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If the needle reaches the red area, stop
the engine immediately and contact
a Fiat Dealership.The symbols are gradually turned off as the oil level
drops.
Four or five symbols light up to indicate a sufficient level
of oil in the sump. If the fifth symbol is not lit, this does
not indicate a fault or that insufficient oil is present in
the sump.
If the oil level is lower than the minimum required value,
the display shows a dedicated message indicating
minimum engine oil level and the need for a top-up.
IMPORTANT To find out the correct oil quantity,
always check using the dipstick (see paragraph
“Checking levels” in the section “Maintenance and
care”).
After a few seconds, the symbol display indicating the
amount of engine oil disappears and:
❒when the next scheduled servicing is near, the time
to the next service is displayed and the warning light
õlights up on the instrument panel. When the
service date is reached, the display shows
a dedicated message;
❒then, if it is nearly time to change the engine oil, the
time to the next oil change is shown on the top row
of the display. When the service interval has expired
a dedicated warning will be shown on the display. ENGINE OIL LEVEL GAUGE
(for versions/markets where provided)
The gauge provides a graphic indication of the level of
oil in the engine.
When the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON the display
shows the oil level on the first row by turning five
symbols on/off.
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F0N0158mfig. 133
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED
BY THE OWNER
If after buying the vehicle, you decide to install electrical
accessories that require a permanent electric supply
(alarm, satellite anti-theft system, etc.) or accessories
that in any case burden the electric supply, contact
a Fiat Dealership, whose qualified personnel, besides
suggesting the most suitable devices from Lineaccessori
Fiat, will also evaluate the overall electric absorption,
checking whether the vehicle’s electric system is able to
withstand the load required, or whether it needs to be
integrated with a more powerful battery. The sound system must be installed in the place
occupied by the central oddments compartment, where
you will find the wiring.
For connection to the existing devices
supplied in the vehicle contact a Fiat
Dealership to prevent any problems that could
impair vehicle safety.
WARNING
Take care when fitting additional
spoilers, alloy wheels or non-standard
wheel hubs: they could reduce the ventilation
of the brakes and affect efficiency under sharp,
repeated braking or on long descents. Make
sure that nothing obstructs the pedal stroke
(mats, etc.)
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DEMANDING VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of the following
conditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) and with external
temperatures below zero;
❒frequently idling engine or long distance low speed
driving or in the case of long term inactivity;
the following checks must be carried out more often
than indicated in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks and lever
cleanliness and lubrication;
❒visually inspect the conditions of: engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and tubes (exhaust – fuel
– brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge and liquid level (electrolyte);
❒visual check on various drive belt conditions;
❒check and if necessary change engine oil and oil filter.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Before long journeys, check and, if necessary, restore:
❒engine coolant fluid level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre pressure and conditions;
❒operation of lights (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, etc.);
❒operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system,
position and wear of the windscreen and rear
window wiper blades.
To ensure that the vehicle is always efficient and well
maintained, it is advisable to make sure that you carry
out the above operations regularly (approximately
every 1000 km and every 3000 km for checking and
topping up engine oil is advisable).
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CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
fig. 217 – 130 Multijet – 150 Multijet versions
Never smoke while
working in the engine
compartment: gas and
inflammable vapours may be
present, with the risk of fire.
WARNING
Be careful, when
topping up not to
confuse the various
types of fluids: they are all
incompatible with one another
and could seriously damage the
vehicle.
1. Engine coolant fluid
2. Power steering fluid
3. Windscreen washer fluid
4. Brake fluid
5. Engine oil
fig. 216 - 115 Multijet versionsF0N0530m
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ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
The maximum engine oil consumption is usually
400 grams every 1,000 km.
When the vehicle is new, the engine needs to be run in,
therefore the engine oil consumption can only be
considered stabilised after the first 5,000 – 6,000 km.
IMPORTANT The oil consumption depends on the
driving style and the conditions under which the vehicle
is used.
IMPORTANT After adding or changing the oil, let the
engine run for a few seconds and wait a few minutes
after switching it off before checking the level.
When the engine is hot, take care when
working inside the engine compartment
to avoid burns. Remember that when the engine
is hot, the fan may cut in: danger of injury. Pay
attention to scarves, ties and other loose fitting
garments: they might get caught by moving
components.
WARNING
Do not add any oil with different
specifications to those of the existing
engine oil.
The used engine oil and the replaced oil
filter contain substances that may be
dangerous for the environment. It is
advisable to have oil and filters changed by a Fiat
Dealership where they will be disposed respecting
the environment and according to legal
regulations.
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– jump starting ....................... 169
– maintenance ........................ 218
– recharging ............................ 202
– replacement ........................ 218
– tips for extending life ........ 219
Body (marking) ......................... 228
Body
– maintenance ........................ 224
– version code ....................... 229
Bonnet ........................................ 104
Brake Assist (emergency
braking assistance) ................. 110
Brakes
– fluid level .............................. 215
– technical specifications ...... 232
Bulb replacement ..................... 181
– bulb types ....................182-183
– external bulb
replacement ............................ 184
– general information ........... 181
– internal bulb replacement .. 193Cab glove compartment
(Capucine) ............................... 91
Carrying children safely .......... 130
Carrying children safely .......... 130
– “Universal Isofix” child
restraint assembly setup ...... 134
– child seats ............................ 130
– positioning of child seats on
seats ..............................133-136
Ceiling lights .............................. 76
– bulb replacement ....... 193-194
Central door
locking/unlocking system ..... 96
Chassis (marking) .................... 229
Checking the levels ................. 209
Checking the levels ................. 209
– brake fluid ............................ 215
– brake fluid ............................ 216
– engine coolant .................... 213
– engine oil ............................. 211ABS SYSTEM ............................ 108
ABS .............................................. 108
Accessories purchased
by the owner .......................... 121
Additional heater ..................... 60
Additional rear heating ........... 66
Additional independent
heater ....................................... 61
Additional rear air
conditioning ............................ 67
Air filter ..................................... 217
Arm rests.................................... 33
Ashtray ........................................ 88
ASR .............................................. 112
Automatic climate control ..... 54
Automatic headlight sensor
(dusk sensor) .......................... 70
Battery
– battery disconnection
function (disconnector) .... 80
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Fluids and lubricants
(quantity and products) 263-264
Fog lights
– alignment ............................. 108
– bulb replacement ............... 188
– control ................................. 79
Follow Me Home (device) ..... 70
Front air bags ............................ 137
Fuel consumption
– engine oil ............................. 212
– fuel ........................................ 266
Fuel flap ...................................... 124
Fuel level gauge ........................ 16
Fuel reserve .............................. 155
Fuel tank cap ............................. 123
Fuel
– consumption ....................... 264
– electricity supply and fuel
cut off switch........................ 82
– fuel cap ................................. 123
– fuel level gauge ................... 16
– saving .................................... 148
Fuses (if a fuse blows) .............195
– fuse list ................................. 198– fuses (if a fuse blows) ........ 195
– general information ........... 195
– location (fuse boxes) ......... 196
– users list ............................... 198
Gearbox
– using the manual gearbox ... 146
General warnings...................... 2
Glove compartment ................ 85
Handbrake ................................ 145
Handbrake lever ...................... 145
Hazard warning lights ............. 79
Head restraints ........................ 40
Headlight alignment
correction ............................... 107
Headlight washers
– control................................... 73
– maintenance ........................ 223
Headlights .................................. 107
– adjusting headlights
abroad .................................. 108
– beam orientation................. 107
– bulb replacement ............... 184 – temperature gauge ............ 16
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................ 16
Engine oil gauge ......................... 17
Engine oil
– checking the level ............... 211
– engine oil gauge .................. 17
– oil consumption ................. 214
– technical specifications ...... 264
Engine
– bonnet .................................. 104
– identification code ............. 229
– marking ................................ 228
– specifications ....................... 230
Environment (protecting) ...... 124
EOBD system ........................... 115
ESP system ................................ 110
External lights ........................... 68
Fiat CODE system .................. 4
Fix & Go automatic (quick tyre
repair kit) ................................ 176
Flashing the headlights ............ 69