Adding Coolant
Your vehicle has been built with an
improved engine coolant (antifreeze)
that allows extended maintenance in-
tervals. This engine coolant (anti-
freeze) can be used up to ten years or
240 000 km before replacement. To
prevent reducing this extended main-
tenance period, it is important that
you use the same engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) throughout the life of your
vehicle.
Use only high purity water such as
distilled or deionized water when
mixing the water/engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) solution. The use of lower
quality water will reduce the amount
of corrosion protection in the engine
cooling system.
Please note that it is the owner's re-
sponsibility to maintain the proper
level of protection against freezing ac-
cording to the temperatures occurring
in the area where the vehicle is oper-
ated.NOTE: Mixing engine coolant
(antifreeze) types will decrease the
life of the engine coolant (anti-
freeze) and will require more fre-
quent coolant changes.
Cooling System Pressure Cap
The cap must be fully tightened to
prevent loss of coolant, and to ensure
that coolant will return to the radiator
from the coolant recovery bottle.
The cap should be inspected and
cleaned if there is any accumulation of
foreign material on the sealing surfaces.WARNING!
The warning words “DO NOT
OPEN HOT” on the cooling system
pressure cap are a safety precau-
tion. Never add engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) when the engine is over-
heated. Do not loosen or remove
the cap to cool an overheated en-
gine. Heat causes pressure to build
up in the cooling system. To pre-
vent scalding or injury, do not re-
move the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
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WARNING!
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Do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your
vehicle. Personal injury or engine
damage may result.
Disposal Of Used Engine Coolant
Used ethylene glycol-based engine
coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated
substance requiring proper disposal.
Check with your local authorities to
determine the disposal rules for your
community. To prevent ingestion by
animals or children, do not store eth-
ylene glycol-based engine coolant
(antifreeze) in open containers or al-
low it to remain in puddles on the
ground. If ingested by a child or pet,
seek emergency assistance immedi-
ately. Clean up any ground spills im-
mediately.
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Coolant Level
The coolant bottle provides a quick
visual method for determining that
the coolant level is adequate. With the
engine cold, the level of the engine
coolant (antifreeze) in the coolant re-
covery bottle should be between the
ranges indicated on the bottle.
The radiator normally remains com-
pletely full, so there is no need to
remove the radiator cap unless check-
ing for engine coolant (antifreeze)
freeze point or replacing the engine
coolant (antifreeze). Advise your ser-
vice attendant of this. As long as the
engine operating temperature is satis-
factory, the coolant bottle only needs
to be checked once a month.
When additional engine coolant (an-
tifreeze) is needed to maintain the
proper level, it should be added to the
coolant bottle. Do not overfill.Points To Remember
NOTE: When the vehicle is
stopped after a few kilometers of
operation, you may observe vapor
coming from the front of the engine
compartment. This is normally a
result of moisture from rain, snow,
or high humidity accumulating on
the radiator and being vaporized
when the thermostat opens, allow-
ing hot engine coolant (antifreeze)
to enter the radiator.
If an examination of your engine com-
partment shows no evidence of radia-
tor or hose leaks, the vehicle may be
safely driven. The vapor will soon dis-
sipate.
Do not overfill the coolant recovery
bottle.
Check the engine coolant (anti- freeze) freeze point in the radiator
and in the coolant recovery bottle.
If engine coolant (antifreeze) needs
to be added, contents of the coolant
recovery bottle must also be pro-
tected against freezing. If frequent engine coolant (anti-
freeze) additions are required, or if
the level in the coolant recovery
bottle does not drop when the en-
gine cools, the cooling system
should be pressure tested for leaks.
Maintain engine coolant (anti- freeze) concentration at 50% en-
gine coolant (antifreeze) (mini-
mum) and distilled water for
proper corrosion protection of your
engine, which contains aluminum
components.
Make sure that the radiator and coolant recovery bottle overflow
hoses are not kinked or obstructed.
Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air
conditioning, also keep the front of
the condenser clean.
Do not change the thermostat for Summer or Winter operation. If re-
placement is ever necessary, install
ONLY the correct type thermostat.
Other designs may result in unsat-
isfactory coolant performance,
poor gas mileage, and increased
emissions.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 76 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L Engine 5.6 Liters
2.8L Diesel Engine 6.5 Liters
Cooling System *
3.6L Engine 12.6 Liters
2.8L Diesel Engine 13.8 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level. Add 2.8 Liters for versions/markets, where provided
with a rear heater.
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Thousands Of Kilometers 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge.
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary.
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indi-
cators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passen-
ger compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warn-
ing lights, etc.).
Check operation of windshield washer system and adjust jets if
necessary.
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade position/wear.
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate locks and cleanliness
and lubrication of linkages.
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.).
Check conditions and wear of front disc brake pads.
Check conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads.
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes, windshield
washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.).
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt/s.
Check exhaust gas emissions.
Check engine management system operation (via diagnostic
socket).
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. (*)
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Thousands Of Kilometers 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Replace spark plugs.
Replace air filter cartridge.
Change engine oil and replace oil filter. (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months).
Replace pollen filter.
Change the automatic transmission
fluid and filter(s) at 96 kkm or 48
months if using your vehicle for any of
the following: city driving, short (less
than 7-8 km) and repeated journeys,
or frequent trailer or caravan towing
The oil and oil filter replacement must
be carried out when indicated by a
warning light or message on the in-
strument panel, or in any case every
12 months.
Periodic Checks
Every 1,000 km or before long jour-
neys, check and, if necessary, restore:
engine coolant;
brake fluid;
Power Steering Fluid;
windshield washer fluid level; power steering fluid;
tire inflation pressure and
condition;
operation of lighting system (head- lights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of windshield washer/ wiper system and positioning/wear
of windshield/rear window wiper
blades.
Every 3,000 km, check and top up, if
required, the engine oil level.
Heavy-Duty Use Of The Car
If the car is used mainly under one of
the following conditions:
towing a trailer or caravan; dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long distances at low speeds or long pe-
riods of idleness.
You should perform the following in-
spections more frequently than shown
on the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
check front disc brake pad condi- tions and wear;
check cleanliness of hood and trunk locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
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Thousands Of Kilometers 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge.
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if nec-
essary.
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direc-
tion indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage com-
partment, passenger compartment, glove compart-
ment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.).
Check operation of windscreen washer system and
adjust jets if necessary.
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade position/
wear.
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate locks and
cleanliness and lubrication of linkages.
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, un-
derbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel
system - brakes), rubber elements (boots, sleeves,
bushes, etc.).
Check conditions and wear of front disc brake pads.
Check conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads.
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes,
windshield washer, battery, engine coolant, etc.).
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt/s.
Check toothed timing drive belt conditions.
Check exhaust gas emissions.
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Thousands Of Kilometers 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Check engine management system operation (via di-
agnostic socket).
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Replace fuel filter (diesel version).
Replace accessory drive belt/s.
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*).
Replace air filter cartridge.
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (**).
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months).
Replace pollen filter.
(*) Regardless of the distance cov-
ered, the timing belt must be changed
every 4 years for particularly de-
manding use (cold climates, city driv-
ing, long periods of idling) or at least
every 5 years.
(**) The oil and oil filter replacement
must be carried out when indicated by
a warning light or message on the
instrument panel, or in any case every
12 months. Periodic Checks
Every
1,000 km or before long jour-
neys, check and, if necessary, restore:
engine coolant;
brake fluid;
Power Steering Fluid;
windshield washer fluid level;
power steering fluid;
tire inflation pressure and
condition; operation of lighting system (head-
lights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of windshield washer/ wiper system and positioning/wear
of windshield/rear window wiper
blades.
Every 3,000 km, check and top up, if
required, the engine oil level.
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Adding Engine Coolant(Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . .308
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269
Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . .130
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44, 50
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . .51
Airbag Light . . . . . . .49, 53, 66, 172
Airbag Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .52
Airbag, Side . . . . . . . .47, 48, 49, 50
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . . . . . . . . . .47, 48, 50
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . . . . . . . . . .303
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . .306
Air Conditioning Filter . . . . .222, 307
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone . . . .220
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . .306, 307
Air Conditioning System . . .215, 306
Air Pressure, Tires . . . . . . . . . . .248
Alarm Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . .15
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . .8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . .310, 311, 327 Disposal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .311
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . .170
Anti-Theft System . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145, 147
Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . .26
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . .77
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . .22
Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . .124
Automatic Oil Change Indicator . .184
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215
Automatic Transaxle Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . .315
Automatic Transmission . . .232, 314,
315
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Fluid and Filter Changes . . . .315
Fluid Change . . . . . . . . . . . .315
Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . .234
Special Additives . . . . . . . . . .314
Auto Up Power Windows . . . . . . . .26
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . .291
Keyless Transmitter Replacement
(RKE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Saving Feature (Protection) . .125Belts, Seat
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Blind Spot Monitoring . . . . . . . . . .80
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . .308
B-Pillar Location . . . . . . . . . . . .258
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . .244
Brake Control System, Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . .313
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241
Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . .173
Brake/Transmission Interlock . . . .233
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .324
Bulbs, Light . . . . . . . . . . . . .67, 323
Calibration, Compass . . . . .178, 187
Camera, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138
Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .327
Caps, Filler Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270
Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . .300
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . .240
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . . . .65
Cargo Area Features . . . . . . . . . .154
Cargo Compartment . . . . . . . . . .154
Luggage Carrier . . . . . . . . . .155
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