2014 FIAT PUNTO bonnet

178SAFETYSTARTING
AND DRIVINGWARNING
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MESSAGESIN AN
EMERGENCYTECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONSINDEXCONTROLS
AND DEVICESSERVICE
AND CARE
IMPORTANT If the battery’s charge stays
below 50% for a long time it becomes
damaged through sulphation, which re-
duces its capacity and ability to start
the car.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (this can happen as early as
−10°C). Refer to “Car inactivity” in “Start-
ing and driving” if the car is left parked for
a long time.
If, after buying the car, you want to install
electrical devices that require a permanent
electric supply (alarm, etc.) or devices that
use a lot of electricity, contact a Fiat Deal-
ership. Their qualified personnel, in addi-
tion to suggesting the most suitable de-
vices from the Lineaccessori Fiat range,
will evaluate the overall electricity con-
sumption, checking whether the car’s elec-
tric system is capable of withstanding the
load required, or whether it should be in-
tegrated with a more powerful battery.
Since these devices continue to consume
energy even when the engine is switched
off, they gradually run down the battery. USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE
OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make
it last longer, follow these instructions
closely:
❒
when you park the car, ensure that the
doors, boot and bonnet are closed
properly to prevent the ceiling courtesy
lights from staying on;
❒
turn off the ceiling lights, although the
car does have an automatic system for
switching off internal lights;
❒
do not leave devices (e.g. sound sys-
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running;
❒
before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the nega-
tive battery cable;
❒
make sure battery terminals are fully
tightened. Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if
you want to install accessories (anti-
theft device, mobile phone, etc.): they
will suggest the most suitable devices
and advise you if a higher-capacity bat-
tery needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances
that can be very harmful to
the environment. It is advis-
able to have the battery
changed by a Fiat Dealership, where
it will be disposed of properly and in
accordance with the law. If the vehicle must remain
unused for a long time at
very low temperatures, remove the
battery and take it to a warm place
to avoid freezing.
WARNING
If you have to perform any
operation on the battery or
near it, always protect your eyes with
special goggles.
WARNING
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LIGHTS AND
MESSAGESIN AN
EMERGENCYTECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONSINDEXCONTROLS
AND DEVICESSERVICE
AND CARE
Standard upkeep of the paintwork consists
of washing the vehicle: the frequency de-
pends on the conditions and environment
where the vehicle is used. For example, it
is advisable to wash the car more often in
areas with high atmospheric pollution or
on gritted roads.
To wash the car properly, proceed as fol-
lows:❒
if taking your car through an automat-
ic car wash, remove the aerial from the
roof;
❒
wash the body using a low-pressure jet
of water;
❒
use a sponge to wipe a slightly soapy so-
lution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing the sponge;
❒
rinse with plenty of water and dry with
a jet of air or a chamois leather.
Take particular care when drying the less
visible parts, such as the door, bonnet and
headlight frames, where water can stagnate
more easily. It is a good idea to leave the
car in the open for a while after washing
it to give time for the water to evaporate.Do not wash the car after it has been left
in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may
alter the shine of the paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
the same way as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees;
the resinous substances that fall off many
species give the paint a dull appearance
and increase the possibility of triggering
rust processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings should be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
Detergents pollute water. The
vehicle should be washed only
in areas equipped for collect-
ing and purifying the liquids
used in the washing process.
Windows
Use specific detergents to clean the win-
dows.
Also use clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or altering the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window
gently with a cloth in the direction of the
filaments to avoid damaging the heating
device.
Engine compartment
Wash the engine compartment thor-
oughly at the end of every winter. Be care-
ful not to direct the jet of water onto elec-
tronic control units. Adequately protect
the upper air vents to prevent damage to
the windscreen wiper motor. Have this
operation performed at a specialised
workshop.
IMPORTANT Washing should take place
with a cold engine and with the key at
STOP. After the wash, make sure that
the various protective devices (e.g. rubber
caps and guards) have not been removed
or damaged.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic sub-
stances (e.g. petrol) or ketenes (e.g. ace-
tone) for cleaning the plastic lenses of the
front headlights.
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SAFETYSTARTING
AND DRIVINGWARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGESIN AN
EMERGENCYSERVICE
AND CARETECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONSINDEXCONTROLS
AND DEVICES
Bulb (replacement)
– bulb types ................................. 146
– general information ................ 145Car inactivity ................................. 120
Card/CD holder ........................... 58
Carrying children safely ............... 97
Changing a wheel .......................... 135
Chassis (marking) ......................... 186
Checking levels ............................. 172
Child lock ....................................... 62
Child restraint systems
(suitability for use) ...........100-102
– “Universal Isofix” child
restraint system ...................... 101
Child safety lock ........................... 62
Cigarette lighter ............................ 58
Clutch .............................................. 190
CO2emissions .............................. 203
Code Card ..................................... 8
Consumption
– engine oil .................................. 174
– fuel .............................................. 202
Control buttons ............................ 53Courtesy lights .............................. 51
Cup/can holder ............................. 58
Cup/can holders ............................ 58
Dashboard ..................................... 5
Dashboard and controls ............. 4
Data plates
– body paintwork ....................... 187
– identification data ................... 186
Dead lock (device) ....................... 61
Digital display ................................. 16
Dimensions .................................... 196
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement .................... 148
– control ...................................... 47
Direction indicators
– control ...................................... 48
– front bulb replacement .......... 148
– rear bulb replacement ........... 149
– side bulb replacement ............ 149
Display functions ........................... 24
Door locking ................................. 60
Doors .............................................. 60
A
BS ................................................. 72
Accessories purchased by
the owner .................................... 86
Air cleaner ..................................... 177
Alarm .............................................. 10
Armrest .......................................... 57
Ashtray ............................................. 59
ASR .................................................. 75
– activation/deactivation ............ 75
ASR system .................................... 75
Battery
– checking the charge ............... 177
– jump starting ............................ 134
– recharging ................................. 161
– replacement ............................. 177
Bodywork
– servicing .................................... 182
– version codes .......................... 188
Bonnet ............................................ 68
Boot extension .............................. 66
Brake fluid level ............................. 176
Brakes
– fluid level ................................... 176
– specifications ............................ 191
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