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DEMANDING USE
OF THE CARShould the car be used predominantly in
one of the following particularly demand-
ing conditions:❒
trailer or caravan towing;
❒
dusty roads;
❒
short (less than 7-8 km) and repeated
journeys in sub-zero temperatures;
❒
frequently idling engine or long-dis-
tance, low-speed driving (e.g. door-to-
door deliveries) or lengthy inactivity;
you should perform the following inspec-
tions more frequently than shown on the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒
check front disc brake pad conditions
and wear;
❒
check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, and cleanliness and lubrication of
linkages;
❒
visually inspect the conditions of: en-
gine, gearbox, transmission, pipes and
tubes (exhaust – fuel – brakes), rubber
parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒
check battery charge and liquid level
(electrolyte);
❒
visually inspect the condition of the ac-
cessory drive belts;
❒
check pollen filter and replace, if re-
quired;
❒
check air filter and replace, if required.
REGULAR CHECKSEvery 1,000 km or before long journeys,
check and, if necessary, top up:❒
engine coolant fluid level;
❒
brake fluid level;
❒
windscreen washer 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;
Every 3,000 km, check and top up, if re-
quired, the engine oil level.
You are recommended to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have been
designed and produced specifically for
Fiat cars (see table “Capacities” in the
“Technical specifications” section).
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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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VIN PLATE fig. 1
The plate can be found on the left side of
the boot floor and it bears the following
identification data:
BType-approval number.
CVehicle type code.
DChassis number.
EMaximum vehicle weight fully loaded.
FMaximum vehicle weight fully loaded
with trailer.
GMaximum weight on front axle.HMaximum weight on rear axle.
IEngine type.
LBody version code.
MNumber for spare parts.
NCorrect smoke opacity index (for
diesel engines).
IDENTIFICATION DATAWe recommend taking note of the iden-
tification codes. The following identifica-
tion codes are printed and shown on the
plates:❒
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate.
❒
Chassis marking.
❒
Bodywork paint identification plate.
❒
Engine marking.
fig. 1
F0M0368m
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DIMENSIONSDimensions are expressed in mm and re-
fer to the vehicle fitted with its original
tyres.
Height is measured with the vehicle un-
laden.
Boot capacity
Capacity with vehicle unladen
(VDA standards): ........................ 275 dm
3
Capacity with rear seat and
backrest folded over: .................1030 dm
3
F0M604m
fig. 6Version A B C D E F G H3 - 5 doors
1.2 - 1.4 1.3 Multijet4065 890 2510 665 1490 1473 1687 1466
IMPORTANT Measurements may vary according to rim/tyre size.
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5 doors
5 seats1030
560
850
850
1590
900
400
50
60
3 doors
5 seats1025
560
850
850
1585
1000
400
50
60
5 doors
5 seats1040
560
850
850
1600
1000
400
50
60
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WEIGHTS
1.2 1.4
Weights (kg)
Unladen weight (with all fluids,
fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment):Payload (*) including the driver:
Maximum permitted loads (**)
– front axle:
– rear axle:– total:
Towable loads:
– braked trailer:– non-braked trailer:Maximum load on roof:
Maximum load on the ball joint (braked trailer):(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload with
respect to the maximum permitted load.
(**) Loads that must not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the goods in the boot and/or on the load carrying platform
within the maximum permitted loads.
3 doors
5 seats1015
560
850
850
1575
900
400
50
60
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3 doors
5 seats1090
560
950
850
1650
1000
400
50
60
5 doors
5 seats1105
560
950
850
1665
1000
400
50
60
3 doors
5 seats1130
560
950
850
1690
1000
400
50
60
5 doors
5 seats1145
560
950
850
1705
1000
400
50
60
1.3 Multijet 75HP 1.3 Multijet 85HP
Weights (kg)
Unladen weight (with all fluids,
fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment):Payload (*) including the driver:
Maximum permitted loads (**)
– front axle:
– rear axle:– total:
Towable loads:
– braked trailer:– non-braked trailer:Maximum load on roof:
Maximum load on the ball joint (braked trailer):(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload with
respect to the maximum permitted load.
(**) Loads that must not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the goods in the boot and/or on the load carrying platform
within the maximum permitted loads.
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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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