
DIESEL VERSIONS WITHOUT DPF (1.3 MultiJet - 1.6 MultiJet)
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Months 24 48 72 96 120 144
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●●
Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system and
adjust jets, if necessary●●●●●●
Check windscreen wiper blade position/wear●●●●●●
Check front disc brake pad condition and wear and operation of
brake pad wear indicator●●●●●●
Check rear drum brake lining condition and wear●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes/hydraulic
clutch, windscreen washer, battery, engine cooling, etc.)●●●●●●
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without automatic
tensioner)●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
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DIESEL VERSIONS WITH DPF (1.3 MultiJet - 1.6 MultiJet - 2.0 MultiJet)
Thousands of kilometres 35 70 105 140 175
Months 24 48 72 96 120
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●
Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system and
adjust jets, if necessary●●●●●
Check windscreen wiper blade position/wear●●●●●
Check front disc brake pad condition and wear and operation of
brake pad wear indicator●●●●●
Check rear drum brake lining condition and wear●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (brakes/hydraulic
clutch, windscreen washer, battery, engine cooling, etc.)●●●●●
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without automatic
tensioner)●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear screen wiper blades
(for versions/markets where provided);
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
towing a trailer or motorhome;
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 periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
visually inspect condition of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes)
and rubber elements (boots - sleeves
- bushes - etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
auxiliary drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
replacement of air cleaner cartridge
every 15,000 km.
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SERVICING AND CARE

BATTERY
The battery is of the “limited
maintenance” type: under normal
conditions of use, the electrolyte does
not need topping up with distilled water.
It does, however, need to be checked
periodically at a Fiat Dealership or
by specialist personnel to make sure it
is working correctly.
143) 144)
REPLACING THE
BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with an
original spare part with the same
specifications.
If a battery with different specifications
is fitted, the service intervals given in
the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will no
longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.
37) 38)
4)
145)
USEFUL TIPS FOR
EXTENDING BATTERY
LIFE
To avoid draining your battery and
make it last longer, observe the
following instructions:
when you park the vehicle, ensure
that the doors, tailgate and bonnet are
closed properly, to prevent any roof
lights from remaining on inside the
passenger's compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the
vehicle: the vehicle is however
equipped with a system which switches
all internal lights off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,
hazard warning lights, etc.) switched
on for a long time when the engine
is not running;
before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery pole;
completely tighten the battery
terminals.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at starting.The battery is also more prone to the
risk of freezing (already at temperatures
of -10°C). Refer to the paragraph
"Vehicle inactivity" in "Starting and
driving" if the vehicle is left parked for a
long time.
If, after buying the vehicle, you want to
install electric accessories which require
permanent electric supply (alarm, etc.)
contact a Fiat Dealership whose
qualified personnel, in addition to
suggesting the most suitable devices
from the Lineaccessori Fiat, will
evaluate the overall electric absorption,
checking whether the vehicle's
electrical system is capable of
withstanding the load required, or
whether it should be integrated with a
more powerful battery.
Since some of these devices continue
to consume electricity even when
the engine is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
WARNING
143)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames or possible
sources of sparks away from the battery:
risk of explosion or fire.
144)Using the battery when the fluid is too
low can damage it irreparably and generate
a risk of explosion.
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SERVICING AND CARE

Replacing the windscreen wiper
blades fig. 218
Proceed as follows:
lift up the windscreen wiper arm;
push retaining device A and, at the
same time, slide the blade from the arm
by pushing it in the direction shown in
the diagram.
Replacing the rear window wiper
blade fig. 219-fig. 220
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Wing door versions fig. 219
Proceed as follows:
press the retaining tag A and pull the
brush out making it slide in the
direction indicated by the arrow.Swing door versions fig. 220
Proceed as follows:
press the retainer reversely operating
as shown, then remove the blade.SPRAY NOZZLES
If the jet is not coming out, firstly check
that there is fluid in the windscreen/rear
window reservoir (for versions/markets
where provided) (see “Checking levels”
in this section).
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged; use a needle to unblock
them if necessary.
Windscreen (washer)
The window washer nozzles are fixed.
The nozzle holders are located under
the bonnet (see fig. 221).
Rear window (washer)
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located above
the rear window.
218F0V0090
219F0V0250
220F0V0211
221F0V0091
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To correctly wash the vehicle, proceed
as follows:
wash the bodywork using a low
pressure jet of water;
wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy
solution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing the sponge;
rinse well with water and dry with a
jet of air or a chamois.
If you put the vehicle through a car
wash, follow these recommendations:
– remove the aerial from the roof so
it does not get damaged;
– water added to a soapy solution
should be used for washing;
– rinse thoroughly to avoid soap marks
staying on the bodywork or less visible
parts.
39)Dry the less visible parts with special
care, such as the door frames, bonnet
and the headlight frames, where water
may stagnate more easily. It is a good
idea to leave the vehicle outdoors
for a while after washing it to give water
time to evaporate.
Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been left in the sun or with the bonnet
hot: this may alter the shine of the
paintwork.Exterior plastic parts should be cleaned
in the same way as the rest of the
vehicle. Where possible, do not park
the vehicle under trees; the resinous
substances released by many species
give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of corrosion.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings should be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
5)
Windows
To clean glasses, use specific cleaning
products. Use clean cloths to avoid
scratching the glass or damaging the
transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the inside surface of
the rear window gently with a cloth in
the direction of the filaments to avoid
damaging the heater coils.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter, thoroughly
wash the engine compartment, taking
care to avoid spraying the water jet
directly onto the electronic control units
and the relay/fuse box on the left side
of the engine compartment (driving
direction). Have this operation
performed at a specialised workshop.IMPORTANT The washing should take
place with the engine cold and the
ignition key in the STOP position. After
the washing operation, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rubber
caps and guards) have not been
removed or damaged.
Headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic
substances (e.g. petrol) or ketones (e.g.
acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses
of the front headlights.
WARNING
39)Some car washes with old-style blades
and/or in a poor state of repair can
damage the paintwork, facilitating the
formation of lines that give the paint
a dull/misty appearance, especially on dark
colours. If this happens, lightly polish the
paintwork with appropriate products.
WARNING
5)Detergents cause water pollution. The
vehicle should be washed in areas
equipped for collecting and purifying the
liquid used in the washing process.
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IDENTIFICATION
DATA
It is advisable to take note of the
identification codes. The following
identification codes are printed and
shown on the plates:
VIN plate.
Chassis marking.
Bodywork paint identification plate.
Engine marking.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
This plate is fitted to the engine
compartment air intake chamber and
bears the following information fig. 223:
A Name of manufacturer
B Type-approval number.
C Vehicle type identification code.
D Chassis manufacture number.
E Maximum authorised weight of
vehicle fully laden.
F Maximum authorised weight of
vehicle when fully laden plus trailer.
G Maximum authorised weight on first
axle (front).
H Maximum authorised weight on
second axle (rear).
I Engine type.
L Bodywork version code.
M Spare part number.
N Correct fume coefficient value.BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
This plate is fitted inside the bonnet and
contains the following information fig.
224:
A Paint manufacturer.
B Colour name.
C Fiat colour code.
D Colour code for touch-ups or
repainting.CHASSIS MARKING
These are located respectively:
on the passenger compartment floor
panel, near the right front seat; open
flap A to access fig. 225
on the lower part of the windscreen
B fig. 226
The marking includes:
type of vehicle;
chassis number.
223F0V0115
224F0V0118
225F0V0116
226F0V0117
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TECHNICAL DATA

INDEX
"
Universal" child restraint
system fitting
................................ 114
ABS system
.................................. 100
Accessories purchased by the
owner .......................................... 5
Active safety systems ..................... 100
Advice for preserving the
bodywork..................................... 196
Air cleaner/pollen filter .................... 189
Ashtray .......................................... 62
ASR system ................................... 102
Automatic climate control
system ......................................... 47
Battery
.......................................... 190
Battery recharging.......................... 191
Blades ........................................... 192
Body paintwork identification
plate............................................. 200
Bodywork ...................................... 196
Bodywork version .......................... 202
Bonnet ........................................... 55
Boot............................................... 56
Brake fluid ...................................... 187
Brakes
– features ..................................... 207
Bump starting ................................ 165
Carrying children safely
................. 108
– child restraint systems ............... 114Changing a wheel .......................... 158
Chassis marking ............................ 200
Child restraint systems (suitability
for use)......................................... 110
Child safety device ......................... 20
Cigarette lighter .............................. 62
CO2 emissions............................... 268
Control panel and on-board
instruments .................................. 68
Controls ......................................... 54
Cruise Control ................................ 133
Daytime running lights
.................. 32
Dead lock ...................................... 15
Demanding vehicle use .................. 178
Diesel filter ..................................... 189
Diffusers ......................................... 40
Digital display ................................. 70
– Control buttons ......................... 71
– Set-up menu ............................. 71
Dipped headlights .......................... 32.......................... 147
Direction indicators ........................ 33........................ 148
Door mirrors ................................... 31
Doors ............................................. 18
Draining condensation (MultiJet
versions) ...................................... 189
Driver side armrest ......................... 60
Driver's side front airbag ................ 117
Electric windows
.......................... 52
– Initialisation................................ 53
Emergency starting ........................ 125........................ 165Engine
– technical specifications.............. 204
Engine codes ................................. 202
Engine compartment...................... 179
Engine compartment control unit
fuses ............................................ 153
Engine coolant ............................... 187
Engine marking .............................. 201
Engine oil ....................................... 187
EOBD system ................................ 82
ESC system ................................... 101
External lights................................. 32
Fastening the tow hook
................. 167
Fiat CODE system.......................... 17
Fix&Go automatic quick tyre
repair kit ....................................... 162
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 250
Fog lights ....................................... 54....................................... 148
Follow Me Home ............................ 33
Follow Me Home device ................. 33
Front airbags .................................. 116
Front bench .................................. 26
Front light clusters .......................... 147
Front roof light ................................ 150
Fuel consumption .......................... 254
Fuel cut-off system......................... 166
Fuses on compartment wired
casing .......................................... 154
Glove compartment
...................... 60