126)Use your hazard lights, warning
triangle, etc. to show that your vehicle is
stationary according to the regulations
in force. Passengers should get out of the
vehicle, particularly if it is heavily loaded,
and wait for the wheel to be changed away
from the traffic. If you are on a slope or
uneven surface, place wedges or other
suitable objects under the wheels to secure
the vehicle. Have the wheel repaired and
refitted as soon as possible. Do not apply
grease to the bolt threads before
assembly: they might spontaneously
unscrew.
127)Use the jack only to replace wheels
on the vehicle with which it is supplied
or on other vehicles of the same model.
Never use the jack for other purposes,
such as lifting other models. Never use the
jack to carry out repairs under the vehicle.
Incorrect positioning of the jack may cause
the lifted vehicle to fall. Do not use the
jack for loads higher than those shown on
the label.
128)Incorrect hub cap assembly may
cause it to come off when the vehicle is
moving. Never tamper with the inflation
valve. Never introduce tools of any kind
between rim and tyre. Check tyre and
spare wheel pressures regularly, referring to
the values shown in the "Technical
specifications" section.FIX&GO AUTOMATIC
KIT
(where provided)
DESCRIPTION
28)
129) 130)The quick repair kit Fix&Go automatic is
contained in a suitable bag inside the
compartment on the right rear side
or, for Cargo versions, under the
passenger seat (for versions with fixed
or movable seat), or in the glove
compartment (for versions with folding
seat).
The quick tyre repair kit contains fig.
198:
bottle A containing sealer and fitted
with: – filler tube B– sticker C bearing the notice “max. 80
km/h”, to be placed in a position visible
to the driver (e.g. on the instrument
panel) after fixing the tyre
compressor D complete with
pressure gauge and connectors.
an information leaflet (see fig. 199),
to be used for prompt and correct
use of the quick tyre repair kit and then
to be handed to the personnel charged
with handling the tyre treated with the
tyre repair kit
a pair of protective gloves located in
the side compartment of the
compressor
adaptors for inflating different
elements.198F0V0093
199F0V0094
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IN AN EMERGENCY
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
booster and the electric power steering
system are not active until the engine
is started, so you will need to apply
much more force to the brake pedal or
steering wheel.
WARNING
29)Never use a fast battery-charger for
emergency starting of the engine as this
could damage the electronic systems
of your vehicle, particularly the ignition and
fuel supply control units.
WARNING
131)This procedure must be performed by
qualified personnel as incorrect actions
may cause high-intensity electrical
discharge. Furthermore, battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames
away from the battery. No smoking. Do not
cause sparks.
FUEL CUT-OFF
SYSTEM
This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:
the fuel supply cut-off with the
engine consequently switching off;
the automatic unlocking of the
doors;
the switching on of the interior lights;
switching on of the hazard warning
lights (to deactivate the lights press
the dedicated button on the
dashboard).
132)When the system has been triggered,
the message “Fuel cut off, see
handbook” is displayed on some
versions.
Check carefully for fuel leaks, for
instance in the engine compartment,
under the vehicle or near the tank area.
After a collision, turn the ignition key
to STOP to prevent the battery from
running down.
The following procedure should be
carried out to restore the correct
operation of the vehicle:
turn the ignition key to the MAR
position;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
turn the ignition key to the OFF
position.
WARNING
132)If, after an impact, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel supply system,
do not reactivate the system to avoid
the risk of fire.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
PETROL VERSIONS
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Months 24 48 72 96 120 144
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge●●●●●●
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 the position/wear of the windscreen/rear window wiper
blades●●●●●●
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●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without automatic
tensioner)●●
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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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SERVICING AND CARE
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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SERVICING AND CARE
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
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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