GENERAL
MAINTENANCE
Fuel, engine coolant, oil and
exhaust gas leakage
Look under the body of your vehicle to
check for fuel, engine coolant, oil and
exhaust gas leaks.
Exterior and interior lamp operation
Operate the combination lamp switch
to check that all lamps are functioning
properly. If the lamps do not illuminate,
the probable cause is a blown fuse or
defective lamp bulb. Check the fuses
first. If there is no blown fuses, check
the lamp bulbs. For information
regarding the inspection and
replacement of the fuses and the bulbs,
refer to “Fuses” and “Replacement of
lamp bulbs”. If the fuses and bulbs are
all OK, we recommend you to have
your vehicle checked and repaired.
Meter, gauge and indicator/
warning lamps operation
Start the engine to check the operation
of all instruments, gauges, and indicator
and warning lamps. If there is anything
wrong, we recommend you to have
your vehicle inspected.
Hinges and latches lubrication
Check all latches and hinges, and, if
necessary, have them lubricated.
VEHICLE CARE
PRECAUTIONS
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In order to maintain the value of your
vehicle, it is necessary to perform
regular maintenance using the proper
procedures.
Always maintain your vehicle in
compliance with any environmental
pollution control regulations.
Carefully select the materials used for
washing, etc., to be sure that they do
not contain corrosives. If in doubt, we
recommend you to consult a specialist
for the selection of these materials.
WARNING
337)Cleaning products can be dangerous.
Always follow the instructions of the
cleaning product supplier.
IMPORTANT
161)To avoid damage, never use the
following to clean your vehicle: Petrol; Paint
Thinner; Benzine; Kerosene; Turpentine;
Naphtha; Lacquer Thinner; Carbon
Tetrachloride; Nail Polish Remover;
Acetone.
IMPORTANT
5)Detergents pollute the environment. Only
wash your vehicle in areas equipped to
collect and treat wastewater from this type
of activity.
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CLEANING THE
INTERIOR OF YOUR
VEHICLE
After cleaning the interior of your vehicle
with water, cleaner or similar, wipe and
dry in a shady, well-ventilated area.
To clean the inside of the rear window,
always use a soft cloth and wipe the
window glass along the demister heater
element so as not to cause damage.
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Plastic, fabric and flocked parts
1. Lightly wipe these off with a soft
cloth soaked in a mild soap and water
solution.
2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring it
out well. Using this cloth, wipe off the
detergent thoroughly.
Do not use cleaners, conditioners, and
protectants containing silicones or wax.
Such products, when applied to the
instrument panels or other parts, may
cause reflections on the windscreen
and obscure vision. Also, if such
products get on the switches of the
electrical accessories, it may lead to
failure of these accessories.
Upholstery
1. To maintain the value of your new
vehicle, handle the upholstery carefully
and keep the interior clean. Use a
vacuum cleaner and brush to clean theseats. If stained, synthetic leather
should be cleaned with an appropriate
cleaner. Cloth fabrics can be cleaned
with either upholstery cleaner or a mild
soap and water solution.
2. Clean the carpeting with a vacuum
cleaner and remove any stains with
carpet cleaner. Oil and grease can be
removed by lightly dabbing with a clean
colourfast cloth and stain remover.
Genuine leather
1. To clean, lightly wipe the leather with
a soft cloth soaked in a mild soap and
water solution.
2. Dip cloth in fresh water and wring it
out well. Using this cloth, wipe off the
detergent thoroughly.
3. Apply leather protecting agent to the
genuine leather surface.
If genuine leather is wet with water or is
washed in water, wipe off water as
quickly as possible with a dry, soft
cloth. If left damp, mildew may grow.
Organic solvents such as benzine,
kerosene, alcohol and petrol, acid or
alkaline solvents may discolour the
genuine leather surface. Be sure to use
neutral detergents.
Remove dirty patches or oil substances
quickly as they can stain genuine
leather.
The genuine leather surface may
harden and shrink if it is exposed todirect rays of the sun for long hours.
When your vehicle is parked, place it in
the shade as much as possible.
When the temperature of the vehicle
interior rises in summer, vinyl products
left on the genuine leather seat may
deteriorate and stick to the seat.
WARNING
338)Never use flammable products, such
as petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean
the inside of the car. The electrostatic
charges which are generated by rubbing
during the cleaning operation may cause a
fire.
IMPORTANT
162)Do not use organic substances
(solvents, benzine, kerosene, alcohol,
petrol, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions.
These chemicals can cause discolouring,
staining or cracking of the surface. If you
use cleaners or polishing agents, make
sure their ingredients do not include the
substances mentioned above.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
INDEX
4Wheel drive operation........170
Accessory socket............76
Active safety systems..........126
Air conditioning system.........52
Air purifier..................67
Ashtray....................75
Assist grip..................80
Automatic climate control air
conditioner................59
Automatic transmission.........149
Auxiliary driving system.........130
Battery..................252
Bleeding the fuel system........188
Bonnet....................72
Bottle holder................80
Brake fluid.................249
Cargo area.................74
Cargo loads.................74
Catalytic converter.........71,245
Central door locks.............28
Checking levels..............241
Child restraint...............107
Child restraint system..........110
Child-protection rear doors (Double
cab)....................29
Cigarette lighter..............76
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Clutch fluid................250
Coat hook..................80
Combination headlamps and
dipper switch..............40
Convenient hook.............80
Cooler Manual air conditioning.....55
Cruise control...............176
Cup holder.................79
Demanding vehicle use........240
Diesel particulate filter..........71
Digital clock.................77
Doors.....................26
Driving, alcohol and drugs.......134
Easy select 4WD............154
Economical driving...........133
Electric window control.........68
Electrical system.............289
Electronic immobilizer..........13
Emergency starting...........185
Engine compartment...........72
Engine coolant..............247
Engine oil.................245
Engine overheating...........187
Engine switch...............24
External Lights...............40
Fluids and Lubricants.........300Fog lamp switch..............44
Force limiter................106
Front seats.................31
Fuel selection................81
Fuses....................205
Fusible links................205
General maintenance.........255
Graphical index...............9
Handling of 4 wheel drive vehicles.173
Hazard warning flasher switch.....44
Head restraints...............34
Headlamp levelling switch........42
Heater Manual air conditioning.....55
How to change a tyre..........194
If the vehicle breaks down.......185
Ignition switch...............23
Important operation tips for the air
conditioning...............66
Inside rearview mirror...........37
Installing a child restraint system to
lower anchorage...........116
Instruments.................86
Interior features..............74
Interior lamps................47
ISOFIX positions.............110
Key number tag..............13
Keyless Entry System...........14
Keys.....................13
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