
Thousands of miles 18 36 54 72 90 108
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Years 2 4 6 8 10 12
Check cleanliness of bonnet locks, and cleanliness and lubrication
of linkages●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of sliding side door lower guides (or every 6
months)●●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●●
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation
of pad wear indicator●●●●●●
Check rear drum brake lining condition and wear●●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (or every 24 months)●●●●●●
Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.6 Multijet version) (2)●
Replace the accessory drive belt(s)●
Replace fuel filter cartridge (3)●●●
Replace the air filter cartridge●●●●●●
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)●●●
Replace passenger compartment filter (or every 24 months)●●●●●●
(2) Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be changed every 4 years for heavy-duty use (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling) or at least
every 5 years.
(3) When refuelling the vehicle with a quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 35,000 km.
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Thousands of miles 21 42 63 84 105
Thousands of kilometres 35 70 105 140 175
Years246810
Check operation of windscreen washer/wiper, adjust jets●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet locks, and cleanliness and lubrication
of linkages●●●●●
Check cleanliness of sliding side door lower guides (or every 6
months)●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation
of pad wear indicator●●●●●
Check rear drum brake lining condition and wear●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check manual gearbox oil (version 1.3 Multijet)●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (versions with DPF)(2)
Replace toothed timing belt (1.6 Multijet — 2.0 Multijet versions)(3)
(2) The actual frequency for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or
message (where provided) on the instrument panel (see "Warning lights and messages" chapter). In any case, it must never exceed 24 months. Change engine
oil and filter every 12 months if the vehicle is driven mainly in towns.
(3) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum distance 105,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. — Dusty
areas and/or demanding use of the vehicle (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced
every 4 years, regardless of distance travelled.
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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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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)
6)
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.
195

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. 223-fig. 224
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Wing door versions fig. 223
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. 224
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. 225).
Rear window (washer)
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located above
the rear window.
WARNING
148)Driving with worn windscreen wiper
blades is a serious hazard, because
visibility is reduced in bad weather
conditions.
222F0V0090
223F0V0250
224F0V0211
225F0V0091
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SERVICING AND CARE

BODYWORK
PROTECTION AGAINST
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the
following:
atmospheric pollution;
salty air and humidity (coastal areas,
or hot humid climates);
seasonal environmental conditions.
The abrasive action of wind-borne
atmospheric dust and sand, as well as
mud and gravel raised by other cars
is also not to be underestimated.
On your vehicle, Fiat has implemented
the best manufacturing technologies
to effectively protect the bodywork
against corrosion.
These include:
painting products and systems
which give the vehicle particular
resistance to corrosion and abrasion;
use of galvanised (or pretreated)
sheet metal, with high resistance to
corrosion;
spraying the underbody, engine
compartment, wheelhouse internal
parts and other parts with highly
protective wax products;
spraying of plastic parts, with a
protective function in the more exposed
points: underdoor, inner wing, edges,
etc.;
use of "open" boxed sections to
prevent condensation and pockets of
moisture from triggering rust inside.
VEHICLE EXTERIOR AND
UNDERBODY WARRANTY
Your vehicle is covered by warranty
against perforation due to corrosion of
any original element of the structure
or body.
For the general terms of this warranty,
refer to the Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paintwork
Paintwork does not only serve an
aesthetic purpose, but also protects the
underlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches
immediately to prevent rust formation.
Use only original paint products for
touch-ups (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in the “Technical
specifications” section).
Normal maintenance of paintwork
consists in washing the vehicle: the
frequency depends on the conditions
and environment where the vehicle
is used.
For example, it is advisable to wash the
vehicle more often in areas with high
levels of environmental pollution or on
roads spread with salt.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.
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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. 227:
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.
228:
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. 229
on the lower part of the windscreen
B fig. 230
The marking includes:
type of vehicle;
chassis number.
227F0V0115
228F0V0118
229F0V0116
230F0V0117
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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..................................... 201
Air cleaner/pollen filter .................... 194
Ashtray .......................................... 62
ASR system ................................... 102
Automatic climate control
system ......................................... 48
Battery
.......................................... 195
Blades ........................................... 197
Body paintwork identification
plate............................................. 206
Bodywork ...................................... 201
Bodywork version .......................... 208
Bonnet ........................................... 56
Boot............................................... 57
Brake fluid ...................................... 192
Brakes
– features ..................................... 213
Bump starting ................................ 169
Carrying children safely
................. 109
– child restraint systems ............... 114
Changing a wheel .......................... 162Chassis marking ............................ 206
Child restraint systems (suitability
for use)......................................... 111
Child safety device ......................... 19
Cigarette lighter .............................. 62
CO2 emissions............................... 272
Control panel and on-board
instruments .................................. 68
Controls ......................................... 55
Cruise Control ................................ 137
Daytime running lights
.................. 33
Dead lock ...................................... 15
Demanding vehicle use .................. 183
Diesel filter ..................................... 194
Diffusers ......................................... 41
Digital display ................................. 70
– Control buttons ......................... 71
– Set-up menu ............................. 71
Dimensions .................................... 220
Dipped headlights .......................... 33
Direction indicators ........................ 34
Door mirrors ................................... 32
Doors ............................................. 18
Draining condensation (MultiJet
versions) ...................................... 194
Driver side armrest ......................... 60
Driver's side front airbag ................ 120
Electric windows
.......................... 53
– Initialisation................................ 54
Emergency starting ........................ 128Engine
– technical specifications.............. 210
Engine codes ................................. 208
Engine compartment...................... 184
Engine compartment control unit
fuses ............................................ 157
Engine coolant ............................... 192
Engine marking .............................. 207
Engine oil ....................................... 192
EOBD system ................................ 82
ESC system ................................... 101
External lights................................. 33
Fastening the tow hook
................. 170
Fiat CODE system.......................... 17
Fix&Go Automatic quick tyre
repair kit ....................................... 166
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 256
Fog lights ....................................... 55
Follow Me Home ............................ 34
Follow Me Home device ................. 34
Front airbags .................................. 119
Front bench .................................. 27
Front light clusters .......................... 151
Front roof light ................................ 155
Fuel consumption .......................... 260
Fuel cut-off system......................... 169
Fuses on compartment wired
casing .......................................... 158
Glove compartment
...................... 60