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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre,
including the space-saver wheel,
approximately every two weeks and
before long journeys: the pressure
should be checked with the tyre rested
and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase
when the vehicle is used; for the correct
tyre inflation pressure, see “Wheels” in
the “Technical specifications” section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal
tyre wear fig. 226:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn;
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges;
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.The tyres must be replaced when the
tread is less than 1.6 mm thick. In
any case, follow the laws in force in the
country you are in.
IMPORTANT
As far as possible, avoid sharp
braking, screech starts and violent
shocks against pavements, potholes or
other hard obstacles. Driving for long
stretches over bumpy roads can
damage the tyres;
periodically check that the tyres
have no cuts in the side wall, abnormal
swelling or irregular tyre wear. Contact
a Fiat Dealership if required;
avoid overloading the vehicle when
travelling: this may cause serious
damage to the wheels and tyres;
if a tyre is punctured, stop
immediately and change it to avoid
damage to the tyre, the rim,
suspensions and steering system;
tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread and on
the side walls are a sign of ageing.
Have the tyres checked by specialised
personnel if they have been fitted for
longer than 6 years. Remember to
check the spare wheel very carefully;
in the case of replacement, always
fit new tyres, avoiding those of
unknown origin;
If a tyre is changed, also change the
inflation valve;
to allow even wear between the
front and rear tyres, it is advisable to
change them over every 10-15
thousand kilometres, keeping them on
the same side of the vehicle so as
not to reverse the direction of rotation.
149) 150) 151) 152)
WARNING
149)Remember that the road holding
qualities of your vehicle also depend on the
correct inflation pressure of the tyres.
150)If tyre pressure is too low, the tire may
overheat and be severely damaged as a
result.
151)Do not switch tyres from the
righthand side of the vehicle to the
lefthand side, and vice versa.
152)Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
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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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LEATHER STEERING
WHEEL/GEAR
KNOB/HANDBRAKE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
These components must be cleaned
with mild soap and water only. Never
use alcohol or alcohol-based products.
Read the product label carefully before
using specific products for cleaning
the interiors: make sure the product
does not contain spirits or alcohol-
based substances.
If, when cleaning the windscreen with
special products, window cleaner
accidentally drips onto the leather of
the steering wheel/gear lever
knob/hand brake, wipe away
immediately and then wash the affected
area with mild soap and water.
IMPORTANT Be careful when using a
steering wheel locking device, to avoid
damaging the leather upholstery
through abrasion.
WARNING
153)Never use flammable products, such
as petroleum ether or modified petrol, to
clean the inside of the vehicle. The
electrostatic charges which are generated
by rubbing during the cleaning operation
may cause a fire.
154)Do not keep aerosol cans in the
vehicle: they might explode. Aerosol cans
must not be exposed to a temperature
exceeding 50°C. When the vehicle is
exposed to sunlight, the internal
temperature can greatly exceed this value.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Everything you may find useful for
understanding how your vehicle
is made and works is contained in this
chapter and illustrated with data, tables
and graphics. For the enthusiasts and
the technician, but also just for those
who want to know every detail of their
vehicle.IDENTIFICATION DATA....................206
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK
VERSIONS ......................................208
ENGINE ..........................................210
SUPPLY ..........................................213
TRANSMISSION .............................213
BRAKES .........................................213
SUSPENSION .................................214
STEERING ......................................214
WHEELS .........................................215
DIMENSIONS ..................................220
WEIGHTS........................................225
REFUELLING ..................................254
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............256
PERFORMANCE .............................259
FUEL CONSUMPTION ....................260
CO2 EMISSIONS ...........................272
OFFICIAL TYPE APPROVALS .........281
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING
THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS
LIFE ................................................284
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SUSPENSION
Versions Front Rear
Front
independent wheel MacPherson typeMulti-link independent, coil springs, telescopic
shock absorbers and anti-roll bar (according to
version)
Rear
STEERING
Turning circle (kerb to kerb) Type
11.2 (Short wheelbase) Rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
12.5 (Long wheelbase)
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WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless
radial carcass tyres. All approved tyres
are listed in the registration document.
IMPORTANT If there are any
discrepancies between the Owner
Handbook and the registration
document, take the information from
the latter.
For safe driving, the vehicle must be
fitted with tyres of the same make and
type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use air chambers
with tubeless tyres.
SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim. Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in measured from rim
to rim: -1±1mm.
The values refer to the vehicle in
running order.
CORRECT READING OF
THE TYRE
Example: 185/65 R 15 88H (see fig.
231)
185Rated width (S, distance in mm
between sidewalls)
65Height/width ratio (H/S) as a
percentage
RRadial tyre
15Rim diameter in inches (Ø)
88Load index (payload)
HMaximum speed index
Maximum speed index
Qup to 160 km/h
Rup to 170 km/h
Sup to 180 km/h
Tup to 190 km/h
Uup to 200 km/h
Hup to 210 km/h
Vup to 240 km/hMaximum speed index
for snow tyres
QM+Sup to 160 km/h
TM+Sup to 190 km/h
HM+Sup to 210 km/h
Load index (payload)
70335 kg
71345 kg
72355 kg
73365 kg
74375 kg
75387 kg
76400 kg
77412 kg
78425 kg
79437 kg
80450 kg
81462 kg
82475 kg
83487 kg
84500 kg
85515 kg
86530 kg
87545 kg
88560 kg
89580 kg
90600 kg
91615 kg
92630 kg
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95690 kg
99775 kg
RIM PROTECTOR TYRES
155)
WARNING
155)Do NOT fit hub caps when using
integral caps fixed (with springs) to the
steel rim and aftersales tyres provided with
Rim Protector fig. 232. The use of
unsuitable tyres and hub caps may cause
sudden loss of tyre pressure.
CORRECT READING OF
THE RIM CODE
Example: 6J x 15 ET 43 (see fig.
231)
6rim width in inches (1).
Jrim drop centre outline (side
projection where the tyre bead rests)
(2).
15rim fitting diameter in inches
(corresponds to the diameter of the
tyre to be mounted) (3 = Ø).
ET 43wheel camber (distance between
the disc/rim support plane and
the wheel rim centre line).
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RIMS AND TYRES PROVIDED
Versions RimsTyresSpare wheel (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Standard
equipmentsnow type Rim Tyre
1.4 All models 6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T195/60 R16 C
99Q (M+S)6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
1.4 T-JET All models 6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99/97T195/60 R16 C
99Q (M+S)6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99/97T
1.3 MultiJetCargo6Jx15 ET39 Light 185/65 R15 92T185/65 R15 92Q
(M+S)6JX15 ET39 Light 185/65 R15 92T
6JX15 ET39
Heavy195/65 R15 95T
(*)195/65 R15 95Q
(M+S)6JX15 ET39
Heavy195/65 R15 95T
6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
(*)195/60 R16 C
99Q (M+S)6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
Cargo Maxi 6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T195/60 R16 C
99Q (M+S)6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
5 seater (M1)6JX15 ET39 Light 185/65 R15 88T185/65 R15 88Q
(M+S)6JX15 ET39 Light 185/65 R15 88T
6JX15 ET39
Heavy195/65 R15 95T
(*)195/65 R15 95Q
(M+S)6JX15 ET39
Heavy195/65 R15 95T
6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
(*)195/60 R16 C
99Q (M+S)6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
7 seater (M1) 6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T195/60 R16 C
99Q (M+S)6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
Combi (N1)6JX15 ET39
Heavy195/65 R15 95T195/65 R15 95Q
(M+S)6JX15 ET39
Heavy195/65 R15 95T
6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
(*)195/60 R16 C
99Q (M+S)6Jx16 ET36.5195/60 R16 C
99T
(*) As an alternative
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