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THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS
Swing door versions
Contact Fiat Dealership to replace the third brake
lights fig. 166.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
Proceed as follows to replace the bulbs A fig. 167:
operate the holding tabs at the points indicated by
the arrows, and remove the bulb holder;
turn the bulb holder B fig. 168 anticlockwise and
then remove the bulb C.
CHANGING AN INTERIOR BULB
For the type of bulb and corresponding power rating,
see the paragraph "Changing a bulb".
fig. 166F0T0103
fig. 167F0T0104
fig. 168F0T0105
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change the bulb C fig. 176 by releasing it from the
side contacts and making sure the new bulb is
correctly fastened between these contacts.REPLACING A FUSE
INTRODUCTION
Fuses protect the electrical system: they cut in (i.e.
they blow) in the event of a fault or improper action
on the system.
Check the state of the corresponding fuse when a
device does not work: the filament A fig. 177 should
be intact.
If it is not, replace the blown fuse with a new one of
the same amperage (same colour).
B intact fuse.
C fuse with damaged filament.
To change a fuse, use the tongs D located in the tool
bag or the Fix & Go container (for versions/markets,
where provided).
A
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O
fig. 175F0T0108
A
U
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fig. 176F0T0109fig. 177F0T0015
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Refitting the fuse box cover
To refit the cover proceed as follows:
insert the two tabs A fig. 181 in the respective
seats located on the fuse box;
refasten the tab B in the corresponding seat until
it clicks.
fig. 180F0T0173fig. 181F0T0174
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The front and rear tow hooks should be
used only for emergencies on the road.You
are allowed to tow the car for short
distances using an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway code (a rigid bar),
to move the vehicle on the road in readiness
for towing or transporting via a breakdown
vehicle.Tow hooks MUST NOT be used to tow
vehicles off the road or where there are obstacles
and/or for towing operations using cables or
other non-rigid devices. Respecting the above
conditions, towing must take place with the two
vehicles (one towing, the other towed) aligned
as much as possible along the same centre line.
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Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Years 2 4 6 8 10 12
Replace the toothed timing drive belt
(3)
Replace accessory drive belt/s(3)
Replace air cleaner cartridge(4)●●●●●●
Change the brake fluid
(5)
Replace the passenger compartment cleaner(4)●●●●●●
(3) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of
distance travelled. Dusty areas and/or demanding use of the car (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.
(4) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.
(5) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
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Thousands of kilometres 35 70 105 140 175
Years 2 4 6 8 10
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 condition of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check mechanical gearbox fluid●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (versions with DPF)
(2)
Replace accessory drive belt/s(3)
Replace fuel filter cartridge(4)●●
Replace air cleaner cartridge●●●●●
Change the brake fluid
(5)
Replace the passenger compartment cleaner●●●●●
(2) The actual interval for changing the engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is
signalled by the warning light or message (if present) in the instrument panel (see chapter "Warning lights and messages"). 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 mileage 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of
distance travelled. Dusty areas and/or demanding use of the car (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.
(4) If the vehicle runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 35,000 km
(5) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
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ENGINE OIL
Engine oil level check
Check the oil level a few minutes (about 5) after the
engine has stopped, with the vehicle parked on
level ground.
Take out the dipstick A fig. 189 - fig. 190, clean it and
then fully reinsert it; take it out and check that the
level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the
dipstick. The interval between MIN and MAX marks
corresponds to about 1 litre of oil.
Topping up the engine oil
If the level of the oil is close to or below the MIN
mark, add oil via filler B fig. 190 until the MAX mark
is reached.
The oil level must never exceed the MAX. mark.IMPORTANT If the engine oil level after the check is
over the MAX level, go to a Fiat Dealership to
have the correct level restored.
IMPORTANT After adding or changing the oil, let the
engine turn over for a few seconds and wait a few
minutes after turning it off before you check the
level.
Engine oil consumption
The maximum engine oil consumption is usually 400
grams every 1000 km.
When the vehicle is new, the engine needs to be run
in, therefore the engine oil consumption can only
be considered stabilised after the first 5,000–6,000
km.
IMPORTANT The oil consumption depends on
driving style and the conditions under which the
vehicle is used.
fig. 189 - 1.4 Euro 6 versionsF0T0513
AB
fig. 190 - 1.3 Multijet Euro 6 versionsF0T0437
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Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.
Incorrect assembly of electric and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your vehicle. Go to a Fiat
Dealership if you want to install accessories
(alarms, mobile phone, etc .): they will suggest the
most suitable devices and advise you if a higher
capacity batter y needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances that are very
harmful to the environment .You are
recommended to go to a Fiat Dealership
to have the batter y replaced where the old
battery will be disposed of respecting both the
environment and the laws in force.
If the vehicle needs to be off the road for
a long period under conditions of intense
cold, remove the battery and take it to
a heated place, otherwise it may freeze.
WARNING
When performing any operation on the
battery or near it , always protect your
eyes with the special goggles.
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