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WARNING
Some commercial windscreen washer
additives are flammable.The engine
compartment contains hot parts which could
star t a fire if they come into contact .
BRAKE FLUID
Undo the cap A fig. 193 and check that the liquid
contained in the reservoir is at the maximum level.
The fluid level in the reservoir must not exceed
the MAX mark.
Use the brake fluid shown in the "Fluids and
lubricants" table (see "Technical Specifications").
When opening the cap A, make sure that no dirt
gets into the reservoir.
For topping-up, always use a funnel with integrated
filter with mesh equal to or lower than 0.12 mm.IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs moisture. For this
reason, if the vehicle is mainly used in areas with a
high degree of atmospheric humidity, the fluid should
be replaced at more frequent intervals than specified
in the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen,
immediately wash with water.
WARNING
Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental
contact , immediately wash the affected parts
with water and mild soap.Then rinse
thoroughly. Call a doctor immediately if
swallowed.
WARNING
The symbol, on the brake fluid
container indicates if a brake fluid is
synthetic or mineralbased. Use of mineral type
fluids will damage the special rubber seals of
the braking system beyond repair.
fig. 193F0T0080
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POWER STEERING FLUID
Loose the cap A fig. 194: check that the fluid in the
reservoir is included between the MIN and MAX
on the reservoir.
The level may exceed the MAX mark when the oil is
hot. If topping up is required, make sure the oil
you use has the same specifications as that already in
the system.
WARNING
Prevent power steering fluid from
coming into contact with hot engine
parts: it is flammable.
Power steering fluid consumption is
extremely low; if another top-up is
required after only a short period of time,
have the system checked for leaks at a Fiat
Dealership.
fig. 194F0T0081
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USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last
longer, follow these instructions closely:
when you park the vehicle, ensure the doors, boot
and bonnet are closed properly so that the ceiling
lights do not stay on;
turn off the ceiling lights, although the car does
have an automatic system for switching off internal
lights;
do not keep accessories (e.g. sound system,
hazard lights, etc.) switched on for a long time
when the engine is not running;
before performing any operation on the electrical
system, disconnect the battery negative cable;
make sure that battery terminals are always be
perfectly tight.
IMPORTANT If the battery remains with the charge
below 50% for a long time it becomes damaged
through sulphation and its starting capacity is
reduced.
The battery is also more prone to the risk of freezing
(at temperatures as high as -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 the Fiat Dealershipwhose qualified personnel, in addition to suggesting
the most suitable devices, will evaluate the overall
electric absorption, checking whether the vehicle
electric system is capable of withstanding the load
required, or whether it should be integrated with
a more powerful battery.
Since these devices continue to use electricity even
when the engine is off, they gradually run down
the battery.
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Jack ................................................ 157
Jump starting ............................... 155
Keys
– Key with remote control..... 9
– Key without remote
control ..................................... 9
– Ordering additional
remote controls .................... 11
Left direction indicator
warning light.............................. 153
Lifting the vehicle....................... 187
Light beam direction .................. 80
Low battery charge warning
light ............................................. 144
Low engine oil level ................... 147
Low engine oil pressure
warning light.............................. 146
Luggage Compartment
– Emergency opening .............. 73
– Extending the boot ............... 75
– Removing the parcel shelf ... 74
– Removing the rear seat........ 75
– Repositioning the rear
seat ........................................... 75
– Securing the load................... 76
Main beam headlights................. 53
Main beam warning light .......... 153Maintenance and care -
regular checks........................... 196
Maintenance and care -
Scheduled Servicing ................. 190
Maintenance and care -
scheduled servicing plan......... 191
Manual climate control
system ......................................... 50
Manually deactivating the
front airbag and side bag ........ 125
MSR system.................................. 85
Multifunction display
– Control buttons .................... 25
– Setup menu............................. 26
– Standard screen ..................... 24
Number plate lights................... 174
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement) ............................. 174
On-board instruments............... 16
Ordering additional remote
controls ....................................... 11
Parcel shelf ................................... 74
Parking .......................................... 135
Parking lights ................................ 53
Parking sensor fault warning
light ............................................. 152
Parking sensors ........................... 93Parking sensors (warning
light) ............................................ 152
Particulate filter (DPF) ............. 105
Partitions ...................................... 39
Passenger compartment
fuse box ..................................... 183
Passenger compartment
fuse box table ........................... 185
Performance................................ 231
Pollen filter .................................. 204
Power steering fluid .................. 203
Power supply............................... 220
Pre-tensioners ............................ 110
pressure restoring...................... 165
Prolonged vehicle inactivity ..... 141
Protecting the environment .... 105
Radio ............................................. 100
Radio transmitters and
mobile phones .......................... 102
Rear ceiling light ......................... 176
Rear fog lights .............................. 62
– Warning light ......................... 153
Rear fog lights (changing a
bulb) ............................................ 172
Rear fog lights warning light .... 153
Rear light clusters ...................... 172
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