
SCHEDULED
SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions. For this
reason, Fiat has planned a series of
checks and services at fixed distance
intervals and, where provided, at fixed
time intervals, as described in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all
Fiat Dealerships according to a set time
schedule. If, during each operation, in
addition to the ones scheduled, the
need arises for further replacements or
repairs, these may be carried out with
the owner's explicit agreement only.
If your vehicle is used frequently for
towing, the interval between one
service operation and the next should
be reduced.IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
interventions are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform a Fiat
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Every1,000km or before long
journeys, check and if necessary, top
up: engine coolant level; brake fluid
level; screen washer fluid level; tyre
inflation pressure and condition; lighting
system operation (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, etc.);
screen washer/wiper system operation
and positioning/wear of windscreen/
rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.DEMANDING USE OF THE
CAR
If the vehicle is used under one of the
following conditions: towing a trailer
or motorhome; dusty roads; short (less
than 7-8 km) and repeated journeys
with sub-zero outside temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speed 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 conditions of:
engine, gearbox, transmission, pipes
and hoses (exhaust/fuel system/brakes)
and rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter / pollen
filter / air cleaner.
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Thousands of kilometres 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary
Check and adjust clutch pedal travel (0.9 TwinAir 60HPV/
65HP and 1.2 8V 69 HP versions only)
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front disc brake
pads and integrity of pad wear indicator
Visually inspect condition and wear of rear disc brake pads
and integrity of pad wear indicator (Panda Cross and
Panda 4x4 versions only)
Visually check condition and wear of rear drum brake
linings (Panda Cross and Panda 4x4 versions excluded)
Visually check conditions of accessory drive belt and
control and (for versions without automatic tensioner)
check tension
Visually inspect conditions of toothed timing drive belt (all
0.9 TwinAir versions excluded)
Check tappet clearance and adjust if necessary (1.2 8V 69
HP versions)
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Thousands of kilometres 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
Years12345678910
Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front disc brake
pads and integrity of pad wear indicator
Visually inspect condition and wear of rear disc brake pads
and integrity of pad wear indicator (Panda Cross and
Panda 4x4 versions only)
Visually check condition and wear of rear drum brake
linings (Panda Cross and Panda 4x4 versions excluded)
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)
Check drive transmission idler unit (PTU) oil level (Panda
Cross and Panda 4x4 versions only)
Check rear differential oil level (Panda Cross and Panda
4x4 versions only)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter(2)
(2) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or
message in the instrument panel. In any case, it must never exceed 2 years. If the vehicle is mainly used in towns and cities, change the engine oil and filter
every year.
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BODYWORK
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paint
70)
6)To correctly wash the car, proceed as
follows:
remove the aerial from the roof to
prevent damage to it if the car is
washed in an automatic system;
if high pressure jets or cleaners are
used to wash the vehicle, keep a
distance of at least 40 cm from the
bodywork to avoid damage or
alteration. It should be remembered
that the build up of water can damage
the car over a period of time;
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.
Dry the less visible parts (e.g. door
frames, bonnet, headlight frames etc.)
with special care, as water may
stagnate more easily in these areas.
The car should not be taken to a closed
area immediately, but left outside so
that residual water can evaporate.Do not wash the car after it has been
left in the sun or with the bonnet hot:
this may alter the shine of the
paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned
in the same way as the rest of the
vehicle.
Avoid parking under trees; the resin
dropped by trees makes the paintwork
go opaque and increases the possibility
of corrosion.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings should be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
WARNING
70)In order to preserve the aesthetic
appearance of the paint, abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used for
cleaning the vehicle.
WARNING
6)Detergents pollute the environment.
Only wash your vehicle in areas equipped
to collect and treat wastewater from this
type of activity.
INTERIOR
SEATS AND FABRIC
PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral
detergent.
WARNING To avoid ruining the
upholstery, do not use acetone, acetic
alcohol, denatured ethyl alcohol or
any highly aggressive solvents or
detergents to clean the fabric parts.
Use spotting agents such as isopropyl
alcohol or dry stain removers.
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IDENTIFICATION
DATA
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
Depending on the version, the plate fig.
129 may be located to the right or at
the centre of the luggage compartment
(lift the carpet covering to access it). It
contains the following data:
AName of Manufacturer
BType-approval number.
CVehicle type identification code.
DChassis serial number.
EMaximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden.
FMaximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden plus trailer.
GMaximum permitted weight on first
axle (front).
HMaximum permitted weight on
second axle (rear).
IEngine type.
LBodywork version code.
MSpare part number.
NCorrect value of smoke coefficient
(for diesel engines).
BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
This is applied inside the bonnet (left
side) and bears the following data
fig. 130:
APaint manufacturer.
BColour name.
CFiat colour code.
DRespray and touch up code.CHASSIS MARKING
This is located on the right side of the
luggage compartment rear floor and
gives the following identification data:
type of vehicle;
chassis serial number.
ENGINE MARKING
It is stamped on the cylinder block and
includes the type and the engine serial
number.
129F1D0142
130F1D0128
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TECHNICAL DATA

INDEX
3
rd brake light (bulb
replacement)
................................ 111
ABS (system)
................................ 60
Active safety systems ..................... 60
Airbag ............................................ 84
ASR (system) ................................. 61
Battery (recharging)
....................... 135
Bonnet ........................................... 26
CBC system
................................. 65
Checking levels .............................. 137
Child protection systems ................ 74
Climate control system ................... 22
CO2 emissions............................... 175
Control panel and on-board
instruments .................................. 37.................................. 202
Dashboard
.................................... 8
Daytime running lights (DRL)
– "Daytime Running Lights" .......... 17
Dimensions .................................... 158
Dipped beam headlights
– control....................................... 17
Dipped headlights
– control....................................... 17
Dipped/main beam headlights
(bulb replacement) ....................... 108
Direction indicators
– control....................................... 17Direction indicators (changing a
bulb) ............................................ 108
Display ........................................... 38
Doors ............................................. 11
– door locking/unlocking .............. 11
Driving assistance systems ............ 65
DRL (daytime running lights) ........... 17
Dualdrive electric power steering .... 97
Dualogic gearbox ........................... 95
ECO function
................................ 98
Electric windows ............................ 26
Engine............................................ 147
Engine compartment...................... 137
ESC (system) ................................. 60
External lights................................. 17
Fiat CODE (system)
....................... 11
Fix&Go Airflat kit ............................. 118
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 168
Fog lights (bulb replacement) ......... 109
Follow me home (device) ................ 17
Front airbags .................................. 84
Front roof light ................................ 19
Front/rear fog lights ........................ 18
Fuel consumption .......................... 173
Fuel cut-off system......................... 122
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 112
Gear Shift Indicator
....................... 38
Handbrake
.................................... 93Hazard warning lights..................... 106
HBA (system) ................................. 61
Head restraints............................... 14
HH (system) ................................... 60
Ignition device
............................... 10
Important information and
recommendations ........................ 204
Instrument panel ............................ 201
Interior lights .................................. 19
iTPMS ............................................ 66
Jump starting
................................ 121
Keys
– key with remote control ............. 9
– key without remote control ........ 9
Lifting the vehicle
.......................... 143
Luggage compartment................... 28
Main beam headlights
– control....................................... 17
Manual gearbox ............................. 94
Mode selector ................................ 96
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)
................................ 111
Occupant protection systems
....... 69
Parking lights
................................ 17
Parking sensors ............................. 100
Parking the vehicle ......................... 93
Performance (top speed) ................ 172