SAVING FUEL
Some useful tips are given below for fuel saving and
reducing harmful emissions of CO2 and other
pollutants (nitrogen oxides, unburnt hydrocarbons,
Particulate Matter (PM) etc.).
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
The general factors that affect fuel consumption are
listed below.
Vehicle maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in
accordance with the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”.
Ty r e s
Check the tyre pressure at least once every four
weeks: if the pressure is too low, consumption levels
increase as resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight
of the vehicle (especially when driving in town)
and its trim greatly affect fuel consumption
and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof
after use. These accessories reduce the aerodynamic
coefficient of the vehicle and have a negative effecton fuel consumption. It is better to use a trailer to
transport particularly bulky objects.
Electric devices
Only use electrical devices for the amount of time
needed. The heated rear window, additional
headlights, windscreen/rear window wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of energy,
therefore increasing fuel consumption (by up to 25%
in the urban cycle).
Climate control system
The air conditioner leads to higher fuel consumption
(on average up to +20%). If the temperature outside
is not too extreme, try and use the air vents.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified spoilers may adversely affect
aerodynamics and fuel consumption.
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DRIVING STYLE
The main driving styles that affect fuel consumption
are listed below.
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high revs when
the vehicle is stationary; this causes the engine to
warm up more slowly, thereby increasing fuel
consumption and emissions. It is advisable to set off
immediately and slowly, avoiding high revs: this allows
the engine to warm up more quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when stationary at traffic lights or
before stopping the engine. The latter action, like
double declutching, is unnecessary and increases
consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and road
conditions allow. Using a low gear for faster
acceleration will increase fuel consumption.
In the same way, improper use of a high gear
increases fuel consumption, emissions and engine
wear.Top speed
Fuel consumption increases considerably with speed.
Maintain a constant speed, avoiding unnecessary
braking and acceleration, which cost in terms of both
fuel consumption and emissions.
Acceleration
Sudden acceleration has a very negative effect on fuel
consumption and emissions: accelerate gradually.
CONDITIONS OF USE
The main conditions of use which negatively affect
consumption are illustrated below.
Cold starting
Short distances and frequent cold start-ups prevent
the engine from reaching its optimum running
temperature.
Consequently, both consumption (from +15 to +30%
on the urban cycle) and emissions will increase.
Traffic and road conditions
Heavy traffic, for instance when travelling in a queue
with frequent use of low gears or in cities with
lots of traffic lights, causes fairly high fuel
consumption. Mountain roads and uneven surfaces
also have a negative effect on consumption.
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FIX & GO AUTOMATIC KIT
WARNING
The information required by the
applicable regulation is indicated on the
Fix&Go kit package label. Compliance with the
indications on the label is an essential condition
to ensure the safety and the effectiveness of
the Fix&Go kit . Carefully read the label before
use, avoid improper use. Fix&Go is subject to
expiration and must be replaced periodically.
The kit should be used by adults and cannot be
used by children.
Show the package and the label to the
personnel charged with handling the tyre
treated with the tyre repair kit .
Fix&Go provides a temporary repair,
therefore the tyre must be examined and
repaired by a specialist as soon as
possible.The sealing fluid is effective at
temperatures between -40°C and +50°C. It is
possible to repair tyres which have been damaged
on tread up to a diameter of 4mm; however,
tyres damaged on their side cannot be repaired.
Before using Fix&Go kit , ensure that the tyre isn't
excessively damaged and that the rim is in good
condition, otherwise do not use it and contact
a Fiat Dealership. Do not remove foreign bodies
from the tyre. Do not let the compressor turned
on for more than 20 consecutive minutes -
overheating hazard.
The Fix&Go automatic quick tyre repair kit is located
in a special container in the boot.
The quick tyre repair kit contains fig. 138:
fig. 138F0T0129
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PROTECTED DEVICE - fig. 173 FUSE AMPS
Air conditioner compressor F19 7.5
Heated rear window, mirror defrosters F20 30
Fuel pump F21 15
Fog lights F08 15
Cigar lighter/Passenger compartment socket/Heated seats F85 30
+15 reverse lights/air flow meter/water in fuel sensor/relay coils T02, T05,
T14, T17 and T19 (1.4 versions)F87 7,5
IBS battery charge sensor for Start&Stop system (1.3 Multijet with
Start&Stop)F87 5
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is essential for ensuring long
vehicle life under the best conditions.
This is why Fiat has planned a series of checks and
services every 30,000/35,000 km.
It is, however, important to remember that
scheduled servicing does not completely cover all the
requirements of the vehicle: even in the initial period
before 30,000/35,000 km, and then subsequently,
between one service and another, ordinary care
is always required such as routine checks involving
topping up fluid levels, checking tyre pressures etc.
IMPORTANT The Scheduled Servicing coupons
are set out by the Manufacturer. Failure to comply
with the schedule may invalidate the warranty.
Scheduled Servicing is performed by all Fiat
Dealerships, at pre-established times.If, during any service, the need arises for additional
replacements or repairs, these may be carried out
only with the explicit agreement of the Customer.
IMPORTANT It is advisable to inform a Fiat
Dealership of any small operating irregularities
without waiting for the next service.
The interval between scheduled services must be
reduced if your vehicle is used frequently for towing
trailers.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
PETROL EURO 6 VERSIONS
The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 180,000 km/12 years, must be cyclically
repeated starting from the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Years 2 4 6 8 10 12
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge●●●●●●
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary;
check the condition/expiry date of the “Fix&Go Automatic”
repair kit (for versions/markets, where provided)●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning
lights, etc.)●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
(1)●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management
system operation, emissions and, for versions/markets, where
provided, engine oil degradation●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes),
rubber elements (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)●●●●●●
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear (where
provided)●●●●●●
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
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DIESEL EURO 6 VERSIONS
The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 175,000 km/10 years, must be cyclically
repeated starting from the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of kilometres 35 70 105 140 175
Years 2 4 6 8 10
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge●●●●●
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary; check the
condition/expiry date of the “Fix&Go Automatic” repair kit (for
versions/markets, where provided)●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
(1)●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management system
operation, emissions and, for versions/markets, where provided, engine
oil degradation●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes), rubber elements
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)●●●●●
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rear window wiper blades
(where provided)●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen washer/wiper, adjust jets●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet locks, and cleanliness and lubrication of
linkages●●●●●
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
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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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