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 uneven roads can damage the
tyres;
periodically check that the tyres have no cuts in
the side wall, abnormal swelling or irregular tread
wear. Contact a Fiat Dealership if required;
avoid overloading the car when travelling: this may
cause serious damage to the wheels and tyres;
if a tyre is punctured, stop immediately and
replace it to avoid damage to the tyre, the rim,
suspension 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. In any event, 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 dubious origin;
if a tyre is replaced, also replace 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.
WARNING
Remember that the road holding
qualities of your vehicle also depend on
the correct inflation pressure of the tyres.
WARNING
If tyre pressure is too low, the tyre may
overheat and be severely damaged as
a result .
WARNING
Do not switch tyres from the righthand
side of the vehicle to the lefthand
side, and vice versa.
WARNING
Do not repaint alloy wheel rims at
temperatures higher than 150°C.The
mechanical characteristics of the wheels might
be compromised.
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CORRECT READING OF THE RIM CODE
Example: 5 1/2J x 14 H2 ET 44(see fig. 197)
5 1/2rim width in inches (1).
Jprofile of the flange (side projection where the tyre
bead rests) (2).
14rim nominal diameter in inches (corresponds to
diameter of the tyre to be mounted) (3 = Ø).
H2shape and number of humps (circumference
measurement which keeps the bead of tubeless
tyres in position on the rim).
ET 44wheel camber (distance between the disc/rim
support plane and the wheel rim centre
line).RIM PROTECTOR TYRES
WARNING
DO NOT fit wheel hub caps when using
integral hub caps fixed (with springs)
to the steel rim and after sale tyres provided
with Rim Protector fig. 198. Use of unsuitable
tyres and wheel caps may cause sudden
decrease of tyre pressure.
fig. 198F0S0351
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COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
MeasurementTYRES PROVIDED
SPARE
WHEEL
(*)No load Medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear Front Rear
185/65 R15
88T2.3 2.2 2.3 2.1 2.3 2.5
2.5
195/55 R16
87T2.3 2.1 2.3 2.1 2.4 2.4
(*) (for versions/markets, where provided)
When the tires are warm, the inflation pressure should be + 0.3 bar in relation to the recommended figure.
However, recheck that the value is correct with the tyre cold.
With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the pressure value prescribed for standard tyres.
When running at speeds over 160 km/h, inflate tyres at full-load pressures.
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Controls........................................ 51
Coupling the tow ring............... 180
Cruise control ............................. 46
Cruise Control (warning
light) ............................................ 144
Cruise Control warning
light ............................................. 144
Dashboard .................................... 3
Dead lock ..................................... 9
Dead Lock .................................... 9
Degraded engine oil warning
light ............................................. 137
Dimensions ................................. 222
Dipped beam headlights ............ 42
Dipped/main beam
headlights ................................... 161
Dipped/main beam
headlights (changing a bulb)... 161
Direction indicators ................... 43
– Left direction indicator
warning light ......................... 145
– Right-hand indicator
warning light .......................... 145
Direction indicators
(changing a bulb) ...................... 161
Door open .................................. 138
Doors (unlocking/locking) ........ 55
Double rear wing doors............ 61DPF (particulate filter) .............. 96
Driver side armrest .................... 52
Driving style ................................ 129
EBD (fault warning light) .......... 136
EBD fault warning light............. 136
EBD system .................................. 72
Emergency starting.................... 124
Engine ........................................... 211
Engine bay fuse box ................... 170
Engine codes ............................... 210
Engine compartment fuse
box table .................................... 174
Engine coolant ............................ 193
Engine coolant fluid
(warning light)........................... 134
Engine coolant fluid warning
light ............................................. 134
Engine coolant temperature
indicator...................................... 14
Engine marking ........................... 209
Engine oil ..................................... 192
Engine oil (degraded oil
warning light) ............................ 137
Engine oil (low pressure
warning light) ............................ 137
EOBD (engine control
system fault warning light) ..... 138
EOBD system .............................. 82ESC (system) ............................... 73
Extending the boot .................... 63
Exterior lights .............................. 42
Fiat CODE (vehicle
protection system fault
warning light) ............................ 141
Fiat CODE system ..................... 6
Fiat CODE vehicle
protection system fault
warning light.............................. 141
Fix&Go automatic kit ............... 153
Fix&Go Automatic quick
tyre pressure restoration....... 154
Flashing the headlights ............... 42
Fluids and lubricants.................. 229
Fog lights ....................................... 51
– Warning light ......................... 144
Fog lights (changing a bulb)...... 162
Fog lights warning light ............. 144
Follow Me Home ........................ 43
Front airbags ............................... 113
– Front airbag driver's side .... 114
– Manually deactivating the
front airbag and side bag .... 115
– Passenger side front
airbag....................................... 114
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