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WARNING
20)The daytime running lights are an
alternative to the dipped headlights for
driving during the daytime in countries
where it is compulsory to have lights on
during the day; where it is not compulsory,
the use of daytime running lights is
permitted.
21)Daytime running lights cannot replace
dipped beam headlights when driving at
night or through tunnels. The use of
daytime running lights is governed by the
highway code of the country in which you
are driving. Comply with legal
requirements.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
FRONT CEILING LIGHT
Singe-bulb ceiling light
To switch on/off the ceiling light press
the fig. 27 button:
pressed to 1: interior ceiling light
always off;
pressed to 2: interior ceiling light
always on;
position 0: the interior ceiling light
switches on when a door is opened.
Multi-bulb ceiling light
Switch 1 fig. 28 is used to switch on/off
the ceiling light bulbs.
Switch 1 positions:
central position: lights 2 and 5 switch
on/off when the doors are
opened/closed;
pressed to the left (OFF): lights 2 and
5 are always switched off;
pressed to the right (): lights
2 and 5 are always switched on.
The lights switch on/off gradually.
Switch 3 switches on/off light 2.
Switch 4 switches on/off light 5.
Ceiling light timing
On certain versions, to facilitate getting
in/out of the vehicle at night or in
poorly-lit areas, two timed modes have
been provided:
Timing while getting into the vehicle;
Timing while getting out of the
vehicle.
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Thousands of miles9 182736455463728190
Thousands of kilometres15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
Check windscreen wiper blade position/wear
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust
jets if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and rear lid locks, cleanliness
and lubrication of linkage
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front and rear disc
brake pads and integrity of pad wear indicator
Visually inspect conditions and wear of rear drum brake
linings (1.4 16v 95hp E4 versions/1.4 16v 95hp
E6 versions/1.6 E.Torque E6 versions/1.6 E.Torque
E4 versions)
Visually inspect conditions of oxygen sensor (1.4 16v
95 HP E4 versions, 1.6 E.Torque E4 versions) (2)
Visually inspect conditions of toothed timing drive belt
(1.4 16v 95 HP E6 versions/1.4 T-jet 120hp LPG
E6 versions)
Visually inspect conditions of toothed timing drive belt
(1.4 16v 95 HP E4 versions)
(2) This operation must be performed if the vehicle is used in one of the following countries: Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Armenia, Congo,
Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, Syria, Zimbabwe.
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Thousands of miles9 182736455463728190
Thousands of kilometres15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
Replace spark plugs (1.4 16V 95 HP E6 versions)
Replace spark plugs (1.4 T-jet 120 HP LPG E6 versions)
(4)
Replace spark plugs (1.4 16v 95 HP E4/ 1.6 E.Torque
E6 versions/ 1.6 E.Torque E4 versions) (5)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.4 16v 95 HP
E6 versions/ 1.4 16v 95 HP E4 versions/ 1.4 T-jet 120hp
LPG E6 versions)(6)
Replace timing drive belt(s) (1.4 16v 95 HP E6 versions/
1.4 16v 95 HP E4 versions/ 1.4 T-jet 120hp LPG
E6 versions)(6)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) (1.6 E.Torque
E6 versions/1.6 E.Torque E4 versions)
(4) For 1.4 T-jet LPG versions, to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to proceed as follows:
only use spark plugs specifically certified for these engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the "Engine"
paragraph in the "Technical specifications" chapter); strictly comply with the spark plugs replacement intervals in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan. It is advisable to contact a FIAT Dealership for plug replacement.
(5) This operation must be performed every 15,000 km if the vehicle is used in one of the following countries: Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola,
Armenia, Congo, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Malawi, Mali, Mozambique, Nigeria, Senegal, Syria, Zimbabwe.
(6) 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 vehicle (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.
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Thousands of miles12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Thousands of kilometres20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
Years12345678910
Check operation of windscreen 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 and rear disc
brake pads and integrity of pad wear indicator
Visually check condition and wear of rear drum brake
linings (1.3 MultiJet versions)
Visually inspect condition of toothed timing drive belt
(1.6 Multijet versions)
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without
automatic tensioner)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (versions with DPF)(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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Thousands of miles12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Thousands of kilometres20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
Years12345678910
Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.6 MultiJet versions)(3)
Replace accessory drive belt/s(3)
Replace fuel filter cartridge (1.3 MultiJet versions) (4)
Replace fuel filter cartridge (1.6 MultiJet versions) (4)
Replace air cleaner cartridge (5)
Change the brake fluid(6)
Replace the passenger compartment cleaner (5) (o) (●)
(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 vehicle (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 20,000 km
(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 20,000 km.
(6) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
(o) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
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