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BRAKES
Depending on the version/market, the
vehicle may be equipped with
mechanical wear detectors for the
brake pads: one for each wheel
assembly.
When the brake linings are close to
wearing out, pressing the brake pedal
will generate a slight squeal: this lasts
for about 100 km (the mileage varies
with the driving style and route).
In this case, it is still possible to
continue driving, with caution.
However, contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the worn
brake pads changed.
WINDSCREEN
WIPER REAR
WINDOW WIPER 41)
Replace the blades if the rubber edge is
deformed or worn. In any case, it is
advisable to replace them
approximately once a year.
LIFTING THE BLADES
WINDSCREEN WIPER
Lift the windscreen wiper arm and
position the blade so that it forms a 90°
angle with the arm;
REPLACING THE
WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADES
Proceed as follows:
❒ lift the windscreen wiper arm;
❒ press the button A-fig. 144 and
extract the blade C from the arm B;
❒ insert the new blade making sure it
is locked.
REPLACING THE REAR
WINDOW WIPER BLADE
Proceed as follows:
❒ raise the cover A-fig. 145 and
remove the arm from the vehicle by
loosening nut B that fastens it to the
pivot pin;
❒ position the new arm correct and
tighten the nut;
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❒ lower the cover.
WINDSCREEN WASHER
NOZZLES
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly
check that there is fluid in the reservoir
(see “Checking levels” in this chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged; use a needle to unblock
them if necessary.
The windscreen jets are directed by
adjusting the angle.
The jets should be directed at about a
third of the height from the top edge of
the windscreen fig. 146.
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IMPORTANT In versions with sunroof,
make sure that the sunroof is closed
before operating the front jets.
REAR WINDOW WASHER
NOZZLE
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located above the
rear window fig. 147.
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BODYWORK
ADVICE FOR
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an
aesthetic purpose, but also protects the
underlying sheet metal. Normal care for
paintwork consists of washing the car;
how often depends on the conditions
and environment where the car is used.
For example, in highly polluted areas, or
if the roads are spread with salt, it is
advisable to wash the car more
frequently.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings should be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
Versions with matt paintwork
These versions have exclusive matt
paintwork which requires special care
for its preservation.

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The instructions for good preservation
follow below:
❒ avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations.
Then, wash the vehicle, only by
hand, using pH-neutral detergents;
dry it with a wet chamois leather.
Abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the
vehicle.
❒ Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the
acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
❒ Avoid (if at all possible) parking the
vehicle under trees; remove
vegetable resins immediately as,
when dried, it may only be possible
to remove them with abrasive
products and/or polishes, which is
highly inadvisable as they could alter
the typical opacity of the paint.
❒ Do not use pure windscreen washer
fluid for cleaning the front
windscreen and rear screen; dilute it
by at least 50% in water.
Some versions are fitted with exclusive
decorations on the door mirror covers;
do not use pressurised or high-
temperature jets of water when washing
them.Versions with stickers or wrapping
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To correctly clean and wash the car,
proceed as follows:
❒ Avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations.
Then, wash the vehicle, only by
hand, using pH-neutral detergents;
dry it with a wet chamois leather.
Abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the
vehicle.
❒ If high pressure jets or cleaners are
used to wash the vehicle, hold at
least 40 cm away 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;
❒ Use a sponge to wipe a slightly
soapy solution over the bodywork,
frequently rinsing the sponge;
❒ Rinse with plenty of water and dry
with a jet of air or a chamois leather.
Dry the less visible parts with special
care, such as the door frames,
bonnet and the headlight frames,
where water may stagnate more
easily. 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
parked in the sun.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned
in the same way as the rest of the
vehicle.
Where possible, do not park under
trees; the resinous substances that
many species release give the paint a
dull appearance and increase the
possibility of triggering rusting
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.

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IMPORTANT Any stains (caused by
water) on the stickers or wrapping can
be removed by dampening the area
again and drying it with a soft, non-
abrasive cloth.
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒ Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the
acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
❒ Avoid (if at all possible) parking the
car under trees; remove vegetable
resins immediately as, when dried, it
may only be possible to remove
them with abrasive products and/or
polishes, which is highly inadvisable
as they could alter the paint, the
stickers or the wrapping.
❒ Do not use pure windscreen washer
fluid for cleaning the front
windscreen and rear screen; dilute it
by at least 50% in water.INTERIORS 42)
Regularly check that water is not
trapped under the mats (due to water
dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.), as
this could cause oxidation of the sheet
metal.
SEATS AND FABRIC
PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner.
It is advisable to use a moist brush on
velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge
moistened with a solution of water and
neutral detergent.
PLASTIC AND COATED
PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic
parts with a moist cloth and a solution
of water and non-abrasive mild soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and
specifically designed to prevent
damage to the appearance and colour
of the treated parts, to remove grease
and tough stains.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol, petrols
and derivatives to clean the instrument
panel lens.
LEATHER UPHOLSTERY
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Use only water and neutral soap to
clean these parts. Never use alcohol or
alcohol-based products. Before using a
specific product for cleaning interiors,
make sure that it does not contain
alcohol and/or alcohol-based
substances.

TECHNICAL DATA
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CAPACITIES21) 38) 11) 22) 3)
Fuel tank (litres): 35 35 35 35
Including a reserve of (litres): 5 5 5 5
Engine cooling system 4.85/
(litres): 5.2 5.3 5.2 4.4
Engine sump (litres): 2.8  2.8  2.5  2.75 
Engine sump and filter (litres): 3.2  3.2  2.8  2.90 
Gearbox/differential casing (litres): 1.65 1.65 1.65 1.65
Dualogic gearbox hydraulic
activation system (litres/kg): – 0.7/0.59 0.7/0.59 0.7/0.59

Hydraulic brake circuit (kg): 0.55 0.55 0.55 0.55
Hydraulic clutch controls
(RH drive versions): – – 0.100 0.100
Windscreen and rear window
washer fluid reservoir (litres): 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5
* For versions/markets, where provided
** When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60% mixture of PARAFLUUPand 40% of
demineralised water.
LPG versions
Petrol versions
0.9
TwinAir
60 HP
*65 HP
0.9
TwinAir
80 HP
*85 HP
105 HP
1.2 8V
69 HP1.4 16V
100 HP*Prescribed fuels and
original lubricants
Unleaded petrol with R.O.N.
no lower than 95 (EN 228 specifications)
Mixture of distilled water and
PARAFLU
UPat 50% (**)
SELENIA K P.E.

SELENIA DIGITEK P.E. SELENIA MULTIPOWER GAS 5W-40 
TUTELA GEAR FORCE
TUTELA CS SPEED
Special oil with
“ATF DEXRON III” type additive
TUTELA TOP 4 or TUTELA TOP 4/S
Mixture of water and
PETRONAS DURANCE SC35

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Brake fluid
Diesel additive
Windscreen/rear
window washer
fluid
Applications
TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F002.F10
TUTELA CS SPEED
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F005.F98
TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F702.G07
TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F701.C07
TUTELA STAR 325
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F301.D03
TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F001.A93
or
TUTELA TOP 4/S
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F005.F15
TUTELA DIESEL ART Contractual
Technical Reference No. F601.L06
PETRONAS DURANCE SC 35
Contractual Technical
ReferenceNo. F001.D16Mechanical gearbox
and differential
Hydraulic actuation
system lubricant
Dualogic gearbox
Wheel side HP joints
Differential side HP joints
(excluding 1.4 16V
100 HP versions)
Differential side HP joints
(1.4 16V 100
HP versions)
Hydraulic brakes and
hydraulic clutch controls
To be mixed with diesel
25 cc per 10 litres
To be used diluted or
undiluted in windscreen
washer/wiper systems
UseFeaturesSpecificationsGenuine fluids and
lubricants
Oils and greases
for drivelineSAE 75W API GL4
grade synthetic lubricant
Specific fluid for electro-hydraulic
actuators
“ATF DEXRON III” type oil
Molybdenum disulphide grease,
for use at high temperatures.
N.L.G.I. consistency 1-2
Grease for constant velocity joints
with low friction coefficient.
N.L.G.I. consistency 0-1
Polyurea synthetic-based grease
suitable for high temperatures.
NL.G.I. consistency 2
Synthetic fluid for brake and clutch
systems. Exceeds specifications
F.M.V.S.S. no. 116 DOT 4,
ISO 4925 SAE J1704
Antifreeze additive for diesel,
with protective action for diesel engines
Mixture of alcohol, water and
surfactants CUNA NC 956-II9.55550-MZ6
9.55550-SA1
9.55580-GRAS II
9.55580-GRAS II
9.55580-GRAS II
9.55597
or
MS.90039
–
9.55522
or
MS.90043

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
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PERSONAL SAFETY
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•The HH system is not a parking brake, therefore do not leave
the vehicle without activating the handbrake, switching off the
engine, and engaging first gear, with the vehicle parked in safe
conditions.
•There may be situations on small gradients
(less than 8%), with car laden or a trailer attached to it (where
provided), in which the HH system may not activate, causing a
slight reversing motion and increasing the risk of collision with
another vehicle or object.
The driver is, in any case, responsible for safe driving.
•The HBA system cannot increase tyre grip on the road over
the limits imposed by laws of physics: always drive carefully
according to the conditions of the road surface.
•The HBA system is an aid for the driver, who must always pay
full attention while driving.
The responsibility always rests with the driver.
16) ENGINE BONNET
•Before opening the bonnet, check that windscreen wiper
arm is not lifted from the windscreen.
•The bonnet may drop suddenly if the supporting rod is not
positioned correctly.
Only perform these operations when the car is stationary.
•Be careful working inside engine compartment when the
engine is hot to avoid burning yourself. Do not place your
hands near the engine fan as it may be activated even when
the key is removed. Wait until the engine has cooled.
•Be very careful not to allow scarves, neck ties and other
loose articles of clothing from touching, even accidentally, any
moving parts. This may cause the clothing to be pulled into the
part, resulting in serious injury to the wearer. •For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be properly closed
while the car is travelling. Make sure that the bonnet is properly
closed and that the lock is engaged. If you notice when driving
that the bonnet has not been properly locked, stop immediately
and close the bonnet correctly.
•Use both hands to lift the bonnet. Before lifting, check that the
windscreen wiper arms are not raised from the windscreen, that
the vehicle is stationary and that the handbrake is engaged.
17) CONTROLS
•It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any after-market operation
involving steering system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that could adversely affect
performance and safety, invalidate the warranty and also result in
non-compliance of the vehicle with type-approval requirements.
•Before performing any maintenance operations, always stop
the engine and remove the key from the ignition to lock the
steering column (especially when the car wheels are not touching
the ground). If this is not possible (for example if the key needs to
be turned to MAR or the engine must be running), remove the
main fuse that protects the electric power steering.
18) PARKING SENSORS
Parking manoeuvres, however, are always the driver’s
responsibility. While carrying out these manoeuvres, always make
sure that no people (especially children) or animals are in the area
concerned.
The parking sensors are used to assist the driver, who must
never allow his attention to lapse during potentially dangerous
manoeuvres, even those executed at low speeds.

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• The electronic Cruise Control can be dangerous if the system is
unable to maintain a constant speed. In specific conditions speed
may be excessive, resulting in the risk of losing control of the
vehicle and causing accidents. Do not use the device in heavy
traffic or on winding, icy, snowy or slippery roads.
39) SERVICING - CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
•Never smoke while working in the engine compartment: gas
and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.
•Be very careful when working in the engine compartment when
the engine is hot: you may get burned. Remember that when the
engine is hot, the fan may operate: danger of injury. Scarves, ties
and other loose clothing might be pulled by moving parts.
•The cooling system is pressurised. If necessary, only replace
the plug with another original or the operation of the system may
be adversely affected. Do not remove the reservoir plug when the
engine is hot: you risk scalding yourself.
•Do not travel with the windscreen washer fluid reservoir empty:
the windscreen washer is essential for improving visibility.
•Some commercial windscreen washer additives are flammable.
The engine compartment contains hot components which may
set it on fire.
•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.
•Symbol
πon the contain indicates a synthetic brake fluid,
which is different from a mineral fluid.
Use of a mineral type fluid will damage the special rubber seals of
the braking system beyond repair.
•Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Keep naked flames and sources of sparks away from
the battery: risk of explosion and fire. •Before towing, turn the ignition key to MAR and then to STOP
without removing it. The steering column will automatically lock
when the key is removed and the wheels cannot be steered.
•When towing, remember that without the help of the brake
servo and electric power steering, a greater effort is required on
the pedal and steering wheel.
•Do not use flexible cables when towing and avoid jerky
movements.
•During towing, make sure that the trailer hitch does not
damage any components it is touching.
•When towing the vehicle, you must comply with all specific
traffic regulations, both in terms of the towing device and
behaviour on the road.
•Do not start the engine while towing the car.
•The (front/rear) tow hook must be used exclusively for
roadside assistance operations.
You are allowed to tow the vehicle for short distances using an
appropriate device in accordance with the highway code (a rigid
bar), to move the vehicle on the road in readiness for towing or
transport via a breakdown vehicle.
The tow hook MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles off the road
or where there are obstacles and/or for towing operations using
cables or other non-rigid devices. In compliance with the above
conditions, towing must take place with the two vehicles (one
towing, the other towed) aligned as much as possible along the
same centre line.
38) ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL
•Never move the shift lever to neutral when driving with the
device active.
• In the event of device malfunction or failure, contact a Fiat
Dealership.