170)Do not travel if the windscreen
washer reservoir is empty: using the
windscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Repeated operation of
the system without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some system
components.
171)Some commercial additives for
windscreen washer fluid are flammable.
The engine compartment contains hot
components which may start a fire.
172)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.
173)The symbol
, on the brake fluid
container indicates if a brake fluid is
synthetic or mineral-based. Use of mineral
type fluids will damage the special rubber
seals of the braking system beyond repair.
174)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Keep open flames away from the
battery and do not use objects that might
create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
175)Using the battery with insufficient fluid
irreparably damages the battery and may
cause an explosion.
176)When performing any operation on
the battery or near it, always protect your
eyes with special goggles.
IMPORTANT
80)Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are
not compatible with each other! Topping up
with an unsuitable fluid could severely
damage your vehicle.
81)The oil level must never exceed the
MAX. mark.
82)Always top up using engine oil of the
same specifications as that already in the
engine.
83)PARAFLU
UPprotective anti-freeze is
used in the engine cooling system. Use
fluid of the same type as that contained in
the cooling system for any top-ups.
PARAFLU
UPfluid cannot be mixed with
any other type of fluid. If this happens, do
not start the engine under any
circumstances and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
84)Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen,
immediately wash with water.
85)If the vehicle must remain unused for a
long time at a very low temperature,
remove the battery and take it to a warm
place, to avoid freezing.
86)Incorrect installation of electric and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your car. After purchasing your
vehicle, if you wish to install any
accessories (e.g. anti-theft, radio phone,
etc.), go to a Fiat Dealership, which will
suggest the most suitable devices and
advise you whether a higher capacity
battery needs to be installed.
IMPORTANT
3)The used engine oil and the filter that has
been replaced contain substances that are
harmful to the environment. To change the
oil and filters, we advise you to contact a
Fiat Dealership.
4)Used transmission fluid contains
substances that are harmful to the
environment. It is advisable to contact a
Fiat Dealership to have the fluid changed.
5)Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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sensor terminal D as shown;
turn on the battery charger. At the
end of the charging process, switch the
battery charger off;
after having disconnected the battery
charger, reconnect connector A to the
sensor C as shown.
SERVICING
PROCEDURES
87) 88) 89)
The following pages contain the rules
on therequiredmaintenance
envisaged by the technical personnel
who designed the vehicle.
In addition to these specific
maintenance instructions specified for
routine scheduled servicing, there are
other components which may require
intervention or replacements over the
vehicle’s life cycle.
ENGINE OIL
90)
Engine oil level check
To ensure correct engine lubrication, the
oil must always be kept at the
prescribed level (see "Engine
compartment" in this chapter).
AIR CLEANER
177)
Replacing the air cleaner
See the "Scheduled servicing plan" for
the correct servicing intervals.It is advisable to replace it with a
genuine spare part, designed especially
for this vehicle.
AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
91) 92)
To ensure the best possible
performance, the air conditioning
system must be checked and undergo
maintenance at a Fiat Dealership at the
beginning of the summer.
WINDOWS
When cleaning the heated windscreen
and rear window be careful, if the
defrosting function is active, regarding
the temperature of the glass; also make
sure that children do not come into
contact with the heated surface. The
glass may be hot.
Never use an abrasive detergent to
clean the surface of the windows.
Do not use scrapers or sharp items that
might scratch the windows.
Spray the detergent on the cloth to be
used for cleaning the rear view mirror.
Do not spray the detergent directly on
the glass.
Cleaning the window with hot water
could cause the removal of any labels.
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connect the positive cable (+) of the
battery charger to the positive battery
terminal E and the negative cable (–) to
INDEX
ABS (system)...............75
Active safety systems...........75
Adaptive Cruise Control........129
AdBlue® (additive top-up
procedure)...............148
AdBlue® (UREA) additive for
diesel emissions...........150
Airbag
Front airbags.............107
Side bags...............111
Airbags (SRS supplementary
restraint system)...........107
Alarm.....................14
Auto On Comfort........20,35,37
Automatic dual-zone climate
control system.............36
Automatic light control (AUTO
function).................26
Automatic main beam headlights . . .28
Automatic transmission.........119
Automatic transmission - key
removal.................173
Automatic transmission - lever
unlock..................172
Battery..................201
advice for extending its life.....201
replacement..............201
Battery recharging............203
Blind Spot Assist System........79Bodywork (cleaning and
maintenance).............209
Bonnet....................42
Boot.....................43
Boot (extension)..............20
Brake lights (bulb replacement). . . .156
Brakes
brake fluid level............200
Carrying children safely.........94
Changes/alterations to the car......5
Changing a wheel............163
Checking levels..............192
Child restraint systems..........94
Child safety device............18
Climate control system..........34
CO2 emissions..............235
Control buttons..............48
Control panel and on-board
instruments...............47
Courtesy lights...............28
Daytime running lights (DRL)......26
Dead Lock (device)............18
Dimensions................219
Dipped beam headlights.........26
Dipped/main beam headlights
(bulb replacement)..........155
Direction indicators............28
Display....................48
Doors.....................15Drive Mode Selector..........133
Driving assistance systems.......79
DST (system)................76
DTC (system)................75
Dual clutch automatic
transmission - lever unlock.....174
Dual clutch automatic
transmission - removing the
key....................175
Dual-clutch automatic
transmission..............122
Electric Parking Brake (EPB).....115
Electric sunroof..............40
Electric windows..............39
Electrically adjustable front seats....19
Electronic Cruise Control........128
Emergency starting...........170
Engine...................214
engine coolant level.........200
marking................213
Engine compartment..........192
Engine compartment (washing). . . .209
Engine oil
consumption.............200
level check..............200
EPB (Electric Parking Brake).....115
ERM (system)................77
ESC (system)................75
Exterior lights................25