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Change engine oil and oil filter (1.0 and 1.3 versions)(5)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (1.4 Turbo Multi Air
versions)(6) (O) (●)
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Replace spark plugs (1.0 and 1.3 versions)(7)●●
Replace starter spark plug (1.4 Turbo Motor Air
versions)(7)●●●●●
Replace accessory drive belt/s(3)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.4 Turbo Multi Air
versions only)(3)
Change the brake fluid(8)
Replace air cleaner cartridge(9)
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(5) 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 cases, never exceed 1 year.
(6) If the car's annual mileage is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and filter must be replaced every year. (O) Recommended operations
(●) Obligatory operations
(7) To guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to 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 plug
replacement intervals in the Scheduled Servicing Plan. It is advisable to contact a FIAT Dealership for plug replacement. (3) The maximum mileage is 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is used in heavy conditions (dusty
areas, cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the
mileage.
(8) Brake fluid is to be replaced every 2 years regardless of the distance travelled.
(9) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.
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Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)
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Check windscreen and rear window wiper blade
position/wear●●●●●
Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front and rear disc
brake pads and integrity of pad wear indicator●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)(4)●●
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without
automatic tensioner)●●
Visually inspect condition of toothed timing drive belt
(excluding 1.3 Multijet 16V version)(4)●●
Check drive transmission idler unit (PTU) oil level (except
2.0 Multijet 4x4 versions)●●
(4) The maximum mileage is 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is used in heavy conditions (dusty
areas, cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the
mileage.
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Check oil level of electro-hydraulic actuator and top up, if
necessary (1.6 Multijet versions with dual-clutch automatic
transmission)(5)
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Check rear differential fluid level (2.0 Multijet 4x4 versions)●●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter(6)
Replace accessory drive belt/s(4)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (excluding 1.3 Multijet
16V versions)(4)
Replace fuel filter cartridge(7)
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Replace air cleaner cartridge(8)●●●●●
Change the brake fluid(9)
(5) Check to be carried out every year for cars on the road in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).
(6) 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. Where the car is used mostly in urban settings you need to replace the engine oil
filter every year. (4) The maximum mileage is 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is used in heavy conditions (dusty
areas, cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the
mileage.
(7) If the vehicle runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 20,000 km
(8) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 20,000 km.
(9) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
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