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BATTERY
RECHARGING
IMPORTANT The battery recharging
procedure is given as information only.
You are advised to contact a Fiat
Dealership to have this operation
carried out.
We recommend recharging the battery
slowly for approximately 24 hours at
low amperage. Charging for a longer
time may damage the battery.
To recharge, proceed as follows:
without Start&Stop system:
disconnect the terminal from the
negative battery pole;
connect the charger cables to the
battery terminals, observing the polarity;
turn on the battery charger;
when it is recharged, turn the
charger off before disconnecting it from
the battery;
reconnect the terminal to the
negative battery pole.with Start&Stop system: fig. 177
(for versions/markets, where provided)
disconnect the quick release
negative terminal A from the dummy
negative terminal B; this is because
a battery status monitoring sensor IBS
D is fitted on the negative battery
terminal C and should never be
disconnected except for when the
battery is actually replaced;
connect the positive cable of the
charger to the positive pole E of the
battery and the negative cable to the
dummy negative terminal B;
turn on the battery charger;
when you have recharged, turn the
charger off before disconnecting it from
the battery;
after disconnecting the charger,
reconnect the negative quick release
negative terminal A from the dummy
pole B.with Start&Stop (RADSOK) system:
fig. 178
(for versions/markets, where provided)
disconnect the connector A (by
pressing button B) from IBS sensor C
for monitoring the status of the battery
installed on the negative pole D of
the battery itself;
connect the positive cable to the
positive battery terminal E and the
negative terminal to the IBS sensor F as
shown in fig. 178;
turn on the battery charger;
switch the charger off after
recharging;
after having disconnected the
charger, reconnect connector A to IBS
sensor C as shown in fig. 178.
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IMPORTANT The cables of the
electrical system must be correctly
reconnected to the battery, i.e. the
positive cable (+) to the positive
terminal and the negative cable (–) to
the negative terminal. The battery
terminals are marked with the positive
(+) and negative (–) symbols, and are
shown on the battery cover. The battery
terminals must also be corrosion-free
and firmly secured to the terminals. If a
"quick-type" battery charger is used
with the battery fitted on the car,
disconnect both battery leads before
connecting it. Do not use a "quick-type"
battery charger to provide the starting
voltage.
150) 151)
WARNING
150)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with your skin and
eyes. The battery should be charged in a
well ventilated place, away from naked
flames or possible sources of sparks:
danger of explosion and fire.151)Do not attempt to charge a frozen
battery: it must be thawed first, otherwise it
may explode. If freezing has occurred, the
battery should be checked by skilled
personnel to make sure that the internal
elements are not damaged and that the
body is not cracked, with the risk of leaking
poisonous and corrosive acid.
WINDSCREEN /
REAR WINDOW
WIPERS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
152)
Replacing the
windscreen wiper
blades
Proceed as follows:
lift up the windscreen wiper arm and
position the blade so that it forms a
90° angle with the arm;
press tabs A fig. 179 and remove
the blade from the arm;
install the new blade by inserting the
straps into the supplied housings of
the arm. Make sure that the new blade
is secured in position.
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Replacing the rear
window wiper blade
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Proceed as follows:
raise the cover A fig. 180 and
remove the arm from the vehicle by
loosening nut B that fastens it to the
pivot pin;
correctly position the new arm and
tighten the nut fully;
lower the cover.
WARNING
152)Driving with worn windscreen wiper
blades is a serious hazard, because
visibility is reduced in bad weather
conditions.
LIFTING THE
VEHICLE
If the vehicle needs to be lifted, go to a
Fiat Dealership which is equipped
with the arm hoist or workshop lift.
WHEELS AND TYRES
RIMS AND TYRES
For the type of wheel rims and tyres
fitted on the vehicle see the "Wheels"
paragraph in the "Technical data"
chapter.
IMPORTANT NOTES
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 tyre tread wear.
Go to 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;
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tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread and on
the sidewalls are a sign of ageing. In
any event, have the tyres checked
by specialised technicians 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
unknown origin;
if a tyre is changed, also change 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.
153) 154) 155) 156)
SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations of
each country. The snow chains may be
applied only onto the front wheel (drive
wheels). Check the tension of the
snow chains after the first few metres
have been driven.
157)
WARNING
153)Remember that the road holding
qualities of your vehicle also depend on the
correct inflation pressure of the tyres.
154)If tyre pressure is too low, the tyre
may overheat and be severely damaged as
a result.
155)Do not switch tyres from the
righthand side of the vehicle to the
lefthand side, and vice versa.
156)Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
157)Keep the vehicle's speed down when
snow chains are fitted; never exceed 50
km/h. Avoid potholes, do not drive over
steps or pavements, and do not drive long
distances over roads without snow, to
avoid damaging both your vehicle and the
road surface.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Everything you may find useful for
understanding how your vehicle
is made and works is contained in this
chapter and illustrated with data, tables
and graphics. For the enthusiasts and
the technician, but also just for those
who want to know every detail of their
vehicle.IDENTIFICATION DATA....................164
ENGINE ..........................................167
WHEELS .........................................169
DIMENSIONS ..................................171
PERFORMANCE .............................175
WEIGHTS AND LOADS...................176
REFUELLING ..................................178
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............182
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND CO2
EMISSIONS ....................................186
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING
THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF
ITS LIFE ..........................................187
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IDENTIFICATION
DATA
It is advisable to take note of the
identification codes. Identification codes
are printed and shown on the plates
as indicated below, together with the
positions fig. 181:
AVehicle summary identification and
paintwork plate
BChassis marking
CEngine markingVEHICLE SUMMARY
IDENTIFICATION AND
PAINTWORK PLATE
This is stuck on the driver's door pillar
and shows the following data fig. 182:
AName of manufacturer
BType-approval number
CVehicle type identification code
DMaximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden
EMaximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden plus trailer
FMaximum permitted weight on first
axle (front)
GMaximum permitted weight on
second axle (rear)
HEngine type
IBodywork version code
LSpare part number
MBodywork colour code
NCorrect smoke coefficient value.IDENTIFICATION DATA
(For versions/markets, where provided)
Identification codes are printed and
shown on the plates as indicated
below, together with the positions fig.
183:
AVehicle identification number (VIN)
plate
BChassis marking
CBodywork paint identification plate
DEngine marking
181F0T0175
VERSIONE-VERSION
N° PER RICAMBI
N° FOR SPARES
MADE IN TURKEY
MOTORE-ENGINECODICE COLORE/PAINT
2 - 1 -
Kg
Kg
Kg
Kg
182F0V0725
183F0T0320
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
This is applied on the rear part of the
vehicle and contains the following data
fig. 184:
AName of manufacturer
BType-approval number
CVehicle type identification code
DProgressive chassis number
EMaximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden
FMaximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden plus trailer.
GMaximum permitted weight on first
axle (front)
HMaximum permitted weight on
second axle (rear)
IEngine type
LBodywork version code
MSpare part number
NSmoke opacity index (for diesel
engines)
CHASSIS MARKING
This is printed on the passenger
compartment floor, near the right front
seat.
Slide the hatch A fig. 185 forward to
access.
The marking includes:
type of vehicle;
chassis serial number.
BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
(For versions/markets, where provided)
This plate is applied inside the bonnet
and shows the following data fig. 186:
APaint manufacturer
BName
CFiat colour code
DRespray and touch up codeENGINE MARKING
It is stamped on the cylinder block and
includes the type and the engine serial
number.
CYLINDER MARKING
42)
Each methane cylinder is identified in
the plant by information stamped on
the cylinder cone.
This stamp contains:
CNG ONLY(type of gas which it is
designed for: compressed natural
gas only);
DO NOT USE AFTER XX-XXXX
(cylinder expiry date: month - year);
FABER(the name of the cylinder
manufacturer);
XX/XXXX/XXX(serial number of
the cylinder);
XX L(rated capacity of the cylinder
in litres);
184F0T0011
185F0T0084
186F0T0012
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XX KG(weight of the cylinder in kg:
specific to each cylinder);
20.0MPa 15°C(operating pressure
at 15 °C);
30.0MPa(tested pressure of
cylinder);
EX110R- (ECE type approval
number);
ECE R 110(manufacturing
regulation);
CNG-1(type of cylinder);
XX/XXXX(cylinder manufacturing
commissioning date: month/year);
USE ONLY FABER-APPROVED
PRD(PRD safety device warning);
(–N)(ENI punching).
The other plates (provided with the
vehicle documentation) contain the date
for the first inspection of the cylinders.SYSTEM INSPECTION
The cylinders must be inspected, in
accordance with ECE Regulation
Procedure no. 110, every 4 years from
the vehicle registration date or in
accordance with specific regulations in
individual countries.
WARNING
42)If the vehicle has been registered in a
country other than Italy, the certification
data, identification and inspection
procedures for the methane cylinders
should conform to the legislation in that
country. In any case, it should be
remembered that the life of the cylinders is
20 years from the production date as set
out in ECE Regulation no. 110.
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