ground FIAT PUNTO EVO 2010 1.G Owners Manual

INSTRUMENTS
Instrument background colour and type may vary ac-
cording to the version.
SPEEDOMETER fig. 14
This shows the speed of the vehicle.
REV COUNTER fig. 15
The rev counter shows the number of engine revolutions
per minute.
IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system
gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine is over-
revving, resulting in a gradual loss of engine power.
When the engine is idling, the rev counter may indicate a
gradual or sudden increase of the rate.
This is normal and does not indicate a fault. It may becaused, for example, by the operation of the climate con-
trol system or fan. In these cases, a slow change in revs is
used to protect the battery charge.
FUEL GAUGE fig. 16
This shows the amount of fuel left in the tank.
E tank empty.
F tank full.
The reserve warning light A comes on to indicate that
approximately 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
Do not travel with the fuel tank almost empty: the gaps
in fuel delivery could damage the catalyst.
See the description in the “Refuelling” paragraph.
IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and warning light
A will blink to indicate a fault in the system. If this is the
case, go to a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.
fig. 15F0U0015mfig. 14F0U0014m
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SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The driver can tell the ABS system has come into action
because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and the system
gets noisier: it means that the vehicle speed should be al-
tered to suit the type of road surface.ABS SYSTEM
If you have never driven a vehicle with ABS before, it is ad-
visable to perform a few tests on slippery ground, always
in safe conditions and respecting the highway code of the
country where you are driving. Read the following infor-
mation carefully.
This system, which is an integral part of the braking sys-
tem, prevents one or more wheels from locking and skid-
ding on all road surface conditions, irrespective of the in-
tensity of the braking action, ensuring that the vehicle can
be controlled even during emergency braking.
The system is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking Force
Distribution), which distributes the braking action between
the front and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT For the maximum efficiency of the braking
system, a bedding-in period of about 500 km is needed (for
a new vehicle or after having replaced the brake
pads/discs): during this period it is better to avoid sharp,
repeated and prolonged braking.
The ABS system gets the most out of the
available grip but it cannot improve it.
Therefore, you should take great care when
driving on slippery surfaces: don’t take unneces-
sary risks.
WARNING
If the ABS cuts in, it is a sign that the grip
between tyre and the road surface has
reached the limit: you must slow down to match
the speed to the road grip available.
WARNING
FAILURE INDICATIONS
ABS failure
ABS failure is indicated by warning light >coming on on
the instrument panel together with the dedicated message
on the multifunction display (where provided), (see “Warn-
ing lights and messages”).
In this case, the braking system will work as normal, but
without the extra capacity offered by the ABS system. Dri-
ve carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the sys-
tem checked.
EBD failure
EBD failure is indicated by warning lights >and xcom-
ing on on the instrument panel together with the dedicated
message on the multifunction display (where provided),
(see section “Warning lights and messages”).
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TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)
(for versions/markets where provided)
The car may be equipped with a tyre pressure monitor-
ing system. This system comprises a radio frequency trans-
mitter fitted to each wheel (on the rim inside the tyre),
which is able to send information on the pressure of each
tyre to the control unit.
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It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifications (e.g. in-
stallaing an anti-theft device). This could badly af-
fect performance and safety, invalidate the war-
ranty and also result in the non-compliance of the
car with regulations.
WARNING
Take the greatest of care when checking
or topping up the tyre pressures. If the
pressure is too high, road hold is compromised,
there is more demand on the suspension and
wheels, and the tyres wear abnormally.
WARNING
Tyre pressure should be checked when the
tyres are rested and cold; if, for whatever
reason, you check the pressure when the tyres are
hot, do not reduce the pressure even if it is high-
er than the recommended value, but check again
when the tyres are cold.
WARNING
Before carrying out any maintenance op-
eration, switch off the engine and remove
the ignition key to activate the steering lock. This
is particularly important if the vehicle’s wheels are
raised from 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.
WARNING
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Repair and refit the standard wheel as
soon as possible. Do not apply grease to
the bolt threads before assembly: they might spon-
taneously unscrew.
WARNING
The jack may be used to replace wheels
only on the car which it equips or other
cars of the same model. Never use the jack for
other purposes, such as lifting other models. Nev-
er use the jack to carry out repairs under the car.
Incorrect positioning of the jack may cause the
car to fall. Do not use the jack for loads higher
than the one shown on its label.
WARNING
If the hub cap is not fitted correctly, it may
come off when the car is travelling. Nev-
er tamper with the inflation valve. Never intro-
duce tools of any kind between the rim and the
tyre. Check tyre and spare wheel pressures regu-
larly, referring to the values shown in the “Tech-
nical specifications” section.
WARNING
Important notes:
❒the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks, it must be re-
placed with the same type;
❒no tool other than its cranking device may be fitted on
the jack.
To change a tyre, proceed as follows:
❒stop the car where it is not a danger to other road users
and you can replace the wheel safely. The ground should
be flat and solid;
❒turn the engine off and engage the handbrake;
❒engage first gear or reverse;
❒wear the reflective safety jacket (compulsory by law in
certain countries) before getting out of the car;
❒open the boot and lift the carpet or remove the cargo
box (for versions/markets where provided);
❒ unscrew the locking device A-fig. 151;
❒take out the tool container C-fig. 151 and put it along-
side the wheel to be changed;
❒take out the spare wheel B-fig. 151;
❒loosen the bolts of the wheel to be replaced by about
one turn with the wrench provided E-fig. 152; if you
have alloy wheels, rock the car to make it easier to sep-
arate the rim from the wheel hub;
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F0U0133mfig. 151F0U0136mfig. 153
F0U0135mfig. 152
❒fit the handle L-fig. 153 to operate the jack and lift the
car until the wheel is several centimetres off the ground;
❒for versions with hub caps, remove the cap after un-
screwing the 3 fastening bolts and then unscrew the
fourth bolt L-fig. 154 and remove the wheel;
❒operate device F-fig. 153 to extend the jack until the top
of the jack G-fig. 153 fits correctly into jacking point
H-fig. 153;
❒warn anybody nearby that the car is about to be lifted.
They must stay clear and not touch the car until it is back
on the ground;
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F0U0282mfig. 204 – 1.2 and 1.4 8vversions
ENGINE OIL fig. 204-205-206-207
Check the oil level a few minutes (about 5) after the en-
gine has stopped, with the car parked on level ground.
The oil level should be between the MIN and MAX marks
on the dipstick B.
The gap between the MIN and MAX marks corresponds
to about 1 litre of oil.
If the oil level is near or under the MIN line, add oil through
the filler A until it reaches the MAX line.
The oil level should never exceed the MAX line.
F0U0284mfig. 206 – 1.3 Multijet version
F0U0283mfig. 205 – 1.4 Multi Air versions
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
The maximum engine oil consumption is usually 400 grams
every 1,000 km.
During the initial period of usage for the vehicle, the en-
gine is bedding in, therefore the engine oil consumption
may settle down only after the first 5,000 – 6,000 km.
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