open bonnet FIAT 600 2007 1.G Owners Manual

51GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
BONNETTo open the bonnet:
1) Pull the lever shown infig. 74in
the direction of the arrow.
2)Press tab B as shown in fig. 75.
3) Lift the bonnet and release the
support rod B-fig. 76from its clip A.
4)Place the tip of the support rod
in recess C of the bonnet.Important. The bonnet
might fall violently if the
support rod is not posi-
tioned properly.
This should only be
done when the car is sta-
tionary.
Before opening the bon-
net, check the wind-
screen wiper arms are
not lifted from the windscreen.
When the engine is hot,
mind your hands when
working inside the engine
compartment to avoid burning
yourself. Never put your hands
near the fan: it could start up
even without the key in the
switch. Wait until the engine
cools down.
fig. 74
P4Q00025
fig. 75
P4Q01093
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52GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
Take care that scarves,
ties or loose clothing do
not accidentally come
near moving parts; they could
become entangled with serious
danger for the wearer. To close the bonnet:
1)keep the bonnet lid raised with
one hand and remove the rod B-
fig. 76from the recess with the other
Cthen secure it in its clip A.
2) lower the bonnet until approx. 20
cm from the engine compartment and
then let it drop, ensuring it is fully
closed and not just held in position by
the safety catch.
If the bonnet does not close properly
do not push it down but open it again
and repeat the above procedure.ROOF RACK/
SKI RACK
ANCHORING
ARRANGEMENT fig. 77
The anchoring seats for roof racks
are shown in the illustration.
The rear clips are to be secured in
the area immediately above the side
window rubbers.
Specific roof/ski racks are available in
the Fiat Lineaccessori range.
For safety reasons the
bonnet shall always be
perfectly closed when
travelling. Always check for
proper bonnet locking. If the bon-
net is left inadvertently open, stop
the car immediately and close the
bonnet.
fig. 76
P4Q00070
fig. 77
P4Q00071
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122CAR MAINTENANCE
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter season,
carefully clean the engine compart-
ment. Have this done at a garage. Leave the car in the open so that the
water can evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has
been parked in the sun or while the
bonnet is hot: it could take the shine
off the paint.
Outside plastic parts must be
cleaned following the usual car wash-
ing procedure.
Where possible avoid parking the
car under trees; the resinous sub-
stances that certain species of tree
shed dull the paintwork and increase
the possibility of rust forming.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings
must be washed off immediately and
with great care as their acid is partic-
ularly aggressive.Detergents pollute wa-
ter. The car must there-
fore be washed in an area
equipped for the collection and
purification of the liquids used
while washing.
IMPORTANTThe engine com-
partment should be washed while the
engine is cold and with the ignition key
at STOP. After washing, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rub-
ber boots and various guards) have
not be removed or damaged. To better protect the paintwork,
polish with specific protective wax.
When the paintwork tends to lose
its shine because of the build-up of
smog, use polish wax which has a
slightly abrasive as well as protective
action.
Windows
Use specific window cleaners to
clean the windows. Use very clean
cloths to avoid scratching the glass or
damaging its transparency.
IMPORTANT To prevent damage
to the electrical heater element, wipe
the inside of the heated rear window
gently in the same direction as the el-
ements.
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137INDEX
I I
N N
D D
E E
X X
ABS ............................................ 54
Accessories purchased by the
owner ......................................... 66
– Installation of electrical/
electronic devices .................... 67
– Radio transmitters and
mobile phones ...................... 67
Air filter ....................................... 113
Air recirculation ......................... 35
Ashtray ......................................... 42
Battery
– checking fluid level ............... 114
– jump starting .................. 84-101
– recharging .............................. 101
– replacing the battery ........... 114
– useful advice .......................... 115
– warning light for check ....... 115
Bodywork .................................... 124
Bonnet .......................................... 51
Boot
– extension ............................... 48
– opening ................................... 47
– securing the load .................. 49Brake fluid level .......................... 112
Brake lights .................................. 95
Brakes
– fluid level ................................ 112
– service and emergency ....... 126
Bulbs
– bulb replacement ................. 89
– exterior bulb replacement .. 92
– general information ............. 90
– interior bulb replacement .. 107
– types ....................................... 91Capacities .................................. 133
Car maintenance
– additional operations .......... 108
– annual inspection plan ......... 108
– scheduled servicing .............. 105
– service schedule ................... 106
Car parked .................................. 71
Car radio ..................................... 64
Carrying children in safety ..... 13
Ceiling (courtesy) light
– bulb replacement ................ 97– controls .................................. 39
Central locking ........................... 45
Cigar lighter ................................ 42
Clock.............................................. 24
Clutch ........................................... 127
CO
2emissions ........................... 136
Control buttons ......................... 40
Correct use of the vehicle ....... 70
Courtesy (ceiling) lights
– bulb replacement ................ 97
– controls .................................. 39
Courtesy light
– bulb replacement ................ 97
– controls .................................. 39
Dashboard ................................. 19
Dimensions ................................. 131
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 92
– controls .................................. 37
Directable, adjustable air vents 33
Direction indicators
– controls .................................. 38
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