tyre pressure FIAT BRAVO 2012 2.G Owner's Manual

WHEELS AND TYRESBefore long trips, and every two weeks, check the
tyre and space-saver wheel inflation pressure (for
versions/markets, where provided). Check the tyres
when cold.
While driving the car, the pressure increases under
standard conditions: for the correct tyre inflation
pressure, see "Wheels" paragraph in the "Technical
specifications" chapter.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear
fig. 211:
A normal pressure: tread evenly worn;
B low pressure: tread particularly worn at the
edges;
C high pressure: tread particularly worn in the
centre.The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less
than 1.6 mm thick. In any case, follow the laws
in force in the country where you are driving.
IMPORTANT
Take the following precautions to prevent damage
to the tyres:
❒avoid braking suddenly, racing starts and violent
impact against the curb, potholes or other
obstacles and driving for extended periods on
uneven road surfaces;
❒periodically check that the tyres have no cuts in
the side wall, abnormal swelling or irregular tyre
wear;
❒avoid travelling with the car overloaded. If you
have a puncture, stop immediately and change
the tyre;
❒tyres age even if they are not used much. Cracks
in the tread rubber and at the sides are a sign of
ageing. In any case, if the tyres have been on
the car for over 6 years, they should be checked
by specialised personnel. Also remember to
check the space-saver wheel very carefully (for
versions/markets, where provided);
❒change the position of the tyres every 10-15
thousand kilometres, keeping them on the same
side of the car to avoid inverting the rotation
direction;
fig. 211
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❒In the case of replacement, always fit new tyres,
avoiding those of dubious origin;
❒if a tyre is changed, also change the inflation
valve.

WARNING
The road holding qualities of the car
also depend on the correct inflation
pressure of the tyres.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low the tyre
overheats and can be seriously
damaged.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the tyres, moving
them from the right of the car to the
left and vice versa.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C.The
mechanical properties of the wheels could be
impaired.
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TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE WHEN COLD (bar)
Ty r e sNo load/medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear
1.4 16V195/65 R15 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
205/55 R16 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91W 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
1.4 T-JET 120 HP - 1.4 Turbo
MultiAir195/65 R15 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
205/55 R16 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91W 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/40 R18 92V 2.6 2.6 2.9 2.9
1.6 MultiJet195/65 R15 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
205/55 R16 91H 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91W 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/40 R18 92V 2.6 2.6 2.9 2.9
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Ty r e sNo load/medium load Full load
Front Rear Front Rear
2.0 MultiJet195/65 R15 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
205/55 R16 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91V 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/45 R17 91W 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6
225/40 R18 92V 2.6 2.6 2.9 2.9
Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed pressure when the tyres are warm.
Recheck pressure value with cold tyres. With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the pressure value prescribed
for standard tyres.
When travelling at speeds above 160 km/h, inflate the tyres to the values specified for fully laden
conditions.
The TPMS is not fitted with 195/65 R15 91H tyres.
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Steering lock ................................. 22
Steering system ........................... 259
Steering wheel .............................. 50
Storage compartments .......... 86-88
Storing the car ............................. 165
Sun roof ......................................... 90
Sun visors ...................................... 88
Suspension .................................... 259
Switching off the climate
control system ........................... 70
Switching on the climate
control system ........................... 66Technical data............................. 252
The keys ......................................... 9
Third brake light.......................... 202
Top speed ..................................... 270
Towing the car ............................. 221
Towing trailers ............................. 161
Transmission ................................ 258
TRIP button .................................. 45
Trip computer
– TRIP button ............................. 45
– Trip Computer........................ 44
– Trip Computer values ........... 44
Tyres
– correct tyre reading .............. 261– Fix&Go Automatic (kit)....... 188
– inflation pressures ................. 267
– snow tyres .............................. 262
– tyres provided ........................ 262
Tyres - maintenance ................... 243
U
niversal Isofix (child seat) ..... 144
Universal seats (compliance
for use) ........................................ 142
Using the gearbox....................... 158
Volume sensing/Anti-lift
protection ................................... 19W
arning lights on panel ........... 166
Washer fluid for
windscreen/rear
window/headlights .................... 238
Weights and loads....................... 271
Wheel rims
– correct reading of the
wheel rim ................................ 262
– dimensions .............................. 262
– rims and tyres ........................ 260
Wheels and tyres
– changing a wheel.................... 182
– Fix&Go Automatic (kit)....... 188
– spare wheel............................. 260
– tyre inflation pressure .......... 267– Wheels and tyres .................. 243
Window cleaning ......................... 74
Windows (cleaning).................... 249
Windscreen washer nozzles..... 246
Windscreen washer/wiper ........ 74
Windscreen wiper
– blades ....................................... 245
– blades replacement ............ 245
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