suspension FIAT DOBLO COMBI 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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KNOW
YOUR
VEHICLE
SAFETY
STARTING
AND
DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING
AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒Where possible, avoid braking suddenly, wheel-spinning
and crashing into kerbs, potholes or other obstacles.
Long distances on uneven roads can damage the tyres;
❒check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides, swelling
or irregular tread wear. Go to a Fiat Dealership if re-
quired.
❒avoid overloading the car when travelling: this may cause
serious damage to the wheels and tyres;
❒if a tyre is punctured, stop the vehicle immediately and
change it to avoid damage to the tyre, the rim, and the
suspension and steering systems;
❒a tyre will age even if it is 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 per-
sonnel if they have been fitted for longer than six years.
Remember to check the spare wheel very carefully;
❒In case of replacement, always fit new tyres, avoidingWHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, including the spare, every
two weeks and before long journeys. The pressure should
be checked with the tyre rested and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase when the vehi-
cle is used; for the correct tyre inflation pressure, see
“Wheels” in the “Technical specifications” section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 185:
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 all cases, follow the laws in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
F0V0161mfig. 185
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SAFETY
STARTING
AND
DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING
AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Rack and pinion with hydraulic power steering
11.2 (*)/12.5 (
❑)
self-ventilated discs
drum
controlled by hand lever, acting on rear brakes
Independent McPherson type
Multi-link independent, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers
and anti-roll bar (according to version)
BRAKES
1.4 – 1.3 Multijet – 1.6 Multijet – 2.0 Multijet
Service brakes: front
rear
Parking brake
IMPORTANT Water, ice and salt on the roads may deposit on the brake discs, reducing braking efficiency the first time the
brakes are applied.
SUSPENSION
1.4 – 1.3 Multijet – 1.6 Multijet – 2.0 Multijet
Front
Rear
STEERING
1.4 – 1.3 Multijet – 1.6 Multijet – 2.0 Multijet
Type
Turning circle
(kerb to kerb)
(*) Short wheelbase (
❑) Long wheelbase
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KNOW
YOUR
VEHICLE
SAFETY
STARTING
AND
DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING
AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Steering
– steering wheel adjustment
lever ..................................... 39
– technical data ................... 225
Sun visors ................................. 75
Suspensions ............................ 225
Switching courtesy lights
on/off ....................................... 69
Symbols ....................................... 4
Tailgate
– emergency opening from
the inside........................85-86
– opening with remote
control ............................... 6-7
Technical specifications ....... 219
Technical specifications. ....... 219
Third brake light.................... 176
Top speeds ............................. 229
Topping up the engine oil ... 202
– specifications .................... 247Tow hook
– installation ................189-190
Towing the vehicle ............... 189
Towing trailers ...................... 139
Trailer (towing) .............189-190
– installing the tow
hook ..........................189-190
Transmission
– technical data ................... 224
Trip computer ......................... 28
Turning circle.......................... 225
Tyres pressure ...................... 229
Tyres
– changing a wheel ............. 156
– Fix&GO automatic quick
tyre repair kit ................... 163
– in the event
of a puncture .................... 156
– inflation pressure ............ 229
– reading the symbols
correctly....................226-227– Rim protector .................. 227
– snow chains ...................... 141
– snow tyres ................140-228
– storing tools and space saver
wheel..........................158-159
– tyre and wheel types ....... 228
– winter ................................ 228
Using the gearbox ................. 136
Vehicle data ........................... 219
Vehicle dimensions ........ 230-231
Vehicle inactivity.................... 142
Vehicle performance ............ 229
Vehicle weights ..................... 233
VIN plates ............................... 219
Warning lights and
messages ............................... 143
Washer fluid for wind-
screen/rearscreen/headlamps
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