suspension FIAT DOBLO COMBI 2011 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
SPECIFICA
TIONS
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
Setting the clock....................... 22
Side air bags (side bag -
window bag) ......... 130-131-132
– general warnings ............. 131
Side/taillights
– front bulb replacement ... 172
– rear bulb
replacement..............175-176
– switching on......................... 59
Sliding side doors ..................... 78
Smart washing
(windscreen wipers) ............. 61
Snow chains ........................... 141
Sockets ................................72-73
Spare wheel ........................... 228
– technical specifications .... 228
Spark plugs (type).................. 223
Speed block system .............. 102
Speedometer .....................14-19
Start&Stop system................. 104Starting and driving ............... 133
Steering lock and ignition
switch ........................................ 9
Steering wheel adjustment .... 39
Steering wheel levers ....... 59-61
Steering wheel lock.................... 9
Steering wheel
– adjustment lever ................ 39
– turning circle..................... 225
Steering
– steering wheel adjustment
lever ..................................... 39
– technical data ................... 225
Sun visors ................................. 75
Suspensions ............................ 225
Switching courtesy lights
on/off ....................................... 69
Symbols ....................................... 4Tailgate
– emergency opening from
the inside........................85-86
– opening with remote
control ............................... 6-7
Technical specifications. ....... 219
Third brake light.................... 176
Top speeds ............................. 229
Topping up the engine oil ... 202
– specifications .................... 247
Tow 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