engine oil FIAT IDEA 2009 1.G Owners Manual

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Adjust the button volume
(Button Vol.)
This function is used to set the volume of
the roger-beep accompanying the activa-
tion of buttons MODE, +e –through 8
levels.
To set the desired volume, proceed as fol-
lows:
– briefly press button MODE: the previ-
ously set volume “level” starts flashing on
the display;
– press button +or –to set;
– briefly press button MODEto go back
to the menu screen or press the button
for a prolonged time to go back to the
standard screen without storing the set-
tings.
S.B.R. buzzer reactivation (Belt
Buzzer) (where provided)
This function can be only displayed after a
Fiat Dealership has deactivated the S.B.R.
system (see paragraph “S.B.R. system” in
section “Safety devices”).The indications will appear more fre-
quently where there are 200 km left. For
1.3 Multijet versions, refer to the “Service
Schedule” in the “Maintenance and care”
chapter for replacing the air cleaner, the
engine oil and the engine oil filter. The in-
dication will appear in kilometres or miles
according to the settings. When the next
scheduled service operation is approach-
ing, the message “Service” will appear on
the display followed by the number of kilo-
metres or miles left when the key is
turned to MAR. The “Service Schedule”
information is provided with kilometres
(km)/miles (mi) or days (dd), according to
the deadline which appears first. Go to a
Fiat Dealership where the “Scheduled Ser-
vice” operations will be performed and the
message will be reset. Scheduled Servicing (Service)
This function may be used to display in-
formation connected to proper car ser-
vicing in terms of kilometres or days.
This information can be consulted as fol-
lows:
–briefly press button MODE: service in
km or mi, according to previous setting,
will be displayed (see paragraph “Units”);
– press button +or –to set deadline in
days;
– briefly press button MODEto go back
to the menu screen or hold the button
pressed to go back to the standard screen.
Note The “Service Schedule” requires the
car to be services every 20,000 km (or
equivalent distance in miles) or once a
year. This message will appear automati-
cally with key at MARafter 2,000 km (or
equivalent distance in miles) or 30 before
the deadline and will appear every 200 km
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ACCESSORIES
PURCHASED BY THE
OWNER
If after buying the car, you decide to install
electrical accessories that require a per-
manent electric supply (alarm, satellite an-
titheft system, etc.) or accessories that in
any case burden the electric supply, con-
tact Fiat Dealership, whose qualified per-
sonnel, besides suggesting the most suit-
able devices belonging to Lineaccessori Fi-
at, will also evaluate the overall electric
consumption, checking whether the car’s
electric system is able to withstand the
load required, or whether it needs to be
integrated with a more powerful battery.
INSTALLING
ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
DEVICES
Electrical and electronic devices installed
after buying the car by after-market ser-
vice must carry the following label:
Fiat Auto S.p.A. authorises the installation
of transceiving devices provided that they
are installed by a specialised centre ac-
cording to rules of good engineering prac-
tice in compliance with the manufacturer’s
indications.IMPORTANT Traffic police may not allow
the car on the road in the event of as-
sembly of devices which imply modifica-
tions to the features of the car. This may
also cause lapse of warranty in relation to
faults caused by the change or either di-
rectly or indirectly related to it.
Fiat Auto S.p.A. shall not be liable for dam-
age caused by the installation of acces-
sories either not supplied or recom-
mended by Fiat Auto S.p.A. and/or not in-
stalled in compliance with the provided in-
structions.
RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND
CELLULAR PHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: e-tacs
mobile phones, HAM radio systems and
the like) shall not be used inside the car
unless a separate aerial is mounted on the
roof.
IMPORTANT The use of similar devices
inside the passenger compartment (with-
out separated aerial) produces radio-fre-
quency electromagnetic fields which, am-
plified by the resonance effects inside the
passenger compartment, may cause elec-
trical systems equipping the car to mal-
function. This could compromise safety in
addition to constituting a potential hazard
for the passengers.
In addition, transmission and reception of
these devices may be affected by the
shielding effect of the car body.As concerns EC-approved mobile phones
(GSM, GPRS, UMTS), strictly comply with
the instructions for use provided by the
mobile phone’s manufacturer.
Be very careful when fitting
non-standard additional
spoilers, light alloy wheels or wheel
caps: they could reduce brake venti-
lation and consequently brake effi-
ciency in the case of repeated, violent
braking or on long downhill roads.
Make sure that nothing obstructs the
pedal stroke (mats, etc.)
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RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
vehicle down and lower the amount of
toxic emissions released into the atmo-
sphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedu-
le”.
Tyres
Check tyre pressure regularly, at least on-
ce every four weeks: excessively low pres-
sure will increase fuel consumption be-
cause rolling resistance will be higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof after use. These accessories de-
crease aerodynamic penetration of the car
and have a negative effect on consumption.
It is better to use a trailer to transport
particularly bulky objects.
Electrical devices
Use electrical devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The climate control system requires hi-
gher fuel consumption (up to +20% in ave-
rage): use the air vents when the exter-
nal temperature allows to.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and fuel
consumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine up with the car
standing: the engine warms up very slowly
in these conditions, increasing fuel con-
sumption and emissions. It is advisable to
start off immediately and slowly keeping
the engine speed down: the engine will
warm up much faster this way.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when starting at traffic
lights or before stopping the engine. The
latter action, like doubling the clutch, is un-
necessary and causes increase of con-
sumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear as soon as traffic and
road conditions allow. Using a low gear
for faster acceleration will increase fuel
consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
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GENERAL WARNINGS ...................................................... 124
LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL ............................................... 124
HANDBRAKE APPLIED ...................................................... 124
AIRBAG FAILURE ................................................................. 124
HOT ENGINE COOLANT ............................................... 125
LOW BATTERY CHARGE................................................. 125
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE -
EXHAUSTED OIL .............................................................. 126
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
SYSTEM ................................................................................... 126
DOOR OPEN ........................................................................ 126
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED ........................................ 126
EBD FAILURE......................................................................... 127
EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE ............................ 127
FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATED ......... 128
ABS FAILURE ......................................................................... 128
FUEL RESERVE....................................................................... 128
GLOW PLUGS ...................................................................... 129
GLOW PLUG FAILURE ...................................................... 129
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER ..................................... 129
CAR PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE - FIAT CODE ...................................................... 129
REAR FOG LIGHTS ............................................................. 129
GENERIC INDICATION .................................................... 130
WORN BRAKE PADS ......................................................... 131
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OBSTRUCTED PARTICULATE TRAP ............................ 131
SIDE/TAIL LIGHTS AND
DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS - FOLLOW ME HOME 131
FOG LIGHTS ......................................................................... 131
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ....................... 131
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ................... 131
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
SYSTEM ON .......................................................................... 132
CRUISE CONTROL ............................................................ 132
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS............................................... 132
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD.................................................. 132
LIMITED RANGE .................................................................. 132

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LOW ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE (red)
EXHAUSTED OIL (red)
(Multijet versions with
DPF)
Low engine oil pressure
When the ignition key is moved to MAR,
the warning light turns on and should go
out as soon as the engine is started.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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Exhausted oil
The warning light turns on and flashes
along with the message on the display
when the system detects that the engine
oil is exhausted.
After the first indication, at each engine
starting the warning light
vwill go on
flashing for about 60 seconds and then
every 2 hours until oil is changed.“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEM
(red)
This warning light comes on when the igni-
tion key is turned to MAR, but it should
go off after a few seconds.
The electric power steering system will
not work when the warning light is on and
considerably more effort is needed on the
steering wheel. The car can still be stee-
red: Go to a Fiat Dealership.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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DOOR OPEN (red)
On certain versions the war-
ning light turns on when one or
more doors or the tailgate are
not properly closed.
The display will show a dedicated messa-
ge.
A buzzer will sound when doors/tailgate
are open and the car is moving.
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SEAT BELTS
REMINDER
(red) (where provided)
The warning light on the display
will light up when the car is moving and
the driver’s seat belt is not correctly fa-
stened. The warning light will blink and a
buzzer will sound if the front seat belts are
not correctly fastened. The buzzer of the
S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) system can
only be switched off by a Fiat Dealership.
The system can be reactivated by means
of the setup menu.
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If the warning light vturns on when travelling
(with the message on the display)
stop the car immediately and contact
Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
If warning light vflashes,
contact Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have oil changed
and instrument panel warning light
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GENERIC INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in
the following circumstances.
Exterior lights failure
The warning light will come on (some ver-
sions only) when a fault to one of the fol-
lowing lights is detected:
–side/taillights
– brake lights (excluding third brake light)
–rear fog lights
–direction indicators
– number plate lights.
The fault may be caused by: one or more
burnt lamps, a blow protection fuse or in-
terruption of the electrical connection.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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Obstructed particulate trap
(where provided)
The warning light turns on when the die-
sel particulate trap is clogged and the dri-
ving conditions do not enable to activate
automatically the regeneration procedu-
re.
To allow the regeneration procedure,
keep the car running until the warning li-
ght turns off.
The display will show a dedicated messa-
ge.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when failure
is detected in parking sensors. Go to a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.Rain/dusk sensor failure
The warning light comes on when a du-
sk/rain sensor failure is detected. Go to
a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show a dedicated messa-
ge.
Fuel cut-off switch tripped
The warning light comes on when the fuel
cut-off switch trips.
The display will show a dedicated messa-
ge.
Speed limit exceeded
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage when the car exceeds the set speed
limit (see “Multifunctional Display” in sec-
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Thousands of kilometres
Check handbrake stroke adjustment
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness (Multijet engines).
Check emissions in exhaust (petrol versions)
Replace fuel filter (Multijet versions)
Replace air cleaner filter (petrol versions)
Replace air cleaner filter (diesel versions) (❏❒)
Top up fluids (engine coolant, brakes,
battery, windscreen washer, etc.)
Check timing belt conditions (■)
Replace timing belt (*) (■)
Replace timing belt and (1.6 Multijet versions) (*)
Replace auxiliary drive belt
Replace spark plugs (petrol versions)
Check operation of engine management systems
(using diagnostic socket)
Replace engine oil and oil filter (petrol versions)
Change engine oil and oil filter (Multijet versions with DPF) (**)
Change engine oil and oil filter (Multijet versions without DPF) (▲)
Change brake fluid (or every two years)
Replace pollen filter (or once a year).
(*) Or every 4 years if the vehicle is used in one of the following particularly demanding conditions:
- prolonged use in cold/hot climates,
- city use with long standing with engine idling,
- use on particular dusty roads or roads sprinkled with sand and/or salt.
Or every five years regardless of mileage and conditions of use of the car.
(**) The engine oil and the filter must be changed when instrument panel warning light comes on (see “Warning lights and messages” chap-
ter) or however every 2 years.
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❏) Every 30,000 km for 1.3 Multijet versions.
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■) Excluding 1.3 Multijet and 1.6 Multijet versions.
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YEARLY INSPECTION
PLAN
The following yearly inspection plan is re-
commended for cars clocking less than
20,000 km a year (e.g. approximately
15.000 km):
❒check tyre conditions/wear and pres-
sure (included spare wheel)
❒check lighting system operation (head-
lights, direction indicators, hazard li-
ghts, boot, passenger compartment,
instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
❒check windscreen wiper/washer
(nozzle direction and blade wear)
❒check front disk brake pad conditions
and wear;
❒visually inspect the conditions of: en-
gine, gearbox, flexible and stiff piping
(exhaust, fuel feed, brakes), rubber
parts (boots, sleeves, bushings, etc.)
❒check cleanness of locks, bonnet and
boot and lever cleanness and lubrica-
tion
❒check battery charge;
❒visually check the various drive belt
conditions;
❒check and top up liquids if required
(engine coolant, brakes, windscreen
washer, battery, etc.)
❒change engine oil;
❒change engine oil filter;
❒change pollen filter (where provided).
ADDITIONAL
INTERVENTIONS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys,
check and, if necessary, top up:
❒engine coolant fluid level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre pressure and conditions.
Every 3,000 km check and, if necessary,
top up: engine oil level.
You are recommended to use FL Selenia
products, designed and produced specifi-
cally for Fiat cars (see table “Capacities”
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IMPORTANT - Engine oil
Should prevailing use of the car be under
one of the following specially heavy con-
ditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short repeated distances (less than 7-
8 km) and with external temperatures
below zero;
❒frequently idling engines or long di-
stance low speed driving (e.g. taxis or
door-to-door deliveries) or in case of
a long term inactivity;
change engine oil more frequently than
shown on the “Service Schedule”.
IMPORTANT - Air cleaner
When the car is used on dusty roads,
change the air cleaner more frequently
than shown on the “Service Schedule”.
Call a Fiat Dealership for doubts regarding
engine oil and air cleaner replacement.IMPORTANT - Pollen filter
It is advisable to replace the filtering ele-
ment more frequently if the car is used in
dusty or very polluted places. Specifical-
ly, replace if a lower air flow into the pas-
senger compartment is found.
IMPORTANT - Diesel filter
Using diesel not complying with European
Specification EN590 may lead to the need
to replace the diesel fuel filter more fre-
quently than shown in the “Service Sche-
dule”.IMPORTANT - Battery
Check the battery charge once a year,
preferably before the beginning to winter,
to prevent freezing of the electrolyte.
Perform this inspection more frequently
if the car is mainly used for short distan-
ces or if electrical devices running with the
key off are installed, particularly after-
market. Check the battery level (elec-
trolyte) more frequently than shown on
the “Service Schedule” if the car is used in
hot climates or in particularly demanding
conditions.
Take the car to a Fiat Dea-
lership for servicing. Make su-
re you have the right equip-
ment, genuine Fiat spare
parts and consumables for ordinary,
minor interventions. Do not attempt
the operations if you lack the expe-
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LEVELS CHECK
IMPORTANT Be careful not to confuse
the various types of fluids while topping
up: they are all reciprocally incompatible
and may severely damage your car.
IMPORTANT Never smoke while
working in the engine compartment. Flam-
mable gases may be present. Risk of fire.
F0H0721mfig. 1 - versions 1.2 16V and 1.4 16V
F0H0722mfig. 2 - versions 1.4 8V (where provided) 1. Engine coolant
2. Engine oil
3. Brake fluid
4. Battery
5.Windscreen/rear window/headlamp
washer fluid level