open bonnet FIAT LINEA 2008 1.G Owners Manual

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SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE
CAR
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
fig. 93F0R0078m
To return the rear seat back to its
original position fig. 93
Lift the backrests and push them back un-
til your hear both fastening mechanisms
click and return the cushions to the nor-
mal position of use.
IMPORTANT When return the backrest
to the position of use, make sure it is cor-
rectly fastened and you hear the lock click. Maximum extension fig. 92
Tilt the rear seat completely to obtain
maximum boot extension.
Proceed as follows:
❒completely lower the rear seat head re-
straints;
❒tip the cushions forward;
❒pull the fastening devices A-fig. 90up-
wards to release the backrests and fold
them onto the cushion.
fig. 92F0R0077m
Make sure the backrest is
properly secured at both
sides to prevent it moves forward in
the event of sharp braking causing in-
juries to passengers.
WARNING
BONNET
OPENING THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒pull lever fig. 94in the direction of the
arrow;
❒operate lever A-fig. 95as shown in the
figure;
❒lift the bonnet and at the same time re-
lease the rod D-fig. 96from the catch,
then fit end C-fig. 97 of the rod into
the bonnet recess E.
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
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TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet,
check that windscreen wiper arms are not
lifted from the windscreen.CLOSING THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒hold the bonnet up with one hand and
with the other remove rod C-fig. 97
from seat Eand fit it back into its catch
D-fig. 96;
❒lower the bonnet to approximately 20
centimetres from the engine compart-
ment and let it drop. Make sure that the
bonnet is completely closed and not
only fastened by the safety catch by try-
ing to open it. If it is not perfectly
closed, open the bonnet and repeat the
procedure. No not simply press it.
IMPORTANT Always check that the bon-
net is closed properly to avoid its opening
while the car is travelling.
fig. 94F0R0080mfig. 95F0R0079m
fig. 97F0R0082m
fig. 96F0R0081m
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MAINTENANCE
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING
THE BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aes-
thetic purpose, but also protects the un-
derlying sheet metal.
Touch up abrasions and scratches immedi-
ately to prevent the formation of rust. On-
ly use genuine spare paint products for
touch-ups (see “Bodywork paint identifi-
cation plate” in the “Technical Specifica-
tions” section).
Normal maintenance of paintwork consists
in washing the car: the frequency depends
on the conditions and environment where
the car is used. For example, it is advisable
to wash the car more often in areas with
a high environmental pollution or on roads
sprinkled with salt.To correctly wash the car:
❒remove the aerial from the roof to pre-
vent damage to it if the car is washed in
an automatic system;
❒wash the body using a low pressure jet
of water;
❒wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy so-
lution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing with the sponge;
❒rinse well with water and dry with a jet
of air or a chamois leather.
Dry the parts less in sight particularly care-
fully, such as the door frames and the
headlight frames, where water may stag-
nate more easily. It is a good idea to leave
the car in the open for a while after wash-
ing it to give time for the water to evap-
orate.Do not wash the car after it has been
parked in the sun or when the engine is
bonnet is hot: this could take the shine off
the paint.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
the same way as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees;
the resinous substance many species re-
lease give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of triggering rust
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly ag-
gressive.
Detergents cause water pollu-
tion. The car should be washed
in areas equipped for collect-
ing and purifying the liquid
used in the washing process.
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CORRECT USE
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IN AN
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CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Boot ........................................................ 86
– extension........................................ 87
– opening/closing the tailgate ......... 86
– emergency opening....................... 83
Boot light............................................... 74
Brake assist .......................................... 92
Brakes
– fluid level ........................................ 188
– technical data ................................ 207
Bulb (replacement)
– general instructions ..................... 158
– types of bulbs ................................ 158
Capacities ............................................ 106
Car inactivity ....................................... 132
Car maintenance
– periodical checks........................... 183
– scheduled servicing ...................... 178
– service schedule ...................179-181
– use of the car under
heavy conditions................................ 183
Card box - CD box............................. 72
Carrying children safely ..................... 109
Ceiling lights.......................................... 72
– boot light ....................................... 66
– courtesy ......................................... 66– front ................................................ 64
– puddle/door .................................. 74
– rear ................................................. 65
Central console oddment
compartment..................................... 71
Chassis (marking) ............................... 203
Checking fluid....................................... 184
Child lock.............................................. 83
Child restraint systems
– “Universal Isofix” ......................... 114
– Passenger’s seat compliance ...... 115
Cigar lighter.......................................... 80
Clutch ................................................... 207
CO
2emissions...................................... 221
Code Card ........................................... 6
Consumption
– engine oil ........................................ 186
– fuel ................................................... 219
Controls................................................ 75
Correct use of the car ...................... 127
Cruise Control..................................... 70
Courtesy lights..................................... 74
– bulb replacement .......................... 174
– control button .............................. 74
Current outlet...................................... 73
ABS system.......................................... 92
Accessories purchased
by the owner .................................... 100
Additional heater................................. 56
Air bag
– front................................................. 115
– side .................................................. 118
Air cleaner............................................. 190
Adjustable Air vents ........................... 50
Alarm...................................................... 11
Armrest................................................. 79
Ashtray................................................... 80
ASR system........................................... 95
– activation/deactivation................. 95
At the filling station ............................ 101
Automatic climate
control system .................................. 59
Battery
– checking the charge ..................... 190
– jump starting ................................. 146
– recharging ...................................... 185
– replacing ......................................... 191
Bodywork
– maintenance .................................. 196
– version codes ............................... 204
Bonnet .................................................. 88
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