spare wheel FIAT LINEA RHD 2010 1.G Owners Manual

113
IMPORTANT Never connect the negative
terminals of the two batteries directly:
sparks could ignite explosive gas released
from the battery. If the auxiliary battery is
installed on another car, prevent
acciden-
tal contact between metallic parts of the
two cars.JUMP STARTING
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill.
This could
cause a flow of fuel into the catalytic con-
verter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
booster and the power steering system
are not operating until
the engine is start-
ed, a greater effort will therefore be re-
quired to press the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.
REPLACING A WHEEL
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the
jack and spare wheel call for some pre-
cautions as listed below.
Indicate that the car is sta-
tionary according to the laws
in force: hazard lights, triangle, etc.
Passengers should leave the car, par-
ticularly if it is very loaded and
wait
for the wheel to be changed away
from on-coming traffic . Apply the
handbrake.
WARNING
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 113LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1138/21/09 2:16:16 PM8/21/09 2:16:16 PM

114
The spare wheel is specific
for your car. Do not use it on
cars of different models. Do not use
spare wheels of different models on
your car. The wheel bolts are specif-
ic for your car. Do not use them on
cares of different models. Do not use
bolts of different models on your car.
WARNING
Repair and refit the standard
wheel as soon as possible.
Do not apply grease to the bolt
threading before assembly: the bolts
could come loose unexpectedly.
WARNING
The jack may only be used to
replace wheels on the car
which it equips or other cars of the
same model.
Never use the jack for
other purposes, such as lifting other
car models. Never use the jack to car-
ry out repairs under the car. Incorrect
positioning of the jack may cause the
car to fall. Do not use the jack
for
loads higher than those shown on the
label.
WARNING
Incorrect wheel cup assem-
bly may cause it to come off
when the car is travelling. Never tam-
per with the inflation valve. Never in-
troduce tools of any kind between rim
and tyre. Check tyre and spare wheel
pressure regularly referring to the
val-
ues shown in the “Technical Specifi-
cations” chapter.
WARNING
Important notes:
the jack weighs 1.76 kg;
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired: replace
with an original spare part if damaged;
no tool other than its handle may be fit-
ted on the jack.
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 114LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1148/21/09 2:16:16 PM8/21/09 2:16:16 PM

115
To change a wheel proceed as
follows:
stop the car in a position so that it is
not a danger for on-coming traffic and
where you can replace the wheel safe-
ly. The ground must be flat and com-
pact;
stop the engine off and pull up the hand-
brake;
engage first gear or reverse;
wear the reflecting safety jacket (com-
pulsory by law in certain countries) be-
fore getting out of the car;
open the tailgate and lift the mat;
loosen the fastener A;

take out the tool box Cand take it near
to the wheel to be changed;

take the spare wheel B;
fig. 2F0R0107m
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 115LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1158/21/09 2:16:16 PM8/21/09 2:16:16 PM

117
for versions with wheel cap, remove the
wheel cap after loosening the 3 fastening
bolts and finally loosen the fourth bolt
L-fig. 5and extract the wheel;
make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween spare wheel and hub are clean
so that the fastening bolts will not come
loose;
fit the spare wheel by inserting the first
bolt for two threads into the hole clos-
est to the inflation valve;
fit the wheel cap making the crescent
hole coincide with the bolt you have fit-
ted using the wrench;
tighten the fastening bolts;
turn the jack handle L-fig. 4to lower
the car and remove the jack;

use the wrench provided to fasten the
bolts completely in a criss-cross fashion
as shown in fig. 6;
if replacing a wheel with alloy rim, stove
it temporarily into the spare
wheel
compartment with the cosmetic side
facing upwards.REFITTING THE
STANDARD WHEEL
Following the procedure described previ-
ously, raise the car and remove the
spare
wheel.
fig. 5F0R0156mfig. 6F0R0157m
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 117LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1178/21/09 2:16:18 PM8/21/09 2:16:18 PM

118
Versions with steel rims
Proceed as follows:
make sure the contact surfaces be-
tween spare wheel and hub are clean
so
that the fastening bolts will not come
loose;
fit the standard wheel by inserting the
first bolt for two threads into the hole
closest to the inflation valve;
fit the wheel cap making the lunette
hole coincide with the bolt you have fit-
ted then, fit the other 3 bolts;
using the wrench provided, tighten the
fastening bolts;
lower the car and remove the jack;
using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the bolts in the sequence shown
previously in the figure.Versions with alloy rims
Proceed as follows:
insert the wheel on the hub and using
the wrench provided tighten the bolts;
lower the car and remove the jack;
using the wrench provided, fully tight-
en the bolts in the sequence shown in
the figure.When you have finished
fit the jack partia lly open in its box C-
fig.2 forcing it lightly to prevent it from
vibrating when traelling;
put the tools back into their places
in the container;
stow the container C-fig.2 complete
with tools;
stow the spare wheel in the space pro-
vided in the boot;

tight the fastener A-fig.2;
reposition the mat in the boot.CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
DEVICES
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 118LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1188/21/09 2:16:19 PM8/21/09 2:16:19 PM

WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, includ-
ing the spare, approximately once every
two weeks and before starting a long jour-
ney: this check must be performed with
the tyre rested and cold.
It is normal for pressure to increase when
the car is used. For the correct tyre in-
flation pressure, see “Wheels” in “Tech-
nical specifications” section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 9:
Anormal pressure: evenly worn tread.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
on the edges.
Cexcessive pressure: tread particularly
worn in the middle.
The tyres must be replaced when the
tread is less than 1.6 mm thick. In all cas-
es, follow the laws in force in the coun-
try where you are driving.
fig. 9F0R0141m
IMPORTANT NOTES
Avoid braking suddenly, burning starts
and violent knocks against the curb,
potholes or other obstacles if possible.
Long dista nces on rough roads may
damage the tyres;
check the tyres regularly for cuts on the
sides, swelling or irregular tread wear.
Go to a Fiat Dealership if required.
 do not over load your car : this may
cause serious damage to wheels and
tyres;
if a tyre is punctured, stop immediate-
ly and charge it to avoid damage to the
tyre, the rim, suspensions and steering
system;
a tyre will age even if it is not used
much. Cracks in the tread and on the
sidewalls are a sign of ageing. Have the
tyres checked by specialised personnel
if they have been fitted for longer than
6 years. Remember to check the spare
wheel very carefully;
In the case of replacement, always fit
new tyres, avoiding those of dubious
origin;
If a tyre is changed, also change the in-
flation valve;
to allow even wear between the front
and rear tyres, it is advisable to change
them over every 20 thousand kilome-
tres, keeping them on the same side of
the car so as not to reverse the dire-
ction of rotation.
Remember that the road
holding qualities of your car
also depends on the correct inflation
pressure of the tyres.
WARNING
152
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
AND CONTROLS
DEVICES
SPECIFICATIONS
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
INDEX
DASHBOARD
SAFETY
TECHNICAL
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 152LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1528/21/09 2:16:35 PM8/21/09 2:16:35 PM

BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your car is covered by warranty against
perforation due to rust of any original el-
ement of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, re-
fer to Fiat Warranty Booklet.
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.BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the fol-
lowing:
atmospheric pollution;
salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or
hot humid climates);
seasonal environment conditions.
Not to be underestimated is also the abra-
sive action of wind-borne atmospheric
dust and sand and mud and gravel raised
by other cars.
On your Fiat vehicle, Fiat implemented
the best manufacturing technologies to
effectively protect the bodywork against
corrosion.These include:
painting products and systems which
give the car particular resistance to
corrosion and abrasion;
spraying the underbody, engine com-
partment, wheelhouse internal parts
and other parts with highly protective
products;
spraying of plastic parts, with a
use of “open” boxed sections to pre-
vent condensation and pockets of mois-
ture from triggering rust inside.
155
CAR
MAINTENANCE
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
TECHNICAL
INDEX
DASHBOARD
SAFETY
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
SPECIFICATIONS
AND CONTROLS
DEVICES
protective function, in the more
exposed points: under door, inner
fender parts, edges, etc. We remind that the warranty is valid
under the full compliance with the
programmed maintenance coupons and
or inspection schedules specified by the
manufacturer. The failure to have them
carried out invalidate the warranty.
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 155LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1558/21/09 2:16:36 PM8/21/09 2:16:36 PM

MODEL PLATE fig. 1
This is applied to the right-hand side of the
spare wheel shelf and shows the following
data:
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
- Car Model and Version code
- Chassis number
IDENTIFICATION DATA
Take note of the identification codes. The
following identification codes are printed
and shown on the plates:
Model plate.
Chassis marking.
fig. 1F0R0247m
FIAT INDIA AUTOMOBILES LTD.
VIN
*
fig. 2F0R0146m
CHASSIS MARKING fig. 2
This is printed on the passegner com-
partment floor bed under the front left
seat.
car model (MCA 110 716);
chassis number.
ENGINE MARKING
Engine marking is stamped on the cylinder
block and includes the model and the
serial number.
160
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
AND CONTROLS
DEVICES WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
INDEX
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
DASHBOARD
SAFETY
VERSION110 716Kg
Kg
Kg
Kg 1
2
- Vehicle Mass Data
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 160LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1608/21/09 2:16:36 PM8/21/09 2:16:36 PM

READING TYRE
MARKINGS fig. 3
Example: 185/65 R 15 88T
185 = Nominal width (S, distance in mm
between sidewalls).
65 = Heigh t/width ratio (H/S) in per-
centage.
R = Radial tyre.
15 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
88 = Load rate (capacity).
T = Maximum speed rating.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless ra-
dial carcass tyres.
Respect the prescribed size to ensure
safety of the car in movement. Fit tyres
of the same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
fig. 3F0R0147m
SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Toe-in total front: 0.3 ± 1 mm
Toe-in total rear: 3.4 ± 2.0 mm
The values refer to the car in running or-
der.
165
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CAR
MAINTENANCE
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
INDEX
DASHBOARD
SAFETY
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
AND CONTROLS
DEVICES
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 165LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1658/21/09 2:16:37 PM8/21/09 2:16:37 PM

195/60 R15 88T 195/60 R15 88T
195/60 R15 88T195/60 R15 88T
195/60 R15 88T 195/60 R15 88T 6J X 15'’ 6J X 15'’
6J X 15'’ 6J X 15'’
6J X 15'’(Alloy wheel) 6J X 15'’(pressed steel)
Version Rims Tyres fitted
(where provided)Spare wheel (where provided)Rim Tyre
1.3 Multijetactive
dynamic
emotion 1.4 16v
167
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CAR
MAINTENANCE
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
INDEX
DASHBOARD
SAFETY
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES IN AN
EMERGENCY
AND CONTROLS
DEVICES
LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 167LINEA Owner HAND BOOK RHD.pdf 1678/21/09 2:16:37 PM8/21/09 2:16:37 PM