technical specifications FIAT MULTIPLA 2006 1.G Owners Manual

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IMPORTANT To fasten bolt (A) use only the wrench supplied; never use
pneumatic screwer since the hooking system could be damaged. To
check the correct fastening of small wheel, or (where provided) normal
size spare wheel, follow attached table providing the number of rough
guide clicks to be heard in order that complete locking is ensured.
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IMPORTANT Do not mount the cup on spare small wheel.
The space-saver spare wheel is narrower than the standard wheels and it
is only to be used to drive the distance necessary to reach a garage
where the flat wheel can be repaired.
IMPORTANT The wheel in alloy with 17” rim cannot be anchored to the
winch.
Number of clicks for the Number of clicks for the
occurrence of hooking occurrence of hooking
with check bracket without check bracket
Spare small wheel18 (*) 18
15” spare wheel
9(❒)
in alloy
15” spare wheel made
(❒)5
of metal sheet
(*) Where a check bracket is present, the bell-shaped portion must be positioned on the
rim, not on the bracket.
(❒) Solutions not allowed.

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REFITTING THE STANDARD WHEEL
❒Following the procedure described previously, raise the car and
remove the space-saver spare wheel;
❒fit the standard wheel.
Make sure that the resting surface of the spare wheel is clean and there is
no dirt that could cause the bolts to loosen.
❒Tighten the bolts with the wrench supplied;
❒Lower the car and remove the jack;
❒Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown before;
❒Make sure the retaining ring (B) is inserted in the seats of the hub cap
so that the protruding section of the inflation valve is aligned with
symbol
Cmarked on the inside of the hub cap;
❒Press-fit the wheel cap on the rim, making sure symbol
Con the inside
of the cap, corresponds with the inflation valve.
Incorrect fitting may cause the wheel cap to come off when the car is
travelling.
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When you have finished:
❒place the space-saver spare wheel in the housing under the body
checking it is properly locked in place.
IMPORTANT To fasten bolt (A) use only the wrench supplied; never use
pneumatic screwer since the hooking system could be damaged. The
wheel is completely fastened when the bolt, after about 21 audible clicks,
cannot be fastened further on.
❒Return tools to their container as shown on label (D) and place them
in their recess in the boot;
❒Before closing the cover (B) fasten them with belt (C).
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes with Tubeless tyres.
Periodically check the pressure of the tyres and spare wheel.
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QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT
FIX & GO automatic
The quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go automatic is placed under the right
rear seat.
The quick tyre repair kit includes:
❒a bottle (A) containing sealer and fitted with:
– filling pipe (B);
– sticker (C) bearing the notice “max. 80 km/h”, to be placed in a
position visible to the driver (on the instrument panel) after fixing
the tyre;
❒instruction brochure (see figure below), to be used for prompt and
proper use of the quick repair kit and to be then handed to the
personnel charged with handling the treated tyre;
❒compressor (D) with gauge and connections to be found in the proper
compartment;
❒a pair of protection gloves to be found in the side compartment;
❒adapters for inflating different elements.
In the kit container are also housed the screwdriver and the tow hitch.
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Hand the instruction brochure to the
personnel charged with treating the tyre
repaired with the kit.WARNING

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In the event of a puncture caused by foreign bodies, it is possible to repair tyres showing damages
on the track or shoulder up to max 4 mm diameter.
Repairs are not possible in case of damages on the wheel rim (bad groove
distortion causing air loss). Do not remove foreign bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.WARNING
WARNINGHoles and damages on the tyre side walls cannot be repaired. Do not use the quick
tyre repair kit if damaging is due to running with flat tyre.

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IT SHOULD BE NOTICED THAT:
The sealing fluid of the quick tyre repair kit is effective with external temperatures between -20 °C and +50 °C.
The sealing fluid has limited life.
Replace the run out cylinder. Do not throw away the cylinder and the sealing fluid. Have the
sealing fluid and the cylinder disposed of according to national and local regulations in force.
The compressor shall not be operated for more than 20 minutes. Risk of
overheating. Tyres repaired with the quick tyre repair kit shall be used temporarily
only.WARNING
WARNINGThe cylinder contains ethylene glycol. It contains latex: it can cause allergic
reactions. These substances are harmful if ingested or inhaled and irritant for the
eyes and in case of contact. In case of contact rinse immediately with water and
take off contaminated clothes. If swallowed, do not induce vomit, rinse out the
mouth, drink a lot of water and call the doctor immediately. Keep away from
children. This product must not be used by asthmatics. Do not inhale vapours
during fitting and suction operations. Call the doctor immediately in case of
allergic reactions. Keep the cylinder in the case provided for the purpose and far
from heat. The sealing fluid has limited life.

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INFLATING PROCEDURE
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WARNINGPut on the protection gloves provided
together with quick tyre repair kit.
❒Pull up the handbrake. Loosen tyre inflation valve cap, take the filler
hose (A) out and screw the ring nut (B) on the tyre valve;
❒make sure the compressor switch (D) is set at 0 (off), then start the
engine and fit plug (E) into the nearest outlet and turn on the
compressor by setting switch (D) to I (on). Inflate the tyre to the
pressure value specified in paragraph “Inflation pressure” in section
“Technical Specifications”. Check tyre pressure on gauge (F) with
compressor off to obtain precise reading;
❒if after 5 minutes it is still impossible to reach at least 1.5 bar,
disengage compressor from valve and outlet, then move the car forth
for approx. ten metres in order to distribute the sealing fluid inside the
tyre evenly, then repeat the inflation operation;

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❒if also in this case, after 5 minutes from turning the
compressor on it is still impossible to reach at least
1.8 bar, do not start driving since the tyre is
excessively damaged and the quick tyre repair kit
cannot guarantee suitable sealing, contact Fiat
Dealership;
❒if the proper tyre pressure has been reached (see
paragraph “Inflation pressure” in section “Technical
Specifications”, start driving immediately;❒after driving for about 10 minutes stop and check
again the tyre pressure; pull up the handbrake;
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Apply the sticker in a visible position
for the driver to indicate that the tyre
has been treated with the quick tyre
repair kit. Drive carefully especially
when cornering. Do not exceed 80
km/h. Avoid heavy braking and
accelerating.
It is of vital importance to
communicate that the tyre has been
repaired using the quick tyre repair kit.
Hand the instruction brochure to the
personnel charged with treating the
tyre repaired with the kit. If the pressure falls below 1.8 bars, do
not drive any further: the quick tyre
repair kit Fix & Go automatic cannot
guarantee proper hold
because the tyre
is too much damaged.
Contact Fiat
Dealership.
❒if pressure read is at least 1.8 bar, restore proper
pressure (with engine running and handbrake on)
and restart;
❒drive with the utmost care to the nearest Fiat
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FOR CHECKING AND RESTORING PRESSURE ONLY
The compressor can be also used just for restoring pressure. Disconnect
the quick connection and connect it directly to the tyre valve; in this way
the cylinder is not connected to compressor and the sealing fluid will not
flow into the tyre.
CYLINDER REPLACEMENTPROCEDURE
To replace cylinder proceed as follows:
❒disconnect connection (A);
❒turn counter-clockwise the cylinder to replace and raise it;
❒fit the new cylinder and turn it clockwise;
❒connect connection (A) to the cylinder and fit the transparent tube (B)
into the proper space.
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Where possible, have the lamps changed by Fiat Dealership. Correct operation and aiming of external
lights are essential for safe driving in compliance with law regulations.Halogen bulbs must be handled touching only the metallic part. If the transparent bulb is touched
with the fingers, its lighting intensity is reduced and life of the bulb may be compromised. If touched
accidentally, rub the bulb with a cloth moistened with alcohol and allow to dry.
IF A BULB BURNS OUT
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒Before changing a bulb check the contacts for
oxidation.
❒Burnt bulbs must be replaced by others of the same
type and power.❒Always check headlight aiming after changing a bulb
to ensure they are safe.
❒When a light is not working, check that the
corresponding fuse is intact before changing a bulb.
For the location of fuses, refer to the paragraph “If a
fuse blows” in this section.
Alterations or repairs to the electric system not carried out correctly and without
taking into account the system specifications may cause failures and the risk of
fire.WARNING
WARNINGHalogen bulbs contain pressurised gas, in the case of breakage they may burst.