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Warning Messagelight on panel on display
ABS (WHEEL ANTI-LOCKING SYSTEM) FAILURE (red)
Turning the key to MAR the warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go off after about 4
seconds.
The warning light turns on together with the message when the system is inefficient. In this case
the braking system keeps its effectiveness unchanged, but without the potential offered by the
ABS system. Caution is advisable, particularly in all cases of less than perfect grip. It is therefore
necessary to contact Fiat Dealership.
ELECTRONIC BRAKEFORCE DISTRIBUTOR (EBD) FAILURE
The car is fitted with an electronic brakeforce distributor (EBD). Warning lights >and xand the
message at the same time, with the engine running, indicate a failure concerning the EBD system.
In this case violent braking may be accompanied by early rear wheel locking with the possibility of
skidding. Drive the car extremely carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.
ESP SYSTEM (ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM) (where provided) (amber)
Turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light on the dial comes on but shall go off after few
seconds.
If the warning light does not go off or stays on when travelling, contact Fiat Dealership.
Warning light flashing when driving indicates that the ESP system is active.
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WARNINGWarning light >turning on together with the message when the engine is running,
normally indicates a failure concerning the ABS only. In this case the braking
system is still efficient, though without the anti-locking device. Under these
conditions, performance of the EBD system may be reduced. Also in this case, you
are advised to go immediately to the nearest Fiat Dealership, driving in such a way
to avoid sharp braking to have the system checked.
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Warning Messagelight on panel on display
EOBD / INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE (amber)
In normal conditions, turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light turns on, but it should go
off when the engine has started.
The warning light stays on or turns on when travelling to indicate injection system malfunctioning;
in particular the warning light turns on glowing steadily to indicate a fault in the supply/ignition
system which could cause high emissions at the exhaust, possible lack of performance, poor han-
dling and high consumption levels.
On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.
In these conditions it is possible to continue driving without however requiring heavy effort or high
speed from the engine. Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on may cause damages. Con-
tact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The warning light goes off if the fault disappears, the system will in any case store the fault.
NOTE (valid for petrol versions only)
The warning light turns on flashing to indicate a possible damage to the catalyst.
If the warning light flashes, it is necessary to release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of
the engine until the warning light stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to
avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing and contact Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
If, turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning lightUdoes not turn on or if it turns on glowing
steadily or flashing when travelling (on certain versions together with the dedicated message on the
display), contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. Warning light
Uoperation can be checked by
traffic agents by proper equipment therefore, comply with laws and regulations in force in the
country where you are driving.
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INFLATING PROCEDURE
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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Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required
Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard lights, boot lights, passenger compartment lights,
glovebox lights, warning lights, etc.)
Check windscreen wiper/washer operation, adjust nozzles
Check windscreen/rear window blade position/wear
Check front disk brake pad conditions and wear
and wear indicator operation
Check rear drum brake linings conditions and wear
(where provided)
Check rear disk brake pad conditions and wear
Sight inspect the conditions of: bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber
parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.) fuel and brake system hoses
Check tension and adjust accessory drive belts (excluding
engines with automatic belt tighteners)
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions (petrol versions)
Sight inspect accessory drive belt conditions (diesel versions)
Check clutch pedal height or stroke and adjust if necessary
Check cleanness of locks, bonnet and boot and lever cleanness
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(*) Or every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, driving in the city idling for a long time)
Or every 5 years, regardless of the km covered
(**) Engine oil and oil filter shall be changed when the corresponding warning light turns on (see section “Warning lights and Messages”), or in
any case every 2 years.
Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required (JTD 120 versions)
Check and adjust handbrake lever stroke
Check exhaust emissions/smoke (JTD 120 versions)
Check exhaust emissions
Check antievaporation system
Change fuel (JTD 120 versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (petrol versions)
Change air cleaner cartridge (diesel versions)
Replace fuel filter cartridge (diesel versions)
Check and top up, if required, fluid levels (engine coolant,
brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.)
Check mechanical oil level
Check timing belt conditions
Replace timing belt (*)
Replace auxiliary belt
Change spark plugs (petrol versions)
Check engine control system operation
(through diagnostic socket)
Change engine oil and oil filter (petrol versions)
Change engine oil and oil filter
(JTD versions with DPF) (**)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 12 months)

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PERIODICAL CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and top
up if required:
❒engine coolant fluid level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre pressure and conditions.
❒check light system operation (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard lights, etc.);
❒check windscreen wiper/washer operation and
windscreen/rear window blade position/wear;Every 3,000 km check and top up if required: engine
oil level.
You are recommended to use FL Seleniaproducts,
designed and produced specifically for Fiat cars (see
table “Capacities” in section “Technical
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HEAVY CONDITIONS
Should prevailing use of the car be under one of the
following specially heavy conditions:
❒trailer or caravan towing;
❒dusty roads;
❒short distances (less than 7-8 km) and repeated
with external temperatures below zero;
❒frequently idling engines or long distance low
speed driving (e.g.: door-to-door deliveries) or in
case of a long term inactivity;
❒urban routes;carry out checks more frequently than required on
Service Schedule:
❒check front disk brake pad conditions and wear;
❒check cleanness of bonnet and boot locks and
lever cleanness and lubrication;
❒sight inspect the conditions of: engine, gearbox,
transmission, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel -
brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge and fluid level (electrolyte);
❒visual check on various drive belt conditions;
❒check and replace pollen filter, if required;
❒check and replace air cleaner, if required.

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CHECKING
FLUID LEVELS
1. Engine oil
2. battery
3. brake fluid
4. windscreen washer fluid
5. engine coolant
6. power steering fluid.
F0E0680m100 16Vversions
WARNINGNever smoke while working in the engine compartment; gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.
When topping up take care not to confuse the various types of fluids: they are all incompatible
with one another and could seriously damage the car.

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ENGINE OIL
The engine oil level must be checked with the car on level ground and
while the engine is still hot (approximately 5 minutes after turning it off).
❒Remove the dipstick.
❒Clean it with a cloth that does not leave threads or other impurities.
❒Put the dipstick into its seat pushing it down.
❒Take it out, the oil level shall be between the MIN and MAX marks on
the dipstick.
The space between the MIN and MAX marks corresponds to about one
litre of oil.
If the oil level is near or even below the MIN mark, add oil through the
filler neck until reaching the MAX mark.
Oil level shall never exceed the MAX mark.
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