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Before starting to tow, turn
the ignition key to MAR and
then to STOP. Do not remove the
key. If the key is removed, the steer-
ing lock engages automatically re-
sulting in the impossibility to steer the
wheels.
WARNING
When towing, remember
that without the help of the
servobrake and power steering, a
greater effort is required on the ped-
al and steering wheel. Do not use
flexible cables for towing and avoid
jerks. During towing operations make
sure that fastening the joint to the car
does not damage the components in
contact with it. When towing the car,
you must comply with the specific
traffic regulations regarding the tow
ring and how to tow on the road.
WARNING
Do not start the engine
when towing the car.
WARNING
fig. 51F0G0217m
TOW RING HOOKING fig. 51
Proceed as follows:
❒release the cap A;
❒take the tow hook Bfrom the tool sup-
port;
❒tighten the ring on the rear or front
threaded pin.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................. 156
SERVICE SCHEDULE........................................................... 157
ANNUAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE.............................. 159
ADDITIONAL CHECKS..................................................... 159
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS................................................ 161
AIR FILTER ............................................................................ 166
POLLEN FILTER ................................................................... 167
BATTERY................................................................................ 168
WHEELS AND TYRES......................................................... 170
RUBBER HOSES.................................................................... 171
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS................... 172
BODYWORK........................................................................ 173
INTERIORS ............................................................................. 175
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WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, includ-
ing the spare, every two weeks and before
long journeys: the pressure should be
checked with the tyre rested and cold.
For the correct tyre inflation pressure, see
“Wheels” in “Technical specifications”
section.Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 15:
Anormal pressure: tread evenly worn.
Blow pressure: tread particularly worn
at the edges.
Chigh pressure: tread particularly worn
in the centre.
Tyres must be replaced when the tread
wears down to 1,6 mm. In any case, com-
ply with the laws in the country where the
car is being driven.
fig. 15F0G0112m
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒As far as possible, avoid sharp braking
and screech starts etc. Be careful not
to hit the kerb, potholes or other ob-
stacles hard. Driving for long stretch-
es over bumpy roads can damage the
tyres;
❒periodically check that the tyres have
no cuts in the side wall, abnormal
swelling or irregular tyre wear. If any of
these occur, have the car seen to at a
Fiat Dealership;
❒avoid overloading the car when travel-
ling: this may cause serious damage to
the 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;
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RUBBER HOSES
As far as the brake system and fuel rubber
hoses are concerned, carefully follow the
“Service schedule” in this section.
Indeed ozone, high temperatures and pro-
longed lack of fluid in the system may
cause hardening and cracking of the hoses,
with possible leaks. Careful control is
therefore necessary.
❒tyres age even if they are not used
much. Cracks in the tread rubber are
a sign of ageing. In any case, if the tyres
have been on the car for over 6 years,
they should be checked by specialised
personnel, to see if they can still be
used. Also remember to check the
spare wheel;
❒ 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 10-15 thousand kilo-
metres, keeping them on the same side
of the car so as not to reverse the di-
rection of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
WARNING
If the pressure is too low the
tyre overheats and this can
cause it serious damage.
WARNING
Do not cross switch the
tyres, moving them from the
right of the car to the left and vice
versa.
WARNING
Never submit alloy rims to
repainting treatments re-
quiring to use temperatures exceed-
ing 150°C. The mechanical properties
of the wheels could be impaired.
WARNING
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IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................. 178
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS............... 180
ENGINE .................................................................................. 181
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ....................................................... 182
TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 182
BRAKES................................................................................... 183
SUSPENSIONS....................................................................... 183
STEERING............................................................................... 183
WHEELS.................................................................................. 184
DIMENSIONS......................................................................... 187
PERFORMANCE................................................................... 188
WEIGHTS............................................................................... 189
CAPACITIES .......................................................................... 190
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS.............................................. 191
FUEL CONSUMPTION....................................................... 193
CO
2EMISSIONS .................................................................. 194
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL ............... 195
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disc (self-ventilating for 1.3 Multijet engine)
drum, self-centering shoes with control cylinder for each wheel
controlled by hand lever, it works on rear brakes
SUSPENSIONS
1.1 - 1.2 - 1.3 Multijet
Front
Rear
STEERING
1.1 - 1.2 - 1.3 Multijet
Type
Minimum steering
cycle mMc Pherson independent wheels, mechanical cross member,
shock absorbers and helical springs; stabiliser bar for versions with electric
power steering.
twisting axle with interconnected wheels; twisting axle and
two tubular arms with shock absorbers and helical springs.
rack and pinion with electric power steering (where provided)
9.1
BRAKES
1.1 - 1.2 - 1.3 Multijet
Service brakes:
– front
– rear
Parking brake
IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency at first braking.
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UNDERSTANDING TYRE
MARKING fig. 5
Example: 155/80 R 13 79T
155 = Nominal width (S, distance be-
tween sidewalls in mm).
80 = Percentage height/width ratio (H/
S).
R = Radial tyre.
13 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
79 = Load rating.
T = Maximum speed rating.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless tyres
with radial carcass. The homologated tyres
are listed in the Log book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepan-
cies between the information provided on
this “Owner handbook” and the “Log
book”, consider the specifications shown
in the log book only.
Attaining to the prescribed size, to ensure
safety of the car in movement, it must be
fitted with tyres of the same make and
type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
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fig. 5F0G0111m
SPACE-SAVER SPARE WHEEL
Pressed steel rim. Tubeless tyre.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheel toe-in measured from rim to
rim: 0 ± 1 mm
The values refer to the car in running or-
der.
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