check engine FIAT PANDA 2018 Owner handbook (in English)

ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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CHECKING LEVELS
161) 162)58)
0.9 TwinAir/0.9 TwinAir Turbo versions
A. Engine oil plug/filler – B. Engine oil dipstick – C. Engine coolant fluid – D. Windscreen/rear window washer fluid – E. Brake fluid – F. Battery
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ENGINE OIL
59) 60)3)
Check the oil level a few minutes (about
5) after the engine has stopped, with
the vehicle parked on level ground.
Check that the oil level is between the
MIN and MAX references on the
dipstick B. If the oil level is near or even
under the MIN mark, add oil using the
filler A to reach the MAX mark.
NOTE For 0.9 TwinAir and 0.9 TwinAir
Turbo versions, the engine oil level
dipstick B is integral with the cap A.
Loosen the plug, clean the dipstick with
a cloth that does not leave traces,
reinsert the dipstick and re-tighten the
plug. Unscrew the cap again and check
that the engine oil level is between the
MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick.
Engine oil consumption
The maximum engine oil consumption
is usually 400 grams every 1000 km.
During the initial period of use the
engine oil consumption conditions
should be considered as having
stabilised after the first 5000 - 6000
km.Topping up the engine oil (for
TwinAir engines)
If the message requesting an engine oil
top-up appears on the display, the
user must top up the oil to the MAX
level and then reset the warning from
the instrument panel as described
in the "Display" paragraph in the
"Knowing the instrument panel"
chapter.
NOTE After adding or changing the oil,
let the engine turn over for a few
seconds and wait a few minutes after
turning it off before you check the level.
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
163)61)
The coolant level must be checked
when the engine is cold and must
range between the MIN and MAX
marks on the reservoir.
If the level is too low, unscrew reservoir
cap C and add the fluid described in
the "Technical Specifications" section.
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHING FLUID
164)
If the level is too low, raise reservoir cap
D (see previous pages) and add the
fluid described in the chapter "Technical
Specifications".BRAKE FLUID
165) 166)62)
Check that the fluid is at the maximum
level (the fluid level in the reservoir
must not exceed the MAX mark). If the
fluid level in the reservoir is too low,
undo reservoir cap E and add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
DUALOGIC GEARBOX
HYDRAULIC ACTIVATION
SYSTEM OIL
4)
The fluid level should only be checked
at a Fiat Dealership.
BATTERY
167) 168) 169) 170)
63)5)
Battery F does not require topping up
the electrolyte with distilled water. A
periodic check carried out at a Fiat
Dealership is, however, necessary to
check efficiency.
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SERVICING AND CARE

IMPORTANT After the battery is
disconnected, the steering must be
initialised. The
warning light on the
instrument panel switches on to
indicate this. To carry out this
procedure turn the steering wheel all
the way from one end to the other
or drive in a straight line for about a
hundred metres.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at start-up.
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
In winter, the climate control system
must be turned on at least once a
month for about 10 minutes. Before
summer, have the system checked at a
Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
161)Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of
fire.
162)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine
is hot: you may get burned.163)The cooling system is pressurised. If
necessary, only replace the plug with
another original or the operation of the
system may be adversely affected. Do not
remove the reservoir plug when the engine
is hot: you risk scalding yourself.
164)Do not travel with the windscreen
washer fluid reservoir empty: the
windscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Some commercial
windscreen washer additives are
flammable. The engine compartment
contains hot components which may set it
on fire.
165)Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental
contact, immediately wash the affected
parts with water and mild soap. Then rinse
thoroughly. Call a doctor immediately if
swallowed.
166)The symbol
, on the brake fluid
container indicates if a brake fluid is
synthetic or mineral­based. Use of mineral
type fluids will damage the special rubber
seals of the braking system beyond repair.
167)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames and sources
of sparks away from the battery: risk of
explosion and fire.
168)Using the battery with insufficient
fluid irreparably damages the battery and
may cause an explosion.
169)If the car will be unused for an
extended period of time in extremely cold
weather conditions, remove the battery
and store it in a heated area to prevent it
from freezing.170)Always wear appropriate goggles
when working on or near the battery.
WARNING
58)Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they
are not compatible with each other!
Topping up with an unsuitable fluid could
severely damage your car.
59)The oil level must never exceed the
MAX reference.
60)Do not add oil with specifications other
than those of the oil already existing in
the engine.
61)PARAFLU
UPantifreeze is used in the
engine cooling system. Use the same fluid
as in the cooling system when topping
up. PARAFLU
UPfluid cannot be mixed
with any other type of fluid. If this occurs,
do not start the engine and contact your
Fiat Dealership immediately.
62)Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen,
immediately wash with water.
63)Incorrect installation of electric and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your car. After purchasing your
vehicle, if you wish to install any
accessories (anti-theft, phone, etc.),
contact a Fiat Dealership, which
will suggest the most appropriate devices
for your vehicle, and will, most importantly,
advise you if a higher capacity battery
needs to be installed.
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WARNING
3)Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to the
environment. To change the oil and filters,
we advise you to contact a Fiat Dealership.
4)Used transmission fluid contains
substances that are harmful to the
environment. It is advisable to have the oil
changed by a Fiat Dealership where it
will be disposed of respecting the
environment and according to legal
requirements.
5)Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
WINDSCREEN /
REAR WINDOW
WIPERS
171)64)
REPLACING THE
WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADES
raise the wiper arm, press tab A fig.
131 of the attachment spring and
remove the blade from the arm;
fit the new blade, inserting the tab
into the special slot in the arm, making
sure that it is locked;
lower the wiper arm onto the
windscreen.REPLACING THE REAR
WINDOW WIPER BLADE
Proceed as follows:
raise the cover A fig. 132, undo the
nut B and remove the arm C;
correctly position the new arm, fully
tighten the nut B then lower the cover
A.
NOZZLES
Windscreen washer
The windscreen washer jets can be
adjusted rotating the side notch with a
screwdriver. If there is no jet of fluid,
firstly check that there is fluid in the
reservoir (see the "Checking fluid levels"
paragraph in this chapter). Then check
that the nozzle holes are not clogged;
use a needle to unblock them if
necessary.
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SERVICING AND CARE

COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
When the tires are warm, the inflation pressure should be + 0.3 bar in relation to the recommended figure. However, recheck
that the value is correct with the tyre cold. With winter tyres the pressure should be +0.2 bar compared with the recommended
figure for the tyres that comes with the vehicle.
Panda versions
TyresUnladen/medium load Full load
Space saver spare
wheel(*)Front Rear Front Rear
175/65 R14 82T
2.2 / 2.5(**)2.0 / 2.5(**)/ 2.1
(***)2.5 2.5 2.8
185/55 R15 82T 2.2 2.0 2.5 2.5 2.8
185/55 R15 82H 2.2 2.0 2.5 2.5 2.8
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
(**) 0.9 TwinAir 60 HP/80 HP engines
(***)Natural Power versions
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TECHNICAL DATA

Fuse box on the dashboard
To access the fuses, remove the plastic
cover fig. 145. The fuses are in the
fuse box shown in fig. 146.Switch off the engine and engage the
parking brake. Engage a gear (first gear
if the car is parked facing uphill or
reverse if facing downhill) and leave the
wheels turned. If the vehicle is parked
on a steep slope, block the wheels with
a wedge or stone. Always remove the
ignition key when leaving the car.
PARKING BRAKE
To engage the handbrake, pull the lever
A fig. 147 upwards until the car cannot
be moved. To disengage the
handbrake, slightly raise lever A and
hold button B pressed, checking that
the
warning light switches off in the
instrument panel.
119) 120) 121)
WARNING
199)Never leave children unattended in
the car. Always remove the key from the
ignition when leaving the car and take
it with you.
200)The car should be braked after a few
clicks of the lever, if it is not, contact a
Fiat Dealership to have it adjusted.
201)In the case of parking manoeuvres on
roads on a gradient, the front wheels
must be steered towards the pavement
(when parking downhill), or in the opposite
direction if the vehicle is parked uphill.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone if
the car is parked on a steep slope.
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REPLACING FUSES
Fuse location
PARKING
RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS

INDEX
A
BS (system).......................60
Active safety systems................60
Airbag..............................85
ASR (system).......................61
Battery
recharging.....................139
Bonnet.............................25
Boot................................27
CBC system.......................66
Checking levels....................141
Child restraint systems...............75
Cleaning and maintenance
bodywork......................148
car interior.....................149
Climate control system..............21
CO2 emissions....................183
Control panel and on-board
instruments..................36-212
D.R.L. (daytime running lights).......17
Dashboard...........................8
Daytime running lights (DRL)
"Daytime Running Lights"........17
Dimensions........................165
Dipped headlights
control..........................17
Dipped/main beam headlights
(bulb replacement)...............110Direction indicators
control..........................17
Direction indicators (changing a
bulb)............................110
Display.............................37
Doors...............................11
door locking/unlocking...........11
Driving assistance systems..........66
Dualdrive electric power steering.....98
Dualogic transmission...............96
ECO function.......................99
Electric windows....................25
Engine.............................152
Engine compartment...............141
ESC (system).......................60
Exterior lights.......................16
Fiat CODE (system).................10
Fix&Go kit.........................120
Fluids and lubricants...............177
Fog lights (bulb replacement).......111
Follow me home (device)............17
Front airbags........................85
Front ceiling light....................18
Front/rear fog lights..................18
Fuel consumption..................181
Fuel cut-off system.................124
Fuses (replacement)................114
Gear Shift Indicator.................37
Handbrake.........................94Hazard warning lights..............108
HBA (system).......................61
Head restraints......................14
HH (system).........................60
Ignition device......................10
Important information and
recommendations...............214
Instrument panel...................211
Interior lights........................18
Interiors (cleaning)..................149
iTPMS..............................67
Jump starting.....................123
Keys................................9
key with remote control...........9
Mechanical key...................9
Lifting the vehicle..................147
Main beam headlights
control..........................17
Manual transmission.................95
Mode selector.......................97
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)....................113
Occupant protection systems.......70
Official type approvals..............210
Parking lights.......................17
Parking sensors....................101
Performance (top speed)...........180
Pre-tensioners......................73