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IMPORTANTThe charge in the battery
should be checked every year, preferably
at the start of winter to limit the risk of
electrolyte freezing. This check should be
carried out more frequently if the vehi-
cle is used mainly for short trips, or if it
is fitted with accessories that permanent-
ly absorb electricity even with the ignition
key removed, especially in the case of af-
ter market accessories.
fig. 11
A
F0P0242m
Bright whiteTop up electrolyte Contact Fiat colourDealership
Dark colourLow charge level Charge the battery
without green area (advisable to
in the centrecontact Fiat Dealership)
Dark colour Electrolyte level and No action
with green area charge sufficient
in the centre
CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a gen-
uine spare part having the same specifi-
cations.
If a battery with different specifications is
fitted, the service intervals given in the
“Service schedule” in this section will no
longer be valid.
Refer therefore to the instructions pro-
vided by the battery manufacturer.Incorrect fitting of electrical and electronic accessories can seriously
damage the vehicle. If after buying the vehicle, you want to install elec-
tric accessories which require permanent electric supply (alarm, free-
hand phone kit, etc.) contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified person-
nel, in addition to suggesting the most suitable devices, will evaluate the overall
electric absorption, checking whether the vehicle electric system is capable of
withstanding the load required, or whether it should be integrated with a more
powerful battery.
Batteries contain substances
that are very harmful for the
environment. You are advised
to have the battery changed
at a Fiat Dealership, which is properly
equipped for disposing of used batter-
ies respecting nature and the law.
If the vehicle is left inactive
for long periods at cold, re-
move the battery and store it in a
warm place to prevent freezing.
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IMPORTANT A battery which is kept at
a charge of less than 50% (optical indica-
tor with dark colour without green area
in the middle) for any length of time will
be damaged by sulphation leading to a re-
duction in cranking power.
Moreover, this might lead to a higher risk
of the battery electrolyte freezing (this
may even occur at -10° C). If the vehicle
is inactive for a long period of time, refer
to “Vehicle inactivity”, in section “Correct
use of the vehicle”.
If after buying the vehicle, you want to in-
stall electric accessories which require
permanent electric supply (alarm, etc.)
contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices, will evaluate the
overall electric absorption, checking
whether the vehicle’s electric system is ca-
pable of withstanding the load required,
or whether it should be integrated with
a more powerful battery. USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and length-
en its life, observe the following indica-
tions:
❒when you park the vehicle, ensure the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly, the ceiling lights must be off;
❒turn the ceiling lights off. The vehicle
however, is provided with an automat-
ic system for switching off internal
lights;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g. sound sys-
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on for
a long time when the engine is not run-
ning;
❒ before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the bat-
tery negative cable;
❒battery terminals shall always be per-
fectly tightened.
When working on the bat-
tery or near it, always wear
the proper goggles.
WARNINGIn fact, since these devices continue ab-
sorbing energy even when the ignition key
is off, they gradually run down the battery.

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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.
It is normal for pressure to rise when you
are driving. For the correct tyre inflation
pressure, see “Wheels” in section “Tech-
nical specifications”.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre
wearfig. 12:
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
vehicle is being driven.
fig. 12F0P0191m
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 vehicle seen to at
a Fiat Dealership;
❒avoid overloading the vehicle when
travelling: this may cause serious dam-
age 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;
❒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 vehicle for over 6
years, they should be checked by spe-
cialised 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 vehicle so as to not reverse the
direction of rotation.
Remember that road holding
depends also on the correct
tyre inflating pressure.
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❒Spraying of plastic parts, with a protec-
tive function in the more exposed
points: underdoor, inner fender parts,
edges, etc;
❒ Use of “open” boxed sections to pre-
vent condensation and pockets of mois-
ture from triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your vehicle is covered by warranty
against perforation due to rust of any orig-
inal element of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, re-
fer to Fiat Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paintwork
The paintwork is not only to make your
vehicle look attractive but also to protect
the steel.
In the case of deep scrapes or scores, you
are advised to have the necessary touching
up carried out immediately to avoid the for-
mation of rust. For touching up use only
original products (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in section “Technical
specifications”).
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 vehicles.
On your vehicle, Fiat implemented the
best manufacturing technologies to effec-
tively protect the bodywork against cor-
rosion.
These are the most important:
❒ Painting products and systems which
give the vehicle particular resistance to
corrosion and abrasion;
❒ Use of galvanised (or pretreated) steel
sheets, with high resistance to corro-
sion;
❒ Spraying the underbody, engine com-
partment, wheelhouse internal parts
and other parts with highly protective
wax products; SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen wiper fig. 15
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check
that there is fluid in the reservoir: see
“Checking fluid levels” in this section).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged, if necessary use a needle.
The windscreen jets are directed by ad-
justing the angle of the nozzles.
Fluid jets shall be directed at about
1/3height from the window upper edge.
Rear window
(rear window washer)
The rear window wiper nozzle is located
in the rear window wiper blade.
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Fabric upholstery of your ve-
hicle is purpose-made to
withstand common wear re-
sulting from normal use of the
vehicle. It is however absolutely neces-
sary to prevent hard and/or prolonged
scratching/scraping caused by clothing
accessories like metallic buckles, studs,
“Velcro” fixings, etc. that stressing lo-
cally the fabric could break yarns and
damage the upholstery as a conse-
quence. CLEANING SEATS AND
FABRICS
Remove dust with a soft brush and vacu-
um cleaner. For velvet seats use a damp
brush.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral de-
tergent.Never use flammable prod-
ucts like oil ether or rectified
petrol for cleaning vehicle interiors.
Electrostatic discharges generated by
rubbing during cleaning operations
could cause fire.
WARNING
Do not keep aerosol cans in
the vehicle: they might ex-
plode. Aerosol cans must never be ex-
posed to a temperature above 50° C.
The temperature inside the vehicle
exposed to the sun may go well be-
yond that figure.
WARNING
INTERIORS
Periodically check that water is not trapped
under the mats (due to water dripping off
shoes, umbrellas, etc.) which could cause
oxidisation of the sheet metal.STEERING WHEEL/GEAR LEVER
KNOB WITH
GENUINE LEATHER COVERING
These components shall only be cleaned
with water and neutral soap.
Never use spirit or alcohol-based prod-
ucts.
Before using special products for clean-
ing interiors, read carefully label instruc-
tions and indications to make sure they
are free from spirit and/or alcohol-based
substances.
If when cleaning the windscreen with spe-
cial glass products, some drops fall on the
leather covering of the steering wheel/gear
lever knob remove them immediately and
then clean with water and neutral soap.
IMPORTANT Take the utmost care when
engaging the steering lock to prevent
scratching the leather covering.
INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS
For routine cleaning of interior plastic parts
use a soft cloth moistened with water and
neutral soap. Remove grease or persisting
stains using appropriate solvent-free prod-
ucts designed to preserve appearance and
colour of plastic components.
IMPORTANT Never use spirit or petro-
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Brake fluid level.................................... 162
Brake lights............................................ 143
Brakes
– fluid level......................................... 162
– service and emergency brakes.... 116
Bulb replacement................................. 139
Capacities............................................. 194
Carrying children safely...................... 99
– ISOFIX child restraint
system (mounting)......................... 105
Ceiling lights.......................................... 60
– bulb replacement........................... 139
Central door locking/
unlocking system............................... 72
Checking the levels.............................. 158
Cigar lighter.......................................... 67
Clock...................................................... 16
Clutch..................................................... 180
CO
2emissions ..................................... 199
Cruise Control..................................... 54
Dashboard........................................... 5
Demisting
– front side windows.............28-32-38
– rear windows.......................30-34-38
– windscreen...........................28-32-38
Diesel fuel filter (water presence) ... 132
Dimensions........................................... 185
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement........................... 141
– control ............................................ 47
Direction indicators
– control ............................................ 48
– front bulb replacement................. 142
– rear bulb replacement.................. 143
– side bulb replacement................... 142
Door lock/unlock remote control ... 7
Doors..................................................... 69ABS ...................................................... 82
Accessories purchased
by the owner...................................... 90
Air cleaner............................................. 164
Air recirculation........................31-36-41
Air vents (side and central)............... 28
Air bags
– Front air bags ................................. 106
– Side air bags .................................... 109
Ashtray................................................... 67
Battery
– economizer..................................... 151
– fluid level ........................................ 164
– jump starting................................... 134
– recharging........................................ 151
– specifications................................... 180
Bodywork
– maintenance.................................... 170
– versions............................................ 173
Bonnet.................................................... 76
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Gearbox
– manual gearbox use ...................... 117
Glovebox/oddment
compartments.................................... 65
Handbrake........................................... 116
Hazard lights......................................... 61
Head restraints..................................... 23
Headlight washers............................... 53
Headlights
– adjusting headlight beam .............. 81
Heated rear window................30-35-43
Heating and ventilation....................... 27
Identification data................................ 174
In an emergency................................... 133
Instrument panel
brightness adjuster............................ 15
Instrument panel.................................. 13
Instruments........................................... 14
Interiors ................................................ 172
Interior equipment.............................. 65
Jack ......................................................... 136
Keys ....................................................... 77
Load recommendations.................... 79
Lubricants (specifications) ................ 195
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement........................... 141
– control ............................................ 47
Manual climate control system ......... 31
Number plate lights........................... 144
Paint ...................................................... 170
Parking.................................................... 116
Performance......................................... 198
Pneumatic suspensions....................... 78
Power steering fluid level................... 163
Power windows/window winders .... 74
Pretensioners........................................ 96
Rearview mirrors
– driving mirror................................. 25
– door mirrors.................................. 25
Rev counter ......................................... 14
Reversing lights..................................... 143
Roof rack/ski rack (presetting)......... 77
Routine maintenance.......................... 157
Engine
– code.................................................. 177
– fuel feed........................................... 180
– lubrication....................................... 195
– specifications................................... 173
Engine compartment........................... 158
Engine coolant level............................. 161
Engine oil
– checking the level .......................... 160
– consumption ................................ 160
– specifications................................... 195
EOBD system....................................... 87
Fiat CODE .......................................... 6
Fluid levels (checks)............................. 158
Front fog lights/rear fog lights
– bulb replacement....................142-143
– control ............................................ 47
Fuel
– filler cap ......................................... 91
– fuel cut-off switch.......................... 64
– fuel gauge......................................... 14
Fuel consumption................................ 197
Fuel cut-off switch............................... 64
Fuel level gauge.................................... 14
Fuses....................................................... 146
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ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT
FUEL CAPACITY (litres) COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE
The inflation pressure value for the tires when cold depends on the vehicle version and outfitting. The values are indicated on the
plate on the front left door (see the “Wheels” section in the “Technical specifications" Chapter).
Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres.
90 Multijet 120 Multijet 140 Multijet
litres kg litres kg litres kg
Sump and filter: 6.2 – 5.25 – 5.25 –
90 Multijet - 120 Multijet - 140 Multijet
Tank capacity: 80
Riserve: 8
Only refuel cars with diesel engines with diesel fuel for motor vehicles conforming to the EN590 European Specification
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