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AIR CLEANER
If the air cleaner is clogged with dust, there
will be greater intake resistance, result-
ing in decreased power output and in-
creased fuel consumption.
IMPORTANT Damage may result if the
washer motor is operated with no fluid in
the washer tank.
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Front and rearWINDSHIELD WASHER
FLUID
Check windscreen washer fluid level in the
tank and if required top up with TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35 diluted with wa-
ter, if necessary.
Do not use “antifreeze” so-
lution in the windshield
washer reservoir. This can severely
impair visibility when sprayed on the
windshield, and can also damage your
vehicle’s paint.
WARNING
Certain commercial addi-
tives for windscreen washers
are inflammable. The engine com-
partment contains hot components
which may set it on fire.
WARNING
Do not travel with the wind-
screen washer reservoir
empty: the windscreen washer is fun-
damental for improving visibility.
WARNING
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To remove the air cleaner element:
Unclamp the side clamps or loosen the
screws, and remove the element from the
air cleaner case. If it appears to be dirty,
replace it with a new one.
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Diesel engine
SPARK PLUGS
(Petrol engine)
For Nickel spark plugs (traditional type):
You should inspect spark plugs periodi-
cally for carbon deposits. When carbon
accumulates on a spark plug, a strong
spark may not be produced. Remove car-
bon deposits with a wire or pin and adjust
the spark plug gap.
To access the spark plugs:
❒Loosen the 3 bolts (1) and remove the
air cleaner Assy.
❒If necessary, disconnect the coupler (2)
while pushing the release lever.
❒Remove the ignitor bolts.
❒Pull the spark plug boots out.
NOTE When installation, make sure the
wires, couplers, sealing rubber of air clean-
er assy and washers, are correctly re-
turned in place.
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Spark plug gap “a”
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1.0 – 1.1 mm (0.039 – 0.043 in.)
IMPORTANT When replacing spark
plugs, you should use the brand and type
specified for your vehicle. For the speci-
fied plugs, refer to the “SPECIFICA-
TIONS” section at the end of this book. If
you wish to use a brand of spark plug oth-
er than the specified plugs, consult your
Fiat Dealership.
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IMPORTANT
❒When installing the spark plugs, screw
them in with your fingers to avoid strip-
ping the threads. Tighten with a torque
wrench to 25 Nm (2.5 kgm, 18.0 lb-ft).
Do not allow contaminants to enter the
engine through the spark plug holes
when the plugs are removed.
❒Never use spark plugs with the wrong
thread size.
IMPORTANT
❒When disconnecting the spark plug ca-
bles, pull on the boot, not on the ca-
ble itself. Pulling on the cable can dam-
age it.
❒When servicing the Iridium/ Platinum
spark plugs (slender center electrode
type plugs), do not touch the center
electrode, as it is easy to damage.
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Loosen
Tighten
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NOTE If your engine is equipped with the
hightension cord type ignition wiring and
you experience some firing problem of
spark plugs, such as, hard engine- starting,
misfire etc., the cause may be located not
only on spark plugs but also on deterio-
rated ignition wirings (generally, used for
more than 80000 km or five years). If
spark plug replacement does not solve the
problem, have the ignition wiring and oth-
er ignition system inspected by your Fiat
Dealership.FUEL FILTER
(Diesel engine)
The fuel filter works as a water sedimen-
tor as well.
Drain water when the fuel filter warning
light comes on. To drain water:
❒Place a pan or ample rag under the fu-
el filter drain nozzle.
❒Loosen the drain knob (1). The water
will be drained.
❒Tighten the drain knob when the water
changes to the diesel fuel.
❒Tighten the drain knob.
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NOTE With disc brakes, the fluid level can
be expected to gradually fall as the brake
pads wear.
BRAKES
BRAKE FLUID
Check the brake fluid level by looking at
the reservoir in the engine compartment.
Check that the fluid level is between the
“MAX” and “MIN” lines. If the brake flu-
id level is near the “MIN” line, fill it up to
the “MAX” line with TUTELA TOP 4 SAE
J1704 o DOT4 brake fluid.
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Failure to follow the guide-
lines below can result in per-
sonal injury or serious damage to the
brake system.
– If the brake fluid in the reservoir
drops below a certain level, the brake
warning light on the instrument pan-
el will come on (the engine must be
running with the parking brake fully
disengaged). Should the light come
on, immediately ask your Fiat Deal-
ership to inspect the brake system.
– A rapid fluid loss indicates a leak in
the brake system which should be in-
spected by your Fiat Dealership im-
mediately.
WARNING– Brake fluid can harm your
eyes and damage painted
surfaces. Use caution when refilling
the reservoir.
– Do not use any fluid other than SAE
J1704 or DOT4 brake fluid. Do not
use reclaimed fluid or fluid that has
been stored in old or open contain-
ers. It is essential that foreign parti-
cles and other liquids are kept out of
the brake fluid reservoir.
WARNING
Brake fluid is harmful or fa-
tal if swallowed, and harm-
ful if it comes in contact with skin or
eyes. If swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Immediately contact a poi-
son control center or a physician. If
brake fluid gets in eyes, flush eyes
with water and seek medical atten-
tion. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Solution can be poisonous to animals.
Keep out of the reach of children and
animals.
WARNING
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With the engine running, measure the dis-
tance between the brake pedal and floor
carpet when the pedal is depressed with
approximately 30 kg (66 lbs) of force. The
minimum distance required is as specified.
Since your vehicle’s brake system is self-
adjusting, there is no need for pedal ad-
justment.
If the pedal to floor wall distance as mea-
sured above is less than the minimum dis-
tance required, have your vehicle in-
spected by your Fiat Dealership.
NOTE When measuring the distance be-
tween the brake pedal and floor wall, be
sure not to include the floor mat or rub-
ber on the floor wall in your measure-
ment. BRAKE PEDAL
Check if the brake pedal stops at the reg-
ular height without “spongy” feeling when
you depress it. If not, have the brake sys-
tem inspected by your Fiat Dealership. If
you doubt the brake pedal for the regu-
lar height, check it as follows:
Pedal to wall minimum distance
“a”: 40 mm (1.6 in.)
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If you experience any of the
following problems with
your vehicle’s brake system, have the
vehicle inspected immediately by
your Fiat Dealership.
– Poor braking performance
– Uneven braking (Brakes not work-
ing uniformly on all wheels.)
– Excessive pedal travel
– Brake dragging
– Excessive noise
– Pedal pulsation (Pedal pulsates
when depressed.)
WARNING
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Batteries contain toxic sub-
stances including sulfuric
acid and lead. They could have po-
tential negative consequences for the
environment and human health. Used
battery must be disposed or recycled
according to the local law and must
not be discarded with ordinary house-
hold waste. Make sure not to tip over
the battery when you remove it from
the vehicle. Otherwise, sulfuric acid
could run out and you might get in-
jury.
WARNING
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REPLACEMENT
OF THE BATTERY
To remove the battery
1.Disconnect the negative cable (1).
2.Disconnect the positive cable (2).
3.Remove the retainer bolt (3) and re-
move the retainer (4).
4.Remove the battery.
To install the battery
1.Install the battery in the reverse order
of removal.
2.Tighten the retainer bolt and battery
cables securely.5.Crossed-out wheeled bin symbol
6.Chemical symbol of “Pb”
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol (5)
located on the battery label indicates that
used battery should be collected sepa-
rately from ordinary household waste.
The chemical symbol of “Pb” (6) indicates
the battery contains more than 0.004%
lead.
By ensuring the used battery is disposed
or recycled correctly, you will help pre-
vent potential negative consequences for
the environment and human health, which
could otherwise be caused by inappropri-
ate waste handling of the battery. The re-
cycling of materials will help to conserve
natural resources. For more detailed in-
formation about disposing or recycling of
the used battery, consult your Fiat Deal-
ership. NOTE When the battery is disconnect-
ed, some of the vehicle’s function will be
initialized and/or deactivated.
These function are required to reset af-
ter the battery is reconnected.
For Gasoline engine model For Diesel engine model
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FUSES
Your vehicle has three types of fuses, as
described below:
Main fuse
The main fuse takes current directly from
the battery.
Primary fuses
These fuses are between the main fuse and
individual fuses, and are for electrical load
groups.
Individual fuses
These fuses are for individual electrical cir-
cuits.
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OK
BLOWN
If the main fuse or a primary
fuse blows, be sure to have
your vehicle inspected by an autho-
rized Fiat Dealership. Always use a
genuine Fiat replacement. Never use
a substitute such as a wire even for a
temporary repair, or extensive elec-
trical damage and a fire can result.
WARNING
FUSES IN THE ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
The main fuse, primary fuses and some of
the individual fuses are located in the en-
gine compartment. If the main fuse blows,
no electrical component will function. If
a primary fuse blows, no electrical com-
ponent in the corresponding load group
will function. When replacing the main
fuse, a primary fuse or an individual fuse,
use a genuine Fiat replacement.
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(4)
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(12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19)
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80A
50A
50A
80A
80A
15A
15A
15A
60A
40A
30A
30A
FUSES IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Petrol engine
Main fuse / Primary fuse
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)All electric load
Power window, Ignition Wiper, Starter
Tail light, Rear defogger, Door lock, Hazard/
Horn, Dome
Heater, Air compressor, Power steering
Radiator fan, Front fog light, Head light
Head light (Right) fuse
Head light (Left) fuse
Front fog light fuse
Power steering control module fuse
ABS control module fuse
Radiator fan fuse
ABS control module fuse
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(26) (23)
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80A
30A
140A
50A
30A
30A
30A
15A
15A
20A
50A
60A
40A
30A
30A
30A
50A
30A
Diesel engine
Main fuse / Primary fuse
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
(13)
(14)
(15)
(16)
(17)
(18)Glow
Fuel heater
All electric load
Light
Sub heater
Sub heater
Sub heater
Head light (Right) fuse
Head light (Left) fuse
Front fog light fuse
Ignition
Power steering control module fuse
ABS control module fuse
Radiator fan fuse
ABS control module fuse
Starting motor fuse
Ignition
Blower fan fuse
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(38)
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