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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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IF THE ENGINE
OVERHEATS
The engine could overheat temporarily
under severe driving conditions. If the en-
gine coolant temperature gauge indicates
overheating during driving:
❒Turn off the air conditioner, if equipped.
❒Take the vehicle to a safe place and
park.
❒Let the engine run at the normal idle
speed for a few minutes until the indi-
cator is within the normal, acceptable
temperature range between “H” and
“C”.
IF THE ENGINE IS
FLOODED
If the engine is flooded with gasoline, it
may be hard to start. If this happens, press
the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it there while cranking the
engine. (Do not operate the starter mo-
tor for more than 15 seconds).
If you see or hear escaping
steam, stop the vehicle in a
safe place and immediately turn off
the engine to let it cool. Do not open
the hood when steam is present.
When the steam can no longer be
seen or heard, open the hood to see
if the coolant is still boiling. If it is, you
must wait until it stops boiling before
you proceed.
WARNING
IF THE STARTER DOES
NOT OPERATE
❒Try turning the ignition switch to the
“START” position with the headlights
turned on to determine the battery
condition. If the headlights go exces-
sively dim or go off, it usually means
that either the battery is flat or the bat-
tery terminal contact is poor. Recharge
the battery or correct battery terminal
contact as necessary.
❒If the headlights remain bright, check
the fuses. If the reason for failure of the
starter is not obvious, there may be a
major electrical problem. Have the ve-
hicle inspected by your authorized
Fiat Dealership.
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❒If you do not find a leak, carefully add
coolant to the reservoir and then the
radiator, if necessary. (Refer to “Engine
Coolant” in the “INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE” section.) If the temperature indication does not
come down to within the normal, accept-
able range:
❒Turn off the engine and check that the
water pump belt and pulleys are not
damaged or slipping. If any abnormali-
ty is found, correct it.
❒Check the coolant level in the reser-
voir. If it is found to be lower than the
“LOW” line, look for leaks at the ra-
diator, water pump, and radiator and
heater hoses. If you locate any leaks
that may have caused the overheating,
do not run the engine until these prob-
lems have been corrected.
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– It is hazardous to remove
the radiator cap when the
water temperature is high, because
scalding fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure. The cap
should only be taken off when the
coolant temperature has lowered.
– To help prevent personal injury,
keep hands, tools and clothing away
from the engine cooling fan and air-
conditioner fan (if equipped). These
electric fans can automatically turn
on without warning.
WARNING
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– Level check ..................................... 192
– Oil life monitoring......................... 89
– Specifications.................................. 191
Engine oil filter (change)..................... 194
Engine oil life monitoring ................... 89
ESP (Electronic Stability
Program)......................................92-164
Exhaust gas............................................ 150
External lights................................63-222
Fiat CODE (Immobilizer system) .... 11
Frame hooks........................................... 143
Front fog lights ........................................ 91
Fuel
– Average fuel consumption
(gauge)................................................ 87
– Capacities/refuelling...................10-254
– Consumption.................................... 247
– Driving range .................................... 88
– Fuel filter ............................................ 204
– Fuel filler cap ..................................... 132
– Fuel gauge .......................................... 84
– Fuel recommendation.................... 10
– Improving fuel economy ................ 168
– Instantaneous fuel consumption
(gauge).................................................... 85
Fuses.......................................................... 215
Gear oil
– Changing .......................................... 196– Level check ..................................... 195
– Specifications.................................. 195
Gearshift lever...................................... 132
General information............................ 245
Glove box.............................................. 94
Hazard warning lights ....................... 91
Head restraints..................................... 30
Headlight levelling switch ................... 94
Headlights
– Bulb replacement........................... 222
– Headlight levelling switch............. 94
Heated rear window........................... 93
Heating and air conditioning system .. 96
– Air outlet......................................... 96
– Automatic heating and air
conditioning system
(Climate Control).......................... 104
– Heating system............................... 97
– Maintenance.............................110-230
– Manual heating and air
conditioning system...................... 100
Horn ....................................................... 68
Identification data .............................. 246
Ignition switch ...................................... 58
Information display.............................. 85
Inspection and maintenance .............. 183
– Maintenance schedule................... 185
– Severe driving conditions............. 190 – Keyless Start system..................... 15
– Opening/closing............................. 12
Drive belt (servicing).......................... 191
Driving tips............................................ 169
– Driving on hills ............................... 170
– Driving on slippery roads ............ 171
– Highway driving.............................. 170
Emergency service ............................ 231
Engine
– Air cleaner ...................................... 201
– Engine coolant ................................ 198
– Engine oil and filter........................ 191
– If the engine is flooded................. 236
– If the engine overheats ................. 236
– If the starter does not operate... 236
– Jump starting................................... 233
– Oil consumption ............................ 151
– Serial number................................. 246
– Spark plugs...................................... 202
– Starting............................................. 152
– Technical specifications ................ 249
– Temperature gauge ....................... 85
Engine coolant ...................................... 198
Engine coolant temperature gauge .. 85
Engine hood .......................................... 140
Engine oil
– Changing oil and filter................... 193
– Consumption.................................. 151
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