engine FIAT STRADA 2011 Owner handbook (in English)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
FUSE BOX fig. 145
To access the fuse box, open the
cover.
fig. 145
F0X0128m
If you need to clean the
engine compartment,
take care not to direct
the jet of water specifically onto
the engine compartment wired
casing.

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FUSE SUMMARY TABLE
Device protected No. Fuse Amps Location
F12
F13
F31
F32
F35
F37
F38
F39
F42
F43
F44
F47
F48
F49
F50
F51
F5315A
15A
7,5A
15A
10A
10A
20A
15A
7,5A
30A
20A
30A
30A
7,5A
7,5A
7,5A
10Afig. 143
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ARight dipped headlight
Left dipped headlight, headlight alignment corrector
Supply for reversing light, relay switch coils on engine compartment
fuse box, manual climate control system
+30 exterior lighting control supply
Brake light switch supply (NC signal)
Brake lights, instrument panel node
Central locking
+30 supply for roof light, glove compartment light, radio
ABS control unit
Windscreen wiper, two-way pump
Power socket - cigar lighter
Front left electric window
Front right electric window
+15 services supply for radio, electric mirrors, central and side
control panel lighting, electric mirror control lighting
Airbag system
+ supply for number plate lights, heater control lighting,
power socket – cigar lighter lighting, radio lighting
Direction indicators, hazard warning lights, instrument panel node

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Device protected No. Fuse Amps Location
F00
F01
F02
F03
F04
F06
F07
F08
F10
F11
F14
F15
F16
F17
F18
F19
F20
F21
F23
F24
F3060A
70A
40A
20A
50A
30A – 40A (*)
40A – 60A (*)
40A
15A
15A
10A
10A
7,5A
10A
7,5A
7,5A
20A
15A
15A
10A
15A
Plug preheating
Dashboard fuse box - basic
Dashboard fuse box - optional
Ignition switch
Anti-slip system
Single speed – Radiator fan first speed
Single speed – Radiator fan second speed
Climate control fan
Horn
Speedometer generator, canister solenoid valve, preheating
control unit, secondary loads, engine management system
Right main beam headlight
Left main beam headlight
Engine management control unit, engine management
system relay switch, engine cooling system remote control switch
Engine management control unit (supply), diesel pump solenoid
valve unit
Engine management control unit
Climate control compressor
Heated filter
Fuel pump, cut-off system
Additional headlights
Ignition-operated +15 positive pole
Fog lights
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Before screwing on the
tow hook, clean the
threaded pin thoroughly.
Before towing the vehicle,
make sure that the tow ring is
fully screwed onto the
threaded pin.
WARNING
Do not start the engine
whilst the vehicle is
being towed.
WARNING
The brake servo and
power steering will not
work while the vehicle is being
towed. You will therefore need
to apply more force to the brake
pedal and steering wheel. Do
not use flexible cables when
towing and avoid jerky
movements. During towing
operations, make sure that the
fixing of the joint does not
damage adjoining components.
WARNINGEXTINGUISHER
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
Some versions may feature an
extinguisher A-fig. 152.
For use and maintenance, follow the
instructions on the extinguisher
itself.
fig. 152
F0X0135m

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Thousands of miles
Thousands of kilometres
Months
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (engine coolant,
hydraulic clutch/brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.)
Visual check of accessory drive belt(s) conditions
(versions without automatic tensioner)
Check tension of accessory drive belt
(versions without automatic tensioner)
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if required
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness
Check operation of engine management systems
(using diagnosis socket)
Check manual gearbox oil level
Replace fuel filter cartridge (diesel versions)
Replace accessory drive belt(s)
Replace air cleaner cartridge
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If the vehicle is driven mainly in towns, the engine oil and oil filter must be changed every
12 months.
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Thousands of miles
Thousands of kilometres
Months
Change engine oil and oil filter (versions with DPF) (*)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Replace pollen filter (or every 24 months)
(*) The actual interval for changing the oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is
signalled by the warning light vor message (if present) on the instrument panel or, in any case, every 24 months.

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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
– engine coolant level;
– brake fluid level;
– windscreen washer fluid level;
– tyre pressure and conditions;
– operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
– operation of windscreen
washer/wiper system and
position/wear of windscreen/rear
window wiper blades;
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have
been designed and produced
specifically for Fiat vehicles (see table
“Capacities” in the “Technical
specifications” section).
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
– towing a trailer or caravan;
– dusty roads;
– short, repeated journeys (less
than 7-8 km) at sub-zero
temperatures;
– engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more frequently than indicated
in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
– check front disc brake pad
conditions and wear;
– check cleanliness of bonnet and
boot locks, and cleanliness and
lubrication of linkages;– visually inspect the conditions of:
engine, gearbox, transmission,
pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel/brakes), rubber parts
(boots/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
– check battery charge and fluid
level (electrolyte);
– visually inspect the condition of
the accessory drive belts;
– check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
– check pollen filter and replace, if
required;
– check air cleaner and replace, if
required.

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CHECKING LEVELS
Never smoke while
working in the engine
compartment: inflammable
gases and vapours may be
present, constituting a fire risk.
WARNING
When topping up, take
care not to mix up the
various types of fluids:
they are not compatible with
each other and could seriously
damage the vehicle.
fig. 152 - 1.3 Multijet 16Vversion
F0X0136m
1. engine oil - 2. battery - 3. brake fluid - 4. windscreen washer fluid -
5. engine coolant - 6. power steering fluid - 7. diesel filter

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ENGINE OIL fig. 153
Engine oil level checkCheck the oil level a few minutes
(about 5) after the engine has
stopped, with the vehicle parked on
level ground.
Take out the engine oil dipstick
A-fig. 153, clean it and then fully
reinsert it, take it out again and
check that the level is between the
MIN and MAX marks on the
dipstick. The interval between MIN
and MAX corresponds to about
1 litre of oil.
AB
fig. 153
F0X0137m
Always top up using
engine oil of the same
specifications as that
already in the engine.
Be very careful when
working in the engine
compartment when the engine
is hot: you may get burned.
Remember that the fan may
start up if the engine is hot:
this could injure you. Scarves,
ties and other loose clothing
may be pulled by moving parts.
WARNING
Topping up the engine oil
If the oil level is near or under the
MIN mark, add oil through the filler
B-fig. 153 until it reaches the MAX
mark.
The oil level must never exceed the
MAX mark.
IMPORTANT If the engine oil level,
after a routine check, is above the
MAX level, contact a Fiat Dealership
to have the correct level restored.
IMPORTANT After adding or
changing the oil, let the engine turn
over for a few seconds and wait a
few minutes after stopping it before
you check the level.

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When the vehicle is used in
particularly harsh weather
conditions, we recommend using a
60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UPand
demineralised water.
fig. 154
F0X0138m
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
The maximum engine oil
consumption is usually 400 grams
every 1000 km.
When the vehicle is new, the engine
needs to be run in, therefore the
engine oil consumption can only be
considered stabilised after the first
5,000–6,000 km.
IMPORTANT The oil consumption
depends on the driving style and the
conditions under which the vehicle is
used.ENGINE COOLANT fig. 154
The coolant level must be checked
when the engine is cold and must be
above the MIN mark on the
reservoir.
If the level is low, slowly pour a
mixture of 50% demineralised water
and 50% PARAFLU
UPby PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS through the filler A
until the level is nearly at MAX.
A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU
UPand
distilled water gives freeze
protection to –35°C.
Used engine oil and the
oil filter contain harmful
substances for the
environment. It is advisable to
have oil and filters changed by a
Fiat Dealership, where they will
be disposed of properly and in
accordance with the law.
The engine cooling
system uses PARAFLUUP
protective antifreeze
fluid. Use fluid of the same type
contained in the cooling system
for any top-ups. PARAFLU
UP
cannot be mixed with any other
type of fluid. If this happens, do
not under any circumstances
start the engine and contact a
Fiat Dealership.