check engine FIAT ULYSSE 2009 2.G Owner's Manual

Scarves, ties and loose
clothing may be caught in
the moving parts.Be careful not to mix up
the various types of fluids
when you are topping up:
they are all mutually incompati-
ble and could damage the vehicle.
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CHECKING FLUID
LEVELS
IMPORTANT Open the engine
compartment according to the pro-
cedure described in the “Bonnet”
paragraph in the chapter “Getting to
know your vehicle”.Important. If the bonnet
support rod is not posi-
tioned correctly the bon-
net may fall violently.
Do not smoke while
working in the engine
compartment: the pres-
ence of flammable gas and
vapour could cause a fire.
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ENGINE OIL fig. 3-4
Check engine oil with the car on lev-
el ground and while the engine is still
warm (approximately five minutes af-
ter stopping the engine).
Extract dipstick Aand clean it, then
fully insert it again and check that the
level is between the MINand MAX
reference lines on the dipstick.
The space between the MINand the
MAXreference corresponds to ap-
proximately one litre of oil.Do not add oil with dif-
ferent specifications from
the oil already in the en-
gine.If the engine is hot, be
very careful when you put
your hands under the
bonnet as you risk burning your-
self. Remember that when the
engine is hot, the fan can start up
and cause injuries.
fig. 3
F0B0164b
fig. 4 - Versions 2.2 JTD
F0B0601b
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If the oil level is near or even below
the MIN line, pour in oil through the
filler hole B, until it reaches the MAX
level.
IMPORTANTIf the oil results to
be over the MAX line, go to a Fiat
Dealershipand have the correct oil
level restored.
IMPORTANTAfter topping up or
changing the oil, let the engine turn for
a few seconds and wait a few minutes
after stopping it before you check the
level.
The oil level must never exceed the
MAX line.Used engine oil and re-
placed oil filters contain
substances which can
harm the environment. We rec-
ommend you have the vehicle
seen to at a Fiat Dealership for
the oil and filter change. It is suit-
ably equipped for disposing of
used oil and filters in an environ-
mentally-friendly way that com-
plies with the law. Engine oil consumption
The maximum oil consumption is ap-
proximately 400 grams every 1,000 km.
When the car is new, the engine
needs to run in, therefore the engine
oil consumption can only be consid-
ered stabilised after the first 5,000 -
6,000 km.
IMPORTANTOil consumption
depends on the driving style and the
conditions of use.
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Do not remove the
reservoir cap when the
engine is hot: you risk
scalding yourself. ENGINE COOLANT fig. 5-6Check coolant level when the engine
is cold. The level should be included
between the MINand MAXrefer-
ence line on the reservoir.If the level is low, loosen the header
tank cap Aand slowly pour a mixture
of the fluid specified in the ”Lubricant
and fluid specifications” table in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”,
through the filler neck until nearing the
MAXmark.
The antifreeze mixture contained in
the cooling circuit guarantees protec-
tion down to –40°C.
fig. 5 - Versions 2.0 JTD 120 HP - 136 HP
F0B0444b
fig. 6 - Versions 2.2 JTD
F0B0602b
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Top up only with the
same fluid contained in
the cooling circuit.
PARAFLU
UP(red) cannot be
mixed with PARAFLU11(blue) or
with other fluids. Should this take
place, do not start the engine and
contact Fiat Dealership.
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WINDSCREEN - REAR
WINDOW - HEADLIGHT
WASHER FLUID fig. 7-8
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Remove cap Aand check the fluid
level.
If it is necessary to top up the fluid,
pour in a mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35
fluid in the following proportions:
– 30% of TUTELA PROFES-
SIONAL SC 35and 70% of water in
summer; The cooling system is
pressurised. If necessary,
replace the cap only with
another genuine one, otherwise
system efficiency could be com-
promised.– 50% of TUTELA PROFES-
SIONAL SC 35and 50% of water in
winter;
– use undiluted TUTELA PRO-
FESSIONAL SC 35for tempera-
tures below –20°C.
fig. 7 - Versions 2.0 JTD 120 HP - 136 HP
F0B0445b
fig. 8 - Versions 2.2 JTD
F0B0603b
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Do not travel with the
windscreen washer reser-
voir empty. The wind-
screen washer is fundamental for
improving visibility.Do not start the wind-
screen washer when the
fluid is finished to prevent
damaging the pump engine.
POWER STEERING FLUID
fig. 9
The oil level, with the vehicle on lev-
el ground and the engine cold should
correspond to the MAX reference
line.
This check should be performed
when the engine is cold and with the
car on level ground.When topping up (where necessary)
make sure that the oil has the same
specifications as the oil in the system.
Apply the following procedure:
– when the engine has been started,
turn the steering wheel repeatedly on
the left and on the right; then bring it
back to its central position;
– remove cap Aand wait for the oil
level in the reservoir to stabilize;
– top up to reach the MAX refer-
ence line and put the cap back to its
place. Certain commercial ad-
ditives for windscreen
washers are inflammable.
The engine compartment con-
tains hot components which may
set it on fire.
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Versions 2.2 JTD 170 HP
F0B0443b
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Do not let the power
steering fluid come into
contact with hot engine
parts. It catches fire very easily.The brake fluid is poiso-
nous and very corrosive.
In the event of accidental
contact, immediately wash the
affected parts with water and
mild soap and rinse under run-
ning water. Immediately call a
doctor if the fluid is swallowed.
Oil consumption is ex-
tremely low. If the oil lev-
el needs topping up again
in a short period of time, have the
system checked for leakage at a
Fiat Dealership.Make sure that the high-
ly corrosive brake fluid
does not trip onto the
paintwork. If it does, wash it off
immediately with water. BRAKE AND HYDRAULIC
CLUTCH FLUID fig. 10
Remove cap Aand check that the
fluid in the reservoir is at the maxi-
mum level.
The symbol πon the
container indicates syn-
thetic brake fluid distin-
guishing it from mineral fluid. Us-
ing mineral type fluid would dam-
age the special rubber braking
system gaskets beyond repair.
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USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE
OF YOUR BATTERY
To preserve the battery charge and
its functions, observe the following in-
structions:
– when you park the car, ensure the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly. The ceiling lights must be off;
– the battery cables must be well fas-
tened;
– do not keep accessories (e.g.:
sound system, hazard lights, etc.)
switched on for a long time when the
engine is not running;
– before performing any operation
on the electrical system, disconnect
the battery negative cable.IMPORTANTA battery which is
kept at a charge of less than 50% for
any length of time will be damaged by
sulphation leading to a reduction in
cranking power and a higher risk of
the battery electrolyte freezing (this
may even occur at –10°C). If the car
is inactive for a long period of time, re-
fer to “Storing the car”, in “Getting to
know your car” section.If after buying the car, you want to
install electric accessories which re-
quire permanent electric supply, con-
tact a Fiat Dealership, whose qual-
ified personnel, in addition to sug-
gesting the most suitable devices be-
longing to the Lineaccessori Fiat, will
evaluate the overall electric absorp-
tion, checking whether the vehicle’s
electric system is capable of with-
standing the load required, or whether
it should be integrated with a more
powerful battery.
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Windows
Use specific window cleaners to
clean the windows. Use very clean
cloths to avoid scratching the glass or
damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT To prevent damage
to the electric heater element, wipe
the inside of the heated rear window
gently in the same direction as the el-
ements.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter season,
carefully clean the engine compart-
ment. Have this done at a garage.IMPORTANTThe engine com-
partment should be washed while the
engine is cold and with the ignition key
at S. After washing, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber boots
and various guards) have not been re-
moved or damaged.INTERIORS
From time to time check that water
has not collected under the mats
(from dripping shoes, umbrellas, etc.)
which could cause the steel to rust. Detergents pollute wa-
ter. The vehicle must
therefore be washed in an
area equipped for the collection
and purification of the liquids
used while washing.
Never use flammable
products (petroleum
ether or petrol) to clean
the inside of the vehicle. Electro-
static charges generated by rub-
bing while cleaning could cause
fires.
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INDEX
241
- maintenance indicator............ 54
- scheduled servicing ................ 184
- service
schedule ............................ 185-186
Ceiling lights
(central and rear) ..................... 103
- bulb replacement ................... 168
Central door locking system ..... 22
Central glass/can holder ............. 97
Chassis marking ........................... 216
Cheap running that respects
the environment ....................... 145
Checking fluid levels ................... 189
- brake and hydraulic
clutch fluid ................................ 197
- engine coolant.......................... 195
- engine oil ................................... 193
- power steering fluid ............... 196
- windscreen/rear window/
headlight washer fluid ............ 195
Child restraint systems .............. 42
- passenger seat compliance
with regulations on child’s
seat use...................................... 46
- presetting for mounting
“Isofix Type” child' seat ......... 47
Child safety lock
- electrical .................................... 23- mechanical ................................ 23
Child surveillance (mirrors)....... 35
Cigar lighter ................................. 101
Climate control system ............. 62
- air vents ............................ 63-64
Clutch
- technical specifications........... 221
CO
2emissions in exhaust ......... 233
CODE card
(Fiat CODE system) ................ 11
Compartments under front
seats .............................................. 98
CONNECT ................................... 56
Containing running costs
and pollution .............................. 145
Cruise Control ............................. 88
Dashboard ................................. 48
Diesel fuel filter
(draining the condense) .. 190-200
Dimensions ................................... 226
Dipped beam headlights
- control ....................................... 79
- halogen bulb replacement ..... 163
- Xenon light replacement ....... 164
Direction indicators
- control ...................................... 82- replacing front bulbs ............. 162
- replacing side bulbs ............... 165
- types ........................................... 161
Document compartment............ 98
Door lights ................................... 104
Doors super lock ......................... 22
Driving your car ........................... 136
EBD (Electronic braking
force distributor) ...................... 118
Elastic bands .................................. 100
Electric windows ......................... 105
- anti-crushing system ............... 105
- driver’s door controls ........... 105
- passenger’s door controls .... 106
- sliding door controls .............. 106
Electrical sockets .......................... 104
Electro-chromatic mirror........... 34
Electronic alarm .......................... 14
- deactivation without the
remote control ....................... 17
- programming the system....... 17
- request for additional
remote controls ...................... 17
- switching the volumetric
protection off ........................... 17
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