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166)

Conventional battery fluid is

poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact

with skin and eyes. The conventional

battery should be charged in a well

ventilated place, away from naked flames

or possible sources of sparks: danger of

explosion and fire.

167)

Do not attempt to recharge a

frozen conventional battery: first it must

be thawed, otherwise there is a risk of

explosion. If freezing has occurred, the

conventional battery should be checked by

specialised techicians to make sure that

the internal elements are not damaged and

that the body is not cracked, with the risk

of leaking poisonous and corrosive acid.

157

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

CHECKING LEVELS

168) 169)

55)

0.9 TwinAir Turbo versions

174

F1D0097

A. Engine oil cap/filler B. Engine oil level dipstick C. Engine coolant D. Windscreen/rear window washer fluid E. Brake fluid F.

Conventional battery (lead)

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1.0 FireFly Hybrid versions

175

F1D0825

A. Engine oil cap/filler B. Engine oil level dipstick integral with cap C. Engine coolant D. Windscreen washer fluid E. Brake fluid F.

Conventional battery (lead)

159

1.2 8V 69 HP LPG versions

176

F1D0098

A. Engine oil cap/filler B. Engine oil level dipstick C. Engine coolant D. Windscreen/rear window washer fluid E. Brake fluid F.

Conventional battery (lead)

168)

Never smoke while working in the engine compartment: gas and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.

169)

Be very careful when working in the engine compartment when the engine is hot: you may get burned.

55)

Be careful not to confuse the various types of fluids while topping up: they are not compatible with one another! Topping up with an

unsuitable fluid could severely damage your vehicle.

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ENGINE OIL

56) 57)

3)

Check the oil level a few minutes (about

5) after the engine has stopped, with

the vehicle parked on level ground.

Check that the oil level is between

the MIN and MAX references on the

dipstick (B). If the level of the oil is close

to or below the MIN mark, add oil via

the filler fitting A until the MAX mark is

reached.

NOTE For 0.9 TwinAir, 0.9 TwinAir

Turbo and 1.0 Firefly Hybrid versions,

the engine oil level dipstick B is integral

with the cap A. Loosen the plug, clean

the dipstick with a cloth that does not

leave traces, reinsert the dipstick and

re-tighten the plug. Unscrew the plug

again and check that the engine oil

level is between the MIN and MAX

marks on the dipstick.

Engine oil consumption

The maximum engine oil consumption

is usually 400 grams every 1000 km.

During the initial period of use the

engine oil consumption conditions

should be considered as having

stabilised after the first 5000 -

6000 km.

Topping up the engine oil (for

TwinAir engines)

If the message requesting an engine

oil top-up appears on the display, the

user must top up the oil to the MAX

level and then reset the warning from

the instrument panel as described in

the "Display" chapter the "Knowing the

instrument panel" section.

NOTE After adding or changing the

oil, let the engine turn over for a few

seconds and wait a few minutes after

turning it off before you check the level.

ENGINE COOLANT

170)

58)

The coolant level must be checked

when the engine is cold and must

range between the MIN and MAX

marks on the reservoir.
If the level is too low, unscrew reservoir

cap C and add the fluid described in

the "Technical Specifications" section.

WINDSCREEN/REAR

WINDOW WASHER FLUID

171)

If the level is too low, raise reservoir

cap (D) (see previous pages) and add

the fluid described in the "Technical

Specifications" section.

BRAKE FLUID

172) 173)

59)

Check that the fluid is at the maximum

level (the fluid level in the reservoir

must not exceed the MAX mark). If

the fluid level in the reservoir is too

low, undo reservoir cap (E) and add

the fluid described in the "Technical

Specifications" section.
NOTE Carefully clean the cap of the

reservoir (E) and the surrounding

surface. Take great care to ensure that

impurities do not enter the reservoir

when the cap is opened. Always use a

funnel with a built-in filter with a mesh

of 0.12 mm or less.

CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

174) 175) 176) 177)

60)

4)

The conventional battery (F) does not

require the electrolyte to be topped

up with distilled water. A periodic

check carried out at a Fiat Dealership

is, however, necessary to check

efficiency.

WARNING After the conventional

battery is disconnected, the steering

must be initialised. The

warning

light on the instrument panel switches

on to indicate this. To carry out this

procedure turn the steering wheel all

the way from one end to the other

or drive in a straight line for about a

hundred metres.

WARNING If the charge level remains

under 50% for a long time, the

conventional battery is damaged by

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sulphation, reducing its capacity and

efficiency at start-up.

CLIMATE CONTROL

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

In winter, the climate control system

must be turned on at least once a

month for about 10 minutes. Before

summer, have the system checked at a

Fiat Dealership.

170)

The cooling system is pressurised.

If necessary, only replace the plug with

another original or the operation of the

system may be adversely affected. Do not

remove the reservoir plug when the engine

is hot: you risk scalding yourself.

171)

Do not travel with the windscreen

washer fluid reservoir empty: the

windscreen washer is essential for

improving visibility. Some commercial

windscreen washer additives are

flammable. The engine compartment

contains hot components which may set it

on fire.

172)

Brake fluid is poisonous and highly

corrosive. In the event of accidental

contact, immediately wash the affected

parts with water and mild soap. Then rinse

thoroughly. Call a doctor immediately if

swallowed.

173)

The symbol

, on the brake fluid

container indicates if a brake fluid is

synthetic or mineral­based. Use of mineral

type fluids will damage the special rubber

seals of the braking system beyond repair.

174)

The conventional battery fluid is

poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact

with the skin and eyes. Keep naked flames

and sources of sparks away from the

conventional battery: risk of explosion and

fire.

175)

Using the conventional battery with

insufficient battery fluid may irreparably

damage the battery and may cause an

explosion.

176)

If the car will be unused for an

extended period of time in extremely

cold weather conditions, remove the

conventional battery and store it in a

heated area to prevent it from freezing.

177)

Always wear appropriate goggles to

protect your eyes when working on or near

the conventional battery.

56)

The oil level must never exceed the

MAX mark.

57)

Do not add oil with specifications other

than those of the oil already existing in the

engine.

58)

PARAFLU UP antifreeze is used in the

engine cooling system. Use the same fluid

as in the cooling system when topping up.
PARAFLU UP fluid cannot be mixed with

any other type of fluid. If this occurs, do

not start the engine and contact your Fiat

Dealership immediately.

59)

Prevent brake fluid, which is highly

corrosive, from coming into contact

with painted parts. Should it happen,

immediately wash with water.

60)

Incorrect installation of electric and

electronic devices may cause severe

damage to your car. After purchasing your

car, if you wish to install any accessories

(anti-theft, phone, etc.), contact a Fiat

Dealership, which will suggest the most

appropriate devices for your car, and will,

most importantly, advise you if a higher

capacity conventional battery needs to be

installed.

3)

Used engine oil and oil filters contain

substances which are harmful to the

environment. To change the oil and filters,

we advise you to contact a Fiat Dealership.

4)

Traditional batteries contain

substances which are very harmful for the

environment. For conventional battery

replacement, contact a Fiat Dealership.

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CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

REPLACING THE

CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

178) 179) 180) 181)

61)

5)

If necessary, replace the conventional

battery with another original battery

with the same specifications. Follow

the conventional battery manufacturer's

instructions for maintenance.

USEFUL ADVICE FOR

EXTENDING THE LIFE

OF THE CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

To avoid draining your conventional

battery and make it last longer, observe

the following instructions:

when you park the car, ensure

that the doors, tailgate and bonnet

are closed properly, to prevent any

lights from remaining on inside the

passenger's compartment;

switch off all roof lights inside the

car: the car is however equipped with a

system which switches all internal lights

off automatically;

do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,

hazard warning lights, etc.) switched on

for a long time when the engine is not

running;

before performing any operation on

the electrical system, disconnect the

cable from the negative conventional

battery terminal;

completely tighten the conventional

battery terminals.

WARNING If the charge level remains

under 50% for a long time, the

conventional battery is damaged by

sulphation, reducing its capacity and

efficiency at start-up. The battery will

also be more at risk of freezing (this

can happen as early as -10

°

C). Refer

to the "Car inactivity" chapter in the

"Starting and driving" section if the

car is left parked for a long time. If,

after buying the car, you wish to install

electrical accessories which require

permanent electrical supply (alarm etc.)

or accessories which influence the

electrical supply requirements, contact

a Fiat Dealership, whose qualified

staff will evaluate the overall electrical

consumption.

178)

The conventional battery fluid is

poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact

with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames

and sources of sparks away from the

conventional battery: risk of explosion and

fire.

179)

Using the conventional battery with

insufficient battery fluid may irreparably

damage the battery and may cause an

explosion.

180)

If the car will be unused for an

extended period of time in extremely

cold weather conditions, remove the

conventional battery and store it in a

heated area to prevent it from freezing.

181)

Always wear appropriate goggles to

protect your eyes when working on or near

the conventional battery.

61)

Incorrect installation of electric and

electronic devices may cause severe

damage to your car. If after buying your

car, you wish to install any accessories

(anti-theft, etc.), go to a Fiat Dealership,

which will suggest the most suitable

devices and advise you whether a higher

capacity conventional battery needs to be

installed.

5)

Traditional batteries contain

substances which are very harmful for the

environment. For conventional battery

replacement, contact a Fiat Dealership.

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AUXILIARY BATTERY

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The auxiliary lithium battery (A) fig. 177

under the front left seat is maintenance

free. Do not remove the protective

cover for any reason.

182)

62)

177

F1D0829

In case of a failure, the

and

warning lights on the instrument panel

come on, with a dedicated message

in some cases. Contact only a Fiat

Dealership to restore correct operation.

182)

When folding down the front seat,

take care not rest you feet on the auxiliary

battery cover under the seat to avoid

damaging it and to avoid trapping your

feet between the seat and the auxiliary

battery.

62)

Do not rest your feet on the protective

cover of the auxiliary lithium battery under

the left front seat to avoid damaging the

cover or auxiliary battery.

BRAKES

Depending on the version/market,

the vehicle may be equipped with

mechanical wear detectors for the

brake pads: one for each wheel

assembly. When the brake linings

are close to wearing out, pressing

the brake pedal will generate a slight

squeal: this lasts for about 100 km (the

mileage varies with the driving style and

route).

In this case, it is still possible to

continue driving, with caution.

However, contact a Fiat Dealership

as soon as possible to have the worn

brake pads changed.

WINDSCREEN

WIPER/REAR

WINDOW WIPER

183)

63)

REPLACING WIPER

BLADES

raise the wiper arm, press tab (A)

fig. 178 of the attachment spring and

remove the blade from the arm;

fit the new blade, inserting the tab

into the special slot in the arm, making

sure that it is locked;

lower the wiper arm onto the

windscreen.

178

F1D0100

REPLACING THE REAR

WINDOW WIPER BLADE

Proceed as follows:

lift the cover (A) fig. 179, undo the

nut (B) and remove the arm (C);

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correctly position the new arm, fully

tighten the nut (B) then lower the cover

(A).

179

F1D0101

NOZZLES

Windscreen washer

The windscreen washer jets can be

adjusted rotating the side notch with

a screwdriver. If there is no jet of

fluid, firstly check that there is fluid in

the reservoir (see the "Checking fluid

levels" paragraph in this section). Then

check that the nozzle holes are not

clogged; use a needle to unblock them

if necessary.

Rear window washer

The rear window washer jets are fixed.

The nozzle holder is located above the

rear window.

183)

Driving with worn windscreen/rear

window wiper blades is a serious risk,

because visibility is reduced in bad

weather.

63)

Do not operate the windscreen wiper

with the blades lifted from the windscreen.

LIFTING THE

VEHICLE

184)

If the vehicle needs to be jacked up, go

to a Fiat Dealership which is equipped

with workshop jacks and jack arms

fig. 180.

180

F1D0135

184)

Lift the vehicle exclusively by

positioning the jack arms or the workshop

jack in the points illustrated.

WHEELS AND TYRES

185) 186)

64) 65) 66) 67)

Before long trips, and every two weeks,

check the tyre and space-saver wheel

inflation pressure (for versions/markets,

where provided). Check the tyres when

cold.

It is normal for the pressure to increase

when the car is used; for the correct

tyre inflation pressure, see the

"Wheels" chapter in the "Technical

specifications" section.

Incorrect pressure causes abnormal

tyre wear fig. 181:

181

F1D0793

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(A) normal pressure: tread evenly

worn;

(B) low pressure: tread particularly

worn at the edges;

(C) high pressure: tread particularly

worn in the centre.

The tyres must be replaced when the

tread is less than 1.6 mm thick. In any

case, follow the laws in force in the

country where you are driving.

WARNINGS

Take the following precautions to

prevent damage to the tyres:

avoid braking suddenly, racing starts

and violent impact against the curb,

potholes or other obstacles and driving

for extended periods on uneven road

surfaces;

periodically check that the tyres have

no cuts in the side wall, abnormal

swelling or irregular tread wear;

avoid travelling with the car

overloaded. If a tyre is punctured, stop

immediately and change it;

tyres age even if they are not used

much. Cracks in the tread and on

the sidewalls are a sign of ageing.

Have the tyres checked by specialised

technicians if they have been fitted for

longer than 6 years. Also remember

to check the space-saver wheel very

carefully (for versions/markets, where

provided);

change the position of the tyres every

10-15 thousand kilometres, keeping

them on the same side of the car to

avoid inverting the rotation direction;

in the case of replacement, always fit

new tyres, avoiding those of unknown

origin;

if a tyre is changed, also change the

inflation valve.

RIMS AND WHEELS

For the type of wheel rims and tyres

fitted on the vehicle see the "Wheels"

chapter in the "Technical data" section.

SNOW CHAINS

The use of snow chains should be in

compliance with local regulations of

each country. In certain countries,

tyres marked with code M+S (Mud

and Snow) are considered as winter

equipment; therefore their use is

equivalent to that of the snow chains.
Snow chains can be fitted to the tyres

of the front wheels (drive wheels) only.
Check the tension of the snow chains

after the first few feet/meters have been

driven.

WARNING Snow chains cannot be

fitted to the space-saver wheel (for

versions/markets, where provided). If

a front tyre is punctured, replace a rear

wheel with the space-saver wheel and

move the rear wheel to the front axle. In

this way, with two normal drive wheels

at the front, snow chains can be fitted.

Using snow chains with tyres with non-

original dimensions may damage the

car.

Using different size or type (M+S,

snow, etc.) tyres between front and

rear axle may adversely affect car

driveability, with the risk of losing

control of the car and resulting

accidents.

SUGGESTIONS ABOUT

THE ROTATION OF THE

TYRES

The front and rear tyres are subject

to different loads and stress due to

steering, manoeuvres and braking. For

this reason they are subject to uneven

wear.
To resolve this problem, tyres should

be rotated at the appropriate time. This

operation is recommended for tyres

with a deep tread pattern, suitable both

for on-road and off-road driving.
Tyre rotation contributes to the

preservation of the grip and traction

performance on wet, muddy or snowy

roads, guaranteeing optimal driveability

of the car.
In the case of irregular wear of the

tyres, the reason must be identified and

corrected before rotating them.

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185)

Do not cross switch the tyres if they

are "unidirectional" type. In this case,

always take care not to fit the tyres with a

direction of rotation that is opposite to that

indicated: you would risk losing grip and

control of the vehicle.

186)

Travelling with partially or completely

deflated tyres can cause safety problems

and damage the concerned tyre beyond

repair.

64)

The road holding qualities of the car

also depend on the correct inflation

pressure of the tyres.

65)

If tyre pressure is too low, the tyre may

overheat and be severely damaged as a

result.

66)

Do not switch tyres from the

right­hand side of the vehicle to the

left­hand side, and vice versa.

67)

Never submit alloy rims to repainting

treatments requiring the use of

temperatures exceeding 150

°

C. The

mechanical properties of the wheels could

be impaired.

CAR INACTIVITY

If the car is to be left inactive for longer

than a month, observe the following

precautions:

park the car in covered, dry and if

possible well-ventilated premises and

slightly open the windows;

engage a gear and check that the

handbrake is not engaged;

disconnect the negative terminal

from the conventional battery pole

(for versions with Start&Stop system

refer to "Start&Stop system" chapter

in the "Knowing your car" section). If

the battery is not disconnected from

the electrical system, check its charge

every thirty days;

for the 1.0 FireFly Hybrid version:

park the car with the auxiliary (lithium)

battery fully charged;

clean and protect the painted parts

using protective wax;

clean and protect the shiny metal

parts using special compounds

available commercially;

sprinkle talcum powder on the

windscreen and rear window wiper

rubber blades and lift them off the

glass;

cover the car with a cloth or

perforated plastic sheet. Do not use

sheets of non-perforated plastic as they

do not allow moisture on the car body

to evaporate;

inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the

standard specified pressure and check

it at intervals;

do not drain the engine cooling

system.

Warnings for the 1.0 FireFly Hybrid

version

WARNING In the event of extended

inactivity, start the engine every three

months and drive a section of road to

recharge the auxiliary lithium battery.

WARNING If the auxiliary battery has

a low charge, this will not affect car

starting.

BODYWORK

PRESERVING THE

BODYWORK

Paintwork

68) 69)

6)

To correctly wash the car, proceed as

follows:

remove the aerial from the roof

to prevent damage to it if the car is

washed in an automatic system;

if high pressure jets or cleaners are

used to wash the car, keep a distance

of at least 40 cm from the bodywork to

avoid damage or alteration. It should be

remembered that the build up of water

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can damage the car over a period of

time;

wash the bodywork using a low

pressure jet of water;

wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy

solution over the bodywork, frequently

rinsing the sponge;

rinse well with water and dry with a

jet of air or a chamois leather.
Dry the less visible parts (e.g. door

frames, bonnet, headlight frames

etc.) with special care, as water

may stagnate more easily in these

areas. The car should not be taken to

a closed area immediately, but left

outside so that residual water can

evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been

left in the sun or with the bonnet

hot: this may alter the shine of the

paintwork. Exterior plastic parts must

be cleaned in the same way as the rest

of the car.
Avoid parking under trees; the resin

dropped by trees makes the paintwork

go opaque and increases the possibility

of corrosion.

WARNING Bird droppings must be

washed off immediately and thoroughly

as the acid they contain is particularly

aggressive.

After use off-road

After using the car off road, with

significant fouling of wheels, bodywork,

below-engine cover and underbody

protection, it is necessary to wash the

car cleaning the radiators carefully

(engine cooling and air conditioning),

radiator fan, wheels (rims and wheel

arches), under-engine and underbody

guards, in order not to affect their

operation.
Thorough washing of the car, in

addition to ensuring good ventilation of

the brake discs and perfect balance of

the wheels, also guarantees that the

propeller shaft operates correctly.

Windows

Use specific detergents and clean

cloths to prevent scratching or altering

the transparency.

WARNING Wipe the rear window

inside gently with a cloth following

the direction of the filaments to avoid

damaging the heating device.

Headlights

Use a soft cloth soaked in water and

detergent for washing cars.

WARNING Never use aromatic

substances (e.g. petrol) or ketones (e.g.

acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses

of the headlights.

Engine compartment

At the end of every winter, wash the

engine compartment thoroughly, taking

care not to aim the jet of water directly

at the electronic control units or at the

windscreen wiper motors. Have this

operation performed at a specialised

workshop.

WARNING The washing should take

place with the engine cold and the

ignition key in the STOP position. After

the washing operation, make sure that

the various protections (e.g. rubber

caps and guards) have not been

removed or damaged.

VERSIONS WITH MATT

PAINT

(for versions/markets, where provided)
These versions have exclusive matt

paintwork which requires special care

for its preservation.
The instructions for good preservation

follow below.

70)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

WASHING

71)

If the engine compartment is washed

(at low pressure, e.g. in very dusty

areas), this must be done with the

engine cold and with ignition device

turned to STOP. Take care not to direct

the water jet straight at the electronic

control modules or the wiper motors.

Moreover, do not direct the jet towards

the drop catcher area around the

engine oil cap to avoid splashing oil in

the engine compartment. Have this

operation performed by a specialised

workshop. After washing, check that

the various protective components (e.g.

rubber guards and caps) have not been

removed or damaged.

68)

Abrasive products and/or polishes

should not be used for cleaning the car.

Bird droppings must be washed off

immediately and thoroughly as the acid

they contain is particularly aggressive.

Avoid parking the vehicle under trees

(unless it is absolutely necessary). Remove

any resinous plant matter immediately

because, once it has dried, it may require

the use of abrasive and/or polishing

products to be removed, which are

strongly discouraged as they could

potentially alter the characteristics

of the paintwork. Do not use pure

windscreen washer fluid for cleaning

the front windscreen and rear window;

dilute it min. 50% with water. Only use

pure screen washer fluid when strictly

necessary due to outside temperature

conditions. Do not use chemicals/acids to

defrost windows/vehicle glass as they can

damage the paint.

69)

In order to preserve the appearance

of the paint abrasive products and/or

polishes should not be used for cleaning

the car.

70)

Avoid washing with rollers and/or

brushes in washing stations. Wash

the car only by hand using neutral pH

detergents; dry it with a wet chamois

leather. Abrasive products and/or polishes

should not be used for cleaning the car.

Bird droppings must be washed off

immediately and thoroughly as the acid

they contain is particularly aggressive.

Avoid (if at all possible) parking the car

under trees; remove vegetable resins

immediately as, when dried, it may only be

possible to remove them with abrasive

products and/or polishes, which is highly

inadvisable as they could alter the typical

opacity of the paint. Do not use pure

windscreen washer fluid for cleaning

the front windscreen and rear window;

dilute it min. 50% with water. Only use

pure screen washer fluid when strictly

necessary due to outside temperature

conditions. Do not use chemicals/acids to

defrost windows/vehicle glass as they can

damage the paint.

71)

A high pressure jet cleaner should

not be used for cleaning the engine

compartment. The appropriate

precautions have been taken to protect all

parts and connections, but the pressures

generated by these devices are so high

that complete protection against water

seepages cannot be guaranteed.

6)

Detergents pollute the water. Only wash

your vehicle in areas equipped to collect

and treat waste water from this type of

activity.

INTERIOR

187) 188)

SEATS AND FABRIC

PARTS

Remove dust with a soft brush or a

vacuum cleaner. Rub the seats with a

sponge moistened with a solution of

water and neutral detergent.

WARNING To avoid ruining the

upholstery, do not use acetone, acetic

alcohol, denatured ethyl alcohol or

any highly aggressive solvents or

detergents to clean the fabric parts.

Use spotting agents such as isopropyl

alcohol or dry stain removers.

Cleaning heat press images on

seats

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Due to the colour, opacity and wear-

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resistant protection with which the heat

press images on some seat versions

are made, they may be subject to

temporary scratching if they are

touched by finger nails, keys, or other

hard objects.
In such cases, the visible signs do

not impair the profiled images, and

can easily be removed by wiping the

affected area with a microfibre cloth

moistened with water (not dry) to

restore the seat to its original condition.

WARNING The microfibre cloth must

not have been previously soaked in

other substances or detergents.

PLASTIC AND COATED

PARTS

Clean interior plastic parts with a damp

cloth (if possible made from microfibre),

and a solution of water and neutral,

non-abrasive detergent. To clean oily or

persistent stains, use specific products

free from solvents and designed to

maintain the original appearance and

colour of the components.
Remove any dust using a microfibre

cloth, if necessary moistened with

water. The use of paper tissues is not

recommended as these may leave

residues.

WARNING Never use alcohol, petrols

and derivatives to clean the instrument

panel lens.

LEATHER STEERING

WHEEL/GEAR LEVER

KNOB/HANDBRAKE

These components must be cleaned

with mild soap and water only. Never

use alcohol or alcohol-based products.
Before using specific products for the

cleaning of the interiors, ensure through

careful reading that the instructions

on the label of the product do not

contain alcohol and/or alcohol-based

substances.
If, when cleaning the windscreen

with special products, window

cleaner accidentally drips onto the

leather of the steering wheel/gear

lever knob/handbrake, wipe away

immediately and then wash the

affected area with mild soap and water.

WARNING Be careful when using a

steering wheel lock device, where

applicable, to avoid damaging the

leather upholstery by rubbing.

187)

ever use flammable products, such

as petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean

the inside of the car. The electrostatic

charges which are generated by rubbing

during the cleaning operation may cause a

fire.

188)

Do not keep aerosol cans in the

vehicle: they might explode. Aerosol cans

must not be exposed to a temperature

exceeding 50

°

C. When the vehicle

is exposed to sunlight, the internal

temperature can greatly exceed this value.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

170

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Everything you may find useful for

understanding how your car is made

and works is contained in this section

and illustrated with data, tables and

graphics. For the enthusiasts and the

technician, but also just for those who

want to know every detail of their car.

IDENTIFICATION DATA . . . ... 171
ENGINE CODES / BODYWORK

VERSION . . . . . . . . .. 173
ENGINE . . . . . . . . . 175
INTAKE SYSTEM . . . . . ... 178
TRANSMISSION . . . . . . 179
BRAKES . . . . . . . . ... 180
SUSPENSION. . . . . . . 181
STEERING . . . . . . . . 182
WHEELS. . . . . . . . ... 183
DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . 191
WEIGHTS AND LOADS. . . ... 194
REFUELLING. . . . . . . . 197
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS . . . 199
PERFORMANCE . . . . . . 202
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND

CO2 EMISSIONS . . . . . ... 203

PRESCRIPTIONS FOR

HANDLING THE CAR AT THE

END OF ITS LIFE. . . . . . 204

171

IDENTIFICATION

DATA

VEHICLE

IDENTIFICATION

NUMBER (VIN) PLATE

Depending on the version, the plate

fig. 182 may be located to the right

or at the centre of the luggage

compartment (lift the carpet covering

to access it), or on the outside of

the central pillar on the driver side

(open the front and rear doors on the

driver side to access it). It contains the

following information:

182

F1D1044

A

Manufacturer’s Name.

B

Type-approval number.

C

Car type identification code and

progressive vehicle identification

number (VIN).

D

Maximum authorized weight of

vehicle fully laden.

E

Maximum authorised weight of fully

laden car plus trailer.

F

Maximum permitted weight on first

axle (front).

G

Maximum permitted weight on

second axle (rear).

H

Engine type.

I

Bodywork version code.

L

Spare part reference number.

M

Fiat colour code (for

versions/markets, where provided).

BODYWORK PAINT

IDENTIFICATION PLATE

This is applied inside the bonnet (left

side) and bears the following data

fig. 183:

A

Paint manufacturer.

B

Colour name.

C

Fiat colour code.

D

Respray and touch up code.

183

F1D0128

CHASSIS MARKING

This is located on the right side of the

boot rear floor and gives the following

identification data:

car type;

chassis serial number.

MOTOR MARKING

It is stamped on the cylinder block and

includes the type and the engine serial

number.

NATURAL POWER

SYSTEM FUEL CYLINDER

MARKING

If the vehicle has been registered in a

country other than Italy, the certification

data, identification and inspection

procedures for the methane cylinders

should conform to the legislation in that

country. In any case, remember that

the life of the cylinders is 20 years from

the production date as set out in ECE

Regulation no. 110.
Each methane cylinder is identified in

the plant by information stamped on

the cylinder cone.
This stamp contains:

type of gas designed for (methane);

twenty-year cylinder expiry date

(month/year);

cylinder manufacturer name;

cylinder serial number;