Get MAINTENANCE AND CARE -> Checking Fluid Levels Guide for Fiat Fiorino SUV Second Generation (1988-2014)

CHECKING

FLUID LEVELS

Be careful not to confuse the

various types of fluids while

topping up: they are incom-

patible. For this reason, the

vehicle may be seriously damaged.

WARNING

Do not smoke while working

on the engine compartment.

Flammable gases may be present. Risk

of fire.

fig. 1 - 1.4 version

1 engine oil - 2 battery - 3 brake fluid -

4 window/rear window washer fluid -

5 engine coolant - 6 power steering sys-

tem fluid

fig. 2 - 1.3 Multijet version

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IMPORTANT The oil consumption de-

pends on driving style and the conditions

under which the vehicle is used.

IMPORTANT Always top up using engine

oil of the same type as that already in the

engine.

WARNING

Proceed very carefully inside

the engine compartment

fig. 3 - 1.4 version

fig. 4 - 1.3 Multijet version

ENGINE OIL fig. 3-4

Engine oil check

IMPORTANT If the engine oil level results

above the MAX level after the check, go

to the Fiat Dealership for restoring the

correct level.

when the engine is hot: risk of burns.

Remember that the electric fan may

start up if the engine is hot: risk of in-

jury. Pay attention to scarves, ties and

other loose fitting garments: they may

be dragged by moving parts.

Check the oil level a few minutes (about 5)

after the engine has stopped, with the ve-

hicle parked on level ground.

IMPORTANT After adding or changing

the oil, let the engine turn over for a few

seconds and wait a few minutes after turn-

ing it off before you check the level.

Extract the test rod A and clean it. Then,

put it back all the way down and extract

it again to check that the level ranges be-

tween the MIN and MAX levels on the

rod. The range between the MIN and The maximum engine oil consumption is

MAX levels corresponds to approxi- usually 400 grams every 1000 km.

mately 1 litre of oil.

Engine oil consumption

Exhausted engine oil and oil

filter contain substances

which are dangerous for the

environment. For oil and filter

changing, we recommend contacting a

Fiat Dealership.

When the vehicle is new, the engine needs

to be run in. Therefore, the engine oil con-

Topping up the engine oil

sumption can only be considered stabilised

after the first 5,000 - 6,000 km.

If the oil level is near or even under the

MIN line, add oil through the filler B to

reach the MAX line.

Oil level must never exceed the MAX

line.

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PARAFLU UP antifreeze is

used in the engine cooling sys-

tem. Use fluid of the same

type contained in the cooling

system for top-ups. PARAFLU UP may

not be mixed with other types of fluids.

If it is, do not start the engine and con-

tact the Fiat Dealership.

fig. 5

fig. 6

WARNING

When the engine is extreme-

ly hot, do not remove the

FLUID FOR ENGINE

COOLING SYSTEM

WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW

WASHING FLUID

The coolant level must be checked when

the engine is cold and must not drop be-

low the MIN line on the vessel.

To add fluid lift the cap A-fig. 6 and pour

in a mixture of water and TUTELA

PROFESSIONAL SC 35 fluid, in the

following proportions:

cap from the vessel: risk of burns.

The cooling system is pressurised. If

required, replace the cap with an

original spare part so as not to jeop-

ardise system efficiency.

If the level is too low, slowly pour a mix-

ture of 50% distilled water and of FL

Selenia PARAFLU UP into the filler

A-fig. 5 of the vessel.

❒ 30% of TUTELA PROFESSIONAL

SC 35 and 70% of water in summer;

❒ 50% of TUTELA PROFESSIONAL

SC 35 and 50% of water in winter.

A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU UP and

distilled water gives freeze protection up

to –35°C.

In case of temperatures below –20°C, use

undiluted TUTELA PROFESSIONAL

SC35 fluid.

When the vehicle is used under particu-

larly harsh weather conditions, we rec-

ommend using a 60-40 mixture of

PARAFLU UP and demineralised water.

Check level through the reservoir.

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For topping up always use a funnel with

built-in filter (mesh smaller than or equal

to 0.12 mm).

WARNING

Do not travel with the wind-

screen washing reservoir

empty: the action of the windscreen

washer is essential for improving vis-

ibility.

IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs mois-

ture. For this reason, if the vehicle is main-

ly used in areas with a high degree of at-

mospheric humidity, the fluid should be

replaced at more frequent intervals than

specified in the “Scheduled servicing plan”.

fig. 7

WARNING

Some commercial additives

for windscreen washing are

BRAKE FLUID

Prevent brake fluid which is

highly corrosive from coming

into contact with painted

parts. Should that occur, im-

mediately wash with water.

flammable. The engine compartment

contains hot parts which could start

a fire if they come into contact.

Release cap A-fig. 7. Check that the liq-

uid contained in the tank is at the maxi-

mum level.

Fluid level in the reservoir must not ex-

ceed the MAX mark.

Use the brake fluid shown in the “Fluids

and lubricants” table (see section “Tech-

nical Specifications”). When opening the

cap A, make sure that no dirt gets into the

reservoir.

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WARNING

The brake fluid is poisonous

and highly corrosive. In case

WARNING

Prevent power steering fluid

from coming into contact

of accidental contact, wash the parts

with water and mild soap and rinse

with plenty of water. If swallowed im-

mediately call a doctor.

with hot engine parts: it is flammable.

Oil consumption is extremely

low. If another top-up is re-

quired after only a short pe-

riod of time, have the system

checked for leakage at a Fiat Dealer-

ship.

fig. 8

WARNING

POWER STEERING

SYSTEM FLUID

The symbol

π

on the con-

tainer indicates a synthetic

brake fluid, which is different from a

mineral fluid. Use of a mineral type

fluid will damage the special rubber

seals of the braking system beyond re-

pair.

Unscrew the cap A-fig. 8. Check that the

fluid contained in the tank is between the

MIN and MAX levels visible on the reser-

voir. The level may go over the MAX line

when the oil is hot.

If topping up is required, make sure the

new oil has the same specifications as that

already in the system.

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