Get SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE Guide for Fiat Panda SUV Fourth Generation (2024-2026)

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Proper maintenance allows car

SCHEDULED SERVICING ........... 141

performance to be maintained over

time, operating costs to be contained,

and safety system performance to be

safeguarded.

CHARGING THE

CONVENTIONAL BATTERY......... 146

ENGINE COMPARTMENT ........... 148

CONVENTIONAL BATTERY......... 153

AUXILIARY BATTERY ................. 154

BRAKES ................................... 154

This section explains how.

WINDSCREEN WIPER/REAR

WINDOW WIPER ....................... 154

LIFTING THE VEHICLE................ 155

WHEELS AND TYRES................. 155

CAR INACTIVITY........................ 157

BODYWORK ............................. 157

INTERIOR ................................. 160

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car’s proper operation with your Fiat

Dealership, before waiting for the next

scheduled service deadline.

indicated in the Scheduled Servicing

Plan:

SCHEDULED

SERVICING

check front disc brake pad condition

and wear;

Correct servicing is crucial for

guaranteeing a long life for the car

under the best conditions. For this

reason, Fiat has planned a series of

checks and services at fixed distance

and/or time intervals, as described in

the Servicing Schedule.

check the cleanliness of the side,

bonnet and luggage compartment

locks, and the cleanliness and

lubrication of the linkages;

visually inspect conditions of:

engine, gearbox, transmission,

pipes and hoses (exhaust/ fuel

system/brakes) and rubber elements

(gaiters/sleeves/bushes, etc.);

check the charge status and fluid

level (electrolyte) of the conventional

battery;

visually inspect conditions of the

accessory drive belts;

check and, if necessary, change

engine oil and replace oil filter / pollen

filter / air cleaner.

PERIODIC CHECKS

Every 1,000 km or before long

journeys, check and if necessary, top

up: engine coolant level, brake fluid

level, screen washer fluid level, tyre

inflation pressure and condition, lighting

system operation (headlights, direction

indicators, hazard warning lights,

etc.), screen washer/wiper system

operation and positioning/wear of

windscreen/rear window wiper blades.

Every 3,000 km, check and top up if

required: engine oil level.

To keep the car in tip-top conditions, a

few additional checks which should

be carried out more frequently

with respect to the normal service

deadlines are listed in the Scheduled

Service plan on the previous pages.

Scheduled Servicing is offered by all

Fiat Dealerships according to a set time

schedule. If, during each operation, in

addition to the ones scheduled, the

need arises for further replacements or

repairs, these may be carried out with

the owner's explicit agreement only. If

your car is used frequently for towing,

the interval between one scheduled

servicing operation and the next should

be reduced.

For cars with 0.9 TwinAir engines

(where provided): every 3,000 km

check the engine oil level and top it up

to the maximum level if necessary.

DEMANDING USE OF THE

CAR

If the car is used under one of the

following conditions: towing a trailer or

motorhome; dusty roads; short (less

than 7-8 km) and repeated journeys

with sub-zero outside temperatures;

engine often idling or driving long

distances at low speed or long periods

of inactivity, the following checks

must be carried out more often than

WARNING The scheduled service

deadlines are set out by the

Manufacturer. Failure to have them

carried out may invalidate the New

Vehicle Limited Warranty. We advise

sharing any doubts regarding the

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SERVICE SCHEDULE

WARNING Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining

the frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Warning: simply restarting the

maintenance from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations!

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Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

Years

9

15

1

18

30

2

27

45

3

36

60

4

45

75

5

54

90

6

63

105

7

72

120

8

81

135

9

90

150

10

Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary; check

the expiry date of the “Fix&Go” repair kit (for versions/markets,

where provided)

Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,

hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment, glove

compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)

Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)

Check exhaust emissions / smokiness

Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management

systems operation, emissions and, for versions/markets, where

provided, engine oil degradation

Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody

protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber

elements (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)

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Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear

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Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system and

adjust nozzles, if necessary

Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, cleanliness and

lubrication of linkage

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Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

Years

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15

1

18

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2

27

45

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36

60

4

45

75

5

54

90

6

63

105

7

72

120

8

81

135

9

90

150

10

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Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary

Check and adjust clutch pedal travel (1.2 8V 69 HP LPG versions

only, where provided)

Visually inspect conditions and wear of front disc brake pads and

integrity of pad wear indicator

Visually inspect conditions and wear of rear disc brake pads

and integrity of pad wear indicator (for versions/markets where

provided)

Visually inspect rear drum brake lining condition and wear (for

versions/markets, where provided)

Visually check conditions of accessory drive belt and control and

(for versions without automatic tensioner) check tension (0.9

TwinAir and 1.2 8V 69 HP LPG, where provided)

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Visually inspect condition of various drive belts (1.0 FireFly 70 HP

Hybrid)

Visually inspect conditions of toothed timing drive belt (1.2 8V 69

HP LPG version only, where provided)

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Check tappet clearance and adjust if necessary (1.2 8V 69 HP LPG

versions (where provided)

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Check manual gearbox with drive transmission idler unit (PTU) oil

level (Panda Cross 4x4 and Panda 4x4 versions only)

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Check rear differential oil level (Panda Cross 4x4 and Panda 4x4

versions only)

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Years

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18

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2

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7

72

120

8

81

135

9

90

150

10

Check fuel system operation and parameters using the diagnosis

socket (LPG versions only, where provided)

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Check and, if necessary, top up the Dualogic transmission control

oil level (for versions/markets, where provided) (8)

Change the engine oil and replace the oil filter (0.9 TwinAir Turbo

85 HP versions, where provided) (3) ( ) ( )

Change engine oil and oil filter (1.0 FireFly Hybrid / 1.2 8V 69 HP

LPG versions, where provided) (7)

Replace spark plugs (1.2 8V 69 HP LPG - 0.9 TwinAir Turbo 85

HP, where provided - 1.0 FireFly Hybrid) (4)

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Replace accessory drive belt(s) (0.9 TwinAir and 1.2 8V 69 HP

LPG, where provided)

(2)

(9)

(2)

Replace accessory drive belt(s) (only for 1.0 Firefly Hybrid versions)

Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.2 8V LPG version only, where

provided)

Replace air cleaner cartridge (5)

Change the brake fluid

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(6)

Replace filter inside the pressure regulator (LPG versions only,

where provided)

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Replace paper filter (LPG in gaseous state) (LPG versions only,

where provided)

Replace passenger compartment filter (5) ( ) ( )

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Thousands of kilometres

Years

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1

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2

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6

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7

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135

9

90

150

10

Check the auxiliary drive belt tension, and replace if necessary (for

dusty roads only) (1.0 FireFly Hybrid versions only) (10)

(1) Only ever use the fluids shown in the handbook for topping up, and only after checking that the system is intact.

(2) The maximum mileage is 120,000 km/72,000 mi. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is

used in heavy conditions (dusty areas, especially severe weather conditions, very low or very high temperatures for extended periods, urban

driving, long periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 60,000 km / 36,000 mi. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the

mileage.

(3) If the vehicle is used mainly on urban routes or the annual distance travelled is less than 10,000 km / 6,000 mi, the engine oil and engine oil

filter must be changed every year.

(4) For 0.9 TwinAir versions (where provided), to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to only

use spark plugs specifically certified for these engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the "Engine" chapter in the

"Technical specifications" section) and strictly comply with the spark plugs replacement intervals in the Service Schedule. It is advisable to

contact a FIAT Dealership for plug replacement.

(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, the air cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km / 9.000 mi.

(6) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, regardless of the mileage.

(7) If the vehicle is mainly used in towns and cities and does not exceed the mileage shown on the scheduled servicing plan, change the

engine oil and filter every year.

(8) The level must be checked every year for vehicles driven in countries with particularly severe weather (cold climate).

(9) The maximum mileage is 150,000 km/90,000 mi. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is

used in heavy conditions (dusty areas, especially severe weather conditions, very low or very high temperatures for extended periods, urban

driving, long periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 75,000 km / 45,000 mi. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the

mileage.

(10) The check and replacement, if necessary, must be based only on mileage, regardless of the time.

( ) Recommended operations.

( ) Mandatory operations.

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WARNING If a "quick-type"

by pressing the button (B) from the

sensor (C) monitoring the battery

conditions, on the negative (-) pole (D)

of the conventional battery;

connect the positive cable of

the battery charger to the positive

conventional battery terminal (E) and

the negative cable to the sensor

terminal (D);

turn on the battery charger. At the

end of the charging process, switch the

battery charger off;

after having disconnected the battery

charger, reconnect connector (A) to the

sensor (C).

CHARGING THE

CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

conventional battery charger is used

with the battery fitted on the car, before

connecting it disconnect both cables of

the conventional battery itself. Do not

use a "quick-type" battery charger to

provide the starting voltage.

159) 160)

NOTE After turning the ignition key

to STOP and having closed the

driver's side door, wait at least one

minute before disconnecting and then

reconnecting the electrical supply to

the conventional battery.

NOTE The conventional battery

charging procedure is given for

information only. You are advised to

contact a Fiat Dealership to have this

operation carried out.

WARNING Slow charging of

conventional low ampere rating battery

is recommended for approximately 24

hours. Regardless of the duration of the

operation it is always recommended to

disconnect the conventional battery

from the device as soon as charging is

complete to avoid potential damage.

VERSIONS WITHOUT

START&STOP SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

To charge, proceed as follows:

disconnect the terminal from the

negative conventional battery pole;

connect the charger cables to

the conventional battery terminals,

observing the polarity;

WARNING The cables of the electrical

system must be correctly reconnected

to the conventional battery, i.e. the

positive cable (+) to the positive

terminal and the negative cable (–) to

the negative terminal. The conventional

battery terminals are marked with the

positive (+) and negative (-) terminal

symbols, and are shown on the battery

cover. The battery terminals must also

be corrosion-free.

turn on the battery charger;

when it is recharged, turn the charger

off before disconnecting it from the

conventional battery;

reconnect the terminal to the

negative conventional battery pole.

VERSIONS WITH

START&STOP SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

To charge, proceed as follows:

disconnect the connector (A) fig. 165

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the internal elements are not damaged and

that the body is not cracked, with the risk

of leaking poisonous and corrosive acid.

165

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WARNING

159) 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.

160) 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

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

CHECKING LEVELS

161) 162)

51)

0.9 TwinAir Turbo versions

(where provided)

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166

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

167

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)

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1.2 8V 69 HP LPG versions

(where provided)

168

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)

WARNING

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

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

IMPORTANT

51) 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

Topping up the engine oil (for

TwinAir engines)

BRAKE FLUID

52) 53)

3)

165) 166)

55)

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

NOTE For 0.9 TwinAir, 0.9 TwinAir

Turbo and 1.0 Firefly Hybrid versions

(where provided), 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 COOLANT

163)

54)

The coolant level must be checked

when the engine is cold and must

range between the MIN and MAX

marks on the reservoir.

CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

167) 168) 169) 170)

If the level is too low, unscrew reservoir

cap C and add the fluid described in

the "Technical Specifications" section.

56)

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.

NOTE For 1.0 FireFly Hybrid versions

we recommend topping up the engine

oil with the help of a funnel.

WINDSCREEN/REAR

WINDOW WASHER FLUID

164)

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.

If the level is too low, raise reservoir

cap (D) (see previous pages) and add

the fluid described in the "Technical

Specifications" section.

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

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the way from one end to the other

or drive in a straight line for about a

hundred metres.

UP

165) 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.

54) PARAFLU

antifreeze is used in the

engine cooling system. Use the same fluid

as in the cooling system when topping up.

UP

PARAFLU

fluid cannot be mixed with

any other type of fluid. If this occurs, do

not start the engine and contact your Fiat

Dealership immediately.

55) Prevent brake fluid, which is highly

corrosive, from coming into contact

with painted parts. Should it happen,

immediately wash with water.

56) 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.

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.

166) The symbol

, on the brake fluid

container indicates if a brake fluid is

synthetic or mineral-based. Use of mineral

type fluids will damage the special rubber

seals of the braking system beyond repair.

167) 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.

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.

168) Using the conventional battery with

insufficient battery fluid may irreparably

damage the battery and may cause an

explosion.

169) 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.

170) Always wear appropriate goggles to

protect your eyes when working on or near

the conventional battery.

WARNING

IMPORTANT

163) 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.

164) 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.

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.

IMPORTANT

52) The oil level must never exceed the

MAX mark.

53) Do not add oil with specifications other

than those of the oil already existing in the

engine.

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before performing any operation on

the electrical system, disconnect the

cable from the negative conventional

battery terminal;

completely tighten the conventional

battery terminals.

CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

172) Using the conventional battery with

insufficient battery fluid may irreparably

damage the battery and may cause an

explosion.

173) 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.

174) Always wear appropriate goggles to

protect your eyes when working on or near

the conventional battery.

REPLACING THE

CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

171) 172) 173) 174)

57)

5)

If necessary, replace the conventional

battery with another original battery

with the same specifications. Follow

the conventional battery manufacturer's

instructions for maintenance.

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.

IMPORTANT

USEFUL ADVICE FOR

EXTENDING THE LIFE

OF THE CONVENTIONAL

BATTERY

57) 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.

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;

IMPORTANT

5) Traditional batteries contain

substances which are very harmful for the

environment. For conventional battery

replacement, contact a Fiat Dealership.

WARNING

do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,

hazard warning lights, etc.) switched on

for a long time when the engine is not

running;

171) 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.

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AUXILIARY BATTERY

WINDSCREEN

WIPER/REAR

WINDOW WIPER

IMPORTANT

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The auxiliary lithium battery (A) fig. 169

under the front left seat is maintenance

free. Do not remove the protective

cover for any reason.

58) 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.

176)

59)

REPLACING WIPER

BLADES

175)

raise the wiper arm, press tab (A)

fig. 170 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;

58)

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).

lower the wiper arm onto the

windscreen.

169

F1D0829

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.

In case of a failure, the and

warning lights on the instrument

panel come on. Contact only a Fiat

Dealership to restore correct operation.

170

F1D0100

WARNING

REPLACING THE REAR

WINDOW WIPER BLADE

Proceed as follows:

175) 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.

lift the cover (A) fig. 171, 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).

WARNING

176) Driving with worn windscreen/rear

window wiper blades is a serious risk,

because visibility is reduced in bad

weather.

177) Lift the vehicle exclusively by

positioning the jack arms or the workshop

jack in the points illustrated.

WHEELS AND TYRES

IMPORTANT

178) 179)

60) 61) 62) 63)

59) Do not operate the windscreen wiper

with the blades lifted from the windscreen.

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.

171

F1D0101

LIFTING THE

VEHICLE

NOZZLES

Windscreen washer

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.

177)

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.

If the vehicle needs to be jacked up, go

to a Fiat Dealership which is equipped

with workshop jacks and jack arms

fig. 172.

Incorrect pressure causes abnormal

tyre wear fig. 173:

Rear window washer

The rear window washer jets are fixed.

The nozzle holder is located above the

rear window.

172

F1D0135

173

F1D0793

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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.

(A) normal pressure: tread evenly

worn;

(B) low pressure: tread particularly

worn at the edges;

(C) high pressure: tread particularly

worn in the centre.

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;

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);

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.

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.

SUGGESTIONS ABOUT

THE ROTATION OF THE

TYRES

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.

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.

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

In the case of irregular wear of the

tyres, the reason must be identified and

corrected before rotating them.

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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.

CAR INACTIVITY

WARNING

If the car is to be left inactive for longer

than a month, observe the following

precautions:

178) 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.

179) Travelling with partially or completely

deflated tyres can cause safety problems

and damage the concerned tyre beyond

repair.

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;

WARNING If the auxiliary battery has

a low charge, this will not affect car

starting.

IMPORTANT

60) The road holding qualities of the car

also depend on the correct inflation

pressure of the tyres.

61) If tyre pressure is too low, the tyre may

overheat and be severely damaged as a

result.

62) Do not switch tyres from the

right-hand side of the vehicle to the

left-hand side, and vice versa.

63) Never submit alloy rims to repainting

treatments requiring the use of

temperatures exceeding 150°C. The

mechanical properties of the wheels could

be impaired.

BODYWORK

PRESERVING THE

BODYWORK

Paintwork

64) 65)

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 a build up of water

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;

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could cause damage, in the long term,

to the car;

wet the bodywork with a low-

pressure water jet;

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.

After use off-road

acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses

of the headlights.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Windows

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.

Use specific detergents and clean

cloths to prevent scratching or altering

the transparency.

VERSIONS WITH MATT

PAINT

WARNING Wipe the rear window

inside gently with a cloth following

the direction of the filaments to avoid

damaging the heating device.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

These versions have exclusive matt

paintwork which requires special care

for its preservation.

Avoid parking under trees; the resin

dropped by trees makes the paintwork

go opaque and increases the possibility

of corrosion.

The instructions for good preservation

follow below.

Headlights

Use a soft cloth soaked in water and

detergent for washing cars.

WARNING Bird droppings must be

washed off immediately and thoroughly

as the acid they contain is particularly

aggressive.

66)

Versions with stickers, liner or

wrapping

WARNING Never use aromatic

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

To correctly clean and wash the car,

proceed as follows:

avoid washing with rollers and/or

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wash the car after it has been parked in

the sun.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

WASHING

brushes in washing stations. Then,

wash the car, only by hand, using pH-

neutral detergents; dry it with a wet

chamois leather. Abrasive products

and/or polishes should not be used for

cleaning the car.

Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned

in the same way as the rest of the car.

Where possible, do not park the car

under trees; the resinous substances

that many species release give the

paint a dull appearance and increase

the possibility of triggering rusting

processes.

69)

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.

The use of solvents, waxes,

detergents or similar products is not

recommended for the care of the car

as they could damage the stickers or

cause them to detach. The use of such

washing or cleaning instruments and

methods will therefore invalidate the

warranty.

WARNING In case of water stains

(rings) on the wrapping, remove it,

washing again and drying it with a

non-abrasive soft cloth.

NOTE We recommend using mild

products for cleaning the car.

It should be remembered that a build

up of water could cause damage, in

the long term, to the car.

Wet the bodywork with a low-

pressure water jet.

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 with special care,

such as the door frames, bonnet and

the headlight frames, where water

may stagnate more easily. The car

should not be taken to a closed area

immediately, but left outside so that

residual water can evaporate. Do not

WARNINGS

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 paint, the stickers or the

wrapping.

IMPORTANT

64) 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

Do not use pure windscreen washer

fluid for cleaning the windscreen and

the rear window: dilute it to at least

50% with water.

67) 68)

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INTERIOR

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.

65) In order to preserve the appearance

of the paint abrasive products and/or

polishes should not be used for cleaning

the car.

distance of 40 cm with water at room

temperature.

180) 181)

68) Abrasive products and/or polishes

should not be used for cleaning the car

69) 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.

SEATS AND FABRIC

PARTS

Remove dust with a soft brush or a

vacuum cleaner. Rub the seats using a

soft microfibre cloth moistened with a

solution of water and neutral detergent.

WARNING To avoid ruining the

66) 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.

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.

IMPORTANT

6) Detergents pollute the water. Only wash

your vehicle in areas equipped to collect

and treat waste water from this type of

activity.

Cleaning heat press images on

seats

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Due to the colour, opacity and wear-

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

67) It is not advisable to wash with

pressure washer or, in case of use, it is

necessary to maintain at least a minimum

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moistened with water (not dry) to

restore the seat to its original condition.

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.

WARNING The microfibre cloth must

not have been previously soaked in

other substances or detergents.

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.

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.

WARNING Be careful when using a

steering wheel lock device, where

applicable, to avoid damaging the

leather upholstery by rubbing.

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

180) 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.

WARNING Never use alcohol, petrols

and derivatives to clean the instrument

panel lens.

181) 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.

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.

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