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.
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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.
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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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