Get CAR MAINTENANCE -> CHECKING FLUID LEVELS Guide for Fiat Punto SUV 1999-2010

CHECKING FLUID

LEVELS

3

4

IMPORTANT When topping up

take care not to confuse the

various types of fluids: they are

all incompatible with one

another and could seriously

damage the car.

1

5

2

IMPORTANT Never smoke

while working in the engine

compartment: gas and

inflammable vapours may be

present, with the risk of fire.

F0I0231m

1.28V mechanical gearbox version

1 Engine oil - 2 Battery -

3 Brake fluid -

4 Windscreen/rear

window/headlight washer fluid -

5 Engine coolant

F0I0226m

1.28V Dualogic gearbox version

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1 Engine oil - 2 Battery -

3 Brake fluid -

4 Windscreen/rear

window/headlight washer fluid -

5 Engine coolant

F0I0072m

1.216V and 1.416V versions

1 Engine oil - 2 Battery -

3 Brake fluid -

4 Windscreen/rear

window/headlight washer fluid -

5 Engine coolant

F0I0233m

1.816V version

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1 Engine oil - 2 Battery -

3 Brake fluid -

4 Windscreen/rear

window/headlight washer fluid -

5 Engine coolant

F0I0148m

1.3 Multijet version

5

3

4

2

1

1 Engine oil - 2 Battery -

3 Brake fluid -

4 Windscreen/rear

window/headlight washer fluid -

5 Engine coolant

F0I0211m

1.9JTD - 1.9 Multijet versions

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ENGINE OIL

Checking engine oil

Check the oil level a few minutes (about 5) after the engine has stopped,

with the car parked on level ground.

Check that the level is within the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick.

The interval between the MIN and MAX marks corresponds to about

one litre of oil.

F0I0208m

1.28V versions with mechanical and

Dualogic gearbox

Topping up engine oil

If the oil level is near or even below the MIN mark, add oil through the

filler neck, until reaching the MAX mark. Oil level shall never exceed the

MAX mark.

IMPORTANT If a routine check reveals that the oil level is above the

MAX mark, contact Fiat Dealership to have the correct level restored.

IMPORTANT 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.

F0I0130m

1.216V and 1.416V versions

F0I0205m

1.816V versions

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Engine oil consumption

Max engine oil consumption is usually 400 grams every 1000 km.

When the car is new, the engine needs to run in, therefore the engine oil

consumption can only be considered stabilised after the first 5000 - 6000

km.

IMPORTANT The oil consumption depends on driving style and the

conditions under which the car is used.

IMPORTANT Do not add oil with specifications other than that already

in the engine.

F0I0151m

1.3 Multijet versions

F0I0204m

1.9JTD - 1.9 Multijet versions

When the engine is hot, take care when working inside the engine compartment to

avoid burns. Remember that when the engine is hot, the fan may cut in: danger of

injury. Scarves, ties and other loose clothing might be pulled by moving parts.

WARNING

Used engine oil and filter contain harmful substances for the environment.

Contact Fiat Dealership to have the oil and filter changed.

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ENGINE COOLANT FLUID

The coolant level shall be checked with cold engine and shall be included

between the MIN and MAX mark on the reservoir.

If the level is low, pour slowly a mixture of 50% distilled water and 50%

FL Selenia PARAFLU UP through the filler neck.

MAX

MIN

A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU UP and distilled water gives freeze

protection to –35°C.

Do not remove the reservoir cap when the engine is hot: you risk

scalding yourself.

F0I0054m

The cooling system uses PARAFLU UP antifreeze. Do not

add fluid having different specifications from that already

existing. PARAFLU UP cannot be mixed with other types of

fluids. Should other fluids be added, do not start the engine

and contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

F0I0147m

WARNING

Do not remove the reservoir cap when the engine is hot: you risk scalding yourself.

The cooling system is pressurised. If necessary, replace the cap only with another

genuine one, otherwise system efficiency could be compromised.

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WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW/HEADLIGHT WASHER

FLUID

To top up, remove the cap (A) and then pour a mixture of water and

TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35, in the following concentrations:

❒

30% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 and 70% water in summer;

50% TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 and 50% water in winter.

In case of temperatures below –20°C, use undiluted TUTELA

PROFESSIONAL SC 35.

F0I0145m

Check level through the reservoir.

Do not travel with the windscreen washer reservoir empty: the windscreen washer

is fundamental for improving visibility.

WARNING

Certain commercial additives for windscreen washers are inflammable. The engine

compartment contains hot components which may set it on fire.

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BRAKE FLUID

Unscrew cap and check that the fluid level in the reservoir is at

maximum.

Fluid level in the reservoir shall not exceed the MAX mark.

If fluid has to be added, it is suggested to use the brake fluid in table

“Fluids and lubricants” (see chapter “Technical specifications”). When

opening cap take the utmost care to prevent impurities entering the tank.

For topping up, always use a funnel with integrated filter with mesh equal

to or lower than 0.12 mm.

F0I0055m

IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs moisture; for this reason, if the car is

mainly used in areas with a high degree of atmospheric humidity, the fluid

should be replaced at more frequent intervals than specified in the

“Service schedule”.

Make sure that the highly corrosive brake fluid does not drip onto the paintwork. If it does, wash it

off immediately with water.

Brake fluid is poisonous and highly corrosive. In the event of accidental

WARNING

contact, wash the parts involved immediately with neutral soap and

water, then rinse thoroughly. Call the doctor immediately if the fluid is

swallowed.

The symbol

π

on the container indicates synthetic brake fluid, distinguishing it

WARNING

from the mineral kind. Using mineral fluids irreversibly damages the special

braking system rubber seals.

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