Get IN AN EMERGENCY -> FIX & GO (QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT) Guide for Fiat Punto SUV 1999-2010

FIX & GO (QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT)

(where provided)

On request the car can be fitted with a quick tyre repair kit, called “Fix &

Go”, replacing the common tool kit and the spare wheel.

The Fix & Go kit is located in the boot under the moquette covering and

it includes the following:

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a cylinder (A) containing the sealing fluid with filler hose and a sticker

(B) with caution “MAX 80 km/h”, to be affixed in a visible position for

the driver (instrument panel) after repairing the tyre;

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a compressor (C) including gauge, connections and tool for removing

the valve body; the latter can be found by opening the compressor

slide lid (D).

IMPORTANT If puncture has been caused by foreign bodies, it is possible

to repair tyres showing damages up to max 4 mm diameter.

The figure shows:

(A): repairable tyre areas

(holes or damages with max. 4 mm diameter);

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(B): tyre areas NOT repairable.

IMPORTANT Holes and damages on the tyre side walls cannot be

repaired; permanent sealing of damages located on tyre tread within 25

mm from tyre side wall is not guaranteed. Check tyre side walls

accurately.

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IMPORTANT Do not use the quick tyre repair kit if

damaging is due to running with flat tyre.

It should be noticed that:

The sealing fluid of the quick tyre repair kit, effective

with external temperatures between –30ºC and

+80ºC, is not suitable for final repair.

The fluid inside the tyre can be easily removed with

water.

The sealing fluid has unlimited life.

Repairs are not possible in case of damages on the wheel rim (bad groove

distortion causing air loss) or tyre out of the limit areas previously described. Do

not remove foreign bodies (screws or nails) from the tyre.

WARNING

Caution! The cylinder contains propylene glycol; this substance can be harmful and

irritant: do not swallow and avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes; in case of

contact rinse immediately with water. Call the doctor in case of allergic reactions.

Keep the cylinder in the case provided for the purpose and far from heat or

children.

The compressor shall not be operated for more than 20 minutes. Risk of

overheating!

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INFLATING PROCEDURE

Proceed as follows:

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Position the involved wheel with the inflation valve (A) set as shown

in the figure, then pull up the handbrake;

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Screw the filler hose (B) to the cylinder (C);

Loosen tyre inflation valve cap, remove valve internal element using

the proper tool (D), taking care to protect it against sand or dirt;

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Fit the filler hose (E) to the tyre inflation valve, keep the cylinder (F)

with the hose set downwards then press to make the sealing fluid

flowing into the tyre;

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Refit valve internal element using tool (G);

Engage and then lock, using the proper lever (H) the air compressor

hose (L) to the tyre inflation valve;

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Start the engine, fit the plug (N) in the cigar lighter (or 12V outlet)

and inflate the tyre to the proper pressure value. Check tyre pressure

on gauge (M) with compressor to obtain precise reading;

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Should it be impossible to reach the pressure specified, move the car

forward or backward for approx. ten metres in order to distribute

the sealing fluid inside the tyre, then repeat the inflation operation;

If after this operation it is still impossible to obtain the specified

pressure, stop driving and contact immediately Fiat Dealership;

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After reaching the proper tyre pressure, start driving immediately to

distribute the sealing fluid inside the tyre evenly. After about 10

minutes, stop and check the tyre pressure again; engage the

handbrake;

Drive with the utmost care to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the

tyre checked and repaired or replaced. It is of vital importance to

communicate that the tyre has been repaired using the quick tyre kit

IMPORTANT Tyre repaired with this kit can be used only temporarily.

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Apply the sticker in a visible position for the driver to indicate that the tyre

WARNING

has been treated with the quick tyre repair kit. Drive carefully especially

when cornering. Do not exceed 80 km/h and avoid heavy braking and

accelerating.

If read pressure is below 1.3 bar, stop immediately and contact Fiat

Dealership. If read pressure is equal to at least 1.3 bar, restore proper

pressure (engine running and handbrake on) and then drive with the utmost

care.

If when restoring pressure it is impossible to reach at least 1.8 bar, stop

immediately since the tyre is too damaged and the quick repair kit cannot

guarantee proper seal, contact Fiat Dealership.

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