Get IN AN EMERGENCY -> IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED Guide for Fiat Punto SUV 1999-2010

BUMP STARTING

IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED

Never bump start the engine (by pushing, towing or

coasting downhill). This could cause fuel to flow into

the catalytic converter and damage it beyond repair.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and space-

saver spare wheel call for some precautions as listed

below.

IMPORTANT Remember that the servobrake and

electrical power steering system are not operating

until the engine is started, a greater effort will

therefore be required to press the brake pedal or turn

the steering wheel.

IMPORTANT If the vehicle is fitted with “Fix & Go

(quick tyre repair kit)”, see the relevant instructions in

the following chapter.

Alert other drivers that the car is stationary in compliance with local regulations:

hazard warning lights, warning triangle, etc. Any passengers on board should leave

the car, especially if it is heavily laden. Passengers should stay away from

oncoming traffic while the wheel is being changed. If parked on a slope or rough

surface, chock the wheels with wedges or other suitable devices to prevent the car

from rolling.

WARNING

The space-saver spare wheel is specific to your car, do not use it on other

models, or use the spare wheel of other models on your vehicle.

The space-saver spare wheel shall only be used in an emergency. It shall

only be used for the distance necessary to reach a service point and the

car speed shall not exceed 80 km/h. The spare wheel has an orange sticker

that summarises the main cautions for use and limitations. The sticker

should never be removed or covered. Never fit a wheel cap on a

space-saver spare wheel. The sticker gives the following information

in four languages: ^CAUTION! FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY! 80 KM/H MAX! REPLACE

^{BY NORMAL WHEEL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE}. DO NOT COVER THIS LABEL

^{IN USE}.

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When driving with a space-saver spare wheel fitted, the driving performance of the

car changes. Avoid accelerating or braking sharply, abrupt turns or fast cornerings.

The life of the spare wheel is approx. 3000 Km, after this distance it should be

replaced with another of the same type. Never attempt to fit a conventional tyre

on a rim designed for use as a space-saver spare wheel. Have the punctured wheel

repaired and refitted as soon as possible. Two or more space-saver spare wheels

should never be used together. Do not grease the threads of bolts before installing

them: they might slip out.

WARNING

The jack shall only be used for changing wheels on the car with which it is provided

or on cars of the same model. It must not be used for other purposes such as for

instance raising cars of other models. In no case should it be used for repairs under

the car. Incorrect positioning of the jack may cause the jacked vehicle to fall. Do

not use the jack for higher capacities than stated on its label. Snow chains cannot

be fitted to the space-saver spare wheel. So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured

and chains are needed, a rear wheel should be fitted to the front of the vehicle and

the spare wheel should be fitted to the rear. This way with two normal drive

wheels, snow chains can be fitted to them to solve an emergency.

WARNING

Fasten the wheel cap correctly to prevent the wheel from coming free in motion.

Never tamper with the inflation valve. Never place tools between the rim and tyre.

Check and restore, if required, the pressure of tyres and spare wheel to the values

given in the “Technical specifications” section.

WARNING

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Please note:

❒

the jack weight is 1.85 kg;

the jack requires no adjustment;

the jack cannot be repaired: in the event of a fault it must be replaced

by another original one;

❒

no tool other than its cranking device may be fitted on the jack.

To change a wheel proceed as follows:

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Stop the car in a position that is not dangerous for oncoming traffic

where you can change the wheel safely. The ground should be flat and

adequately firm;

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Turn the engine off and pull up the handbrake;

Engage first gear or reverse;

Lift the luggage compartment panel mat ;

Loosen the clamping device (A) using wrench (B) if required;

Take out the tool container and take it near to the wheel to be

changed;

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Take the spare wheel;

for versions fitted with press-fit wheel cap, remove the

wheel cap avoiding to damage it;

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Using the wrench provided (B) loosen the fastening bolts by about

one turn. If the car is fitted with alloy rims, shake the car to facilitate

removing the rim from the wheel hub;

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Fit the handle and operate it to partially open the jack. Position the

jack under the car (see figure) at the reference points (C) near the

wheel to be replaced;

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Extend the jack until the groove (D) on the jack fits correctly into

ridge (E) underneath the sidemember;

Warn anybody nearby that the car is about to be lifted. They must

stay clear and not touch the vehicle until it is back on the ground;

Operate the jack and raise the car until the wheel is a few centimetres

from the ground;

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Undo the four wheel bolts and remove the wheel.

Make sure the surfaces of the space-saver spare wheel that come into

contact with the hub are clean and free from any impurities that could

cause wheel bolts loosening;

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D

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Install the spare wheel matching the holes (F) with the corresponding

pin (G);

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Using the wrench provided, fully tighten the four fastening bolts;

Work the jack handle to lower the car and remove the jack;

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Using the wrench provided, tighten up the wheel bolts in a criss-cross

fashion following the sequence shown.

IMPORTANT Do not fit the wheel cap to the space-saver wheel.

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IMPORTANT You will need to change the set of bolts if you want to

change the type of wheels fitted (alloy rims instead of steel rims, and vice

versa); have this operation performed by skilled personnel. You should

keep the bolts and spare wheel in case you decide to use the original

type of wheel later on.

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REFITTING THE STANDARD WHEEL

Proceed as follows:

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Following the procedure described previously, raise the car and

remove the spare wheel;

Make sure the contact surfaces between wheel and hub are clean so

that the fastening bolts will not come loose;

Fit the standard wheel by inserting the first stud (B) for two threads in

the hole closest to the inflation valve (A);

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for cars fitted with press-fit wheel cap, press the cap edge with your

palms (without hitting it) against the wheel;

Fit the wheel cap, making the symbol

coincide with the inflation valve and fit the other three bolts;

Fasten bolts using the wrench provided;

C

(on the back of the cap)

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Lower the car and remove the jack;

fasten the bolts in the order shown above.

IMPORTANT Incorrect fitting may cause the wheel cap to come off

when the car is travelling.

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When you have finished

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Stow the spare wheel in the space provided in the boot;

Refit the jack in its support as shown on the tool container;

Put the tools back into their places in the container;

Stow the container complete with tools on the spare wheel;

Fasten the tool container retainer (A).

Use the extension shown in the figure to fasten or loosen the inflation

valve.

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IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes with Tubeless tyres.

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