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133) The vehicle's driving characteristics  
will be modified with the space-saver wheel  
fitted. Avoid violent acceleration and  
"Fix&Go Automatic"  
kit  
WARNING  
braking, abrupt steering and fast cornering.  
The overall duration of the space-saver  
wheel is about 3000 km, after which the  
relevant tyre must be replaced with another  
one of the same type. Never install a  
traditional tyre on a rim designed to be  
used as a space-saver wheel. Have the  
wheel repaired and refitted as soon as  
possible. Using two or more space-saver  
wheels at the same time is forbidden.  
Do not apply grease to the bolt threads  
before fitting: they could come unscrewed.  
131) The space-saver wheel (for  
136) 137) 138) 139) 140) 141) 142) 143) 144)  
versions/markets, where provided) is  
specific to your vehicle, do not use it on  
other models, or use the space-saver  
wheel of other models on your vehicle. The  
space-saver wheel must only be used in  
the event of an emergency. It must only be  
used for the distance necessary to reach  
a service point and the vehicle speed must  
not exceed 80 km/h. The space-saver  
wheel has an orange label that  
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3)  
DESCRIPTION  
This is located in the luggage  
compartment, inside a dedicated  
container. The container also includes a  
screwdriver and the tow hook. The kit  
fig. 102 contains:  
134) The jack may be used to replace  
wheels only on the vehicle that it comes  
with, or other vehicles of the same model.  
Never use the jack for other purposes,  
such as lifting other vehicle models. Never  
use it for repair operations under the  
vehicle. Incorrect positioning of the jack  
may cause the vehicle to fall. Do not use  
the jack for loads higher than those shown  
on the label.  
summarises the main cautions for use and  
limitations. Never remove or cover the  
label. The following information is provided  
in four languages on the label: "Important!  
For temporary use only! 80 km/h max!  
Replace with a standard wheel as soon as  
possible. Never cover this indication".  
Never apply any hub cap to the  
a bottle A fig. 102 containing sealing  
fluid and fitted with: filling tube B and  
adhesive label C with the wording  
“max. 80 km/h” to be placed in a  
clearly visible position (e.g. on  
the dashboard) after repairing the tyre;  
space-saver wheel.  
a compressor D fig. 102 including  
a pressure gauge and connections,  
found in the compartment;  
132) Use your hazard lights, warning  
triangle, etc to show that your vehicle is  
stationary. Passengers should get out  
of the vehicle, particularly if it is heavily  
loaded, and wait for the wheel to be  
changed away from the traffic. On hills or  
uneven roads, use chocks or appropriate  
objects to block the wheels of the vehicle.  
135) Incorrect hub cap assembly may  
cause it to come off when the vehicle is  
moving. Never tamper with the inflation  
valve. Never introduce tools of any kind  
between rim and tyre. Check tyre and  
spare wheel pressure regularly, referring to  
the values shown in the "Technical  
specifications" section.  
instruction brochure, to be used for  
prompt and correct use of the quick  
tyre repair kit and then to be handed to  
the personnel charged with handling  
the treated tyre;  
a pair of protective gloves located in  
the side compartment of the  
compressor and adapters for inflating  
different elements.  
WARNING  
41) Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as  
possible to have the correct tightening  
of the wheel bolts checked.  
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after driving for about 10 minutes  
stop and check the tyre pressure again;  
engage the handbrake and park  
safely. If a pressure value of at least 1.8  
bar is detected, restore the correct  
pressure (with the engine running and  
the handbrake engaged), resume  
driving and drive with great care to the  
nearest Fiat Dealership.  
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WARNING  
INFLATION PROCEDURE  
Pull the handbrake. Unscrew the  
tyre valve cap, take out the filler hose  
A fig. 103 and tighten the ring nut B on  
the tyre valve;  
inflate the tyre to the pressure  
specified in the "Inflation pressure"  
paragraph in the "Technical  
136) Give the instruction brochure to the  
personnel charged with handling the  
tyre treated with the quick tyre repair kit.  
specifications" section. Check tyre  
pressure on gauge F fig. 104 with  
compressor off to obtain a more  
137) Punctures on the sides of the tyre  
cannot be repaired. Do not use the kit on  
tyres damaged by running with a flat tyre.  
precise reading. If, after five minutes, it  
is still impossible to reach at least 1.8  
bar, disengage the compressor from  
the valve and power socket, then move  
the vehicle forwards by approx. ten  
metres in order to distribute the sealing  
fluid inside the tyre evenly, then repeat  
the inflation operation. If, after this  
138) If the wheel rim is damaged (the  
channel is so deformed as to cause air  
leakage) it cannot be repaired. Do not  
remove foreign bodies (screws or nails)  
from the tyre.  
139) Never operate the compressor for  
longer than 20 consecutive minutes. Risk  
of overheating. Tyres repaired with the  
quick tyre repair kit must only be used  
temporarily, as the kit is not suitable for a  
definitive repair.  
operation, you still cannot reach at least  
1.8 bar after 5 minutes from switching  
on the compressor, do not resume  
driving but contact a Fiat Dealership;  
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make sure compressor switch D fig.  
104 is in position 0 (off), start the  
engine, insert the compressor plug in  
the nearest power socket and operate  
the compressor bringing switch D  
fig. 104 to position I (on);  
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140) The bottle contains ethylene glycol. It  
contains latex that might cause allergic  
reactions. It is harmful if swallowed. It  
is irritant for the eyes. It may cause  
JUMP STARTING  
WARNING  
If the battery is flat, a jump starting can  
be performed using the battery and  
the cables of another vehicle, or using a  
booster battery.  
sensitisation if inhaled or on contact. Avoid  
contact with eyes, skin and clothes. In  
the case of contact, wash immediately with  
plenty of water. In the event that it is  
swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Rinse  
out your mouth, drink large quantities of  
water and seek immediate medical  
42) Punctures caused by foreign bodies  
can be repaired if the damage does not  
exceed 4 mm on the tread and on the  
shoulder of the tyre.  
IMPORTANT  
attention. Keep out of the reach of children.  
The product must not be used by  
When a booster battery is used, comply  
with the utilisation and precaution  
instructions specified by the producer.  
Do not use the booster battery or  
any other source of external supply with  
a voltage above 12 V: the battery, the  
starter, the alternator and the electrical  
system of the vehicle could be  
damaged.  
WARNING  
asthmatics. Do not inhale the vapours  
during insertion and suction. Call a doctor  
immediately if allergic reactions are noted.  
Store the bottle in its proper compartment,  
away from sources of heat. The sealant  
has an expiry date. Replace the bottle if the  
sealant has expired.  
3) Dispose of the bottle and the sealant  
properly. Have them disposed of in  
compliance with national and local  
regulations.  
141) Wear the protective gloves provided  
together with the quick tyre repair kit.  
Do not attempt jump starting if the  
battery is frozen. The battery could  
break and explode!  
142) Apply the adhesive label where it can  
be easily seen by the driver as a reminder  
that the tyre has been treated with the  
quick repair kit. Drive carefully, particularly  
on bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Do  
not accelerate or brake suddenly.  
PREPARATION TO JUMP  
STARTING  
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43) 44)  
143) If the pressure has fallen below 1.8  
bar, do not drive any further: the quick tyre  
repair kit cannot guarantee the correct  
hold because the tyre is too damaged.  
Contact a Fiat Dealership.  
IMPORTANT The positive terminal (+) of  
the battery is shielded by a protective  
cover. Lift the cover to access the  
positive terminal.  
144) Always indicate that the tyre was  
repaired using the quick tyre repair kit. Give  
the leaflet to the personnel charged with  
handling the tyre treated with the tyre  
repair kit.  
Proceed as follows:  
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