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2011-2018 Fiat Punto SUV SERVICING AND CARE User Manual

MY CAR USER MANUAL

SERVICING AND CARE for Your Fiat Punto SUV 2011-2018

SERVICING AND CARE  
Correct servicing permits the  
performance of the vehicle to be  
maintained over time, as well as limited  
running costs and safeguarding the  
efficiency of the safety systems.  
SCHEDULED SERVICING...............111  
ENGINE COMPARTMENT...............122  
BATTERY RECHARGING ................127  
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW  
WIPER ............................................128  
This chapter explains how.  
LIFTING THE VEHICLE....................129  
WHEELS AND TYRES.....................129  
110  
IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing  
interventions are set out by the  
Manufacturer. Failure to have them  
carried out may invalidate the warranty.  
It is advisable to inform a Fiat  
Dealership of any small operating  
irregularities without waiting for the next  
service.  
DEMANDING USE OF THE  
CAR  
SCHEDULED  
SERVICING  
If the vehicle is used under one of the  
following conditions: law enforcement  
(or security services), public service  
(taxi), towing a trailer or motorhome;  
dusty roads; short (less than 7-8 km)  
and repeated journeys with sub-zero  
outside temperatures; engine often  
idling or driving long distances at low  
speed or long periods of inactivity,  
the following checks must be carried  
out more often than indicated in the  
Scheduled Servicing Plan:  
Correct servicing is crucial for  
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle  
under the best conditions. For this  
reason, Fiat has planned a series of  
checks and services at fixed distance  
intervals and, where provided, at fixed  
time intervals, as described in the  
Scheduled Servicing Plan.  
PERIODIC CHECKS  
Every 1,000 km or before long  
Before each service, it is always  
necessary to carefully follow the  
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing  
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of  
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).  
journeys, check and if necessary, top  
up: engine coolant level, brake fluid  
level, screen washer fluid level, tyre  
inflation pressure and condition, lighting  
system operation (headlights, direction  
indicators, hazard warning lights, etc.),  
screen washer/wiper system operation  
and positioning/wear of windscreen/  
rear window wiper blades.  
check front disc brake pad condition  
and wear;  
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all  
Fiat Dealerships according to a set time  
schedule. If, during each operation, in  
addition to the ones scheduled, the  
need arises for further replacements or  
repairs, these may be carried out with  
the owner's explicit agreement only.  
If your vehicle is used frequently for  
towing, the interval between one  
service operation and the next should  
be reduced.  
check cleanliness of bonnet and  
luggage compartment locks,  
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;  
Every 3,000 km, check and top up the  
engine oil level.  
visually inspect conditions of:  
engine, gearbox, transmission, pipes  
and hoses (exhaust/fuel system/brakes)  
and rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/  
bushes, etc.);  
check battery charge and battery  
fluid level (electrolyte);  
visually inspect conditions of the  
accessory drive belts;  
check and, if necessary, change  
engine oil and replace oil filter / pollen  
filter / air cleaner.  
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (petrol versions)  
The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 120,000 km/8 years, must be cyclically repeated starting from  
the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.  
Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
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18  
30  
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27  
45  
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36  
60  
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45  
75  
5
54  
90  
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63  
105  
7
72  
120  
8
81  
135  
9
90  
150  
10  
Check tyre condition/wear and  
adjust pressure, if necessary; check  
the expiry date of the “Fix&Go  
Automatic” repair kit (for versions/  
markets, where provided)  
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Check operation of lighting system  
(headlights, direction indicators,  
hazard warning lights, boot,  
passenger compartment, glove  
compartment, instrument panel  
warning lights, etc.)  
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Check and, if necessary, top up fluid  
levels (1)  
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Check exhaust emissions/  
smokiness  
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.  
112  
Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
9
15  
1
18  
30  
2
27  
45  
3
36  
60  
4
45  
75  
5
54  
90  
6
63  
105  
7
72  
120  
8
81  
135  
9
90  
150  
10  
Use the diagnosis socket to check  
supply/engine management systems  
operation, emissions and, for  
versions/markets, where provided,  
engine oil degradation  
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Visually inspect conditions of:  
exterior bodywork, underbody  
protection, pipes and hoses  
(exhaust, fuel system, brakes),  
rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,  
bushes, etc.)  
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Check windscreen/rear window  
wiper blade position/wear  
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Check operation of windscreen  
washer system and adjust jets if  
necessary  
Check cleanliness of bonnet and  
luggage compartment locks,  
cleanliness and lubrication of  
linkage;  
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Check handbrake lever travel and  
adjust, if necessary  
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Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
9
15  
1
18  
30  
2
27  
45  
3
36  
60  
4
45  
75  
5
54  
90  
6
63  
105  
7
72  
120  
8
81  
135  
9
90  
150  
10  
Visually inspect conditions and wear  
of front disc brake pads and  
operation of pad wear indicator  
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Check condition and wear of rear  
disc brake pads (for versions/  
markets where provided)  
Visually inspect rear drum brake  
lining condition and wear (for  
versions/markets, where provided)  
Visually inspect conditions and  
check the tension of the accessory  
drive belt(s)  
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Visually inspect conditions of  
toothed timing drive belt  
Check tappet clearance and adjust,  
if necessary (1.2 8V - 1.4 8V  
versions)  
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Check and, if necessary, top-up the  
Dualogic gearbox oil level (2)  
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(2) Level check must be carried out every year for vehicles running in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).  
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Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
9
15  
1
18  
30  
2
27  
45  
3
36  
60  
4
45  
75  
5
54  
90  
6
63  
105  
7
72  
120  
8
81  
135  
9
90  
150  
10  
Visually inspect condition of: LPG  
pipes and connectors, LPG tank  
fixing (LPG versions only)  
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Visually inspect condition of:  
methane pipes and connectors and  
methane cylinder fastening, restore if  
necessary (Natural Power versions  
only)  
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Check pressure regulator and  
replace internal filter, if necessary  
(Natural Power versions only)  
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Check fuel system operation and  
parameters using self-diagnosis  
socket (Natural Power and LPG  
versions only)  
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Check mechanical tappet clearance  
and restore, if necessary (Natural  
Power and LPG versions only)  
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Check tightening torque of cylinder  
fastening bands (Natural Power  
versions only)  
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Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
9
15  
1
18  
30  
2
27  
45  
3
36  
60  
4
45  
75  
5
54  
90  
6
63  
105  
7
72  
120  
8
81  
135  
9
90  
150  
10  
Change engine oil and replace oil  
filter (3) (O) (●)  
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Spark plug replacement  
(4)  
(4)  
Replace accessory drive belt/s  
Replace the toothed timing drive  
belt  
Replace air cleaner cartridge (5)  
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(3) If the vehicle is used mainly on urban routes or the annual distance travelled is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and engine oil filter must be changed every  
year.  
(O)Recommended operations  
(●) Mandatory operations  
(4) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. Dusty areas  
and/or demanding use of the vehicle (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4  
years, regardless of distance travelled.  
(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.  
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Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
9
15  
1
18  
30  
2
27  
45  
3
36  
60  
4
45  
75  
5
54  
90  
6
63  
105  
7
72  
120  
8
81  
135  
9
90  
150  
10  
(6)  
Change the brake fluid  
Replace the passenger  
compartment cleaner (5) (O) (●)  
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Replace filter inside the pressure  
regulator (LPG versions only)  
LPG filter replacement (LPG versions  
only)  
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(6) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.  
(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.  
(O) Recommended operations  
(●) Mandatory operations  
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (Diesel versions)  
The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 120,000 km/6 years, must be cyclically repeated starting from  
the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.  
Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
12  
20  
1
24  
40  
2
36  
60  
3
48  
80  
4
60  
100  
5
72  
120  
6
84  
140  
7
96  
160  
8
108  
180  
9
120  
200  
10  
Check tyre condition/wear and  
adjust pressure, if necessary; check  
the expiry date of the “Fix&Go  
Automatic” repair kit (for versions/  
markets, where provided)  
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Check operation of lighting system  
(headlights, direction indicators,  
hazard warning lights, boot,  
passenger compartment, glove  
compartment, instrument panel  
warning lights, etc.)  
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Check and, if necessary, top up  
fluid levels (1)  
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Check exhaust emissions/  
smokiness  
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.  
118  
Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
12  
20  
1
24  
40  
2
36  
60  
3
48  
80  
4
60  
100  
5
72  
120  
6
84  
140  
7
96  
160  
8
108  
180  
9
120  
200  
10  
Use the diagnosis socket to check  
supply/engine management  
systems operation, emissions and,  
for versions/markets, where  
provided, engine oil degradation  
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●
Visually inspect conditions of:  
exterior bodywork, underbody  
protection, pipes and hoses  
(exhaust, fuel system, brakes),  
rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,  
bushes, etc.)  
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●
Check windscreen/rear window  
wiper blade position/wear  
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Check operation of windscreen  
washer system and adjust jets if  
necessary  
Check cleanliness of bonnet and  
luggage compartment locks,  
cleanliness and lubrication of  
linkage;  
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Check handbrake lever travel and  
adjust, if necessary  
119  
Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
12  
20  
1
24  
40  
2
36  
60  
3
48  
80  
4
60  
100  
5
72  
120  
6
84  
140  
7
96  
160  
8
108  
180  
9
120  
200  
10  
Visually inspect conditions and wear  
of front disc brake pads and  
operation of pad wear indicator  
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Check conditions and wear of rear  
disc brake pads (for versions/  
markets, where provided) and  
operation of pad wear indicator  
Visually inspect rear drum brake  
lining condition and wear (for  
versions/markets, where provided)  
Visually inspect condition of the  
accessory drive belt(s)  
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Check timing chain automatic  
tensioner travel (2)  
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(2) To be done only on law enforcement or security service vehicles only.  
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Thousands of miles  
Thousands of kilometres  
Years  
12  
20  
1
24  
40  
2
36  
60  
3
48  
80  
4
60  
100  
5
72  
120  
6
84  
140  
7
96  
160  
8
108  
180  
9
120  
200  
10  
Change engine oil and replace oil  
filter  
(3)  
(4)  
Replace accessory drive belt/s  
Replace fuel filter cartridge (5)  
Replace air cleaner cartridge (6)  
Change the brake fluid  
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Replace the passenger  
compartment cleaner (6) (O) (●)  
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(3) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or  
message in the instrument panel. In any case, it must never exceed 2 years. If the vehicle is mainly used in towns and cities and/or is used heavily, change the  
engine oil and filter every year.  
(4) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. Dusty areas  
and/or demanding use of the vehicle (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4  
years, regardless of distance travelled.  
(5) If the vehicle runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 20,000 km  
(6) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 20,000 km  
(7) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every 2 years, irrespective of the mileage.  
(O) Recommended operations  
(●) Mandatory operations  
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT  
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CHECKING LEVELS  
153) 154)  
45)  
0.9 TwinAir Turbo versions  
F1E0809  
107  
1. Engine coolant fluid 2. Battery 3. Windscreen washer fluid 4. Brake fluid 5. Engine oil  
122  
1.2 / 1.4 8V versions  
F1E0649  
108  
1. Engine coolant fluid 2. Battery 3. Windscreen washer fluid 4. Brake fluid 5. Engine oil  
123  
1.3 MultiJet versions  
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1
5
4
3
2
F1E4999  
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1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine coolant fluid 4. Windscreen washer fluid 5. Brake fluid 6. Battery  
124  
ENGINE OIL  
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID  
BATTERY  
46) 47)  
4)  
155)  
48)  
159) 160) 161) 162)  
The coolant level must be checked  
when the engine is cold and must  
range between the MIN and MAX  
marks on the reservoir. If the level is too  
low, unscrew the reservoir cap and  
add the fluid described in the "Technical  
Specifications" chapter.  
160)  
6)  
Check the oil level a few minutes (about  
five) after the engine has stopped,  
with the car parked on level ground.  
Check that the oil level is between the  
MIN and MAX references on the  
dipstick. If the level of the oil is close to  
or below the MIN mark, add oil via  
the filler fitting until the MAX mark is  
reached.  
The battery does not require the  
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled  
water. A periodic check carried out at  
a Fiat Dealership is, however, necessary  
to check efficiency.  
WINDSCREEN / REAR  
WINDOW / HEADLIGHT  
WASHING FLUID  
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains  
under 50% for a long time, the battery  
is damaged by sulphation, reducing  
its capacity and efficiency at start-up.  
TwinAir Turbo 0.9 versions: on these  
versions the engine oil level dipstick is  
integral with the cap.  
156)  
If the level is too low, lift the reservoir  
cap and add the fluid described in the  
"Technical Specifications" chapter.  
CLIMATE CONTROL  
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE  
Take out the engine oil dipstick, clean it  
with a lint-free cloth and reinsert it.  
Extract it again and check that the level  
is between the MIN and MAX marks  
on the dipstick.  
In winter, the climate control system  
must be turned on at least once a  
month for about 10 minutes. Before  
summer, have the system checked at a  
Fiat Dealership.  
BRAKE FLUID  
157) 158)  
49)  
Check that the fluid is at the maximum  
level (the fluid level in the reservoir  
must not exceed the MAX mark). If the  
fluid level in the reservoir is too low,  
undo the reservoir cap and add the fluid  
described in the "Technical  
Engine oil consumption: the  
maximum engine oil consumption is  
usually 400 grams every 1000 km.  
During the initial period of use the  
engine oil consumption conditions  
should be considered as having  
stabilised after the first 5000 - 6000  
km.  
WARNING  
Specifications" chapter.  
153) Never smoke while working in the  
engine compartment: gas and inflammable  
vapours may be present, with the risk of  
fire.  
DUALOGIC GEARBOX  
HYDRAULIC ACTIVATION  
SYSTEM OIL  
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.  
5)  
154) Be very careful when working in the  
engine compartment when the engine  
is hot: you may get burned.  
The fluid level should only be checked  
at a Fiat Dealership.  
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155) The cooling system is pressurised. If  
necessary, only replace the plug with  
another original or the operation of the  
system may be adversely affected. Do not  
remove the reservoir plug when the engine  
is hot: you risk scalding yourself.  
162) Always wear appropriate goggles  
when working on or near the battery.  
WARNING  
4) Used engine oil and oil filters contain  
substances which are harmful to the  
WARNING  
156) Do not travel with the windscreen  
washer fluid reservoir empty: the  
windscreen washer is essential for  
improving visibility. Some commercial  
windscreen washer additives are  
flammable. The engine compartment  
contains hot components which may set it  
on fire.  
environment. To change the oil and filters,  
we advise you to contact a Fiat Dealership.  
45) Be careful not to confuse the various  
types of fluids while topping up: they  
are not compatible with each other!  
Topping up with an unsuitable fluid could  
severely damage your vehicle.  
5) Used transmission fluid contains  
substances that are harmful to the  
environment. It is advisable to have the oil  
changed by a Fiat Dealership where it  
will be disposed of respecting the  
environment and according to legal  
requirements.  
46) The oil level must never exceed the  
MAX reference.  
157) The brake fluid is poisonous and  
highly corrosive. In the event of accidental  
contact, immediately wash the affected  
parts with water and mild soap. Then rinse  
thoroughly. Call a doctor immediately if  
swallowed.  
47) Do not add oil with specifications other  
than those of the oil already existing in  
the engine.  
48) PARAFLU UP fluid cannot be mixed  
with any other type of fluid. If this occurs,  
do not start the engine and contact your  
Fiat Dealership immediately.  
6) Batteries contain substances which are  
very dangerous for the environment. For  
battery replacement, contact a Fiat  
Dealership.  
158) The symbol , on the brake fluid  
container indicates if a brake fluid is  
49) Prevent brake fluid, which is highly  
corrosive, from coming into contact with  
painted parts. Should it happen,  
immediately wash with water.  
synthetic or mineral-based. Use of mineral  
type fluids will damage the special rubber  
seals of the braking system beyond repair.  
159) Battery fluid is poisonous and  
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and  
eyes. Keep naked flames and sources  
of sparks away from the battery: risk of  
explosion and fire.  
50) Incorrect installation of electric and  
electronic devices may cause severe  
damage to your car. After purchasing your  
vehicle, if you wish to install any  
accessories (anti-theft, phone, etc.),  
contact a Fiat Dealership, which  
will suggest the most appropriate devices  
for your vehicle, and will, most importantly,  
advise you if a higher capacity battery  
needs to be installed.  
160) Using the battery with insufficient  
fluid irreparably damages the battery and  
may cause an explosion.  
161) If the car will be unused for an  
extended period of time in extremely cold  
weather conditions, remove the battery  
and store it in a heated area to avoid  
it freezing.  
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IMPORTANT The battery recharging  
procedure is given as information only.  
You are advised to contact a Fiat  
Dealership to have this operation  
carried out.  
turn on the battery charger. When  
recharging is over turn the device  
off and, after disconnecting the charger,  
reconnect connector B to sensor C.  
BATTERY  
RECHARGING  
163) 164)  
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition  
key to STOP and having closed the  
driver's side door, wait at least one  
minute before disconnecting and then  
reconnecting the battery electrical  
supply.  
VERSIONS WITHOUT  
Stop/Start SYSTEM  
(for versions/markets, where provided)  
To recharge, proceed as follows:  
disconnect the terminal from the  
negative battery pole and connect the  
charger cables to the battery terminals,  
making sure that polarities are correct;  
IMPORTANT Charging should be slow  
at a low ampere rating for  
approximately 24 hours. Charging for a  
longer time may damage the battery.  
switch on the charger and, when the  
recharging is finished, turn the device  
off before disconnecting it from the  
battery;  
F1E0806  
110  
IMPORTANT The cables of the  
electrical system must be correctly  
reconnected to the battery, i.e. the  
positive cable (+) to the positive  
WARNING  
reconnect the terminal to the  
negative battery pole.  
163) Battery fluid is poisonous and  
corrosive: avoid contact with your skin and  
eyes. The battery should be charged in a  
well ventilated place, away from naked  
flames or possible sources of sparks:  
danger of explosion and fire.  
terminal and the negative cable (–) to  
the negative terminal. The battery  
terminals are marked with the positive  
(+) and negative (–) symbols, and are  
shown on the battery cover. The battery  
terminals must also be corrosion-free.  
VERSIONS WITH  
Stop/Start SYSTEM  
(for versions/markets, where provided)  
To recharge, proceed as follows:  
disconnect the connector B fig. 110  
(pressing the button A) from the sensor  
C monitoring the battery conditions,  
on the negative pole D of the battery;  
164) Do not attempt to charge a frozen  
battery: it must be thawed first, otherwise it  
may explode. If freezing has occurred, the  
battery should be checked by skilled  
personnel to make sure that the internal  
elements are not damaged and that the  
body is not cracked, with the risk of leaking  
poisonous and corrosive acid.  
IMPORTANT If a "quick-type" battery  
charger is used with the battery fitted  
on the vehicle, before connecting it  
disconnect both cables of the battery  
itself. Do not use a "quick-type" battery  
charger to provide the starting voltage.  
connect the positive cable of the  
battery charger to the positive battery  
pole and the negative cable to terminal  
D of the negative battery pole;  
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position the new arm correctly and  
fully tighten nut B fig. 112. Then lower  
the cover A fig. 112.  
WINDSCREEN/REAR  
WINDOW WIPER  
WARNING  
165)  
51)  
165) Driving with worn windscreen/rear  
window wiper blades is a serious hazard,  
because visibility is reduced in bad  
weather.  
REPLACING THE  
WINDSCREEN WIPER  
BLADES  
raise arm A fig. 111 of the  
windscreen wiper, rotate blade B fig.  
111 by 90° around pin C and remove  
the blade from the pin  
WARNING  
fit the new blade inserting pin C fig.  
111 in the central hole of blade B. Then  
rearrange the arm with the blade on  
the windscreen.  
51) Do not operate the windscreen wiper  
with the blades lifted from the windscreen.  
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112  
SPRAY NOZZLES  
Windscreen washer: if there is no jet  
of fluid, firstly check that there is fluid  
in the reservoir. Then check that the  
nozzle holes are not clogged; use  
a needle to unblock them if necessary.  
IMPORTANT In versions with a sun  
roof, make sure that the sun roof is  
closed before operating the window  
washer jets.  
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REPLACING THE REAR  
WINDOW WIPER BLADE  
Rear window washer: the rear  
window washer nozzles are fixed. The  
nozzle holder is located above the  
rear window.  
Proceed as follows:  
raise cover A fig. 112, remove the  
arm from the vehicle and undo the nut  
B that fastens it to the pivot pin;  
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LIFTING THE  
VEHICLE  
WHEELS AND TYRES  
WARNING  
166)  
52)  
167)  
53) 54) 55) 56)  
For lifting the vehicle refer to a Fiat  
dealership, which is equipped  
with workshop jacks or lifts.  
167) Do not cross switch the tyres if they  
are "unidirectional" type. In this case,  
always take care not to fit the tyres with a  
direction of rotation that is opposite to that  
indicated: you would risk losing grip and  
control of the vehicle.  
SUGGESTIONS ABOUT  
THE ROTATION OF THE  
TYRES  
The front and rear tyres are subject to  
different loads and stress due to  
steering, manoeuvres and braking. For  
this reason they are subject to uneven  
wear.  
WARNING  
53) Road holding depends also on the  
correct tyre inflating pressure.  
To resolve this problem, tyres should be  
rotated at the appropriate time. This  
operation is recommended for tyres  
with a deep tread pattern, suitable both  
for on-road and off-road driving.  
Tyre rotation contributes to the  
54) If the pressure is too low the tyre  
overheats and this can cause it serious  
damage.  
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55) Do not cross switch the tyres, moving  
them from the right of the vehicle to the left  
and vice versa.  
WARNING  
preservation of the grip and traction  
performance on wet, muddy or snowy  
roads, guaranteeing optimal driveability  
of the vehicle.  
56) Never submit alloy rims to repainting  
treatments requiring the use of  
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The  
mechanical properties of the wheels could  
be impaired.  
166) The vehicle must only be lifted  
laterally by positioning the end of the arms  
or the workshop lift in the points illustrated  
in fig. 113  
In the case of irregular wear of the  
tyres, the reason must be identified and  
corrected before rotating them.  
WARNING  
52) Take care not to damage the side skirts  
when lifting the vehicle with the workshop  
lift (for versions where provided).  
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Related Topics

SCHEDULED SERVICING
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
BATTERY RECHARGING
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPER
LIFTING THE VEHICLE
WHEELS AND TYRES

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