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SERVICING AND CARE -> ENGINE COMPARTMENT for Your Fiat Punto SUV 2011-2018

ENGINE COMPARTMENT  
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CHECKING LEVELS  
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0.9 TwinAir Turbo versions  
F1E0809  
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1. Engine coolant fluid 2. Battery 3. Windscreen washer fluid 4. Brake fluid 5. Engine oil  
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1.2 / 1.4 8V versions  
F1E0649  
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1. Engine coolant fluid 2. Battery 3. Windscreen washer fluid 4. Brake fluid 5. Engine oil  
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1.3 MultiJet versions  
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5
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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  
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ENGINE OIL  
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID  
BATTERY  
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4)  
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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.  
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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.  
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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  
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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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