SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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WARNING
171)
Never smoke while working in the engine compartment: gas and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.
172)
Be very careful when working in the engine compartment when the engine is hot: you may get burned.
173)
If the engine oil is being topped up, wait for the engine to cool down before loosening the filler cap, particularly for vehicles with
aluminium cap (where provided). WARNING: risk of burns!
174)
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.
175)
Do not travel with the windscreen washer fluid reservoir empty: the windscreen washer is essential for improving visibility. Repeated
operation of the system without fluid could damage or cause rapid deterioration of some system components.
176)
Some commercial additives for windscreen washer fluid are flammable. The engine compartment contains hot components which may
start a fire.
177)
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.
178)
The symbol , on the brake fluid container indicates if a brake fluid is synthetic or mineralbased. Use of mineral type fluids will damage
the special rubber seals of the braking system beyond repair.
179)
Battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. Keep open flames away from the battery and do not use
objects that might create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
180)
Using the battery with low fluid will irreparably damage the battery and may cause an explosion.
181)
Always wear appropriate goggles to protect your eyes when working on or near the battery.
IMPORTANT
80)
Be careful not to confuse the various types of fluids while topping up: they are not compatible with one another! Topping up with an
unsuitable fluid could severely damage your vehicle.
81)
The oil level must never exceed the MAX mark.
82)
Always top up using engine oil of the same specifications as that already in the engine.
83)
PARAFLU
UP
protective anti-freeze is used in the engine cooling system. Use fluid of the same type as that contained in the cooling system
for topping up. PARAFLU
UP
cannot be mixed with any other type of fluid. If this happens, do not start the engine under any circumstances
and contact a Fiat Dealership.
84)
Prevent brake fluid, which is highly corrosive, from coming into contact with painted parts. Should it happen, immediately wash with water.
85)
If the car must remain unused for a long time at a very low temperature, remove the battery and take it to a warm place, to avoid freezing.
86)
Incorrect installation of electric and electronic devices may cause severe damage to your car. After purchasing your car, if you wish to
install any accessories (e.g. anti-theft, radio phone, etc.), go to a Fiat Dealership, which will suggest the most suitable devices and advise you
whether a higher capacity battery needs to be installed.
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