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For mechanical removal of ice, use a
sharp-edged ice scraper. Press the
scraper firmly against the glass so that
no dirt can get under it and scratch the
glass.
Clean smearing wiper blades with a
soft cloth and window cleaner. Also
make sure to remove any residues
such as wax, insect residues and
similar from the window.
Ice residues, pollution and continuous
wiping on dry windows will damage or
even destroy the wiper blades.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Do not use high-pressure jet cleaners.
Clean rims with a pH-neutral wheel
cleaner.
Rims are painted and can be treated
with the same agents as the body.
PAINTING
(Electrified versions)
When painting the car in the oven, take
care not to exceed:
30 minutes at 70°C
20 minutes at 80°C
PAINTWORK DAMAGE
Rectify minor paintwork damage with a
touch-up pen before rust forms. Have
more extensive damage or rust areas
repaired by a Fiat Dealership.
HIGH-GLOSS PAINT
149)
Use a soft cloth and soapy water or a
pH neutral product.
Gently wipe the bodywork with a clean
microfibre cloth.
Apply polish with the vehicle clean and
dry. Comply with the instructions for
use stated on the product.
UNDERBODY
Some areas of the vehicle underbody
have a PVC undercoating while other
critical areas have a durable protective
wax coating.
After the underbody is washed, check
the underbody and have it waxed if
necessary.
Bitumen / rubber materials could
damage the PVC coating. Have
underbody work carried out by a Fiat
Dealership.
Before and after winter, wash the
underbody and have the protective wax
coating checked.
TOWING EQUIPMENT
Do not clean the coupling ball bar
with a steam-jet or high-pressure jet
cleaner.
IMPORTANT
332)
For electric versions: before washing
the vehicle, always check that the charging
flap is closed correctly. Never wash the
vehicle while the battery is on charge
333)
To avoid damaging the electrical
components, it is expressly prohibited to
use high-pressure washing in the engine
compartment or under the body. Do not
use a pressure greater than 80 bar when
washing the bodywork.
334)
Never allow water or dust to enter
the connector or charging nozzle - risk
of electrocution or fire! Never connect /
disconnect the charging nozzle or cable
with wet hands - risk of electrocution!
WARNING
144)
Abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the car.
Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the acid
they contain is particularly aggressive.
Avoid parking the vehicle under trees
(unless it is absolutely necessary). Remove
any resinous plant matter immediately
because, once it has dried, it may require
the use of abrasive and/or polishing
products to be removed, which are
strongly discouraged as they could
potentially alter the characteristics
of the paintwork. Do not use pure
windscreen washer fluid for cleaning
the front windscreen and rear window;
dilute it min. 50% with water. Only use
pure screen washer fluid when strictly
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