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DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLS
SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
MAINTENANCE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
F0N0111m
fig. 223
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒
Avoid braking suddenly, burning starts and violent
knocks against the curb, potholes or other obstacles
if possible. Long distances on rough roads may damage
the tyres;
❒
Check the tyres regularly for cuts on the sides, swelling
or irregular tread wear. Contact a Fiat Dealership if
required;
❒
Avoid overloading the car when travelling: this may
cause serious damage to the wheels and tyres;
❒
If a tyre is punctured, stop the vehicle immediately
and change it to avoid damage to the tyre, the rim,
the suspensions and the steering system;
❒
A tyre will age even if it is not used much. Cracks in
the tread and on the sidewalls are a sign of ageing. Have
the tyres checked by specialised personnel if they have
been fitted for longer than 6 years. Remember to check
also the spare wheel very carefully;
❒
In case of replacement, always fit new tyres, avoiding
those with an unknown origin;
❒
If a tyre is replaced, also change the inflation valve;
❒
To allow an even wear between the front and rear tyres,
it is advisable to change them over every 10-15 thou-
sand kilometres, keeping them on the same side of the
vehicle so as not to reverse the direction of rotation.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, including the spare, every
two weeks and before long journeys. The pressure should
be checked with the tyre rested and cold. It is normal
for the pressure to increase when the vehicle is used;
for the correct tyre inflation pressure, see “Wheels” in
“Technical specifications” section. Incorrect pressure
causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 223:
A normal pressure: tread evenly worn.
B low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges.
C high pressure: tread particularly worn in the centre.
The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less than
1.6 mm thick. In all cases, follow the laws in force in the
country where you are driving.
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