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ead this carefully!
Refuelling
Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with an octane rating (RON) of no less than 95 conforming to the European
specification EN228.
Diesel engines: only use diesel fuel for motor vehicles conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products
or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused. For further
details on the use of the correct fuel 3 213.
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tarting the engine
Vehicles with ignition switch: Turn key to position 1 to release the steering wheel lock. Manual transmission: operate clutch and
brake pedal. Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal and move selector lever to P or N. Do not operate accelerator pedal.
Diesel engines: wait until control indicator preheating warning light extinguishes. Turn key briefly to position 2 and release after engine
has been started.
Vehicles with power button: Manual transmission: operate clutch and brake pedal. Automatic transmission: operate brake pedal
and move selector lever to P or N. Do not operate accelerator pedal. Press Start/Stop button. Release button after starting procedure
begins. Diesel engine starts after control indicator preheating warning light for preheating extinguishes. Before restarting or to switch
off the engine when vehicle is stationary, press Start/Stop once more briefly.
P
arking on flammable material
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
R
especting the environment
The vehicle is fitted with a system that allows continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
E
lectrical accessories
If, after buying the vehicle, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), visit a Fiat
Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the electrical system of the vehicle can support the
required load.
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cheduled servicing
Correct maintenance enables the vehicle to perfectly maintain performance and safety characteristics, its environmental friendliness
and low running costs over time.
T
he Owner Handbook contains ...
... important information, advice and warnings for correct use, driving safety and maintenance of your vehicle over time.
