Fiat 500L 2012 Owner's Handbook Manual page 242

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Front headlights
GETTING TO KNOW
Use a soft, damp cloth soaked in water and
YOUR CAR
detergent for washing cars.
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g.
petrol) or ketenes (e.g. acetone) for cleaning the
SAFETY
plastic lenses of the front headlights.
IMPORTANT When cleaning with a pressure washer,
keep the water jet at least 20 cm away from the
STARTING AND
headlights.
DRIVING
Engine compartment
At the end of every winter, wash the engine
WARNING LIGHTS
compartment thoroughly, taking care not to aim the
AND MESSAGES
jet of water directly at the electronic control units or
at the windscreen wiper motors. Have this
operation performed at a specialised workshop.
IN AN EMERGENCY
IMPORTANT The washing should take place with the
engine cold and the ignition key in the STOP
position. After washing, make sure that the various
SERVICING AND
protective devices (e.g. rubber caps and guards) have
MAINTENANCE
not been removed or damaged.
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
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INTERIORS
Periodically check for water puddles under the mats
that could cause the panels to rust.
WARNING
Never use flammable products, such as
petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean
the inside of the car.The electrostatic charges
which are generated by rubbing during the
cleaning operation may cause a fire.
WARNING
Do not keep aerosol cans in the car:
they might explode. Aerosol cans must
not be exposed to temperatures above 50°C.
Temperatures may greatly exceed this value
inside a car exposed to direct sunlight.
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner.
It is advisable to use a moist brush on velvet
upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge and a solution of water
and mild soap.

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