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If, after buying the vehicle, you want to install
electric accessories which require permanent electric
supply (alarm, etc.) contact a Fiat Dealership whose
qualified personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices from the Lineaccessori Fiat,
will evaluate the overall electric absorption, checking
whether the vehicle's electrical system is capable of
withstanding the load required, or whether it should
be integrated with a more powerful battery.
Since these devices continue absorbing energy even
when the engine is off, they gradually run down
the battery.
IMPORTANT If a tachograph is fitted, if the vehicle is
parked for a long period of 5 days, it is advisable to
disconnect the negative battery terminal to maintain
its charge.
If the vehicle is equipped with a battery
disconnection function (disconnector), see the
description of the procedure in the "Controls"
paragraph in the "Know your vehicle" section.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre, including the
space-saver wheel, 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 the "Technical
specifications" section.
Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear
fig. 240:
normal pressure: tread evenly worn;
A
low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges;
B
high pressure: tread particularly worn in the
C
centre.
The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less
than 1.6 mm thick. In any case, follow the laws
in force in the country where you are driving.
KNOW YOUR
VEHICLE
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
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