For cars with an annual mileage of below 20,000 km (for example about 15,000 km) the following yearly inspection programme is advised:
❒ check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required (including the spare
wheel);
❒ check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights,
boot lights, passenger compartment lights, warning lights, etc.);
❒ check windscreen wiper/washer operation, adjust nozzles;
❒ check windscreen/rear window blade position/wear;
❒ check front disk brake pad conditions and wear;
❒ check for bonnet and boot lock cleanness, lever cleanness and lubrication
❒ sight inspect the conditions of: engine, gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒ check battery charge (by optical depth gauge);
❒ visual check on various drive belt conditions;
❒ top up fluid levels (engine coolant, brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.);
❒ change engine oil;
❒ change engine oil filter;
❒ replace pollen filter (where provided).
See also:
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start
the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear.
NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting ...
“Dualdrive” electric power steering system
The electric power steering only works when the ignition key is at MAR and the
engine is running. A new electrically controlled power steering system called “Dualdrive”
is fitted on the Fiat Pun ...
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment, and
the fluid level should be checked at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not engin ...