The automatic transmission and differential assembly are contained within a single housing.
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission and the fluid.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission performance.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission; only the approved lubricant may be used.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage
your transmission components.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Fluid Level Check
The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer serviced only.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals
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Looking after the system
During the winter, the climate control system must be turned on at least once
a month for about ten minutes.
Have the system efficiency checked before the summer at a Fiat Dealership.
The system ...
Brake System
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example; repeated brake
applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required
to brake the vehicle will be si ...
At the filling station
Make sure that the left-hand sliding side door is completely closed before
refueling. You could damage the door and the sliding lock system which comes into
play when the fuel flap is open.
Y ...