FIAT Linea User Manual

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ARNING

LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICA

TIONS

INDEX

DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS

SAFETY DEVICES

CORRECT USE OF THE CAR

IN AN

EMERGENCY

CAR

MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT Check the battery charge
once a year, preferably before the begin-
ning to winter, to prevent freezing of the
electrolyte. Perform this inspection more
frequently if the car is mainly used for
short distances or if electrical devices run-
ning with the key off are installed, partic-
ularly after-market.

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CHANGING THE BATTERY

If required, replace the battery with a gen-
uine spare part having the same specifi-
cations.
If a battery with different specifications is
fitted, the service intervals given in the
“Service schedule” in this section will no
longer apply.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s in-
structions for maintenance.

Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if

you want to install accessories (alarms,
mobile phone, etc.): they will suggest
the most suitable devices and advise
you if a higher capacity battery needs
to be installed.

Batteries contain very dan-
gerous substances for the en-
vironment. You are recom-
mended to go to a Fiat Deal-

ership to have the battery replaced
where the old battery will be disposed
of respecting both the environment and
the laws in force.

If the car is left for long peri-
ods in very cold environ-

ments, remove the battery and store it
in a warm place to prevent freezing.

WARNING

IMPORTANT If the battery is not pro-
vided with the visual indicator to verify
electrolyte charge and level, control op-
erations and any top-up operation must
be carried out by specialised personnel
and by Fiat Dealership.

Battery liquid is poisonous
and corrosive. Avoid contact

with the skin and eyes. Keep naked
flames and sources of sparks away
from the battery: risk of fire and ex-
plosion.

WARNING

Running the battery with an
excessively low liquid level

will damage the battery beyond re-
pair and even cause an explosion.

WARNING