FIAT Punto 2012 - Manual (Page 220)

IMPORTANT After adding or changing the oil, let the en-
gine turn over for a few seconds and wait a few minutes
after turning it off before you check the level.
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The range between the MIN and MAX marks corresponds
to about 1 litre of oil. If the level of the oil is close to or
below the MIN. mark, add oil via the filler fitting until the
MAX. mark is reached. The oil level must never exceed
the MAX mark.
For 0.9 Twinair Turbo 85HP versions
The engine oil dipstick B is integral with plug A. Loosen
the plug, clean the dipstick with a cloth that does not lea-
ve traces, reinsert the dipstick and re-tighten the plug.
Extract the engine oil dipstick again and check that the
level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick.
The range between the MIN and MAX marks corresponds
to about 1 litre of oil. If the oil level is close to or actual-
ly below the MIN. mark, pour in the prescribed oil through
the filler A until it reaches the MAX mark. The oil level
must never exceed the MAX mark.
IMPORTANT After adding or changing the oil, let the en-
gine run for a few seconds and wait a few minutes after
switching it off before checking the level.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
The maximum engine oil consumption is usually 400 grams
every 1,000 km.
During the initial period of usage for the vehicle, the en-
gine is bedding in, therefore the engine oil consumption
may settle down only after the first 5,000 – 6,000 km.
Be very careful working in the engine com-
partment when the engine is hot: you may
get burned. Remember that the fan may start up
if the engine is hot: this could injure you. Make
sure that scarves, ties and other items of loose-fit-
ting clothing do not get caught up in moving com-
ponents.
WARNING
Do not add oil with different characteris-
tics from those of the existing engine oil.
The used engine oil and the replaced oil fil-
ter contain substances that are harmful to
the environment. It is advisable to have oil
and filters changed by a Fiat Dealership, where they
will be disposed of properly and in accordance with
the law.