FIAT Punto Classic - Manual (Page 203)

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SAFETY DEVICES
CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
W
ARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICA
TIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND
CONTROLS
IN AN
EMERGENCY
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine (by pushing, towing or
coasting downhill). This could cause fuel to flow into
the catalytic converter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the servobrake and
electrical power steering system are not operating
until the engine is started, a greater effort will
therefore be required to press the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.
IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and space-
saver spare wheel call for some precautions as listed
below.
IMPORTANT If the vehicle is fitted with “Fix & Go
(quick tyre repair kit)”, see the relevant instructions in
the following chapter.
WARNING
Alert other drivers that the car is stationary in compliance with local regulations:
hazard warning lights, warning triangle, etc. Any passengers on board should leave
the car, especially if it is heavily laden. Passengers should stay away from
oncoming traffic while the wheel is being changed. If parked on a slope or rough
surface, chock the wheels with wedges or other suitable devices to prevent the car
from rolling.
WARNING
The space-saver spare wheel is specific to your car, do not use it on other
models, or use the spare wheel of other models on your vehicle.
The space-saver spare wheel shall only be used in an emergency. It shall
only be used for the distance necessary to reach a service point and the
car speed shall not exceed 80 km/h. The spare wheel has an orange sticker
that summarises the main cautions for use and limitations. The sticker
should never be removed or covered. Never fit a wheel cap on a
space-saver spare wheel. The sticker gives the following information
in four languages:
CAUTION ! FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY ! 80 KM / H MAX ! REPLACE
BY NORMAL WHEEL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE . DO NOT COVER THIS LABEL
IN USE .