3363844 - Introduction - ENGINE

ATTENTION

All operations should be carried out taking great care to avoid injury to persons.

The engine compartment contains numerous moving parts, components at high temperatures and electrical wiring with voltage. Closely observe the following precautions when carrying out operations in the engine compartment.

  • Turn off the engine and wait for it to cool down.
  • Do not smoke.
  • Do not use naked flames.
  • Make sure that there is an extinguisher at hand in the workplace.
For some procedures, the use of special Fiat tools is indicated. The use of these tools is vital in order to work safely.Follow the safety instructions in force for workshop procedures. Where necessary, the Manual contains specific warnings to prevent the risk of dangerous situations.When using chemicals, closely follow the safety instructions given on the safety sheet which the supplier must give to the user (in Italy, in accordance with M.D. no. 47/1992).

WARNINGS

To connect SL quick-release fittings, push the fitting fully home and then pull to check the pipe is secure without touching the tabs on the outer case of the female quick-release fitting.To connect GSL quick-release fittings, push the fitting fully home and check there is no clearance between the thrust washer on the male fitting and the outer case of the female quick release fitting.Do not use solvents and/or materials incompatible with the pipes and fittings.

ATTENTION

All operations should be carried out taking great care to avoid injury to persons.

The engine compartment contains numerous moving parts, components at high temperatures and electrical wiring with voltage. Closely observe the following precautions when carrying out operations in the engine compartment.

  • Turn off the engine and wait for it to cool down.
  • Do not smoke.
  • Do not use naked flames.
  • Make sure that there is an extinguisher at hand in the workplace.
For some procedures, the use of special Fiat tools is indicated. The use of these tools is vital in order to work safely.Follow the safety instructions in force for workshop procedures. Where necessary, the Manual contains specific warnings to prevent the risk of dangerous situations.When using chemicals, closely follow the safety instructions given on the safety sheet which the supplier must give to the user (in Italy, in accordance with M.D. no. 47/1992).

WARNINGS

To connect SL quick-release fittings, push the fitting fully home and then pull to check the pipe is secure without touching the tabs on the outer case of the female quick-release fitting.To connect GSL quick-release fittings, push the fitting fully home and check there is no clearance between the thrust washer on the male fitting and the outer case of the female quick release fitting.Do not use solvents and/or materials incompatible with the pipes and fittings.