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:Switch off the engine and wait for it to
cool down.Do not smoke.No naked flames.Make sure that an extinguisher is at hand
in the work area.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 D.M. no. 47/1992).
WARNINGS
All the operations must be carried out with
the utmost attention and care to avoid damaging the components.Avoid brake - clutch fluid coming into contact
with paintwork; If this should happen, wash immediately with water.Do not reuse brake-clutch fluid drained
during bleeding.In order to release parts which are sticking,
tap lightly using an aluminium or lead hammer if iron materials
are involved: use a wooden or resin hammer for light alloy parts.
use a wooden or resin hammer for light alloy parts. During dismantling, check that parts which
have to be marked carry reference marks.When refitting, lubricate the parts, where
necessary, to prevent sticking or seizing during the initial operating period.During refitting, it is essential to observe
the tightening torques and adjustment data.During each refitting, replace the gaskets,
oil seals, flexible washers, safety plates, self-locking nut and
all components which have deteriorated.