Unscrew cap and check that the fluid level in the reservoir is at maximum.
Fluid level in the reservoir shall not exceed the MAX mark.
If fluid has to be added, it is suggested to use the brake fluid in table “Fluids and lubricants” (see chapter “Technical specifications”). When opening cap take the utmost care to prevent impurities entering the tank.
For topping up, always use a funnel with integrated filter with mesh equal to or lower than 0.12 mm.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid absorbs moisture; for this reason, if the car is mainly used in areas with a high degree of atmospheric humidity, the fluid should be replaced at more frequent intervals than specified in the “Service schedule”.
![]() highly corrosive brake fluid does not drip onto the paintwork. If it does, wash it off immediately with water. |
![]() and highly corrosive. In the event of accidental contact, wash the parts involved immediately with neutral soap and water, then rinse thoroughly. Call the doctor immediately if the fluid is swallowed. |
![]() ![]() synthetic brake fluid, distinguishing it from the mineral kind. Using mineral fluids irreversibly damages the special braking system rubber seals. |
Fiat Punto. Front and side air bags
The car is fitted with driver’s air bag. As optional it can
be fitted with passenger’s air bag, side bags and
window bag.
The front air bag (driver and passenger) has been
designed to protec ...
Skoda Fabia. Preparations for using the breakdown kit
The following preparatory work must be carried out before using the breakdown
kit.
Park the vehicle as far away as possible from the flow of traffic. Park
on as
flat and firm a surface as po ...
Fiat Punto. Parking
Proceed as follows:
Stop the engine and engage the handbrake;
Engage a gear (first if the car is faced uphill or
reverse if it is faced downhill) and leave the wheels
steered.
Block the w ...