User manual FIAT SPIDER 2000 1981

[. . . ] Fiat Spider - 2000 ^, ^:^y. ^, v:;;-;-0^: $$M SERVICE NETWORK When your car needs Service look for the sign which identifies all autho rized Fiat Dealers where trained personne!, specially designed equipment and faciiities are available. Our organization is at your füll disposal for any Suggestion or advice you may need. BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS Current progress in design and manufacturing technology is so advanced that no hard-and-fast rule need be given for break-in, However, a few simple rules should be fol!owed for the first 1000 mües: Change your road speed occasionally, especially on long trips. Avoid long drives at constant high or Iow speeds, Downshift whenever necessary to cope with driving conditions on route: you will avoid engine lugging at excessively iow rpm. Avoid, if possible, severe stops at sustained speeds during the first few hundred miles: brakes will set properly and improve their life and effectiveness. [. . . ] Warning: Do not remove radiator or expansion tank caps on a hot engine to avoid possibly scorching your hands; wait until engine has cooled down. Do not top up a hot engine with cold water. Should more than 2 consecutive top-ups be required at short intervals, or after limited mileages (500 miles), the system needs checking, This applies also when water temperature gage pointer stays on the red sector (see page 6). To drain cooling system, move lever D to the left {see page 12), open the cocks on radiator lower side and on cylinder block, and disconnect expansion tank hose. To fill the system: -- Connect expansion tank hose, close radiator cock and remove plug A. -- Pour in water siowly through radiator filler port until water overflows, then refill the expansion tank. -- Refit radiator and expansion tank caps and plug A then run the engfne so as to favor a thorough mixing of the fluid in the system. -- Stop the engine, slacken plug A, wait for a proper system bleeding and refit the plug. -- With engine cold check the level in expansion tank and, if nee. Antifreeze Mixture The cooling system is filled with an antifreeze mixture effective down to -- 35 "C (--32 (1F). In case of coolant change or topping-up FIAT recommends the use of a 50-50 mixture of water and Paraflu 11 fluid {or equivalent), which allows the use of hard or chlorinated water and incorporates oxidation, corrosion, foam and scale inhibiting properties and is effective down to -- 35"C (--32° F). This mixture shall subsequently be replaced after 45 000 miles or every two years, whichever occurs first thus reducing the need for any servicing action on the cooling system. When this mixture is used, plain water may be added only in emergencies (sudden heavy coolant losses). As soon as possible repair the fault and refill the system with the recommended coolant. Fluid Reservoir The « Low Brake Fluid Level » indicator (see page 7), controlled by a float and switch assembly on brake fluid reservoir, warns the driver of a sudden drop in brake fluid. Every 15 000 miles - Top up brake fluid reservoir. Use exclusively DOT 3 MotorVehicle Brake Fluid (conforming to F. M. V. S. S. Avoid using any other type of fluid which would damage the special rubber parts in the system. Front Brakes Every 7 500 miles - Check that brake linings are not worn down to less than 1. 5 mm (. 06 in). Replace if required. A - Front brake fluid section B - Rear brake fluid section Lines and Fittings BRAKES Brake system with front and rear independent circuits. If pedal free travel has become excessive, if braking unbalance on one wheel is appreciable or if pedal sponginess is felt with consequent reduced brake effectiveness, a complete inspection of the system is needed. Every 15 000 miles - Check hoses and fittings for leakages and tightness. Bleeding Bleeding is a delicate operation requiring the necessary knowhow and should only be needed when air has entered either one or both brake circuits (line disconnection, 37 fluid drainage, etc. ). This is indicated through pedal sponginess and reduced braking effectiveness. POWER TRAIN Clutch The clutch is mechanically controlled, with automatic wear take up and no pedal free travel. Every 15 000 miles Check pedal height and adjust if necessary. After repeated adjustments, check clutch facings for excessive wear: replace if required. Manual Transmission OH Every 30 000 miles Renew oil. Let drip thoroughly from plug B before refilling. The correct level is up to the opening of filter plug A. Hand Brake Every 15 000 miles or sooner if hand lever stroke is excessively long, pull up the lever three notches and adjust through the appropriate tensioner (see figure below). [. . . ] 2 400 lbs Vehicle load capacity (total 430 lbs): 2 adults (300 lbs) + 130 lbs of luggage Gross weight f manual . 2 in front Curb weigh) ·{ Overall height is measured with unladen car. Trunk volume: 180cu. dm (6. 4 cu. (t). FiLLUP DATA dm3 It Fuel tank Radiator, cylinder jackets and heating system Engine sump and filter ( : ) Manual transmission Automatic transmission Rear axle Steering box Hydraulic brake circuits . units 11. 4 Gals B% Qts Unleaded qasolint? [. . . ]