FIAT Sedici - Manual (Page 152)

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Once a week, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, perform the following under-
hood checks:
❒ Engine oil level
❒ Coolant level
❒ Brake fluid level
❒ Power steering (if equipped) fluid level
❒ Windshield washer fluid level
❒ Battery solution level
❒ Hood latch operation
Pull the hood release handle inside the
vehicle. Make sure that you cannot
open the hood all the way without re-
leasing the secondary latch. Be sure to
close the hood securely after check-
ing for proper latch operation. See “All
latches, hinges & locks” of “CHASSIS
AND BODY” in the “Periodic Main-
tenance Schedule” in the “INSPEC-
TION AND MAINTENANCE” section
for lubrication schedule.
Once a month, or each time you fill your
fuel tank, check the tire pressure using a
tire pressure gauge. Also check the tire
pressure of the spare tire.
❒ Adjust the seat and adjustable head re-
straint (if equipped).
❒ Check the brake pedal and the park-
ing brake lever.
❒ Adjust the mirrors.
❒ Make sure that you and all passengers
have properly fastened your seat belts.
❒ Make sure that all warning lights come
on as the key is turned to the “ON” or
“START” position.
❒ Check all gauges.
❒ Make sure that the BRAKE SYSTEM
WARNING light turns off when the
parking brake is released.
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Make sure the hood is fully
closed and latched before
driving. If it is not, it can fly up un-
expectedly during driving, obstructing
your view and resulting in an acci-
dent.
WARNING