General description There are some very simple checks that will only take you a few minutes but can save you a lot of inconvenience and unexpected expenses. These Weekly Checks do not require any special skills or special tools, and the...
Checkpoints under the hood Petrol engine 1.4 l (until September 2002) A Engine oil dipstick IN Engine oil filler cap WITH Expansion tank of the cooling system D Power Steering Reservoir E Hydraulic brake reservoir F Washer reservoir G Battery...
Engine oil level Before checking Place the car on a flat horizontal platform. Check the oil level before starting the engine or not earlier than 5 minutes after stopping it. Tip. If you check the level immediately after the trip, some...
Coolant level Attention! Do not attempt to remove the expansion tank cap while the engine is hot - you risk scalding yourself. Do not leave the coolant container open for a long time as the coolant is poisonous. Preventive measures...
Windshield washer fluid level Windshield washer fluid contains additives that not only help keep windows clean in bad weather, but also keep the fluid from freezing in cold weather—just when the windows need to be cleaned most often. Do not top up...
The level of the working fluid in the power steering reservoir Before checking Place the car on a flat horizontal platform. Set the steering wheel to the straight ahead position. The engine must be off. 1. On vehicles manufactured prior to September 2002, the power steering...
Brake fluid level in the hydraulic brake reservoir Attention! Brake fluid is harmful to eyes and paintwork. Handle her with care. Do not use liquid that has been stored in an open container for a long time, as it absorbs moisture from the air. The use of such fluid can...
Wiper blades 1. Check up a condition of brushes of screen wipers. If they are cracked or otherwise damaged, or stain the glass, replace them. Regardless of condition, replace brushes annually to maintain good visibility 2. To remove...
Car battery Warning. Before working on the battery, reread the cautions in « Safety first! » at the beginning of this guide. Make sure the battery tray is in good condition and the battery fixing clamp is securely tightened. Traces...
Electrical systems Check all exterior lights and horn. If any electrical circuit does not work, refer to the relevant paragraph for explanation chapter 12 . 4. If any one direction indicator, brake light or headlight does not light up,...
Tire condition and pressure It is very important to keep your tires in good condition and make sure they are properly inflated - blowing a tire at any speed is very dangerous. Tire wear depends on how you drive: hard braking and acceleration,...
Types of tire wear 1. Wear on the side of the treadmill Low tire pressure (wear on both sides) Low pressure causes the tire to overheat due to its increased deformation. The tread has poor road holding, which causes additional treadmill...
Lubricants and operating fluids Petrol engine Synthetic or semi-synthetic all-season motor oil, viscosity grade SAE 5W-40, 10W-40 or 5W-30*. API SH/SJ and/or ACEA AZ specification: ESSO ULTRA/ULTRON or TOTAL QUARTZ Diesel engine Synthetic or...
Choosing engine oil for your car The oil in all engines performs vital tasks. It not only lubricates moving parts and reduces wear, but also increases power and optimizes engine economy. How motor oil works Friction reduction Without oil, the internal...
Tire pressure Note. On later models, tire pressure recommendations are on a label located on the end of the driver's door or on the driver's door pillar. The pressures given below are for reference only and refer to the tires...