The automatic transmission and differential assembly are contained within a single housing.
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the transmission and the fluid.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the transmission to assure optimum transmission performance.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
It is important that the transmission fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission; only the approved lubricant may be used.
Special Additives
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in detecting fluid leaks. In addition, avoid using transmission sealers as they may adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as the chemicals can damage
your transmission components.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Fluid Level Check
The automatic transmission has no dipstick and is dealer serviced only.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals
See also:
General warnings
WARNING
If the warning light does not
turn on when turning the ignition key to MAR or if it stays on when travelling,
this could indicate a failure in safety retaining systems; under this condit ...
Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats
The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Reactive Head Restraints.
In the event of a rear impact the Reactive Head Restraints will automatically extend
forward minimizing the gap bet ...
Bodywork paint identification plate
The plate is applied on the inner side of the bonnet and it bears the following
data:
A - Paint manufacturer.
B - Colour name.
C - Fiat colour code.
D - Respray and touch up code. ...