The devices for curtailing petrol engine emissions are the following:
❒ three-way catalytic converter;
❒ Lambda sensor;
❒ fuel evaporation system.
In addition, do not let the engine run, even for a test, with one or more spark plugs disconnected. The devices for curtailing diesel fuel engine emissions are the following:
❒ oxidising catalytic converter;
❒ exhaust gas recirculation system (E.G.R.).
WARNING
During operation of the catalytic converter it releases high temperatures. Therefore, do not park the car over inflammable material (grass, dry leaves, pine needles, etc.): fire danger.
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Engine oil
1.28V versions
1.3 Multijet versions
Checking engine oil
Check the oil level a few minutes (about 5) after the engine has stopped, with
the car parked on level ground.
Check that the level i ...
Ignition switch
The key can be turned to 4 different positions:
❒ STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked. Certain electrical
devices (e.g.: sound system, power windows, etc.) can wor ...
Trip computer
General features
The “Trip computer” displays information (with ignition key at MAR, relating
to the operating status of the vehicle.
This function comprises the “General trip” concerning the comp ...