🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Fiat

Model:

Bravo

Platform Code:

198 (Second Generation)

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Compact Family Car / Hatchback

Target Audience:

Owners seeking to perform maintenance and repairs, independent workshops

Competitors:

Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus, Opel/Vauxhall Astra, Renault Mégane, Honda Civic

Advantage For Owner:

Enables DIY maintenance and repair, saving significant costs compared to dealership services

Content Benefit:

Provides comprehensive knowledge for keeping the car running well and diagnosing issues.

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Service and Repair

Secondary Coverage:

Maintenance, Diagnostics, Workshop Procedures

Estimated Page Count:

Extensive (typical for comprehensive service manuals, specific count not provided but implied by depth)

Type:

Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual

Language:

English

File Format:

PDF

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine (including technical data, disassembly, assembly), Clutch, Gearbox and Differential

Chassis:

Braking System, Steering, Wheels, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension

Electrical:

Electrical Equipment (wiring diagrams, component testing, diagnostics)

Maintenance:

Planned Maintenance (scheduled service intervals, fluid checks and changes)

Repair:

Step-by-step repair procedures for all major vehicle systems

Diagnostics:

Troubleshooting guides and diagnostic procedures for common faults

Depth:

Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to advanced repair and diagnostics)

Detail Level:

Detailed instructions and step-by-step diagrams for all workshop procedures

📊 Manual Specifications

Quality:

High-resolution PDF, suitable for clear viewing and printing

Printability:

Printable without any restriction

Binding:

Digital (PDF format, intended for printing or digital viewing)

Paper Type Suggestion:

For optimal usability, printing on durable, tear-resistant paper is recommended

Software Requirement:

Adobe PDF Reader

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Internal Combustion (Petrol and Diesel variants available, specific engine covered by manual not detailed)

Power Output Range:

Varies by engine (e.g., 1.4L petrol ~90-100 hp, 1.9L Multijet diesel ~120-150 hp)

Torque Output Range:

Varies by engine (e.g., 1.4L petrol ~125-140 Nm, 1.9L Multijet diesel ~280-320 Nm)

Induction Type:

Naturally Aspirated and Turbocharged (depending on engine variant)

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) or Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDI) for diesel

Cylinder Count:

Typically 4 cylinders

Engine Management:

Electronic Engine Control Unit (ECU), diagnostics covered in manual

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

Manual Transmission (5-speed or 6-speed, depending on engine)

Transmission Type:

Dualogic (Automated Manual Transmission) available on some variants

Fluid Type:

Specific gearbox oil required (refer to manual for precise specification and capacity)

Differential:

Integrated with gearbox; servicing and fluid specification covered.

📐 Dimensions

Body Style:

5-door Hatchback

Length Range:

Approx. 4.3 meters

Width Range:

Approx. 1.7 meters (excluding mirrors)

Height Range:

Approx. 1.5 meters

Boot Capacity:

Typically around 300-400 liters (expandable with rear seats folded)

Kerb Weight Range:

Approx. 1250-1450 kg (depending on engine and specification)

🛡️ Safety Features

Euro Ncap Rating:

5 Stars (for models tested, check specific year)

Braking System:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA)

Stability Control:

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) often standard or optional

Airbags:

Multiple airbags (front, side, curtain) standard or optional depending on trim

Seatbelts:

Pre-tensioning seatbelts with load limiters

💡 Technology Features

System Features:

Standard CD player, MP3 compatibility, optional Blue&Me (Bluetooth hands-free, USB connectivity, voice recognition) and navigation system on higher trims.

Cruise Control:

Available as standard or optional on many variants.

Parking Sensors:

Optional rear parking sensors available.

Bluetooth:

Available via Blue&Me system, detailed in manual for pairing and operation.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically 15,000 - 30,000 km or 1-2 years, depending on engine oil specification and driving conditions (refer to manual for precise intervals).

Timing Belt Replacement:

Recommended replacement interval around 100,000 - 120,000 km or 5-6 years for petrol engines. Diesel engines often use timing chains which are generally maintenance-free.

Engine Oil Specification:

Specific SAE viscosity grade and API/ACEA specification required (e.g., Selenia K Pure Energy 5W-40 API SN/CF, ACEA C3 for many modern engines, check manual for exact OEM spec).

Coolant Type:

Paraflu UP (based on Ethylene Glycol) or equivalent with OAT (Organic Acid Technology) for long life, often pink or orange.

Brake Fluid:

DOT 4 or DOT 4 Plus (refer to manual for precise specification).

Common Faults Examples:

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) regeneration issues on diesel models, EGR valve problems, electronic faults related to body computer, suspension wear (e.g., wishbone bushings), potential clutch slave cylinder issues.

Manual Utility For Issues:

The manual provides diagnostic procedures and repair instructions for these common issues.

📚 Vehicle History

Manufacturer:

Fiat Automobiles S.p.A., an Italian automotive manufacturer

Generation:

Second generation Fiat Bravo (project '198') launched in 2007, succeeding the original Bravo/Brava and Stilo.

Production Period:

2007-2014 (European market)

Manufacturing Locations:

Primarily Fiat's plant in Melfi, Italy.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Safety Award:

Achieved a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating.

Design Acclaim:

Praised for its contemporary styling and spacious interior compared to its predecessors.