This comprehensive 1999 Fiat Multipla (1st gen) Service and Repair Manual provides detailed instructions, diagrams, and specifications for maintaining, servicing, diagnosing, and repairing your vehicle. It covers all models and all repairs, ensuring you have the exact same information used by technicians at dealerships.

The manual is organized for easy navigation, with sections dedicated to each aspect of your car, including:

* **Maintenance:** Routine maintenance procedures like oil changes, filter replacements, and tire rotations.
* **Engine:** Detailed information on engine components, operation, troubleshooting, and repair.
* **Control System:** Guidance on electronic control systems, including engine management, ABS, and more.
* **Mechanical:** Step-by-step instructions for diagnosing and repairing mechanical systems like brakes, suspension, transmission, and steering.
* **Fuel Service Specifications:** Specifications for fuel systems, including fuel injectors, lines, and pumps.
* **Emission Control:** Information on emission control systems and components, helping you keep your car environmentally friendly.
* **Intake Exhaust Cooling:** Detailed descriptions of the intake and exhaust systems, including cooling components.
* **Lube:** Information on lubrication systems, types of oils, and recommended service intervals.
* **Ignition Starting Charging:** Guidance on the ignition, starting, and charging systems, including troubleshooting tips.
* **Auto Transmission Clutch:** Detailed explanation and repair procedures for automatic transmissions and clutches.
* **Manual Transmission:** Comprehensive instructions for servicing and repairing manual transmissions.
* **Transfer Propeller Shaft:** Information on the transfer case, propeller shaft, and driveline components.
* **Drive Shaft:** Guidance on drive shafts, including inspection and repair.
* **Differential:** Detailed explanations of differential systems and repair procedures.
* **Axle Suspension:** Information on axle components and suspension systems, including diagnosis and repair.
* **Tire & Wheel:** Guidance on tires, wheels, and related components, including maintenance and repair.
* **Brake Control:** Detailed information on brake control systems, including ABS.
* **Brake:** Step-by-step instructions for diagnosing and repairing brake systems.
* **Parking Brake:** Guidance on the parking brake system, including adjustment and repair.
* **Steering Column:** Information on the steering column and its components, including repair procedures.
* **Power Steering:** Detailed explanations of power steering systems and troubleshooting tips.
* **Air Condition:** Information on air conditioning systems, including maintenance and repair.
* **Suppl Restraint System:** Guidance on supplemental restraint systems, including airbags and seat belts.
* **Seat Belt:** Instructions for inspecting and repairing seat belts.
* **Engine Immobilizer:** Information on engine immobilizer systems and troubleshooting.
* **Cruise Control:** Guidance on cruise control systems, including maintenance and repair.
* **Wiper & Washer:** Detailed descriptions of wiper and washer systems and repair procedures.
* **Door Lock:** Information on door lock systems, including troubleshooting and repair.
* **Meter Audio/Visual:** Guidance on instrument panels, gauges, and warning systems.
* **Horn:** Information on horn systems and troubleshooting.
* **Windshield/Glass Mirror:** Instructions for replacing and repairing windshields, windows, and mirrors.
* **Instrument Panel:** Detailed descriptions of the instrument panel and its components.
* **Seat:** Information on seat components, including adjustment and repair.
* **Engine Hood/ Door:** Guidance on hood and door mechanisms, including repair procedures.
* **Exterior & Interior:** Detailed information on exterior and interior components, including trim, upholstery, and more.
* **Electrical:** Comprehensive information on electrical systems, including wiring diagrams and troubleshooting tips.
* **Multiplex/ Can Communication:** Guidance on multiplex and CAN communication systems, essential for modern vehicles.

This manual empowers you to understand your Fiat Multipla inside and out, enabling you to perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot problems, and even tackle complex repairs. You'll save money on expensive mechanic visits and gain valuable knowledge about your car.

The 1999 Fiat Multipla, the first generation of this unique MPV, was a bold departure from the traditional minivan formula. Launched in 1998, it offered a distinct and quirky design that aimed to maximize interior space while retaining a compact footprint. Its distinctive styling featured a tall, boxy silhouette with a sloping roofline, reminiscent of a van. The Multipla's most striking feature was its unusual front end, where the headlights were placed high up on the bodywork, flanking a distinctive grille. Inside, the Multipla was surprisingly spacious, with three rows of seating that could accommodate six passengers. The unique layout, with two individual seats in the front and three seats in the back, provided a flexible and spacious passenger compartment. This innovative design allowed the Multipla to provide maximum interior space for its size, making it an attractive option for families and those seeking a practical and functional vehicle.

Despite its unconventional design, the 1999 Fiat Multipla was a strong performer. It was powered by a range of petrol and diesel engines, offering decent fuel economy and performance for its size. The Multipla was also praised for its handling and ride quality, as well as its extensive safety features. While the Multipla never achieved mainstream success, it gained a dedicated following for its practicality, unique design, and quirky personality. The Multipla was aimed at European buyers looking for a spacious and functional vehicle, with a focus on practicality and affordability. Although it was never sold in the United States, it did garner attention for its unconventional design and its commitment to providing a unique and spacious interior for its occupants. Ultimately, the 1999 Fiat Multipla was a testament to Fiat’s ingenuity and commitment to offering innovative and distinctive solutions in the automotive market.