brake fluid FIAT 500E 2014 2.G Owners Manual

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Seat Belt Reminder LightWhen the ignition switch is first turned to ON/
RUN, this light will turn on if the driver’s seat belt
is unbuckled, a chime will sound. When driving,
if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt
Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know
Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
2. Air Bag Warning Light
If this light turns on while driving, have the
system inspected at an authorized dealer as
soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Re-
straints” in “Things To Know Before Starting
Your Vehicle” for further information. 3. Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the Brake Warning Light turns
on it may indicate that the parking brake is
applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is
a problem with the brake system reservoir.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces-
sary.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is
dangerous. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
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kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and
running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary
to place the valve stem in this position before proceed-
ing.
3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or in Gear (manual transmission) and turn Off the igni-
tion.
4. Set the parking brake.
(B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT:
1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the Sealant Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.
3. Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire. 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw
the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the
valve stem.
5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.
NOTE: Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or
nails) from the tire.
(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated
Tire:
• Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE-
FIT kit.
NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the
parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
• After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white
fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the
Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.6
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▫Wiper Blades ....................... .307
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ..................309
▫ Brake System ....................... .310
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... .312
 FUSES ............................. .319
▫ Interior Fuses ....................... .319
▫ Power Distribution Center #1 .............323
▫ Power Distribution Center (PDC) #2 ........325
 VEHICLE STORAGE .....................326
 REPLACEMENT BULBS .................327 
BULB REPLACEMENT ..................328
▫ Headlamps Low Beam and High Beam ......328
▫ Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime
Running Lamps ...................... .328
▫ Front Fog Lamps ..................... .329
▫ Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps ............329
▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal
Lamps ............................ .329
▫ Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) . . .330
 FLUID CAPACITIES .....................331
 FLUIDS, LUBES, AND GENUINE PARTS ......332
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UNDERHOOD COMPARTMENT
1 — Battery Thermal Coolant Reservoir4 — Fuses
2 — Power Electronics Coolant Reservoir 5 — Battery
3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir
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WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
Brake System
In order to assure brake system performance, all brake
system components should be inspected periodically.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possibly a collision. Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in abnormally
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high brake temperatures, excessive lining wear, and
possible brake damage. Riding the brakes may also
reduce braking capacity in an emergency.
Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the “Brake Warning Light” is on and the parking brake is
not applied.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the
brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked
when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level
may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
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NOTE:
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer ’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot vehicle parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
CAUTION!
Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall
clutch system performance. Improper brake fluids
may damage the clutch system resulting in loss of
clutch function and the ability to shift the transmis-
sion.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
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FLUIDS, LUBES, AND GENUINE PARTS
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Coolant MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or
equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR® DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used.
If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available,
then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent.
Refrigerant MOPAR® R134a
Compressor Lubricant MOPAR® POE Oil or Equivalent meeting the require-
ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12727
Single-Speed Transmission Castrol BOT 533
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Once A Month Or Before A Trip:
•Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoirs and
brake master cylinder
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.
At Every Service Interval:
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and
hoses.
• Inspect battery cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Check and adjust hand brake.
Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Adding Washer Fluid..................... .309
Airbag ..................................58
Air Bag Air bag Operation .......................61
Air Bag Warning Light ....................73
Enhanced Accident Response ................72
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................75
FrontAirBag...........................58
If A Deployment Occurs ...................71
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................62
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............75
Airbag Deployment ........................58
Airbag Light .............................73
Airbag Maintenance ........................75
Airbag, Side ..............................67
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................69
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................306
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................306
Air Conditioning System ....................201 Air Pressure, Tires
........................ .246
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................227
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................163
Appearance Care ........................ .312
Automatic Dimming Mirror ..................105
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........201
Automatic Transaxle ........................32
Automatic Transmission ....................213
Gear Ranges .......................... .216
Battery ................................ .304
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........38
Belts, Seat ...............................96
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................307
B-Pillar Location ......................... .240
Brake Assist System ...................... .228
Brake, Parking .......................... .224
Brakes ................................ .310
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