wiper fluid FIAT 124 SPIDER 2017 2.G Owners Manual

Because heavy ice and snow can jam
the wiper blades, the wiper motor is
protected from motor breakdown,
overheating and possible fire by a
circuit breaker. This mechanism will
automatically stop operation of the
blades, but only for about five minutes.
If this happens, turn off the wiper switch
and park off the road and remove the
snow and ice. After five minutes, turn
on the switch and the blades should
operate normally. If they do not resume
functioning, contact an Authorized
Dealer as soon as possible. Drive to the
side of the road and pull off the side of
the road to a safe location. Wait until
the weather clears before trying to drive
with the wipers inoperative.
Windshield Washer
Pull the lever toward you and hold it to
spray washer fluid.
With the wiper lever in theOFFor
intermittent position/ AUTOposition,
the wipers will operate continuously
until the lever is released.
Warning!
Sudden loss of visibility through the
windshield could lead to a collision. You
might not see other vehicles or other
obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the
windshield during freezing weather, warm
the windshield with defroster before and
during windshield washer use.
If the fluid level is normal and the
washer does not work, contact an
Authorized Dealer.
With headlight washers
When the headlights are on, the
headlight washers operate
automatically once every fifth time the
windshield washer operates.
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
Operating Tips
The air conditioning system will only
operate with the engine running.
To prevent the battery from being
discharged while the engine is off, do
not leave the fan control dial on for
extended periods of time.
To improve system efficiency, clear all
obstructions (leaves, snow and ice)
from the hood and the air inlet in the
grille.
Use the air conditioning system to
defog the windows and dehumidify the
air.
Recirculation mode should be used
when driving through tunnels, while in a
traffic jam, or when you would like to
quickly cool the interior by shutting off
the exterior vents.
Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windscreen defrosting.
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, and
then run the air conditioning system.
To keep the internal parts lubricated
and the system running smoothly, run
the air conditioner about 10 minutes at
least once a month.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

At least twice a year (for example,
every spring and fall) perform
inspection of:
Engine coolant
Engine oil
As explained in the “Introduction”
paragraph, several procedures can be
done only by a qualified service
technician with special tools.
For details, read the separate Warranty
Booklet provided with the vehicle. If you
are unsure about any servicing or
maintenance procedure, have it done
by an Authorized Dealer.
There are strict environmental laws
regarding the disposal of waste oil and
fluids. Please dispose of your waste
properly and with due regard to the
environment.
We recommend that you entrust the oil
and fluid changes of your vehicle to an
Authorized Dealer.
Periodic Checks
Every 620 miles (1,000 km) or before
long trips check and, if necessary, top
off:
Engine coolant level.
Brake fluid level.
Windshield washer fluid level.
Tire inflation pressure and condition.
Operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.).
Operation of windshield
washer/wiper system and
positioning/wear of windshield wiper
blades.
Every 1860 miles (3,000 km) check
and top off the engine oil level if
required.
Heavy-Duty Use Of The
Vehicle
If the vehicle is used under one of the
following conditions:
Dusty roads.
Short, repeated trips less than 4.4 -
5 miles (7-8km)atsub -zero outside
temperatures.
Engine idling for long periods of time
or driving long distances at low speeds
or long periods of inactivity. The following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
Check front disc brake pad condition
and wear.
Check cleanliness of underhood area
and all door and trunk locks, cleanliness
and lubrication of linkage.
Visually inspect conditions of the:
engine, transmission, lines and hoses
(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and
rubber elements (hoses/belts/etc.).
Check battery charge and battery
fluid level.
Visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts.
Check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace
cabin air filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles
(6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a
dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only
very low engine RPM’s. This type of
vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) Setup Menu.....78
EVIC Display ..............78
Emergency flap opening ........176
Emergency Key ..............19
Emergency, In Case Of .........209
Hazard Warning Flasher ......185
Jacking ..........204,205,238
Jump Starting .........218,219
Overheating .............220
Towing ............. .221,223
Emission control system .........74
Engine .................. .267
Exhaust Gas Caution ........175
Fails To Start .............220
Flooded, Starting ..........220
Jump Starting .........218,219
Overheating .............220
Starting ..............21,220
Engine compartment ..........232
Engine coolant (level check) ......233
Engine oil (level check) .........233
Environment protection systems ....74
Essential information ............3
Ethanol .................. .173
Event Data Recorder ..........146
Exhaust Gas Caution ..........175
Exterior Lights ...............38Flash-To-Pass...............40
Flashers Hazard Warning ...........185
Turn Signal ...............41
Flooded Engine Starting ........220
Fluid And Lubricants ..........275
Fluid Capacities .............274
Fog Lights ..................41
Follow Me Home .............41
Front lights (light bulbs) .........188
Front Wipers Wiper Operation ...........42
Fuel Additives ...............174
Clean Air ...............173
Ethanol ............... .173
Materials Added ...........174
Methanol ...............173
Fuel Consumption Display ........88
Fuel Economy Monitor ..........88
Fuel filler cap ...............175
Fuel filler door ...............175
Fuse block (engine compartment) . .198
Fuse block (interior) ...........202
Fuses (interior) ..............196
Fuses (underhood) ............197
Gasoline, Clean Air...........173
Gasoline, Reformulated ........173Gear selector positions
.........154
GVWR .................. .177
Hazard Warning Flasher........185
Hazardous driving ............179
Head Restraints ............34,35
Headlight ..................38
Headlights
Adjusting The Headlight Abroad. .42
High Beam ...............40
Passing .................40
Heavy-duty use of the vehicle (scheduled servicing) ........226
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) . . .58
Hood Release ...............69
How to use this manual ..........3
Identification Data............264
Inside Rearview Mirror ..........36
Instrument Cluster Display DID Menu Items . . . .79,80,82,83,84
EVIC Menu Items . . .79,80,82,83,84
Interior Lights ................62
Interiors ................. .259
Internal Equipment ............61
Jack Location..............204
Jack Operation ........204,205,238
Jump Starting ............218,219
Key Fob..................14
Emergency Key ............14

Snow Tires..............248
Spare Tire ......204,248,249,250
Spinning ...............246
Tread Wear Indicators .......246
ToOpenDeckLid.............66
ToOpenHood...............69
Towing Disabled Vehicle ........221,223
Towing Eyes ............... .221
Towing trailers ..............178
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ................ .119
Transmission ...............268
Tread Wear Indicators ..........246
Trunk Lid Closing ..................68
Opening .................66
Trunk light (bulb replacement) .....195
Turn Signals .................41Undercoating ..............257
Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . .252,284
Vehicle Loading ..........177,241
Vehicle modifications/alterations .....4
Vent Operation ...............45
Warning Flasher, Hazard .......185
Warranty Information ..........283
Washer Operation ...........42,44
Washers, Windshield ...........42
Wheels and tires .............239
Window and headlight washer fluid (level check) ..............235
Window interiors (cleaning) ......261
Windows Driver/Passenger Window
Controls .................56
Power Windows ...........56
Window Lockout ...........58
Windshield wiper blades (replacing) ...............237 Windshield Wipers
............42
Windstop ..................66
Winter driving ...............180
Wiper blades ...............237
Wrecker Towing ..........221,223
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