scheduled servicing FIAT 500 2018 Owner handbook (in English)

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REFUELLING
Petrol engines: Only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95, in compliance with the European
specification EN228. Do not use petrol containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and driving
issues, as well as damage fundamental components of the supply system.
Diesel engines: refuel only with Diesel fuel motor vehicles conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other
products or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused.
For further details on the use of the correct fuel see the “Refuelling the vehicle” paragraph in the “Starting and driving” chapter.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Versions with manual gearbox (petrol engines): make sure that the handbrake is engaged, put the gear in neutral, fully
depress the clutch without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has
started.
Versions with manual gearbox (diesel engines): make sure that the handbrake is engaged, put the gear in neutral, fully
depress the clutch pedal without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the
mwarning
lights to switch off. Turn the ignition key to AVV and finally release it as soon as the engine starts.
Versions with automatic transmission: make sure that the handbrake is engaged and that the gear lever is in P (Parking) or N
(Neutral), fully depress the brake pedal, then turn the ignition key to AVV.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the car on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or
other flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help
protect the environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the vehicle, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact a Fiat
Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the electric system of the vehicle can support the
required load.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental
friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.
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FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAULT (colour display)
The display will show the symbol and a dedicated message if the fuel cut-off system is faulty. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM (colour display)
The colour display will show the symbol and a dedicated message if the fuel cut-off system intervenes.
For the fuel cut-off system re-activation procedure, see the “Fuel cut-off system” paragraph, in the
“In an emergency” chapter.
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EXTERIOR LIGHT FAULT (colour display)
The display will show a symbol and dedicated message if a fault is detected in one of the following lights: daytime running
lights (DRLs) - side lights - direction indicators -rear fog light - number plate lights.
The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.
It is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership.
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SERVICE (SCHEDULED SERVICING) EXPIRED
When the next scheduled service is approaching, the symbol appears on the display, followed by the number of kilometres
or miles left. This is displayed automatically, with ignition key at MAR-ON, 2000 km (or equivalent value in miles) before
servicing or, where provided, 30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time the key is turned to MAR-ON or, for
versions/markets, where provided, every 200 km (or equivalent value in miles).
Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” operations will be performed and the message will be reset.
BRAKE LIGHT FAULT (colour display)
The colour display will show the symbol together with a dedicated message if there is a fault in the brake lights.
The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.
It is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership
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DEACTIVATING FRONT
PASSENGER AIRBAG
AND SIDE BAG
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function allows the passenger side
airbag to be activated/deactivated.
Proceed as follows:
❒ briefly press MENU
Nbutton and,
after displaying the message
(Passenger bag: Off)
(to deactivate) or the message
(Passenger Bag: On) (to activate) by
pressing the + and – buttons, press
the MENU
Nbutton again;
❒ the confirmation request message is
displayed;
❒ press buttons + or – to select (Yes)
(to confirm activation/deactivation)
or (No) (to abort);
❒ briefly press MENU
Nto confirm
setting and go back to the menu
screen or hold the button down to
go back to the standard screen
without saving.With Passenger’s protection not
active, the LED “on the instrument
panel lights up fixed.
SERVICE
(SCHEDULED
SERVICING)
This function allows you to display the
information about km/mileage intervals
or, for versions/markets, where
provided, time intervals for car
servicing.
To consult the information, proceed as
follows:
– briefly press the MENU
Nbutton:
the display shows when servicing is
due in kilometres/miles or days (where
provided) according to the previous
setting (see paragraph “Units of
measurement”);
– briefly press the MENU
Nbutton to
go back to the menu screen or press
the button for long to go back to the
standard screen.
IMPORTANT The “Scheduled Servicing
Plan” includes car maintenance at fixed
intervals (refer to the “Maintenance and
care” chapter).This is displayed automatically, with
ignition key at MAR-ON, 2000 km (or
equivalent value in miles) before
servicing or, where provided, 30 days
before servicing. It is also displayed
each time the key is turned to MAR-
ON or, for versions/markets, where
provided, every 200 km (or equivalent
value in miles). Below this threshold
servicing indications are more frequent.
The display will be in km or miles
according to the unit of measurement
set. When the following scheduled
servicing is approaching, the word
“Service” will appear on the display,
followed by the number of
kilometres/miles or days (where
provided) left, when the key is turned to
MAR. Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan” operations
will be performed and the message will
be reset.
When the service interval is reached
and for about 1000 km/600 mi or 30
days, a service due message is
displayed.

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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions.
For this reason, Fiat has planned a
series of checks and services at fixed
distance intervals and, for
versions/markets, where provided, at
fixed time intervals, as described in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Regardless of the above, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
liquids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all
Fiat Dealerships according to fixed
time or kilometres/miles intervals.
If, during each operation, in addition to
the ones scheduled, the need arises
for further replacements or repairs,
these may be carried out with the
owner’s explicit agreement only. If your
vehicle is used frequently for towing,
the interval between one service
operation and the next should be
reduced. IMPORTANT NOTES
Scheduled Servicing interventions are
set out by the Manufacturer. Failure to
have them carried out may invalidate
the warranty.
We advise you to inform a Fiat
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the
next service.

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PETROL/LPG VERSIONS
IMPORTANT: When you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing,
maintaining the frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note.
Warning: simply restarting maintenance from the beginning of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for
some operations!
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 Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary;
check the condition/expiry date of the “Fix&Go Automatic” repair kit (for versions/markets, where provided)
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management
systems, emissions and engine oil decay
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Visually inspect the conditions of: bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and tubes (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade
position/wear (for markets/versions, where provided)
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets
if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
(1) Topping up must be carried out with the fluids indicated in this Use and Maintenance Booklet and only after checking that the system is
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Replace engine oil and oil filter (3)
Replace spark plugs (0.9 TwinAir 65 HP engines) (4)
Replace spark plugs
(0.9 TwinAir 85 HP - 1.2 8V - 1.4 16V) (4)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) (5)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.2 8V and 1.4 16V engines) (5)
Replace air cleaner cartridge (6)
Change brake fluid (7)
Replace filter inside the pressure regulator
(LPG versions only)
Replace paper filter (LPG in gaseous state)
(LPG versions only)
Replace passenger compartment cleaner (6)
(3) If the vehicle is used mainly on urban routes or the annual distance travelled is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and engine oil filter
must be changed every year.
(4) For 0.9 TwinAir versions, the following are essential to ensure correct operation of the engine: only use spark plugs of the same make
and type which are specially certified for such engines (see the information in the “Engine” paragraph in the “Technical specifications”
chapter); strictly comply with the spark plug replacement interval given in the Scheduled Servicing Plan; for spark plug replacement, it is
advisable to contact a FIAT Dealership.
(5) Areas that are not dusty: advised maximum mileage 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance
travelled. Dusty areas and/or heavy conditions (cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling): the recommended maximum distance is
60,000 km. Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be replaced every 4 years.
(6) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, you are advised to change this filter every 15,000 km.
(7) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every 2 years, irrespective of the mileage.
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DIESEL VERSIONS
IMPORTANT: When you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining
the frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note.
Warning: simply restarting maintenance from the beginning of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for
some operations!
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Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary;
check the condition/expiry date of the “Fix&Go Automatic” repair kit
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, boot, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management
systems, emissions and engine oil decay (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Visually inspect the conditions of: bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and tubes (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear
(for markets/versions, where provided)
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets
if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
(1) Topping up must be carried out with the fluids indicated in this Use and Maintenance Booklet and only after checking that the system is
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REGULAR
INSPECTIONS
39) 22) 4)
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
❒ engine coolant fluid level;
❒ brake fluid level;
❒ windscreen washer fluid level;
❒ tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒ operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒ operation of the windscreen
wiper/washer system, position and
wear of the windscreen and rear
window wiper blades.
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have
been designed and produced
specifically for Fiat cars (see table
“Capacities” in the “Technical
specifications” section).
DEMANDING USE
OF THE CAR
If the vehicle is mainly used in one of
the following particularly harsh
conditions:
❒ trailer or caravan towing;
❒ dusty roads;
❒ short repeated distances (less than
7-8 km) and with external
temperatures below zero;
❒ engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of inactivity;
perform the following inspections more
frequently than shown on the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒ check front disk brake pad
conditions and wear;
❒ Check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;❒ sight inspect the conditions of:
engine, gearbox, transmission,
pipes and hoses (exhaust -
fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒ check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
❒ visually check the various drive belt
conditions;
❒ check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
❒ check pollen filter and replace it, if
required;
❒ check air cleaner and replace it, if
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ENGINE COOLANT
39) 22) 23)
The coolant level must be checked
when the engine is cold and must
range between the
MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir.
A 50-50 mixture of PARAFLU
UPand
distilled water gives freeze protection
up to –35°C.
When the vehicle is used in particularly
harsh weather conditions, we
recommend using a 60% mixture of
PARAFLU
UPand 40% of demineralised
water.
CHECKING LEVELS
ENGINE OIL
39) 22) 26) 4)
Check the engine oil level a few
minutes (about five) after the engine
has stopped, with the car parked on
level ground.
The oil level must be within the MIN
and MAX marks on the dipstick.
NOTE
The dipstick is integrated in the engine
oil cap for 0.9 TwinAir 60 HP*, 65 HP,
80 HP*, 85 HP and 105 HP versions.
❒ The range between the MIN and
MAX marks corresponds to about 1
litre of oil.
❒ If the level of the oil is close to or
below the MIN mark, add oil via the
filler fitting until the MAX mark is
reached.
❒ The oil level must never exceed the
MAX mark.
❒ The maximum engine oil
consumption is usually 400 grams
every 1000 km.
* For versions/markets, where provided
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHER
FLUID
39) 22)
Use a mixture of water and
PETRONAS DURANCE
SC35 fluid, in the following
concentrations:
❒ 30% PETRONAS DURANCE
SC35 and 70% water in summer.
❒ 50% PETRONAS DURANCE
SC35 and 50% water in winter.
BRAKE FLUID 39) 22)
The fluid level in the reservoir must not
exceed the MAX mark.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid is
hygroscopic (i.e. it absorbs moisture).
For this reason, if the vehicle is mainly
used in areas with a high degree of
atmospheric humidity, the fluid should
be replaced at more frequent intervals
than specified in the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan”.

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Proceed as follows: detach the
connector A fig. 142 (by pressing
button B) from sensor C for monitoring
the status of the battery installed on
the negative battery pole D. This
sensor should never be disconnected
from the battery pole except if the
battery is replaced.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver’s side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the
battery and then reconnecting the
electrical supply to the battery.
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BATTERY
39) 24) 3)
The car is fitted with a
low-maintenance battery: no
electrolyte top-ups with distilled water
are needed in standard conditions
of use.
INSPECTING THE
CHARGE AND THE
ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
The operations must be carried out as
described in this Owner Handbook
only by specialised personnel.
Topping must be carried out by
specialised personnel at a Fiat
Dealership.
REPLACING THE
BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a
genuine spare part with the same
specifications.
If a battery with different specifications
is fitted, the service intervals given in
the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will no
longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s
instructions for maintenance.
CAR INACTIVITY
(CARS EQUIPPED WITH
START&STOP SYSTEM)
In the event of vehicle inactivity
(or if the battery is replaced), special
attention must be paid to the
disconnection of the battery power
supply.