snow chains FIAT 500 2018 Owner handbook (in English)

KNOWING YOUR CAR
50
iTPMS System
(indirect Tyre
Pressure
Monitoring System)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
48)
RESET PROCEDURE
The iTPMS needs an initial “self-
learning” phase (with length depending
on the driving style and road
conditions: optimal conditions being
driving on a straight road at 80 km/h
for at least 20 minutes) which starts
when the Reset procedure is carried
out.
The Reset procedure must be carried
out:
❒ each time tyre pressure is
modified;
❒ when even only one tyre is
changed;
❒ when tyres are rotated/inverted;
❒ when the space-saver wheel is
fitted.
In a few situations such as sporty
driving, particular conditions of the
road surface (e.g. icy, snowy,
unsurfaced roads...) the signalling may
be delayed or partial in detecting the
contemporary deflation of more than
one tyre.
Under special conditions (e.g. vehicle
loaded asymmetrically on one side,
towing a trailer, damaged or worn tyre,
fitting the space-saver wheel, use of
the “Fix&Go” quick tyre repair kit,
fitting snow chains, fitting different
tyres on the axles) the system may
give false indications or be temporarily
deactivated.
If the system is temporarily
deactivated, the warning light
nflashes for about 75 seconds and then
is continuously on; at the same time,
the display shows a dedicated
message.
This indication is displayed also after
the engine has been switched off and
then on again if the correct operating
conditions are not restored. Before carrying out the “Reset”
procedure, inflate the tyres to the
rated pressure values specified in the
inflation pressure table (see “Wheels”
paragraph in the “Technical
specifications” chapter).
If the Reset procedure is not carried
out, in all above cases, the
nwarning light may give false indications
on one or more tyres.
To carry out the Reset procedure, with
the vehicle stopped and the ignition
key at MAR, use the setup menu (see
the description of the “Display”
paragraph). At the end of the Reset
procedure the display will show the
“Reset saved” message, indicating
that the self-learning has been started.
If the iTPMS self-learning is not
correctly executed, the message is not
displayed.
OPERATING
CONDITIONS
The system is active for speeds above
15 km/h.

TECHNICAL DATA
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0.9 TwinAir 60 HP 5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 82T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S)
5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 86T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S)
4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84M
6Jx15H2-ET35  185/55 R15 82H  185/55 R15 82Q (M+S)
6½Jx16H2-ET35  195/45 R16 84H  195/45 R16 84Q (M+S)
0.9 TwinAir 65 HP 5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 82 T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S)
5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 82 T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S)
4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84M
0.9 TwinAir 80 HP 6Jx15H2-ET35  185/55 R15 82H  185/55 R15 82Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84P
0.9 TwinAir 85 HP 6½Jx16H2-ET35  195/45 R16 84H  195/45 R16 84Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 80P (*)
0.9 TwinAir105 HP 6Jx15H2-ET35  185/55 R15 82H  185/55 R15 82Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84P
6½Jx16H2-ET35  195/45 R16 84H  195/45 R16 84Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 B14 80P
VersionsRimsTyres
providedSnow
tyresSpace-saver wheel 
WHEELS 30) 32) 39) 43) 15)
RimTyre
4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 B14 84M4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 B14 84M (**)
For versions/markets, where provided  Alloy rim  Not suitable for snow chains
(*) For 0.9 TwinAir 80 HP versions only (**) Excluding 0.9 TwinAir 80 HP version
RIMS AND TYRES
Alloy or pressed steel rims. Tubeless radial carcass tyres. All approved tyres are listed in the Registration Document.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepancies between the information provided in this Owner Handbook and the Log Book, the
latter takes precedence. For safe driving, the car must be fitted with tyres of the same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes with tubeless tyres.
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Total front toe-in 0.5 ± 1 mm The values refer to the car in running order.

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1.2 8V 69 HP 5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 82T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84P
5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 86T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S)
6½Jx15H2-ET35  185/55 R15 82H  185/55 R15 82Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84M

6½Jx16H2-ET35  195/45 R16 84H  195/45 R16 84Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 B14 84M
1.4 16V 100 HP 6Jx15H2-ET35  185/55 R15 82H  185/55 R15 82Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84P
6Jx15H2-ET40 185/55 R15 82H  185/55 R15 82Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84M

6½Jx16H2-ET35  195/45 R16 84H  195/45 R16 84Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 B14 84M
1.3 16V Multijet 5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 82T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S)
4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84P
5½Jx14H2-ET35 175/65 R14 86T 175/65 R14 82Q (M+S) 78 HP - 95 HP
6Jx15H2-ET35  185/55 R15 82H  185/55 R15 82Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 R14 84M
6½Jx16H2-ET35  195/45 R16 84H

 195/45 R16 84Q (M+S) 4.00Bx14 ET43 135x80 B14 84M
For versions/markets, where provided  Alloy rim  Not suitable for snow chains
VersionsTyres
providedSnow
tyresSpace-saver spare
RimTyre
Rims

TECHNICAL DATA
174
175/65 R14 82T/86T 2.4 (*) 2.2 (*) 2.4 (*)
2.2 (*)(1.2 ECO versions)
2.2 (**) 2.0 (**) 2.3 (**) 2.2 (**)
175/65 R14 82T 2.2 2.0 2.3
2.2
175/65 R14 86T 2.2 2.0 2.3 2.2 2.8
185/55 R15 82H 2.2 2.1 2.3 2.3
195/45 R16 84H 2.2 2.1 2.4 2.3
TyresMedium load (bar)
rearfront
Full load (bar)
rearfront
Space-saver
spare(bar)
(*) ECO
(**) COMFORT: ECO consumption is not guaranteed with comfort pressures
(
) For versions/markets, where provided
TYRE INFLATION PRESSURES 33) 39)
When the tires are warm, the inflation pressure should be + 0.3 bar in relation to the recommended figure. However, recheck
that the value is correct with the tyre cold.
SNOW CHAINS 15)
The use of snow chains should be in compliance with local regulations of each country. Snow chains can be fitted to the
tyres of the front wheels (drive wheels) only. Check the tension of the snow chains after the first few metres have been
driven.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fitted to the space-saver spare wheel. If a front tyre is punctured, replace a rear wheel
with the space-saver wheel and move the rear wheel to the front axle. In this way, with two normal drive wheels at the front,
snow chains can be fitted.

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32) CHANGING A WHEEL
•The space-saver wheel (for versions/markets, where
provided) is specific to your car, do not use it on other models,
or use the space-saver wheel of other models on your car.
The space-saver wheel must only be used in an emergency.
Never use it for more than strictly necessary and never exceed
80 km/h.
•On the space-saver wheel there is an orange label,
summarising the main warnings regarding space-saver wheel
usage restrictions. Never remove or cover the label. The label
contains the following indications in four languages: “Warning!
For temporary use only! 80 km/h max! Replace with standard
wheel as soon as possible. Never cover this indication.” Never
apply a wheel cap on a space-saver wheel.
•If you change the type of wheel (alloy rims instead of
steel rims and vice versa) you will have to change the entire set
of fastening bolts with another set of suitably sized bolts.
•Alert other drivers that the car is stationary in compliance
with local regulations: hazard warning lights, warning triangle,
etc. Any passengers on board should leave the car, especially
if it is heavily laden. Passengers should stay away from on-
coming traffic while the wheel is being changed. On hills or
uneven roads, use chocks or appropriate objects to block the
wheels of the vehicle.
•The driving features of the car may change when a space-
saver wheel is fitted. Avoid violent acceleration and braking,
abrupt steering and fast cornering.
The total life of a space-saver wheel is approximately 3,000
km, after which it must be replaced by another wheel of the
same type. Never install a traditional tyre on a rim designed to
be used as a space-saver wheel.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Have the wheel repaired and refitted as soon as possible. Using
two or more space-saver wheels at the same time is forbidden.
Do not apply grease to the bolt threads before fitting: they could
come unscrewed.
•Snow chains cannot be fitted to the space-saver wheel.
So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured and chains are needed,
a rear wheel should be fitted to the front of the car and the
space-saver wheel should be fitted to the rear. In this way,
equipped with two normal drive wheels at the front, they can be
fitted with snow chains, thus resolving the emergency situation.
•If the hub cap is not fitted correctly, it may come off when the
car is travelling.
Never tamper with the inflation valve.
Never introduce tools of any kind between rim and tyre. Check
tyre and space-saver wheel pressures regularly, complying with
the values given in the “Technical specifications” chapter.
•The jack is a tool developed and designed only for changing a
wheel, if a tyre gets punctured or damaged, on the vehicle with
which it is supplied or on other vehicles of the same model.
Any other use, e.g. to jack up other vehicle models or different
things, is strictly prohibited. Never use it to carry out
maintenance or repairs under the vehicle or to change
summer/winter wheels and vice versa.
Never go under the raised vehicle. If any work under the vehicle
is necessary, contact the Fiat Service Network. Incorrect
placing of the jack can cause the vehicle to drop: use it only in
the positions indicated.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
204(CONTINUES)
• Warning light mwill blink for 60 seconds after starting or
during prolonged cranking to indicate a fault to the glow plug
heating system.
Use the car normally if the engine starts and go to a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
• Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or coasting
downhill. This could cause fuel to flow into the catalytic
converter and damage it beyond repair.
• Never use a fast battery-charger to start the engine as this could
damage the electronic systems of your vehicle, particularly the
ignition and engine fuel supply control units.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative terminal (–) of the flat
battery. The following spark could lead to battery explosion and
cause serious harm.
Only use the specific earth point; do not use
any other exposed metallic part.
• A quick burst on the accelerator before turning off the engine
serves absolutely no practical purpose; it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to turbocharged engines.
14) USING THE GEARBOX: MANUAL AND DUALOGIC
• Do not drive with your hand resting on the gear lever as the
force exerted, even if slight, could lead over time to premature
wear of the gearbox internal components.
• If the gearbox is faulty, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible to have the system checked.
• Avoid keeping your hand placed on this lever in between
gear changes or Auto/Manual mode.
• Using the paddles incorrectly (paddles pushed towards the
dashboard) could break them.• In order to safeguard the efficiency of the clutch, do not use the
accelerator to keep the car still (for example:
stopped on a hill); the clutch could overheat and be damaged;
use the brake pedal and only operate the accelerator pedal when
you decide to set off.
• If the messages continue to be shown in the display, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
15) SNOW CHAINS
• Keep the vehicle’s speed down when snow chains are fitted;
never exceed 50 km/h.
• With snow chains, use the accelerator with extreme care to
prevent, or to limit as much as possible, slipping of the drive
wheels that could cause chain breakage, resulting in damage to
the car body or mechanical components.
• Avoid potholes, steps and pavements and avoid driving long
distances on roads not covered with snow to avoid damaging the
car and the roadbed.
16) POWER SOCKET
Only accessories with a maximum power of 180 W (maximum
absorption 15 A)
can be connected to the socket.
17) DIESEL FILTER
The presence of water in the supply circuit may cause severe
damage to the injection system and irregular engine operation.
If the warning light or the symbol
Eon the colour display turns
on, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the
system bled.
VEHICLE SAFETY
(CONTINUED)

CONTENTS
218
Heavy-duty use of the car .............................................154
Engine compartments............................................155-157
Checking fluid levels .....................................................158
– Engine oil ...................................................................158
– Engine coolant ...........................................................158
– Washer fluid for windscreen/rear window ...................159
– Brake fluid .................................................................159
Battery..........................................................................159
– Inspecting the charge ................................................159
– Replacing the battery..................................................159
– Car inactivity .............................................................159
Wheels and tyres ..........................................................160
Brakes .........................................................................161
Windscreen wiper–Rear wiper ......................................161
– Replacing the windscreen wiper blades .....................161
– Replacing the rear window wiper blade ......................161
– Windscreen washer nozzles........................................162
– Rear window washer nozzles......................................162
Bodywork.....................................................................162
– Advice for preserving the
bodywork...................................................................162
Interiors.........................................................................164
Fabric seats and parts...................................................164
Plastic and coated parts................................................164
Genuine leather parts....................................................164TECHNICAL DATA
Identification data .........................................................165
– Identification data plate ............................................. 165
– Bodywork paint identification plate .............................165
– Chassis marking .......................................................166
– Engine marking .........................................................166
Engine...........................................................................167
Dimensions ..................................................................171
Wheels .........................................................................172
Tyre inflation pressures ................................................174
Snow chains ................................................................174
Snow tyres ...................................................................175
Steering .......................................................................175
Performance ................................................................176
Weights.........................................................................177
Refuelling .....................................................................180
Fluids and lubricants .....................................................182
– Product specifications.............................................. 182
Fuel consumption– CO
2emissions................................184
Prescriptions for handling the vehicle at the
end of its life................................................................. 185
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Personal safety....................................................187-201
Vehicle safety ......................................................202-207
Environmental protection...............................................208