maintenance FIAT 500 2019 Owner handbook (in English)

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Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat.
We have written this handbook to help you get familiar with all the features of your car.
Here you will find information, advice and important warnings regarding use of your vehicle and how to achieve the best performance
from the technical features of your Fiat
.
You are advised to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time, to become familiar with the controls and above all
with those concerning brakes, steering and gearbox; at the same time, you can understand the vehicle behaviour on different road
surfaces.
This document also provides a description of special features and tips, as well as essential information for the safe driving, care and
maintenance of your Fiat
over time.
After reading it, you are advised to keep the handbook inside the vehicle, for an easy reference and for making sure it remains on
board the vehicle should it be sold.
In the attached Warranty Booklet you will also find a description of the Services that Fiat offers to its customers, the Warranty
Certificate and the detail of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity.
We are sure that these will help you to get in touch with and appreciate your new vehicle and the service provided by the people at
Fiat.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
WARNING
This Owner Handbook describes all versions of the Fiat
, it is therefore necessary to please consider only the
information relevant to your car’s trim level, engine and version. All data contained in this publication are purely
indicative. FCA Italy S.p.A. can modify the specifications of the vehicle model described in this publication at any time, for
technical or marketing purposes. For further information, contact a Fiat Dealership.

READ THIS CAREFULLY
REFUELLING
Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 in compliance with the European specification
EN228. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and driving issues, as well as damage fundamental components of the supply system.
LPG engines: refuel only with LPG for motor vehicles conforming to the European specification EN589. 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
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged and place the gear lever in neutral. Fully press the clutch pedal, without pressing the accelerator,
then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for thewarning light to turn off; turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the
engine starts.
Versions with Dualogic gearbox: 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 and release it as soon as the engine is started.
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 vehicle's electric system 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.

TRIP B ACTIVATION / DATA
SET TIME
SET DATE
AUTOCLOSE
UNITS OF MEASUREMENT
LANGUAGE
WARNING VOLUME
BUTTON VOLUME
SEAT BELT BEEP
SERVICE
AIRBAG / PASSENGER AIRBAG
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
TYRE RESET
RADIO REPETITION (for markets/
versions, where provided)
SEE PHONE (for markets/versions,
where provided)
SEE NAVIGATION (for markets/
versions, where provided)
EXIT MENU
Set Time (Setting the clock)
Using this function, it is possible to set
the clock through two submenus:
“Time” and “Format”.
To adjust, proceed as follows:
briefly press the MENU button,
the display will show the two submenus
“Time” and “Mode”;
press the+or–button to move
between the two submenus;
once you have selected a submenu,
briefly press the MENU button
;
if you select the “Time” submenu,
briefly press the MENU button
to
display the "hours";
press the+or–button to adjust;
briefly press the MENU button
to display the "minutes";
press the+or–button to adjust.
NOTE Each press of the+or–buttons
will increase or decrease by one unit.
Hold down the button to increase/
decrease the setting rapidly and
automatically. Complete the adjustment
with single presses of the button when
you approach the desired value.
If you select the "Format" submenu,
briefly press the MENU button
to
show the display mode;
press+or–to select “24h” or
“12h”. When you have made the
required settings, briefly press the
MENU button
to go back to the
submenu screen or hold the button
down to go back to the main menu
screen without saving.
hold the MENU buttonor SAVE
for colour displays down again to
return to the standard screen or to the
main menu according to where you
are in the menu.Set date (Setting the date)
This function may be used to update
the date (year/month/day).
To adjust, proceed as follows:
briefly press the MENU button
to display the "year";
press the+or–button to adjust;
briefly press the MENU button
to display the "month";
press the+or–button to adjust;
briefly press the MENU button
to display the "day";
press the+or–button to adjust;
NOTE Each press of the+or–buttons
will increase or decrease by one unit.
Hold down the button to increase/
decrease the setting rapidly and
automatically. Complete the adjustment
with single presses of the button when
you approach the desired value.
press the MENU button
,orSAVE
for colour displays, briefly to return to
the menu screen or hold the button
down to return to the standard screen
without storing.
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
maintenance.
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To consult the information, proceed as
follows:
press the MENU button: the
display shows when servicing is due in
km/mi or days (where provided)
according to the previous setting (see
paragraph "Units of measurement");
press the MENU buttonto
return to the menu screen; press the
button again to return 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 next 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 "Service
Schedule" operations will be performed
and the message will be reset.
Airbag/Passenger airbag
(Activation/deactivation of
passenger side front airbag and
side bag for pelvis, chest and
shoulder protection) - for versions/
markets, where provided
This function is used to activate/
deactivate the front passenger airbag.
Proceed as follows:
press the MENUbutton and,
after the displaying of the message
“Bag pass: Off) (to deactivate) or the
message (Passenger Bag: On” (to
activate) through the pressing of the+
and–buttons, press the MENU
button again;
a confirmation request message will
appear on the display;
press the+or–buttons to select
“Yes” (to confirm enable/disable) or
“No” (to abort);
briefly press the MENU button,
a message confirming the selection
will be displayed and you will return to
the menu screen or, pressing the button
for longer, you will return to the
standard screen without saving.
Tyre reset (iTPMS reset)
(For versions/markets, where provided)
With this function it is possible to reset
the iTPMS (see paragraph “iTPMS”).
To carry out the Reset procedure
proceed as follows:
briefly press the MENU button,
the display will show “Reset”;
press the+or–button to select
(“Yes” or “No”);
briefly press the MENU button,
the display will show “Confirm”;
press button+or–to select ("Yes"
to reset or "No" to exit the video page).
A message confirming the successful
Reset will be displayed;
press the MENU buttonagain
to return to the standard screen or
to the main menu according to where
you are in the menu.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

Under special conditions (e.g. car
loaded asymmetrically on one side,
damaged or worn tyre, fitting the
space-saver spare wheel, fitting snow
chains, fitting different tyres on the
axles) the system may give false
warnings or be temporarily deactivated.
If the system is temporarily deactivated
the
warning light flashes for about
75 seconds and then is continuously
on; at the same time, the display shows
a warning message.
This warning is displayed also after the
engine has been switched off and
then on again if the correct operating
conditions are not restored.
WARNING
77)If the system signals a pressure
decrease on one or more tyres, it
is recommended to always check the
pressure on all four tyres.
78)The iTPMS does not relieve the driver
from the obligation to check the tyre
pressure every month; it is not to
be considered a system to replace
maintenance or a safety system.
79)Tyre pressure must be checked with
tyres cold. Should it become necessary for
whatever reason to check pressure with
warm tyres, do not reduce pressure even
though it is higher than the prescribed
value, but repeat the check when tyres are
cold.80)The iTPMS cannot indicate sudden tyre
pressure drops (for example when a tyre
bursts). In this case, stop the vehicle,
braking with caution and avoiding abrupt
steering.
81)The system only warns that the tyre
pressure is low: it is not able to inflate
them.
82)Insufficient tyre inflation increases fuel
consumption, reduces the tread duration
and may affect the capacity to drive safely.
OCCUPANT
PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
some of the most important safety
equipment of the vehicle comprise the
following protection systems:
seat belts;
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system;
head restraints;
child restraint systems;
Front airbags and side bags.
Read the information given the
following pages with the utmost care. It
is of fundamental importance that the
protection systems are used in the
correct way to guarantee the maximum
possible safety level for the driver and
the passengers.
For the description of the head restraint
adjustment see the "Head restraints"
paragraph in the "Knowing your
vehicle" chapter.
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SBR SYSTEM (Seat
Belt Reminder)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The SBR system warns the passengers
of the front and rear (for versions/
markets, where provided) seats if their
seat belt is not fastened.
The system warnings unfastened seat
belts with visual warnings (warning
lights on in the instrument panel and
icons on the display) and an acoustic
warning (see the following paragraphs).
NOTE Contact a Fiat Dealership to
deactivate this acoustic warning
permanently. The acoustic warning can
be reactivated at any time through the
display Setup Menu.
Seat belts warning light operation
The system warns the driver and the
front passenger if their seat belt is
not fastened, as follows:
flashingwarning light and
intermittent acoustic warning for about
100 seconds.
once the cycle has finished, the
warning light remains on constantly until
the seat belts are fastened.
PRE-TENSIONERS
The car is equipped with front seat
belts pretensioners, that reduce slack in
the belts in the event of a severe frontal
collision. This guarantees the perfect
adherence of the seat belts to the
occupants' bodies before the
restraining action begins.
It is evident that the pretensioners have
operated when the belt withdraws
towards the retractor. This car is also
equipped with a second pretensioner
(fitted in the kick plate area). Its
activation is signalled by the shortening
of the metal cable.
A slight discharge of smoke may be
produced during the activation of the
pretensioner which is not harmful and
does not involve any fire hazard.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication: any
changes to its original conditions will
invalidate its efficiency.
If, due to unusual natural events (floods,
sea storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water or mud, have it
replaced.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest
degree of protection from the action of
the pretensioner, wear the seat belt
tight to the chest and pelvis.
85) 86) 87)
35)
LOAD LIMITERS
To increase occupant safety, the
retractors of the safety belts contain a
load limiter to dose the force acting
on the chest and shoulders during the
belt restraining action in the case of
frontal collisions.
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USING THE SEAT BELTS
88)
Seat belts are also to be worn by
pregnant women: the risk of injury in
the case of impact is greatly reduced
for them and the unborn child if they
are wearing a seat belt.
Pregnant women must position the
lower part of the belt very low down so
that it passes over the pelvis and under
the abdomen (see fig. 55).
While pregnancy increases, the driver
must adjust both seat and steering
wheel to have full control over the
vehicle (pedals and steering wheel
should be easily accessed).
The maximum clearance should be
kept between the abdomen and the
steering wheel.
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The seat belt strap must not be twisted.
The upper part must pass over the
shoulder and cross the chest
diagonally. The lower part must adhere
to the pelvis rather than the
passenger’s abdomen (as shown in fig.
56) . Never use devices (clips, clamps,
etc.) that hold the seat belt away from
your body.Each seat belt must be used by only
one person. Never travel with a child
sitting on the passenger's lap and
a single belt to protect them both fig.
57. In general, do not place any objects
between the person and the belt.
SEAT BELTS
MAINTENANCE
For keeping the seat belts in efficient
conditions, carefully observe the
following warnings:
always use the seat belt with the
strap well stretched and not twisted;
make sure that it is free to run without
obstructions;
check seat belt operation as follows:
attach the seat belt and pull it hard;
replace the seat belt after an
accident of a certain severity even if it
does not appear to be damaged.
Always replace the seat belt if
the pretensioners were deployed;
prevent the retractors from getting
wet: their correct operation is only
guaranteed if water does not get inside
replace the seat belt when it shows
wear or cuts.
WARNING
85)The pretensioner may be used only
once. Contact a Fiat Dealership to have it
replaced after it has been deployed.
86)For maximum safety, keep the back of
your seat upright, lean back into it and
make sure the seat belt fits closely across
your chest and pelvis. Always fasten the
seat belts on both the front and the rear
seats! Travelling without wearing seat belts
will increase the risk of serious injury or
even death in the event of an accident.
87)Removing or tampering with seat belt
and pretensioner components is strictly
prohibited. Any intervention on these
components must be performed by
qualified and authorised technicians.
Always go to a Fiat Dealership.
88)If the seat belt has been subjected to a
high level of stress, for example after an
accident, it must be completely replaced
together with the anchorages, anchorage
fixing screws and pretensioner. In fact,
even if the seat belt has no visible defects,
it could have lost its resilience.55F0S0415
56F0S0079
57F0S0080
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SAFETY

SUGGESTIONS FOR
DRIVING
SAVING FUEL
Below are some suggestions which
may help you save fuel and thus lower
the amount of harmful emissions
released into the atmosphere.
Vehicle maintenance
Checks and operations should be
carried out in accordance with
the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" (see the
"Maintenance and care" chapter).
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is
too low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded
luggage compartment. The weight of
the vehicle and its arrangement greatly
affect fuel consumption and stability.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof when they are not used.
These accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect
consumption levels. When transporting
particularly large objects, use a trailer
if possible.
Electric devices
Use electrical devices only for the
amount of time needed. The heated
rear window, windscreen wipers and
heater fan require a considerable
amount of energy; increasing
the current uptake increases fuel
consumption (by up to +25% in an
urban cycle).
Climate control module
Using the climate control system will
increase consumption: use standard
ventilation when the temperature
outside permits.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for
aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and consumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Start
Do not warm up the engine at low or
high revs when the car is stationary;
this causes the engine to warm up
more slowly, thereby increasing fuel
consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to move off
immediately, slowly, avoiding high
speeds: in this way the engine will
warm up more quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when starting at traffic
lights or before stopping the engine.
The latter action, as well as double-
declutching, is unnecessary and causes
increased fuel consumption and
pollution.
Gear selection
Use a high gear when traffic and road
conditions allow it. Using a low gear for
faster acceleration will increase fuel
consumption. In the same way,
improper use of a high gear increases
consumption, emissions and engine
wear.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

WARNING
148)If the replaced fuse blows again,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
149)Never replace a fuse with metal wires
or anything else.
150)Never replace a fuse with another with
a higher amp rating; DANGER OF FIRE.
151)If a general fuse (MEGA-FUSE,
MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows contact a
Fiat Dealership.
152)Before replacing a fuse, make sure
that the ignition key has been removed and
that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
153)Contact Fiat Dealership if a safety
system (airbags, brakes), engine system
(engine, gearbox) or steering system
general protection fuse blows.
WARNING
52)If you need to wash the engine
compartment, take care not to directly hit
the engine compartment fuse box with
the water jet.
REPLACING A
WHEEL
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
154) 155) 156) 157) 158) 159) 160) 161) 162)
JACK
Please note that:
the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired and in
the event of a fault it must be replaced
by another genuine one;
no tool other than its cranking
device may be fitted on the jack.
MAINTENANCE
prevent any dirt from depositing on
the "worm screw"
keep the "worm screw" lubricated
never modify the jack.
CONDITIONS OF
NON-USE
at temperatures lower than -40°C on
a sandy or muddy ground
on uneven ground
on steep roads
in extreme weather conditions:
thunderstorms, typhoons, hurricanes,
blizzards, storms, etc.
in direct contact with the engine or
for repairs under the car
on boats.
RAISING WITH A JACK
AND REPLACING A
WHEEL
To change a wheel, proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position that is
not dangerous for oncoming traffic
where you can change the wheel safely.
The ground must be flat and sufficiently
compact;
stop the engine, pull up the
handbrake and engage the first gear or
reverse. Wear the reflective safety
jacket (compulsory by law) before
getting out of the car;
raise the mat on the floor of the
luggage compartment;
undo the fastener B fig. 112;
take out the tool box C fig. 112 and
place it next to the wheel to be
changed;
take the space-saver wheel D fig.
112;
for vehicles with wheel cap: use the
screwdriver provided, applying leverage
to the dedicated opening on the outer
edge;
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