battery capacity FIAT 500 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, a jump starting can
be performed using the battery and
the cables of another car, or using an
auxiliary battery. In all cases, the battery
used must have a capacity equal to or
a little higher than the flat one.
Jump starting may be dangerous if
carried out incorrectly: carefully follow
the procedures described below.
IMPORTANT NOTES
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.
Do not use an auxiliary battery or any
other source of external supply with
a voltage above 12 V: the battery, the
starter, the alternator and the electrical
system of the car could be damaged.
Do not attempt jump starting if the
battery is frozen. The battery could
break and explode!JUMP STARTING166) 167) 168)
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If the battery is flat, the engine may be
started using an auxiliary battery fig.
127, with the same capacity or a little
higher than the flat one.
Proceed as follows to start the car:
connect the positive terminals (+
mark near the terminal) of the two
batteries using a suitable lead;
with a second lead, connect the
negative terminal – of the auxiliary
battery to an earth point
on
the engine or the gearbox of the car to
be started;
start the engine;
when the engine has been started,
remove the leads reversing the order
above.For versions with Start&Stop
In the case of emergency starting,
NEVER connect the negative lead (–) of
the auxiliary battery to negative pole
(–) of the battery, but only to an earth
point on the engine/gearbox assembly.
If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, do not persist but contact
a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect
the negative terminals of the two
batteries: sparks could ignite explosive
gas released from the battery. If the
auxiliary battery is installed on another
car, prevent accidental contact
between metallic parts of the two cars.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by
pushing, towing or driving downhill.
This could cause fuel to flow into the
catalytic converter and damage it
beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
servo and electrical power steering
system (for versions/markets, where
provided) are not active until the engine
is started. A much greater effort will
therefore be required to use the brake
pedal or turn the steering wheel.
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IN AN EMERGENCY

WARNING
64)Incorrect installation of electric and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your car. After purchasing your
vehicle, if you wish to install any
accessories (anti-theft, etc.), go to a Fiat
Dealership, which will suggest the most
suitable devices and advise you whether a
higher capacity battery needs to be
installed.
WARNING
5)Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. It is
advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership
for battery replacement.
BRAKES
Depending on the version/market, the
vehicle may be equipped with
mechanical wear detectors for the
brake pads: one for each wheel
assembly.
When the brake linings are close to
wearing out, pressing the brake pedal
will generate a slight squeal: this lasts
for about 100 km (the mileage varies
with the driving style and route).
In this case, it is still possible to
continue driving, with caution.
However, contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the worn
brake pads changed.
REPLACING THE
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WIPER
BLADES
WIPER BLADES
Replace the blades if the rubber edge is
deformed or worn. In any case, it is
advisable to replace them
approximately once a year.
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RAISING THE
WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADES
Lift the windscreen wiper arm and
position the blade so that it forms a 90°
angle with the arm.
REPLACING THE
WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADES
Proceed as follows:
raise the wiper arm A fig. 133 and
position the blade so that it forms
an angle of 90° with the arm;
press the button A and extract the
blade C from the arm B;
insert the new blade making sure it
is locked into place.
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SERVICING AND CARE