recommended FIAT 500 ABARTH 2012 2.G Owner's Guide

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant MOPARAntifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/152,000 Mile Formula OAT (Or-
ganic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Engine Oil Use API Certified SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting the re-
quirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-10896. Refer to your engine
oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter MOPAREngine Oil Filter or equivalent.
Spark Plugs SIKR9A7 (Gap 0.026 in [0.65mm])
Fuel Selection 87 Octane Acceptable — 91 Octane Recommended
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission MOPARC635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake
fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. Use only recommended
brake fluids or equivalent.
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At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the engine coolant reservoir
and brake master cylinder, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with 17” summer tires,
more frequent tire rotation may be necessary to achieve
optimal tread wear, and tire rotation at each oil change
indicator message is recommended.
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