battery replacement FIAT 500 ABARTH 2012 2.G Owners Manual

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A Word About Your Keys ................. 11
▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 11
▫ Locking Doors With A Key .............. 13
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 13
 Sentry Key .......................... 13
▫ Replacement Keys ..................... 14
▫ General Information ................... 15
 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) — If Equipped . . . 15
▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ......... 16▫
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate .......... 16
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ...... 16
▫ General Information ................... 16
▫ Transmitter Battery Replacement .......... 17
 Door Locks ........................... 19
▫ Power Door Locks .................... 20
 Power Windows ....................... 22
▫ Power Window Switches ................ 22
 Liftgate ............................. 23
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Transmitter Battery Replacement
NOTE:Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.
1. Press the mechanical key release button and release
the mechanical key to access the battery case screw
located on the side of the Key Fob.
Mechanical Key Release Button
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
Engine Compartment — 1.4L Turbo ........ 275
 Onboard Diagnostic System – OBD II ....... 276
 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance
Programs ............................ 276
 Replacement Parts ..................... 278
 Dealer Service ........................ 278
 Maintenance Procedures ................. 279
▫ Engine Oil ......................... 280
▫ Engine Oil Filter ..................... 282 ▫
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ............... 282
▫ Maintenance-Free Battery .............. 283
▫ Air Conditioner Maintenance ............ 285
▫ Body Lubrication .................... 286
▫ Windshield Wiper Blades ............... 286
▫ Adding Washer Fluid ................. 289
▫ Exhaust System ..................... 289
▫ Cooling System ..................... 292
▫ Brake System ....................... 297
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If your OBD II system isnot ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement,
you may need to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II
system to update. A recheck with the above test routine
may then indicate that the system is now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle serviced
before going to the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL is on with the engine
running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine parts for normal/scheduled maintenance
and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the de-
signed performance. Damage or failures caused by the use of parts which are
not quality-equivalent to genuine parts for maintenance
and repairs will not be covered by the manufacturer ’s
warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-
nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service
operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are
available which include detailed service information for
your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before
attempting any procedure yourself.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems may void your warranty and could result in civil
penalties being assessed against you.
278 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPARengine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are
recommended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in “What To Do In
Emergencies” for further information.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283

Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse DescriptionF24 7.5 Amp
Brown Stability Control
System
F30 15 Amp
Blue Fog Lamps
F82 30 Amp Green Sunroof/
Convertible Top
F84 10 Amp
Red Transmission
F85 15 Amp
Blue Rear Defroster,
Heated Mirrors
F87 5 Amp Tan Lights
F90 5 Amp Tan Heated Mirrors
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Lights Bulb Type
Overhead Lamp ........................ C5W
Courtesy Lamp ........................ W5W
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 293
Adding Fuel ........................... 243
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 289
Additives, Fuel ......................... 241
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 282
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 285
Air Conditioning ........................ 180
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 180
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............285,286
Air Conditioning System .............180,184,285
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 190
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 224
Airbag .............................. 37,46
Airbag Deployment ....................... 49
Airbag Light ..................... 44,52,66,126
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 51
Airbag, Side ........................ 40,43,46
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........41,43,46
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
.............. 205
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 132
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........292,314,315
Capacities .......................... 314
Disposal ........................... 295
Appearance Care ........................ 300
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 72
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 21
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 184
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 11
B-Pillar Location ........................ 219
Battery ............................... 283
Jump Starting ....................... 266
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 17
Belts, Seat .............................. 66
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 286
Brake Assist System ...................... 207
Brake Fluid ............................ 316
342 INDEX

Life of Tires........................ 229
Load Capacity .................... 219,220
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ......... 233
Pressure Warning Light ................ 127
Quality Grading ..................... 337
Radial ............................ 226
Replacement ........................ 230
Rotation ........................... 232
Safety .......................... 214,223
Sizes ............................. 215
Spinning ........................... 228
Tread Wear Indicators ................. 229
To Open Hood .......................... 89
Towing ............................... 245
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 271
Recreational ........................ 245
Trailer Towing .......................... 245
Transaxle Automatic .......................... 11 Transmission
Manual ........................... 300
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 17
Transporting Pets ........................ 63
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 229
Trip Odometer .......................... 134
Turn Signals ......................... 93,125
UCI Connector ......................... 176
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 337
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 176
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 238
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ......................... 220
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 191,310
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INDEX 353