washer fluid FIAT 500 ABARTH 2013 2.G Owners Manual

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
!ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO . . . .309
!ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .310
!EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS..........................310
!REPLACEMENT PARTS..................312
!STUDIO SERVICE......................312
!MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES...........313
▫Engine Oil..........................313
▫Engine Oil Filter......................316
▫Engine Air Cleaner Filter................316
▫Maintenance-Free Battery...............317
▫Air Conditioner Maintenance.............318
▫Body Lubrication.....................322
▫Windshield Wiper Blades...............322
▫Adding Washer Fluid..................324
▫Exhaust System......................325
▫Cooling System......................327
▫Brake System........................333
▫Manual Transmission..................336
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir5 — Battery2—EngineOilDipstick6—EngineOilFill3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir4—FrontDistributionUnit(Fuses)
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Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this
will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the
liftgate glass.
NOTE:The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up-
ward unless the pivot cap is raised first.
2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper
blade off of the liftgate glass.
1—WiperArm2 — Pivot Cap
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3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it
forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper
blade holder.
4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade
holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press
the wiper blade until it snaps into place.
5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into
place.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment, and the fluid level should be
checked at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind-
shield washer solvent (not engine coolant/ antifreeze).
Refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Maintaining Your
Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
(Continued)
1—WiperBlade2—BladePivotPin3—WiperArm4—WiperBladeHolder
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that ser-
vice is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” message is displayed.
Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil
message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km)
since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever comes first.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake
master cylinder, and transmission as needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
356 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............329
Adding Fuel.............................277
Adding Washer Fluid......................324
Additives, Fuel...........................274
Airbag..................................39
Airbag Deployment........................52
Airbag Light.............................47
Airbag Maintenance........................53
Airbag, Side..............................42
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)................43
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .316
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................318
Air Conditioning..........................206
Air Conditioning Controls...................206
Air Conditioning Filter.....................319
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................318
Air Conditioning System....................206
Air Pressure, Tires.........................257
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................328
Capacities............................353
Disposal..............................331
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................237
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................154
Appearance Care.........................336
Automatic Dimming Mirror...................92
Automatic Door Locks......................23
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........210
Automatic Transaxle........................11
Battery.................................317
Jump Starting..........................299
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........18
Belts, Seat...............................80
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................322
B-Pillar Location..........................252
Brake Assist System.......................239
Brake Fluid.............................354
372 INDEX

Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .202
Unleaded Gasoline........................272
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................34
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).............7
Vehicle Loading..........................253
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations...............8
Vehicle Storage...........................219
Wait to Start Light.........................146
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .146
Warnings and Cautions.......................7
Warranty Information........................4
Washer
Adding Fluid..........................324
Washers, Windshield.......................117
Washing Vehicle..........................337
Water
Driving Through........................230
Wheel and Wheel Trim.....................338
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care.................338
Wind Buffeting............................25
Window Fogging.........................218
Windows................................24
Power................................24
Windshield Defroster.......................81
Windshield Washers.......................117
Windshield Wiper Blades....................322
Windshield Wipers........................117
Wiper Blade Replacement...................322
384 INDEX