oil type FIAT 500 ABARTH 2014 2.G User Guide

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
• A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission
and axle) in your vehicle.
• Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles
(100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
• While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws
contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can
be detrimental and should be avoided.
• The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy con-
serving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended vis-
cosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle.”
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers)
of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not inter-
preted as an indication of an engine problem or malfunction.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may
result.
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WIND BUFFETING
• Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffet-
ing occurs with the windows down, adjust one or both windows up or down
slightly.
• If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust
any window. This will minimize buffeting.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
• To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this
vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than
–22° F (–30° C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block
heater has not been used. An externally-powered electric engine block heater is
available as optional equipment or from your authorized dealer.
• The message "plug in engine heater" will be displayed in the instrument cluster
when the ambient temperature is below 5° F (–15° C) at the time the engine is
shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start.
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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 illumi-
nate. This means that service 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 pos-
sible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) ortwelve months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and
off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
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 trans-
mission as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required mainte-
nance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before theoil indicator system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required.
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and park brake.
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
• How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 13
• How do I fold down my rear seat? pg. 18
ELECTRONICS
• What Sound System do I have? pg. 34
• How do I set the presets on my radio? pg. 37
• How do I connect my portable media player/iPod/MP3? pg. 43
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with the BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free
Communication System? pg. 40
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 50
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 60
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my underhood fuse block located? pg. 74
• Where is my interior fuse block located? pg. 73
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 68
• How often should I change my engines oil? pg. 69
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 75
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Alarm (Security Alarm). . . . . . . . . . .10
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . .27
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Belts, Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free
Communication. . . . . . . . . . . .38
Brake Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Break-In Recommendations,New Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Bulb Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Child Restraint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Cooling SystemCoolant Capacity. . . . . . . . . . .68Cruise Control (Speed Control). . . . . .23Cruise Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Customer Assistance. . . . . . . . . . .78
Defects, Reporting. . . . . . . . . . . .79Disarming, Security System. . . . . . .10
ElectronicsYour Vehicle's Sound System. . . .34Electronic Speed Control(Cruise Control). . . . . . . . . . . . .23Electronic Throttle Control WarningLight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Electronic Vehicle InformationCenter (EVIC). . . . . . . . . . . . . .44Emergency, In Case ofBrake Warning Light. . . . . . . . .51Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62EngineBreak-In Recommendations . . . . .19Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . .67Oil Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Overheating. . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Enhanced Accident ResponseFeature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Event Data Recorder. . . . . . . . . . .65Exterior Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Flash-To-Pass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Fluid Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Fluids. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Folding Rear Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . .. . . . . . .64
Fuel
Specifications . . . .. . . . . . . . .68
Fuse . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Fuses . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73
Hands-Free Communication —
BLUE&ME™. . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
Heated Mirrors . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .26
Hood Release . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Instrument Cluster . .. . . . . . . . . . .7Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . .6, 48Interior and Instrument Lights. . . . . .4, 5Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2iPod®/USB/MP3 Control .. . . . . . . .43
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Lane Change Assist. . . . . . . . . . . .20Lap/Shoulder Belts. . . . . . . . . . . .10LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forCHildren)..........12, 13, 14, 15LightsTurn Signal . . . . .. . . . . . . . .20Warning (Instrument ClusterDescription) .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren(LATCH). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Maintenance Record .. . . . . . . . . .72Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . .69Malfunction Indicator Light(Check Engine). . . . . . . . . . . . .52Manual Transmission. . . . . . . . . . .28MirrorsHeated . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .26MOPAR® Accessories. . . . . . . . . .80
New Vehicle Break-In Period. . . . . . .19
Oil, EngineCapacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68OutletPower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Overheating, Engine . .. . . . . . . . . .53
Placard, Tire and Loading Information . .75
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