fuel FIAT 500 ABARTH 2015 2.G Owner's Guide

Adding 1 qt (1L) of oil when the reading is at the low end
of the indicated range will result in the oil level at the full
end of the indicator range.
CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine with oil. Overfilling the
engine with oil will cause oil aeration, which can
lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil
temperature. This loss of oil pressure and increased
oil temperature could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months,
whichever occurs first.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for tur-
bocharged engines under all types of operating condi-
tions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic engine
oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of
Chrysler Material Standard MS-12991.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-40 full synthetic engine oil is recommended for
all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low
temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
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CAUTION!
•The catalytic converter requires the use of un-
leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the
effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control
device and may seriously reduce engine perfor-
mance and cause serious damage to the engine.
•Damage to the catalytic converter can result if your
vehicle is not kept in proper operating condition.
In the event of engine malfunction, particularly
involving engine misfire or other apparent loss of
performance, have your vehicle serviced promptly.
Continued operation of your vehicle with a severe
malfunction could cause the converter to overheat,
resulting in possible damage to the converter and
vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
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CavityMaxi FuseMini FuseDescription
F17–25 Amp Clear Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)
F17–15 Amp Blue Powertrain
F18–15 Amp Blue Powertrain
F18–5 Amp Tan Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)
F19–7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning
F20–15 Amp Blue Heated Seats – If Equipped
F21–15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump
F22–20 Amp Yellow Powertrain
F23–20 Amp Yellow Anti-Lock Brake Valves
F24–7.5 Amp Brown Stability Control System
F30–15 Amp Blue Fog Lamps
F8230 Amp Green–Sunroof/Convertible Top
F83 20 Amp Yellow–Cooling Pump – If Equipped
F84–10 Amp Red Transmission
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate)10.5 Gallons40 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine4 Quarts3.8 Liters
Cooling System
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) — with Manual Transmission
4.6 Quarts4.4 Liters
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) — with Automatic Transmission
5.8 Quarts5.5 Liters7
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FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine CoolantWe recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the
requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Engine OilWe recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic Engine
Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12991.
Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil FilterWe recommend you use a MOPAR® Engine Oil Filter.
Spark PlugsWe recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection87 Octane Acceptable – 91 Octane Recommended.
388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve 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.
392 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............360
Adding Fuel.............................300
Adding Washer Fluid......................355
Additives, Fuel...........................298
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Air Bag
Air bag Operation.......................42
Air Bag Warning Light....................52
Driver Knee Air Bag......................44
Enhanced Accident Response................50
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................55
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
If A Deployment Occurs...................48
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................43
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............54
Air bag Deployment........................39
Air bag Light.............................52
Air bag Maintenance........................54
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .346
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................349
Air Conditioning..........................212
Air Conditioning Controls...................212
Air Conditioning Filter.....................350
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips..............220
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................349
Air Conditioning System....................212
Air Pressure, Tires.........................273
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................359
Capacities............................387
Disposal..............................362
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................252
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................148
Appearance Care.........................369
Automatic Dimming Mirror...................90
Automatic Door Locks......................23
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........215
Automatic Transaxle........................11
408 INDEX

Automatic Transmission....................233
Adding Fluid..........................368
Fluid and Filter Changes..................369
Fluid Change..........................369
Fluid Level Check.......................368
Fluid Type............................390
Gear Ranges...........................237
Special Additives.......................368
Autostick...............................242
Battery.................................347
Jump Starting..........................327
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........18
Belts, Seat...............................79
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................353
B-Pillar Location..........................267
Brake Assist System.......................254
Brake Fluid.............................388
Brake, Parking...........................248
Brakes.................................364
Brake System............................252
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................252
Master Cylinder........................364
Parking..............................248
Warning Light.........................148
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................235
Bulb Replacement.........................382
Bulbs, Light..............................81
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........387
Capacities, Fluid..........................387
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................300
Oil (Engine)...........................345
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................78
Cargo Area Features.......................137
Car Washes.............................370
CD (Compact Disc) Player...................182
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Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher..................307
Jacking...............................320
Jump Starting..........................327
Towing..............................334
Emission Control System Maintenance..........340
Engine
Air Cleaner...........................346
Break-In Recommendations.................76
Checking Oil Level......................344
Compartment..........................339
Cooling..............................358
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................78
Fails to Start...........................229
Flooded, Starting.......................229
Fuel Requirements......................295
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..344
Oil Filler Cap..........................345
Oil Selection...........................345
Overheating...........................307
Starting..............................227
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............50
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission
Fluid Type............................367
Event Data Recorder........................55
Exhaust Gas Caution........................78
Exhaust System...........................78
Exterior Lights............................81
Filters
Air Cleaner...........................346
Air Conditioning.......................350
Engine Oil............................346
Engine Oil Disposal.....................346
Flashers
Turn Signal............................81
Flash-To-Pass............................110
Flooded Engine Starting....................229
412 INDEX

Fluid, Brake.............................390
Fluid Capacities..........................387
Fluid Leaks..............................81
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................368
Fluids.................................388
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........388
Fog Lights..............................113
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................331
Fuel...................................295
Adding..............................300
Additives.............................298
Capacity.............................387
Clean Air.............................296
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................300
Gasoline..............................295
Light................................148
Materials Added........................298
Octane Rating..........................295
Requirements..........................295
Specifications..........................388
Tank Capacity..........................387
Fueling................................300
Fuses..................................376
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap)...................300
Gasoline, Clean Air........................296
Gasoline (Fuel)...........................295
Gasoline, Reformulated.....................296
Gauges
Odometer.............................148
Gear Ranges.............................237
Gear Select Lever Override..................333
General Information.......................295
General Maintenance.......................343
Glass Cleaning...........................374
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