air condition FIAT 500C 2014 2.G Owner's Guide

CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
tion, visit your authorized dealer immediately to have
the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve-
hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
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CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle. Routine fluid and filter changes are not
required. However, change the fluid and filter if the fluid
becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-
mission is disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roadspassable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of
paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
•
Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
• Stone and gravel impact.
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F11 10 Amp Red Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)
F14 5 Amp Tan High Beam (Shutter)
F15 15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter
F16 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission
F17 25 Amp White 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
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F82 30 Amp Green Sunroof/Convertible Top
F83 20 Amp Yellow Cooling Pump – If Equipped
F84 10 Amp Red Transmission
F85 30 Amp Green (ATO) Rear Defroster
F87 5 Amp Tan Rear Defroster
F90 5 Amp Tan Heated Mirrors – If Equipped
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 (e.g., 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.
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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 and
brake master cylinder, and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.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 irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect brake pads, rotors, and hoses.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Check and adjust hand brake.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 405

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............371
Adding Fuel ............................ .298
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .366
Additives, Fuel .......................... .296
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) . . . .356
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................359
Air Conditioning ......................... .207
Air Conditioning Controls ...................207
Air Conditioning Filter .....................360
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................359
Air Conditioning System ....................207
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .270
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
..................370
Capacities ........................... .399
Disposal ............................. .373
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................249
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................154
Appearance Care ........................ .380
Automatic Dimming Mirror ...................90
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............404
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........209
Automatic Transaxle ........................11
Automatic Transmission ....................229
Adding Fluid ......................... .379
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................380
Fluid Change ......................... .380
Fluid Level Check ...................... .379
Fluid Type ........................... .401
Gear Ranges .......................... .233
Special Additives ...................... .379
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Exhaust Gas Caution.....................78
Fails to Start .......................... .225
Flooded, Starting ...................... .225
Fuel Requirements ..................... .293
Oil................................. .353
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .355
Oil Selection .......................... .354
Oil Synthetic ......................... .356
Overheating .......................... .305
Starting ............................. .223
Temperature Gauge ..................... .155
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............50
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission Fluid Type ........................... .378
Event Data Recorder ........................55
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................26
Exhaust System ...........................78
Exterior Lights ............................82 Filler Location Fuel
....................... .157
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .356
Air Conditioning ...................... .360
Engine Fuel .......................... .400
Engine Oil ........................... .356
Engine Oil Disposal .....................356
Flashers Turn Signal ............................82
Flooded Engine Starting ....................225
Fluid, Brake ............................ .401
Fluid Capacities ......................... .399
Fluid Leaks ..............................82
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................379
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........400
Fog Lights ..............................115
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................336
Fuel .................................. .293
426 INDEX