FIAT 500C 2016 2.G Owners Manual

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153),
or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Admin-
istrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West
Building, Washington, D.C. 20590.You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you
should contact the Customer Service Department imme-
diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety
defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans-
port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and
Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/
roadsafety/
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Service Manuals
These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the infor-
mation that students and professional technicians need
in diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, main-
taining, servicing, and repairing FCA US LLC vehicles.
A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system,
and/or components is written in straightforward lan-
guage with illustrations, diagrams, and charts.
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals
Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams,
charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals
make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix
problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and
features. They show exactly how to find and correct
problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshoot-
ing and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests
and a complete list of all tools and equipment.Owner’s Manuals
These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac-
quaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles. Included
are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro-
cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety
tips.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal
safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may departsignificantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
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Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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INDEX
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............372
Adding Fuel ............................ .299
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .367
Additives, Fuel .......................... .297
AirBag.................................40 Advance Front Air Bag .................40, 42
Air Bag Operation .......................43
Air Bag Warning Light ....................52
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................44
Enhanced Accident Response ................50
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................55
FrontAirBag...........................40
If A Deployment Occurs ...................49
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................44
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............54
Air Bag Deployment ........................40
Air Bag Light ...................... .52, 78, 149
Air Bag Maintenance .......................54
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .358 Air Conditioner Maintenance
.................360
Air Conditioning ......................... .209
Air Conditioning Controls ...................209
Air Conditioning Filter .....................361
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............217
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..............360, 361
Air Conditioning System .............209, 212, 360
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .272
Alarm Disarm The System .......................15
Vehicle Security Alarm ....................15
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................15
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............371, 400
Capacities ........................... .400
Disposal ............................. .374
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................250
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................168, 169
Appearance Care ........................ .380
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Audio Systems (Radio).....................191
Automatic Dimming Mirror ...................89
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............406
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........212
Automatic Transaxle ........................11
Automatic Transmission ..............231, 378, 380
Adding Fluid ...................... .379, 380
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................380
Fluid Change ......................... .380
Fluid Level Check ...................... .379
Fluid Type ........................... .403
Gear Ranges .......................... .235
Special Additives ...................... .379
Autostick .............................. .240
Battery ............................ .153, 358
Charging System Light ...................153
Jump Starting ......................... .334
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........19Belts, Seat
...............................78
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................364
B-Pillar Location ......................... .266
Brake Assist System ...................... .252
Brake Fluid ......................... .401, 403
Brake, Parking .......................... .246
Brakes ................................ .376
Brake System ........................ .250, 376
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .250
Master Cylinder ....................... .376
Parking ............................. .246
Warning Light ........................ .151
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................233
Bulb Replacement ..................... .396, 397
Bulbs, Light .......................... .80, 396
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........400
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .400
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Caps, FillerFuel ................................ .299
Oil (Engine) ....................... .356, 406
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................77, 299
Cargo Area Features ...................... .130
Car Washes ............................ .381
Cellular Phone .......................... .209
Chains, Tire ............................ .283
Change Oil Indicator ...................... .406
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .321
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .261
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .350
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............76
Checks, Safety ............................76
Child Restraint ............................56
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................60
Child Restraints .........................56
Child Seat Installation .....................72 How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt
........69
Infants And Child Restraints ................58
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....68
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle
Seat Belt ..............................70
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......63
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........59
Seating Positions ........................62
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .295
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .382
Windshield Wiper Blades ..................364
Climate Control ......................... .209
Clutch ................................ .376
Clutch Fluid ............................ .376
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .278
Connector UCI................................ .191
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........191
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Contract, Service......................... .417
Convertible Top Maintenance .................387
Coolant (Antifreeze) ....................400, 401
Cooling System .......................... .370
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............372
Coolant Capacity ...................... .401
Coolant Level ..................... .370, 374
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................374
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................370
Inspection ........................... .374
Points To Remember ..................373, 374
Pressure Cap ......................... .373
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ............371
Corrosion Protection ...................... .380
Cruise Light ......................... .172, 174
Cupholders ............................ .129
Customer Assistance ...................... .415
Customer Programmable Features .............193Data Recorder, Event
.......................55
Daytime Running Lights ....................105
Dealer Service ........................... .352
Defroster, Windshield ....................78, 211
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................349
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................379
Disarming, Security System ...................15
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................374
Door Ajar .......................... .157, 158
Door Ajar Light ...................... .157, 158
Door Locks ..............................21
Door Locks, Automatic ......................23
Downshifting ........................... .231
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .243
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Electrical Power Outlets.....................126
Electric Remote Mirrors ......................90
Electronic Brake Control System ...............250
Brake Assist System .....................252
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........113
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............254
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........154
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......175
Exit Trip ............................. .180
NewTrip ............................ .180
Start Of Trip Procedure ...................180
Trip Computer ........................ .179
Trip Functions ........................ .181
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................307
Jacking .............................. .321
Jump Starting ......................... .334
Towing ............................. .340
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........350Engine
Air Cleaner .......................... .358
Break-In Recommendations .................75
Checking Oil Level ..................... .354
Compartment ...................... .347, 348
Cooling ............................. .370
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................77, 299
Fails To Start ......................... .227
Flooded, Starting ...................... .227
Fuel Requirements ...................295, 401
Oil ............................. .354, 400
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .356
Oil Filter ............................ .357
Oil Selection ...................... .355, 401
Oil Synthetic ......................... .357
Overheating .......................... .307
Starting ............................. .225
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........50, 343
Ethanol ............................... .296
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