wheel FIAT 500C 2016 2.G Repair Manual
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CAUTION!
•Do not use sling-type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper
towing.
Automatic Transmission
• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
• Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off
the ground).
If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is
discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override” in this
section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of
PARK in order to move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•DO NOTflat tow any vehicle equipped with a
conventional automatic transmission. Damage to
the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require
towing, make sure all drive wheels are OFF the
ground.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered un-
der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Manual Transmission
• Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the
ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL.
• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
• Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off
the ground).
342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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Special Care
•If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once
a month.
• It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and
open.
• If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is
considered the responsibility of the owner.
• If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar
cause that destroys the paint and protective coating,
have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible. The
cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of
the owner. •
If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers,
de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well
packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint to
match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
• All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
• To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use
MOPAR Wheel Cleaner.
382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or
Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners,
abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma-
nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov-
ered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY
MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used
on a regular basis this is all that is required to maintain
this finish.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush,
or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These
products may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions
or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro-
tective finish. Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or
equivalent is recommended.
Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If
Equipped
Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man-
ner:
• Remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting
with a clean, dry towel.
• Blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel.
• For tough stains, apply MOPAR Total Clean, or a mild
soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain.
Use a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
• For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
• Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
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BULB REPLACEMENT
NOTE:Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-
spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric
conditions change to allow the condensation to change
back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually
accelerate the clearing process.
Headlamps Low Beam and High Beam
1. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing.
2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.
4. Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place.
5. Reinstall the plastic cap.
Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running
Lamps
1. Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right.
2. Open the wheel housing access door.
Wheel Housing Access Door
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3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamphousing.
4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise.
5. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.
6. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place.
7. Reinstall the plastic cap.
Front Fog Lamps
To replace the front fog lights, see your authorized dealer.
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps
1. Remove portion of the wheel liner to allow hand access to side marker lamp.
2. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise, and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the housing. 3. Pull the bulb from the socket and insert the replace-
ment bulb.
4. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing, and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place.
5. Reinstall the wheel liner.
Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp assembly.
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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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.
422 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
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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
426 INDEX
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Spark Plugs............................ .401
Speed Control Accel/Decel ...........................116
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................113
Sport Mode ............................ .248
Starting ............................... .225
Automatic Transmission ..................225
Cold Weather ......................... .226
Engine Fails To Start .....................227
Manual Transmission ....................225
Steering Power .............................. .244
Tilt Column ...........................112
Wheel, Tilt ............................112
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............208
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .208
Storage ............................... .395
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .218
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .338Sun Roof
.............................. .123
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........40
Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... .357
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........212
Tilt Steering Column .......................112
Tire And Loading Information Placard .......266, 267
Tire Markings ........................... .259
Tires ........................ .80, 271, 277, 421
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................281
Air Pressure .......................... .271
Chains .............................. .283
Changing ............................ .321
Compact Spare ........................ .278
General Information ..................271, 277
High Speed .......................... .274
Inflation Pressures ...................... .272
Jacking .............................. .321
Life Of Tires .......................... .281
436 INDEX
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Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................35
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............6
Vehicle Loading ......................... .267
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............7
Vehicle Security Alarm Disarming ..............15
Vehicle Storage ....................... .218, 395
Warnings And Cautions ......................6
Warranty Information ....................4,418
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .367
Washers, Windshield ....................108, 111
Washing Vehicle ......................... .381
Water Driving Through ....................... .243
Wheel And Wheel Trim .....................382
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................382
Wind Buffeting ....................... .25, 124Window Fogging
........................ .217
Windows ................................24
Power ................................24
Windshield Defroster ....................78, 211
Windshield Washers ....................108, 111
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................364
Windshield Wipers ....................... .108
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................364
438 INDEX