fuel FIAT 500C 2019 Owner's Guide

After 25 miles (40 km), check the lug nut/bolt torque to be
sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against
the wheel.
WARNING!
To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do
not tighten the lug nuts/bolts fully until the vehicle has
been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may
result in personal injury.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
1.4L Turbo Engine
This engine is designed to meet all emis-
sion regulations, provide satisfactory
fuel economy and performance when
using high-quality unleaded “Regular”
gasoline having a posted octane number
of 87 as specified by the (R+M)/2
method. For optimum performance and
fuel economy the use of “Premium” 91 octane gasoline or
higher is recommended.
While operating on gasoline with an octane number of 87,
hearing a light knocking sound from the engine is not a
cause for concern. However, if the engine is heard making
a heavy knocking sound, see your dealer immediately. Use
of gasoline with an octane number lower than 87 can cause
engine failure and may void or not be covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard
starting, stalling, and hesitations. If you experience these
symptoms, try another brand of gasoline before consider-
ing service for the vehicle.
Torque Patterns
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Reformulated Gasoline
Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner
burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline”.
Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and are specifi-
cally blended to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air
quality.
The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended. Prop-
erly blended reformulated gasoline will provide improved
performance and durability of engine and fuel system
components.
Materials Added To Fuel
Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane
rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and
stability additives are recommended. Using gasolines that
have these additives will help improve fuel economy,
reduce emissions, and maintain vehicle performance.Designated TOP TIER Detergent Gaso-
line contains a higher level of detergents
to further aide in minimizing engine
and fuel system deposits. When avail-
able, the usage of TOP TIER Detergent gasoline is recommended. Visit www.toptiergas.com for a
list of TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers.
Indiscriminate use of fuel system cleaning agents should be
avoided. Many of these materials intended for gum and
varnish removal may contain active solvents or similar
ingredients. These can harm fuel system gasket and dia-
phragm materials.
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxygen-
ates such as ethanol.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use E-85, gasoline containing methanol, or
gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol (E-15). Use
of these blends may result in starting and drivability
problems, damage critical fuel system components,
cause emissions to exceed the applicable standard,
and/or cause the Malfunction Indicator Light to illu-
minate. Please observe pump labels as they should
clearly communicate if a fuel contains greater than 15%
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Problems that result from using gasoline containing more
than 15% ethanol (E-15) or gasoline containing methanol
are not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may
void or not be covered under New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gasoline
containing up to 15% ethanol (E-15). Use of gasoline with
higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
If a Non-FFV vehicle is inadvertently fueled with E-85 fuel,
the engine will have some or all of these symptoms:
•Operate in a lean mode.
• OBD II Malfunction Indicator Light on.
• Poor engine performance.
• Poor cold start and cold drivability.
• Increased risk for fuel system component corrosion.
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
Modifications that allow the engine to run on Compressed
Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquid Propane (LP) may result in damage to the engine, emissions, and fuel system compo-
nents. Problems that result from running CNG or LP are
not the responsibility of the manufacturer and may void or
not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
MMT In Gasoline
Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl (MMT) is
a manganese-containing metallic additive that is blended
into some gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline blended
with MMT provides no performance advantage beyond
gasoline of the same octane number without MMT. Gaso-
line blended with MMT reduces spark plug life and
reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles.
The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without
MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of
gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump;
therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether
the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal
and California reformulated gasoline.
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Fuel System Cautions
CAUTION!
Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s
performance:
•The use of leaded gasoline is prohibited by Federal
law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor-
mance and damage the emissions control system.
• An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune or
malfunctioning and may require immediate service.
Contact an authorized dealer for service assistance.
• The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold
as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of
these products contain high concentrations of metha-
nol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems resulting from the use of such fuels or
additives is not the responsibility of the manufac-
turer and may void or not be covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. NOTE:
Intentional tampering with the emissions control
system can result in civil penalties being assessed against
you.Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon mon-
oxide poisoning:
• Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a
garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running for an extended period. If the vehicle
is stopped in an open area with the engine running
for more than a short period, adjust the ventilation
system to force fresh, outside air into the vehicle.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main-
tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every
time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal condi-
tions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with
all side windows fully open.
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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 10.5 Gallons40 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine 4 Quarts3.8 Liters
Cooling System
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula) — with Manual Trans-
mission 4.6 Quarts
4.4 Liters
1.4 Liter Turbo Engine (Mopar Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula) — with Automatic
Transmission 5.8 Quarts
5.5 Liters
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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000
Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology)
meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard MS-90032.
Engine Oil – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-40 Full Synthetic
Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA Material Standard
MS-12991. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use a Mopar Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use Mopar Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 1.4L Turbo Engine 91 Octane Recommended – 87 Octane Acceptable,
0-15% Ethanol.
CAUTION!
•Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than speci-
fied Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant
(antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may
decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Tech-
nology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not
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CAUTION! (Continued)
be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology
(HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally
compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine
coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling sys-
tem in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be
drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant
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Units
After pressing the “Units” button on the touchscreen, you
may select each unit of measure independently displayed
in the instrument cluster display. The following selectable
units of measure are listed below:
Setting NameSelectable Options
US Changes the instrument cluster display to
US units of measure.
Metric Changes the instrument cluster display to
Metric units of measure.
After pressing “Custom” on the touchscreen, you may
select from one of the below menu items:
Setting Name Selectable Options
Fuel Consumption MPG (US)L/100 km
MPG (UK) km/L
Temperature °C°F
Pressure psikPa
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MULTIMEDIA 293

About Your Brakes........................ .280
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .............244
Adding Fuel ............................. .186
Adding Washing Fluid ...................... .230
Additives, Fuel ........................... .283
Air Bag Air Bag Operation ....................... .127
Air Bag Warning Light .....................124
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .128
Enhanced Accident Response .............133, 221
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................221
If Deployment Occurs .....................132
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .127
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............136
Maintenance ........................... .136
Side Air Bags .......................... .128
Transporting Pets ....................... .153
Air Bag Light ...................... .86, 124, 155
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......234
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................235
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ................235, 236
Air Conditioner System ..................... .235
Air Conditioning Filter ....................57, 236
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................55
Air Filter ............................... .234Air Pressure
Tires................................. .259
Alarm Security Alarm ...........................22
Alarm System Security Alarm ...........................22
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle .................................5
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................243, 286
Capacites ............................. .286
Disposal .............................. .245
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................100
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...................89, 94
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................22
Audio

Systems (Radio) ...................... .290
Automatic Dimming Mirror .................34, 35
Automatic Transmission ..................167, 248
Adding Fluid .......................... .250
Autostick ............................. .174
Fluid And Filter Change ...................250
Fluid Change .......................... .250
Fluid Level Check ....................... .249
Fluid Type ......................... .248, 288
Special Additives ........................ .249
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Autostick............................... .174
Battery .............................. .87, 231
Charging System Light .....................87
Jump Starting .......................... .213
Belts, Seat ............................... .155
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................238
B-Pillar Location .......................... .254
Brake Assist System ........................ .101
Brake Fluid .......................... .287, 288
Brake, Parking ............................ .163
Brake System ......................... .247, 280
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... .100, 280
Fluid Check ........................... .247
Master Cylinder ........................ .247
Parking .............................. .163
Warning Light ...........................86
Brake/Transmission Interlock ..................168
Bulb Replacement ......................... .196
Bulbs, Light .......................... .157, 196
Camera, Rear ............................ .185
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........286
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .286Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................. .186
Oil (Engine) ........................... .233
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) .................245
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................154, 285
Car Washes .............................. .274
Cellular Phone ........................... .302
Certification Label ......................... .188
Chains, Tire ............................. .269
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .250
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ....97
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............154
Checks, Safety ............................ .154
Child Restraint ........................... .138
Child

Restraints
Booster Seats ........................... .141
Child Seat Installation .....................151
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ........148
Infant And Child Restraints .................140
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......143
Older Children And Child Restraints ...........140
Seating Positions ........................ .142
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .283
Cleaning Wheels ............................... .268
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Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light..........88
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................196
Jacking ............................... .250
Jump Starting .......................... .213
Towing ............................... .219
Emission Control System Maintenance ............97
Engine Air Cleaner ............................ .234
Break-In Recommendations .................163
Checking Oil Level ...................... .230
Compartment .......................... .229
Cooling .............................. .242
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................154, 285
Fails To Start ........................... .162
Flooded, Starting ........................ .162
Fuel Requirements ....................282, 287
Oil .............................. .232, 286
Oil Filler Cap .......................... .233
Oil Filter .............................. .234
Oil Reset ...............................84
Oil Selection ........................ .232, 287
Oil Synthetic ........................... .233
Overheating ........................... .216
Starting .............................. .161Enhanced Accident Response Feature
.........133, 221
Ethanol ................................. .283
Exhaust Gas Cautions ....................154, 285
Exhaust System ....................... .154, 241
Exterior Lighting ............................37
Exterior Lights ...................... .37, 157, 196
Filters Air Cleaner ............................ .234
Air Conditioning ..................... .57, 236
Engine Fuel ........................... .287
Engine Oil ............................ .234
Engine Oil Disposal ...................... .234
Flashers Turn Signals ...................... .37,
95, 157
Flash-To-Pass ..............................37
Flooded Engine Starting ..................... .162
Fluid, Brake ............................. .288
Fluid Capacities ........................... .286
Fluid Leaks .............................. .157
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .247
Engine Oil ............................ .230
Fluids .................................. .287
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .287
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