FIAT 500E 2013 2.G Repair Manual

CAUTION!
•The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be
handled carefully .
• Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can result
in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior .It can also result in
sealant contacting internal TIREFIT kit components which may cause permanent
damage to the kit.
WARNING!
• Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic .Pull far
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit.
• Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances:
• If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4 in. (6 mm) or larger.
• If the tire has any sidewall damage .
• If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure .
• If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire .
• If the wheel has any damage .
• If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel.
• Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source .
• A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the
occupants of the vehicle .Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place provided. Failure
to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
• Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes,
or clothing. TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin.
It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty of water if
there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change clothing as soon as possible, if there is
any contact with clothing.
• TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex .In case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult
a physician immediately .Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse
mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water .Do not induce
vomiting! Consult a physician immediately .
•
TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair .Have the tire inspected and repaired or re-
placed after using TIREFIT .Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h) until the tire is repaired or
replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to
you, your passengers, and others around you .
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JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE — 12 VOLT BATTERY
•If your vehicle has a discharged 12 Volt battery, it can be jump-started using a set of
jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster
pack .Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures
in this section carefully .
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the manufacturer’s operating
instructions and precautions.
Preparations For Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located in the underhood compartment under the beauty
cover .
1. Set the parking brake, place the transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to
OFF/LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF .
Jump-Starting Procedure
1.Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the dis-
charged vehicle .
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post of
the booster battery .
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the booster
battery .
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to a good ground (exposed
metal part of the discharged vehicle) away from the battery and the high voltage cables.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few
minutes, and then start the the vehicle with the discharged battery .
• Once the vehicle has started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
1. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the ground (-)of the vehicle with the
discharged battery .
2. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable from the negative (-)post of the
booster battery .
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3.Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable from the positive (+)post
of the booster battery .
4. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable from the positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle .
• If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, you should have the battery
and charging system inspected at your authorized studio .
CAUTION!
•Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from
the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e ., cellular phones, etc.).Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade
battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
• Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a
system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alterna-
tor or electrical system may occur .
• Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle .
WARNING!
•Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode
and cause personal injury .
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start
anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an
inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen
gas which is flammable and explosive .Keep open flames or sparks away from the
battery .
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground
connection and personal injury could result.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage
due to battery explosion.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-)
of the discharged battery .The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to
explode and could result in personal injury .
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MANUAL PARK RELEASE
WARNING!
Always secure your vehicle by fully applying the parking brake, before activating the
Manual Park Release.Activating the Manual Park Release will allow your vehicle to roll
away if it is not secured by the parking brake or other means. Activating the Manual Park
Release on an unsecured vehicle could lead to serious injury or death for those in or
around the vehicle .
• In order to move the vehicle in cases where the transmission will not shift out of PARK
(such as a dead battery), a Manual Park Release is available .Ifadead12voltbatteryis
the cause of the condition refer to “Jump Start Procedure — 12 Volt Battery” before
performing the Manual Park Release .
• To perform the Manual Park Release follow these steps:
1. To prevent the vehicle from rolling unintentionally, firmly apply the parking brake .
2.
If possible, raise the front driver's side of the vehicle to provide access to the transmission .
3.Working from underneath the vehicle, remove the black rubber plug from the front of
the Park module (a black canister mounted on the front of the transmission).
4. Using a T25 driver bit, rotate the Manual Park Release shaft (located just behind the
rubber plug) clockwise, at least 20 turns, to release the Park mechanism. The vehicle is
now out of PARK and can be moved.
5. Reinstall the rubber plug.
6. Release the parking brake only when a
driver is in the vehicle, or the vehicle is
secured by other means. The Manual Park
Release will be reset automatically once
the vehicle is restarted.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
•This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
wrecker service .
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONE
NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Rear
NOT ALLOWED
Front OK
Flatbed ALL OK
• This vehicle must be towed on a flatbed truck or vehicle trailer with the front wheels
OFF the ground.
•
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc .) while being towed, the ignition must
be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position .
•If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, see “Manual Park Release” in
“What To Do In Emergencies” for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing. 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.
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ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
•In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network andpower remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine
whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the following functions:
• Disable the high voltage battery .
• Place the transmission into PARK.
• Flash hazard lights as long as the 12 Volt battery has power or until the ignition key is
turned off.
• Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the 12 Volt battery has power or
until the ignition key is removed.
• Unlock the doors automatically .
•
In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road the transmission must be in NEUTRAL and the 12 Volt system must be functional .To place the transmission into NEUTRAL you must
turn the ignition OFF and then back to the RUN position (cycle the ignition) then press the
NEUTRAL button .
NOTE:
The high voltage battery will remain disabled after an Enhanced Accident Response Event
and must be reset by your authorized studio .
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
•If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a
rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE while gently pressing
the accelerator .Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the
rocking motion, without spinning the wheels.
NOTE:
Press the “ESC Off ” switch, to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in “Partial
Off ” mode, before rocking the vehicle .Refer to “Electronic Brake Control” in “Starting And
Operating” for further information. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the “ESC Off ”
switch again to restore “ESC On” mode .
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between DRIVE and REVERSE, do not
spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.
• Spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure .It can
also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear .
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WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires .A tire could explode and injure some-
one .Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than
30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed .
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
•This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR) .The main purpose of an EDR
is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or
hitting a road obstacle, data that assists in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed .
The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a
short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less .The EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating.
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened .
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal.
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
• These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur .
NOTE:
EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data
are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e .g.name,
gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforce-
ment, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
• To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle
or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties such as law
enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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OPENING THE HOOD
•Pull the release lever located below the
instrument panel and in front of the
driver’s door .
• Raise the hood and locate the safety latch
in the middle of the hood opening.
• Move the safety latch while lifting the
hood at the same time .
• Insert the support rod into the slot on
the hood.
• To close the hood, remove the support
rod and place it in the retaining clip, then
lower the hood slowly .
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle .If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow
this warning could result in serious injury or death.
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UNDERHOOD COMPARTMENT
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
SystemsU.S. Metric
Brake Master Cylinder
MOPAR® DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used.If DOT 3,
SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is accept-
able .Use only recommended brake fluids or equivalent .
Refrigerant
MOPAR® R134a
Compressor Lubricant
MOPAR® POE Oil or Equivalent meeting the require-
ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12727
Single-Speed Transmission
Castrol BOT 533 0.8 Quarts 750 ml
Power Electronics Cooling System 3.6 Quarts 3
.5 Liters
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent
Battery Thermal Management Cooling System 7.0 Quarts 6
.7 Liters
MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula or equivalent
CAUTION!
• Mixing of coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology
(OAT) coolant (antifreeze), may result in cooling system damage and may decrease
corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) coolant is different and
should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) coolant
(antifreeze). If a non-OAT coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system
in an emergency, it should be replaced with the specified coolant (antifreeze) as soon
as possible .
• Do not use water alone or alcohol-based coolant (antifreeze) products .Do not use
additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with
the radiator coolant and may plug the radiator .
• This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based coolant
(antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended.
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