automatic transmission FIAT 500L 2015 2.G Owner's Manual

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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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission – If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR® C Series Manual &
Dual Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission – If EquippedGear Oil:Use only MOPAR® C Series Manual & Dual
Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Control system:Use only MOPAR® C Series DDCT
SAE 75W Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use
the correct fluid may affect the function or performance
of your transmission.
Automatic Transmission – Aisin F21-250 HD Transmis-
sion – If Equipped
Use only MOPAR® AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your transmission.
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 4. If DOT 4
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............367
Adding Fuel.............................302
Adding Washer Fluid......................362
Additives, Fuel...........................300
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Air Bag
Air bag Operation.......................47
Air Bag Warning Light....................57
Driver Knee Air Bag......................48
Enhanced Accident Response................55
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................60
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
If A Deployment Occurs...................53
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................48
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............59
Air bag Deployment........................44
Air bag Light.............................57
Air bag Maintenance........................59
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .352
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................355
Air Conditioning Filter.....................356
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................355
Air Conditioning System....................355
Air Pressure, Tires.........................279
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................15
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................15
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
Fluid Type............................374
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................366
Capacities............................397
Disposal..............................369
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................257
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................177
Appearance Care.........................377
Arming System (Security Alarm)...............15
Audio Systems (Radio).....................187
Automatic Dimming Mirror...................93
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Automatic Transmission....................229
Adding Fluid..........................376
Autostick.............................250
Fluid and Filter Changes..................377
Fluid Change..........................377
Fluid Level Check.......................376
Fluid Type............................400
Gear Ranges...........................244
Special Additives.......................376
Autostick...............................250
Auto Up Power Windows....................27
Battery.................................353
Jump Starting..........................332
Belts, Seat...............................85
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................358
B-Pillar Location..........................273
Brake Assist System.......................259
Brake Fluid.............................400
Brake, Parking...........................255
Brakes.................................371
Brake System............................257
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................257
Master Cylinder........................371
Parking..............................255
Warning Light.........................168
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................231
Bulb Replacement.........................390
Bulbs, Light..............................87
Camera, Rear............................134
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........397
Capacities, Fluid..........................397
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................344
Oil (Engine)...........................351
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................84
Car Washes.............................378
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Cooling System...........................365
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...............367
Coolant Level..........................365
Disposal of Used Coolant.................369
Drain, Flush, and Refill...................365
Inspection............................369
Points to Remember.....................368
Pressure Cap..........................368
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze).............366
Corrosion Protection.......................377
Cruise Light.............................167
Cupholders.............................150
Customer Assistance.......................410
Data Recorder, Event.......................60
Daytime Running Lights....................113
Dealer Service............................349
Deck Lid, Emergency Release.................30
Defroster, Windshield.......................85
Diagnostic System, Onboard.................348
Dipsticks
Automatic Transmission..................376
Disposal
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................369
Door Locks..............................22
Door Opener, Garage.......................136
Downshifting............................228
Driving
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water................................252
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)........147
Electrical Power Outlets.....................147
Electric Remote Mirrors......................95
Electronic Brake Control System...............257
Brake Assist System.....................259
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)..............265
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........123
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Filters
Air Cleaner...........................352
Air Conditioning.......................356
Engine Fuel...........................398
Engine Oil............................352
Engine Oil Disposal.....................352
Flashers
Turn Signal............................87
Flooded Engine Starting....................226
Fluid, Brake.............................400
Fluid Capacities..........................397
Fluid Leaks..............................87
Fluid Level Checks
Automatic Transmission..................376
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts...........398
Fog Lights..............................115
Fold and Tumble Rear Seat..................103
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle.....................337
Fuel...................................299
Adding..............................302
Additives.............................300
Capacity.............................397
Clean Air.............................299
Filler Cap (Gas Cap).....................169
Filler Door (Gas Cap)....................169
Gasoline..............................299
Gauge...............................169
Light................................169
Materials Added........................300
Octane Rating..........................299
Requirements..........................299
Tank Capacity..........................397
Fueling................................302
Fuses..................................384
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)............136
Gasoline, Clean Air........................299
Gasoline (Fuel)...........................299
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Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . . . .172
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)............173
Traction Control........................263
Turn Signal............................87
Wait to Start...........................175
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description)......167
Loading Vehicle
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..273
Locks
Child Protection.........................25
Door.................................22
Lubrication, Body.........................358
Lug Nuts...............................312
Maintenance Free Battery....................353
Maintenance, General......................175
Maintenance Procedures....................349
Maintenance Schedule......................402
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......172
Manual, Service..........................414
Manual Transmission......................227
Fluid Level Check.......................373
Frequency of Fluid Change................373
Lubricant Selection......................373
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................371
Mirrors.................................92
Automatic Dimming......................93
Electric Powered.........................95
Electric Remote.........................95
Heated...............................96
Rearview..............................92
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................293
Multi-Function Control Lever.................113
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................82
Occupant Restraints........................31
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Starting................................224
Automatic Transmission..................224
Cold Weather..........................225
Engine Fails to Start.....................226
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission.............224
Manual Transmission....................224
Steering
Tilt Column...........................122
Wheel, Tilt............................122
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............188
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .188
Storage................................389
Storage, Vehicle...........................389
Storing Your Vehicle.......................389
Stuck, Freeing............................337
Sun Roof...............................145
Sun Visor Extension........................96
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag..........44
Tachometer..............................171
Telescoping Steering Column.................122
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant............169
Tilt Steering Column.......................122
Tire and Loading Information Placard...........273
Tire Markings............................266
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Aging (Life of Tires).....................288
Air Pressure...........................278
Chains...............................290
Changing.............................324
Compact Spare.........................285
General Information.....................278
High Speed...........................281
Inflation Pressures.......................279
Jacking...............................324
Life of Tires...........................288
Load Capacity.........................273
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............293
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Pressure Warning Light...................173
Quality Grading........................415
Radial...............................281
Replacement...........................289
Rotation..............................292
Safety...............................266
Sizes................................268
Snow Tires............................283
Spinning.............................287
Tread Wear Indicators....................287
Tire Safety Information.....................266
Tire Service Kit...........................314
Towing................................305
Disabled Vehicle........................340
Recreational...........................306
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........306
Traction................................251
Traction Control..........................260
Trailer Towing...........................305
Transmission
Automatic............................229
Euro Twin Clutch.......................229
Fluid................................374
Maintenance...........................374
Manual..............................227
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .136
Transporting Pets..........................82
Tread Wear Indicators......................287
Trip Odometer...........................175
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid).......................30
Trunk Release, Emergency....................30
Turn Signals.............................169
UCI Connector...........................187
Uconnect® Voice Command..................209
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................415
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .187
Universal Transmitter......................136
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