maintenance FIAT 500L 2016 2.G Owner's Guide

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate in the instrument clus-
ter. This means that service is required for your vehicle.
Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer
tow and extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If ascheduled oil change is performed by someone other
than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by
referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle
Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your
Instrument Panel” for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve months or
350 hours of engine run time, whichever comes first. The
350 hours of engine run or idle time is generally only a
concern for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle
is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is
operated predominately at idle or only very low engine
RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe
Duty.
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Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, and
brake master cylinder reservoir, and fill as needed.
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following
page for the required maintenance intervals.At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and
hoses.
• Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
• Check and adjust hand brake.
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions. 8
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Maintenance Chart
Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod
ends and boot seals, and re-
place if necessary. XXXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings, park-
ing brake function. XXXXXXX
Additional Maintenance
Replace engine air filter. XX X X X
Replace cabin air filter. X X X XX XX
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Replace Brake Fluid every two
years XXXXXXX
Clean and lube sun roof tracks. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Replace spark plugs. ** XX X X X
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Change the transmission fluid
(manual, or Euro Twin Clutch) if
using your vehicle for any of the
following: trailer towing, heavy
loading, taxi, police, delivery ser-
vice (commercial service), off-
road, desert operation or more
than 50% of your driving is at
sustained speeds during hot
weather, above 90°F (32°C). XX X
Flush and replace the engine
coolant at 10 years or 150,000
miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Inspect and replace PCV valve if
necessary. X
Replace the timing belt. X
** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only,
yearly intervals do not apply.WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
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WARNING!(Continued)
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
• Failure to properly inspect and maintain your ve-
hicle could result in a component malfunction and
effect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you are having warranty work done, be sure to have
the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All
work to be performed may not be covered by the
warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service
manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history. This can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the
service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it
is advisable to make these arrangements when you call
for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy
with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer.
We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an
authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high quality
service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer have the
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 449

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............401
Adding Fuel ............................ .342
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .397
Additives, Fuel .......................... .340
AirBag.................................43 Advance Front Air Bag ....................44
Air Bag Operation .......................46
Air Bag Warning Light ....................56
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................47
Enhanced Accident Response ................54
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................58
FrontAirBag...........................43
If A Deployment Occurs ...................53
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................47
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............58
Side Air Bags ...........................48
Air Bag Deployment ........................43
Air Bag Light ...................... .56, 83, 170
Air Bag Maintenance .......................58 Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .387
Air Conditioner Maintenance
.................389
Air Conditioning Filter .....................390
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..............389, 390
Air Conditioning System ....................389
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .319
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................15
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ................15
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission Fluid Type ........................... .408
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............400, 434
Capacities ........................... .434
Disposal ............................. .403
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................297
Appearance Care ..........................411
Arming System (Security Alarm) ...............15
Audio Systems (Radio) .....................226
Automatic Dimming Mirror ...................91
458 INDEX

Cellular Phone.......................... .229
Center High Mounted Stop Light ..............434
Chains, Tire ............................ .330
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .357
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .308
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............81
Checks, Safety ............................81
Child Restraint ............................59
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................64
Child Restraints .........................59
Child Seat Installation .....................77
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........73
Infants And Child Restraints ................62
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....72
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ..................................74
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......66
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........62Seating Positions
........................65
Child Safety Locks .........................25
Cigar Lighter ........................... .145
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .339
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .413
Windshield Wiper Blades ..................393
Climate Control ......................... .229
Manual ............................. .229
Clutch ................................ .405
Clutch Fluid ............................ .405
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ..............228
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .325
Connector UCI................................ .226
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........226
Contract, Service ......................... .451
Coolant (Antifreeze) ....................434, 435
Cooling System .......................... .399
460 INDEX