wheel FIAT 500L 2016 2.G Repair Manual

section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of
PARK for towing.
CAUTION!
•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.
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 “Shift Lever Override” in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
in order to move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•
DO NOT flat 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.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 375

IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK
before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/
OFF (key removal) position. To remove the key manually,
proceed as follows:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake
2. Remove the Allen Key located in the rear cargo area, inthe tool bag (if equipped) or on the left side in the
cargo box.
3. Unlock the steering column, pull the tilt/telescoping control handle down.
4. Pull the steering wheel outward until it is in the end of the travel position, then lock the steering column in
position, push the control handle up until fully en-
gaged. 5. Using the Allen key, undo the lower steering column
cover screws, and remove the lower cover.
Lower Steering Column Screw Locations
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•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.
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.
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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.
Interior Care
Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
MOPAR Total Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
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Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running
Lamps
1. Turn front wheels inboard to access upper cover inwheel liner.
2. Open the upper cover on the front of the wheel liner.
3. Remove the cap from the back of the lower headlamp housing.
4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove.
5. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place.
6. Reinstall the plastic cap and close the cover on the wheel liner.
Front Fog Lamps
To replace the front fog lights, see your authorized dealer.
Front, Rear Roof Lamps
1. Remove two screw and remove the lamp assembly.
2. Remove the socket bulb by turning counterclockwise.
3. Remove bulb and replace as needed.
4. Reinstall the bulb socket and rotate clockwise to lockin place.
5. Reinstall lamp.
Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps
1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the tail lamp access panel.
3. Remove the two screws that secure the tail lamp to the body of the vehicle.
4. Remove the tail lamp assembly.7
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significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
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.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 455

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

SteeringTilt Column .......................... .120
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .120
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............227
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .227
Storage ............................... .427
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .427
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .427
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .370
Sun Roof .............................. .141
Sun Visor Extension ........................94
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag .........43
Telescoping Steering Column .................120
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .120
Tire And Loading Information Placard .......313, 314
Tire Markings ........................... .306
Tires ........................ .84, 318, 324, 454
Aging (Life Of Tires) .....................328 Air Pressure
.......................... .318
Chains .............................. .330
Changing ............................ .357
Compact Spare ........................ .325
General Information ..................318, 324
High Speed .......................... .321
Inflation Pressures ...................... .319
Jacking .............................. .357
Life Of Tires .......................... .328
Load Capacity ..................... .313, 315
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............333
Pressure Warning Light ...................180
Quality Grading ....................... .454
Radial .............................. .321
Replacement .......................... .329
Rotation ............................. .332
Safety ........................... .306, 318
Sizes ............................... .308
Snow Tires ........................... .323
470 INDEX

Unleaded Gasoline....................... .338
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................39
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7
Vehicle Loading ......................... .315
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............8
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........15
Vehicle Storage .......................... .427
Warnings And Cautions ......................7
Warranty Information ....................4,452
Washer Adding Fluid ......................... .397
Washers, Windshield .......................116
Washing Vehicle ......................... .412
Water Driving Through ....................... .292
Wheel And Wheel Trim .....................413
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care .................413Wind Buffeting
....................... .28, 143
Windows ................................26
Power ................................26
Windshield Defroster .................83, 231, 232
Windshield Washers .......................116
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................393
Windshield Wipers ........................116
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................393
472 INDEX