fuel type FIAT 500L 2016 2.G Owners Manual

Values Displayed
Range
This indicates the distance which may be traveled with
the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving
conditions will not change. The message “----” will
appear on the display in the following cases:
•Distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km).
• The vehicle is parked for a long time with the engine
running.
NOTE: The range depends on several factors: driving
style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads,
etc.), and conditions of use of the vehicle (load, tire
pressure, etc.). Trip planning must take into account the
above notes.
Distance Traveled
This value shows the distance covered since the last reset.
Average Economy
This value shows the approximate average consumption
since the last reset.
Instantaneous Economy
This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is con-
stantly updated. The message “----” will appear on the
display if the vehicle is parked with the engine running.
Average Speed
This value shows the vehicle’s average speed as a func-
tion of the overall time elapsed since the last reset.
Travel Time
This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193

▫Tire Inflation Pressures .................319
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .321
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .321
▫ Tire Types .......................... .322
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped .............323
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ...............324
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .326
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................327
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .328
▫ Replacement Tires .....................329
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......330
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....332
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) ............................. .333
▫ Base System ........................ .335
▫ General Information ....................338
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS — 1.4L Turbo ........338
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................339
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............339
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................340
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................340
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................341
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............342
 ADDING FUEL ....................... .342
 TRAILER TOWING .....................344
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom-
mended cold tire inflation pressure.
Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability
of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish
response or over responsiveness in the steering.
NOTE:
• Unequal tire pressures from side to side may cause
erratic and unpredictable steering response.
• Unequal tire pressure from side to side may cause the
vehicle to drift left or right.
Fuel Economy
Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance
resulting in higher fuel consumption.
Tread Wear
Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor-
mal wear patterns and reduced tread life, resulting in the
need for earlier tire replacement.
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.
Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable
ride.
Tire Inflation Pressures
The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the
driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side
door.
At least once a month:
• Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality
pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual
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Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further informa-
tion.
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.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for tur-
bocharged engines under all types of operating condi-
tions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic engine
oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of
FCA US Material Standard MS-12991.
Engine Oil Viscosity — 1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE
Grade)
MOPAR SAE 5W-40 full synthetic engine oil is recom-
mended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil
improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel
economy.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended
engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart-
ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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
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Automatic Transmission...........270, 283, 409, 411
Adding Fluid ...................... .410, 411
Autostick ............................ .289
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................411
Fluid Change ..........................411
Fluid Level Check ...................... .410
Fluid Type ........................... .437
Gear Ranges .......................... .284
Special Additives ...................... .410
Autostick .............................. .289
Auto Up Power Windows ....................27
Battery ................................ .388
Jump Starting ......................... .365
Belts, Seat ...............................83
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................392
B-Pillar Location ......................... .313
Brake Assist System ...................... .298
Brake Fluid ............................ .437Brake, Parking
.......................... .294
Brakes ................................ .405
Brake System ........................ .296, 405
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .297
Master Cylinder ....................... .405
Parking ............................. .294
Warning Light ........................ .166
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................272
Bulb Replacement ..................... .428, 430
Bulbs, Light .......................... .85, 428
Camera, Rear ........................... .131
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........434
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .434
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .378
Oil (Engine) .......................... .386
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................82, 342
Car Washes ............................ .412
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INDEX 459

Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........172
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . .131, 186 Exit Trip ............................. .192
Start Of Trip Procedure ...................192
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................29
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................349
Jacking .............................. .357
Jump Starting ......................... .365
Towing ............................. .373
Emergency Trunk Release ....................29
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .387
Break-In Recommendations .................80
Checking Oil Level ..................... .385
Compartment ......................... .381
Cooling ............................. .399
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................82, 342 Fails To Start
......................... .267
Flooded, Starting ...................... .267
Fuel Requirements ..................... .338
Oil ............................. .385, 434
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .386
Oil Filter ............................ .387
Oil Selection .......................... .386
Overheating .......................... .349
Starting ............................. .265
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............54
Ethanol ............................... .339
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission .........270, 272, 382
Fluid Type .....................407, 409, 437
Gear Ranges .......................... .274
Event Data Recorder ........................58
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................82, 342
Exhaust System ....................... .82, 397
Exterior Lights ............................85
462 INDEX