snow chains FIAT 500L LIVING 2014 2.G Owners Manual

ASR SYSTEM (AntiSlip Regulation)
It is an integral part of the ESC system. It
automatically operates in the event of one or both
drive wheels slipping, loss of grip on wet roads
(aquaplaning) and acceleration on slippery, snowy or
icy roads, etc…
Depending on the slipping conditions, two different
control systems are activated:
❒if the slipping involves both drive wheels, the ASR
intervenes reducing the power transmitted by the
engine;
❒if the slipping only involves one of the drive
wheels, it intervenes automatically braking the
wheel that is slipping.
Activation/deactivation of the ASR system
The ASR system activates automatically each time
the engine is started.
Whilst driving, the ASR can be deactivated and
subsequently activated again by pressing the ASR
OFF button fig. 109.
On some versions, the intervention of the system is
indicated by a message shown on the display.
When the system is deactivated, the LED on the
button ASR OFF turns on and, on some versions, a
message appears on the display.
If the ASR is disengaged during driving, this is
automatically reactivated at the following car starting.
When travelling on snowy roads with snow chains,
it may be helpful to turn the ASR off: in fact, in these
conditions, slipping of the drive wheels when moving
off makes it possible to obtain better traction.
WARNING
For the ESC and ASR systems to operate
correctly, all four tyres must , above all,
be the prescribed brand and type, they must be
in excellent condition and feature the
prescribed type and size.
WARNING
The ESC functions even when the
space-saver wheel is being used. Always
remember that the space-saver wheel, being
smaller than the original wheel, provides less
grip.
fig. 109
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SNOW CHAINSThe use of snow chains should be in compliance with
local regulations.
Snow chains may be fitted to the tyres of the front
wheels (drive wheels) only.
Check the tension of the snow chains after the first
few metres have been driven.
17" tyres cannot be fitted with chains. For other
tyres (15" and 16") fit only reduced size snow chains
with a maximum projection of 9 mm beyond the
tyre profile.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fitted to the
space-saver wheel (for versions/markets, where
provided). If a front tyre is punctured, replace a rear
wheel with the space-saver wheel and move the
rear wheel to the front axle. In this way, with two
normal drive wheels at the front, snow chains can be
fitted.
Keep your speed down when snow chains
are fitted; do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements and avoid
driving for long distances on roads not covered
with snow to prevent damaging the car and
the roadbed.
STORING THE CARIf the car is to be left inactive for longer than a
month, the following precautions should be followed:
❒park the car in covered, dry and if possible
well-ventilated premises and slightly open
the windows;
❒engage a gear and check that the handbrake is not
engaged;
❒disconnect the negative battery terminal (for
versions with Start&Stop system refer to the
paragraph "Start&Stop system" in the chapter
"Knowing your car"); If the battery is not
disconnected the from the electrical system, check
its charge every thirty days;
❒clean and protect the painted parts using
protective wax;
❒clean and protect the shiny metal parts using
special compounds available commercially;
❒sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen
and rear window wiper blades and lift them off the
glass;
❒cover the car with a cloth or perforated plastic
sheet. Do not use sheets of non-perforated plastic
as they do not allow moisture on the car body
to evaporate;
❒inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the standard
specified pressure and check it at intervals;
❒do not drain the engine cooling system.
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WARNING
Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights, warning
triangle, etc . Any passengers on board should
leave the car, especially if it is heavily laden.
Passengers should stay away from on-coming
traffic while the wheel is being changed. If you
are on a slope or uneven surface, place the
wedge provided under the wheel (see the
instructions on the next pages).
WARNING
The vehicle's driving characteristics will
be modified with the space-saver wheel
fitted. Avoid sudden starting or stopping, sharp
or fast turns.The overall duration of the
space-saver spare wheel is of about 3000 km,
after which the relevant tyre must be replaced
with another one of the same type. Never
install a standard tyre on a rim that is designed
for use with a space-saver wheel. Have the
wheel repaired and refitted as soon as possible.
Two or more space-saver wheels should never
be used together. Do not grease the threads
of wheel studs before fitting them: they might
slip out .
WARNING
The jack shall only be used for raising
the car model it has been supplied with.
Never use the jack for other purposes, such as
raising other car models. Never use the jack for
repair operations under the vehicle. Incorrectly
positioning the jack may cause the vehicle to
fall. Do not use the jack for loads higher than
the one shown on its label.The space-saver
wheel cannot be fitted with snow chains. If a
front (drive) tyre is punctured and chains are
needed, use a standard wheel from the rear
axle and install the space-saver wheel on the
rear axle. In this way, with two normal drive
wheels at the front axle, it is possible to use
snow chains.
WARNING
Incorrectly fitting the wheel cap may
cause it to fall off when the vehicle is in
motion. Never tamper with the inflating valve.
Never introduce tools of any kind between
rim and tyre. Check tyre and space-saver wheel
pressures regularly, complying with the values
given in the "Technical specifications" chapter.
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Trekking versionsVersions Wheels Tyres Snow tyresSpace-saver wheel
(*)
RimTy r e
0.9 TwinAir Turbo
105 HP–1.4 16V–
1.3 16V MultiJet–
1.6 16V MultiJet6Jx16 H2 ET 36.5
205/55 R16 91H
(*)
205/55 R16 91Q
(M+S)
4JX16 H ET 15
T135/70 R16 100M 6½Jx16 H2 ET 39
(*)
7Jx17 H2 ET 41
225/45 R17 91H
(*)
225/45 R17 91Q
(M+S)
(*) For versions/markets, where providedNoteReduced-width snow chains with a maximum
projection of 9 mm beyond the tyre profile can be
fitted on 195/65 R15 91H and 205/55 R16 91H tyres.
225/45 R17 91H tyre cannot be fitted with snow
chains.
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WARNING
Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights, warning
triangle, etc . Any passengers on board should
leave the car, especially if it is heavily laden.
Passengers should stay away from on-coming
traffic while the wheel is being changed. If you
are on a slope or uneven surface, place the
wedge provided under the wheels (see the
instructions on the next pages).
WARNING
The vehicle's driving characteristics will
be modified with the space-saver wheel
fitted. Avoid violent acceleration and braking,
abrupt steering and fast cornering.The overall
duration of the space-saver wheel is of about
3000 km, after which the relevant tyre must be
replaced with another one of the same type.
Never install a standard tyre on a rim that is
designed for use with a space-saver wheel. Have
the wheel repaired and refitted as soon as
possible. Using two or more small space-saver
wheels at the same time is forbidden. Do not
grease the threads of the stud bolts before
fitting them: they might slip out .
WARNING
The jack shall only be used for raising
the car model it has been supplied with.
Never use the jack for other purposes, such as
raising other car models. Never use the jack for
repair operations under the vehicle. Incorrectly
positioning of the jack may cause the car to fall.
Do not use the jack for loads higher than the
one shown on its label.The space-saver wheel
cannot be fitted with snow chains. If a front
(drive) tyre is punctured and chains are needed,
use a standard wheel from the rear axle and
install the space-saver wheel on the rear axle. In
this way, with two normal drive wheels at the
front axle, it is possible to use snow chains.
WARNING
Incorrectly fitting the wheel cap may
cause it to fall off when the vehicle is in
motion. Never tamper with the inflation valve.
Never introduce tools of any kind between rim
and tyre. Check tyre and space-saver wheel
pressures regularly, complying with the values
given in the “Wheels” paragraph.
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Versions Rims Tyres Snow tyresSpace-saver wheel
(*)
Rim
Ty r e
1.6 16V MultiJet6Jx15 H2 ET 39 195/65 R15 91H195/65 R15 91Q
(M+S)
4JX16 H ET 15
T135/70 R16 100M 6Jx16 H2 ET 36.5
205/55 R16 91H
(*)
205/55 R16 91Q
(M+S)
6½Jx16 H2 ET 39
(*)
7Jx17 H2 ET 41
225/45 R17 91H
(*)
225/45 R17 91Q
(M+S)
(*) For versions/markets, where providedNoteReduced size snow chains with a maximum
projection of 9 mm beyond the tyre profile can be
fitted on 195/65 R15 91H and 205/55 R16 91V tyres.
225/45 R17 91V tyres cannot be fitted with snow
chains.
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7-seater versionsVersions Rims Tyres Snow tyresSpace-saver wheel
(*)
Rim
Ty r e
0.9 TwinAir Turbo
105 HP6Jx16 H2 ET 36.5
205/55 R16 91H205/55 R16 91Q
(M+S)
4JX16 H ET 15
T135/70 R16 100M 6½Jx16 H2 ET 39
(*)
7Jx17 H2 ET 41
(*)
225/45 R17 91H
(*)
225/45 R17 91Q
(M+S)
1.3 16V MultiJet6Jx16 H2 ET 36.5
205/55 R16 91V
(*)
205/55 R16 91Q
(M+S)
4JX16 H ET 15
T135/70 R16 100M 6½Jx16 H2 ET 39
(*)
7Jx17 H2 ET 41
(*)
225/45 R17 91V
(*)
225/45 R17 91Q
(M+S)
1.6 16V MultiJet6Jx16 H2 ET 36.5
205/55 R16 91V
(*)
205/55 R16 91Q
(M+S)
4JX16 H ET 15
T135/70 R16 100M 6½Jx16 H2 ET 39
(*)
7Jx17 H2 ET 41
(*)
225/45 R17 91V
(*)
225/45 R17 91Q
(M+S)
(*) For versions/markets, where providedNoteReduced size snow chains with a maximum
projection of 9 mm beyond the tyre profile can be
fitted on 205/55 R16 91V tyres. 225/45 R17 91V
tyres cannot be fitted with snow chains.
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– maintenance .......................... 146
– pretensioners ........................ 143
– SBR system ............................ 142
– using the seat belts .............. 141
Seats............................................... 30
– Adjusting the seats ............... 30
Servicing and care ...................... 238
– heavy-duty use of the car ... 244
– periodic checks ..................... 244
– scheduled servicing .............. 238
Setup menu .................................. 11
Side airbags (side airbag -
window airbag) ......................... 164
Side air diffusers .......................... 41
Side bag)....................................... 164
Snow chains................................. 181
Sound system (wiring) .............. 130
Speed Limiter............................... 71
Speedometer ............................... 6
Starting the engine ............ 168-196
Start&Stop system..................... 117
Steering ........................................ 270
Steering lock ................................ 30
Steering Wheel ........................... 38
Steering wheel stalks– left stalk................................... 62
Storage compartments .............. 80
Storing the car ............................ 181
Sun visors ..................................... 83
Suspension ................................... 269
Table ............................................. 35
Technical data ............................. 263
The keys ........................................ 25
Top speed .................................... 280
Towing the car............................ 235
Towing trailers ............................ 175
Traction Plus system ................. 116
Transmission ............................... 268
TRIP button ................................. 23
Trip Computer
– TRIP button ............................ 23
– Trip Computer....................... 20
– Trip Computer
parameters.............................. 21
Tyres
– correct tyre reading............. 271
– Fix&Go Automatic (kit)...... 203
– inflation pressures ................ 276
– Rim Protector tyres............. 277
Tyres - maintenance .................. 255
"Universal" child restraint
system fitting ............................ 156U
pper air diffusers .................... 41
Using the gearbox...................... 172
W
arning lights and
messages .................................... 182
Weights and loads...................... 281
Wheel geometry........................ 271
Wheel rims
– correct reading of the
rim code ................................. 272
– Rim Protector ....................... 277
– rims and tyres ....................... 271
– wheels and tyres................... 255
Wheels and tyres
– changing a wheel .................. 197
– Fix&Go Automatic (kit)...... 203
– tyre inflation pressure ......... 276
– Wheels and tyres ................. 255
Wheels and tyres provided ..... 273
Wheels ......................................... 271
Window airbag ........................... 164
Window cleaning ........................ 65
Windows (cleaning) .................. 261
Windscreen washer
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