fuel reserve FIAT 500L LIVING 2015 2.G Owners Manual

LPG TANKThe car has a (pressurised) tank A fig.
49 for collecting LPG in a liquid state. It
is located in the spare wheel
compartment with suitable protection.LPG tank certificationThe LPG tank is certified in accordance
with the regulations in force.In Italy, the tank has a life of 10 years
starting from the vehicle registration
date. If the vehicle has been registered
in a country other than Italy, the
duration and the testing/inspection
procedures of the LPG tank can vary
depending on the national laws of that
country. In any case, when the time limit
in the individual country has run out,
contact a Fiat Dealership to have the
tank replaced.
SELECTION OF
PETROL/LPG SUPPLY
TYPEThe (petrol/LPG switch) button A fig. 50
allows drivers to select petrol or LPG
operation.
If, during LPG operation, the same runs
out, the vehicle switches to petrol
automatically and all the bars of the
digital gauge on the display switch off,
next to the LPG warning. This condition
persists until the next LPG refuelling.The engine always starts up on petrol,
with automatic switching to LPG when
the best conditions are achieved
(engine water temperature, minimum
engine rpm limit) for switching to LPG.
SUPPLIES
LPGMaximum refuelling capacity (reserve
included): 38.4 litres. The figure already
takes into account the 80% tank filling
limit and the residual fluid required
for correct priming and it is the
maximum permitted capacity. In
addition, after different refuelling
processes, this figure could vary due to
differences between the network pump
supply pressures, pumps having
different supply/locking features, tank
not completely run out of fuel.
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IMPORTANT In order to avoid
inconsistent information by the LPG
gauge on the instrument panel, it is
recommended to refill with at least 10
litres each time.
WARNING
35)Please note that in some countries
(including Italy) there are legal restrictions
in force for parking/garaging motor
vehicles with gas that has a higher density
than air; LPG comes under this category.
36)Do not switch between the two
operating modes whilst starting the engine.
37)If gas is smelled, switch from methane
operation to petrol operation and
immediately go to a Fiat Dealership to have
the vehicle checked and possible system
faults excluded.
WARNING
16)The vehicle is equipped with a gaseous
LPG injection system designed specifically
for it: it is therefore absolutely forbidden
to alter the configuration of the system or
its components. The use of other
components or materials could cause
malfunctions and lead to a reduction
in safety; therefore, in the case of
problems, contact a Fiat Dealership. When
towing or lifting the car, follow the
instructions in the paragraph on "Towing
the car" to prevent damage to the gas
methane system parts.17)The system operates at temperatures
ranging between −20 °C and 100 °C.
18)When painting in an oven, the LPG
tank must be removed from the vehicle and
later refitted by a Fiat Dealership. Although
the LPG system has numerous safety
features, it is advisable to proceed
as follows every time the car is not in use
for a long period or moved in an
emergency as a result of a breakdown or
accident: unscrew the fastening devices of
the LPG tank, then remove it. Close the
LPG cock rotating the ring nut C clockwise
(see "Passive/active Safety"). Refit the
cover and retighten the fastening devices.
19)Only use LPG fuel for motor vehicles.
20)It is strictly forbidden to use any
additive in the LPG. Periodically (at least
once every six months) it is advisable to let
the LPG in the tank run out and, at the
first refuelling, to check that it does not
exceed the maximum capacity of 38.4 litres
(reserve included) (with a tolerance of 2
litres excess). If the level is above 38.4 litres
(reserve included) contact a Fiat
Dealership immediately.
21)When switching from petrol to methane
is requested, a metal noise is heard from
the valves which pressurise the circuit. As a
result of the switching logic described
above, the delay between the ticking of the
valve and the switching off of the warning
on the instrument panel is entirely normal.22)In particular usage conditions, such as
starting and operation at low ambient
temperature or supply of LPG with low
content of propane, the system may
temporarily switch to petrol operation,
without indicating the performed switching
on the instrument panel. In the event of
low LPG levels in the tank or request for
high performance (e.g. overtaking, car fully
laden, steep hills) the system may
automatically switch to petrol operation to
guarantee the engine power requested; the
green warning light on the instrument
panel switches on to indicate this. When
the above conditions are no longer
present, the system automatically restores
LPG operation; the green warning light
switches off. To achieve the above
automatic switching, make sure that there
is enough fuel in the petrol tank.
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CONTROL PANEL AND ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTSThe instrument background colour and type may vary according to the versions.
The warning lights on the instrument panel may change according to the version/trim level (e.g. LPG, Natural Power, Dualogic
gearbox, etc.) of the vehicle. The warning lights
and
are only present on Diesel versions. On diesel versions, the
maximum engine speed (red range on the rev counter) corresponds to 5000 rpm.
VERSIONS WITH MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYA. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Multifunction display – C. Rev counter – D. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light – E. Engine coolant
temperature indicator with overheating warning light
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VERSIONS WITH RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYA. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Reconfigurable multifunction display – C. Rev counter – D. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light – E.
Engine coolant temperature indicator with overheating warning light
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Warning light What it means
ESC SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
If the warning light does not switch off or remains on (on some versions together with a message and a
symbol on the display) whilst driving, contact a Fiat Dealership.
ESC system intervention: the intervention of the system is indicated by the flashing warning light while
driving.
Hill Holder failure: the warning light switches on, for some versions together with the
symbol and a
message in the display, in the event of a Hill Holder system failure. In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Traction Plus failure: in the case of Traction Plus system failure, theESCwarning light switches on
constantly.
FUEL RESERVE - LIMITED RANGE
This warning light comes on when about 6 to 8 litres of fuel are left in the tank. When the remaining range
is lower than approx. 50 km (or equivalent value in miles), on some versions, the display will show a
dedicated message.
IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicate a system failure. If this is the case, go to a Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
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Warning light What it means
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE (Diesel versions)
The warning light will flash (on some versions, together with a message and a symbol on the display) to
indicate a fault in the plug preheating system.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.LPG FUEL RESERVE (LPG versions)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the residual quantity of LPG in the cylinder goes below 1/5 of the
capacity. The display will also show a dedicated message.METHANE RESERVE (Natural Power versions)
The warning light switches on when the residual quantity of methane in the cylinder goes below 1/5 of the
capacity. The display will also show a dedicated message.
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SUPPLIES
0.9 TwinAir Turbo 1.4 16V 95 HP 1.4 16V 120 HPPrescribed fuels and
original lubricants
Fuel tank (litres) 50 50 50
Unleaded petrol not less
than 95 RON (EN 228
specification) including a reserve of
(litres)6÷8 6÷8 6÷8
Engine cooling system
(litres)5.3 / 5.5
(*)
4.5
5.2 / 5.5
(**)
Mixture of distilled water
and 50% PARAFLU
UP
(***)
Engine sump (litres) 2.8 2.8 2.75SELENIA DIGITEK P.E.
(0.9 TwinAir Turbo version)
SELENIA K P.E. (1.4 16V
95 HP and 1.4 16V 120
HP) Engine sump and filter
(litres)3.3 2.95 3.1
Gearbox casing/
differential (litres)1.76 1.76 2.0TUTELA TRANSMISSION
TECHNYX (0.9 TwinAir
Turbo and 1.4 16V 95 HP
version) / TUTELA
TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE (1.4 16V
120 HP version)
Hydraulic brake circuit
(kg)0.5 0.5 0.5 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen and rear
window washer fluid
reservoir (litres)2.9 2.9 2.9Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC35(*) Natural Power versions
(**) LPG versions
(***) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UP
and distilled water.
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1.3 16V MultiJet 1.6 16V MultiJetPrescribed fuels and original
lubricants
Fuel tank (litres) 50 50
Diesel for motor vehicles (EN 590
Specification)
including a reserve of (litres) 6 ÷ 8 6 ÷ 8
Engine cooling system (litres) 5.9 6.35Mixture of distilled water and
50% PARAFLU
UP
(*)
Engine sump (litres) 3.0 4.3
SELENIA WR P.E.
Engine sump and filter (litres) 3.2 4.75
Gearbox casing/differential (litres) 2.0 2.0TUTELA TRANSMISSION
TECHNYX (1.3 16V MultiJet
versions)
TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE (1.6 16V MultiJet
versions)
Dualogic gearbox hydraulic
activation system (litres)0.7 – TUTELA CS SPEED
Hydraulic brake circuit (kg) 0.5 0.5 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen and rear window
washer fluid reservoir (litres)2.9 2.9Mixture of water and TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35(*) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UP
and distilled water.
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CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTSInstrument background colour and type may vary according to the version.The warning lights
and
are only present on Diesel versions. On diesel versions, the max. rpm (red range on the
revolution counter) corresponds to 5000 rpm.
VERSIONS WITH MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYA. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Multifunction display – C. Rev counter – D. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light – E. Engine coolant
temperature gauge with overheating warning light
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VERSIONS WITH RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAYA. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Reconfigurable multifunction display – C. Rev counter – D. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light – E.
Engine coolant temperature gauge with overheating warning light3
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