trailer FIAT 500X 2014 2.G Owner's Manual

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the
ground, or using a towing dolly) is NOT ALLOWED.
This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer
provided all four wheels are OFF the ground.CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on the
ground can cause severe transmission and/or power
transfer unit damage. Damage from improper tow-
ing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
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OBD II system to update. A recheck with the above test
routine may then indicate that the system is nowready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle ser-
viced before going to the I/M station. The I/M station
can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the
engine running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine parts for normal/scheduled mainte-
nance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the
designed performance. Damage or failures caused by
the use of parts which are not quality-equivalent to
genuine parts for maintenance and repairs will not be
covered by the manufacturer ’s warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-
nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service
operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are
available which include detailed service information for
your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before
attempting any procedure yourself. NOTE:
Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems may void your warranty and could result in
civil penalties being assessed against you.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you
have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform a
service job, take your vehicle to a competent me-
chanic.
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
cluster. 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 Required” message is displayed. Severe
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
10,000
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: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
16,000
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 spark plugs (2.4L
engine). ** •
Replace engine air filter. # ••• • •
Replace brake fluid every two
years. •••• • • •
Replace cabin filter. ○• ○ •○• ○•○ • ○• ○•○
Change the manual transmis-
sion fluid if using your vehicle
for any of the following: trailer
towing, heavy loading, taxi,
police, delivery service (com-
mercial service), off-road, des-
ert operation or more than
50% of your driving is at sus-
tained speeds during hot
weather, above 90°F (32°C). ••
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Tire And Loading Information Placard
This placard tells you important information about the:
1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle.
2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
3. Tire size designed for your vehicle.
4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, andspare tires.
Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed
the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if
you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold
tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Load-
ing Information placard in “Vehicle Loading” in “Start-
ing And Operating”, or the Tire Information Supple-
ment, located in your Owner ’s Information kit.
NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,
gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and
rear axles must not be exceeded. Refer to “Vehicle
Loading” in “Starting And Operating”, or the Tire
Information Supplement located in your Owner ’s Infor-
mation kit, for further information on GAWRs, vehicle
loading, and trailer towing.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and
trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never ex-
ceed the weight referenced here.
Tire And Loading Information Placard
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Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and
passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and
passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount
of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if
“XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and
cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.Consult this manual to determine how this reduces
the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg, and there
will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is
295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4.
NOTE:
•
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The
following table shows examples on how to calculate
total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of
your vehicle with varying seating configurations and
number and size of occupants. This table is for
illustration purposes only and may not be accurate
for the seating and load carry capacity of your
vehicle.
• For the following example, the combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs
(392 kg).
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Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the
original equipment tires. Use snow
tires only in sets of four; failure to do
so may adversely affect the safety
and handling of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than
what was originally equipped with your vehicle and
should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph
(120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h), refer
to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for
recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold
tire inflation pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid
and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states
prohibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be
checked before using these tire types.
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles
(80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of
inflation pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred
to as the Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when
the tire inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa).
Once a Run Flat tire reaches the Run Flat mode, it has
limited driving capabilities and needs to be replaced
immediately. A Run Flat tire is not repairable.
It is not recommended to drive a vehicle loaded at full
capacity, or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the Run Flat
mode.
See the tire pressure monitoring section for more infor-
mation.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit
instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit”
in “In Case Of Emergency” for further information.
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Fluid Leaks........................... .209
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ..........408
Fog Lights ..............................68
Forward Collision Warning .................239
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....................332
Fuel ................................. .261
Adding ............................ .265
Additives ........................... .264
Clean Air ........................... .262
Ethanol ............................ .262
Gasoline ........................... .261
Light .............................. .140
Materials Added ...................... .264
Methanol ........................... .262
Octane Rating .....................261, 408
Requirements ........................ .261
Specifications ........................ .408
Tank Capacity ....................... .407
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... .262
Gasoline (Fuel) ......................... .261
Gasoline, Reformulated ....................262
Gear Ranges ........................... .225
Gear Select Lever Override .................331
General Information ..................... .246General Maintenance
..................... .354
Glass Cleaning ......................... .377
Gross Axle Weight Rating ..................274
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ................273
GVWR ............................... .268
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ....................... .271
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................289
Headlights Automatic ............................67
Cleaning ........................... .377
Delay ...............................68
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch .........
69
Lights On Reminder .....................68
Switch ...............................66
Time Delay ...........................68
Head Restraints ..........................53
Head Rests .............................53
Heated Mirrors ...........................59
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ....69
Hill Start Assist ........................ .157
Hitches Trailer Towing ....................... .276
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls..............446
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . .446
Storage, Vehicle ..........................96
Stuck, Freeing .......................... .332
Sun Roof ............................. .100
Sun Visor Extension .......................111
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ........176
Sway Control, Trailer ..................... .274
System, Remote Starting ....................29
Telescoping Steering Column .................55
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ..........94
Tilt Steering Column .......................55
Time Delay, Headlight ......................68
Tip Start .............................. .215
Tire And Loading Information Placard ......384, 386
Tire Markings .......................... .380
Tires.......................... .209, 389, 398
Aging (Life Of Tires) ....................395
Air Pressure ...................... .384, 389
Chains ............................. .397
Changing ....................... .315, 379
General Information ....................389
High Speed ......................... .391
Inflation Pressures .....................390 Jacking
......................... .315, 379
Life Of Tires ......................... .395
Load Capacity .....................384, 386
Pressure Warning Light ..................144
Quality Grading ...................... .398
Radial ............................. .391
Replacement ......................... .395
Rotation ............................ .399
Safety .......................... .380, 389
Sizes .............................. .381
Snow Tires .......................... .393
Spinning ........................... .394
Trailer Towing ....................... .279
Tread Wear Indicators ...................394
T

ire Safety Information ....................380
Tire Service Kit ......................... .324
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight ...............277
Towing .............................. .273
Disabled Vehicle ...................... .334
Guide ............................. .277
Recreational ......................... .284
Weight ............................. .277
Towing Eyes ........................... .336
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ..........284
Traction .............................. .270
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Traction Control........................ .159
Trailer Towing ......................... .273
Cooling System Tips ....................283
Hitches ............................ .276
Minimum Requirements .................278
Trailer And Tongue Weight ...............277
Wiring ............................. .281
Trailer Towing Guide .....................277
Trailer Weight .......................... .277
Transfer Case Fluid .............................. .409
Transmission Automatic ....................... .226, 371
Fluid .............................. .409
Manual ............................ .223
Transporting Pets ....................... .205
Tread Wear Indicators .....................394
Turn Signals ........................ .70, 150
UCI Connector ......................... .445
Uconnect Customer Programmable Features ...........32
Uconnect Settings .......................32
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features ..........439Passive Entry Programming
...............439
Uconnect Settings ..................... .439
Uconnect Voice Command ..................449
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................398
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . .445
Unleaded Gasoline ...................... .261
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ..............169
Vanity Mirrors ...........................72
Vehicle Loading ..................... .268, 386
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ..............6
Vehicle Storage ...........................96
Viscosity, Engine Oil ..................... .356
Warning Flasher, Hazard ...................289
Warning, Roll Over ........................6
Warnings And Cautions .....................5
Warranty Information ....................4,11
Washer Adding
Fluid........................ .362
Washing Vehicle ........................ .373
Water Driving Through ...................... .271
Wheel And Wheel Trim ....................374
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ................374
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INDEX 471