maintenance FIAT 500X 2014 2.G Owners Manual

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be
assured that it represents precision workmanship, dis-
tinctive styling, and high quality.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering specialists to
acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of
your vehicle. It is supplemented by Warranty Informa-
tion, and various customer-oriented documents. Please
take the time to read these publications carefully. Fol-
lowing the instructions and recommendations in this
manual will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of
your vehicle.
The enclosed Warranty Information lists the services
that FCA US LLC offers to its customers:
•The Warranty with terms and conditions for main-
taining its validity
• The range of additional services available to FCA US
LLC customers NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient refer-
encing and remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your autho-
rized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-
trained technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and
cares about your satisfaction.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which
section contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or through-
out this Owner’s Manual:
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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Prepare For The Appointment
If you are having warranty work done, be sure to bring
the right papers with you, as well as your warranty
folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by
the warranty. Discuss additional charges with the ser-
vice manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history, as this can often provide a clue to the
current problem.
Prepare A List
Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the
specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident
or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let
the service advisor know.
Be Reasonable With Requests
If you list a number of items and you must have your
vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with
the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
At many authorized dealers, you may obtain a rental
vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental,
it is advisable to make these arrangements when you
call for an appointment.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally
interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be
happy with our products and services.
Warranty service must be done by an authorized dealer.
We strongly recommend that you take the vehicle to an
authorized dealer. They know your vehicle the best, and
are most concerned that you get prompt and high
quality service. The manufacturer’s authorized dealer
have the facilities, factory-trained technicians, special
tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is
fixed correctly and in a timely manner.
This is why you should always talk to an authorized
dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re-
solved with this process.
•If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to
the general manager or owner of the authorized
dealer. They want to know if you need assistance.
• If an authorized dealer is unable to resolve the
concern, you may contact the manufacturer’s cus-
tomer center.
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System Maintenance
In Winter, the Climate Control system must be turned
on at least once a month for approximately 10 minutes.
Have the system inspected at an authorized dealer
before the summer.
NOTE:The system uses R-1234yf (refrigerant) which
does not pollute the environment in the event of
accidental leakage. Under no circumstances is the use of
R-134a (refrigerant) allowed.Automatic Climate Control Overview
Automatic Climate Controls
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Turning Off The Climate Control System
Push the ON/OFF button.
With the Climate Control system off:
•Air recirculation is on, isolating the passenger com-
partment from the outside.
• The A/C compressor is off.
• The blower is off.
• The heated rear window can be activated/
deactivated.
NOTE: The Climate Control unit stores the tempera-
tures set before the system was turned off and restores
them when one of the following knobs/buttons is
pushed:
• A/C
• Recirculation
• Max Defrost
• Blower Increase
• AUTO
To restart the Climate Control system in fully automatic
mode, push the AUTO button. System Maintenance
In Winter, the Climate Control system must be turned
on at least once a month for approximately 10 minutes.
Have the system inspected at an authorized dealership
before the summer.
NOTE:
The system uses R-1234yf (refrigerant) which
does not pollute the environment in the event of
accidental leakage. Under no circumstances is the use of
R-134a (refrigerant) allowed.
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped
Automatic Operation
1. Push the AUTO button on the front ATC panel and the word “AUTO” will illuminate in the front ATC
display, along with two temperatures for the driver
and front passenger. The system will then automati-
cally regulate the amount of airflow.
2. Adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain, by adjusting the driver, and passenger
temperatures. Once the desired temperature is dis-
played, the system will achieve and automatically
maintain that comfort level.
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Engine Oil Change Reset
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Change Engine Oil” message
will flash in the instrument cluster display for approxi-
mately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to
indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The
engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based,
which means the engine oil change interval may fluc-
tuate, dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN
position. To reset the oil change indicator system (after
performing the scheduled maintenance), refer to the
following procedure.
1. In key-on: press accelerator pedal at 100%, remain inthis condition for more than 30 seconds.
2. After this time, always with accelerator pedal down to 100%, press the brake pedal for at least 7 times.
3. Release the pedals.
4. Key-off and wait for Power latch. NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not
reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure.
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu
The Main Menu is composed of several options that can
be selected using the control buttons above.
NOTE:
• The display mode of the menu items varies depend-
ing on the type of display.
• For some items, a submenu is provided.
• In the Uconnect system, some items on the menu are
not shown on the instrument cluster display.
Instrument Cluster Display Menu/Submenu
Items
The Menu is composed of the following items:
• Trip
– Speedometer
– Instantaneous Info
– Trip A
– Trip B
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Security
By selecting the item “Security,” you can make the
following adjustments:
•Speed Warning: Set the vehicle speed limit (MPH
or km/h), which the driver is notified through a
visual and acoustic signaling (display of a message
and a symbol on the display).
• Seat Belt Buzzer: This function is only viewable when
the Seat Belt Reminder (SBR) system is active.
• Hill Start Assist: Activation/Deactivation of the Hill
Start Assist system.
Safety And Assistance
By selecting the item Safety & Assistance, you can
make the following adjustments:
• FCW: A selection of operating modes of the system
Forward Collision Warning Plus.
• FCW Sensitivity: A selection of the readinessof
intervention of the Forward Collision Warning Plus
system, based on the distance to the obstacle.
• ParkSense: A selection of the type of information
provided by ParkSense. •
ParkSense Vol.: A selection of the volume of acoustic
signals provided by ParkSense.
• Auto Wipers: Enabling/disabling the automatic op-
eration of wipers in the event of rain.
• LaneSense Warning: A selection of the readinessof
intervention of LaneSense.
• Warning Buzzer Volume: Increase or decrease the
volume of the buzzerby selecting “Low”, “Medium”,
or “High”.
• Maintenance Brakes — If Equipped: Activation of the
procedure to carry out braking system maintenance.
• Auto Park Brake — If Equipped: Enable/disable
auto-insertion of the Electric Parking Brake.
Lights
By selecting the item Lights,you can make the follow-
ing adjustments:
• Headlight Off Delay: Set the delay for headlight
shutoff after engine shutoff.
• Headlight Sensor: Adjust the sensitivity of headlight
brightness.
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Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the
TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is
not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica-
tor is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When
the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain continu-
ously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for
a variety of reasons, including the installation of re-
placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Al-
ways check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replac-
ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function prop-
erly.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warning have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system op-
eration or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size,
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may
cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
sensor to become inoperable. After using an after-
market tire sealant it is recommended that you take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your
sensor function checked.
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Stop Light Failure Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Stop Light Failure Indicator Light
This light will illuminate if one or more of the stop light bulb fails.
The failure relating to this light could be:
•
One or more blown bulbs
• A blown protection fuse
• A break in the electrical connection
Service Warning Indicator Light – If Equipped
Yellow Telltale Light What It Means
Service Warning Indicator Light
The “Scheduled Servicing Plan” includes vehicle maintenance at fixed intervals, refer to the
Maintaining And Caring For Your Vehicle
chapter. This message is displayed automatically
along with the warning light when the key is turned to ON - 1242 miles (2,000 km) before
these deadlines and reappears every 124 miles (200 km). Below 124 miles (200 km) servicing
indications are more frequent. The indication will appear in miles or kilometers according to
the Unit Of Measurement settings. When the next scheduled service is approaching and
the key is turned to ON, the word Service will appear on the display, followed by the num-
ber of miles or kilometers left. Contact a dedicated authorized dealership. The operations in
the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will be performed and the message will be reset.
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WARNING!(Continued)
inflated and unevenly worn tires may also de-
grade ESC performance. Any vehicle modifica-
tion or poor vehicle maintenance that reduces the
effectiveness of the ESC system can increase the
risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death.
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by
monitoring the driver ’s steering wheel input and the
speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the
rate of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle’s
speed are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it
then applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce
engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will
occur. ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift
occurring during severe or evasive driving maneuvers;
it cannot prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as
road conditions, leaving the roadway, or striking objects
or other vehicles. NOTE:
ERM is disabled anytime the ESC is in “Full
Off” mode (if equipped). Refer to “Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)” in this section for a complete explana-
tion of the available ESC modes.
WARNING!
Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi-
tions and driving conditions, influence the chance
that wheel lift or rollover may occur. ERM cannot
prevent all wheel lift or roll overs, especially those
that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects
or other vehicles. The capabilities of an ERM-
equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopar-
dize the user’s safety or the safety of others.
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
Dynamic Steering Torque is a feature of the ESC and
EPS modules that provides torque at the steering wheel
for certain driving conditions in which the ESC module
is detecting vehicle instability. The torque that the
steering wheel receives is only meant to help the driver
realize optimal steering behavior in order to reach/
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may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above
15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this
information.
For example, your vehicle may have a recommended
cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of
30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68° F (20°
C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kPa), a
temperature drop to 20° F (-7° C) will decrease the tire
pressure to approximately 23 psi (159 kPa). This tire
pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on the Tire
Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light. Driving the vehicle
may cause the tire pressure to rise to approximately 27
psi (186 kPa), but the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale
Light will still be on. In this situation, the Tire Pressure
Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only after the
tires are inflated to the vehicle’s recommended cold tire
pressure value.
CAUTION!
•The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warnings have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system
(Continued)
CAUTION! (Continued)
operation or sensor damage may result when
using replacement equipment that is not of the
same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels
can cause sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire
sealants may cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) sensor to become inoperable.
After using an aftermarket tire sealant it is recom-
mended that you take your vehicle to an autho-
rized dealership to have your sensor function
checked.
• After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure,
always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will
prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve
stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure
Monitoring Sensor.
NOTE:
• The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care
and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire
failure or condition.
• The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure
gauge while adjusting your tire pressure.
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