oil temperature FIAT 500X 2014 2.G Owners Manual

•Drive Mode Selector
– Auto Mode
– Sport Mode
– Traction/All Weather Mode
• Vehicle Info
– Tire Pressure
– Oil Temperature
– Battery Voltage
• Driver Assist
– Lane Departure Warning
• Audio
• Navigation
• Messages
• Settings
– Display
– Units
– Clock & Date
– Security
– Safety & Assistance
– Lights
– Doors & LocksTrip
This instrument cluster display menu item allows you
to view and select information about the Trip Com-
puter”:
• Speedometer
– View and change the speedometer scale from MPH to km/h (km/h to MPH).
• Instantaneous info
– View the distance to empty(miles or km).
– View the instantaneous consumption (mpg, or l/ 100km or km/l).
• Trip A
– View and change Trip A distance (miles or km).
– View and change travel time A (hours/minutes/ seconds).
– View and change average consumption A (mpg, or l/ 100km or km/l).
– View and change average speed A (MPH or km/h).
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•Trip B
– View and change Trip B distance (miles or km).
– View and change travel time B (hours/minutes/ seconds).
– View and change average consumption B (mpg, or l/ 100km or km/l).
– View and change average speed B (MPH or km/h).
Drive Mode Selector
This instrument cluster display menu/submenu items
allows you to view and select information about the
Drive Mode:
• Auto Mode
– Drive Style
– Instantaneous consumption
– Auto Mode Description
• Sport Mode
– Acceleration
– Turbo Boost or Engine Power
– Sport Mode Description
• Traction/All Weather Mode
– 4x4/4x2 Percentage of Traction – Traction Mode Description
– Temperature
– All Weather Mode Description
Vehicle Info
Push and release the
upordown arrow button until
Vehicle Info is highlighted in the instrument cluster
display. Push and release the rightarrow button and
Coolant Temp will be displayed. Push the rightorleft
arrow button to scroll through the following informa-
tion displays:
• Tire pressure
– View the information relating to the TPMS system (if equipped).
• Oil Temperature
– View the engine oil temperature.
• Battery Voltage
– View the voltage value (state of charge) of the battery.
Driver Assist
This menu item allows you to change the settings
(Notice LaneSense andIntensity LaneSense) relating
to the LaneSense system (if equipped).
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Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Transmission Fault Warning Light
Red Telltale Light What It Means
Transmission Fault Warning Light
This light will illuminate (together with a message in the instrument cluster display and a
buzzer) to indicate a transmission fault. Contact your authorized dealer if the message re-
mains after restarting the engine.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust components and
cause a fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tem-
perature Warning Light illuminated will eventually
cause severe transmission damage or transmission
failure.
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Transmission Temperature Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Transmission Temperature Indicator Light
This light indicates that the transmission fluid temperature is running hot. This may occur
with severe usage, such as trailer towing. If this light turns on, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. Then, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and run the engine at idle or faster un-
til the light turns off.
WARNING!
If you continue operating the vehicle when the
Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi-
nated you could cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust components and
cause a fire.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the Transmission Tem-
perature Warning Light illuminated will eventually
cause severe transmission damage or transmission
failure.
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CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not continu-
ously crank the engine for more than 25 seconds at
a time. Wait 60 seconds before trying again.
Cold Weather Operation
To ensure reliable starting under extreme cold condi-
tions an externally powered electric block heater (avail-
able from your authorized dealer) is required for the
1.4L Turbo engine below -20°F (-29°C) and for the 2.4L
engine below -31°F (-35°C) and is recommended for the
2.4L engine below -20°F (-29°C).
To prevent possible engine damage while starting at
low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine crank-
ing when the ambient temperature is less than -20°F
(-29°C) for the 1.4L Turbo engine, and -31°F (-35°C) for
the 2.4L engine, and the oil temperature sensor reading
indicates an engine block heater has not been used. The
message “plug in engine heater” will be displayed in
the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is
below -4°F (-20°C) at the time the engine is shut off as a
reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold
start.
Extended Park Starting
NOTE:Extended Park condition occurs when the ve-
hicle has not been started or driven for at least 30 days.
1. Install a battery charger or jumper cables to the battery to ensure a full battery charge during the
crank cycle.
2. Cycle the ignition to the START mode and release it when the engine starts.
3. If the engine fails to start within 10 to 15 seconds, cycle the ignition to the OFF mode, wait five seconds
to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the Extended
Park Starting procedure.
4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the starter to cool for at least 10 minutes, then repeat
the procedure.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank
continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time.
Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
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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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CAUTION!
•Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or per-
form repairs and service when necessary could
result in more costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact vehicle perfor-
mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions
examined by an authorized dealer or qualified
repair center.
• Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids
that protect the performance and durability of
your vehicle and also allow extended mainte-
nance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes in
these components as the chemicals can damage
your engine, transmission, or air conditioning.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of
component malfunction, use only the specified
fluid for the flushing procedure.
Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is approximately five
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not
check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat
overnight. Checking engine oil level when the engine is
cold will give you an incorrect reading.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground,
and approximately five minutes after a fully warmed
engine is shut off, will improve the accuracy of the oil
level readings. Maintain the oil level between the range
markings on the dipstick. The safe range is indicated by
a crosshatch zone. Adding 1 quart (0.9 Liters) of oil
when the reading is at the low end of the indicated
range will result in the oil level at the full end of the
indicator range.
CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine with oil. Overfilling the
engine with oil will cause oil aeration, which can
lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil
temperature. This loss of oil pressure and increased
oil temperature could damage your engine.
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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 mainte-
nance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for further
information.
NOTE:Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals 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 — 1.4L Turbo Engine
For best performance and maximum protection for
turbocharged engines under all types of operating
conditions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic
engine oils that are API Certified and meet the require-
ments of FCA Material Standard MS-12991.
Engine Oil Selection — 2.4L Engine
For best performance and maximum protection under
all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends 0W-20 engine oils that are API Certified
and meet the requirements of FCA Material Standard
MS-6395.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 1.4L Turbo
Engine
Mopar SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil is recommended
for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves
low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy.
Your engine oil filler cap also states the recommended
engine oil viscosity grade for your engine.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) — 2.4L Engine
Mopar SAE 0W-20 engine oil is recommended for all
operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low
temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy. Your
engine oil filler cap also states the recommended engine
oil viscosity grade for your engine.
Lubricants which do not have both the engine oil
certification mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade
number should not be used.
Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the
addition of any additives (other than leak detection
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