check engine FIAT 500X 2017 Owner handbook (in English)

SERVICE SCHEDULE (Diesel versions)
The checks listed in the Service Schedule, after reaching 120,000 km/6 years, must be cyclically repeated starting from the first
interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of kilometres20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
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Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check quick tyre repair kit recharge
conditions/expiry date (if provided)
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Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.)
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Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)●●●●●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions●●●●●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine
management systems operation, emissions and, for
versions/markets, where provided, engine oil degradation
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Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)
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Check windscreen and rear window wiper blade
position/wear●●●●●
Check operation of the windscreen washer system and
adjust the jets, if necessary●●●●●
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.177
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Check the cleanliness of the bonnet and luggage
compartment locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkages●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front and rear disc
brake pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without
automatic tensioner)●●
Visually inspect condition of toothed timing drive belt
(excluding 1.3 Multijet 16V version)●●
Check drive transmission idler unit (PTU) oil level (except
2.0 Multijet 4x4 versions)●●
Check oil level of electro-hydraulic actuator and top up, if
necessary (1.6 Multijet versions with dual-clutch automatic
transmission)(2)
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Check rear differential fluid level (2.0 Multijet 4x4 versions)●●
Change the engine oil and replace the oil filter(3)
Replace the accessory drive belt(s)(4)
(2) Check to be carried out every year for cars on the road in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).
(3) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the car usage conditions and is signalled by the
warning light or message on the instrument panel. In any case, it must never exceed 2 years. If the car is mainly used in towns and cities,
change the engine oil and filter every year.
(4) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum distance 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance
travelled. Dusty areas and/or heavy conditions (cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling): the recommended maximum distance is
60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years, regardless of distance travelled.
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Thousands of miles 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120

PERIODIC CHECKS
Every1,000km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
DEMANDING USE OF THE
CAR
If the car is used mainly under one of
the following conditions:
law enforcement (or security service),
taxi service;
towing a trailer or caravan;
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Service Schedule:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and
rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CHECKING LEVELS
169) 170)
73)
1.4 Turbo MultiAir versions
A - Engine oil level dipstick-B-Engine oil Cap/Filler-C-Engine coolant-D-Windscreen/rear window washer - E - Brake
fluid-F-Battery
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ENGINE OIL
171)
74)
Check the oil level a few minutes (about
5) after the engine has stopped, with
the vehicle parked on level ground.
Check that the oil level is between the
MIN and MAX references on the
dipstick A.
If the oil level is near or under the MIN
reference, add oil through the filler B
until it reaches the MAX reference.
Take out the engine oil dipstick A, clean
it with a lint-free cloth and reinsert it.
Extract it again and check that the level
is between the MIN and MAX marks on
the dipstick.
Engine oil consumption
75)
4)
The maximum engine oil consumption
is usually 400 grams every 1,000 km.
When the vehicle is new, the engine
needs to be run in; therefore the engine
oil consumption can only be considered
stabilised after the first 5,000 -
6,000 km.
IMPORTANT After adding or changing
the oil, let the engine turn over for a fewseconds and wait a few minutes after
turning it off before you check the level.
ENGINE COOLANT
172)
76)
If the level is too low, unscrew the cap
of reservoir C and add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
173) 174)
If the level is too low, lift reservoir cap D
and add the fluid described in the
chapter "Technical Specifications".
IMPORTANT The headlight washer
system (present) will not operate when
the fluid level is low, even though the
windscreen/rear window washer
continues to operate.
BRAKE FLUID
175) 176)
77)
Check that the fluid is at the max. level.
If the fluid level in the reservoir is too
low, undo reservoir cap E and add the
fluid described in the chapter "Technical
Specifications".
IMPORTANT Carefully clean the cap of
the reservoir and the surrounding
surface. Take great care to ensure that
impurities do not enter the reservoir
when the cap is opened.
For topping-up, always use a funnel
with integrated filter with mesh equal to
or lower than 0.12 mm.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid is hygroscopic
(i.e. it absorbs moisture). For this
reason, if the vehicle is mainly used in
areas with a high degree of
atmospheric humidity, the fluid should
be replaced at more frequent intervals
than specified in the "Scheduled
Servicing Plan".
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION / TWIN
CLUTCH AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
ACTUATION SYSTEM OIL
5)
The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at a Fiat Dealership.
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BATTERY
177) 178) 179)
78)
6)
The battery does not require the
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled
water.
A periodic check carried out at a Fiat
Dealership is, however, necessary to
check efficiency.
Replacing the battery
If necessary, replace the battery with
another original battery with the same
specifications. Follow the battery
Manufacturer’s instructions for
maintenance.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
Useful advice for extending the life
of your battery
To avoid draining your battery and
make it last longer, observe the
following instructions:
when you park the vehicle, ensure
that the doors, tailgate and bonnet are
closed properly, to prevent any lights
from remaining on inside the passenger
compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the
vehicle: the vehicle is however
equipped with a system which switches
all interior lights off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,
hazard warning lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running;
before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery cable.
If, after purchasing the vehicle, you wish
to install electrical accessories which
require permanent electrical supply (e.g.
alarm, etc.) or accessories which
influence the electrical supply
requirements, contact a Fiat Dealership,
whose qualified staff will evaluate the
overall electrical consumption.
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IMPORTANT After the battery is
disconnected, the steering must be
initialised. The
warning light on the
instrument panel (or symbol on the
display) switches on to indicate this. To
carry out this procedure, simply turn the
steering wheel all the way from one end
to the other or drive in a straight line for
about a hundred metres.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing itscapacity and efficiency at start-up. The
battery is also more prone to the risk of
freezing (at temperatures of -10°C).
Refer to the "Vehicle inactivity"
paragraph in "Starting and driving"
chapter if the vehicle is left parked for a
long time.
WARNING
169)Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of
fire.
170)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine is
hot: you may get burned.
171)If the engine oil is being topped up,
wait for the engine to cool down before
loosening the filler cap, particularly for
vehicles with aluminium cap (where
provided). WARNING: risk of burns!
172)The cooling system is pressurised. If
the cap needs replacing, do so with
another original or the effectiveness of the
system may be compromised. Do not
remove the reservoir plug when the engine
is hot: you risk scalding yourself.
173)Do not travel if the windscreen
washer reservoir is empty: using the
windscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Repeated operation of
the system without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some system
components.
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connect the positive cable (+) of the
battery charger to the positive battery
terminal E and the negative cable (–) to
sensor terminal D as shown;
turn on the battery charger. At the
end of the charging process, switch the
battery charger off;
after having disconnected the
charging device, reconnect connector A
to the sensor C as shown.
SERVICING
PROCEDURES
80) 81) 82)
The following pages contain the rules
on therequiredmaintenance
envisaged by the technical personnel
who designed the vehicle.
In addition to these specific
maintenance instructions specified for
routine scheduled servicing, there are
other components which may require
intervention or replacements over the
vehicle’s life cycle.
ENGINE OIL
83)
Engine oil level check
To ensure correct engine lubrication, the
oil must always be kept at the
prescribed level (see "Engine
compartment" in this chapter).
AIR CLEANER
180)
Replacing the air cleaner
See the "Scheduled servicing plan" for
the correct servicing intervals.
It is advisable to replace it with a
genuine spare part, designed especially
for this vehicle.
AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
84) 85)
To ensure the best possible
performance, the air conditioning
system must be checked and undergo
maintenance at a Fiat Dealership at the
beginning of the summer.
WINDOWS
When cleaning the heated windscreen
and rear window be careful, if the
defrosting function is active, regarding
the temperature of the glass; also make
sure that children do not come into
contact with the heated surface. The
glass may be hot.
Never use an abrasive detergent to
clean the surface of the windows.
Do not use scrapers or sharp items that
might scratch the windows.
Spray the detergent on the cloth to be
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used for cleaning the rear view mirror.
Do not spray the detergent directly on
the glass.
Cleaning the window with hot water
could cause the removal of any labels.
WINDSCREEN / REAR
WINDOW WIPERS
Raising the windscreen wipers
If you need to lift the windscreen wiper
blades (e.g. in case of snow or when
they need to be replaced), you need to
activate the "Service Position" function
(see paragraph "Windscreen/Rear
window wiper" in the "Knowing your
vehicle" chapter).
To lower the blades, set the ignition
device to MAR-ON.
IMPORTANT Place the blades back in
contact with the windscreen before
activating the windscreen wiper again
and/or setting the ignition device to
MAR-ON.
Replacing the windscreen wiper
blades
Proceed as follows:
raise the wiper arm, press button A
fig. 162 of the attachment spring and
remove the blade from the arm;
fit the new blade, inserting the tab in
the dedicated housing in the arm and
checking that it is locked;
lower the wiper arm on the
windscreen.
IMPORTANT Do not operate the
windscreen wiper with the blades lifted
from the windscreen.
Replacing the rear window wiper
blade
Proceed as follows:
widen the two tabs as shown by the
arrows and rotate cover A
fig. 163 outwards;
undo nut B and remove arm C from
the central pin;
correctly align the new arm;
fully tighten nut B and then refit
cover A.
IMPORTANT Do not operate the rear
window wiper with the blade lifted from
the rear window.
NOZZLES
Windscreen washer
The window washer nozzles are fixed. If
there is no jet of fluid, firstly check that
there is fluid in the reservoir (see
paragraph “Engine compartment” in
this chapter). Then check that the
nozzle holes are not clogged; use a
needle to unblock them if necessary.
IMPORTANT In versions with sun roof,
make sure that the roof is closed before
operating the windscreen washer
nozzles.
Rear window washer
The rear window washer nozzle is fixed.
The jet nozzle is located at the side of
the third brake light.
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If the navigation system is installed in
the radio, accessing the
Uconnect™LIVEservices enables use
of the TomTom "LIVE" services. Further
information about the "LIVE" functions
is available in the dedicated chapter.
eco:Drive™
Theeco:Drive™application allows you
to display your driving behaviour in real
time, in order to help you reach a more
efficient driving style as far as
consumption and emissions are
concerned.
In addition, the data can be saved on a
USB device or through theApp
Uconnect™LIVE; the analysis can be
carried out on your personal computer
thanks to theeco:Drive™desktop
application, available on www.fiat.it or
www.driveuconnect.eu
Evaluation of the driving style is
dependent on four indices that monitor
the following parameters:
Acceleration
Deceleration
Gearbox
Speed
eco:Drive™ DISPLAYING
Press theeco:Drive™button to use
the function
A screen will be displayed on the radio,
showing the 4 indices described above.These indices are grey until the system
has enough data to evaluate the driving
style.
Once sufficient data is available, the
indices will have 5 colours depending
on the evaluation: dark green (very
good), light green, yellow, orange and
red (very bad).
"Current route index" refers to the
entire value calculated in real time
based on the average of the described
indices. It represents eco-friendliness of
the driving style: from 0 (low) to 100
(high).
In the event of extended inactivity the
display will show the average of the
indices until that moment (the "Average
index"), then the indices will be
coloured again in real time as soon as
the vehicle is restarted.
To check the data average of previous
route (the "route" starts when the
ignition key is turned to MAR and stops
when it is turned to STOP), select the "
Previous route" button.
The details of the previous trip can also
be displayed by pressing the "Details"
button, in which journey duration (time
and mileage) and average speed will be
reported.
TRIP DATA STORAGE
AND TRANSFER
The trip data can be stored in the
system memory and transferred
through a properly configured USB
memory stick or theApp
Uconnect™LIVE. This allows you to
display the history of the collected data,
showing the complete analysis of the
trip data and of your driving style.
Further information is available at
www.driveuconnect.eu
IMPORTANT Do not remove the USB
memory stick nor unpair the
smartphone and theApp
Uconnect™LIVEbefore the system
has downloaded the data, since these
could be lost. During the transfer of
data to the devices, messages may
appear on the radio display to guide the
user correctly through the operation;
follow these instructions. These
messages are only displayed with the
ignition key at STOP and when a delay
in the system switching off is set. The
data are automatically transferred to the
devices when the engine is switched
off. The data transferred are deleted
from the system memory. You can
choose to store the trip data or not, by
pressing the "Settings" button and by
setting the storage activation and the
USB or Cloud transfer mode.
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INDEX
ABS (system)...............71
Active safety systems...........71
Adaptive Cruise Control........125
Airbag
Front airbags.............103
Airbags
Side bags...............107
Airbags (SRS supplementary
restraint system)...........103
Alarm.....................14
Automatic dual zone climate
control system.............35
Automatic light control (AUTO
function).................24
Automatic main beam headlights . . .26
Automatic transmission.........116
Battery..................188
advice for extending its life.....188
replacement..............188
Battery recharging............190
Blind Spot Assist (system)........75
Bodywork (cleaning and
maintenance).............196
Bonnet....................40
Boot.....................41
Boot (extension)..............20
Brakes
brake fluid level............187Bulbs
types of bulbs............144
Carrying children safely.........90
Changes/alterations to the car......4
Changing a wheel............155
Checking levels..............181
Child restraint systems..........90
Child safety device............17
Climate control system..........33
CO2 emissions..............224
Control buttons..............46
Control panel and on-board
instruments...............44
Daytime running lights (DRL)......25
Dead Lock (device)............17
Dimensions................208
Dipped beam headlights.........25
Dipped/main beam headlights
(bulb replacement)..........146
Direction indicators............27
Display....................46
Doors.....................15
Drive mode/Mood Selector.....130
Driving assistance systems.......75
DST (system)................73
DTC (system)................71
Electric Parking Brake (EPB).....112
Electric sun roof..............38
Electric windows..............37
Electrically adjustable front seats....19
Electronic Cruise Control........124
Emergency starting...........162
Engine...................201
engine coolant level.........187
marking................200
Engine compartment..........181
Engine compartment (washing). . . .196
Engine oil
consumption.............187
level check..............187
EPB (Electric Parking Brake).....112
ERM (system)................73
ESC (system)................71
Exterior lights................24
Fiat Code (system)............14
Fix&Go automatic kit..........159
Fluids and lubricants..........217
Fog lights..................25
Fog lights (bulb replacement).....147
Follow Me Home.............25
Front roof light...............28