engine FIAT 500X 2017 Owner handbook (in English)

148)The space-saver wheel cannot be
fitted with snow chains. If a front (drive) tyre
is punctured and chains are needed, use a
standard wheel from the rear axle and
install the space-saver wheel on the rear
axle. In this way, with two normal drive
wheels at the front axle, it is possible to
use snow chains (this instruction is also
valid for 4x4 versions).
149)Never tamper with the inflation valve.
Never introduce tools of any kind between
the rim and the tyre. Check tyre and
space-saver wheel pressures regularly,
complying with the values given in the
"Technical specifications" chapter.150)The jack is a tool developed and
designed only for changing a wheel, if a
tyre gets punctured or damaged, on the
vehicle with which it is supplied or on other
vehicles of the same model. Any other use,
e.g. to jack up other vehicle models or
different things, is strictly prohibited. Never
use it to carry out maintenance or repairs
under the vehicle or to change
summer/winter wheels and vice versa: we
advise you to contact a Fiat Dealership.
Never go under the raised vehicle: use it
only in the positions indicated. Do not use
the jack for loads higher than the one
shown on its label. Never start the engine
with car raised. If the car is raised more
than necessary, everything can become
more unstable, with the risk of the car
dropping violently. Thus, lift the car only as
needed in order to access the space-saver
spare wheel.
151)When turning the jack handle make
sure that it can turn freely without scraping
your hand against the ground. The moving
components of the jack ("worm screw" and
joints) can also cause injuries: do not touch
them. If you come into contact with
lubricating grease, clean yourself
thoroughly.FIX&GO AUTOMATIC
KIT
(where provided)
DESCRIPTION
153) 154) 155) 156) 157) 158) 159)
68)
3)
The Fix&Go automatic kit fig. 137 is
located in the boot, inside a dedicated
container. The container is also
equipped with a screwdriver, the tow
hook and the refuelling adaptor.
To access the Fix&Go automatic kit,
open the tailgate, position the
reconfigurable load platform in an
inclined position and lift the carpet. For
more detailed information, refer to
previous paragraph "Changing a
wheel".
The Fix&Go automatic kit also includes:
bottle A containing sealant and fitted
with: filling tube B and adhesive label C
with the wording “Max. 80 km/h” to be
placed in a clearly visible position (e.g.
on the dashboard) after repairing the
tyre;
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a compressor D complete with
pressure gauge and connectors;
an instruction leaflet, to refer to for
prompt and correct use and that must
be then given to the personnel dealing
with the tyre treated with sealant;
a pair of gloves located in the side
compartment of the compressor;
some adaptors, for inflating different
elements.
IMPORTANT The sealing fluid is
effective with external temperatures of
between –20°C and +50°C. The sealing
fluid has an expiry date.
TYRE REPAIRING AND
PRESSURE RESTORING
PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
place the car in a safe and suitable
area, engaging the parking brake. Take
the kit from the specific compartment.Remove the speed limit sticker and
apply it in a clearly visible position. Wear
the protective gloves provided. Remove
the valve cap of the punctured tyre and
connect and firmly tighten the
transparent tube of the sealant
Afig. 138 and tighten nut B on the tyre
valve;
ensure that the ON-OFF button A
fig. 139 is in the0(off) position. Ifprovided, open the compressor cover,
insert the electrical connector in the
car’s 12V socket and start the car
engine;
activate the compressor moving
"ON-OFF" button toI(ON) position.
When the pressure gauge B
fig. 139 shows the required pressure for
the car (see “Wheels” paragraph in the
“Technical data” chapter), switch off the
compressor moving "ON-OFF" button
to0(off) position. If after 5 minutes from
starting the compressor, the pressure
gauge indicates a pressure lower than
1.8 bar / 26 psi, switch off the
compressor, disconnect the sealant
tube from the tyre valve, re-screw the
valve cap and move the car about
10 meters to allow the sealing fluid to
distribute in the tyre. Stop the car safely
and repeat the operation above until the
required pressure is reached. If after
other 5 min. after running the
compressor the pressure gauge still
indicates a pressure lower than 1.8 bar
/ 26 psi, the TYRE IS TOO DAMAGED
AND CANNOT BE REPAIRED. Remove
and place the kit in the specific
compartment and contact a Fiat
Dealership;
if the required pressure is reached,
restart driving. Do not exceed 80 km/h.
Avoid sudden acceleration or braking.
After driving for about 8 km (or
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EMERGENCY
STARTING
69)
If the battery is flat, a jump starting can
be performed using the battery and the
cables of another vehicle, or using an
auxiliary battery. In all cases, the battery
used must have a capacity equal to or
a little higher than the flat one.
IMPORTANT
Do not use an auxiliary battery or any
other source of external supply with a
voltage above 12 V: the battery, the
starter, the alternator and the electrical
system of the vehicle could be
damaged.
Do not attempt jump starting if the
battery is frozen. The battery could
break and explode!
JUMP STARTING
The vehicle battery is located in the
engine compartment, behind the left
light cluster.
161) 162) 163) 164)
IMPORTANT The positive terminal (+) of
the battery is shielded by a protective
element. Raise it to access the terminal.
Proceed as follows:
operate the parking brake, move the
lever to P (Park), for versions equipped
with automatic transmission, or neutral,
for versions with manual gearbox, then
set the ignition device to STOP;
switch off all the other electrical
appliances in the vehicle;
should you be using the battery of
another vehicle, park the other vehicle
within the range of the cables used for
the connection, operate the parking
brake and ensure that its ignition is off.
IMPORTANT If the procedure below is
carried out incorrectly, it can cause
severe injury to people or damage the
recharging system of one or both
vehicles. Carefully follow the
instructions given below.
Cable connection
70)
Proceed as follows to carry out bump
starting fig. 140:
connect one end of the cable used
for positive (+) to the positive terminal
(+) of the vehicle with flat battery;
connect the other end of the cable
used for positive (+) to the positive
terminal (+) of the auxiliary battery;
connect one end of the cable used
for negative (–) to the negative terminal
(–) of the auxiliary battery;
Connect the other end of the cable
used for negative (–) to an engine earth
(a visible metal part of the engine or
gearbox/transmission of the vehicle
with flat battery) away from the battery
and the fuel injection system;
start the vehicle engine with the
auxiliary battery, let it run for a few
minutes at idling. Start the engine of the
vehicle with flat battery.
Cable disconnection.
Once the engine is started, remove the
leads, reversing the order above.
If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, do not persist but contact a
Fiat Dealership.
If it is often necessary to perform an
emergency starting, have the vehicle
battery and the recharging system
checked by a Fiat Dealership.
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IMPORTANT Any accessories (e.g.
mobile phones, etc.) connected to the
vehicle power sockets, draw current
even if they are not used. These
devices, if left connected too much time
with engine off, may cause the battery
to drain with following reduction of its
life and/or failure to start the engine.
WARNING
161)Before opening the bonnet, make
sure that the engine is off and that the
ignition key is in the STOP position. Follow
the indications on the plate underneath the
bonnet. We recommend that you remove
the key from the ignition if other people
remain in the vehicle. The vehicle should
always be left after the key has been
removed or turned to the STOP position.
During refuelling, make sure that the engine
is off (and that the ignition key is in the
STOP position).
162)Do not get too close to the radiator
cooling fan: the electric fan may start;
danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other
loose clothing might be pulled by moving
parts.
163)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
164)The batteries contain acid that can
burn skin or eyes. Batteries produce
hydrogen, which is easily flammable and
explosive. Therefore, keep away flames or
devices which may cause sparks.
IMPORTANT
69)Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
70)Do not connect the cable to the
negative terminal (–) of the flat battery. The
following spark could lead to battery
explosion and cause serious harm. Only
use the specific earth point; do not use any
other exposed metallic part.
FUEL CUT-OFF
SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:
the interruption of the fuel supply
with the engine consequently switching
off;
the automatic unlocking of the
doors;
turning on of the lights inside the
vehicle;
deactivation of climate control
system ventilation;
switching on of the hazard warning
lights (to deactivate the lights press the
button on the dashboard).
On some versions, the intervention of
the system is indicated by a message
shown on the display. In the same way,
a dedicated message on the display
warns the driver if system operation is
compromised.
IMPORTANT Carefully check the vehicle
for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the vehicle or near
the tank area. After a collision, bring the
ignition device to STOP to prevent the
battery from running down.
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FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
RESET
165)
To restore correct operation of the car,
carry out the following procedure (this
procedure must be started and
completed within less than 1 minute):
with direction indicator lever in
neutral position, turn the ignition device
to STOP;
turn the ignition device to MAR;
activate the right direction indicator
and then the left one;
activate the right direction indicator
and then the left one again;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
turn the ignition device to STOP and
then to MAR.
WARNING
165)If, after an impact, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do not
reactivate the system to avoid the risk of
fire.
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION -
LEVER UNLOCK
In the event of a fault, to move the gear
lever from P (Park), proceed as follows:
stop the engine;
engage the electric parking brake;
working carefully in the point
indicated by the arrow, remove the trim
A fig. 141 (complete with gaiter) lifting it
upwards (see also fig. 142 );
fully depress the brake pedal and
hold it down;
insert the screwdriver supplied
perpendicularly in hole B fig. 143 and
adjust the release lever;
place the gear lever in N (Neutral)
position;
refit the gear lever gaiter and trim
correctly;
start the engine.
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IMPORTANT
71)It is advisable to contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the refitting procedure
carried out. If you would like to proceed
autonomously, special attention must be
paid to the correct coupling of the retaining
clips. Otherwise, noise might be heard due
to an incorrect fastening of the lower cover
with the upper cover.
DUAL CLUTCH
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION -
LEVER UNLOCK
In case of failure or flat battery, to
unlock the gear lever, proceed as
follows:
stop the engine;
engage the electric parking brake;
working carefully in the point
indicated by the arrow, remove the trim
A fig. 147 (complete with gaiter) lifting it
upwards (see also fig. 148 );
fully depress the brake pedal and
hold it down;
insert the screwdriver supplied
perpendicularly in hole B fig. 149 and
adjust the release lever;
place the gear lever in N (Neutral)
position;
refit the gear lever gaiter and trim
correctly;
start the engine.
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167)The brake servo and the
electromechanical power steering will not
work while the vehicle is being towed. You
will therefore need to apply more force on
the brake pedal and steering wheel. Do not
use flexible ropes when towing, and avoid
jerky movements. During towing, make
sure that the trailer hitch does not damage
any components it is touching. When
towing the car, you must comply with all
specific traffic regulations and adopt an
appropriate driving behaviour. Do not start
the engine while towing the car. Before
tightening the ring, clean the threaded
housing thoroughly. Make sure that the ring
is fully screwed into the housing before
towing the car.
168)The front and rear tow hooks should
be used only for emergencies on the road.
You are allowed to tow the vehicle for short
distances using an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway code (a rigid
bar), to move the vehicle on the road in
readiness for towing or transport via a
breakdown vehicle. Tow hooks MUST NOT
be used to tow vehicles off the road or
where there are obstacles and/or for
towing operations using cables or other
non-rigid devices. In compliance with the
above conditions, towing must take place
with the two vehicles (one towing, the other
towed) aligned as much as possible along
the same centre line.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the vehicle to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING.......171
ENGINE COMPARTMENT......181
BATTERY RECHARGING.......190
SERVICING PROCEDURES.....191
LIFTING THE VEHICLE.........194
WHEELS AND TYRES.........194
BODYWORK...............196
INTERIORS................197
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SERVICE SCHEDULE (1.4 Turbo Multi Air and 2.4 Tigershark versions)
The checks listed in the Service Schedule, after reaching 120,000 km/8 years, must be cyclically repeated starting from the first
interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of kilometres15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check quick tyre repair kit recharge
conditions/expiry date (if provided)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)●●●●●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions●●●●●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check the operation of the
engine management systems, emissions and, for
versions/markets where provided, engine oil degradation
●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)
●●●●●
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.
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Thousands of miles9 182736455463728190

Thousands of kilometres15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
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 conditions of toothed timing drive belt
(1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions only)●
Check drive transmission idler unit (PTU) oil level
(4x4 versions)●●
Check rear differential fluid level (4x4 versions)●●
Check oil level of electro-hydraulic actuator and top up, if
necessary (1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions with dual-clutch
automatic transmission)(2)
●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (1.4 Turbo Multi Air
versions)(3) (O) (●)●●●●●
Change engine oil and oil filter (2.4 Tigershark versions)(4)●●●●●●●●●●
(2) Check to be carried out every year for cars on the road in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).
(3) If the car's annual mileage is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and filter must be replaced every year.
(O) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
(4) The engine oil and oil filter must be replaced when the warning light on the instrument panel switches on or, in any case, every year.
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Thousands of miles 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90