Oil FIAT FREEMONT 2015 1.G User Guide
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DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Driving through water more than a few centimeters
deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and
prevent damage to your vehicle.
FLOWING/RISING WATER
WARNING!
Do not drive on, or cross, a road or a
path w
here water is flowing and/or rising
(as in storm run-off ). Flowing water can wear
away the road or path's surface and cause your
vehicle to sink into deeper water. Furthermore,
flowing and/or rising water can carry your vehicle
away swiftly. Failure to follow this warning may
result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you,
your passengers, and others around you.
Shallow Standing Water
Although your vehicle is capable of driving through
shallow standing water, consider the following Caution
and Warning before doing so.
• Always check the depth of the standing
water before driving through it . Never
drive through standing water that is
deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted
on the vehicle.
• Determine the condition of the road or the path
that is under water and if there are any obstacles
in the way before driving through the standing
water.
• Do not exceed 8 km/h when driving through
standing water.This will minimize wave effects.
• Driving through standing water may cause
damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain components.
Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine
oil, transmission, axle, etc .) for signs of contami-
nation (i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appear-
ance) after driving through standing water. Do not
continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid ap-
pears contaminated, as this may result in further
damage. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out , and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure
that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any
time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the
vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a
properly calibrated torque wrench.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **LugNut/BoltSize Lug
Nut/ Bolt
Socket Size
135 N·m M12 x 1.25 19 mm
**Use only FIAT recommended lug nuts/bolts and clean
or remove any dirt or oil before tightening. Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting
the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles.
(fig. 168)
(fig. 168)
Wheel Mounting Surface
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WARNING! (Continued)
• Take care not to allow the contents of Tire
Service Kit to come in contact with hair, eyes, or
clothing. Tire Service Kit is harmful if inhaled,
swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. It
causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush
immediately with plenty of water if there is any
contact with eyes or skin. Change clothing as
soon as possible, if there is any contact with
clothing.
• Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex.
In case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a
physician immediately. Keep Tire Service Kit out
of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth
immediately with plenty of water and drink
plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult
a physician immediately.
SEALING A TIRE WITH TIRE SERVICE KIT
(A) Whenever You Stop To Use Tire Service
Kit:
1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers.
2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the
ground. This will allow the Tire Service Kit Hoses (6) and (7) to reach the valve stem and keep the Tire
Service Kit flat on the ground. This will provide the
best positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant
into the deflated tire and running the air pump.
Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve
stem in this position before proceeding.
3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or in Gear (manual transmission) and turn Off the
ignition.
4. Set the parking brake.
(B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit:
1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the Sealant Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.
3. Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire.
4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto
the valve stem.
5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet.
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(E) After Driving:
Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You
Stop to Use Tire Service Kit” before continuing.
1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Air Modeposition.
2. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicle's 12 Volt power outlet.
3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the
valve stem.
4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pres- sure Gauge (3).
If tire pressure is less than 1.3 Bar, the tire is too
badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle
further. Call for assistance.
If the tire pressure is 1.3 bar or higher:
1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on Tire Service Kit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on
the tire and loading information label on the driver-
side door opening. NOTE:
If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the
Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the
recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
2. Disconnect the Tire Service Kit from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug
from 12 Volt outlet.
3. Place the Tire Service Kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle.
4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or
tire service center.
5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos-
sible. Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle and Hose Replace-
ment.”
NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the
authorized dealer or service center that the tire has
been sealed using the Tire Service Kit.
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(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:
1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color).
2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button inthe recessed area under the sealant bottle.
3. Press the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and
dispose of it accordingly.
4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit housing.
5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in
the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the
housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the
bottle is locked into place.
6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to
its storage area (located on the bottom of the air
pump).
7. Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage location in the vehicle.REPLACEMENT BULBS
All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base.
Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not
be used for replacement.
LIGHT BULBS – Interior Bulb Number
Courtesy/Reading Lamps (Incandescent).......578
Courtesy/Reading Lamps (Optional LED) ......LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Glove Box Lamp ........................194
Cargo Lamp ...........................579
Optional Door Map Pocket/Cupholder .......LED
(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
NOTE: For lighted switches, see your authorized
dealer for replacement instructions.
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2.Rotate the applicable bulb and connector assembly ¼
turn counterclockwise and remove the assembly
from the headlamp housing.
(fig. 183)
3. Disconnect the bulb from the harness connector and then connect the replacement bulb.
Do not touch the new bulb with your
fingers. Oil contamination will severely
shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in
contact with any oily surface, clean the bulb with
rubbing alcohol. 4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the
headlamp housing and rotate it ¼ turn clockwise to
lock it in place.
FRONT FOG LAMP
NOTE: Turn the steering wheel to the right if replac-
ing the left front fog lamp or to the left if replacing the
right front fog lamp to allow for easier access to the
front of the wheel well.
1. Remove the fasteners retaining the front lower wheel well access panel and remove the access
panel.
2. Remove the electrical connector from the fog lamp housing. (fig. 184)
(fig. 183)
1 — Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb
2 — Low Beam Headlamp Bulb
3 — Front Position Bulb
4 — High Beam Headlamp Bulb
(fig. 184)
Front Fog Lamp Electrical Connector
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3. Firmly grasp the bulb by the two side latches andsqueeze them together to unlock the bulb from the
back of the front fog lamp housing.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from the keyed opening in the housing.
5. Align the index tabs of the replacement front fog lamp bulb with the slots in the collar of the bulb
opening on the back of the front fog lamp housing.
Do not touch the new bulb with your
fingers. Oil contamination will severely
shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in
contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with
rubbing alcohol.
6. Insert bulb into the lamp housing until the index tabs are engaged in the slots of the collar.
7. Firmly and evenly push the bulb straight into the lamp housing until both side latches lock firmly into
place.
REAR FOG LAMP
1. Reach behind the bumper above the bumper rein- forcement and press the release tabs on the fog
lamp housing. (fig. 185)
2. Separate the fog lamp housing from the bumper fascia. 3. Disconnect the electrical harness connector.
(fig. 186)
(fig. 185)
Release Tabs
(fig. 186)Electrical Connector
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SERVICING AND CARE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – GASOLINE
ENGINE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this
manual must be done at the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent
maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe
operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very
short trip driving. Inspection and service should also be
done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it
is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled mainte-
nance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.NOTE:
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The oil change indicator message will not
monitor the time since the last oil change.
Change your vehicles oil if it has been 1 year
since your last oil change even if the oil change
indicator message is NOT illuminated.
• Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 15,000 km or 1 year, which-
ever comes first.
• Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular
wear.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indica-
tor message after completing the scheduled oil change.
Failure to perform the required mainte-
nance items may result in damage to the
vehicle.
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Thousands Of Kilometers 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150Years 1 2 3 4 5678910
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary, check TIREKIT expiration date (if
provided). ••••••••••
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
luggage compartment, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning
lights, etc.). ••••••••••
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
(brakes/hydraulic clutch, windshield washer,
battery, engine coolant, etc.). ••••••••••
Check exhaust gas emissions/smokiness. • • • • ••••••
Using diagnosis socket, check operation of engine
management systems, emissions and (where
provided) engine oil deterioration. ••••••••••
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade
position/wear. •••••
Check operation of windshield washer system
and adjust jets if necessary. •••••
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate locks and
cleanliness and lubrication of linkages. •••••
Check the parking brake lever stroke and adjust
it, if necessary. (Manual Transmission Only) ••••••••••
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Thousands Of Kilometers 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150Years 1 2 3 4 5678910
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust
- fuel system - brakes), rubber elements (boots,
sleeves, bushes, etc.). ••••••••••
Check the front suspension, tie rods, CV joints
and replace if necessary •••••
Visually check the condition and wear of the
front disc brake pads. ••••••••••
Visually check the condition and wear of the rear
disc brake pads. ••••••••••
Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive
belt(s). ••
Replace auxiliary drive belt(s). (##) •
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. •
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (*).
Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter(s). (***) •
Replace spark plugs (2.4L engine). (**) • • • • •
Replace spark plugs (3.6L engine). (**) •
Replace air cleaner cartridge. (#) • • • • •
Change brake fluid. • • • • •
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