air filter FIAT FREEMONT 2016 1.G User Guide

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L DIESEL
(fig. 199)
(fig. 199)
1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir
2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Power Distribution Center (Fuses)
3 — Engine Oil Fill 7 — Air Cleaner Filter
4 — Engine Oil Dipstick 8 — Washer Fluid Reservoir
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Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to
the environment. Contact your authorized dealer, ser-
vice station or governmental agency for advice on how
and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded
in your area.
ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses ,

etc .) can provide a measure of
protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not
remove the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc .) unless such removal is necessary for
repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc .) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service.
MAINTENANCE-FREE BATTERY
You will never have to add water, and periodic mainte-
nance is not required.
NOTE:
The battery is stored in a compartment that is
located behind the left front fender and is accessible
through the wheel well. The wheel and tire assemble
do not need to be removed to access the compart-
ment. Remote battery terminals are located in the
engine compartment for jump-starting.
To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to
the right and remove the access panel from the inner
fender shield.
WARNING!
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solu-
t i

on and can burn or even blind you. Do
not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin,
or clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on
skin, flush the area immediately with large
amounts of water.
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Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
However, the manufacturer recommends that air con-
ditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or
other service facilities using recovery and recycling
equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
A/C AIR FILTER
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Car maintenance should be done at a
FIAT Dealership. For routine and minor
maintenance operations you wish to
carry out yourself, we do recommend you have
the proper equipment , genuine FIAT spare parts
and the necessary fluids; do not however carry out
these operations if you have no experience.
WARNING!
Do not remove the A/C air filter while
th e

blower is operating or personal in-
jury may result .
The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind
the glove box. Perform the following steps to replace
the filter:
1. Open the glove box and remove all contents.
2. Push the retaining tab on each side of the glove box inward while gently pulling the glove box door
outward until both tabs clear the door opening in
the instrument panel. (fig. 200)
3. Pivot the glove box downward.
(fig. 200) Glove Box Removal
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4. Disengage the two retaining tabs that secure thefilter cover to the HVAC housing and remove the
cover. (fig. 201)
5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing.
6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor. When installing the filter
cover, make sure the retaining tabs fully engage the
cover.The A/C air filter is identified with an
arrow to indicate airflow direction
through the filter. Failure to install the
filter properly will result in the need to replace it
more often.
7. Reinstall the glove box door. Make sure that the hinges are seated fully as you raise the door. Other-
wise, the door latch will not align properly.
BODY LUBRICATION
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be
lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease to
assure quiet, easy operation and to protect against rust
and wear. Prior to the application of any lubricant, the
parts concerned should be wiped clean to remove dust
and grit; after lubricating excess oil and grease should
be removed. Particular attention should also be given
to hood latching components to ensure proper func-
tion. When performing other underhood services, the
hood latch, release mechanism and safety catch should
be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice
a year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant directly into the lock
cylinder.
(fig. 201) A/C Air Filter Replacement
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WARNING! (Continued)
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that
has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the
master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all
times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs
moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling
point . This may cause it to boil unexpectedly
during hard or prolonged braking, resulting in
sudden brake failure. This could result in a acci-
dent .
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result
in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should
be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to con-
taminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components
could be damaged, causing partial or complete
brake failure.This could result in an accident . AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (for
versions/markets, where provided)
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life.
Use only the manufacturer’s specified transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”
in “Technical Specifications” for fluid specifications. It is
important to maintain the transmission fluid at the
correct level using the recommended fluid. No chemi-
cal flushes should be used in any transmission; only the
approved lubricant should be used.
Using a transmission fluid other than the
manufacturer ’s recommended fluid may
cause deterioration in transmission shift
quality and/or torque converter shudder, and will
require more frequent fluid and filter changes.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
"Technical Specifications" for fluid specifica-
tions.
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About Your Brakes..................... .140, 242
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . .........141, 278
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . ............347
Adding Fuel ............................. .190
Adding Washer Fluid . . . .................... .343
Additives, Fuel . .......................... .380
Airbag................................ .205
Air Bag Advance Front Air Bag . ................205, 206
Air Bag Components . ................... .205
Air bag Operation ...................... .207
Air Bag Warning Light . ................... .213
Enhanced Accident Response . . . . ............212
Event Data Recorder (EDR) . . . . . ............215
FrontAirBag ......................... .205
If A Deployment Occurs . . . . . . .............211
Knee Impact Bolsters . . . . . . . . .............207
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............214
Side Air Bags . . . . . . . . .................. .208
Air bag Light ..................... .213, 235, 273
Air bag Maintenance ....................... .214
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) ......338
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . ...........339
Air Conditioning Filter . . . .................90, 340
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . ..........89, 91
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone . . . . . . . . .........76, 86
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . ............339, 340
Air Conditioning System . ................... .339
Air Pressure, Tires ..................... .275, 370
Alarm (Security Alarm) ................... .16, 278
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...............16, 18All Wheel Drive (AWD)
.................... .255
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle .................5
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............346, 347, 384
Disposal ............................ .348
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................141
Anti-Lock War

ning Light ..............141, 143, 278
Arming System (Security Alarm) .................16
Auto Down Power Windows ..................128
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................66
Automatic Door Locks ..................... .121
Automatic Headlights ........................92
Automatic Oil Change Indicator .................28
Automatic Transmission ................. .246, 351
Adding Fluid .......................... .352
Autostick ............................ .254
Fluid and Filter Changes .................. .354
Fluid Level Check ...................... .352
Gear Ranges .......................... .249
Autostick .............................. .254
Auto Unlock, Doors ....................... .121
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) .........112
Auxiliary Power Outlet ..................... .112
Back-Up Lights ........................... .305
Battery ................................ .338
Gas Caution .......................... .339
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) .........14
Location ............................ .338
Belts, Seat .............................. .234
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................341
B-Pillar Location .......................... .366
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Flooded, Starting . . ..................... .239
Fuel Requirements . . . . .................. .379
Jump Starting . . . . . . . .................. .279
Oil ..........................336, 384, 385
Oil Change Interval . . . ................28, 337
Oil Filler Cap . . . . . . . . ...........332, 334, 337
Oil Selection . . . . ..................... .384
Operation . .......................... .237
Starting . . . .......................... .237
Temperature Gauge . . . . . ..................8
Engine Oil Viscosity . . . . . . ..................337
Engine Oil Viscosity Chart . . ..................337
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............212
Entry System, Illuminated . . . ..................97
Event Data Recorder . . . . . ..................215
Exhaust Gas Caution ................ .131, 234, 344
Exhaust System . . . . . . . . . . .................234
Exterior Folding Mirrors ......................68
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . ....................92
Exterior Lights . . . . . ...................... .236
Fabric Care . . . . . . . . . . . . ..................357
Filler Location Fuel . . . ..................... .190
Filters Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . ..................338
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . ..............90, 340
Engine Oil . . . ........................ .385
Engine Oil Disposal ..................... .338
Flashers Hazard Warning . ...................... .107
Turn Signal . .................... .95, 236, 274
Flash-To-Pass . . ...........................95 Flexible Fuel Vehicles
Cruising Range ........................ .383
Engine Oil ........................... .383
Fuel Requirements .................. .381, 382
Maintenance .......................... .383
Replacement Parts ...................... .383
Starting ..............................383
Flooded Engine St

arting ..................... .239
Floor Console ........................... .108
Fluid Capacities .......................... .384
Fluid Leaks ............................. .236
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission .................. .352
Brake .............................. .350
Cooling System ........................ .346
Engine Oil ........................... .336
Power Steering ........................ .150
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .............385
Fog Lights ..................... .94, 274, 302, 303
Fog Light Service ...................... .302, 303
Fog Lights, Rear ....................... .278, 303
Folding Rear Seat ....................... .57, 62
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .314
Fuel ............................... .379, 384
Adding ............................. .190
Additives ............................ .380
Conserving ............................29
Diesel ........................... .384, 385
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .................... .190
Gasoline ............................ .379
Gauge .................................7
Light .................................24
Octane Rating ..................... .379, 385
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Monitor, Tire Pressure System.................151
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................95
Navigation System (Uconnect® gps) ..........165, 166
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................237
Occupant Restraints ....................... .192
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............379, 385
Odometer . . . .......................... .275
Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . ..............28, 275
Oil Change Indicator, Reset . . . ..............28, 275
Oil, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..............336, 385
Capacity . . . . . ....................... .384
Change Interval ..................... .28, 337
Checking ............................ .336
Dipstick . . . . . . . . ..................... .336
Disposal ............................ .338
Filter ............................... .385
Filter Disposal . . . . . ................... .338
Recommendation . . . . . ..................384
Viscosity . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............337, 384
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................149
Operating Precautions . . . . . .................149
Operator Manual (Owner's Manual) ...............3
Outside Rearview Mirrors . . . ..................66
Overhead Console ........................ .105
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) ...............3
Paint Care. . . . . . . . . . . . ...................355
Parking Brake . .......................... .242
Passenger Seat Back Tilt (Easy Entry System) ........60
Passing Light . . . ...........................95
Pets, Transporting . . . . .................... .233Placard, Tire and Loading Information
............366
Power Brakes .............................. .140
Distribution Center (Fuses) ................310
Door Locks .......................... .120
Mirrors ...............................67
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........112
Seats ................................48
Steering ............................. .150
Sunroof ............................. .117
T

ransfer Unit ......................... .354
Windows ............................ .127
Power Transfer Unit ....................... .354
Preparation for Jacking ..................... .284
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................ .199
Programming Transmitters (Remote Keyless Entry) ....13
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ............348
Radio Operation ......................... .190
Radio Remote Controls ..................... .167
Radio (Sound Systems) ..................... .167
Rear Air Conditioning .................... .76, 86
Rear Axle (Differential) ..................... .354
Rear Camera ............................ .165
Rear Cupholder .......................... .115
Rear Drive Assembly ...................... .354
Rear Fog Lights .......................... .278
RearLiftgate............................ .130
Rear Park Assist System .................... .159
Rear Seat, Folding ....................... .57, 62
RearviewMirrors...........................66
Rear Window Defroster .................... .102
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