2012 FIAT 500 ABARTH engine

WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a
motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you
have the knowledge and the right equipment. If
you have any doubt about your ability to perform
a service job, take your vehicle to a competent
mechanic.
•Failure to properly inspect and maintain your
vehicle could result in a component malfunction
and affect vehicle handling and performance. This
could cause an accident.
152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or
114 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
152,000 miles (247 000 km).
❏ Flush and replace engine coolant.
❏ Replace the timing belt.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
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WARNING!
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain, or emit, chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the
DVD, for the terms and provisions of FIAT Group
Automobiles warranties applicable to this vehicle and
market.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could
cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the
manufacturer.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your authorized
dealer, and the manufacturer.
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•Diagnostic Procedure Manuals
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grams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practi-
cal manuals make it easy for students and technicians
to find and fix problems on computer-controlled ve-
hicle systems and features. They show exactly how to
find and correct problems the first time, using step-by-
step troubleshooting and drivability procedures,
proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools
and equipment.
•Owner’s Manuals
These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the
assistance of service and engineering specialists to
acquaint you with specific FIAT Group Automobiles
vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency
and maintenance procedures as well as specifications,
capabilities and safety tips.Call toll free at:
•1–800–890–4038 (U.S.)
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety
requirements in addition to these grades.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 293
Adding Fuel ........................... 243
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 289
Additives, Fuel ......................... 241
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 282
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 285
Air Conditioning ........................ 180
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 180
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............285,286
Air Conditioning System .............180,184,285
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 190
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 224
Airbag .............................. 37,46
Airbag Deployment ....................... 49
Airbag Light ..................... 44,52,66,126
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 51
Airbag, Side ........................ 40,43,46
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........41,43,46
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
.............. 205
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 132
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........292,314,315
Capacities .......................... 314
Disposal ........................... 295
Appearance Care ........................ 300
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 72
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 21
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 184
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 11
B-Pillar Location ........................ 219
Battery ............................... 283
Jump Starting ....................... 266
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 17
Belts, Seat .............................. 66
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 286
Brake Assist System ...................... 207
Brake Fluid ............................ 316
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Brake System........................ 205,297
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................. 205,207
Master Cylinder ..................... 297
Parking ........................... 202
Warning Light ....................... 131
Brake, Parking .......................... 202
Brakes ............................... 297
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 63
Bulbs, Light ............................ 68
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ........ 314
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 314
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 243
Oil (Engine) ........................ 281
Car Washes ............................ 301
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............65,242
Cargo Area Features ...................... 116
CD (Compact Disc) Player ................. 151 Cellular Phone
.......................... 179
Chains, Tire ............................ 232
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 259
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 215
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light) ............................. 129,276
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 64
Checks, Safety ........................... 64
Child Restraint ........................ 53,55
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 57
Child Seat .............................. 58
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 239
Cleaning Wheels ............................ 302
Climate Control ......................... 180
Clutch ............................... 297
Clutch Fluid ........................... 297
Compact Disc (CD) Maintenance ............. 179
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ConnectorUCI .............................. 176
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 176
Contract, Service ........................ 334
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................... 314,315
Cooling System ......................... 292
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 293
Coolant Level .................... 292,295
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 295
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 292
Inspection .......................... 295
Points to Remember ................ 294,296
Pressure Cap ........................ 294
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 292
Corrosion Protection ..................... 300
Cruise Light ........................... 126
Cupholders ............................ 115
Customer Assistance ..................... 332 Data Recorder, Event
...................... 52
Daytime Running Lights ................... 92
Dealer Service .......................... 278
Defroster, Windshield ................66,182,188
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 276
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 295
Engine Oil ......................... 282
Door Locks ............................. 19
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 21
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 199
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................. 200
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 74
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 112
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 207
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 207
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Brake Assist System................... 207
Traction Control System ................ 208
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 100
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 210
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 135
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 248
Jacking ............................ 259
Jump Starting ....................... 266
Towing ............................ 271
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 276
Engine Break-In Recommendations .............. 63
Checking Oil Level ................... 280
Compartment ....................... 275
Cooling ........................... 292
Exhaust Gas Caution ................65,242
Fails to Start ........................ 198
Flooded, Starting ..................... 198 Fuel Requirements
.................... 238
Oil ......................... 280,314,315
Oil Change Interval ................... 280
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 281
Oil Filter ........................... 315
Oil Selection ........................ 281
Overheating ........................ 248
Starting ........................... 196
Temperature Gauge ................... 133
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 47
Event Data Recorder ...................... 52
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 24,65,242
Exhaust System ....................... 65,289
Exterior Lights .......................... 68
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 135
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 282
Engine Oil ....................... 282,315
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Flash-To-Pass........................... 92
Flashers Turn Signal ......................... 68
Flooded Engine Starting ................... 198
Fluid Capacities ......................... 314
Fluid Leaks ............................. 68
Fluid, Brake ........................... 316
Fluids ................................ 315
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts .......... 315
Fog Lights ........................... 96,125
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ................... 270
Fuel .............................. 238,315
Additives .......................... 241
Capacity ........................... 314
Clean Air .......................... 239
Cutoff ............................. 47
Filler Cap (Gas Cap) ...............135,243
Filler Door (Gas Cap) .................. 135
Gasoline ........................... 238 Gauge
............................ 135
Light ............................. 125
Octane Rating ....................... 238
Requirements ....................... 238
Tank Capacity ....................... 314
Fuel System Caution ..................... 244
Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...............243,245
Gasoline (Fuel) ....................... 238,314
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... 239
Gasoline, Reformulated ................... 239
Gauges Coolant Temperature .................. 133
Fuel .............................. 135
Odometer .......................... 134
Tachometer ......................... 135
General Information .................... 15,238
General Maintenance ..................... 279
Glass Cleaning .......................... 304
346 INDEX