2012 FIAT 500 ABARTH fuel cap

WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake
system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a
collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
• Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., mayilluminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays
on through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive
normally and not require towing.
• If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We
recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Charging System Light
• This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging systemlight remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the
charging system.
• We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
• This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop thevehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound for four
minutes when this light turns on.
• We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
• This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, werecommend you drive to the nearest service center and have the vehicle serviced
immediately.
- Air Bag Warning Light
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have thevehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or
Genuine PartCapacities
Engine Coolant 1.4L Turbo MOPAR
®Antifreeze/Engine
Coolant 10
Year/152,000 Mile Formula
OAT (Organic Additive
Technology) or equivalent
meeting the requirements
of Chrysler Material
Standard MS-12106. 4.6 Quarts (4.4 Liters)
Engine Oil with Filter 1.4L
Turbo API Certified SAE 5W-40
Full Synthetic Engine Oil,
meeting the requirements
of Chrysler material
standard MS-10896.4 Quarts (3.8 Liters)
Engine Oil Filter MOPAR
®Engine Oil Filter
or equivalent. —
Fuel Selection 1.4L Turbo 91 Octane Recommended – 87 Octane Acceptable10.5 Gallons (40 Liters)
(Approximate)
Manual Transmission MOPAR
®C635 DDCT/MTX
Transmission Fluid —
Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR
®DOT 3, SAE
J1703 should be used. If
DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake
fluid is not available, then
DOT 4 is acceptable. Use
only recommended brake
fluids or equivalent. —
Spark Plugs SIKR9A7 Gap 0.026 in
(0.65 mm) —
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®
• The following highlights just some of the many Authentic FIAT 500 AbarthAccessories by Mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your FIAT
500 Abarth.
• In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle
with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved.
• For the full line of Authentic FIAT 500 Abarth Accessories by Mopar, visit your local FIAT dealership or online at mopar.com.
EXTERIOR:
• Chrome Hood Spear • Side Window Air Deflectors• Vehicle Cover
• Chrome Mirror Cover • Front End Cover • Locking Fuel Cap
• Chrome Fuel Door • Molded Splash Guards
INTERIOR:
• Door Sill Guards • Roadside Safety Kit • Slush Mats
• Chrome Shift Knob • Premium Carpet Floor Mats• Cargo Organizer
• Key Covers
ELECTRONICS:
• GPS Tracking System(s) • Rear Park Distance Sensors• Sound System Upgrades
• Portable Navigation Systems • Wi-Fi
• Interior/Ambient Lighting
CARRIERS:
• Roof Rack • Bike Carrier• Canoe Carrier
• Snowboard/Ski Carrier • Luggage Carrier • Hitch-mount Bike Carrier
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
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Air Conditioning.............20
Airbag ...................9
Airbag Light ...............43
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ....43
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ..............21
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ...............57
Battery Charging System Light . . . ....43
Jump Starting ............50
Belts, Seat ................8
BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free
Communication .............30
Brake Fluid ...............57
Brake System Warning Light .............42
Break-In Recommendations,
New Vehicle ...............15
Bulb Replacement ...........63
Charging System Light . . . ......43
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light) .............43
Child Restraint ..............10
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ....10
Climate Control .............20
Clock Setting ..............29
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ...........57
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....18
Cruise Light ...............18
Customer Assistance ..........64
Defects, Reporting ...........65
Defroster, Rear Window . . ......20
Defroster, Windshield ..........20
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) .............18
Electronic Throttle Control
Warning Light ..............40
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ............ 35,36
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System ....26Emergency, In Case of
Jump Starting ............50
Towing . ...............51
Engine Break-In Recommendations ....15
Compartment . . . ..........56
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) . . ..........43
Oil Selection . ............57
Overheating . . ............44
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature ..................52
Exterior Lights . .............63
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . .....57
Fluids . . . . . . . ............57
Folding Rear Seat ............13
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . 53
Fuel Specifications . . . ..........57
Hands-Free Communication -
BLUE&ME™ . . . . . . . . .......30
Headlights High
Beam . . . ...........16
Heated Mirrors ........... 20,21
High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch . . . .........16
Hood Release . . ............55
Instrument Cluster ............6
Indicators ................7
Instrument Cluster
Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,40
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . . 17
Introduction . ...............2
iPod
®Control ..............34
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control ........34
Jump Starting ..............50
KeyFob ..................8
Lane Change Assist . .........15
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