2012 FIAT 500 light

Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse DescriptionF24 7.5 Amp
Brown Stability Control
System
F30 15 Amp
Blue Fog Lamps
F82 30 Amp Green Sunroof/
Convertible Top
F84 10 Amp
Red Transmission
F85 15 Amp
Blue Rear Defroster,
Heated Mirrors
F87 5 Amp Tan Lights
F90 5 Amp Tan Heated MirrorsVEHICLE STORAGE
If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than
21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your
battery.
•Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
•Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of
service (i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes
in the fresh air and high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the
possibility of compressor damage when the system is
started again.
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REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior LightsBulb Type
Overhead Lamp ........................ C5W
Courtesy Lamp ........................ W5W
Exterior Lights Bulb Type
Front Low and High Beam Headlamp .........HIR2
Front Parking/Daytime Running Lamps .....W21/5W
Front Fog Lamps ........................ H11
Front Side Marker Lamps ................. W3W
Front Turn Signal Lamps ................WY21W
Side Direction Lamps .................... W5W
Rear Turn Signal Lamps .................PY21W
Rear Side Marker Lamps .................. W3W
Rear Tail and Stop Lamps ..............P21W/5W
Rear Backup Lamps .................... W16W
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp ........... W5W
License Plate Lamps ...................... LED
(See Authorized Dealer) NOTE:
Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that
can be purchased from your authorized dealer.
If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized
dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamps
1. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp
housing.
2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.
4. Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place.
5. Reinstall the plastic cap.
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Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running
Lamps
1. Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right.
2. Open the wheel housing access door.3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp
housing.
4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise.
5. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.
6. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket
clockwise into lamp locking it in place.
7. Reinstall the plastic cap.
Front Fog Lamps
To replace the front fog lights, see your authorized dealer.
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3. Unsnap backplate and separate from the lamp hous-
ing.
4. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing
them slightly and turning counter-clockwise.
5. Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out.
6. Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp.
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
1. Remove the two guard caps and the two fastening
screws.2. Remove the center high mounted stop lamp assembly.
3. Disconnect the electric connector.
4. Press the retaining device and open the bulb holder.
5. Remove the snap-fitted bulb to be replaced and re-
place it.
6. Close the back cap locking it properly.
7. Reinstall the two fastening screws and reinstall the
guard caps.
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At Each Stop For Fuel
•Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a
fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level
while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the
accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when
the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
•Check the windshield washer solvent and add if
required.
Once A Month
•Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear or
damage.
•Inspect the battery and clean and tighten the terminals
as required.
•Check the fluid levels of the engine coolant reservoir
and brake master cylinder, and add as needed.
•Check all lights and other electrical items for correct
operation.
At Each Oil Change
•Change the engine oil filter.
•Inspect the brake hoses and lines.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required maintenance items
may result in damage to the vehicle.
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for the required maintenance intervals.
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Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle
to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected
repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only
the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a
manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan
Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail
within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If you
have any questions about the service contract, call the
manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer
Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800)
465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French).
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. Itis not responsible for any service contract other than the
manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a ser-
vice contract that is not a manufacturer’s service contract,
and you require service after the manufacturer’s New
Vehicle Limited Warranty expires, please refer to the
contract documents, and contact the person listed in
those documents.
We appreciate that you have made a major investment
when you purchased the vehicle. An authorized dealer
has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and
training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with
the ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their
sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related
concerns.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 371

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze).......... 323
Adding Fuel ........................... 266
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... 318
Additives, Fuel ......................... 263
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 312
Air Conditioner Maintenance ............... 315
Air Conditioning ........................ 190
Air Conditioning Controls ................. 190
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ............... 315
Air Conditioning System .............190,194,315
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ............ 200
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... 247
Airbag .............................. 40,50
Airbag Deployment ....................... 52
Airbag Light ..................... 48,55,70,135
Airbag Maintenance ....................... 54
Airbag, Side ...................... 44,46,49,50
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ...........44,46,50
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ............. 7Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
.............. 228
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................. 141
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...........322,347,348
Capacities .......................... 347
Disposal ........................... 324
Appearance Care ........................ 330
Automatic Dimming Mirror ................. 81
Automatic Door Locks ..................... 24
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......... 194
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 12
Automatic Transmission ................ 211,329
Adding Fluid ....................... 330
Fluid and Filter Changes ............... 330
Fluid Level Check .................... 330
Fluid Type ......................... 329
Gear Ranges ........................ 213
Special Additives ..................... 330
Autostick ............................. 218
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B-Pillar Location........................ 242
Battery ............................... 313
Jump Starting ....................... 293
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 20
Belts, Seat .............................. 69
Body Mechanism Lubrication ............... 316
Brake Assist System ...................... 230
Brake Fluid ............................ 349
Brake System ........................ 228,326
Anti-Lock (ABS) .................. 228,230
Master Cylinder ..................... 327
Parking ........................... 224
Warning Light ....................... 140
Brake, Parking .......................... 224
Brake/Transmission Interlock ............... 212
Brakes ............................... 326
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle ........ 67
Bulbs, Light ............................ 72 Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
........ 347
Capacities, Fluid ........................ 347
Caps, Filler Fuel .............................. 266
Oil (Engine) ........................ 311
Car Washes ............................ 331
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............68,265
Cargo Area Features ...................... 126
CD (Compact Disc) Player ................. 161
Cellular Phone .......................... 189
Chains, Tire ............................ 253
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... 282
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ 238
Check Engine Light
(Malfunction Indicator Light) .............138,306
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 68
Checks, Safety ........................... 68
Child Restraint ........................ 57,58
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ............... 61
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