2012 FIAT 500 manual transmission

▫Manual Transmission – If Equipped ....... 329
▫ Automatic Transmission – If Equipped ..... 329
▫ Appearance Care And Protection From
Corrosion .......................... 330
▫ Convertible Top Care – If Equipped ....... 336
 Fuses .............................. 338
▫ Interior Fuses ....................... 338
▫ Underhood Fuses .................... 340
 Vehicle Storage ....................... 342
 Replacement Bulbs .................... 343
 Bulb Replacement ..................... 343
▫ Headlamps ........................ 343 ▫
Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime
Running Lamps ..................... 344
▫ Front Fog Lamps .................... 344
▫ Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps .......... 345
▫ Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal
Lamps ............................ 345
▫
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL). . 346
 Fluid Capacities ...................... 347
 Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine Parts ....... 348
▫ Engine ............................ 348
▫ Chassis ........................... 349
304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Brake Master Cylinder
The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked
when performing under hood services, or immediately if
the “Brake Warning Light” is on.
Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before
removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the
fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake
fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the
brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked
when the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level
may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed.
NOTE:If your vehicle is equipped with a manual
transmission , the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to
both the brake system and the clutch release system. The
two systems are separated in the reservoir, and a leak in
one system will not affect the other system. The manual
transmission clutch release system should not require
fluid replacement during the life of the vehicle. If the brake fluid reservoir is low and the brake system does
not indicate any leaks or other problems, it may be a
result of a leak in the hydraulic clutch release system. See
your local authorized dealer for service.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re-
fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for further information.
WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylin-
der reservoir.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327

Manual Transmission – If Equipped
Lubricant Selection
Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in
“Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information.
Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid
level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and a
point not more than 3/16 in (4.7 mm) below the bottom
of the hole.
Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level.
Frequency Of Fluid Change
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of
the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri-
cant has become contaminated with water.NOTE:
If contaminated with water, the fluid should be
changed immediately.
Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The automatic transmission and differential assembly are
contained within a single housing.
The fluid level in the automatic transmission should be
checked whenever the vehicle is serviced. Operation with
an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life of the
transmission and the fluid.
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important that the proper lubricant is used in the
transmission to assure optimum transmission perfor-
mance. Use only manufacturer ’s recommended transmis-
sion fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa-
tion. It is important that the transmission fluid be main-
tained at the prescribed level using the recommended
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329

FLUID CAPACITIES
U.S.Metric
Fuel (Approximate) 10.5 Gallons40 Liters
Engine Oil with Filter
1.4 Liter Engine 4 Quarts4 Liters
Cooling System
1.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/152,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) — with Manual
Transmission 4.6 Quarts
4.4 Liters
1.4 Liter Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant
10 Year/152,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) — with Auto-
matic Transmission 5.8 Quarts
5.5 Liters
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347

Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission – If Equipped MOPAR C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission – If
Equipped MOPAR
AW-1 Transmission Fluid
Brake Master Cylinder MOPARDOT 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.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349

High Beam Indicator.................. 134
Low Fuel .......................... 134
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 138
Oil Pressure ........................ 138
Park .............................. 101
Seat Belt Reminder ................... 135
Service Engine Soon (Malfunction Indicator) . 138
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ......... 136
Traction Control ..................... 235
Turn Signal .................... 72,102,134
Voltage ............................ 135
Wait to Start ........................ 133
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 133
Loading Vehicle Tires .............................. 242
Locks Automatic Door ...................... 24
Door .............................. 22
Power Door ......................... 23 Lubrication, Body
....................... 316
Maintenance Free Battery .................. 313
Maintenance Procedures ................... 309
Maintenance Schedule .................... 352
Maintenance, General ..................... 309
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . 138,307
Manual Transmission .................. 209,329
Fluid Level Check .................... 329
Frequency of Fluid Change ............. 329
Lubricant Selection ................... 329
Manual, Service ......................... 373
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .................. 327
Mirrors ................................ 80
Automatic Dimming ................... 81
Electric Powered ...................... 82
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ............. 7
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ............... 256
Multi-Function Control Lever ............... 100
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INDEX 385

Seat Belts (Sedan)........................ 27
Seats ................................. 91
Adjustment ......................... 91
Heated ............................. 95
Selection of Oil ......................... 311
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Service Assistance ....................... 369
Service Contract ......................... 371
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator) .................... 138
Service Manuals ........................ 373
Shift Lever Override ...................... 298
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission ........... 210
Shoulder Belts ........................... 31
Side Airbag ............................. 49
Signals, Turn ......................... 72,102
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 220
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 253
Spare Tire ............................. 249 Specifications
Oil ............................... 311
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........109,135
Speedometer ........................... 144
Sport Mode ............................ 226
Starting ............................... 207
Automatic Transmission ................ 207
Cold Weather ....................... 208
Engine Fails to Start .................. 208
Manual Transmission .................. 207
Steering Power ............................ 223
Tilt Column ........................ 108
Wheel, Tilt ......................... 108
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.............. 187
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls. . 187
Storage ............................... 342
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 201,342
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... 342
388 INDEX

Towing............................... 267
Disabled Vehicle ..................... 299
Recreational ........................ 268
Trailer Towing .......................... 267
Transaxle Automatic .......................... 12
Transmission Automatic ....................... 21 1,329
Filter ............................. 330
Fluid ............................. 329
Maintenance ........................ 329
Manual ........................... 329
Transmitter Battery Service
(Remote Keyless Entry) .................... 20
Transporting Pets ........................ 67
Tread Wear Indicators .................... 251
Trip Odometer .......................... 143
Turn Signals ......................... 102,134UCI Connector
......................... 186
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................ 374
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . 186
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... 261
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............ 6
Vehicle Loading ......................... 243
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .............. 7
Vehicle Storage ....................... 201,342
Wait to Start Light ....................... 133
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description). . 133
Warnings and Cautions ..................... 6
Warranty Information ................... 4,372
Washer Adding Fluid ....................... 318
Washers, Windshield .................. 105,107
Washing Vehicle ......................... 331
390 INDEX