2012 FIAT 500 service

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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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this
manual must be done at the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions, such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving. Inspection and service should also be done
anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions the oil change
indicator message will illuminate, this means that service
is required for your vehicle. Have your vehicle serviced
as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).NOTE:•The oil change indicator message will not monitor the
time since the last oil change. Change your vehicles oil
if it has been 6 months since your last oil change even
if the oil change indicator message is NOT illumi-
nated.
•Change your engine oil more often if you drive your
vehicle off-road for an extended period of time.
•Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 8,000 miles (13,000 km) or 6 months, whichever
comes first.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator
message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a
scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than
your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by refer-
ring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Infor-
mation Center (EVIC)/Change Engine Oil” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
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8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or
6 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
Included in the Maintenance Program
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil fil-
ter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
8,000 miles (13 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
16,000 Miles (26,000 km) or 12 Months Maintenance Service
Schedule
Included in the Maintenance Program
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before
16,000 miles (26 000 km).
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the en-
gine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Replace cabin filter.
❏ Clean and lube sun roof tracks.
❏ Inspect brake linings.
❏ Inspect CV joints.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or
18 Months Maintenance
Service Schedule
Included in the Maintenance Program
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil fil-
ter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of
irregular wear, even if it occurs before
24,000 miles (39 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule
Included in the Maintenance Program
❏Change the engine oil and engine oil filter.
❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 32,000 miles (52 000 km).
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Replace the spark plugs.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace cabin filter.
❏ Clean and lube sun roof tracks.
❏ Check and adjust hand brake.
❏ Inspect brake linings.
❏ Inspect CV joints.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; re-
place if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or
30 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
40,000 miles (65 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
48,000 Miles (78,000 km) or 36 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
48,000 miles (78 000 km).
❏ If using your vehicle for any of the following: Dusty or off-road conditions. Inspect the
engine air cleaner filter; replace if necessary.
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Replace cabin filter.
❏ Clean and lube sun roof tracks.
❏ Inspect brake linings.
❏ Inspect CV joints.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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56,000 Miles (91,000 km) or
42 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
56,000 miles (91 000 km).
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
64,000 Miles (104,000 km) or 48 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
64,000 miles (104 000 km).
❏ Inspect exhaust system.
❏ Replace the spark plugs.
❏ Replace the engine air cleaner filter.
❏ Replace cabin filter.
❏ Clean and lube sun roof tracks.
❏ Check and adjust hand brake.
❏ Inspect brake linings.
❏ Inspect CV joints.
❏ Inspect the front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals for cracks or leaks and all parts for
damage, wear, improper looseness or end play; replace if necessary.
Odometer Reading Date
Repair Order #Dealer Code
Signature, Authorized Service Center
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