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If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 kPa) or higher:
1.Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and inflate the tire to the pressure
indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door opening.
2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the valve stem and
unplug from 12 Volt outlet.
3. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle .
4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an
authorized studio or tire service center .
5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized studio
as soon as possible .Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement. ”
NOTE:
• If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure
to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
• When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized studio or service center that the
tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit.
(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:
1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color).
2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant
bottle .
3. Press the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up.Remove the
bottle and dispose of it accordingly .
4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing.
5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns
with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the housing.
An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place .
6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) and
return the hose to its storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump) .
7. Return the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the vehicle .
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
•This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
wrecker service .
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONE
NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Rear
NOT ALLOWED
Front OK
Flatbed ALL OK
• This vehicle must be towed on a flatbed truck or vehicle trailer with the front wheels
OFF the ground.
•
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc .) while being towed, the ignition must
be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position .
•If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, see “Manual Park Release” in
“What To Do In Emergencies” for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components .Damage to your vehicle may
result from improper towing.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Once A Month Or Before A Trip:
•Check windshield washer fluid level
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoirs and brake master cylinder
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Service Interval:
• Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear .
The front and rear tires are different sizes and cannot be used in place of each other, refer
to “Tire Rotation Recommendations” for further information .
• Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses .
• Inspect battery cooling system protection and hoses .
• Check and adjust hand brake .
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Maintenance ChartRefer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals.Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints. XX X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and
boot seals, and replace if necessary .
XXXXXXX
Inspect the brake linings, parking brake
function. XXXXXXX
Additional Maintenance
Replace cabin air filter . XXXXXXX
Clean and lube sun roof tracks .XXXXXXX
Flush and replace the Power Electronics and
Battery Thermal Loop Systems at 10 years or
150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first. XX
WARNING!
•
You can be badly injured working on or around an electric 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 effect vehicle handling and performance .
This could cause an accident .
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FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER
P.O .Box 21–8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004
Phone: 1-888-242-6342
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED
•To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf ) equipment at its customer center .Any hearing or
speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY)
in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY .
Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs
relay service offered by Bell Canada .For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for Voice
callers, dial 1–800–855–0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator .
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 addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of
component wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm .
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING
•If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain one free
printed copy of the Owner's Manual, Warranty Booklet or Radio Manuals on your DVD
by calling 1–888–242–6342 (U .S.) or 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) or by contacting your
studio .
• Replacement English User Guide kits or DVDs may be purchased by visiting
www .techauthority .com or by calling 1–800–890–4038 (U .S.) or 1–800–387–1143
(Canada). Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover orders are accepted.
If you prefer mailing your order, please call the above numbers for an order form.
NOTE:
A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P .O.Boxes).
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES
•If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision 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 studio and the manufacturer .
•
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153), or go to http://www .safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington, D .C.20590. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle safety from http://www .safercar.gov.
In Canada
•If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer
Service Department immediately .Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect
to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect
Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www .tc.gc .ca/eng/roadsafety/
safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm
• French Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian govern-
ment should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls
at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www .tc.gc .ca/securiteroutiere/
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