2014 FIAT 500 ABARTH battery

CAUTION!
•It is essential when replacing the cables on the
battery that the positive cable is attached to the
positive post and the negative cable is attached to
the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive
(+) and negative (-) and are identified on the
battery case. Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
•If a “fast charger” is used while the battery is in the
vehicle, disconnect both vehicle battery cables be-
fore connecting the charger to the battery. Do not
use a “fast charger” to provide starting voltage.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
For best possible performance, your air conditioner
should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer
at the start of each warm season. This service should
include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance
test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this
time.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Underhood Fuses
The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of
the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the
fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover.
The ID number of the electrical component correspond-
ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.
Front Distribution Unit
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CavityMaxi FuseMini FuseDescription
F85 30 Amp Blue (ATO)Rear Defroster
F875 Amp Tan Rear Defroster
F905 Amp Tan Heated Mirrors – If Equipped
VEHICLE 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 (e.g., 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.
REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Overhead LampC5W
Courtesy LampW5W7
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Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following
pages for required maintenance.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Change oil and filter.
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregu-
lar wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator
system turns on.
•Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as
required.
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses
and park brake.
At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil
Change Indicator System:
•Inspect engine cooling system protection and
hoses.
•Inspect exhaust system.
•Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or
off-road conditions.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 361

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............331
Adding Fuel.............................275
Adding Washer Fluid......................326
Additives, Fuel...........................272
Airbag..................................39
Airbag Deployment........................53
Airbag Light.............................47
Airbag Maintenance........................54
Airbag, Side..............................43
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain)................43
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .318
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................320
Air Conditioning..........................203
Air Conditioning Controls...................203
Air Conditioning Filter.....................321
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................320
Air Conditioning System....................203
Air Pressure, Tires.........................255
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................330
Capacities............................356
Disposal..............................334
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................235
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................152
Appearance Care.........................338
Automatic Dimming Mirror...................92
Automatic Door Locks......................23
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..........208
Automatic Transaxle........................11
Battery.................................319
Jump Starting..........................300
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE)........18
Belts, Seat...............................81
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................324
B-Pillar Location..........................250
Brake Assist System.......................237
Brake Fluid.............................357
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Lug Nuts...............................291
Maintenance Free Battery....................319
Maintenance, General......................315
Maintenance Procedures....................315
Maintenance Schedule......................360
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).......149
Manual, Service..........................370
Manual Transmission......................225
Fluid Level Check.......................338
Frequency of Fluid Change................338
Lubricant Selection......................338
Master Cylinder (Brakes)....................336
Media Hub..............................101
Mirrors.................................91
Automatic Dimming......................92
Electric Powered.........................93
Heated...............................95
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System................264
Multi-Function Control Lever.................111
New Vehicle Break-In Period..................78
Occupant Restraints........................46
Occupant Restraints (Sedan)..................26
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel)................270
Odometer...............................154
Tr i p . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..154
Oil Change Indicator.......................159
Oil Change Indicator, Reset..................159
Oil, Engine..............................316
Capacity.............................356
Change Interval........................316
Checking.............................316
Disposal..............................317
Filter................................318
Filter Disposal.........................317
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INDEX 383

General Information.....................254
High Speed...........................256
Inflation Pressures.......................255
Jacking...............................293
Life of Tires...........................260
Load Capacity.........................250
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)............264
Pressure Warning Light...................147
Quality Grading........................371
Radial...............................257
Replacement...........................261
Rotation..............................263
Safety...............................243
Sizes................................245
Snow Tires............................258
Spinning.............................259
Tread Wear Indicators....................260
Tire Safety Information.....................243
To Open Hood...........................108
Towing................................276
Disabled Vehicle........................306
Recreational...........................277
Traction................................227
Traction Control..........................238
Trailer Towing...........................276
Transaxle
Automatic.............................11
Transmission............................338
Manual..............................225
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .18
Transporting Pets..........................78
Tread Wear Indicators......................260
Trip Odometer...........................154
Turn Signals.............................112
UCI Connector...........................199
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................371
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector. . . .199
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INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTINGEQUIPMENTSpecial design considerations are incorporated into thisvehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radiofrequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephoneequipment must be installed properly by trained person-nel. The following must be observed during installation.The positive power connection should be made directlyto the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.The negative power connection should be made to bodysheet metal adjacent to the negative battery connection.This connection should not be fused.Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on theroof or the rear area of the vehicle. Care should be usedin mounting antennas with magnet bases. Magnets mayaffect the accuracy or operation of the compass onvehicles so equipped.
The antenna cable should be as short as practical androuted away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Useonly fully shielded coaxial cable.Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio toensure a low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).Mobile radio equipment with output power greater thannormal may require special precautions.All installations should be checked for possible interfer-ence between the communications equipment and thevehicle’s electronic systems.