2014 FIAT 500C check transmission fluid

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
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
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CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
tion, visit your authorized dealer immediately to have
the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve-
hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............371
Adding Fuel ............................ .298
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .366
Additives, Fuel .......................... .296
Airbag ..................................39
Airbag Deployment ........................52
Airbag Light .............................47
Airbag Maintenance ........................53
Airbag, Side ..............................42
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) ................43
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .356
Air Conditioner Maintenance .................359
Air Conditioning ......................... .207
Air Conditioning Controls ...................207
Air Conditioning Filter .....................360
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .................359
Air Conditioning System ....................207
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .270
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
..................370
Capacities ........................... .399
Disposal ............................. .373
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................249
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................154
Appearance Care ........................ .380
Automatic Dimming Mirror ...................90
Automatic Oil Change Indicator ...............404
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........209
Automatic Transaxle ........................11
Automatic Transmission ....................229
Adding Fluid ......................... .379
Fluid and Filter Changes ..................380
Fluid Change ......................... .380
Fluid Level Check ...................... .379
Fluid Type ........................... .401
Gear Ranges .......................... .233
Special Additives ...................... .379
422 INDEX

Autostick.............................. .238
Battery ................................ .357
Jump Starting ......................... .332
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........18
Belts, Seat ...............................79
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................363
B-Pillar Location ......................... .264
Brake Assist System ...................... .250
Brake Fluid ............................ .401
Brake, Parking .......................... .244
Brakes ................................ .375
Brake System ........................... .248
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .249
Master Cylinder ....................... .375
Parking ............................. .244
Warning Light ........................ .153
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................231
Bulb Replacement ........................ .395Bulbs, Light
..............................82
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........399
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .399
Caps, Filler Fuel ................................ .298
Oil (Engine) .......................... .355
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...................78
Cargo Area Features ...................... .138
Car Washes ............................ .381
CD (Compact Disc) Player ...................177
Cellular Phone .......................... .206
Chains, Tire ............................ .281
Change Oil Indicator ...................... .404
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .319
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .259
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .151
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............78
Checks, Safety ............................78
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INDEX 423

Exhaust Gas Caution.....................78
Fails to Start .......................... .225
Flooded, Starting ...................... .225
Fuel Requirements ..................... .293
Oil................................. .353
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .355
Oil Selection .......................... .354
Oil Synthetic ......................... .356
Overheating .......................... .305
Starting ............................. .223
Temperature Gauge ..................... .155
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............50
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission Fluid Type ........................... .378
Event Data Recorder ........................55
Exhaust Gas Caution ........................26
Exhaust System ...........................78
Exterior Lights ............................82 Filler Location Fuel
....................... .157
Filters Air Cleaner .......................... .356
Air Conditioning ...................... .360
Engine Fuel .......................... .400
Engine Oil ........................... .356
Engine Oil Disposal .....................356
Flashers Turn Signal ............................82
Flooded Engine Starting ....................225
Fluid, Brake ............................ .401
Fluid Capacities ......................... .399
Fluid Leaks ..............................82
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission ..................379
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts ...........400
Fog Lights ..............................115
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle .....................336
Fuel .................................. .293
426 INDEX

Lug Nuts.............................. .317
Maintenance Free Battery ....................357
Maintenance, General ..................... .352
Maintenance Procedures ....................352
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .404
Maintenance Schedules .....................404
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .......151
Manual, Service ......................... .416
Manual Transmission ..................... .226
Fluid Level Check ...................... .378
Frequency of Fluid Change ................378
Lubricant Selection ..................... .378
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................375
Media Hub ..............................99
Mirrors .................................89
Automatic Dimming ......................90
Electric Powered .........................91
Heated ...............................93 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle
...............8
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................283
Multi-Function Control Lever .................111
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................77
Occupant Restraints ........................45
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ..................26
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ................293
Odometer .............................. .156
Trip ................................ .156
Oil Change Indicator ...................... .162
Oil Change Indicator, Reset ..................162
Oil, Engine ............................. .353
Capacity ............................ .399
Change Interval ....................... .353
Checking ............................ .353
Disposal ............................. .356
Filter ............................... .356
430 INDEX