2014 FIAT 500L LIVING handbrake

When the handbrake is engaged and the ignition key
is on MAR-ON, the instrument panel warning light
will switch on.
Proceed as follows to release the handbrake:
❒slightly lift the lever and press release button B;
❒hold button B down and lower the lever: the
warning light on the instrument panel switches
off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying out this
operation to prevent the car from moving
accidentally.
IMPORTANT For cars equipped with a front
armrest, lift this up to ensure that it does not
interfere with the action of the handbrake.
USING THE GEARBOXTo engage the gears, fully depress the clutch pedal
and put the gear lever into the required position (the
diagram is shown on the knob fig. 150).
For 0.9 TwinAir Turbo 105 HP and 1.4 16V versions,
to engage reverse R from neutral, lift the ring A
fig. 150 under the knob and shift the lever to the
right and back.
For 1.3 16V MultiJet version: to engage reverse R
from neutral position, shift the lever to the right and
then back.
For 1.6 16V MultiJet version: to engage reverse R
from neutral, lift ring A fig. 150 under the knob and
at the same time move the lever to the left and
then forwards.
fig. 150
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SNOW CHAINSThe use of snow chains should be in compliance with
local regulations.
Snow chains may be fitted to the tyres of the front
wheels (drive wheels) only.
Check the tension of the snow chains after the first
few metres have been driven.
17" tyres cannot be fitted with chains. For other
tyres (15" and 16") fit only reduced size snow chains
with a maximum projection of 9 mm beyond the
tyre profile.
IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be fitted to the
space-saver wheel (for versions/markets, where
provided). If a front tyre is punctured, replace a rear
wheel with the space-saver wheel and move the
rear wheel to the front axle. In this way, with two
normal drive wheels at the front, snow chains can be
fitted.
Keep your speed down when snow chains
are fitted; do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid
potholes, steps and pavements and avoid
driving for long distances on roads not covered
with snow to prevent damaging the car and
the roadbed.
STORING THE CARIf the car is to be left inactive for longer than a
month, the following precautions should be followed:
❒park the car in covered, dry and if possible
well-ventilated premises and slightly open
the windows;
❒engage a gear and check that the handbrake is not
engaged;
❒disconnect the negative battery terminal (for
versions with Start&Stop system refer to the
paragraph "Start&Stop system" in the chapter
"Knowing your car"); If the battery is not
disconnected the from the electrical system, check
its charge every thirty days;
❒clean and protect the painted parts using
protective wax;
❒clean and protect the shiny metal parts using
special compounds available commercially;
❒sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber windscreen
and rear window wiper blades and lift them off the
glass;
❒cover the car with a cloth or perforated plastic
sheet. Do not use sheets of non-perforated plastic
as they do not allow moisture on the car body
to evaporate;
❒inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the standard
specified pressure and check it at intervals;
❒do not drain the engine cooling system.
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGESGENERAL WARNINGS
The warning light switches on together with a
dedicated message and/or acoustic signal when
applicable. These indications areconcise and
precautionaryand, as such, must not be
considered as exhaustive and/or an alternative to the
information contained in this Owner Handbook,
which you are advised to read carefully in all cases. In
the event of a failure indication,always refer to
the contents of this chapter.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed are divided
into two categories:very seriousandless serious
failures.
Very seriousfailures are indicated by a repeated
and prolonged warning “cycle”.
Less seriousfailures are indicated by a shorter
warning “cycle”.
The displaying cycle of both failure categories can be
stopped by pressing the button
. The control
panel warning light will stay on until the cause of the
malfunction is eliminated.
BRAKE FLUID LOW (red) /
HANDBRAKE ENGAGED (red)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position illuminates
the warning light, but it should switch off after a
few seconds.
LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
The warning light turns on when the level of the
brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum
level due to a possible leak in the circuit. On some
versions the display shows the dedicated message.
WARNING
If the
warning light switches on while
driving, stop immediately and contact
a Fiat Dealership.
HANDBRAKE ENGAGED
When the key is turned to MAR position, the
warning light switches on but should switch off after
a few seconds.
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches
on when the handbrake is engaged. If the car is
moving the buzzer will also sound.
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IMPORTANT If the warning light comes on when the
car is in motion, check that the handbrake is not
on.
EBD FAILURE (red)
(amber)
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red),
(amber) andESCwarning lights with the engine
on, indicates either a failure of the EBD system or
that the system is not available.
In this case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and
the vehicle may swerve when braking sharply.
A dedicated message is displayed on certain versions.
Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership
to have the system inspected immediately.
ABS SYSTEM FAILURE (amber)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position illuminates
the warning light, but it should switch off after a
few seconds.
The warning light switches on (on some versions,
together with a message and a symbol on the display)
when the system is not efficient. In this case the
braking system maintains its efficiency unaltered but
without the advantage of the ABS system.
Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible.
AIRBAG FAILURE (red)
Turning the key to the MAR-ON position illuminates
the warning light, but it should switch off after a
few seconds.
The warning light switches on constantly (on some
versions, together with a message and a symbol
on the display) to indicate an airbag system fault.
WARNING
If the warning light
does not come on
when the key is turned to the MAR-ON
position or if it remains lit while driving, there
may be a problem with the airbag restraint
system. In this case, the airbags or pretensioners
may not be activated in the event of an
accident or, in a more limited number of cases,
may be activated when not necessary. Before
continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system checked.
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JACK
Please note that:
❒the jack weight is 1,76 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired and in the event of a
fault it must be replaced by another original one;
❒no tool other than its cranking device may be
fitted on the jack.
To change a wheel, proceed as follows:
❒Stop the car in a position that is not dangerous for
oncoming traffic where you can change the wheel
safely. The ground must be flat and sufficiently
compact;
❒switch off the engine, pull up the handbrake and
engage the 1
stgear or reverse. Wear the reflective
safety jacket (compulsory by law) before getting
out of the car;
❒open the luggage compartment, pull tab A fig. 154
and lift up the mat B;❒using the wrench A fig. 155 located in the tool
box, loosen the locking device, take the tool box B
and place it close to the wheel to be replaced.
Then take the space-saver wheel C;
fig. 154
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WARNING
The cylinder contains ethyl glycol.
Contains latex: may cause an allergic
reaction. Harmful if swallowed. Eye irritant .
May cause irritation if inhaled or on contact .
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes. In the
event of contact , wash immediately with plenty
of water. If ingested, do not induce vomiting.
Rinse out your mouth, drink large quantities of
water and seek immediate medical attention.
Keep away from children.The product must not
be used by asthmatics. Do not inhale the
vapours during insertion and suction. Call a
doctor immediately if allergic reactions are
noted. Store the canister in its proper
compartment , away from sources of heat .The
sealant fluid has an expiry date. Replace the
bottle containing out-of-date sealant fluid.Dispose of the bottle and the sealant
liquid properly. Have the sealing fluid and
the cylinder disposed of in compliance
with national and local regulations.
INFLATING PROCEDURE
WARNING
Put on the protective gloves provided
together with quick tyre repair kit .Proceed as follows:
❒Pull up the handbrake.Unscrew the tyre valve
cap, take out the flexible filler pipe A fig. 165 and
tighten the ring nut B on the tyre valve;
❒make sure that the compressor switch A fig. 166 is
in position 0 (off ), start the engine, plug into the
power socket in the central tunnel or the luggage
compartment fig. 167 and operate the compressor,
turning switch A to position I (on). Inflate the
tyre to the pressure specified in the "Inflation
pressure" paragraph in the "Technical
specifications" section. Check tyre pressure on
gauge B with compressor off to obtain a more
precise reading;
fig. 165
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❒if after five minutes it is still impossible to reach at
least 1.8 bar, disengage the compressor from the
valve and power socket, then move the car
forwards by approx. ten metres in order
to distribute the sealing fluid inside the tyre evenly,
then repeat the inflation operation;❒if after this operation you still cannot reach at least
1.8 bar after 5 minutes from switching on the
compressor, do not resume driving but contact a
Fiat Dealership;
WARNING
Apply the adhesive label where it can be
easily seen by the driver as a reminder
that the tyre has been treated with the tyre
quick repair kit . Drive carefully, particularly on
bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Do not
accelerate or brake suddenly.
❒after driving for about 10 minutes stop and check
the tyre pressure again;pull up the handbrake;
For the safety of the car when it is parked, follow
the indication in the paragraph "When parked"
in the chapter "Starting up and driving" .
fig. 166
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WARNING
If the pressure has fallen below 1.8 bar,
do not drive any further: the automatic
tyre quick repair kit cannot guarantee the
correct hold because the tyre is too damaged.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
❒if a pressure value of at least 1.8 bar is detected,
restore the correct pressure (with the engine
running and the handbrake engaged), resume
driving and drive with great care to the nearest
Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Inform the dealership that the tyre has
been repaired using the tyre quick
repair kit . Give the instruction booklet to the
personnel charged with handling the treated
tyre.
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