2014 FIAT 500L LIVING service

We really know your car because we invented, designed and built it: we really know every single detail.
At Fiat Service authorised workshopsyou can find technicians directly trained by us,
offering quality and professionalism for all service operations.
Fiat workshops are always close to you for the regular servicing operations, season checks
and practical recommendations by our experts.
With Fiat Genuine Parts you keep the reliability, comfort and performance features
of your new car unchanged in time: that's why you bought it for.
Always ask for Genuine Parts for the components used on our cars; we recommend them because
they come from our steady commitment in research and development of highly innovative technologies.
For all these reasons: rely on Genuine Parts, because they are the only ones designed
by Fiat for your car.
SAFETY:
BRAKING SYSTEMENVIRONMENT: PARTICULATE FILTERS,
CLIMATE CONTROL MAINTENANCECOMFORT: SUSPENSION
AND WINDSCREEN WIPERS PERFORMANCE: SPARK PLUGS,
INJECTORS AND BATTERIESLINEACCESSORI
ROOF RACK BARS, WHEEL RIMS
WHY CHOOSING
GENUINE PARTS
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Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat 500L.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your car and use it in the best possible way.
You are recommended to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
It contains important information, advice and instructions for the use of the car which will help you get the very best out
of your Fiat. The handbook also provides a description of special features and tips as well as essential information for
correct care, maintenance, safe car driving and use and preservation of your Fiat over time.
Carefully read the warnings and indications marked with the following symbols:
personal safety;car safety;environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its Customers:
❒the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity;
❒the range of additional services available to Fiat Customers.
We are sure that these will help you familiarise with your new car and appreciate it and the care provided by the people
at Fiat.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!This Owner Handbook describes all the versions of the Fiat 500L. As a consequence,
you should only consider the information which is related to the trim level, engine
and version that you have purchased. All data contained in this publication are purely
indicative. Fiat Group Automobiles can modify the specifications of the vehicle
model described in this publication at any time, for technical or commercial
reasons. For further information, contact a Fiat Dealership.

SETUP MENU
The menu comprises a series of options which can
be selected using buttons
and
to access the
different selection and setting operations (Setup)
indicated below. Some options have a submenu.
The menu can be activated by briefly pressing the
button.
The menu comprises the following options:
❒MENU
❒LIGHTING
❒HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT (for versions/markets,
where provided)
❒SPEED BEEP
❒HEADLIGHT SENSOR (for versions/markets
where provided)
❒CORNERING LIGHTS (for versions/markets,
where available)❒RAIN SENSOR (for versions/markets, where
provided)
❒TRIP B ACTIVATION/DATA
❒SET TIME
❒SET DATE
❒AUTOCLOSE
❒MEASUREMENT UNIT
❒LANGUAGE
❒WARNINGS VOLUME
❒BELT BUZZER
❒SERVICE
❒AIRBAG/PASSENGER BAG (for versions/markets,
where provided)
❒DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (for versions/
markets, where provided)
❒CITY BRAKE C./COLLISION MITIGATION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
❒EXIT MENUfig. 10
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KNOW YOUR CARSAFETY
STARTING AND
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WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

Warnings volume
(Adjusting the alert/warning acoustic signal
volume)
With this function the volume of the buzzer which
accompanies the display of any failure/warning can be
adjusted to 8 levels.
To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:
❒press button
briefly. The volume “level” set
previously flashes on the display;
❒press
or
to make your choice;
❒press the
button briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold the button down to return to the
standard screen without storing.
Seat belt buzzer
(SBR buzzer reactivation)
This function can only be displayed after a Fiat
Dealership has deactivated the SBR system (see
paragraph “SBR system” in the “Safety” chapter).
To reactivate this function, proceed as follows:
❒press thebutton briefly; "Off" will flash on the
display. Press the
or
button and "On"
will appear;
❒press the
button briefly to return to the
submenu screen or hold the button down
to return to the main menu screen without saving.Service (Scheduled servicing)
With this function it is possible to view information
on mileage or time intervals for servicing.
To consult this display, proceed as follows:
❒press button
briefly. The display shows the
service interval in kilometres (km) or miles (mi)
according to the previous setting (see the "Units of
measurement" paragraph);
❒press the
button briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold it down to return to the standard
screen.
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KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
NoteThe “Scheduled Servicing Plan” includes car
maintenance at fixed intervals, refer to the
"Maintenance and care" chapter. This message is
displayed automatically - when the key is turned to
MAR-ON - 2,000 km (or equivalent value in miles)
before these deadlines and reappears every 200
km (or equivalent value in miles). Below 200 km
servicing indications are more frequent. The display
will be in km or mi depending on the measurement
unit settings. When one of the next scheduled
deadlines is approaching, the word “Service” will
appear on the display, followed by the number of
kilometres or miles left, when the key is turned to
MAR-ON. Contact a Fiat Dealership. The operations
in the “Scheduled servicing plan” will be performed
and the message will be reset.

ACCESSORIES PURCHASED
BY THE OWNERIf after buying the car, you decide to install electrical
accessories that require a permanent electric supply
(radio, satellite anti-theft system, etc.) or accessories
that in any case burden the electric supply, contact
a Fiat Dealership, whose qualified personnel, besides
suggesting the most suitable devices from
Lineaccessori Fiat, will also evaluate the overall
electric consumption, checking whether the car's
electrical system is able to withstand the load
required, or whether it needs to be integrated with a
more powerful battery.
WARNING
Take care when fitting additional
spoilers, alloy wheels or non-standard
wheel hubs: they could reduce the ventilation of
the brakes and affect efficiency under sharp,
repeated braking or on long descents. Make
sure that nothing obstructs the pedal stroke
(mats, etc .)INSTALLING ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
DEVICES
Electrical and electronic devices installed after buying
the car in the context of after-sales service must
carry the label (see fig. 125):
Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. authorises the
installation of transceiver devices on condition that
such installations are carried out in a workmanlike
fashion, following the manufacturer’s instructions, at
a specialised centre.
IMPORTANT Traffic police may not allow the car on
the road if devices have been installed which modify
the features of the car. This may also cause
invalidation of warranty in relation to faults caused
by the change either directly or indirectly related
to it.
Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. shall not be liable for
damage caused by the installation of accessories
either not supplied or recommended by Fiat Group
Automobiles S.p.A. and/or not installed in
compliance with the provided instructions.
fig. 125
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SAFETY
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WARNING LIGHTS
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SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

Never use a fast batter y-charger to star t
the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your car, particularly
the ignition and fuel supply control units.
WARNING
This procedure must be performed by
expert personnel because incorrect
actions could cause electrical discharge of
considerable intensity. Furthermore, battery
fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid contact
with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lighted cigarettes away from the battery and do
not cause sparks.
BUMP STARTING
Never jump start the engine by pushing, towing or
coasting downhill.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake servo and
electrical power steering system are not active until
the engine is started. A much greater effort will
therefore be required to use the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.
REPLACING A WHEELGENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The car is equipped with the "Fix&Go Automatic
Kit": see the paragraph “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” for
how to use this device.
As an alternative to the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” the
car may be equipped with a space-saver wheel: see
the instructions on the following pages for changing
the wheel.
WARNING
The space-saver wheel (for versions/
markets where provided) is specific to
your car, do not use it on other models, or use
the space-saver wheel of other models on your
car.The space-saver wheel must only be used
in case of emergency. It must only be used
for the distance necessary to reach a service
point and the car speed must not exceed 80
km/h.The space-saver wheel has an orange
sticker that summarises the main cautions for
use and limitations. Never remove or cover
the label.The following information is provided
in four languages on the label: "Important!
For temporary use only! 80 km/h max! Replace
with a standard tyre as soon as possible. Never
cover this indication." Never apply a hub cap on
a space-saver wheel.
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YOUR CAR
SAFETY
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AND MESSAGESIN AN
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WARNING
If a general fuse (MEGA-FUSE,
MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Before replacing a fuse, make sure that
the ignition key has been removed
and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
WARNING
If a general protection fuse for safety
systems (airbag system, braking system),
power unit systems (engine system, transmission
system) or steering system is triggered, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
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YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
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WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICINGCorrect servicing is essential in guaranteeing a long
life for the car under the best conditions.
Fiat has therefore arranged a series of checks and
maintenance operations to be carried out every
30,000 kilometres (for petrol versions) or every
35,000 kilometres (for diesel versions).
Check the items on the Scheduled Servicing Plan
(e.g. periodically check level of liquids, tyre pressure,
etc.) before 30,000/35,000 km and between these
services deadlines.Scheduled Servicing is offered by all Fiat Dealerships
according to a set time schedule. If, during each
operation, in addition to the ones scheduled, the
need arises for further replacements or repairs,
these may be carried out only with the explicit
agreement of the Customer. If your car is
used frequently for towing, the interval between one
service operation and the next should be reduced.
WARNING
At 2000 km from the next service operation the
display will show a message.
The Scheduled Servicing intervals are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to comply with the schedule
may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform a Fiat Dealership of any small
operating irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
238GETTING TO KNOW
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCYSERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX