2014 FIAT 500L tire pressure

(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire:
Always start the engine before turning ON the TIREFIT kit.
NOTE:
Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in
NEUTRAL.
After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white fluid) will flow from the Sealant
Bottle (1) through the Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.
NOTE:
Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire.
If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within0–10seconds through the Sealant Hose
(6):
1.Press the Power Button (4) to turn Off the TIREFIT kit.Disconnect the Sealant Hose
(6) from the valve stem.Make sure the valve stem is free of debris.Reconnect the
Sealant Hose (6) to the valve stem.Check that the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the
Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode.Press the Power Button (4) to turn On the
TIREFIT kit.
2.Connect the Power Plug (8) to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or
another vehicle, if available.Make sure the engine is running before turning ON the
TIREFIT kit.
3.The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to previous use.Call for assistance.
NOTE:
If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense
from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant Hose (6):
1.Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through the hose
(typically takes 30 - 70 seconds).As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose (6),
the Pressure Gauge (3) can read as high as 70 psi (4.8 Bar).The Pressure Gauge (3)
will decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi (4.8 Bar) to the actual tire pressure
when the Sealant Bottle (1) is empty.
2.The pump will start to inject air into the tire immediately after the Sealant Bottle (1)
is empty.Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated
on the tire pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar (recommended pressure).
Check the tire pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3).
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If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes:
The tire is too badly damaged.Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further.Call for assis-
tance.
NOTE:
If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure
to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure
within 15 minutes:
1.Press the Power Button (4) to turn off the TIREFIT kit.
2.Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle (1) and place the
sticker on the instrument panel.
3.Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the valve stem, reinstall the cap
on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage
location.Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Vehicle.”
(D) Drive Vehicle:
Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km)
or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire.Do not
exceed 55 mph (88 km/h).
(E) After Driving:
Pull over to a safe location.Refer to “Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT” before continuing.
1.Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Air Mode position.
2.Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw the fitting at the end of
hose (7) onto the valve stem.
3.Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicles 12 Volt power outlet.
4.Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge (3).
If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar), the tire is too badly damaged. Do not
attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance.
If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) 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 dealer or tire service center.
5.Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.”
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NOTE:
•If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pres-
sure to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
•When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized dealer 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.
CAUTION!
•The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be
handled carefully.
•Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can
result in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior.It can also
result in sealant contacting internal TIREFIT kit components which may cause per-
manent damage to the kit.
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WARNING!
•Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic.Pull far
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit.
•Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances:
•If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4”.(6 mm) or larger.
•If the tire has any sidewall damage.
•If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure.
•If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire.
•If the wheel has any damage.
•If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel.
•Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source.
•A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the
occupants of the vehicle.Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place provided.Failure
to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
•Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes,
or clothing.TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin.
It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation.Flush immediately with plenty of water
if there is any contact with eyes or skin.Change clothing as soon as possible, if
there is any contact with clothing.
•TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex.In case of an allergic reaction or rash, con-
sult a physician immediately.Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children.If swallowed,
rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water.Do not
induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.
•TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair.Have the tire inspected and repaired
or replaced after using TIREFIT.Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h) until the tire is
repaired or replaced.Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are
serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE
•If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump-started using a set of jumper
cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in
this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the manufacturer’s operating instruc-
tions and precautions.
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FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
•If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rock-
ing motion.Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
wheels.Then shift back and forth between DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE.Using mini-
mal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels, is most effective.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control or Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and
failure.Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one
minute after every five rocking-motion cycles.This will minimize overheating and
reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck
vehicle.
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between DRIVE/2nd and REVERSE,
do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may
result.
•Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission over-
heating and failure.It can also damage the tires.Do not spin the wheels above
30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring).
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires.A tire could explode and injure
someone.Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck and do not
let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system.The oil change
indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled
maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate in
the instrument cluster.This means that service is required for your vehicle.Operating
conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow and extremely hot or cold ambient
temperatures will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is
displayed.Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset.Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the
scheduled oil change.If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your
authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
in your Owners Manual on the DVD for further information.
NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
twelve months, whichever comes first.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off
road environment.This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
•Check engine oil level
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir, brake master cylinder reservoir, and
transmission as needed
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
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TIRE PRESSURES
•Check the inflation pressure of each tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recom-
mended pressure for your vehicle.
•The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading
Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening.
NOTE:
Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD
for more information regarding tire warn-
ings and instructions.
WARNING!
•Overloading of your tires is dangerous.Overloading can cause tire failure, affect
vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance.Use tires of the recom-
mended load capacity for your vehicle.Never overload them.
•Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions.Under-inflation is
the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component
separation, or “blow out”.Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock.
Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure.
Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.You could lose control of your
vehicle.Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail
suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
•How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg.13
•How do I adjust my rear seat? pg.17
ELECTRONICS
•What Sound System do I have? pg.32
•How do I set the clock on my radio? pg.35
•How do I set the presets on my radio? pg.36
•How do I use my USB/Audio Jack (AUX)? pg.38
•How do I pair my cell phone via Uconnect® Phone (Bluetooth® Hands Free Calling)?
pg.39
UTILITY
•How much can I tow with my FIAT 500L? pg.68
•How do I tow my FIAT 500L behind another vehicle? pg.68
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
•What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg.71
•How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg.86
•What should I do if my engine overheats? pg.74
•How do I change a flat tire? pg.75
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
•Where is my underhood fuse block located? pg.100
•Where is my interior fuse block located? pg.101
•What type of oil do I use? pg.95
•How often should I change my engines oil? pg.96
•What should my tire pressure be set at? pg.103
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