2014 FIAT FREEMONT maintenance reset

SERVICING AND CARE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE –
GASOLINE ENGINE
The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this
manual must be done at the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent
maintenance may be needed for vehicles in severe
operating conditions, such as dusty areas and very
short trip driving. Inspection and service should also be
done anytime a malfunction is suspected.
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it
is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled mainte-
nance.
On Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
equipped vehicles “Oil Change Required” will be dis-
played in the EVIC and a single chime will sound,
indicating that an oil change is necessary.NOTE:
•The oil change indicator message will not moni-
tor the time since the last oil change. Change
your vehicles oil if it has been 12 months since
your last oil change even if the oil change indica-
tor message is NOT illuminated.
•Under no circumstances should oil change inter-
vals exceed 12,000 km or 12 months, whichever
comes first.
•Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular
wear.
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indica-
tor message after completing the scheduled oil change.
Failure to perform the required mainte-
nance items may result in damage to the
vehicle.
Thousands Of Kilometers
24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (*).
Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. •
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE —
DIESEL ENGINE
To help you have the best driving experience possible,
the manufacturer has identified the specific vehicle
maintenance service intervals that are required to keep
your vehicle operating properly and safely.
The manufacturer recommends that these maintenance
intervals be performed at your selling dealer. The tech-
nicians at your dealership know your vehicle best, and
have access to factory trained information, genuine FIAT
parts, and specially designed electronic and mechanical
tools that can help prevent future costly repairs.
The maintenance intervals shown should be performed
as indicated in this section.
The vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Required” message
will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 sec-
onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate thenext scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based, which
means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate
dependent upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN
position. To turn off the message temporarily, press
and release the Menu button.
NOTE:
• Under no circumstances should oil change intervals
exceed 24 months.
• Rotate the tires at the first sign of irregular
wear.
Failure to perform the required mainte-
nance items may result in damage to the
vehicle.
Thousands Of Kilometers
30 60 90 120 150 180
Months 24 48 72 96 120 144
Change engine oil and oil cartridge (or at
least every 24 months) (*) (**).
Check tire condition/wear and adjust
pressure if required. ••••••
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Fluid Level Check - Six-Speed Transmission
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 filler tube is capped and no dipstick is
provided. Your authorized dealer can check your trans-
mission fluid level using a special service dipstick. If you
notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunction, visit
your authorized dealer immediately to have the trans-
mission fluid level checked. Operating the vehicle with
an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission
damage.
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit
your authorized dealer immediately.
Severe transmission damage may occur.
Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to
adjust the fluid level accurately.
Car maintenance should be done at a
FIAT Dealership. For routine and minor
maintenance operations you wish to
carry out yourself, we do recommend you have
the proper equipment , genuine FIAT spare parts
and the necessary fluids; do not however carry out
these operations if you have no experience. Fluid Level Check – Four-Speed Automatic
Use the following procedure to check the transmission
fluid level properly:
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Run the engine at normal idle speed for at least
60 seconds, and leave the engine running for the rest
of this procedure.
3. Fully apply the parking brake, and press the brake pedal.
4. Place the shift lever momentarily into each gear position (allowing time for the transmission to fully
engage in each position), ending with the transmis-
sion in PARK.
5. Wipe the area around the dipstick clean to prevent dirt from entering the transmission.
6. Remove the dipstick and determine if the fluid is hot or cold. Hot fluid is approximately 82° C, which
is the normal operating temperature after the ve-
hicle is driven at least 24 km. Hot fluid cannot be
held comfortably between the fingertips. Cold fluid
is at a temperature of approximately 27° C.
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Locks..................................113
Automatic Door ........................115
Auto Unlock ..........................115
Child Protection ........................116
Door ...............................113
PowerDoor ...........................114
Steering Wheel ..........................19
Low Tire Pressure System ....................145
Lubrication, Body ..........................329
LuggageRack(RoofRack)....................132
LugNuts ...............................273
Maintenance Free Battery ....................326
Maintenance, General .......................323
Maintenance Procedures .....................323
Maintenance Schedule .......................311
Maintenance, Sunroof .......................113
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) .........264
Manual Transaxle ..........................342
Fluid Level Check .......................342
Lubricant Selection ......................342
Manual Transmission ........................237
Frequency of Fluid Change .................342
Lubricant Selection ......................342
Map/Reading Lights ..........................90
Marker Lights, Side .........................292
Master Cylinder (Brakes) .....................338
Methanol ...............................358
Methanol Fuel ............................358
Mini-Trip Computer .........................28
Mirrors..............................63, 100 Automatic Dimming ......................63
Electric Powered .........................64 Electric Remote
.........................64
Exterior Folding .........................65
Heated ...............................65
Outside ...............................64
Rearview ..............................63
Vanity ................................65
Mode Fuel Saver .............................27
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle .................5
Monitor, Tire Pressure System .................145
Multi-Function Control Lever ...................88
Navigation System (Uconnect® gps) ..........159, 160
New Vehicle Break-In Period ..................229
Occupant Restraints .................187, 220, 223
Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ........218, 219, 220,222
Oct
ane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ..............358, 362
Odometer ..............................266
Oil Change Indicator .....................27,266
Oil Change Indicator, Reset .................27, 266
Oil, Engine ...........................324, 362
Capacity .............................361
Change Interval ......................27, 325
Checking .............................324
Dipstick ..............................324
Disposal .............................326
Filter ................................362
Filter Disposal .........................326
Recommendation .......................361
Viscosity .......................... 325, 361
Onboard Diagnostic System ...................143
Operating Precautions ......................143
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