2015 FIAT 500L LIVING washer fluid

1.6 16V 120 HP MultiJet versionsA. Engine oil dipstick – B. Engine oil cap/filler – C. Engine coolant – D. Windscreen/rear window washer fluid – E. Brake fluid – F. Battery
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ENGINE OIL
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70) 71)
4)
Check that the oil level is between the
MIN and MAX references on the
dipstick A. If the oil level is near or even
under the MIN mark, add oil using the
filler B to reach the MAX mark. Take out
the engine oil dipstick A, clean it with
a lint-free cloth and reinsert it. Extract
the engine oil dipstick again and check
that the level is between the MIN and
MAX marks on the dipstick. On 0.9
TwinAir Turbo 105 HP versions,
unscrew the cap, clean the dipstick
with a lint-free cloth, reinsert the
dipstick and screw the cap back on.
Unscrew the cap again and check that
the engine oil level is between the
MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick.
Engine oil consumption: the
maximum engine oil consumption is
usually 400 grams every 1000 km.
During the initial period of use the
engine oil consumption conditions
should be considered as having
stabilised after the first 5000 - 6000
km.
ENGINE COOLANT
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72)
If the level is too low, unscrew the cap
of reservoir C and add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
152) 153)
If the level is too low, lift reservoir cap D
and add the fluid described in the
"Technical Specifications" chapter.
IMPORTANT The headlight washer
system will not operate when the fluid
level is low, even though the
windscreen/rear window washer
continues to operate. On some
versions there is a reference notch on
the dipstick: ONLY the windscreen/rear
window washer operates with the
level below this reference.BRAKE FLUID
154) 155)
73)
Check that the fluid is at the max. level.
If the fluid level in the reservoir is too
low, undo reservoir cap E and add the
fluid described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
DUALOGIC GEARBOX
CONTROL OIL
5)
The gearbox control oil level should only
be checked at a Fiat Dealership.BATTERY
156) 157) 158) 159)
6)
The battery does not require the
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled
water. A periodic check carried out at
a Fiat Dealership is, however, necessary
to check efficiency.
IMPORTANT After the battery is
disconnected, the steering must be
initialised. The
warning light on the
instrument panel switches on to
indicate this. To carry out this
procedure turn the steering wheel all
the way from one end to the other
or drive in a straight line for about a
hundred metres.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at start-up.
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CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM MAINTENANCEIn winter, the climate control system
must be turned on at least once a
month for about 10 minutes. Before
summer, have the system checked at a
Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
148)Never smoke when performing
operations in the engine compartment.
Flammable gases and fumes may be
present and risk igniting.
149)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine
is hot: you may get burnt.
150)If the engine oil is being topped up,
wait for the engine to cool down before
loosening the filler cap, particularly for
vehicles with aluminium cap (where
provided). IMPORTANT: risk of burns!
151)The cooling system is pressurised. If
necessary, only replace the cap with
another original one or the operation of the
system may be adversely affected. Do
not remove the reservoir cap when the
engine is hot: risk of burns.
152)Do not travel with the washer fluid
reservoir empty: the washer operation
is essential for improving visibility. Repeated
operation of the system without fluid could
damage or cause rapid deterioration of
some system components.153)Certain commercial additives for
washer fluids are inflammable. The engine
compartment contains hot components
which may set it on fire.
154)Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental
contact, immediately wash the affected
parts with water and mild soap. Then rinse
thoroughly. Call a doctor immediately if
swallowed.
155)The
symbol on the container
indicates a synthetic brake fluid, which is
different from a mineral fluid. Using a
mineral fluid will damage the special rubber
seals of the braking system beyond repair.
156)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Keep open flames away from the
battery and do not use objects that might
create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
157)Using the battery with insufficient
fluid irreparably damages the battery and
may cause an explosion.
158)If the vehicle must remain unused for
a long time at a very low temperature,
remove the battery and take it to a warm
place, to avoid freezing.
159)When performing any operation on
the battery or near it, always protect your
eyes with special goggles.WARNING
69)Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they
are not compatible with each other!
Topping up with an unsuitable fluid could
severely damage your vehicle.70)The oil level should never exceed the
MAX mark.
71)Do not add oil with specifications other
than those of the oil already in the engine.
72)PARAFLU
UP
anti-freeze fluid is used
in the engine cooling system; use the same
fluid type as that already in the cooling
system when topping up. PARAFLU
UP
may not be mixed with other types of
anti-freeze fluids. In the event of topping up
with an unsuitable product, under no
circumstances start the engine and contact
a Fiat Dealership.
73)Avoid allowing brake fluid, which is
extremely corrosive, to come into contact
with painted areas. Should it happen, wash
immediately with water.
74)Incorrect assembly of electrical and
electronic accessories may cause severe
damage to your vehicle. Go to a Fiat
Dealership if you want to install accessories
(e.g. anti-theft, radio phone, etc.): they will
suggest the most suitable devices and
advise you whether a higher capacity
battery needs to be installed.
WARNING
4)Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to the
environment. You are advised to contact a
Fiat Dealership to have the oil and filters
changed.
5)Used transmission fluid contains
substances that are harmful to the
environment. It is advisable to contact a
Fiat Dealership to have the fluid changed.
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WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WIPER
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75)
REPLACING THE
WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADESProceed as follows:
❒raise the wiper arm, press tab A fig.
151 of the attachment spring and
remove the blade from the arm;
❒fit the new blade, inserting the tab
into the special slot in the arm, making
sure that it is locked;
❒lower the wiper arm on the
windscreen.
REPLACING THE REAR
WINDOW WIPER BLADEProceed as follows:
❒raise cover A fig. 152, undo nut B
and remove arm C;
❒correctly position the new arm, fully
tighten the nut B then lower the cover
A.SPRAY NOZZLES
Windscreen washerThe windscreen washer jets A fig. 153
are fixed. If there is no jet of fluid, firstly
check that there is fluid in the reservoir
(see paragraph “Checking fluid levels”
in this chapter). Then check that the
nozzle holes are not clogged; use
a needle to unblock them if necessary.
Rear window washerThe rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located on the
rear window fig. 154.
WARNING
162)Driving with worn windscreen/rear
window wiper blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
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WARNING
81)In order to preserve the aesthetic
appearance of the paint abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used for
cleaning the vehicle.
82)Avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations. Wash the
vehicle only by hand using neutral pH
detergents; dry it with a wet chamois
leather. Abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the vehicle.
Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the acid
they contain is particularly aggressive.
Avoid (if at all possible) parking the vehicle
under trees; remove vegetable resins
immediately as, when dried, it may only be
possible to remove them with abrasive
products and/or polishes, which is highly
inadvisable as they could alter the typical
opaqueness of the paint. Do not use pure
screen washer fluid for cleaning the
windscreen and rear window; dilute it min.
50% with water. Only use pure screen
washer fluid when strictly necessary due to
outside temperature conditions.
WARNING
7)Detergents pollute water. Only wash
your vehicle in areas equipped to collect
and treat wastewater from this type of
activity.
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SUPPLIES
0.9 TwinAir Turbo 1.4 16V 95 HP 1.4 16V 120 HPPrescribed fuels and
original lubricants
Fuel tank (litres) 50 50 50
Unleaded petrol not less
than 95 RON (EN 228
specification) including a reserve of
(litres)6÷8 6÷8 6÷8
Engine cooling system
(litres)5.3 / 5.5
(*)
4.5
5.2 / 5.5
(**)
Mixture of distilled water
and 50% PARAFLU
UP
(***)
Engine sump (litres) 2.8 2.8 2.75SELENIA DIGITEK P.E.
(0.9 TwinAir Turbo version)
SELENIA K P.E. (1.4 16V
95 HP and 1.4 16V 120
HP) Engine sump and filter
(litres)3.3 2.95 3.1
Gearbox casing/
differential (litres)1.76 1.76 2.0TUTELA TRANSMISSION
TECHNYX (0.9 TwinAir
Turbo and 1.4 16V 95 HP
version) / TUTELA
TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE (1.4 16V
120 HP version)
Hydraulic brake circuit
(kg)0.5 0.5 0.5 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen and rear
window washer fluid
reservoir (litres)2.9 2.9 2.9Mixture of water and
TUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC35(*) Natural Power versions
(**) LPG versions
(***) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UP
and distilled water.
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1.3 16V MultiJet 1.6 16V MultiJetPrescribed fuels and original
lubricants
Fuel tank (litres) 50 50
Diesel for motor vehicles (EN 590
Specification)
including a reserve of (litres) 6 ÷ 8 6 ÷ 8
Engine cooling system (litres) 5.9 6.35Mixture of distilled water and
50% PARAFLU
UP
(*)
Engine sump (litres) 3.0 4.3
SELENIA WR P.E.
Engine sump and filter (litres) 3.2 4.75
Gearbox casing/differential (litres) 2.0 2.0TUTELA TRANSMISSION
TECHNYX (1.3 16V MultiJet
versions)
TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARFORCE (1.6 16V MultiJet
versions)
Dualogic gearbox hydraulic
activation system (litres)0.7 – TUTELA CS SPEED
Hydraulic brake circuit (kg) 0.5 0.5 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen and rear window
washer fluid reservoir (litres)2.9 2.9Mixture of water and TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35(*) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UP
and distilled water.
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UseFluid and lubricant features for
a correct use of the vehicleOriginal fluids and lubricants ApplicationsProtective agent for radiatorsRed protective agent with
antifreeze action, based on
inhibited monoethylene glycol with
organic formula. Exceeds CUNA
NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306
specifications. FIAT 9.55523
classificationPARAFLU
UP
(*)
Contractual Technical Reference
No. F101.M01Cooling circuit usage percentage:
50% water 50% PARAFLU
UP
(**)
Diesel fuel additiveAdditive for diesel with antifreeze
and protective action for diesel
enginesTUTELA DIESEL ART
Contractual Technical Reference
No. F601.L06To be mixed with diesel (25 cc per
10 litres)
Windscreen/rear window
washer fluidMixture of spirits and surfactants.
Exceeds CUNA NC 956-11
specifications. FIAT 9.55522
classificationTUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35
Contractual Technical Reference
No. F201.D02To be used diluted or undiluted in
windscreen washer/wiper systems(*) IMPORTANT Do not top up or mix with other fluids which have different specifications from those described.
(**) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a mixture of 60%PARAFLU
UP
and 40% demineralised water.
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