2015 FIAT 500L transmission fluid

tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
tion, visit your authorized dealer immediately to have
the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve-
hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle. However, if the vehicle is used for
police, fleet, taxi, etc., change the fluid as indicated in the
Maintenance Schedule. In addition, change the fluid if it
becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-
mission is disassembled for any reason.
Automatic Transmission — Aisin F21-250 HD
Transmission — If Equipped
Selection Of Lubricant
It is important to use the proper transmission fluid to
ensure optimum transmission performance and life. Use
only the manufacturer ’s specified transmission fluid.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in this
section for fluid specifications. It is important to maintain
the transmission fluid at the correct level using the
recommended fluid. No chemical flushes should be used
in any transmission; only the approved lubricant should
be used.
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CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter
shudder. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine
Parts” in this section for fluid specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) is an engineered
product and its performance may be impaired by supple-
mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi-
tives to the transmission. The only exception to this
policy is the use of special dyes for diagnosing fluid
leaks. Avoid using transmission sealers as they may
adversely affect seals.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
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 has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
tion, visit your authorized dealer immediately to have
the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve-
hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
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CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho-
rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam-
age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper
tools to adjust the fluid level accurately.
Fluid And Filter Changes
Under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at
the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the
life of the vehicle. Routine fluid and filter changes are not
required. However, change the fluid and filter if the fluid
becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans-
mission is disassembled for any reason.
Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants,
road surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme
hot or cold weather and other extreme conditions will
have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and under-
body protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion
resistance built into your vehicle.
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Chassis
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Manual Transmission – If EquippedWe recommend you use MOPAR® C Series Manual &
Dual Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission – If EquippedGear Oil:Use only MOPAR® C Series Manual & Dual
Dry Clutch Transmission Fluid or equivalent.
Control system:Use only MOPAR® C Series DDCT
SAE 75W Hydraulic Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use
the correct fluid may affect the function or performance
of your transmission.
Automatic Transmission – Aisin F21-250 HD Transmis-
sion – If Equipped
Use only MOPAR® AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect
the function or performance of your transmission.
Brake Master CylinderWe recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 4. If DOT 4
brake fluid is not available, then DOT 3 is acceptable.
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Mileage or time passed
(whichever comes first)
20,00030,00040,00050,00060,00070,00080,00090,000100,000110,000120,000130,000140,000150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,00048,00064,00080,00096,000112,000128,000144,000160,000176,000192,000208,000224,000240,000
Change the transmission fluid(manual, or Euro Twin Clutch) ifusing your vehicle for any of thefollowing: trailer towing, heavyloading, taxi, police, delivery ser-vice (commercial service), off-road, desert operation or morethan 50% of your driving is atsustained speeds during hotweather, above 90°F (32°C).
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Flush and replace the enginecoolant at 10 years or 150,000miles (240,000 km) whichevercomes first.
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406 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............367
Adding Fuel.............................302
Adding Washer Fluid......................362
Additives, Fuel...........................300
Air bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Air Bag
Air bag Operation.......................47
Air Bag Warning Light....................57
Driver Knee Air Bag......................48
Enhanced Accident Response................55
Event Data Recorder (EDR).................60
Front Air Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
If A Deployment Occurs...................53
Knee Impact Bolsters.....................48
Maintaining Your Air Bag System............59
Air bag Deployment........................44
Air bag Light.............................57
Air bag Maintenance........................59
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .352
Air Conditioner Maintenance.................355
Air Conditioning Filter.....................356
Air Conditioning Refrigerant.................355
Air Conditioning System....................355
Air Pressure, Tires.........................279
Alarm (Security Alarm)......................15
Alarm System (Security Alarm)................15
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
Fluid Type............................374
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..................366
Capacities............................397
Disposal..............................369
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)................257
Anti-Lock Warning Light....................177
Appearance Care.........................377
Arming System (Security Alarm)...............15
Audio Systems (Radio).....................187
Automatic Dimming Mirror...................93
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Automatic Transmission....................229
Adding Fluid..........................376
Autostick.............................250
Fluid and Filter Changes..................377
Fluid Change..........................377
Fluid Level Check.......................376
Fluid Type............................400
Gear Ranges...........................244
Special Additives.......................376
Autostick...............................250
Auto Up Power Windows....................27
Battery.................................353
Jump Starting..........................332
Belts, Seat...............................85
Body Mechanism Lubrication.................358
B-Pillar Location..........................273
Brake Assist System.......................259
Brake Fluid.............................400
Brake, Parking...........................255
Brakes.................................371
Brake System............................257
Anti-Lock (ABS)........................257
Master Cylinder........................371
Parking..............................255
Warning Light.........................168
Brake/Transmission Interlock.................231
Bulb Replacement.........................390
Bulbs, Light..............................87
Camera, Rear............................134
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)..........397
Capacities, Fluid..........................397
Caps, Filler
Fuel.................................344
Oil (Engine)...........................351
Carbon Monoxide Warning...................84
Car Washes.............................378
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..............262
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)......134
Exit Trip..............................182
Start Of Trip Procedure...................182
Emergency Deck Lid Release..................30
Emergency, In Case of
Hazard Warning Flasher..................311
Jacking...............................324
Jump Starting..........................332
Towing..............................340
Emergency Trunk Release....................30
Engine
Air Cleaner...........................352
Break-In Recommendations.................82
Checking Oil Level......................350
Compartment..........................347
Cooling..............................365
Exhaust Gas Caution.....................84
Fails to Start...........................226
Flooded, Starting.......................226
Fuel Requirements......................299
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..350
Oil Filler Cap..........................351
Oil Selection...........................351
Overheating...........................311
Starting..............................224
Temperature Gauge......................169
Enhanced Accident Response Feature............55
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission...............229
Fluid Type............................374
Gear Ranges...........................233
Event Data Recorder........................60
Exhaust Gas Caution........................84
Exhaust System...........................84
Exterior Lights............................87
Filler Location Fuel........................169
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