2015 FIAT 500L towing

Automatic Transmission
•Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
•Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off
the ground).
If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is
discharged, refer to “Shift Lever Override” in this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
in order to move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with a
conventional automatic transmission. Damage to
the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require
towing, make sure all drive wheels are OFF the
ground.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered un-
der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter-
lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK
before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/
OFF (key removal) position. To remove the key manually,
proceed as follows:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake
2. Remove the Allen Key located in the rear cargo area, in
the tool bag (if equipped) or on the left side in the
cargo box.
342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard
diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and Euro Twin
Clutch Transmission control systems. When these sys-
tems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide
excellent performance and fuel economy, as well as
engine emissions well within current government regu-
lations.
If any of these systems require service, the OBD II system
will turn on the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).” It
will also store diagnostic codes and other information to
assist your service technician in making repairs. Al-
though your vehicle will usually be drivable and not
need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as
soon as possible.
CAUTION!
•Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause
further damage to the emission control system. It
could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before any emissions
tests can be performed.
•If the MIL is flashing while the engine is running,
severe catalytic converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine parts for normal/scheduled maintenance
and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the de-
signed performance. Damage or failures caused by the
use of parts which are not quality-equivalent to genuine
parts for maintenance and repairs will not be covered by
the manufacturer ’s warranty.
348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im-
portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifica-
tions, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam-
age:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
•Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the
vehicle.
•Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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

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
424 INDEX

Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................40
Radial Ply Tires..........................281
Radio Operation..........................190
Rear Camera............................134
Rear Liftgate (Sedan).......................29
Rear Window Features.....................160
Reclining Rear Seats.......................103
Recorder, Event Data.......................60
Recreational Towing.......................306
Reformulated Gasoline.....................299
Refrigerant..............................355
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
FCC General Information..................21
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........188
Replacement Bulbs........................390
Replacement Keys.........................15
Replacement Parts.........................348
Replacement Tires.........................289
Reporting Safety Defects....................413
Restraints, Child...........................61
Restraints, Occupant........................31
Rotation, Tires...........................292
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle..................85
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.................87
Safety Defects, Reporting....................413
Safety, Exhaust Gas.........................84
Safety Information, Tire.....................266
Safety Tips...............................83
Schedule, Maintenance.....................402
Seat Belt
Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode.......43
Engage The Automatic Locking Mode.........43
Lap/Shoulder Belts.......................34
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting...............39
430 INDEX

Pressure Warning Light...................173
Quality Grading........................415
Radial...............................281
Replacement...........................289
Rotation..............................292
Safety...............................266
Sizes................................268
Snow Tires............................283
Spinning.............................287
Tread Wear Indicators....................287
Tire Safety Information.....................266
Tire Service Kit...........................314
Towing................................305
Disabled Vehicle........................340
Recreational...........................306
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome...........306
Traction................................251
Traction Control..........................260
Trailer Towing...........................305
Transmission
Automatic............................229
Euro Twin Clutch.......................229
Fluid................................374
Maintenance...........................374
Manual..............................227
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .136
Transporting Pets..........................82
Tread Wear Indicators......................287
Trip Odometer...........................175
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid).......................30
Trunk Release, Emergency....................30
Turn Signals.............................169
UCI Connector...........................187
Uconnect® Voice Command..................209
Uniform Tire Quality Grades.................415
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .187
Universal Transmitter......................136
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