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OPENING THE HOOD
•Pull the release lever located below the
instrument panel and in front of the
driver’s door.
•Raise the hood and locate the safety
latch in the middle of the hood opening.
•Move the safety latch while lifting the
hood at the same time.
•Insert the support rod into the slot on
the hood.
•To close the hood, remove the support
rod and place it in the retaining clip, then
lower the hood slowly.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
Release Lever Location
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F21 – 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump
F23 – 20 Amp Yellow Anti-Lock Brake Valves
F24 – 7.5 Amp Brown Stability Control System
F30 – 5 Amp Tan After Run Pump
F81 70 Amp Tan – PTC (Secondary)
F82 40 Amp Orange – Transmission
F83 40 Amp Orange – PTC (Primary)
F84 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission
F85 15 Amp Blue Front Power Outlet 12V
F86 – 15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet 12V
F88 7.5 Amp Brown Heated Mirrors
Interior Fuses
The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module (BCM) and is located on the
driver's side under the instrument panel.
CavityVehicle FuseNumberMini Fuse Description
1 F12 7.5 Amp Brown Right Low Beam
2 F32 7.5 Amp BrownFront and Rear Ceiling LightsTr u n k a n d D o o r C o u r t e s y L i g h t s
3 F53 7.5 Amp Brown Instrument Panel Node
4 F38 20 Amp Yellow Central Door Locking
5 F36 15 Amp BlueDiagnostic Socket, Car Radio,Climate Control System, TPMS,Sunroof
6 F90 7.5 Amp Brown Left High Beam
Interior Fuse Panel
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AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®
•The following highlights just some of the many Authentic FIAT Accessories by Mopar®
featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your FIAT 500L.
•In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium
protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle
with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved.
•For the full line of Authentic FIAT Acces-
sories by Mopar®, visit your local dealer-
ship or online at mopar.com for U.S.
residents and mopar.ca for Canadian
residents.
NOTE:
All parts are subject to availability.
EXTERIOR:
•Chrome Hood Spear•17” Wheels•Front End Cover
•Chrome Mirror Cover•Wheel Locks•Molded Splash Guards
•Front Air Deflector•License Plate Frames•Vehicle Cover
•Roof And Body Graphics•Fender Badges•Valve Stem Caps
INTERIOR:
•Door Sill Guards•Pedal Kits•Premium Carpet Mats
•Cargo Tray•Key Covers•Slush Mats
•Headrest Coat Hanger•Roadside Safety Kit•Cargo Organizer
•Katzkin Leather Interiors
ELECTRONICS:
•GPS Tracking System(s)•Sound System Upgrades•Interior/Ambient Lighting
•Wi-Fi
CARRIERS:
•Bike Carrier•Luggage Carrier•Snowboard/Ski Carrier
•Hitch-mount Bike Carrier
PERFORMANCE:
•Cold Air Intake•Performance Exhaust
Key Covers
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
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Points To Remember.........126
Pressure Cap.............126
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)..126
Corrosion Protection...........126
Cruise Control (Speed Control)......29
Customer Assistance............137
Customer Programmable Features.....85
Defects, Reporting.............138
Disarming, Security System..........9DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)......126Door Locks.................8, 9Driver Cockpit................4
ElectronicsYour Vehicle's Sound System......40Electronic Speed Control (CruiseControl).................29Electronic Stability Control (ESC)......38Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light..96Electronic Vehicle Information Center(EVIC)..................84Emergency, In Case OfFreeing Vehicle When Stuck......116Jacking..................99Towing.................116EngineAir Cleaner...............126Break-In Recommendations.......26Checking Oil Level...........126Compartment.............122Cooling.................126Oil................124, 126Oil Filler Cap.............126Oil Selection..............126Overheating...............98Temperature Warning Light.......94Euro Twin Clutch Transmission.......34Fluid Type...............125Event Data Recorder............120Exhaust System...............126
FAQ....................140FiltersAir Cleaner..............126Engine Fuel..............124Engine Oil...............126
Engine Oil Disposal..........126
Flashers
Turn Signal...............96
Flash-To-Pass.................27
Fluid, Brake.................125
Fluid Capacities...............124
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts...124
Fog Lights..................97
Folding Rear Seat..............23
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle...........118Frequently Asked Questions........140Front Heated Seats.............24FuelAdding.................37Capacity................124Tank Capacity.............124Fueling....................37Fuse....................130Fuses....................130
Gasoline (Fuel)...............124General Maintenance............126Glass Cleaning...............126
Hands-Free Phone (Uconnect®)......74HeadlightsCleaning................126Heated Mirrors.............31, 33Heated Seats................24High Beam Indicator.............96HomeLink® (Garage Door Opener)....86Hood Release...............121
Identifying Your Radio............42Information Center, Vehicle.........84Instrument Cluster Warning Lights.....92Instrument Panel Cover..........126Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning......126Interior And Instrument Lights........5Interior Appearance Care.........126Inverter Outlet (115V)...........88Inverter, Power...............88iPod®/USB/MP3 ControlBluetooth® Streaming Audio......74
Jack Operation................99
Key Fob....................8
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Disarm The Alarm.............9
Lane Change Assist.............26
Lap/Shoulder Belts..............11
LATCH (Lower Anchors And Tether
For CHildren)............16, 18
Liftgate....................8
Light Bulbs.................136
Lights
Fog...................97High Beam Indicator..........96Low Fuel................92Seat Belt Reminder...........94Security Alarm.............97Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)...93Turn Signal...............26LocksKeys...................8Liftgate, Tailgate..............8Lower Anchors And Tether For CHildren(LATCH).................16Lubrication, Body..............126
Maintenance Free Battery.........126Maintenance, General...........126Maintenance Procedures..........126Maintenance Schedule...........126Malfunction Indicator Light (CheckEngine)..................95Manual TransmissionLubricant Selection..........125Master Cylinder (Brakes)..........126MirrorsHeated...............31, 33
Navigation..................63New Vehicle Break-In Period........26
Occupant Restraints.............15Oil Change Indicator............98Oil Change Indicator, Reset.........98Oil, Engine...............124, 126Capacity................124Change Interval............126Checking................126Disposal................126Filter..................126Filter Disposal.............126
Materials Added To..........126
Recommendation.........124, 126
Viscosity................126
Oil Filter, Selection.............126
Oil Pressure Light..............92
Outlet
Power..................89
Overheating, Engine.............98
Paint Care.................126Phone, Hands-Free (Uconnect®)......74Phone (Uconnect®).............74Placard, Tire And Loading Information...133PowerDoor Locks...............9Inverter.................88Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...89Steering.................97Sunroof.................33Power Steering Fluid............125Programmable Electronic Features.....85
Radio Operation...............45Radio (Sound Systems)...........45Rear Seat, Folding..............23Reclining Front Seats............22Recreational Towing.............90Refrigerant.................126Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)Disarm The Alarm.............9Replacement Bulbs.............136Reporting Safety Defects..........138
Schedule, Maintenance...........126Seat BeltEngage The Automatic Locking Mode..17Seat Belt Maintenance...........126Seat Belts..................11Adjustable Shoulder Belt........11Pretensioners..............11Reminder................94Seat Belt Warning............11SeatsAdjustment...............22Heated.................24Rear Folding...............23Security Alarm................97Disarm The System............9
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