2015 FIAT 500X towing

WARNING
57)It is advisable to contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the refitting procedure
carried out. If you would like to proceed
autonomously, special attention must
be paid to the correct coupling of
the retaining clips. Otherwise, noise might
be heard due to an incorrect fastening
of the lower cover with the upper cover.
TOWING THE
VEHICLEATTACHING THE TOW
HOOK
153) 154) 155)
The tow hook provided is located in the
tool box inside the boot.FrontProceed as follows:
❒release cap A fig. 136, operating in
the point shown by the arrow;
❒take tow hook B and screw it fully
onto the front threaded pin.RearProceed as follows:
❒release cap A fig. 137, operating in
the point shown by the arrow;
❒take tow hook B and screw it fully
onto the rear threaded pin
WARNING
153)For versions with key without remote
control, before towing, turn the ignition
key to MAR and then to STOP without
removing it. The steering column will
automatically lock when the key is
removed and the wheels cannot be
steered. Also check that the gearbox is in
neutral (on versions equipped with
automatic transmission, check that the
gear lever is in N position). For versions
with electronic key, bring the ignition device
to MAR and then to STOP, without
opening the door.
136
F1B0196C
137
F1B0197C
142
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154)The brake servo and the
electromechanical power steering will not
work while the vehicle is being towed.
You will therefore need to apply more force
on the brake pedal and steering wheel.
Do not use flexible cables when towing,
and avoid jerky movements. While towing,
make sure that the trailer hitch does not
damage any components it is touching.
When towing the vehicle, you must comply
with all specific traffic regulations and
adopt an appropriate driving behaviour. Do
not start the engine while towing the
vehicle. Before tightening the ring, clean
the threaded housing thoroughly. Make
sure that the ring is fully fastened in the
housing before towing the vehicle.
155)The front and rear tow hooks should
be used only for emergencies on the road.
You are allowed to tow the vehicle for
short distances using an appropriate
device in accordance with the highway
code (a rigid bar), to move the vehicle on
the road in readiness for towing or
transport via a breakdown vehicle. Tow
hooks MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles
off the road or where there are obstacles
and/or for towing operations using ropes or
other non-rigid devices. Respecting the
above conditions, towing must take place
with two vehicles (one towing, the other
towed) aligned as much as possible along
the same centre line.
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SCHEDULED
SERVICINGCorrect servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions.
For this reason, Fiat has planned a
series of checks and services at fixed
distance intervals and, for versions/
markets, where provided, at fixed time
intervals, as described in the Scheduled
Servicing Plan.
Regardless of the above, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
liquids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all
Fiat Dealerships according to fixed time
or kilometres/miles intervals. If, during
each operation, in addition to the ones
scheduled, the need arises for further
replacements or repairs, these may
be carried out with your explicit
agreement only. If your vehicle is used
frequently for towing, the interval
between one service operation and the
next should be reduced.
IMPORTANTThe Scheduled Servicing services are
set out by the Manufacturer. Failure
to comply with the schedule may
invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform a Fiat
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
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PERIODIC CHECKSEvery1,000km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
❒engine coolant level;
❒brake fluid level;
❒windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.HEAVY-DUTY USE OF THE
VEHICLEIf the vehicle is used mainly under one
of the following conditions:
❒towing a trailer or motorhome;
❒dusty roads;
❒short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
❒engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:❒check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and
rubber elements (boots/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
❒check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
❒visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
❒check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
On versions equipped with automatic
transmission AT9, change the
transmission oil and replace filters after
90,000 km (or 2 years) if the vehicle
is used in the following conditions: city
driving, short and repeated journeys
(less than 7-8 km) or frequent towing of
trailers or caravans.
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SBR (Seat Belt Reminder)
system ......................................... 77
Scheduled servicing ....................... 145
Scheduled Servicing Plan ....... 146-149
Seat belts....................................... 75
Seats ............................................. 15
Servicing procedures ..................... 164
Side bags....................................... 96
Side direction indicators (bulb
replacement) ................................ 126
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL) (bulb replacement) .............. 125
Single-colour display ...................... 39
Snow chains .................................. 167
Speed Limiter................................. 108
SRS (supplementary restraint
system) ........................................ 92
Starting the engine ......................... 100
Start&Stop system ......................... 107
Steering lock .................................. 10
Steering wheel ............................... 19
Supplies ......................................... 182
Symbols......................................... 3
TC (system)................................... 63
Technical specifications .................. 173
The keys ........................................ 8
Third brake lights (bulb
replacement) ................................ 127
Towing the vehicle .......................... 142
Towing trailers ................................ 117
Trip Computer ................................ 43
TSC (system) ................................. 64
Tyres (inflation pressure) ................. 177V
ehicle changes/alterations........... 3
W
arning lights and messages ....... 44
Weights.......................................... 180
Wheels and tyres ........................... 167
Window bag .................................. 96
Windows (cleaning) ........................ 169
Windscreen/rear window wiper ...... 25
Windscreen wiper
– replacing wiper blades............... 165
Windscreen wiper/washer .............. 25
– Smart washing function ............. 25
INDEX
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