2016 FIAT 500E maintenance

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted
with your new FIAT® vehicle and to provide a convenient reference
source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your
Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and
important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual,
Navigation/Uconnect Manuals and other Warning Labels in your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For
additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle,
visit www.mopar.com (U.S.), www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your
local FIAT
® Dealer.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent
causes of collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with
blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking,
don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend,
or use public transportation.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your
vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy
of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or
Warranty Booklet by calling 1-888-242-6342 (U.S.) or
1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.
Driving after drinking can lead to a collision. Your perceptions are less
sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you
have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
WARNING
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The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the
vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. FCA US LLC
strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when
using any device or feature that may take their attention off the
road. Use of any electrical devices, such as cellular phones,
computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices,
by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could
lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous
and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find
yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation,
pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some
states or provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or
texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to
comply with all local laws.
IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with
the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed
contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals,
Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and Roadside Assistance (new
vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new
vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you
find it useful. U.S. residents can purchase replacement '9' kits
by visiting www.techauthority.com and Canadian residents
can purchase replacement DVD kits by calling 1-800-387-1143 .

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWELCOME FROM FIAT...............2
IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION......4
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDRIVER COCKPIT..................6
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER..............8
GETTING STARTEDELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES..........10
ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION.........13
CHARGING THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY...16
STARTING YOUR 500e...............19
KEY FOB......................20
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM...........21
POWER DOOR LOCKS..............21
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS........21
HEAD RESTRAINTS.................31
SEATS........................33
REAR SEATS.....................37
TILT STEERING COLUMN.............38
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEXTENDING YOUR DRIVING RANGE PER
CHARGE.......................39
LIGHTS.......................40
WIPER/WASHER LEVER..............43
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL........44
POWER WINDOWS................47
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
(ATC).........................48
REAR PARK ASSIST.................49
POWER SUNROOF.................50
ELECTRONICSYOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM........52
CYBERSECURITY..................54
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO............55
UCONNECT 5.0..................56
USB/AUX CONTROL................60
UCONNECT 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION
QUICK TIPS.....................61
UCONNECT PHONE...............68
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS.....77
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC)...................77
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES...........78
TRIP BUTTON....................79
POWER OUTLET.................80
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING.................82
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)...............82
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE..............83
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS......83
TIRE SERVICE KIT..................89
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE
(12 VOLT BATTERY ONLY)............96
MANUAL PARK RELEASE.............99
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.........100
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM..100
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE...........101
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)........102
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD..............103
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — ELECTRIC....104
FLUID CAPACITIES................106
FLUIDS, LUBES, AND GENUINE PARTS.....106
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.........107
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE..........107
FUSES.......................110
TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION......113
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS....116
REPLACEMENT BULBS..............117
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER............118
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING
IMPAIRED.....................118
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING...........118
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE
UNITED STATES..................118
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR....119
FAQ ’s
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.......120
INDEX......................121
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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EXTENDING YOUR DRIVING RANGE PER CHARGE
•A little knowledge will go a long way to extend your driving range on the 500e.First
and foremost understand that the drive system and cabin temperature management
features use the most energy from the high voltage battery.Reducing energy draw
from these features are the easiest and most effective way to extend driving range.
•Just like a conventional vehicle, 500e likes to keep things smooth and steady for most
efficient operation.When driving, avoid aggressive driving styles and high speeds for
extended times.When practical, choose surface streets over the highway, work to
maintain a steady speed to extend range.
•The 500e uses high voltage components to heat and cool the cabin, so a little aware-
ness can go a long way to extend range.When using automatic climate control, con-
sider setting temperatures a few degrees higher or lower during hot and cold days.If
your 500e has been soaking in hot or cold temperatures for an extended period, it is
recommended that the car be preconditioned via the Uconnect Access smartphone
app while still plugged into a charging source.This will allow 500e to use external
power to establish a comfortable cabin temperature before the drive, and allow the
battery to maintain the temperature using significantly less energy during the drive.
Additional Tips:
•Keep tires properly inflated
•Avoid carrying nonessential cargo
•Be mindful of adding external accessories that may increase aerodynamic drag
•Perform all scheduled maintenance at recommended intervals
Driving Behavior Gauge
To help the driver extend the driving range of the high voltage battery your vehicle is
equipped with a Driving Behavior Gauge.The Driving Behavior Gauge is located on the
right side of the instrument cluster and displays three driving ranges:
Power
The Driving Behavior Gauge will move into
the Power range when under acceleration.
ECO
The Driving Behavior Gauge will move into
the ECO range when you are maximizing
the driving range of the high voltage bat-
tery.
Charge
The Driving Behavior Gauge will move into
the Charge range when battery regenera-
tion is active (either coasting or braking).
Driving Behavior Gauge
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– Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the ve-
hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.(If your vehicle has tires of a different size
than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your
tires is significantly under-inflated.Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure.Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat
and can lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also increases high voltage battery consump-
tion and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST
THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE
VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE
DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
After inflation, the vehicle may need to be driven for 20 minutes before the flashing light
will turn off.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly.The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale.When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated.This se-
quence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or
signal low tire pressure as intended.TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of rea-
sons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function prop-
erly.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Once A Month Or Before A Trip:
•Check windshield washer fluid level
•Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
•Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoirs and brake master cylinder
•Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Service Interval:
•Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear.
•
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses.
•
Inspect battery cooling system protection and hoses.
•
Check and adjust hand brake.
Maintenance Chart
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance
intervals.
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Mileage or time passed (whichever comes
first)
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
110,000
120,000
130,000
140,000
150,000
Or Years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Or Kilometers:
32,000
48,000
64,000
80,000
96,000
112,000
128,000
144,000
160,000
176,000
192,000
208,000
224,000
240,000
Additional Inspections
Inspect the CV joints.XX X X X
Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and
boot seals, and replace if necessary.
XXX X X X X
Inspect the brake linings.Replace as neces-
sary.XXX X X X X
Inspect parking brake function.Adjust as
necessary.XXX X X X X
Additional Maintenance
Replace cabin air filter.XXX X X X X
Clean and lube sun roof tracks.XX XX X X X X X X X X X X
Flush and replace the Power Electronics and
Battery Thermal Loop Systems at 10 years
or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever
comes first.XX
WARNING!
•You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle.Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the
right equipment.If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
•Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and perfor-
mance.This could cause an accident.
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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
20,000 Miles
(32,000 km) or
2 Years
30,000 Miles
(48,000 km) or
3 Years
40,000 Miles
(64,000 km) or
4 Years
50,000 Miles
(80,000 km) or
5 Years
60,000 Miles
(96,000 km) or
6 Years
70,000 Miles
(112,000 km) or
7 Years
80,000 Miles
(128,000 km) or
8 Years
Odometer Date Signature, Authorized
Service Center
90,000 Miles
(144,000 km) or
9 Years
100,000 Miles
(160,000 km) or
10 Years
110,000 Miles
(176,000 km) or
11 Years
120,000 Miles
(192,000 km) or
12 Years
130,000 Miles
(208,000 km) or
13 Years
140,000 Miles
(224,000 km) or
14 Years
150,000 Miles
(240,000 km) or
15 Years
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Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be
cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equiva-
lent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes.Do not use
oven cleaner.These products may damage the wheel's protective finish.Avoid automatic
car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel's pro-
tective finish.Only MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
NOTE:
The front and rear wheels are different sizes and cannot be used in place of each other.
Rotate the wheels “side-to-side” as shown in the diagram.
The tires on the front and rear of your
vehicle operate at different loads and per-
form different steering, driving, and braking
functions.For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely
rotation of tires.The benefits of rotation
are especially worthwhile with aggressive
tread designs such as those on all season
type tires.Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain mud, snow and wet traction
levels, and contribute to a smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals.The reasons
for any rapid or unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being performed.
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