2016 FIAT 500X Filter

Materials Added To Engine Oil
The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-
dition of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to
the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives.
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
Care should be taken in disposing of used engine oil and
oil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil filters,
indiscriminately discarded, can present a problem to the
environment. Contact your authorized dealer, service
station or governmental agency for advice on how and
where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in
your area.
Engine Oil Filter
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter
at every engine oil change.
Engine Oil Filter Selection
This manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow type dispos-
able oil filter. Use a filter of this type for replacement. The
quality of replacement filters varies considerably. Only
high quality filters should be used to assure most efficient
service. MOPAR engine oil filters are high quality oil
filters and are recommended.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary
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WARNING!(Continued)
for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is
near the engine compartment before starting the
vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filters
varies considerably. Only high quality filters should be
used to assure most efficient service. MOPAR engine air
cleaner filters are a high quality filter and are recom-
mended.
Maintenance-Free Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery.
You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main-
tenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not lean
over a battery when attaching clamps. If acid
splashes in eyes or on skin, flush the area imme-
diately with large amounts of water. Refer to
“Jump-Starting Procedures” in the “In Case Of
Emergencies” section for further information.
• Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep
flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use
a booster battery or any other booster source with
an output greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning
system as the chemicals can damage your air condi-
tioning components. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf
HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro-
fluoolefine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. The manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service
be performed by authorized dealer using recovery and
recycling equipment.
NOTE:
Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil, and refrigerants.
A/C Air Filter
See your Authorized Dealer for service.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
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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. How-
ever, change the fluid and filter if the fluid becomes
contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the transmission 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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FLUID CAPACITIES
U.SMetric
Fuel (Approximate)
1.4L Turbo/2.4L Engine 12.7 Gallons48 Liters
Engine Oil With Filter
1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4.0 Quarts 3.8 Liters
2.4L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts5.2 Liters
Cooling System *
1.4L Turbo Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10
Year/150,000 Mile Formula) 5.5 Quarts
5.2 Liters
2.4L Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/
150,000 Mile Formula) 6.8 Quarts
6.5 Liters
* Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle filled to MAX level.
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TECHNICAL DATA 509

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTS
Engine
ComponentFluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the
requirements of FCA Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil – 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use SAE 5W-40 API Certified Synthetic Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-12991. Refer to
your engine oil filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine We recommend you use SAE 0W-20 API Certified Engine Oil, meeting the
requirements of FCA US Material Standard MS-6395. Refer to your engine oil
filler cap for correct SAE grade.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use a MOPAR Engine Oil Filter.
Spark Plugs We recommend you use MOPAR Spark Plugs.
Fuel Selection – 1.4L Turbo Engine91 Octane Recommended, 87 Acceptable, 0-15% Ethanol.
Fuel Selection – 2.4L Engine 87 Octane, 0-15% Ethanol.
510 TECHNICAL DATA

About Your Brakes....................... .197
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ............460
Adding Fuel ............................ .340
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .455
Additives, Fuel .......................... .338
AirBag ............................... .224
Advance Front Air Bag ................224, 225
Air Bag Operation ...................... .227
Air Bag Warning Light ...................237
Driver Knee Air Bag .....................228
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ................240
FrontAirBag ......................... .224
If A Deployment Occurs ..................234
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................228
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............239
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light ...........239
Side Air Bags ......................... .228
Transporting Pets ...................... .262
Air Bag Deployment ...................... .224Air Bag Light
........................ .237, 264
Air Bag Maintenance ...................... .239
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .449
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..........113,126, 451
Air Conditioning ..................... .109, 124
Air Conditioning Controls ...................109
Air Conditioning Filter .....................452
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..............451, 452
Air Conditioning System .................109, 451
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .490
Air Recirculation ......................113,123
Alarm Arm The System ........................50
All Wheel Drive (AWD) .....................305
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............7
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............459, 509
Disposal ............................. .462
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................198
Appearance

Care ........................ .469
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Assist, Hill Start......................... .201
Audio Systems (Radio) .....................548
Automatic Headlights .......................93
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) SYNC Temperature Button .................122
Automatic Transmission ..............290, 467, 469
Adding Fluid ...................... .469, 511
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................469
Fluid Change ......................... .469
Fluid Level Check ...................... .468
Fluid Type ........................ .467, 511
Special Additives ...................... .468
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........147
Auxiliary Power Outlet .....................147
Axle Fluid ..............................511
Axle Lubrication ..........................511
Battery ................................ .450
Belts, Seat .............................. .264Blind Spot Monitoring
.......................82
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................452
B-Pillar Location ......................... .484
Brake Assist System ...................... .200
Brake Fluid ..............................511
Brakes ............................. .197, 464
Brake System ........................ .197, 464
Fluid Check ...........................511
Master Cylinder ....................... .464
Brightness, Interior Lights ...................101
Bulbs, Light ............................ .267
Camera, Rear ........................... .327
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .509
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) .......................... .448
Carbon Monoxide Warning ...............263, 340
Car Washes ............................ .470
Certification Label ........................ .344
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