2016 FIAT 500X battery location

NOTE:The power outlet can be changed to “battery”
powered all the time by switching the power outlet
Engine Compartment Fuses/Distribution Unit fuse from
location F84 to F23. Models equipped with the optional
smoker kit,will
have a cigar lighter instead of the power outlet.
CAUTION!
Do not connect devices with power higher than 180
Watts (15 Amps) to the socket. Do not damage the
socket by using unsuitable adaptors. If the 180 Watt
(15 Amp) power rating is exceeded the fuse protect-
ing the system will need to be replaced.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
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12 Volt Power Outlet
148 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Removing Fuse Cover and Locking Screw
Proceed as follows:
1. Slowly turn the screw counterclockwise.
2. Slowly release the screw.
3. Remove the fuse cover by sliding it upward.
Mounting Fuse Cover and Locking Screw
Proceed as follows:
1. Properly secure the fuse cover to the box, slide com-pletely from top to bottom.
2. Fully depress the screw, using the special screwdriver supplied.
3. Slowly turn the screw clockwise.
4. Release the screw.
Battery Fuse Cover Location
1 — Fuse Cover Tabs
2 — Fuse Cover8
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 381

CAUTION!
Proper operation of four-wheel drive vehicles de-
pends on tires of equal size, type and circumference
on each wheel. Any difference in tire size can cause
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CAUTION!(Continued)
damage to the power transfer unit. Tire rotation
schedule should be followed to balance tire wear.
STORING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle should remain stationary for more than a
month, observe the following precautions:
•Park your vehicle in a covered, dry and possibly airy
location the windows open slightly;
• Check that the Electric Park Brake is not engaged.
• Disconnect the negative (-) terminal from the battery
post and be sure that the battery is fully charged.
During storage check battery charge quarterly.
• If you do not disconnect the battery from the electrical
system, check the battery charge every thirty days.
Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Tire Rotation
502 MAINTAINING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE

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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