2017 FIAT 500 ABARTH CABRIO Service indicator

NOTE:If you crank or start the engine, you will have to
start this test over.
2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON position, you will see the “Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)” symbol come on as part of a normal
bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later, one of two things will happen:
• The MIL will flash for about 10 seconds and then
return to being fully illuminated until you turn OFF
the ignition or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is not readyand you should
not proceed to the I/M station.
• The MIL will not flash at all and will remain fully
illuminated until you place the ignition in the off
position or start the engine. This means that your
vehicle’s OBD II system is readyand you can proceed
to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready,you should see your
authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was
recently serviced or had a battery failure or replace-
ment, you may need to do nothing more than drive
your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to update. A recheck with the above test
routine may then indicate that the system is
now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle’s OBD II system is
ready or not, if the MIL is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have your vehicle ser-
viced before going to the I/M station. The I/M station
can fail your vehicle because the MIL is on with the
engine running.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use of genuine parts for normal/scheduled mainte-
nance and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the
designed performance. Damage or failures caused by
the use of parts which are not quality-equivalent to
genuine parts for maintenance and repairs will not be
covered by the manufacturer ’s warranty.
DEALER SERVICE
Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person-
nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service
operations in an expert manner. Service Manuals are
available which include detailed service information for
your vehicle. Refer to these Service Manuals before
attempting any procedure yourself.
272 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate. This means that
service is required for your vehicle. Operating condi-
tions such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely
hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage
will influence when the “Change Oil” message is dis-
played. Severe operating conditions can cause the
change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles
(5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced
as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km).
Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indica-
tor message after completing the scheduled oil change.
If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone
other than your authorized dealer, the message can be
reset by referring to the steps described under “Instru-
ment Cluster Display” in “Understanding Your Instru-
ment Panel” for further information.NOTE:
Under no circumstances should oil change
intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km), twelve
months or 350 hours of engine run time, whichever
comes first. The 350 hours of engine run or idle time is
generally only a concern for fleet customers.
Severe Duty All Models
Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the
vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment
or is operated predominately at idle or only very low
engine RPM’s. This type of vehicle use is considered
Severe Duty.
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip:
Check engine oil level.
Check windshield washer fluid level.
Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual
wear or damage.
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake
master cylinder as needed.
Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
312 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

Jump Starting.......................... .259
Key Fob Disarm The Alarm ......................12
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .15
Key-In Reminder .........................10
Key, Replacement .........................11
Keys ...................................9
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...................11
Lane Change Assist .......................84
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................24
Latches ................................64
Hood ...............................80
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... .239
Leaks, Fluid .............................64
Life Of Tires ........................... .228
Liftgate (Sedan) ..........................20
Light Bulbs ......................... .64, 304
Lights .............................. .64, 82
AirBag...........................62, 120
Brake Assist Warning ...................209
Brake Warning ....................... .121
Bulb Replacement ..................... .305
Cruise ............................. .138Engine Temperature Warning
..............124
Exterior ..............................64
Fog ............................... .132
High Beam ...........................82
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........131
Park ............................ .83, 137
Seat Belt Reminder .....................120
Service ............................. .305
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ...........127
Traction Control ...................... .209
Turn Signal .....................64, 83, 137
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . .124, 137
Loading Vehicle Tires .............................. .215
Locks Automatic Door ........................19
Door ................................17
Power Door ...........................18
Lubrication, Body ....................... .281
Lug Nuts ............................. .257
Maintenance Free Battery ...................276
Maintenance,

General .....................273
Maintenance Procedures ...................273
Maintenance Schedule .....................312
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Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . .131, 271
Manual, Service........................ .321
Manual Transmission ..................186, 291
Fluid Level Check ..................... .292
Frequency Of Fluid Change ...............292
Lubricant Selection ..................291, 310
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ...................290
Methanol ............................. .239
Mirrors ................................71
Automatic Dimming .....................71
Electric Powered .......................72
Heated ..............................73
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ..............6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ...............232
MTBE/ETBE .......................... .239
Multi-Function Control Lever ................82
New Vehicle Break-In Period .................60
Occupant Restraints .......................21
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...............239
Oil, Engine ........................ .274, 308
Capacity ........................... .308
Change Interval ...................... .274
Checking ........................... .274Disposal
............................ .275
Filter .............................. .275
Filter Disposal ....................... .275
Pressure Warning Light ..................124
Recommendation ...................274, 308
Viscosity ........................... .275
Oil Filter, Change ....................... .275
Oil Filter, Selection ...................... .275
Oil Pressure Light ....................... .124
Onboard Diagnostic System .................270
Operating Precautions .....................270
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............4
Overheating, Engine ..................... .248
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........4,321
Paint Care ............................ .293
Parking

Brake .......................... .200
Pets ...................................59
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .........216
Power Door Locks ...........................18
Mirrors ..............................72
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........99
Steering ............................ .199
Sunroof ..............................97
330 INDEX

Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC).........177
Tilt Steering Column .......................88
Tire And Loading Information Placard ......215, 216
Tire Markings .......................... .210
Tires ....................... .64, 219, 224, 230
Aging (Life Of Tires) ....................228
Air Pressure ......................... .219
Chains ............................. .230
Compact Spare ....................... .224
General Information .................219, 224
High Speed ......................... .221
Inflation Pressures .....................220
Life Of Tires ......................... .228
Load Capacity .....................215, 216
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ...........232
Pressure Warning Light ..................127
Quality Grading ...................... .230
Radial ............................. .221
Replacement ......................... .228
Rotation ............................ .230
Safety .......................... .210, 219
Sizes ...............................211
Snow Tires .......................... .223
Spare Tire ....................... .224, 226
Spinning ........................... .227Tread Wear Indicators
...................227
Tire Safety Information ....................210
Tire Service Kit ......249, 250, 251, 253, 255, 256, 257
To Open Hood ...........................80
Towing .............................. .244
Disabled Vehicle ...................... .264
Recreational ......................... .244
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ..........244
Traction ........................... .196, 197
Traction Control ........................ .204
Trailer Towing ......................... .244
T
ransaxle Automatic .............................9
Transmission .......................... .292
Automatic ....................... .189, 292
Fluid .............................. .292
Manual ............................ .186
Transporting Pets .........................59
Tread Wear Indicators .....................227
Turn Signals ........................ .83, 137
UCI Connector ......................... .151
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................230
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . .151
Unleaded Gasoline ...................... .239
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