2017 FIAT 500 ABARTH CABRIO oil level

•The digital gauge will likely indicate a higher
temperature when driving in hot weather, or up
mountain grades. It should not be allowed to
exceed the upper limits of the normal operating
range.
WARNING!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads
“H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer
drops back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H,” turn the engine off immediately
and call an authorized dealer for service.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or
others could be badly burned by steam or boiling
coolant. You may want to call an authorized dealer
for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide
to look under the hood yourself, see “Maintaining
Your Vehicle.” Follow the warnings under the Cool-
ing System Pressure Cap paragraph. 3.
Speedometer
• Indicates vehicle speed.
4. Fuel Gauge
• The digital display shows the amount of fuel in the
tank.
• The switching on of the digital warning light
indicates that 1 – 1.3 gallons of fuel are left in the
tank; in this situation, refuel as soon as possible.
• Do not travel with the fuel tank almost empty; any
gaps in fuel delivery could damage the catalytic
converter.
5. Gas Pedal Percentage Gauge/Turbo Gauge
Depending on what options and trim level, your vehicle
is equipped with there are three gauges available. •Gas Pedal Percentage Gauge: This gauge shows
what percent the gas pedal is currently depressed
at.
• Turbo Gauge: This gauge shows the current turbo
usage.
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Oil Pressure Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the ve-
hicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns
on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
Engine Temperature Warning Light
Red Warning
Light What It Means
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. As engine coolant temperatures rise and
the gauge approaches
H,this indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after
reaching a set threshold.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is
on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the tempera-
ture reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.
Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for further information.
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Engine Oil
Checking Oil Level
To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at
regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time
to check the engine oil level is approximately five
minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not
check oil level before starting the engine after it has sat
overnight. Checking engine oil level when the engine is
cold will give you an incorrect reading.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground,
and approximately five minutes after a fully warmed
engine is shut off, will improve the accuracy of the oil
level readings. Maintain the oil level between the range
markings on the dipstick. The safe range is indicated by
a crosshatch zone. Adding 1 quart (0.9 Liters) of oil
when the reading is at the low end of the indicated
range will result in the oil level at the full end of the
indicator range.
CAUTION!
Do not overfill the engine with oil. Overfilling the
engine with oil will cause oil aeration, which can
lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil
temperature. This loss of oil pressure and increased
oil temperature could damage your engine.
Change Engine Oil
The oil change indicator system will remind you that it
is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled mainte-
nance. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” 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.
Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection for
turbocharged engines under all types of operating
conditions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic
engine oils that are API Certified and meet the require-
ments of FCA Material Standard MS-12991.
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5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap intoplace.
Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment, and the fluid level should be
checked at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with
windshield washer solvent (not engine coolant/ anti-
freeze). Refer to “Engine Compartment” in this section
for further information.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer sol-
vents are flammable. They could ignite and burn
you. Care must be exercised when filling or work-
ing around the washer solution.
Exhaust System
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine ex-
haust system.
If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust
system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside
the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged; have an authorized technician inspect the
complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for
broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts.
Open seams or loose connections could permit exhaust
fumes to seep into the passenger compartment. In
addition, have the exhaust system inspected each time
the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change.
Replace as required.
WARNING!
•
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious
and can eventually poison you. To avoid breath-
ing CO, refer to “Safety Tips/Exhaust Gas” in
“Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle”
for further information.
• A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you park
over materials that can burn. Such materials
might be grass or leaves coming into contact with
your exhaust system. Do not park or operate your
vehicle in areas where your exhaust system can
contact anything that can burn.7
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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.
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Towing............................ .264
Emission Control System Maintenance .........271
Engine Air Cleaner ......................... .275
Break-In Recommendations ................60
Checking Oil Level .....................274
Compartment ........................ .269
Cooling ............................ .285
Exhaust Gas Caution .................61, 242
Fails To Start ........................ .186
Flooded, Starting ..................... .186
Fuel Requirements .....................239
Oil ............................ .274, 308
Oil Filler Cap ........................ .275
Oil Filter ........................... .275
Oil Selection ..................... .274, 308
Overheating ......................... .248
Starting ............................ .184
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ..........266
Ethanol .............................. .239
Exhaust Gas Caution ...................61, 242
Exhaust System ...................... .61, 283
Exterior Lights ....................... .64, 304Filters
Air Cleaner ......................... .275
Air Conditioning ...................179, 278
Engine Oil .......................... .275
Engine Oil Disposal ....................275
Flashers Turn Signal ....................... .64, 137
Flash-To-Pass ............................83
Flooded Engine Starting ...................186
Fluid, Brake ........................... .310
Fluid Capacities ........................ .308
Fluid Leaks .............................64
Fluid Level Checks Automatic Transmission .................293
Fluids ............................... .308
Fluids,

Lubricants And Genuine Parts ..........308
Fog Lights .......................... .86, 132
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ....................262
Fuel ................................. .239
Adding ............................ .242
Additives ........................... .241
Capacity ........................... .308
Clean Air ........................... .239
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INDEX 327

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
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