2017 FIAT 500X maintenance schedule

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REFUELLINGPetrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 in compliance with the European specification
EN228. Do not use petrol containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and driving issues, as well as damage
fundamental components of the supply system.
For further details on the use of the correct fuel see the "Refuelling the vehicle" paragraph in the "Starting and driving" chapter.
Diesel engines: refuel only with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may
damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused.
For further details on the use of the correct fuel see the "Refuelling the vehicle" paragraph in the "Starting and driving" chapter.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Versions with manual gearbox (petrol engines): make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gear lever to neutral, fully depress the
clutch pedal without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV or press the ignition device button; release the key or the button
as soon as the engine has started.
Versions with manual gearbox (diesel engines): make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gear lever to neutral, fully depress the
clutch pedal without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the
warning light to switch off. Bring the ignition
key to AVV or press the ignition device button; release the key or the button as soon as the engine has started.
Versions with automatic transmission: make sure that the handbrake is engaged and that the gear lever is in P (Parking) or N (Neutral),
depress the brake pedal, without pressing the accelerator pedal, then turn the ignition key to AVV or press the ignition device button; release
the key or the button as soon as the engine has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the vehicle on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the vehicle, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact a Fiat Dealership.
They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electric system can support the required load.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the vehicle is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental
friendliness and low running costs unchanged in time.

Symbol What it means
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) FAILURE
(where provided)
The symbol turns on (together with a message on the display) to indicate an Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
SCHEDULED SERVICING (SERVICE)
The “Service Schedule” includes car maintenance at fixed intervals (refer to the "Maintenance and care"
chapter). When the next scheduled service deadline is approaching, the symbol will be displayed,
followed by the number of kilometres/miles or days (where provided) left, when the ignition device is
turned to MAR.
This is displayed automatically, with ignition device at MAR, 2000 km before servicing or, where provided,
30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time the ignition device is turned to MAR or, for some
versions, every 200 km. Below this threshold servicing indications are more frequent. The display will be
in km or miles according to the unit of measurement set.
Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the "Service Schedule" operations will be performed and the message will
be reset.
This symbol turns on to indicate that the clutch pedal must be pressed to enable starting.
This symbol appears to suggest engaging a higher gear (upshifting).
The symbol appears to suggest engaging a lower gear (downshifting).
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance permits the
performance of the vehicle to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING.......171
ENGINE COMPARTMENT......181
BATTERY RECHARGING.......190
SERVICING PROCEDURES.....191
LIFTING THE VEHICLE.........194
WHEELS AND TYRES.........194
BODYWORK...............196
INTERIORS................197
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SERVICE SCHEDULE (1.4 Turbo Multi Air and 2.4 Tigershark versions)
The checks listed in the Service Schedule, after reaching 120,000 km/8 years, must be cyclically repeated starting from the first
interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of kilometres15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check quick tyre repair kit recharge
conditions/expiry date (if provided)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.)
●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)●●●●●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions●●●●●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check the operation of the
engine management systems, emissions and, for
versions/markets where provided, engine oil degradation
●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)
●●●●●
Check windscreen and rear window wiper blade
position/wear●●●●●
Check operation of the windscreen washer system and
adjust the jets, if necessary●●●●●
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
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Thousands of miles9 182736455463728190

Thousands of kilometres15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
Replace spark plugs (1.4 Turbo MultiAir versions) (5)●●●●●
Replace spark plugs (2.4 Tigershark versions)●●●
Replace the accessory drive belt(s)(6)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.4 Turbo Multi Air
versions only)(6)
Change the brake fluid(7)
Replace the air filter cartridge (8)
●●●●●
Replace the passenger compartment filter (8) (O) (●)●●●●●
(5) For 1.4 Turbo MultiAir versions, to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to proceed as
follows: only use spark plugs specifically certified for these engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the "Engine"
paragraph in the "Technical specifications" chapter); strictly comply with the spark plugs replacement intervals in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan. It is advisable to contact a FIAT Dealership for plug replacement.
(6) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum distance 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance
travelled. Dusty areas and/or heavy conditions (cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling): the recommended maximum distance is
60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years, regardless of distance travelled.
(7) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every 2 years, irrespective of the mileage.
(8) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.
(O) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
NOTE change automatic transmission oil and replace oil filter every 240,000 km.
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Thousands of miles 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90

PERIODIC CHECKS
Every1,000km or before long trips
check and, if necessary, top up:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
Every3,000km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
DEMANDING USE OF THE
CAR
If the car is used mainly under one of
the following conditions:
law enforcement (or security service),
taxi service;
towing a trailer or caravan;
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periods
of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more often than indicated in the
Service Schedule:
check front disc brake pad condition
and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and
rubber elements (gaiters/sleeves/
bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
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connect the positive cable (+) of the
battery charger to the positive battery
terminal E and the negative cable (–) to
sensor terminal D as shown;
turn on the battery charger. At the
end of the charging process, switch the
battery charger off;
after having disconnected the
charging device, reconnect connector A
to the sensor C as shown.
SERVICING
PROCEDURES
80) 81) 82)
The following pages contain the rules
on therequiredmaintenance
envisaged by the technical personnel
who designed the vehicle.
In addition to these specific
maintenance instructions specified for
routine scheduled servicing, there are
other components which may require
intervention or replacements over the
vehicle’s life cycle.
ENGINE OIL
83)
Engine oil level check
To ensure correct engine lubrication, the
oil must always be kept at the
prescribed level (see "Engine
compartment" in this chapter).
AIR CLEANER
180)
Replacing the air cleaner
See the "Scheduled servicing plan" for
the correct servicing intervals.
It is advisable to replace it with a
genuine spare part, designed especially
for this vehicle.
AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
84) 85)
To ensure the best possible
performance, the air conditioning
system must be checked and undergo
maintenance at a Fiat Dealership at the
beginning of the summer.
WINDOWS
When cleaning the heated windscreen
and rear window be careful, if the
defrosting function is active, regarding
the temperature of the glass; also make
sure that children do not come into
contact with the heated surface. The
glass may be hot.
Never use an abrasive detergent to
clean the surface of the windows.
Do not use scrapers or sharp items that
might scratch the windows.
Spray the detergent on the cloth to be
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Front seat electric heating........19
Front seats (manual adjustments) . . .18
Fuel consumption............221
Fuel cut-off system...........163
Full Brake Control (system).......77
Fuse boxes................150
Fuses (replacement)...........149
GSI (Gear Shift Indicator)........46
Hazard warning lights.........143
Emergency braking.........143
Head restraints...............21
Headlight alignment adjustment....27
Headlight alignment corrector.....27
Headlights (cleaning)..........196
Heavy-duty use of the car
(scheduled servicing)........180
HHC (system)................72
i-Size child restraint systems......97
Identification data
chassis marking...........200
engine marking............200
VIN plate................200
Ignition device...............12
Important information and
recommendations..........264
Interior lights................28
Interiors (cleaning)............197ISOFIX child restraint system
(installation)...............94
iTPMS (indirect Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System)..........81
Jump starting..............162
Keyless Entry (system).........16
Keys
electronic key.............11
key with remote control.......11
Lane Assist system...........134
Lane Change................27
Lifting the vehicle.............194
Light switch.................24
Main beam headlights..........26
Main menu.................47
Manual climate control system.....33
Manual gearbox.............115
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)..............148
Occupant protection systems.....84
Paintwork (cleaning and
maintenance).............196
Park Assist (system)...........132
Parking lights................25
Parking the vehicle...........112
PBA (system)................72
Performance (top speed)........220
Periodic checks (scheduled
servicing)................180
Pre-tensioners...............88Prescriptions for handling the car
at the end of its life..........226
Pretensioners
Load limiters..............88
Rain sensor................30
RCP system................76
Read this carefully..............2
Rear fog light................25
Rear light cluster (bulb
replacement)..............148
Rear seats..................20
Rear view camera............135
Rear View Camera............135
Rear view mirrors.............23
Rear window washer
windscreen/rear window
washing fluid level..........187
Rear window wiper/washer.......31
Reconfigurable load platform......42
Refuelling procedure..........140
Emergency refuelling........140
Refuelling the vehicle..........140
Replacing a bulb.............143
Replacing an external bulb......146
Rims and tyres (dimensions)......205
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder)
system..................86
Scheduled servicing...........171
Seat belts..................84
Seats.....................18
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