2017 FIAT 500X overheating

CONTROL PANEL AND ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS
VERSIONS WITH SINGLE COLOUR DISPLAY
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
A. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Fuel level digital gauge with reserve warning light – C. Display – D. Digital engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light – E. Rev counter
Warning light supplied on diesel versions only.
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.

VERSIONS WITH COLOUR DISPLAY
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A. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Fuel level digital gauge with reserve warning light – C. Display – D. Digital engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light – E. Rev counter
Warning light supplied on diesel versions only.
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.

Symbol What it means
FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE/BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
Fiat CODE system failure
The symbol switches on to indicate a failure of the Fiat CODE system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
Break-in attempt
The symbol switches on when the ignition device is moved to MAR position, to indicate a possible break-in
attempt detected by the alarm system.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATION
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system intervention.
For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to the description in the "Fuel cut-off system" section in the "In
an emergency" chapter. If it is still not possible to restore the fuel supply, contact a Fiat Dealership.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
EXCESSIVE AT9 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE / EXCESSIVE TWIN CLUTCH
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE
The symbol switches on in the case of transmission overheating, after a particularly demanding use. In this
case an engine performance limitation is carried out. With engine off or at idle speed, wait until the symbol
switches off.
AUDIO SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the audio system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
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improves vehicle performance and
prolongs the transmission's life, limiting
gearshifting and preventing overheating.
It is possible to shift from position D
(Drive) to the sequential mode
regardless of vehicle speed.
Activation
With gear lever in position D (Drive), to
activate the sequential drive mode,
move the lever to the left (– and +
indication of the trim). The gear
engaged will be shown on the display.
Gearshifting is made by moving the
gear lever forwards, towards symbol –
or backwards, towards symbol +.
Deactivation
To deactivate the sequential driving
mode, bring the gear lever back to
position D (Drive), automatic mode.
STEERING WHEEL
CONTROLS
(where provided)
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On some versions, the gearbox can be
managed sequentially using the
steering wheel controls fig. 94.To use the controls on the steering
wheel, the gear lever must be in
position D (Drive) between (+) and (–):
steering wheel paddle (+) (pulling
paddle towards driver): engage higher
ratio;
steering wheel paddle (-) (pulling
paddle towards driver): engage lower
ratio.
The engagement of a lower (or higher)
gear is only permitted if the engine revs
allow it.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine is allowed only
when the gear lever is in position P or
N. Therefore, when the engine is
started, the system will be at position N
or P (the latter means neutral, but with
the vehicle's wheels are locked
mechanically).
MOVING THE CAR
To move the car, from P press the brake
pedal and, using the button on the gear
lever, move the lever to the desired
position (D, R or "Sequential mode").
The display will show the gear engaged.
When the brake pedal is released, the
car starts moving forwards or
backwards, as soon as the manoeuvre
is activated ("creeping" effect). The
accelerator should not be pressed in
this case.
IMPORTANT The inconsistency
between the speed actually engaged
(shown on the display) and the position
of the gear lever is indicated by the
letter corresponding to the position of
the lever flashing on the trim (also
accompanied by an acoustic signal).
This condition should not be interpreted
as an operational fault, but simply as a
request by the system to repeat the
manoeuvre.
IMPORTANT With the electric parking
brake released and brake pedal
released, engine at idling speed and
gear lever in position D, R or sequential,
pay the utmost care because the car
can move even without the operation of
the accelerator pedal. This condition
can be used with the car on a level
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“Kick-Down” function
To resume speed quickly, when the
accelerator pedal is pressed fully, the
transmission control system downshifts
(kick-down function).
IMPORTANT When driving on roads
with poor grip conditions (snow, ice,
etc.) avoid activating the kick-down
function.
Gearshifting suggestion
With the transmission in automatic
mode (selector lever in position D),
when gearshifting is required by the
paddles on the steering wheel (where
provided), the system shifts to
"Sequential mode" ("Autostick"),
displaying the engaged gear for about
5 seconds.
When this time has elapsed, if the
paddles are not operated anymore, the
system goes back to the automatic
mode (D), with following displaying.
AUTOSTICK - Sequential
mode
In the case of frequent gearshifting (e.g.
when the vehicle is driven with a heavy
load, on slopes, with strong headwind
or when towing heavy trailers), it is
recommended to use the Autostick
(sequential shifting) mode to select and
keep a lower fixed ratio.In these conditions, using a lower gear
improves vehicle performance and
prolongs the transmission's life, limiting
gearshifting and preventing overheating.
It is possible to shift from position D
(Drive) to the sequential mode
regardless of vehicle speed.
Activation
With gear lever in position D (Drive), to
activate the sequential drive mode,
move the lever to the left (– and +
indication of the trim). The gear
engaged will be shown on the display.
Gearshifting is made by moving the
gear lever forwards, towards symbol –
or backwards, towards symbol +.
Off
To deactivate the sequential driving
mode, bring the gear lever back to
position D (Drive), automatic mode.
CONTROLS ON
STEERING WHEEL
(where provided)
On some versions, the steering wheel
paddles can be used to change gear
fig. 96.To use the paddles on the steering
wheel, the gear lever must be in
"Sequential mode" or in D:
steering wheel paddle (+) (pulling
paddle towards driver): engage higher
gear;
steering wheel paddle (−) (pulling
paddle towards driver): engage lower
gear.
The engagement of a lower (or higher)
gear is only permitted if the engine revs
allow it.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting the engine is allowed only
when the gear lever is in position P or
N. Therefore, when the engine is
started, the system will be at position N
or P (the latter means neutral, but with
the vehicle's wheels are locked
mechanically).
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equivalent in miles), place the car in a
safe and suitable area, engaging the
electric parking brake. Pick up the kit,
ensure the "ON-OFF" button is in0(off)
position, insert the electrical connector
in the 12V socket of the car. Remove
the valve cap of repaired tyre,
disconnect and pull out the black
inflation tube, connect it to the valve
and lock it with the lever. Check the tyre
pressure shown on the pressure gauge;
if the pressure is lower than 1.8 bar /
26 psi, the TYRE IS TOO DAMAGED
AND CANNOT BE REPAIRED. Remove
and place the kit in the specific
compartment and contact a Fiat
Dealership;
if the pressure is equal to or higher
than 1.8 bar / 26 psi, switch on the
compressor and reach the required
pressure. Disconnect and replace the
kit in the specific compartment. Drive
carefully drive to a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
WARNING
153)Punctures on the sides of the tire may
not be repaired. Do not use the Fix&Go
automatic kit if the tyre was damaged as a
result of being used when underinflated.
154)Wear the protective gloves provided
with the Fix&Go automatic kit.155)Apply the adhesive label where it can
be easily seen by the driver as a reminder
that the tyre has been treated with the
Fix&Go automatic kit. Drive carefully,
particularly on bends. Do not exceed
80 km/h. Avoid sudden acceleration or
braking.
156)If the pressure has fallen below
1.8 bar, do not drive any further: the
Fix&Go automatic kit cannot guarantee
proper hold because the tyre is too
damaged. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
157)You must always indicate that the tyre
was repaired using the Fix&Go automatic
kit. Give the booklet to the technicians who
will be handling the tyre that was treated
using the Fix&Go Automatic kit.
158)Repairs are not possible in the case of
damage to the wheel rim (bad groove
distortion causing air loss). Do not remove
foreign bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.
159)Never operate the compressor for
longer than 20 consecutive minutes. Risk
of overheating. The Fix&Go Automatic kit is
not suitable for definitive repairs, so the
repaired tyres may only be used
temporarily.160)As required by current regulations,
the information on chemical substances for
the protection of human health and the
environment and on the safe use of the
sealing fluid are on the cannister label.
Compliance with the indications on the
label is an essential condition to ensure the
safety and the effectiveness of the product.
Remember to carefully read the label
before use; the user of the product is
responsible for any damages caused by
improper use. The sealing fluid has an
expiry date. Replace the bottle if the
sealant has expired.
IMPORTANT
68)In the event of a puncture caused by
foreign bodies, the kit may be used to
repair tyres showing damage on the tread
or shoulder up to max. 4 mm diameter.
IMPORTANT
3)Dispose of the bottle and the sealant
liquid properly. Have them disposed of in
compliance with national and local
regulations.
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86)Vehicles equipped with catalytic
converter must be fuelled only with
unleaded petrol. Leaded petrol would
permanently damage the catalytic
converter and eliminate its ability to reduce
polluting emissions, seriously
compromising the engine performance,
which would be irreparably damaged. If the
engine does not work correctly, especially if
it starts irregularly or if there is a reduction
of its performance, immediately go to a Fiat
Dealership. Prolonged and faulty operation
of the engine may cause overheating of the
converter and, as a consequence, possible
damage to the converter and the vehicle.
87)Using a gearbox fluid different from that
approved may compromise gearshifting
quality and/or cause vibration of the
gearbox itself.LIFTING THE
VEHICLE
If the vehicle needs to be jacked up, go
to a Fiat Dealership, which is equipped
with shop jacks and jack arms.
The vehicle lifting points are marked on
the side skirts with the
symbols (see
illustration in fig. 164 ).
WHEELS AND TYRES
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RIMS AND TYRES
For the type of wheel rims and tyres
fitted on the vehicle see the "Wheels"
paragraph in the "Technical data"
chapter.
SNOW CHAINS
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Front Wheel Drive and All Wheel
Drive versions
7-mm snow chains can be used on
215/60 R16 95H and 215/55 R17 94V
tyres.
225/45 R18 91V and 225/45 R18 91Y
tyres cannot be fitted with snow chains.
Important
The use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations of
each country. In certain countries, tyres
marked with code M+S (Mud and
Snow) are considered as winter
equipment; therefore their use is
equivalent to that of the snow chains.
The snow chains may be applied only
to the front wheel tyres.
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CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTS
VERSIONS WITH SINGLE-COLOUR DISPLAY
A. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Fuel level digital gauge with reserve warning light – C. Display – D. Digital engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light – E. Rev counter
Warning light supplied on diesel versions only.
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RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.