2018 FIAT 500 brake fluid

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES 31)
IMPORTANT NOTES
IMPORTANT Warning lights are accompanied by a specific message and/or sound when
applicable. These indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and/or
alternative to the information contained in the Owner Handbook, which you are advised to read carefully in all cases.
Always refer to the information in this section in the event of a failure indication.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed are divided into two categories: very serious and less serious failures.
Serious faults are indicated by a repeated and prolonged warning “cycle”.
Less serious faults are indicated by a warning “cycle” with a shorter duration. The display cycle of both categories can be
interrupted by pressing the MENU button. The instrument panel warning light will stay on until the cause of the
malfunction is eliminated.
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LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE – ENGAGED
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
Low brake fluid level
The warning light turns on when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level, possibly due to a
leak in the circuit. On some versions the display shows the dedicated message.
Handbrake engaged
The warning light switches on when the handbrake is engaged.
On certain versions, if the car is moving the acoustic warning will also sound.
IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on when travelling, make sure that the handbrake is not engaged.
AIRBAG FAULT
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light stays on constantly if there is a fault in the airbag system.
On some versions the display shows the associated message.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN39) 21)
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IMPORTANT: When you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing,
maintaining the frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note.
Warning: simply restarting maintenance from the beginning of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for
some operations!
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 Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary;
check the condition/expiry date of the “Fix&Go Automatic” repair kit (for versions/markets, where 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/smokiness
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management
systems, emissions and engine oil decay
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Visually inspect the conditions of: bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and tubes (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade
position/wear (for markets/versions, where provided)
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets
if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
(1) Topping up must be carried out with the fluids indicated in this Use and Maintenance Booklet and only after checking that the system is
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Replace engine oil and oil filter (3)
Replace spark plugs (0.9 TwinAir 65 HP engines) (4)
Replace spark plugs
(0.9 TwinAir 85 HP - 1.2 8V - 1.4 16V) (4)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) (5)
Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.2 8V and 1.4 16V engines) (5)
Replace air cleaner cartridge (6)
Change brake fluid (7)
Replace filter inside the pressure regulator
(LPG versions only)
Replace paper filter (LPG in gaseous state)
(LPG versions only)
Replace passenger compartment cleaner (6)
(3) If the vehicle is used mainly on urban routes or the annual distance travelled is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and engine oil filter
must be changed every year.
(4) For 0.9 TwinAir versions, the following are essential to ensure correct operation of the engine: only use spark plugs of the same make
and type which are specially certified for such engines (see the information in the “Engine” paragraph in the “Technical specifications”
chapter); strictly comply with the spark plug replacement interval given in the Scheduled Servicing Plan; for spark plug replacement, it is
advisable to contact a FIAT Dealership.
(5) Areas that are not dusty: advised maximum mileage 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. Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be replaced every 4 years.
(6) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, you are advised to change this filter every 15,000 km.
(7) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every 2 years, irrespective of the mileage.
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DIESEL VERSIONS
IMPORTANT: When you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining
the frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note.
Warning: simply restarting maintenance from the beginning of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for
some operations!
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Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary;
check the condition/expiry date of the “Fix&Go Automatic” repair kit
(for versions/markets, where 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/smokiness
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management
systems, emissions and engine oil decay (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Visually inspect the conditions of: bodywork, underbody protection,
pipes and tubes (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear
(for markets/versions, where provided)
Check operation of windscreen washer system and adjust jets
if necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage
(1) Topping up must be carried out with the fluids indicated in this Use and Maintenance Booklet and only after checking that the system is
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Replacing fuel filter (4)
Replace air cleaner cartridge (5)
Change the brake fluid
Replace passenger compartment cleaner (5)
(4) If the vehicle runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 20,000 km.
(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 20,000 km.
(6) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every year, irrespective of the mileage.
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REGULAR
INSPECTIONS
39) 22) 4)
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
❒ engine coolant fluid 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 the windscreen
wiper/washer system, position and
wear of the windscreen and rear
window wiper blades.
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have
been designed and produced
specifically for Fiat cars (see table
“Capacities” in the “Technical
specifications” section).
DEMANDING USE
OF THE CAR
If the vehicle is mainly used in one of
the following particularly harsh
conditions:
❒ trailer or caravan towing;
❒ dusty roads;
❒ short repeated distances (less than
7-8 km) and with external
temperatures below zero;
❒ engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of inactivity;
perform the following inspections more
frequently than shown on the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒ check front disk brake pad
conditions and wear;
❒ Check cleanliness of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;❒ sight inspect the conditions of:
engine, gearbox, transmission,
pipes and hoses (exhaust -
fuel - brakes), rubber parts
(boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.);
❒ check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
❒ visually check the various drive belt
conditions;
❒ check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
❒ check pollen filter and replace it, if
required;
❒ check air cleaner and replace it, if
required.

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ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
39) 22) 4)
0.9 TWINAIR
60 HP*, 65 HP
A. Engine coolant fluid
B. Engine oil plug/filler
C. Brake fluid
D. Battery
E. Engine oil dipstick
F. Windscreen washer fluid
* For versions/markets, where provided
0.9 TWINAIR
80 HP*, 85 HP - 105 HP
A. Engine coolant fluid
B. Engine oil plug/filler
C. Brake fluid
D. Battery
E. Engine oil dipstick
F. Windscreen washer fluid
* For versions/markets, where provided
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1.2 8V 69 HP
A. Engine coolant fluid
B. Engine oil plug/filler
C. Brake fluid
D. Battery
E. Engine oil dipstick
F. Windscreen washer fluid
1.4 16V 100 HP*
A. Engine coolant fluid
B. Engine oil plug/filler
C. Brake fluid
D. Battery
E. Engine oil dipstick
F. Windscreen washer fluid
* For versions/markets, where provided
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