2018 FIAT 500 trailer

KNOWING YOUR CAR
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HOT ENGINE COOLANT
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 or symbol on the display lights up when the engine is overheated, on some versions, together with a
dedicated message on the display.
❒ In normal driving conditions: stop the car, switch off the engine and check that the fluid level in the reservoir is not
below the MIN mark. In this case, wait for the engine to cool down, then slowly and carefully open the cap, top up with
coolant and check that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir itself. Also check visually for any
fluid leaks. Should the warning light turn on again at the next start-up, contact a Fiat Dealership.
❒ if the vehicle is used under demanding conditions (e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully loaded): slow down and, if the
light stays on, stop the car. Stop for two or three minutes with the engine running and slightly accelerated to facilitate
better coolant circulation, then turn the engine off. Check that the coolant level is correct as described above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to keep the engine running and slightly accelerated for a few minutes
before turning it off.
On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.uu
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“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAULT
When the key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on but it should switch off after a few seconds.
If the warning light stays on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, you may not have steering
assistance and the effort required to operate the steering wheel could be notably increased; steering is, however, possible.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
If the warning light switches on while driving (on some versions, together with a dedicated message on the display) you may
not have steering assistance. Although it will still be possible to steer the vehicle, the effort needed to operate the steering
wheel could be increased: contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT In some circumstances, factors independent of the electric power steering could cause the warning light on
the instrument panel to switch on. In this case, stop the car immediately (should it be in motion), stop the engine for about
20 seconds and then restart the engine. If the warning light stays on, contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT After the battery is disconnected, the steering must be initialised. The warning light switches on to indicate
this. To carry out this procedure, simply turn the steering wheel all the way from one end to the other or drive in a straight
line for about a hundred metres.

KNOWING YOUR CAR
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iTPMS System
(indirect Tyre
Pressure
Monitoring System)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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RESET PROCEDURE
The iTPMS needs an initial “self-
learning” phase (with length depending
on the driving style and road
conditions: optimal conditions being
driving on a straight road at 80 km/h
for at least 20 minutes) which starts
when the Reset procedure is carried
out.
The Reset procedure must be carried
out:
❒ each time tyre pressure is
modified;
❒ when even only one tyre is
changed;
❒ when tyres are rotated/inverted;
❒ when the space-saver wheel is
fitted.
In a few situations such as sporty
driving, particular conditions of the
road surface (e.g. icy, snowy,
unsurfaced roads...) the signalling may
be delayed or partial in detecting the
contemporary deflation of more than
one tyre.
Under special conditions (e.g. vehicle
loaded asymmetrically on one side,
towing a trailer, damaged or worn tyre,
fitting the space-saver wheel, use of
the “Fix&Go” quick tyre repair kit,
fitting snow chains, fitting different
tyres on the axles) the system may
give false indications or be temporarily
deactivated.
If the system is temporarily
deactivated, the warning light
nflashes for about 75 seconds and then
is continuously on; at the same time,
the display shows a dedicated
message.
This indication is displayed also after
the engine has been switched off and
then on again if the correct operating
conditions are not restored. Before carrying out the “Reset”
procedure, inflate the tyres to the
rated pressure values specified in the
inflation pressure table (see “Wheels”
paragraph in the “Technical
specifications” chapter).
If the Reset procedure is not carried
out, in all above cases, the
nwarning light may give false indications
on one or more tyres.
To carry out the Reset procedure, with
the vehicle stopped and the ignition
key at MAR, use the setup menu (see
the description of the “Display”
paragraph). At the end of the Reset
procedure the display will show the
“Reset saved” message, indicating
that the self-learning has been started.
If the iTPMS self-learning is not
correctly executed, the message is not
displayed.
OPERATING
CONDITIONS
The system is active for speeds above
15 km/h.

KNOWING YOUR CAR
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Versions with colour display
When the sensors are activated, the
screen in fig. 52 appears on the
display.
Obstacle presence and distance
information is therefore provided both
by the acoustic signal and the
instrument panel display.
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The system indicates a detected
obstacle by displaying an arc
according to the distance of the
obstacle and its position in relation to
the car.
If an object is detected in the rear left,
central or right zone, the display shows
a flashing arc in the corresponding
zone and a sound is emitted.
As the car approaches the object, the
display shows one or more flashing
arcs that approach the car, and the
sound becomes more frequent until it
becomes continuous.
The colour on the display depends on
the distance from and position of the
obstacle.
The car is close to the obstacle when a
blinking red arch appears on the
display (to the right, in the centre or to
the left) and a continuous sound is
emitted. If there are several obstacles,
the closest one is indicated.Fault indications
Any parking sensor faults will be
indicated when reverse is engaged by
the warning light
è(or the icon ton
the colour display) in the instrument
panel and by the relevant message in
the display (for versions/markets,
where provided).
Operation with a trailer
Sensor operation is automatically
deactivated when the trailer’s electrical
cable plug is inserted.

SERVICING AND CARE
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REGULAR
INSPECTIONS
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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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TECHNICAL DATA
IDENTIFICATION
DATA
VIN PLATE
The plate can be found on the left side
of the boot floor and it bears the
following identification data fig. 148:
A Name of Manufacturer
B Type-approval number.
C Vehicle type identification code.
D Chassis manufacture number.
E Maximum authorised weight of
vehicle when fully laden plus trailer.F Maximum authorised weight of
vehicle when fully laden plus trailer.
G Maximum authorised weight on first
axle (front).
H Maximum authorised weight on
second axle (rear).
I Engine type.
L Bodywork version code.
M Spare part number.
N Smoke opacity index (for diesel
engines).
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BODY PAINTWORK
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
This can be found on the external rear
door pillar (left-hand side) and it bears
the following information fig. 149:
A Paint manufacturer.
B Colour name.
C Fiat colour code.
D Respray and touch up code.
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Unladen weight (with all fluids,
fuel tank 90% full and
without optional equipment): 865 905 930/940  970/980  940 980
Payload
 including the driver: 475 445 440 415 440 415
Maximum
permitted loads
– front axle: 770 770 830 830 830 830
– rear axle: 640 640 640 640 640 640
– total: 1340 1350 1370/1380  1385/1395  1380 1395
Towable loads
with braked trailer: 800 800 800 800 800 800
trailer without brakes: 400 400 400 400 400 400
Maximum load on the tow hook
with braked trailer: 60 60 60 60 60 60
Weights (kg)
0.9 TwinAir
60 HP*- 65 HP0.9 TwinAir 105 HP
If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the
maximum permitted loads.
Dualogic versions.
* For versions/markets, where provided
0.9 TwinAir 80 HP*- 85 HP
WEIGHTS

TECHNICAL DATA
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Unladen weight (with all fluids,
fuel tank 90% full and
without optional equipment): 865/900  905/940  865 905 930/940  970/980 
Payload  including the driver: 480/450  450/420  480 450 440 415
Maximum
permitted loads
– front axle: 770 770 770 770 830 830
– rear axle: 640 640 640 640 640 640
– total: 1345/1350  1355/1360  1345 1355 1370/1380  1385/1395 
Towable loads
with braked trailer: 800 800 800 800 800 800
trailer without brakes: 400 400 400 400 400 400
Maximum load on the tow hook
with braked trailer: 60 60 60 60 60 60
Weights (kg)
1.2 8V 69 HP
If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the
maximum permitted loads.
Dualogic versions.
* For versions/markets, where provided
1.4 16V 100 HP*1.2 8V 69 HP EVO2 S&S

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Unladen weight (with all fluids,
fuel tank 90% full and
without optional equipment): 980 1020 865
Payload
including the driver: 440 415 480
Maximum permitted loads
– front axle: 830 830 770
– rear axle: 640 640 640
– total: 1420 1435 1345
Towable loads
with braked trailer: 800 800 –
trailer without brakes: 400 400 –
Maximum load on the tow hook
with braked trailer: 60 60 60
Weights (kg)1.3 16V 78 HP / 95 HP EURO 61.2 8V
69 HP LPG
If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the
maximum permitted loads.
Dualogic versions.
* For versions/markets, where provided