2018 FIAT 500C battery location

CAUTION!Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch
is in the center position or that the lights are off to
avoid draining the battery.
Interior Light Timing (Center Position)
There are four different modes of operation that can be
activated in this position:
• When one door is opened, a three minute timer is
activated.
• When the key is removed from the ignition (within two
minutes of the ignition being turned OFF), a 10 second
timer is activated.
• When the doors are unlocked with the key fob, a 10
second timer is activated.
• When the doors are locked with the key fob, the lights
will turn off. Interior Light Timing (On/Right Position)
When all doors are closed a 15-minute timer is activated.
NOTE: The timer is deactivated when the key is moved
into the ON/RUN position.
Cargo Area Lights
There is also a courtesy light located in the rear cargo area.
Whenever the rear lift gate is opened, the light will turn on
and then turn off when the lift gate is closed.
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the button. An audible click will be heard indicating the
bottle is locked into place. Release the button.
6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of
the Sealant Hose (3) and return the hose to its storage
area (located on top of the housing).
7. Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage location in the
vehicle.
JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE
If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump-
started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another
vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump
starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please
follow the procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, follow
the manufacturer ’s operating instructions and precautions.
WARNING!Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It
could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. CAUTION!Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other
booster source with a system voltage greater than 12
Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator
or electrical system may occur.
Preparations For Jump Start
The battery in your vehicle is located between the left front
headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash shield.
Positive Battery Post Location220 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

corresponds to a level of performance, which all pas-
senger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 days,
you may want to take steps to preserve your battery.
• Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
• Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(i.e., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air
conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the
fresh air and high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility
of compressor damage when the system is started again. NOTE: When the vehicle has not been started or driven
for at least 30 days, an Extended Park Start Procedure is
required to start the vehicle. Refer to “Starting The Engine”
in “Starting And Operating” for further information.
BODYWORK
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo-
graphic locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads
passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on
trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly
corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking,
which exposes your vehicle to airborne contaminants, road
surfaces on which the vehicle is operated, extreme hot or
cold weather and other extreme conditions will have an
adverse effect on paint, metal trim, and underbody protec-
tion.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resis-
tance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint
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Special Additives ........................ .254
Autostick ............................... .174
Battery .............................. .85, 237
Charging System Light .....................85
Jump Starting .......................... .220
Belts, Seat ............................... .155
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................. .244
B-Pillar Location .......................... .259
Brake Assist System ........................ .101
Brake Fluid .......................... .291, 293
Brake, Parking ............................ .164
Brake System ......................... .252, 285
Anti-Lock (ABS) ..................... .100, 285
Fluid Check ........................... .253
Master Cylinder ........................ .253
Parking .............................. .164
Warning Light ...........................84
Brake/Transmission Interlock ................. .169
Bulb Replacement ......................... .197
Bulbs, Light .......................... .157, 197
Camera, Rear ............................ .185
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .......... .290
Capacities, Fluid .......................... .290 Caps, Filler
Fuel ................................. .186
Oil (Engine) ........................ .231, 239
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ................ .251
Carbon Monoxide Warning ............... .154, 290
Car Washes .............................. .278
Cellular Phone ........................... .308
Certification Label ......................... .188
Chains, Tire ............................. .274
Change Oil Indicator .................... .82, 231
Changing A Flat Tire ....................... .255
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) ....96
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety .............. .154
Checks, Safety ............................ .154
Child Restraint ........................... .137
Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................... .141
Child Seat Installation .................... .151
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ....... .147
Infant And Child Restraints ................ .140
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ...... .143
Older Children And Child Restraints .......... .140
Seating Positions ........................ .142
Clean Air Gasoline ........................ .28712 INDEX 323