2018 FIAT 500L LIVING wheel

a pair of gloves located in the hose
compartment of the cartridge D.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely. The
car must be stopped in a lay-by,
car-park or parking or service area, and
the ground must be as level as possible
and sufficiently compact;
switch off the engine, pull up the
handbrake and engage the 1stgear or
reverse. Make sure that any passengers
get out of the car and go to a safe
place where they will not obstruct traffic
or be exposed to the risk of injury.
Wear the reflective safety jacket
(compulsory by law) before getting out
of the car;
Insert the cartridge A fig. 130
containing the sealant in the proper
compartment of the compressor B,
pressing it down hard. Remove the
adhesive speed label C and apply it in a
visible position;
wear the gloves;
remove the cap from the tyre valve
and connect and firmly tighten the
transparent tube of the sealing fluid D
fig. 130. If a 250 ml cartridge is present
the housing of the transparent tube is
provided with removable ring to
facilitate extraction. Make sure that the
ON-OFF button F fig. 132 is in the off
position (button not pressed);
insert the electrical connector E fig.
131 in the 12 V current socket of the
car and start the engine;
operate the compressor by pressing
the ON-OFF button F fig. 132. When
the pressure shown in the "Wheels"
paragraph in the “Technical data”
chapter or on the specific label appears
on the pressure gauge G, stop the
compressor by pressing the ON-OFF
button again;
disconnect the cartridge A fig. 133
from the compressor, by pressing
the release button H and lifting the
cartridge upwards.
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131F0Y0625C
132F0Y0626C
133F0Y0627C
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FRONT UPPER LIGHT
CLUSTER
This contains the bulbs for the direction
indicators and dipped headlights.
The bulbs are arranged as follows fig.
136:
A: direction indicators
B: dipped beam headlights
DIRECTION INDICATORS
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
remove cover A fig. 136;
turn bulb holder B fig. 137
anticlockwise, extract bulb C and
replace it;
refit the new bulb on the bulb holder,
making sure it is correctly locked;
refit the bulb holder in its housing
and turn it clockwise, until the locking
click is heard;
then refit the cover A fig. 136.DIPPED BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
remove cover B fig. 136;
remove the connector and bulb
holder C fig. 138 unit, releasing it
outwards;
remove bulb D from connector E
and replace it;
refit the new bulb on the connector,
making sure it is correctly locked;
refit the connector and bulb holder C
unit in its housing;
then refit the cover B fig. 136.
FRONT LOWER LIGHT
CLUSTER
This contains the bulbs for the main
beams and side lights/daytime running
lights (DRL).
The bulbs are arranged as follows fig.
139:
C: main beam headlights
D: side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
steer the wheel completely inwards;
undo the screws A fig. 140 and
remove the flap B;
remove cover C fig. 139;
136F0Y0021C
137F0Y0022C
138F0Y0023C
139F0Y0499C
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remove the connector and bulb
holder D unit, releasing it outwards;
remove the bulb E from connector F
and replace it;
refit the new bulb on the connector,
making sure it is correctly locked;
refit the connector and bulb holder D
unit in its housing;
finally refit cover C.SIDE LIGHTS/DAYTIME
RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
(versions with LED lights)
For light replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
Daytime running lights (DRL)
(versions with incandescent bulb)
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
steer the wheel completely inwards;
undo the screws A fig. 140 and
remove the flap B;
remove cover D fig. 139;
turn bulb holder E fig. 142
anticlockwise, extract bulb F from
connector G and replace it;
refit the new bulb on the connector,
making sure it is correctly locked;
refit the bulb holder unit E in its
housing and turn it clockwise, until the
locking click is heard;
finally refit cover D.
SIDE DIRECTION
INDICATORS
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
adjust the lens A fig. 143 to
compress in the internal catch B fig.
144, then pull the cluster outwards;
turn the bulb holder C anticlockwise,
extract bulb D and replace it;
refit the bulb holder C in the lens A
fig. 143and turn it clockwise;
refit the cluster making sure that the
internal catch B fig. 144 clips into
position.
140F0Y0145C
141F0Y0025C
142F0Y0026C
143F0Y0147C
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FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
steer the wheel completely inwards;
undo the screws A fig. 145 and
remove the flap B;
release the clip C fig. 146 and
disconnect the electrical connector D;
turn and remove the bulb holder E;
release the bulb and replace it;
refit the new lamp and carry out the
procedure described previously in
reverse.
REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS
These contain the bulbs for the side
lights, brake lights and direction
indicators.
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
take the Allen key A fig. 147
provided;
operate tab B fig. 148 and remove
protective cover C (located in the side
area of the luggage compartment);
use Allen key A to unscrew fixing
devices D fig. 149 of the rear light
cluster;
extract the light cluster by removing
it with both hands in the direction
indicated by the arrows fig. 150;
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145F0Y0148C
146F0Y0033C147F0Y0149C
148F0Y0150C
149F0Y0258C
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Cable disconnection
Once the engine has been started,
remove the cables proceeding as
follows:
disconnect the end of the cable
used for negative (–) from the engine
earth of the car with flat battery;
disconnect the other end of the
cable used for negative (–) from the
negative terminal (–) of the auxiliary
battery;
disconnect the end of the cable
used for positive (+) from the positive
terminal (+) of the auxiliary battery;
disconnect one end of the cable
used for positive (+) from the positive
terminal (+) of the car with flat battery.
If it is often necessary to perform a
jump starting, have the car battery and
the recharging system checked by a
Fiat Dealership.
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by
pushing, towing or coasting downhill.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
servo and electric power steering are
not active until the engine is started. A
much greater effort will therefore be
required to use the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.IMPORTANT Any accessories (e.g.
mobile phones, etc.) connected to the
vehicle power sockets draw current
even if they are not used. These
devices, if left connected too much time
with engine off, may cause the battery
to drain with following reduction of
its life and/or failure to start the engine.
WARNING
140)Do not get too close to the radiator
cooling fan: the electric fan may start;
danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other
loose clothing might be pulled by moving
parts.
141)Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
142)The batteries contain acid that can
burn skin or eyes. Batteries produce
hydrogen, which is easily flammable and
explosive. Thus keep away flames or
devices which may cause sparks.
143)This starting procedure must be
performed by expert personnel because
incorrect actions could cause electrical
discharge of considerable intensity.
Furthermore, battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames and lighted
cigarettes away from the battery and do
not cause sparks.
WARNING
67)Do not connect the cable to the
negative terminal (–) of the flat battery. The
following spark could lead to battery
explosion and cause serious harm. Only
use the specific earth point; do not use any
other exposed metallic part.
68)Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
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Versions with Dualogic
transmission
Make sure that the transmission is in
neutral (N) (checking that the car moves
when pushed) and proceed in the
same way as for towing a normal car
with a manual transmission. If the
gearbox cannot be put in neutral, do
not tow the car and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
145)Before towing, turn the ignition key to
MAR-ON and then to STOP without
removing it. The steering column
will automatically lock when the key is
removed and the wheels cannot be
steered.
146)Before tightening the ring clean the
threaded housing thoroughly. Make sure
that the ring is fully screwed into the
housing before towing the car.
147)Whilst towing, remember that the
assistance of the brake servo and the
electric power steering is not available,
therefore greater force needs to be exerted
on the brake pedal and more effort is
required on the steering wheel. Do not use
flexible cables when towing and avoid
jerky movements. Make sure not to
damage parts in contact with the car while
towing. When towing the vehicle, you
must comply with all specific traffic
regulations, both in terms of the towing
device and behaviour on the road. Do not
start the engine while towing the vehicle.148)The front and rear tow hooks should
be used only for emergencies on the road.
The car may be towed for short distances
when a dedicated device is used in
compliance with the Highway Code (rigid
bar), and in order to move the vehicle
on the road in preparation for towing or
transport via a tow truck (on Cross versions
do NOT use the rear tow hook for
transport on a tow truck: use the front tow
hook). Tow hooks MUST NOT be used
to tow vehicles off the road or where there
are obstacles (e.g. snow, mud, etc.) and/or
for towing operations using cables or
other non-rigid devices, or if there are
obstructions preventing the car from
moving forward normally with the
transmission in neutral. In compliance with
the above conditions, towing must take
place with the two vehicles (one towing,
the other towed) aligned as much as
possible along the same centre line, to
prevent excessive lateral forces on the
towing devices.
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169F0Y0631C
170F0Y0144C
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SERVICING AND CARE
Correct servicing permits the
performance of the vehicle to be
maintained over time, as well as limiting
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING ...............148
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ...............160
BATTERY RECHARGING ................168
WINDSCREEN / REAR WINDOW
WIPERS ..........................................170
LIFTING THE CAR...........................171
WHEELS AND TYRES.....................172
BODYWORK ...................................172
147

ENGINE OIL
152)70) 71)3)
Check that the oil level is between the
MIN and MAX references on the
dipstick A. If the oil level is near or even
under the MIN mark, add oil using the
filler B to reach the MAX mark.
Take out the engine oil dipstick A, clean
it with a lint-free cloth and reinsert it.
Extract the engine oil dipstick again and
check that the level is between the
MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick.
0.9 TwinAirTurbo versions only
Unscrew the cap, clean the dipstick
with a lint-free cloth, reinsert the
dipstick and screw the cap back on.
Unscrew the cap again and check that
the engine oil level is between the
MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick.
NOTE On 0.9 TwinAirTurbo versions, if
the instrument panel display shows
the message warning that the engine oil
needs to be topped up to the MAX
level, after topping up to the MAX level
the instrument panel Setup Menu
must be used to confirm that this has
been done (see “Display” section of
“Knowing your instrument panel”
chapter).Engine oil consumption: the
maximum engine oil consumption is
usually 400 grams every 1000 km.
During the initial period of use the
engine oil consumption conditions
should be considered as having
stabilised after the first 5000 - 6000
km.
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
153)72)
If the level is too low, unscrew the cap
of reservoir C and add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
154) 155)
If the level is too low, lift reservoir cap D
and add the fluid described in the
"Technical Specifications" chapter.
IMPORTANT The headlight washer
system will not operate when the fluid
level is low, even though the
windscreen/rear window washer
continues to operate. On some
versions there is a reference notch on
the dipstick: ONLY the windscreen/rear
window washer operates with the
level below this reference.BRAKE FLUID
156) 157)73)
Check that the fluid is at the max. level.
If the fluid level in the reservoir is too
low, undo reservoir cap E and add the
fluid described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
DUALOGIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID
4)
The transmission fluid level should only
be checked at a Fiat Dealership.
BATTERY
158) 159) 160) 161)5)74)
The battery does not require the
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled
water. A periodic check carried out at
a Fiat Dealership is, however, necessary
to check efficiency.
IMPORTANT After the battery is
disconnected, the steering must be
initialised. The
warning light on the
instrument panel switches on to
indicate this. To carry out this
procedure turn the steering wheel all
the way from one end to the other
or drive in a straight line for about a
hundred metres.
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