2018 FIAT 500X battery replacement

169)The cooling system is pressurised. If
the cap needs replacing, do so with
another original or the effectiveness of the
system may be compromised. Do not
remove the reservoir plug when the engine
is hot: you risk scalding yourself.
170) Do not travel if the windscreen
washer reservoir is empty: using the
windscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Repeated operation of
the system without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some system
components.
171) Some commercial additives for
windscreen washer fluid are flammable.
The engine compartment contains hot
components which may start a fire.
172) Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental
contact, immediately wash the affected
parts with water and mild soap. Then rinse
thoroughly. Call a doctor immediately if
swallowed.
173) The symbol
, on the brake fluid
container indicates if a brake fluid is
synthetic or mineral-based. Use of mineral
type fluids will damage the special rubber
seals of the braking system beyond repair.
174) Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Keep open flames away from the
battery and do not use objects that might
create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
175) Using the battery with insufficient fluid
irreparably damages the battery and may
cause an explosion.
176) When performing any operation on
the battery or near it, always protect your
eyes with special goggles.
IMPORTANT
85) Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are
not compatible with each other! Topping up
with an unsuitable fluid could severely
damage your vehicle.
86) The oil level must never exceed the
MAX. mark.
87) Always top up using engine oil of the
same specifications as that already in the
engine.
88) PARAFLU
UPanti-freeze is used in the
engine cooling system. Use fluid of the
same type as that contained in the cooling
system for any top-ups. PARAFLU
UP
cannot be mixed with any other type of
fluid. If this happens, do not start the
engine under any circumstances and
contact a Fiat Dealership.
89) Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen,
immediately wash with water.
90) If the vehicle must remain unused for a
long time at a very low temperature,
remove the battery and take it to a warm
place, to avoid freezing.
91) Incorrect installation of electric and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your car. After purchasing your
vehicle, if you wish to install any
accessories (e.g. anti-theft, radio phone,
etc.), go to a Fiat Dealership, which will
suggest the most suitable devices and
advise you whether a higher capacity
battery needs to be installed.
IMPORTANT
3) The used engine oil and the filter that has
been replaced contain substances that are
harmful to the environment. To change the
oil and filters, we advise you to contact a
Fiat Dealership.
4) Used transmission fluid contains
substances that are harmful to the
environment. It is advisable to contact a
Fiat Dealership to have the fluid changed.
5) Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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connect the positive cable (+) of the
battery charger to the positive battery
terminal E and the negative cable (–) to
sensor terminal D as shown;
turn on the battery charger. At the
end of the charging process, switch the
battery charger off;
after having disconnected the
charging device, reconnect connector A
to the sensor C as shown.
SERVICING
PROCEDURES
92) 93) 94)
The following pages contain the rules
on the required maintenance
envisaged by the technical personnel
who designed the vehicle.
In addition to these specific
maintenance instructions specified for
routine scheduled servicing, there are
other components which may require
intervention or replacements over the
vehicle’s life cycle.
ENGINE OIL
95)
Engine oil level check
To ensure correct engine lubrication, the
oil must always be kept at the
prescribed level (see "Engine
compartment" in this chapter).
AIR CLEANER
177)
Replacing the air cleaner
See the "Scheduled servicing plan" for
the correct servicing intervals.
It is advisable to replace it with a
genuine spare part, designed especially
for this vehicle.
AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
96) 97)
To ensure the best possible
performance, the air conditioning
system must be checked and undergo
maintenance at a Fiat Dealership at the
beginning of the summer.
WINDOWS
When cleaning the heated windscreen
and rear window be careful, if the
defrosting function is active, regarding
the temperature of the glass; also make
sure that children do not come into
contact with the heated surface. The
glass may be hot.
Never use an abrasive detergent to
clean the surface of the windows.
Do not use scrapers or sharp items that
might scratch the windows.
Spray the detergent on the cloth to be
used for cleaning the rear view mirror.
Do not spray the detergent directly on
the glass.
Cleaning the window with hot water
could cause the removal of any labels.
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INDEX
ABS (system)...............74
Active safety systems ...........74
Adaptive Cruise Control ........129
Airbag Front airbags .............106
Side bags ...............110
Airbags (SRS supplementary restraint system) ...........106
Alarm .....................14
Automatic dual zone climate control system .............35
Automatic light control (AUTO function) .................25
Automatic main beam headlights . . .27
Automatic transmission.........119
Automatic transmission - key removal .................169
Automatic transmission - lever unlock ..................168
Battery ..................195
advice for extending its life .....195
replacement ..............195
Battery recharging ............197
Blind Spot Assist System ........78
Bodywork (cleaning and maintenance) .............203
Bonnet ....................40
Boot .....................41
Boot (extension) ..............20 Brakes
brake fluid level ............194
Bulbs types of bulbs ............149
Carrying children safely .........93
Changes/alterations to the car ......5
Changing a wheel ............159
Checking levels ..............187
Child restraint systems ..........93
Child safety device ............18
Climate control system ..........33
CO2 emissions ..............229
Colour display ...............48
Control buttons ..............49
Control panel and on-board instruments ...............47
Daytime running lights (DRL) ......26
Dead Lock (device) ............17
Dimensions................213
Dipped beam headlights .........25
Dipped/main beam headlights (bulb replacement) ..........151
Direction indicators ............28
Display ....................49
Doors .....................15
Driving assistance systems .......78
DST (system) ................76
DTC (system) ................74 Dual clutch automatic
transmission - lever unlock .....170
Dual clutch automatic transmission - removing the
key....................171
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) .....115
Electric sun roof ..............38
Electric windows ..............37
Electrically adjustable front seats ....19
Electronic Cruise Control ........127
Emergency starting ...........166
Engine ...................208
engine coolant level .........194
marking ................207
Engine compartment ..........187
Engine compartment (washing) . . . .204
Engine oil consumption .............194
level check ..............194
EPB (Electric Parking Brake) .....115
ERM (system) ................76
ESC (system) ................74
Exterior lights ................25
Fiat Code (system) ............14
Fix&Go Automatic kit ..........163
Fluids and lubricants ..........222
Fog lights ..................26
Fog lights (bulb replacement) .....151
Follow Me Home .............26