2018 FIAT 500X fuel pump

LPG TANK
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The car has a pressurised tank for
storing LPG in a liquid state. It is
toroidal and is located in the spare
wheel compartment with suitable
protection.
LPG tank certification
The LPG tank is certified in
accordance with the regulations in
force.
In Italy, the tank has a life of
10 years starting from the car
registration date. If the car has
been registered in a country other
than Italy, the duration and the
testing/inspection procedures of
the LPG tank can vary depending
on the national provisions in force
in that country. In all case, when the
time limit for your country has
expired, go to a Fiat Dealer to have
the tank replaced.
LPG/PETROL SWITCH
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This engine normally runs on LPG
except during starting when it runs on
petrol.
Switching to LPG is automatic: the
green warning light
on the
instrument panel turns off.
To change fuel type, press the
button on the dashboard fig. 54with
the car stationary and engine running,
or while driving.
If the LPG runs out during LPG
operation, the system automatically
switches over to running on petrol.
The four bars on the digital indicator
near the letters LPG on the instrument
panel indicate the level of LPG in the
tank.
REFUELLING
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LPG
Maximum refuelling capacity (including
reserve) (*): 38 litres
(*) The figure already takes into account
the 80% tank filling limit and the
residual fluid required for priming; it is
the maximum permitted capacity. In
addition, after different refuelling
processes, this figure may vary due to
differences between the network pump
supply pressures, pumps having
different supply/locking features, tank
not completely run out of fuel.
Note that when using a fuel such as
LPG, the range is very variable
because, in addition to the vehicle
driving and servicing conditions, it also
depends on the composition of the gas
which may vary, not only seasonally, but
also from supplier to supplier. LPG is, in
effect, a composition of gas (butane
and propane) mixed in a way that may
not be standardised.
IMPORTANT In order to avoid
inconsistent information by the LPG
gauge on the instrument panel, it is
recommended to refill with at least
10 litres each time.
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109)Do not start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. These
manoeuvres may damage the catalytic
converter.
IMPORTANT
42) There must therefore always be some
petrol in the tank to protect the petrol
pump and to guarantee temporary
switching from LPG to petrol operation, if
high performance is required.
43) We recommend that during the initial
period, or during the first 1600 km, you do
not drive to full car performance (e.g.
excessive acceleration, long journeys at top
speed, sharp braking, etc.).
44) When the engine is switched off never
leave the ignition device in the MAR
position to prevent useless current
absorption from draining the battery.
45) A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely no
practical purpose; it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to turbocharged
engines.
46) Warning light
will flash after starting
or during prolonged cranking to indicate a
fault with the glow plug heating system. If
the engine starts, the vehicle can be used
as normal, but a Fiat Dealership must be
contacted as soon as possible.
PARKING THE
VEHICLE
Always remove the ignition key when
leaving the car.
When parking and leaving the car,
proceed as follows:
engage a gear (1stgear if facing
uphill or reverse if facing downhill) and
leave the wheels turned;
stop the engine and apply the
electric parking brake;
Block the wheels with a wedge or a
stone if the car is parked on a steep
slope.
On versions equipped with automatic
transmission or dual clutch automatic
transmission, wait for the letter P to be
displayed before releasing the brake
pedal.
IMPORTANT NEVER leave the car with
the gearbox in neutral (or, on versions
equipped with automatic transmission
or dual clutch automatic transmission,
before putting the shift lever in the P
position).
ELECTRIC PARKING
BRAKE (EPB)
The vehicle is equipped with electric
parking brake (EPB) to guarantee better
use and optimal performance
compared to a manually operated
parking brake.
The electric parking brake features a
switch, located on the central tunnel
fig. 94, a motor with caliper for each
rear wheel and an electronic control
module.
IMPORTANT Always engage the
electric parking brake before leaving the
car.
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REFUELLING THE
VEHICLE
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PETROL ENGINES
Only use unleaded petrol with a number
of octanes (R.O.N.) not lower than 95
(EN228 specification).
IMPORTANT Never introduce leaded
petrol to the tank, even in small
amounts in an emergency, as this
would damage the catalytic converter
beyond repair.
DIESEL ENGINES
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Only use Diesel for motor vehicles (EN
590 specification).
When using or parking the vehicle for a
long time in the mountains or cold
areas, it is advisable to refuel using
locally available diesel. In this case, it is
also advisable to keep the tank over
50% full.
LPG ENGINES
The gas filler is located next to the
petrol filler cap. It has a check valve,
located in the filler body itself.
To access the LPG filler, open the
access flap A fig. 113and undo the cap
B.
Observe the following precautions
during the refuelling operation:
switch off the engine;
engage the electric parking brake;
put the ignition device in the STOP
position;
do not smoke;
hand the special adapter A
fig. 114over to the qualified LPG
refuelling personnel.
IMPORTANT Depending on the country,
there are various types of adapters for
LPG refuelling pumps. The filler adapter
A fig. 114, supplied with the vehicle and
located in a special case, is specifically
designed for the country in which the
vehicle is sold. If you are in a different
country, find out what type of adaptor is
used there.
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IMPORTANT Before refuelling with LPG,
the qualified personnel must make sure
that the adapter is correctly screwed
onto the filler.
IMPORTANT Look after the LPG
adapter carefully so that it does not get
damaged.
IMPORTANT Only use LPG for motor
vehicles.
IMPORTANT Only use the adapter
supplied with the vehicle as it is
equipped with a dedicated fuel
pre-filter.
REFUELLING
PROCEDURE
"Capless Fuel" is a device at the
opening for the fuel tank which opens
and re-closes automatically when the
fuel supply gun is introduced/removed.
The "Capless Fuel" device is provided
with an inhibitor which prevents
refuelling with incorrect fuel.
Opening the flap
To refuel proceed as follows:
open the flap A fig. 115 after
releasing it by pressing in the point
shown;
introduce the dispenser in the filler
and refuel;
after refuelling, before removing the
dispenser, wait for at least 10 seconds
in order for the fuel to flow inside the
tank;
then remove the dispenser from the
filler and close flap A.
The flap is provided with a dust cover
gaiter B which prevents deposits of
impurities and dust at the end of the
filler when the flap is closed.
Emergency refuelling
Proceed as follows:
open the boot and take adaptor C
fig. 116, located in the tool box or in the
Fix&Go kit container (according to the
versions);
open flap A fig. 115, as described
previously;
introduce the adaptor in the filler as
shown and refuel;
after refuelling, remove the adapter
and close the flap;
finally refit the adaptor in the boot.
Fuel - Vehicle
compatibility
identification Graphic
symbol for informing
consumers in
accordance with
EN16942
The symbols shown below facilitated
recognising the correct fuel type to be
used on your car.
Before proceeding with refuelling, check
the symbols inside the fuel filler flap
(where provided) and compare them
with the symbols shown on the fuel
pump (where provided).
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Symbols for petrol powered cars
E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to
2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with
EN228
E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to
3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with
EN228
Symbols for diesel powered cars
B7: Diesel containing up to 7% (V/V) of
FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
compliant with theEN590specification
B10: Diesel containing up to 10% (V/V)
of FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
compliant with the EN16734
specification Symbols for petrol/LPG bi-fuel cars
E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to
2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with
EN228
E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to
3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with
EN228
LPG: Automotive LPG compliant with
EN589
WARNING
136)
Do not apply any object/plug to the
end of the filler which is not provided for
the car. The use of non-compliant
objects/plugs could cause a pressure
increase inside the tank, resulting in
dangerous situations.
137) Do not bring naked flames or lit
cigarettes near to the fuel filler: fire risk.
Keep your face away from the fuel filler to
prevent breathing in harmful vapours.
138) Do not use a mobile phone near the
refuelling pump: risk of fire.
IMPORTANT
76) Vehicles with a diesel engine must only
be filled with diesel fuel for motor vehicles,
in compliance with European Standard EN
590. The use of other products or mixtures
may damage the engine beyond repair and
consequently invalidate the warranty, due
to the damage caused. If you accidentally
introduce other types of fuel into the tank,
do not start the engine. Empty the tank. If
the engine has been run for even an
extremely limited amount of time, you must
not only drain the fuel tank, but the rest of
the supply circuit as well.
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