2020 FIAT 500 Owner handbook (in English)

REPLACING THE REAR
WINDOW WIPER BLADE
Proceed as follows:
raise cover A fig. 134 and remove
the arm from the car undoing the nut B
that fastens it to the pivot pin;
correctly position the new arm and
tighten the nut fully;
lower the cover.WINDSCREEN WASHER
NOZZLES
If there is no jet, first check that there is
fluid in the reservoir (see the "Checking
fluid levels" paragraph in this chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged; use a needle to unblock
them if necessary.
The screen washer jets can be oriented
by adjusting the nozzle angles.
The jets should be directed at about
1/3 of the height from the top edge of
the windscreen fig. 135.
IMPORTANT In versions with a sun
roof, make sure that the sun roof is
closed before operating the front jets.REAR WINDOW WASHER
NOZZLE
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is on the rear window
fig. 136.
WARNING
185)Driving with worn windscreen wiper
blades is a serious hazard, because
visibility is reduced in bad weather
conditions.
186)If the window needs to be cleaned,
make sure the device is deactivated or the
key is on STOP.
133F0S0137
134F0S0109
135F0S0110
136F0S0111
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WHEELS AND TYRES
187) 188) 189) 190)
Check the pressure of each tyre,
including the space-saver spare wheel,
approximately every two weeks and
before long journeys: the pressure
should be checked with the tyre rested
and cold.
It is normal for the pressure to increase
when the car is used; for the correct
tyre inflation pressure, see the “Wheels”
paragraph in the “Technical
specifications” chapter.
WARNING
187)Remember that the road holding
qualities of your car also depend on
correct tyre pressures.
188)If tyre pressure is too low, the tyre
may overheat and be severely damaged as
a result.
189)Do not switch tyres from the
right­hand side of the vehicle to the
left­hand side, and vice versa.
190)Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
BODYWORK
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paintwork
Paintwork does not only serve an
aesthetic purpose, but also protects the
underlying sheet metal.
Normal care for paintwork consists of
washing the car; how often depends on
the conditions and environment where
the car is used. For example, in highly
polluted areas, or if the roads are
spread with salt, it is advisable to wash
the car more frequently.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
6)
Versions with matt paintwork
These versions have exclusive matt
paintwork which requires special care
for its preservation. The instructions for
good preservation follow below:
avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations. Then,
wash the vehicle, only by hand, using
pH-neutral detergents; dry it with a wet
chamois leather. Abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used for
cleaning the car.
Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the
acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
Avoid (if at all possible) parking the
car under trees; remove vegetable
resins immediately as, when dried, it
may only be possible to remove them
with abrasive products and/or polishes,
which is highly inadvisable as they
could alter the typical opaqueness of
the paint.
Do not use pure windscreen washer
fluid for cleaning the windscreen and
the rear window: dilute it to at least
50% with water.
Some versions are fitted with exclusive
decorations on the door mirror covers;
do not use pressurised or high-
temperature jets of water when
washing them.
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Versions with stickers or wrapping
To correctly clean and wash the car,
proceed as follows:
avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations. Then,
wash the vehicle, only by hand, using
pH-neutral detergents; dry it with a wet
chamois leather. Abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used for
cleaning the car.
If high pressure jets or cleaners are
used to wash the vehicle, keep a
distance of at least 40 cm from the
bodywork to avoid damage or
alteration. It should be remembered
that a build up of water could cause
damage, in the long term, to the car.
Wet the bodywork with a low-
pressure water jet.
Wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy
solution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing the sponge.
Rinse well with water and dry with a
jet of air or a chamois leather. Dry the
less visible parts with special care, such
as the door frames, bonnet and the
headlight frames, where water may
stagnate more easily. The car should
not be taken to a closed area
immediately, but left outside so that
residual water can evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been
parked in the sun.Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned
in the same way as the rest of the
vehicle.
Where possible, do not park under
trees; the resinous substances that
many species release give the paint a
dull appearance and increase the
possibility of triggering rusting
processes.
IMPORTANT In case of water stains
(rings) on the wrapping, remove it,
washing again and drying it with
a non-abrasive soft cloth.
IMPORTANT NOTES
Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the
acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
Avoid (if at all possible) parking the
car under trees; remove vegetable
resins immediately as, when dried, it
may only be possible to remove them
with abrasive products and/or polishes,
which is highly inadvisable as they
could alter the paint, the stickers or the
wrapping.
Do not use pure windscreen washer
fluid for cleaning the windscreen and
the rear window: dilute it to at least
50% with water.
65) 66)
WARNING
65)It is not advisable to wash with
pressure washer or, in case of use, it is
necessary to maintain at least a minimum
distance of 40 cm with water at room
temperature.
66)Abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the vehicle
WARNING
6)Detergents pollute the environment.
Only wash your vehicle in areas equipped
to collect and treat wastewater from this
type of activity.
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INTERIOR
Regularly check that water is not
trapped under the mats (due to water
dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.),
as this could cause oxidation of the
sheet metal.
191) 192)
SEATS AND FABRIC
PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner. It is advisable to use a
moist brush on velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and mild soap.
PLASTIC AND COATED
PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic
parts with a moist cloth and a solution
of water and non-abrasive mild soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and specifically
designed to prevent damage to the
appearance and colour of the treated
parts, to remove grease and tough
stains.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol, petrols
and derivatives to clean the instrument
panel lens.LEATHER PARTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Use only water and neutral soap to
clean these parts. Never use alcohol or
alcohol-based products. Before using
a specific product for cleaning interiors,
make sure that it does not contain
alcohol and/or alcohol-based
substances.
WARNING
191)Never use flammable products, such
as petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean
the inside of the car. The electrostatic
charges which are generated by rubbing
during the cleaning operation may cause a
fire.
192)Do not keep aerosol cans in the
vehicle: they might explode. Aerosol cans
must not be exposed to a temperature
exceeding 50°C. When the vehicle is
exposed to sunlight, the internal
temperature can greatly exceed this value.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Everything you may find useful for
understanding how your car is made
and works is contained in this chapter
and illustrated with data, tables and
graphics. For the enthusiasts and the
technician, but also just for those who
want to know every detail of their
car.IDENTIFICATION DATA....................156
ENGINE ..........................................157
WHEELS .........................................158
DIMENSIONS ..................................163
WEIGHTS........................................164
REFUELLING ..................................165
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............167
PERFORMANCE .............................170
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND CO
2EMISSIONS ....................................171
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING
THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS
LIFE ................................................172
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IDENTIFICATION
DATA
It is advisable to take note of the
identification codes. The following
identification codes are printed and
shown on the plates:
VIN plate.
Chassis marking.
Bodywork paint identification plate
(where provided).
Engine marking.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
It is applied to the left side of the rear
floor in the luggage compartment
or, depending on the version, on the
passenger-side rear pillar. It shows the
following information fig. 137:
AName of Manufacturer.
BType-approval number.
CVehicle type identification code.DChassis manufacture progressive
number.
EMaximum authorised weight of
vehicle fully laden.
FMaximum authorised weight of
vehicle when fully laden plus trailer.
GMaximum admitted weight on first
(front) axle.
HMaximum authorised weight on
second axle (rear).
IEngine type.
LBodywork version code.
MSpare part number.
NFiat colour code (where provided).
BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
(where provided)
Depending on the version, the plate
may be applied to the external tailgate
pillar (left side) and contains the
following informationfig. 138:
APaint manufacturer.BColour name.
CFiat colour code.
DRespray and touch up code.
Alternatively, depending on the version,
the Fiat Colour Code may be integrated
in the type-approval data summary
plate (field N fig. 137).
CHASSIS MARKING
It is applied on the right side of the rear
floor in the boot and shows the
following fig. 139:
type of vehicle;
chassis serial number.
ENGINE MARKING
It is stamped on the cylinder block and
includes the type and the engine serial
number.
137F0S0668
138F0S0113
139F0S0114
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ENGINE
GENERAL INFORMATION 1.2 8V 69 HP 1.2 8V 69 HP LPG
0.9 TwinAir 85 HP(*)
Engine code 169A4000 169A4000 312A2000
Cycle Otto Otto Otto
Number and position of cylinders 4 in line 4 in line 2 in line
Piston bore and stroke (mm) 70.8 × 78.86 70.8 × 78.86 80.5 × 86.0
Total displacement (cm³) 1242 1242 875
Compression ratio 11.1 : 1 11.1 : 1 10 ± 0.2 : 1
LPG Petrol
Maximum power (EC) (kW) 51 51 51 62.5
Maximum power (EEC) (HP) 69 69 69 85
corresponding engine speed (rpm) 5500 5500 5500 5500
Maximum torque (EEC) (Nm) 102 102 102 145
Maximum torque (EEC) (kgm) 10.4 10.4 10.4 14.8
corresponding engine speed (rpm) 3000 3000 3000 1900
Spark plugsNGK ZKR7A-10 /
Champion RA8MCX4NGK ZKR7A-8 NGK LKR9EI-8
FuelUnleaded petrol 95
R.O.N. (EN228
specifications)LPG for motor
vehiclesUnleaded petrol 95
R.O.N. (EN228
specifications)Unleaded petrol 95
R.O.N. (EN228
specifications)
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
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WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless
radial carcass tyres. All approved tyres
are listed in the registration document.
IMPORTANT If there are any
discrepancies between the Owner
Handbook and the registration
document, take the information from
the latter. For safe driving, the car must
be fitted with tyres of the same make
and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use air chambers
with tubeless tyres.
193) 194) 197) 198) 199)
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Front wheels toe-in measured between
rims: 0.5±1mm
The values refer to the car in running
order.
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