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JUMP STARTING ................................... 184
Remote Battery Connection Posts......184
Jump Starting Procedure.....................186
Bump Starting ..................................... 187
ENGINE OVERHEATING ......................... 187 MANUAL PARK RELEASE ...................... 188TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............ 188
Four-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models .........189
TOW EYES ............................................. 189ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) .................................... 190EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............ 190
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................... 191
Periodic Checks ...................................191
Heavy Usage Of The Vehicle ...............191
Maintenance Plan — 2.0L Engine .......192
Maintenance Plan — 2.9L Engine .......194
ENGINE COMPARTMENT....................... 196
Checking Levels — 2.0L Engine .......... 196
Checking Levels — 2.9L Engine .......... 197
Engine Oil ............................................. 197
Engine Coolant Fluid............................198
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights ............................................ 198 Brake Fluid ...........................................199
Automatic Transmission Activation
System Oil ............................................ 199 Useful Advice For Extending The
Life Of Your Battery .............................. 199 Battery ..................................................199
Pressure Washing ................................ 200
BATTERY RECHARGING ......................... 200
Important Notes .................................. 200
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ........................ 201
Engine Oil ............................................. 201
Engine Oil Filter ................................... 201
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... 201
Air Conditioning System
Maintenance........................................ 201 Lubricating Moving Parts Of The
Bodywork ............................................. 202 Windshield Wiper................................. 202
Exhaust System ................................... 204
Cooling System .................................... 204
Braking System.................................... 205
Automatic Transmission ..................... 206
Replacing The Battery ......................... 206
Fuses .................................................... 206
Bulb Replacement ............................... 212
TIRES ..................................................... 216
Tire Safety Information ....................... 216
Tires — General Information ............... 222
Spare Tires — If Equipped ................... 226
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ............... 227
Tire Types ............................................. 227
Tire Chains and Traction Devices ....... 228
Tire Rotation Recommendations........ 229
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ........ 229
Treadwear ............................................ 229
Traction Grades ................................... 229
Temperature Grades ........................... 230
STORING THE VEHICLE ......................... 230
BODYWORK ........................................... 231
Protection Against Atmospheric
Agents .................................................. 231 Corrosion Warranty ............................. 231
Preserving The Bodywork .................. 231
INTERIORS ............................................. 232
Seats And Fabric Parts ....................... 232
Leather Seats ...................................... 232
Plastic And Coated Parts .................... 232
Alcantara Parts — If Equipped ............ 232
Genuine Leather Parts........................ 232
Carbon Fiber Parts .............................. 232
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) ....................................................... 233
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Plate ..................................................... 233
ENGINE .................................................. 233
POWER SUPPLY ..................................... 234 TRANSMISSION ..................................... 235BRAKES.................................................. 235
SUSPENSION ......................................... 235
STEERING .............................................. 235
DIMENSIONS ......................................... 236
Luggage Compartment Volume ......... 238
WEIGHTS ................................................ 238
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(o) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
Visually inspect the condition and tensioning of the
accessory drive belt(s).●●●●●●●●●●●●
Change engine coolant.
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Replace transfer case oil (AWD models only).
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Replace accessory drive belt(s).●
Replace air cleaner cartridge.
5●●●●●
Replace the additional fuel filter (if equipped).
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Change the brake fluid.
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Replace the passenger compartment cleaner.5o●o●o●o●o●o●o●o
Spark plug replacement.
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1. The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signaled by the warning light or message in the instrument panel. In all cases, never exceed 1 year/10,000 miles (16,000 km).
2. The SOS backup battery must be replaced every five years, regardless of mileage.
3. Top up using the fluids indicated, only after checking that the system is intact

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4. If oil degradation ratio (data collectible from diagnostic device) is more than 80% (oil quality less than 20%), engine oil and filter replacement is recommended.
5. If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner filter must be replaced every 10,000 miles (16,000 km). 6. The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, regardless of the mileage.
7. The spark plug change interval is 60,000 miles for NAFTA market or 60,000 km outside NAFTA. Yearly intervals do not apply.
Thousands of miles102030405060708090100110120130140150
Years123456789101112131415
Thousands of kilometers163248648096112128144160176192208224240
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you
have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and affect vehicle handling and performance. This could
cause an accident.
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Brake pads/brake discs replacement.
3
Visually inspect the condition and tensioning of the
accessory drive belt(s).●●●●●●●●●●●●
Change engine coolant.
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Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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Replace transfer case oil (AWD models only).
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Replace accessory drive belt/s.4
Replace air cleaner cartridge.5●●●●●●●
Replace the additional fuel filter (if equipped).●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Change the brake fluid.
6
Replace the cabin air filter.5o●o●o●o●o●o●o●o
Spark plug replacement.
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1. The SOS backup battery must be replaced every five years, regardless of mileage.
2. Top off using the fluids indicated only after checking that the system is intact
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3. The actual interval for changing the brake pads and the carbon ceramic brake discs depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signaled by the warning light or message on the instrument panel. After each discs replacement, reset the warning light using the diagnostic socket.
4. Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 36,000 miles (60,000 km). Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every 4 years. Dusty areas and/ or demanding use of the vehicle (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage 18,000 miles (30,000 km). Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every 2 years.
5. If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner filter must be replaced every 10,000 miles (16,000 km). 6. The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, regardless of the mileage.
7. The spark plug change interval is mileage-based only. Yearly intervals do not apply.
Thousands of miles102030405060708090100110120130140150
Years123456789101112131415
Thousands of kilometers163248648096112128144160176192208224240
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CHECKING LEVELS — 2.0L ENGINE
1 – Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap4 – Intercooler Coolant Reservoir Cap
2 – Brake Fluid Reservoir Access Cover 5 – Engine Oil Filler Cap
3 – Windshield/Headlights Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap
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CHECKING LEVELS — 2.9L ENGINE
ENGINE OIL
The engine oil level can be seen on the
instrument cluster display every time the engine
is started, or on the Information and
Entertainment system display by activating on the
main menu (MENU button) the following
functions in sequence:
1. “Vehicle Information”
2. “Engine Oil”
Check that the oil level is between the MIN and
MAX level on the instrument cluster display using
the 6 notches shown. 1 notch displays the MIN
level and 6 notches displays the MAX level.

NOTE:
Use care when filling under hood fluids such as
engine oil, windshield washer fluid, antifreeze
etc. to minimize spillage onto top of engine. Any
excess fluid that is spilled onto the top of the
engine should be removed using compressed air
or absorbent cloth.
If the oil level is close to or below the MIN mark,
add oil gradually through the filler, (refer to
“Top-Up And Oil Level Indication Update On
Display” in this section) considering that each
notch shown on the display corresponds to
approximately 8.8 fl oz (250 ml).The oil level can also be checked manually on
2.9L Quadrifoglio models.
1 – Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap
4 – Intercooler Coolant Reservoir Cap
2 – Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap Access Cover 5 – Engine Oil Dipstick
3 – Windshield/Headlight Washer Fluid Reservoir Cap 6 – Engine Oil Filler
CAUTION!
Make sure not to add too much oil when
topping off the engine. Engine oil in excess
may damage the engine. Have the vehicle
checked. Never exceed the MAX level when
topping off engine oil. It is advisable to check
the oil level in intermediate steps using the oil
dipstick (2.9L Quadrifoglio Only).
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NOTE:
Always reinstall the oil cap and tighten to proper
torque whenever it is removed to add oil to
engine. Never run the engine with cap removed
as this could cause oil to leak from engine.
Manual Oil Level Checking Procedure —
2.9L Quadrifoglio
Check that the oil level is between the MIN and
MAX marks on dipstick, clean it with a lint-free
cloth and reinsert it. Extract the dipstick again
and check that the level is between the MIN and
MAX marks.
Top-Up And Oil Level Indication Update On
Display — 2.9L Quadrifoglio
If an engine oil top-off is needed, in order to
ensure the correct indication of the oil level on
the display, proceed with the following process:
Leave the car on flat ground with the engine
running for approximately five minutes
(temperature higher than 198°F (90°C) and
shut the engine off.
Wait for five minutes, turn the ignition to the
ACC mode without starting the engine and wait
for a few seconds.

NOTE:
If the level indication is not updated after the
previously described procedure, repeat the
engine adjustment, shut the engine off and wait
another five minutes before starting it again. If
the indication is not updated after the second
start, contact an authorized dealer.
Top-Up And Oil Level Indication Update On
Display — 2.0L
If an engine oil top-off is needed, in order to
ensure the correct indication of the oil level on
the display, proceed with the following process:
Leave the car on flat ground with the engine
running for approximately five minutes
(temperature higher than 176°F (80°C) and
shut the engine off.
Start the engine again and idle it for about two
minutes.

NOTE:
If you have added the specified amount of oil and
the indicator is not reading “Full”, please contact
an authorized dealer.
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
If the level is too low, unscrew the cap of the
reservoir and add the fluid described

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WASHER FLUID FOR WINDSHIELD/
H
EADLIGHTS
The windshield and headlight (if equipped)
washer fluid reservoir is equipped with a
telescopic filler neck.
If the level is too low, remove reservoir cap and lift
the filler neck. Then, add the fluid described

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filler neck and install the reservoir cap until you
hear it click.
CAUTION!
The oil level is not refreshed immediately on
the display after topping off. Consequently,
wait for the oil level to be refreshed on the
display and follow the procedure below.
WARNING!
If the engine oil is being topped up, wait for the
engine to cool down before loosening the filler
cap, particularly for vehicles with aluminum
cap (if equipped). WARNING: risk of burns!
CAUTION!
The oil level must never exceed the MAX mark.
If the MAX mark is exceeded (last notch on the
right turns red) after the fill-up, go to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the oil in excess removed.
Do not add oil with specifications different
from those of the oil already in the engine.
Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to the
environment. To change the oil and filters, we
advise you to contact an authorized dealer.
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