2022 FIAT 500X brake

282SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum
and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned
regularly using mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to
maintain their luster and to prevent corrosion.
Wash wheels with the same soap solution
recommended for the body of the vehicle and
remember to always wash when the surfaces are
not hot to the touch.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration
caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium
chloride, calcium chloride, etc., and other road
chemicals used to melt ice or control dust on dirt
roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or
a stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s
protective coating that helps keep them from
corroding and tarnishing.
When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including
excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the
selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and
equipment to prevent damage to the wheels.
Mopar® Wheel Treatment or Mopar® Chrome
Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or
select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for
aluminum or chrome wheels.
NOTE:If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels with
wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the
brakes to remove the water droplets from the
brake components. This activity will remove the
red rust on the brake rotors and prevent vehicle
vibration when braking.
Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low
Gloss Clear Coat Wheels
WARNING!
Limited use spares are for emergency use only.
Installation of this limited use spare tire affects
vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive
more than the speed listed on the limited use
spare wheel. Keep inflated to the cold tire
inflation pressures listed on your Tire and
Loading Information Placard located on the
driver’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the
driver’s side door. Replace (or repair) the original
equipment tire at the first opportunity and
reinstall it on your vehicle. Failure to do so could
result in loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or
harsh brushes. Many aftermarket wheel
cleaners and automatic car washes may
damage the wheel's protective finish. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar®
Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
CAUTION!

Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle
brush, metal polishes or oven cleaner. These prod
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ucts may damage the wheel's protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, Mopar®
Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.

CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty
wheels, DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives,
or polishing compounds. They will permanently
damage this finish and such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
HAND WASH ONLY USING MILD SOAP AND
WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular
basis; this is all that is required to maintain this
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
The VIN is stamped on the plate illustrated, located
on the left front corner of the instrument panel
cover, visible from outside the vehicle through the
windshield.
Windshield VIN Location

BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake
systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems lose
normal capability, the remaining system will still
function. However, there will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You may notice
increased pedal travel during application, greater
pedal force required to slow or stop, and potential
activation of the Brake Warning Light.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,
repeated brake applications with the engine OFF)
the brakes will still function. However, the effort
required to brake the vehicle will be much greater
than that required with the power system
operating.
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to
ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the
vehicle. Any time a wheel has been removed and
reinstalled on the vehicle, the lug nuts/bolts
should be torqued using a properly calibrated
torque wrench using a six-sided (hex) deep wall
socket.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
**Use only authorized dealer recommended lug nuts/
bolts and clean or remove any dirt or oil before tightening.
Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to
mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or
loose particles.

Wheel Mounting Surface

Lug Nut/Bolt Torque **Lug Nut/Bolt
Size Lug Nut/Bolt
Socket Size
89 ft-lb
(120 N·m) M12 x 1.25 x
25.5 17 mm
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS293
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Engine Coolant We recommend using Mopar® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile
(240,000 km) Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent
meeting the requirements of the manufacturer Material Standard MS.90032.
Engine Oil We recommend using Mopar® SAE 0W-30 Full Synthetic Engine Oil which
meets the requirements of the manufacturer Material Standard MS-13340.
Equivalent full synthetic SAE 0W-30 engine oil can be used but must have the
API Starburst trademark Ú
page 242.
Engine Oil Filter We recommend using a Mopar® Engine Oil Filter. If a Mopar® Engine Oil Filter
is unavailable, only use filters that meet or exceed SAE/USCAR-36 Filter
Performance Requirements.
Fuel Selection 91 Octane (R+M)/2 Recommended, 87 Octane (R+M)/2 Acceptable, 0-15%
Ethanol.
Component
Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part
Automatic Transmission Use only Mopar® ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid, or
equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or
performance of your transmission.
Power Transfer Unit (PTU) We recommend using Mopar® Front Axle/PTU Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE
75W-90 (API GL-5).
Rear Differential Module (RDM) We recommend using Mopar® Rear Axle/RDM Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE
75W-90 (API GL-5).
Brake Master Cylinder We recommend using Mopar® DOT 4.
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INDEX
A
About Your Brakes......................................... 289Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise
Control)............................................................ 94Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............... 248Adding Fuel.................................................... 111Adding Washing Fluid.................................... 241Additives, Fuel............................................... 290Advance Phone Connectivity......................... 160Air Bag........................................................... 196Air Bag Operation...................................... 197Driver Knee Air Bag................................... 198Enhanced Accident Response......... 201, 234Event Data Recorder (EDR)....................... 234Front Air Bag............................................. 196If Deployment Occurs................................ 201Knee Impact Bolsters................................ 197Maintaining Your Air Bag System.............. 204Maintenance............................................. 204Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.............196Side Air Bags............................................. 198Transporting Pets...................................... 215Air Bag Light.................................................. 215Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner
Filter)............................................................. 243Air Conditioner Maintenance......................... 244
Air Conditioner Refrigerant........................... 244Air Conditioner System................................. 244Air Conditioning................................................ 43Air Conditioning Filter..............................49, 244Air Conditioning, Operating Tips....................... 48Air Filter........................................................ 243Air PressureTires......................................................... 276AlarmArm The System.......................................... 21Disarm The System..................................... 21Security Alarm...................................... 21, 72All Wheel Drive (AWD)...................................... 90Alterations/ModificationsVehicle........................................................... 9Android Auto........................................ 162, 164Android Auto™
S
........................................ 162Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)................. 248, 292Disposal................................................... 249Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)...................... 174Anti-Lock Warning Light................................... 72Apple CarPlay....................................... 162, 165Apple CarPlay® ¹.......................................... 164Assist, Hill Start............................................. 177Audio Settings............................................... 148Audio Systems (Radio).................................. 122
Auto Down Power Windows..............................53Auto Up Power Windows..................................53Automatic Door Locks......................................24Automatic Headlights.......................................37Automatic High Beams.....................................37Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)..............48Automatic Transmission......................... 85, 251Adding Fluid..................................... 251, 293Fluid And Filter Change............................. 251Fluid Change............................................. 251Fluid Level Check...................................... 251Fluid Type........................................ 251, 293Special Additives...................................... 251Axle Fluid....................................................... 293Axle Lubrication............................................ 293
B
Battery................................................... 70, 241Charging System Light.................................70Keyless Key Fob Replacement....................15Belts, Seat.................................................... 215Blind Spot Monitoring................................... 178BluetoothConnecting To A Particular MobilePhone Or Audio Device After Pairing
..... 156Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 244
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300 B-Pillar Location
............................................. 273Brake Assist System...................................... 175Brake Control System, Electronic.................. 175Brake Fluid.................................................... 293Brake System...................................... 250, 289Anti-Lock (ABS).......................................... 289Fluid Check............................................... 293Master Cylinder......................................... 250Warning Light.............................................. 70Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 39Bulbs, Light.................................................... 216
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Camera, Rear................................................ 110Capacities, Fluid............................................ 292Caps, Filler Oil (Engine)................................................ 240Radiator (Coolant Pressure)...................... 249Car Washes................................................... 286Carbon Monoxide Warning.................. 216, 217CD.................................................................. 150Cellular Phone............................................... 173Certification Label......................................... 112Chains, Tire.................................................... 283Chart, Tire Sizing............................................ 270Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator
Light)............................................................... 78Checking Your Vehicle For Safety.................. 214Checks, Safety............................................... 214Child Restraint............................................... 204
Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 207Child Seat Installation.............................. 213How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt.... 211Infant And Child Restraints....................... 206LATCH Positions....................................... 208Locating The LATCH Anchorages.............. 210Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 208Older Children And Child Restraints......... 206Seating Positions...................................... 207Cigar Lighter.................................................... 52Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 290CleaningWheels..................................................... 282Climate Control................................................ 43Clutch........................................................... 250Fluid......................................................... 250Coin Holder...................................................... 51Cold Weather Operation.................................. 80Compact Spare Tire...................................... 280Console............................................................ 51Floor............................................................ 51Contract, Service.......................................... 295Controls........................................................ 142Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 249Cooling System............................................. 247Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)...................... 248Coolant Level............................................ 249Cooling Capacity....................................... 292
Disposal Of Used Coolant......................... 249Drain, Flush, And Refill............................. 248Inspection........................................ 247, 249Points To Remember................................ 249Pressure Cap............................................ 249Radiator Cap............................................. 249Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze)......................... 248, 292, 293Corrosion Protection..................................... 286Cruise Control (Speed Control).........................93Cruise Light............................................... 76, 77Customer Assistance.................................... 294Customer Programmable Features............... 123Cybersecurity................................................ 122
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Daytime Running Lights...................................36Defroster, Rear Window...................................42Defroster, Windshield................................... 215De-Icer, Remote Start......................................20Deleting A Phone........................................... 156Diagnostic System, Onboard............................78Dimmer SwitchHeadlight.....................................................36DipsticksOil (Engine)............................................... 241Disabled Vehicle Towing............................... 232Disc Drive...................................................... 150Disconnecting............................................... 156

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Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
....................... 249Disturb........................................................... 159Door Ajar.......................................................... 71Door Ajar Light................................................. 71Door LocksAutomatic.................................................... 24Remote Keyless Entry................................. 22Drag & Drop................................................... 140Driver Memory Presets.................................. 147Driver’s Seat Back Tilt..................................... 26DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
..................................... 120
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Electric Brake Control System....................... 175Anti-Lock Brake System............................. 174Traction Control System............................ 178Electric Park Brake.......................................... 82Electric Parking Brake..................................... 82Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet)......... 52Electrical Power Outlets................................... 52Electronic Stability Control (ESC)...................176Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light........ 71Emergency Refueling..................................... 229Emergency, In Case OfHazard Warning Flasher............................ 218Jacking...................................................... 218Jump Starting............................................ 226
Overheating.............................................. 229Towing...................................................... 232Emission Control System Maintenance........... 78Engine........................................................... 240Air Cleaner................................................ 243Break-In Recommendations........................ 82Checking Oil Level.................................... 241Compartment........................................... 240Coolant (Antifreeze).................................. 293Cooling..................................................... 247Exhaust Gas Caution....................... 216, 217Fails To Start............................................... 81Flooded, Starting......................................... 81Jump Starting........................................... 226Oil........................................... 242, 292, 293Oil Filler Cap............................................. 240Oil Filter.................................................... 243Oil Selection.................................... 242, 292Overheating.............................................. 229Starting........................................................ 80Enhanced Accident Response
Feature................................................ 201, 234Ethanol......................................................... 291Exhaust Gas Cautions.......................... 216, 217Exhaust System................................... 216, 246Exterior Lighting............................................... 36Exterior Lights.........................................36, 216
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FiltersAir Cleaner
................................................ 243Air Conditioning................................. 49, 244Engine Oil........................................ 243, 293Engine Oil Disposal................................... 243FlashersHazard Warning........................................ 218Turn Signals................................ 38, 77, 216Flash-To-Pass...................................................37Flooded Engine Starting...................................81Floor Console...................................................51Fluid Capacities............................................ 292Fluid Leaks.................................................... 216Fluid Level ChecksEngine Oil................................................. 241Fluid, Brake................................................... 293Fog Lights........................................................38Folding Rear Seats...........................................26Freeing A Stuck Vehicle................................. 231Front And Rear Park Assist System............... 102Fuel............................................................... 290Adding...................................................... 111Additives................................................... 290Clean Air................................................... 290Ethanol..................................................... 291Gasoline................................................... 29011

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302 Gauge
.......................................................... 73Materials Added........................................ 290Methanol................................................... 291Octane Rating................................. 290, 293Specifications............................................ 293Tank Capacity............................................ 292Full Brake Control System............................. 182Fuses............................................................. 252
G
Gasoline, (Fuel)............................................. 290Gasoline, Clean Air........................................ 290Gasoline, Reformulated................................. 290GaugesFuel............................................................. 73Gear Selector Override.................................. 230Glass Cleaning............................................... 288Gross Axle Weight Rating............................... 113GVWR............................................................ 112
H
HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing Water
........................ 120Hazard Warning Flashers.............................. 218Head Restraints............................................... 30HeadlightsAutomatic.................................................... 37Cleaning.................................................... 286Delay........................................................... 37
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch.......... 36Lights On Reminder..................................... 37Passing........................................................ 37Switch.......................................................... 36Time Delay................................................... 37Heated Mirrors................................................. 35Heated Seats................................................... 29High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer)
Switch.............................................................. 36Hill Start Assist.............................................. 177HitchesTrailer Towing........................................... 115Holder, Coin..................................................... 51Hood Prop........................................................ 58Hood Release.................................................. 58
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Ignition............................................................. 17Switch.......................................................... 17Inside Rearview Mirror..................................... 33Instrument Cluster........................................... 63Display......................................................... 64Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning................... 288Interior Appearance Care.............................. 287Interior Lights................................................... 38Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).................. 40iPod/USB/MP3 Control.................................... 51
J
Jack Location................................................ 219Jack Operation.............................................. 220Jacking Instructions...................................... 220Jump Starting................................................ 226
K
Key FobArm The Alarm
.............................................21Disarm The Alarm........................................21Keyless Entry...............................................23Remote Keyless Entry..................................14Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless
Entry)...............................................................15Keyless Enter 'n Go™Enter The Trunk...........................................23Lock The Vehicle’s Doors................... 23, 132Passive Entry...............................................23Passive Entry Programming.........................23Remote Control............................................23Unlock From The Driver’s Side.....................23Unlock From The Passenger’s Side.............23Keyless Entry...................................................14Keys.................................................................14Replacement...............................................16
L
Lane Change And Turn Signals........................38Lane Change Assist..........................................38LaneSense.................................................... 108

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Lap/Shoulder Belts
....................................... 190Latches.......................................................... 216Hood........................................................... 58Leaks, Fluid................................................... 216Life Of Tires................................................... 278Liftgate............................................................ 60Closing........................................................ 60Opening....................................................... 60Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer....................... 42Light Bulbs..................................................... 216Lighter Cigar............................................................ 52Lights............................................................. 216Adaptive Cruise Control............................... 72Air Bag....................................................... 215Audio System.............................................. 72Automatic Headlights.................................. 37Brake Warning............................................ 70Coolant Temperature.................................. 70Cruise................................................... 76, 77Daytime Running......................................... 36Dimmer Switch, Headlight........................... 36Drive Mode.................................................. 73Electric Power Steering............................... 71Electronic Park Brake.................................. 72Electronic Stability Control................... 72, 73Exterior............................................... 36, 216Exterior Bulb................................................ 76External Light.............................................. 73Fog....................................................... 38, 76
Fuel Cutoff................................................... 76Fuel Level.................................................... 76Full Brake Control........................................ 76Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 218Headlight Switch.......................................... 36Headlights................................................... 36Headlights On Reminder............................. 37High Beam............................................ 36, 77Hood Open.................................................. 71Icy Road Condition....................................... 76Immobilizer Fail........................................... 76Instrument Cluster....................................... 36Intensity Control.......................................... 39Interior......................................................... 38LaneSense.................................... 73, 76, 77Light Sensor................................................ 77Lights On Reminder..................................... 37Loose Fuel Filler Cap................................... 73Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).......... 73Park............................................................. 76Passing........................................................ 37Seat Belt Reminder..................................... 71Security Alarm............................................. 72Service........................................................ 74Service LaneSense...................................... 73Service Stop Start........................................ 74Speed.......................................................... 77StopStart Active........................................... 77Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS).............. 185Transmission Fault...................................... 72
Transmission Temperature..........................75Trunk Open..................................................72Turn Signals................................ 38, 77, 216Vanity Mirror................................................33Loading Vehicle............................................. 112Tires.......................................................... 273LocksAutomatic Door............................................22Child Protection...........................................24Low Tire Pressure System............................. 185Lubrication, Body.......................................... 244Lug Nuts/Bolts.............................................. 289
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Maintenance Free Battery............................ 241Maintenance Schedule................................. 235Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine).....73ManualService...................................................... 296Master CylinderBrakes...................................................... 250Media Mode.................................................. 150Methanol....................................................... 291Mirrors.............................................................33Heated.........................................................35Outside........................................................34Rearview......................................................33Vanity...........................................................33Modifications/AlterationsVehicle........................................................... 9
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