Get In Case of Emergency Guide for Fiat 124 Spider 2 Door Second Generation (2016-2020)

Driving In Flooded Area

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Note: Do not drive the vehicle on

flooded roads as it could cause short

circuit of electrical/electronic parts, or

water enters the engine and causes it

to lock up (hydro-lock) and stall. If the

vehicle has been immersed in water

contact your authorized dealer.

Note: Be careful not to overload your

vehicle. The gross axle weight rating

(GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight

rating (GVWR) of the vehicle are on the

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on

the driver's door frame. Exceeding

these ratings can cause an accident or

vehicle damage. You can estimate the

weight of the load by weighing the

items (or people) before putting them in

the vehicle.

Caution!

Always check the depth of the standing

water before driving through it. Never drive

through standing water that is deeper than

the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the

vehicle.

Although your vehicle is capable of

driving through shallow standing water,

consider the following Cautions and

Warnings before doing so.

Determine the condition of the road or

the path that is under water and if there

are any obstacles in the way before driving

through the standing water.

Driving On Uneven Road

Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when

driving through standing water. This will

minimize wave effects.

Your vehicle's suspension and

Warning!

underbody can be damaged if driven

on rough/uneven roads or over speed

bumps at excessive speeds.

Driving through standing water may

cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain

components. Always inspect your vehicle’s

fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle,

etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid

that is milky or foamy in appearance) after

driving through standing water. Do not

continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid

appears contaminated, as this may result

in further damage. Such damage is not

covered by the New Vehicle Limited

Warranty.

Driving through standing water limits

your vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not

exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving

through standing water.

Use care and reduce speed when

traveling on rough/uneven roads or over

speed bumps.

Driving through standing water limits

your vehicle’s braking capabilities, which

increases stopping distances. Therefore,

after driving through standing water, drive

slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal

several times to dry the brakes.

Use care not to damage the vehicle's

underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when

driving under the following conditions:

Ascending or descending a slope

with a sharp transition angle.

Failure to follow these warnings may

result in injuries that are serious or fatal to

you, your passengers, and others around

you.

Ascending or descending a driveway

or trailer ramp with a sharp transition

angle.

Getting water inside your vehicle’s

engine can cause it to lock up and stall

out, and cause serious internal damage to

the engine. Such damage is not covered

by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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This vehicle is equipped with low profile

tires allowing class-leading performance

and handling. As a result, the sidewall

of the tires are very thin and the tires

and wheels can be damaged if driven

through potholes or on rough/uneven

roads at excessive speeds.

Use care and reduce speed when

traveling on rough/uneven roads or

through potholes.

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS . . . .190

REPLACING A BULB . . . . . . . . .190

REPLACING FUSES . . . . . . . . . .200

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING . .209

TIRE SERVICE KIT . . . . . . . . . . .214

JUMP STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . .223

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . .225

TOWING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . . .226

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE

SYSTEM (EARS) . . . . . . . . . . . .228

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) . .229

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off to warn oncoming traffic of an

emergency. Push the switch a second

time to turn off the Hazard Warning

Lights. The hazard warning indicator

lights in the instrument cluster will flash

simultaneously.

HAZARD WARNING

LIGHTS

REPLACING A BULB

General Instructions

Control

Warning!

The Hazard Warning Lights should

always be used when you stop on or

near a roadway in an emergency.

Note:

Before proceeding with the replacement

of the lamp wait until the exhaust pipes are

cool: DANGER OF BURNS!

The Hazard Warning Light switch is

located on the center instrument panel

below the radio. Push the switch to turn

the Hazard Warning Lights on or off.

The turn signals do not work while

the Hazard Warning Lights are

activated.

Modifications or repair of the electrical

system performed incorrectly and without

taking into account the technical

characteristics can cause malfunctions

with the risk of fire.

Note: The Hazard Warning Lights warn

other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic

hazard and that they must take extreme

caution when near it.

Check local regulations about the

use of Hazard Warning Lights while the

vehicle is being towed to verify that it is

not in violation of the law.

Halogen lamps contain gas under

pressure, in the event of breakage be

careful of the projection of fragments of

glass.

If the brake pedal is pressed while

driving on slippery roads, the

emergency stop signal system could

operate causing all of the directional

turn signals to flash.

Halogen lamps must be handled by

touching only the metallic part. If the

transparent bulb is in contact with the

fingers, reduces the intensity of the

emitted light and you can also affect the

life of the lamp. In case of accidental

contact, rub the bulb with a cloth

While the emergency stop signal

system is operating, all of the

directional turn signals automatically

flash rapidly to caution the driver of a

vehicle following behind of a sudden

braking situation.

dampened with alcohol and allow to dry.

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Hazard Warning Light Switch

Before replacing a bulb check the

contacts for oxidation.

When the switch is pushed, the Hazard

Warning Lights are active and all

directional turn signals will flash on and

Replace blown bulbs with others of

the same type and power.

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After replacing a headlight bulb,

always check its alignment.

When the weather is cold or damp

or after heavy rain or washing, the

surface of headlights or rear lights may

steam up and/or form drops of

condensation on the inside. This is a

natural phenomenon due to the

difference in temperature and humidity

between the inside and the outside of

the glass which does not indicate a

fault and does not compromise the

normal operation of lighting devices.

The mist disappears quickly when the

lights are turned on, starting from the

center of the diffuser, extending

To replace the bulb, contact your

authorized dealer.

When a light is not working, check

that the corresponding fuse is intact

before replacing the bulb. For the

location of fuses, refer to the section on

“Replacing Fuses” in this chapter.

Caution!

progressively towards the edges.

Use the protective cover and carton for the

replacement bulb to dispose of the old

bulb promptly and out of the reach of

children.

Note:

When removing the lens or light unit

using a flathead screwdriver, make

sure that the flathead screwdriver does

not contact the interior terminal. If the

flathead screwdriver contacts the

terminal, a short circuit may occur.

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Replacement Bulbs

Light Bulbs

Type

Power

Front Position

LED

–

Front Side-Maker Lights (If Equipped With Full-LED Headlights)

Front Positions/Side-Maker Lights (If Equipped With Halogen Headlights)

High Beam (If Equipped With Full-LED Headlights)

High Beam/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (If Equipped With Halogen Headlights)

Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (If Equipped With Full-LED Headlights)

Low Beam (If Equipped With Full-LED Headlights)

Low Beam (If Equipped With Halogen Headlights)

Front Direction Indicator Light

W5W

WY5W

LED

5 W

–

HB3

60 W

–

LED

–

H11

55 W

21 W

5 W

55 W

–

WY21W

WY5W

H11

Side Direction Indicator Light

Fog Light

Rear Position Lights

LED

Stop Lights

LED

–

Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)

Rear Direction Indicator Light

LED

–

WY21W

W5W

W21W

W5W

21 W

5 W

21 W

5 W

10 W

5 W

Rear Side Marker

Reverse Light

License Plate Light

Overhead Light

Trunk Lid Light

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Light Bulbs

Rear Lights

3. Remove the fasteners in the seven

locations and partially peel back the

mud guard.

The bulbs are arranged as follows :

Front Lights

The bulbs are arranged as follows :

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Rear Lights

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Mud Guard

Head Lights

4 — Side Marker — If Equipped

5 — Position Light/Stop Light/Rear Di-

rection Indicator Light

1 — Fasteners

2 — Mud Guard

1 — High Beam with Daytime Running

Lights (DRL)/Position Light/Low Beam/

Side Marker

6 — Reverse Light — If Equipped

7 — Third Stop Light

4. Turn the cover counterclockwise and

remove it, disconnect the connector

from the unit by pressing the tab on the

connector with your finger and pulling

the connector.

2 — Front Indicator Light

3 — Fog Light

Replacing Exterior

Lights

Headlights (low beam)

(If Equipped with halogen bulb)

Proceed as follows:

5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

6. Disconnect the bulb from the

socket.

1. If you are changing the right bulb,

start the engine, turn the steering wheel

all the way to the right, and turn off

engine. If you are changing the left bulb,

turn the steering wheel to the left.

7. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

2. Make sure the ignition is placed in

the OFF mode, and the headlight

switch is off.

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Headlights (High Beam) With

Daytime Running Lights

(If Equipped With LED Lamps)

Proceed as follows:

1. If you are changing the right bulb,

start the engine, turn the steering wheel

all the way to the right, and turn off

engine. If you are changing the left bulb,

turn the steering wheel to the left.

2. Make sure the ignition is placed in

the OFF mode, and the headlight

switch is off.

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Mud Guard

Front Direction Indicator Lights

3. Remove the fasteners in the seven

locations and partially peel back the

mud guard.

Proceed as follows:

1. If you are changing the right bulb,

start the engine, turn the steering wheel

all the way to the right, and turn off

engine. If you are changing the left bulb,

turn the steering wheel to the left.

4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

5. Turn the cover counterclockwise and

remove it, disconnect the connector

from the unit by pressing the tab on the

connector with your finger and pulling

the connector.

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2. Make sure the ignition is placed in

the OFF mode, and the headlight

switch is off.

Head Lamp Assembly

1 — High Beam Lamp

2 — Position Lamp

3 — Daytime Running Lamp

3. Remove the fasteners in the five

locations and partially peel back the

mud guard.

6. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

7. Disconnect the bulb from the

socket.

4. Disconnect the connector from the

unit by pressing the tab on the

connector with your finger and pulling

the connector rearward.

8. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

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Fog Lights

Side Direction Indicator Lights

Proceed as follows:

1. If you are changing the right bulb,

start the engine, turn the steering wheel

all the way to the right, and turn off

engine. If you are changing the left bulb,

turn the steering wheel to the left.

1. Make sure the ignition is placed in

the OFF mode, and the headlight

switch is off.

2. If you are changing the right bulb,

start the engine, turn the steering wheel

all the way to the right, and turn off

engine. If you are changing the left bulb,

turn the steering wheel to the left.

2. Make sure the ignition is switched

off, and the headlight switch is off.

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3. Remove the fasteners in the five

locations and partially peel back the

mud guard.

Front Direction Indicator Housing

3. Remove the fasteners in the five

locations and partially peel back the

mud guard.

1 — Socket Assembly

2 — Bulb

4. Disconnect the connector from the

unit by pressing the tab on the

connector with your finger and pulling

the connector.

4. Disconnect the electrical connector

from the bulb by pressing the tab on

the connector with your finger and

pulling the connector.

6. Disconnect the bulb from the

socket.

5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise, extract the bulb and

remove it.

5. Remove the lens assembly by

pressing the tab on the unit with your

finger and pulling the unit forward to

compress in the internal catch, then pull

the cluster outwards.

6. Disconnect the bulb from the

socket.

7. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

Brake lights / Tail lights

Go to your authorized dealer when the

replacement of this lights is necessary.

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Direction Indicator Lamp Connector

7. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

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6. Lift up the lens assembly, and then

remove the cluster and install the new

side direction indicator lens assembly in

the reverse order of the removal

procedure.

2. Turn the socket counterclockwise,

remove socket assembly then remove

the bulb.

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Side Direction Indicator

1 — Fasteners

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Side Direction Indicator

3 — Internal Catch

4 — Lens Assembly

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Front Side Marker

1 — Socket

2 — Bulb Assembly

Front Side Marker

(If Equipped With Halogen Bulb)

Proceed as follows:

3. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

1. Remove the fasteners in the seven

locations and partially peel back the

upper side of the mud guard.

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Side Direction Indicator

2 — Lens Assembly

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Rear Direction Indicator Lights

Proceed as follows:

1. Remove the retainers and the trunk

lid end trim.

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Trunk Trim

2 — Connector

Taillight Housing Fasteners

4 — Screw

5 — Nuts

2. Disconnect the connector from the

unit by pressing the tab on the

connector with your finger.

4. Pull the taillight housing rearward to

remove it.

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Trunk Trim

1 — Retainers

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Rear Direction Indicator Socket

Rear of Vehicle

3 — Connector

6 — Taillight Housing

3. Remove the screw and nuts.

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5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise to remove from

taillight housing, and remove bulb.

Reverse Light

Rear Side Marker

Proceed as follows:

1. Make sure the ignition is placed in

the OFF mode, and the headlight

switch is off.

1. Push the lens assembly rearward to

compress the internal catch, then pull

the lens assembly outwards.

2. Turn the socket assembly

counterclockwise to remove, and

remove bulb.

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Taillight Housing

7 — Socket and Bulb Assembly

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Rear Side Marker

6. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

1 — Rear Side Marker Lens Assembly

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Reverse Light

1 — Socket Assembly

2 — Bulb

2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise to remove, and

remove bulb.

3. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

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License Plate Lights

3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove, remove

bulb.

Proceed as follows:

1. Make sure the ignition is placed in

the OFF mode, and the headlight

switch is off.

2. Slide the unit as shown in the figure

to remove it.

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License Plate Light Housing

2 — Socket and Bulb Assembly

4. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure. Insert

catch and push the housing back into

place.

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Side Marker Housing

2 — Socket and Bulb Assembly

3. Install the new bulb and then

reinstall the socket in the reverse order

of the removal procedure.

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Trunk Lid

1 — License Plate Light Assembly

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Replacing Interior Light

Bulbs

REPLACING FUSES

General Information

Overhead Light

Proceed as follows:

Warning!

1. Using a suitable tool to prevent

damage to the lens, remove the

overhead light by carefully prying on the

edge of the lens.

When replacing a blown fuse, always

use an appropriate replacement fuse with

the same amp rating as the original fuse.

Never replace a fuse with another fuse of

higher amp rating. Never replace a blown

fuse with metal wires or any other material.

Do not place a fuse inside a circuit breaker

cavity or vice versa. Failure to use proper

fuses may result in serious personal injury,

fire and/or property damage.

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Trunk Light

1 — Trunk Light Lens

2. Disconnect the connector from the

trunk light lens.

Before replacing a fuse, make sure that

the ignition is off and that all the other

services are switched off and/or

disengaged.

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If the replaced fuse blows again, contact

an authorized dealer.

Overhead Light Location

1 — Overhead Light Lens

If a general protection fuse for safety

systems (air bag system, braking system),

power unit systems (engine system,

transmission system) or steering system

blows, contact an authorized dealer.

2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.

3. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

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Trunk Light Housing

Your vehicle's electrical system is

protected by fuses.

Trunk Light

Proceed as follows:

2 — Connector

If any lights, accessories, or controls do

not work, inspect the appropriate circuit

protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside

element will be melted. If the same fuse

blows again, go to an authorized dealer

as soon as possible.

1. Using a suitable tool to prevent

damage to the lens, remove the trunk

light lens by carefully prying on the edge

of the lens.

3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.

4. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

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Fuse location

3. Press retaining clip and remove

protection cover.

Fuses are grouped together in two fuse

boxes located in the interior on the left

side of the vehicle and under the hood.

4. Pull the fuse straight out with the

fuse puller provided on the fuse block

located in the engine compartment.

Interior Fuses

If the electrical system does not work,

first inspect the fuses on the vehicle's

left side.

Proceed as follows:

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1. Make sure the ignition is placed in

the OFF mode, and other switches are

turned off.

Fuses

1 — Normal Fuse

2 — Blown Fuse

2. Open the fuse panel cover (located

near the door).

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6. Insert a new fuse of the same

amperage rating, and make sure it fits

tightly. If it does not fit tightly, contact

your authorized dealer. If you have no

spare fuses, borrow one of the same

rating from a circuit not essential to

vehicle operation, such as the audio or

outlet circuit.

Fuse Puller

5. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it is

blown.

7. Reinstall the cover and make sure

that it is securely installed.

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Note: Always replace a fuse with a

genuine FCA fuse or equivalent of the

same rating. Otherwise you may

damage the electric system.

Fuse Panel Cover

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Underhood Fuses

2. Remove the front tab while slightly

lifting the front of the cover.

If the headlights or other electrical

components do not work and the fuses

in the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse

block in the engine compartment. If a

fuse is blown, it must be replaced.

3. Remove the cover while lifting it and

sliding it to the rear.

4. If any fuse but the main fuse is

blown, replace it with a new one of the

same amperage rating.

Make sure the ignition is placed in the

OFF mode, and other switches are

turned off and remove the fuse block

cover. If the lock is forcefully opened,

the fuse block cover may come in

contact with the frame when it is

removed and become scratched.

When removing the cover, remove it

slowly according to the following

procedure:

1. Disengage the rear lock by pressing

down on the front tab with your fingers.

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Fuse

1 — Normal Fuse

2 — Blown Fuse

5. Reinstall the cover and make sure

that it is securely installed.

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Underhood Fuse Block

1 — Lock

2 — Cover

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Fuse Block (Engine Compartment)

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DESCRIPTION

ENG IG3

FUSE RATING

5 A

PROTECTED COMPONENT

Engine Control Systems

Horn

F01

F02

F03

F04

F05

F06

F07

F08

F09

F10

F11

F12

F13

F14

F15

F16

F17

F18

F19

F20

F21

F22

F23

ENG IG2

HORN2

C/U IG1

ENG IG1

—

5 A

7.5 A

15 A

7.5 A

—

For Protection Of Various Circuits

Engine Control System

—

INTERIOR

—

15 A

—

Overhead Light

—

AUDIO2

METER1

SRS1

15 A

10 A

7.5 A

—

Audio System

Instrument Cluster

Air Bag

—

RADIO

7.5 A

20 A

10 A

15 A

25 A

7.5 A

20 A

15 A

25 A

20 A

7.5 A

Audio System

ENGINE3

ENGINE1

ENGINE2

AUDIO1

A/C MAG

AT PUMP H/L HI

AT

Engine Control System

Audio System

Air Conditioner

Transmission Control System (If Equipped)

Power Door Locks

Headlight (RH)

D LOCK

H/L RH

ENG + B2

Engine Control System

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DESCRIPTION

FUSE RATING

20 A

—

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F24

F25

F26

F27

F28

F29

F30

F31

F32

F33

F34

F35

F36

F37

F38

F39

F40

F41

F42

F43

F44

F45

F46

TAIL

—

Taillights/Number Plate Lights/Position Lights

—

ROOM

FOG

25 A

15 A

20 A

10 A

15 A

20 A

30 A

15 A

5 A

Overhead Light

Fog Lights

H/CLEAN

STOP

Headlight Washer (If Equipped)

Stop Lights/Rear Fog Light (If Equipped)

HORN

Horn

H/L LH

Headlight (LH)

ABS/DSC S

HAZARD

FUEL PUMP

ENG + B3

WIPER

ABS/DSC System

Hazard Warning Flashers/Direction Indicators Lights

Fuel System

Engine Control System

Windshield Wipers

For Protection Of Various Circuits

—

20 A

50 A

—

CABIN + B

—

ABS/DSC M

EVVT A/R PUMP

—

50 A

20 A

—

ABS/DSC System

Engine Control System

—

FAN2

40 A

60 A

Cooling Fan

ENG.MAIN

EPS

Engine Control System

Power Steering System

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DESCRIPTION

DEFOG

FUSE RATING

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F47

F48

F49

F50

F51

F52

30 A

—

Rear Window Defogger

IG2

—

For Protection Of Various Circuits

—

HEATER

—

40 A

—

Air Conditioner

—

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Fuse Block Interior

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DESCRIPTION

RHT R

FUSE RATING

30 A

—

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F01

F02

F03

F04

F05

F06

F07

F08

F09

F10

F11

F12

F13

F14

F15

F16

—

RHT L

—

F.OUTLET

—

15 A

—

Accessory Sockets

—

AT IND

7.5 A

30 A

15 A

30 A

—

AT Shift Indicator — If Equipped

MIRROR

R_DECK R

R_DECK L

F.WASHER

P.WINDOW

—

Power Control Mirror

—

Windshield Washer

Power Windows

—

SRS2/ESCL

SEAT WARM

M.DEF

15 A

20 A

7.5 A

—

Heated Seats — If Equipped

—

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Tools Location

JACKING AND TIRE

CHANGING

Your vehicle may be equipped with a

spare tire, jack, lug wrench and tow

eyes. For details, contact an authorized

dealer.

Warning!

Tools are stored in the trunk.

Do not attempt to change a tire on the

side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.

Pull far enough off the road to avoid the

danger of being hit when operating the

jack or changing the wheel.

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Being under a jacked-up vehicle is

dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the

jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.

Never put any part of your body under a

vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get

under a raised vehicle, take it to a service

center where it can be raised on a lift.

Jack Location

1 — Cover Tab

2 — Jack And Tools Cover

2. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw

counterclockwise.

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The jack is designed to be used as a

tool for changing tires only. The jack

should not be used to lift the vehicle for

service purposes. The vehicle should be

jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid

ice or slippery areas.

Jack Tools

1 — Jack Lever

2 — Lug Wrench (If Equipped)

3 — Tow Eyes (If Equipped)

Preparations For

Jacking

To Remove The Jack

Proceed as follows:

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1. In the right side of the trunk, pull the

cover tab to remove cover.

Jack Components

3 — Wing Bolt

4 — Jack Screw

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To Secure The Jack

Conditions Of Non-Use

Temperatures below -40°F (−40°C).

On sandy or muddy ground.

On uneven ground.

2. Turn on the Hazard Warning Lights

and engage the parking brake.

Proceed as follows:

3. For vehicles with automatic

transmission, place the gear selector in

PARK. For vehicles with manual

transmission, place gear selector in

REVERSE and cycle the engine to OFF.

1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with

the jack screw pointing back, and turn

the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily

tighten it.

On steep roads.

2. Turn the jack screw clockwise.

In extreme weather conditions.

4. Stop the engine. The motor must be

kept off as long as the vehicle is lifted

off the ground.

3. Turn the wing bolt completely to

secure the jack.

In direct contact with the engine or

for repairs under the vehicle.

On boats.

4. Insert the cover tabs and install the

cover.

5. Remove the jack and tools.

Jacking Instructions

6. Block both the front and rear of the

wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking

position. For example, if changing the

right front tire, block the left rear wheel.

Note: Make sure the jack is well

lubricated before using it.

Warning!

A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a

collision or hard stop could endanger the

occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the

jack parts and the spare tire in the places

provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire

repaired or replaced immediately.

Do not attempt to change a tire on the side

of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull

far enough off the road to avoid being hit

when operating the jack or changing the

wheel.

Maintenance

Always keep the jack clean.

Proceed as follows:

Make sure the moving parts are kept

free from dirt or rust.

1. Stop the vehicle in a position that

does not cause any danger to traffic

and lets you change the tire in safety, as

far as possible from the edge of the

driving lane. The ground must be flat

and sufficiently compact.

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Blocking Right Front Tire And Left

Rear Tire

Make sure the screw thread is

adequately lubricated.

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Removing A Tire

4. Continue raising the jack head

gradually by rotating the screw with

your hand until the jack head is inserted

into the lift point.

Warning!

Caution!

Carefully follow these tire changing

warnings to help prevent personal injury or

damage to your vehicle:

Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by

jacking on locations other than those

indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this

vehicle.

Always park on a firm, level surface as

far from the edge of the roadway as

possible before raising the vehicle.

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Loosen Lug Nuts Counterclockwise

Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.

2. Place the jack under the lift point

closest to the tire being changed with

the jack head squarely under the

jacking location.

Block the wheel diagonally opposite the

wheel to be raised.

Apply the parking brake firmly and set

the transmission in PARK.

3. Turn the jack screw in the direction

shown and adjust the jack head so that

it is close to the jacking location.

Do not let any passenger sit in the

vehicle when it is on a jack.

Do not get under the vehicle when it is

on a jack. If you need to get under a raised

vehicle, take it to a service center where it

can be raised on a lift.

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Only use the jack in the positions

indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a

tire change.

Front Jacking Location

5. Insert the jack lever and attach the

lug wrench to tire jack.

If working on or near a roadway, be

extremely careful of motor traffic.

Proceed as follows:

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1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them

counterclockwise one turn each, but do

not remove any lug nuts until the tire

has been raised off the ground.

Raising The Jack

1 — Jack Head

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To Remove An Anti-theft Lug Nut

Proceed as follows:

Warning!

1. Obtain the special key for the

anti-theft lug nut.

Raising the vehicle higher than necessary

can make the vehicle less stable. It could

slip off the jack and hurt someone near it.

Raise the vehicle only enough to remove

the tire.

2. Place the special key on top of the

anti-theft lug nut, and be sure to hold

the key square to it. If you hold the key

at an angle, you may damage both key

and nut. Do not use a power impact

wrench.

7. Remove the lug nuts by turning

them counterclockwise, then remove

the wheel.

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Jack With Lug Wrench Attached

3. Place the lug wrench on top of the

key and apply pressure. Turn the

wrench counterclockwise.

Locking Lug Nuts — If Equipped

Warning!

If your vehicle has optional anti-theft

wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will

lock the tires and you must use a

special key to unlock them. This key will

attach to the lug wrench.

To Install The Anti-theft Lug Nut

Proceed as follows:

Being under a jacked-up vehicle is

dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the

jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.

Never get any part of your body under a

vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get

under a raised vehicle, take it to a service

center where it can be raised on a lift.

1. Place the special key on top of the

nut, and be sure to hold the key square

to it. If you hold the key at an angle, you

may damage both key and nut. Do not

use a power impact wrench.

Register them with the lock

manufacturer by filling out the card

provided in the glove compartment and

mailing it in the accompanying

envelope. If you lose this key, contact

an authorized dealer or use the lock

manufacturer's order form, which is

with the registration card.

2. Place the lug wrench on top of the

special key, apply pressure, and turn it

clockwise.

6. Turn the jack handle clockwise and

raise the vehicle high enough so that

the tire is just raised off the ground and

can be removed. Before removing the

lug nuts, make sure your vehicle is

firmly in position and that it cannot slip

or move.

Accessory wheel locks cannot be used

on steel wheels. This includes situations

when the spare tire is installed. If the

spare tire is installed, one of the original

lug nuts (which should still be in the

vehicle) must be installed in place of the

wheel lock.

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Mounting The Tire

3. Turn the lug wrench

5. Remove the tire blocks and store

the tools and jack.

counterclockwise and lower the vehicle.

Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts

in the order shown.

Proceed as follows:

6. Check the inflation pressure. Refer

to “Technical Specifications” for more

information.

1. Remove dirt and grime from the

mounting surfaces of the wheel and

hub, including the hub bolts, with a

cloth.

With TPMS

Do not push the tire pressure

monitoring system set switch after

installing the spare tire. The switch is

only to be pushed after installing the

repaired flat tire or installing a

replacement tire.

Note: To prevent the jack and tool from

rattling, store them properly.

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Lug Nut Tightening Order

Warning!

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Clean Mounting Surface

Warning!

A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a

collision or hard stop could endanger the

occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the

jack parts and the spare tire in the places

provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire

repaired or replaced immediately.

2. Mount the tire and install the lug

nuts with the beveled edge inward, then

tighten them by hand.

To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off

the jack, do not tighten the wheel nuts fully

until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure

to follow this warning may result in serious

injury.

Caution!

Be sure to mount the spare tire with the

valve stem facing outward. The vehicle

could be damaged if the spare tire is

mounted incorrectly.

4. After tightening the lug nuts, have

them checked with a torque wrench by

an authorized dealer or service station

to verify correct tightness.

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Tire Service Kit

Components And

Operation

Mexico Market:

TIRE SERVICE KIT

Tire Service Storage

The Tire Service Kit is located inside the

trunk.

The Tire Service Kit includes the

following items:

U.S.A. And Canada Markets:

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Tire Service Kit Location

The Tire Service Kit included with your

vehicle is for a temporary repair of a

slightly damaged flat tire resulting from

running over nails or similar sharp

objects on the road surface.

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Tire Service Kit Components —

Mexico Markets

Perform the emergency flat tire repair

without removing the nail or similar

sharp object which punctured the tire.

1— Tire Sealant

2— Compressor

Note: Your vehicle is not equipped with

a spare tire. In the event of a flat tire,

use the Tire Service Kit to repair the tire

temporarily. When doing the repair, refer

to the instructions included in the Tire

Service Kit. If an emergency repair was

performed on a flat tire using the Tire

Service Kit, contact an authorized

dealer to repair or replace the tire as

soon as possible.

3— Valve Core Tool

4— Injection Hose

5— Spare Valve Core

6— Speed Restriction Sticker

7— Instructions

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Tire Service Kit Components —

U.S.A. And Canada Markets

1— Sealant Bottle

2— Compressor

3— Speed Restriction Sticker

4— Repaired Tire Sticker

5— Instructions

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Tire Service Usage

Precautions

Sealing A Tire With Tire

Service Kit

Take care not to allow the contents of

Tire Service Kit to come in contact with

hair, eyes, or clothing. Tire Service Kit

sealant is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or

absorbed through the skin. It causes skin,

eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush

immediately with plenty of water if there is

any contact with eyes or skin. Change

clothing as soon as possible, if there is any

contact with clothing.

The tire sealant cannot be reused. If the

sealant has been used, or is expired,

purchase new tire sealant at an

authorized dealer.

Warning!

Note: The Tire Service Kit cannot be

used in the following cases. Consult an

authorized dealer if any of these

conditions exist:

Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side

of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far

enough off the road to avoid the danger of

being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.

Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains

latex. In case of an allergic reaction or

rash, consult a physician immediately.

Keep Tire Service Kit out of reach of

children. If swallowed, rinse mouth

immediately with plenty of water and drink

plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting!

Consult a physician immediately.

Do not use Tire Service Kit or drive the

vehicle under the following circumstances:

The period of effective use for the

tire sealant has expired (the period of

effectiveness is indicated on the bottle

label).

If the puncture in the tire tread is

approximately 1/4 inch (6 mm) or larger.

If the tire has any sidewall damage.

The tear or puncture in the tire

exceeds about 0.16 inches (4 mm).

If the tire has any damage from driving

with extremely low tire pressure.

The damage has occurred to an

area of the tire other than the tread.

U.S.A. And CANADA Markets:

If the tire has any damage from driving

on a flat tire.

Proceed as follows:

The vehicle has been driven with

nearly no air remaining in the tire.

1. Pull over to a safe location and turn

on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning Lights.

If the wheel has any damage.

If you are unsure of the condition of the

tire or the wheel.

The tire has come off the wheel rim.

2. Verify that the valve stem (on the

wheel with the deflated tire) is in a

position that is near to the ground. This

will allow the Tire Service Kit hoses to

reach the valve stem and keep the Tire

Service Kit flat on the ground. This will

provide the best positioning of the kit

when injecting the sealant into the

deflated tire and running the air pump.

Move the vehicle as necessary to place

the valve stem in this position before

proceeding.

Damage to the wheel rim has

occurred.

Keep Tire Service Kit away from open

flames or heat sources.

The tire has two or more punctures.

A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward

in a collision or hard stop could endanger

the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow

the Tire Service Kit in the place provided.

Failure to follow these warnings can result

in injuries that are serious or fatal to you,

your passengers, and others around you.

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3. Place the gear selector in REVERSE

for a manual transmission, and PARK

for automatic transmission.

7. Pull out the air compressor hose

and the air compressor plug from the

air compressor.

4. Apply the parking brake with the

brake pedal pressed and cycle the

engine OFF.

5. Unload passengers and cargo, then

remove the Tire Service Kit.

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Sealant Bottle With Injection Hose

1 — Injection Hose

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Air Compressor With Hose And

Plug

Note:

Do not shake the bottle

2 — Air Compressor Hose

excessively. Otherwise, the sealant

could spray out of the injection hose. If

the sealant contacts clothing or other

objects, you may not be able to

remove it.

The sealant hardens easily, and

injecting it will be difficult under cold

weather conditions (32 °F (0 °C) or

below). Warm the sealant inside the

vehicle to facilitate injection.

8. Install the air compressor hose,

which was pulled out of the air

compressor, into the injection valve of

the bottle.

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Tire Service Kit Location

6. Gently shake the sealant bottle to

mix the contents. Then extend the

injection hose.

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11. Insert the air compressor plug into

the accessory socket, located deep in

the back of the footwell on the

passenger side, and cycle the ignition

to ACC.

Note: When inserting the air

compressor plug into or removing it

from the accessory socket, make sure

that the air compressor switch is off.

When turning the air compressor on/off,

use the air compressor switch. Before

checking the tire inflation pressure using

the tire pressure gauge, turn the air

compressor switch off.

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Install Air Compressor To Sealant

Bottle

Valve And Valve Cover

5 — Valve Cap

6 — Valve

3 — Air Compressor Hose

4 — Injection Valve

12. The sealant is injected into the tire

when the air compressor is switched

on. After the sealant is injected

completely, wait until the tire inflation

pressure increases to the specified tire

inflation pressure. For the correct

pressure, check the tire inflation

pressure label on the driver's door

frame.

10. Install the bottle to the air

compressor and push it in until the left

and right tabs are engaged securely.

Note: Make sure that the air

compressor switch is off before

inserting the air compressor hose into

the injection valve of the bottle. If the air

compressor hose is not installed to the

injection valve of the bottle securely, the

sealant may leak.

Note: The inflation pressure may

increase to about 43.5 psi (3 Bar)

temporarily to inject the sealant through

the valve. Normally, the inflation

pressure decreases gradually and it

reaches the actual inflation pressure

after about 30 seconds.

9. Remove the valve cap from the valve

of the flat tire, install the injection hose

to the tire valve, and turn the sleeve to

the right to tighten.

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Sealant Bottle Into Air Compressor

7 — Air Compressor Tabs

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16. Remove the air compressor hose

from the injection valve of the bottle.

Then, install the injection hose to the

injection valve of the bottle to prevent

leakage of any remaining sealant.

Warning!

Never use the air compressor above 3 Bar

(43.5 psi). Using the air compressor at an

inflation pressure above 3 Bar (43.5 psi)

continuously is dangerous. If the air

compressor overheats, hot air will be

exhausted and you could get burned.

Do not adhere the speed restriction sticker

to the padded area on the steering wheel.

Adhering the speed restriction sticker to

the padded area on the steering wheel is

dangerous because the air bag may not

operate (deploy) normally resulting in

serious injury. In addition, do not adhere

the sticker to areas where warning lights or

the speedometer cannot be viewed.

Caution!

14. Adhere the repaired tire sticker to

the wheel of the flat tire.

If the tire inflation pressure does not

increase, repair of the tire is not possible. If

the tire does not reach the specified tire

inflation pressure within 10 minutes, it may

have received extensive damage. In this

case, the repair using the tire service kit

was not successful.

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Install Injection Hose To Sealant

Bottle

Note: The remaining sealant in the

hose may spray out when the hose is

removed. Remove the hose carefully

because you may not be able to

remove the sealant contacting clothing

or other objects.

Do not operate the air compressor for a

continuous 10 minutes or longer because

using it for long periods could cause a

malfunction.

17. Install the tire valve cap.

13. Adhere the speed restriction sticker

to an area where it can be viewed easily

by the driver.

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18. Place the Tire Service Kit back into

its storage location.

Repaired Tire Sticker

15. When the tire inflates to the

specified tire inflation pressure, turn the

air compressor switch off, turn the

sleeve of the injection hose to the left,

and pull it out of the tire valve.

19. Start driving immediately to spread

the sealant in the tire.

Note: Carefully drive the vehicle at a

speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) or less. If

the vehicle is driven at a speed of

50 mph (80 km/h) or more, the vehicle

may vibrate.

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Note: With TPMS System: if the tire

is not properly inflated, the

light will illuminate.

Sealing A Tire With Tire

Service Kit

Take care not to allow the contents of

Tire Service Kit to come in contact with

hair, eyes, or clothing. Tire Service Kit

sealant is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or

absorbed through the skin. It causes skin,

eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush

immediately with plenty of water if there is

any contact with eyes or skin. Change

clothing as soon as possible, if there is any

contact with clothing.

warning

After driving the vehicle for about

10 minutes or 3 miles (5 km), connect

the air compressor to the tire using

Step nine of the procedure, and check

the tire inflation pressure using the tire

pressure gauge on the air compressor.

If the tire inflation pressure is lower than

the specified tire inflation pressure, turn

the air compressor on and wait until it

reaches the specified tire inflation

pressure.

Warning!

Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side

of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far

enough off the road to avoid the danger of

being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.

Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains

latex. In case of an allergic reaction or

rash, consult a physician immediately.

Keep Tire Service Kit out of reach of

children. If swallowed, rinse mouth

immediately with plenty of water and drink

plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting!

Consult a physician immediately.

Do not use Tire Service Kit or drive the

vehicle under the following circumstances:

If the puncture in the tire tread is

approximately 1/4 inch (6 mm) or larger.

The Tire Service Kit is completed

successfully if the tire inflation pressure

does not decrease. Carefully drive the

vehicle to the nearest authorized dealer

immediately and have the flat tire

replaced. Replacement with a new tire

is recommended. If the tire is to be

repaired or reused, consult an

If the tire has any sidewall damage.

If the tire has any damage from driving

with extremely low tire pressure.

Mexico Market

If the tire has any damage from driving

on a flat tire.

Proceed as follows:

1. Pull over to a safe location and turn

on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning Lights.

If the wheel has any damage.

If you are unsure of the condition of the

tire or the wheel.

authorized dealer.

2. Verify that the valve stem (on the

wheel with the deflated tire) is in a

position that is near to the ground. This

will allow the Tire Service Kit hoses to

reach the valve stem and keep the Tire

Service Kit flat on the ground. This will

provide the best positioning of the kit

when injecting the sealant into the

deflated tire and running the air pump.

Move the vehicle as necessary to place

the valve stem in this position before

proceeding.

Note:

Keep Tire Service Kit away from open

flames or heat sources.

If an emergency flat tire repair has

been performed using the Tire Service

Kit, FCA recommends that the tire be

replaced with a new one as soon as

possible. If the tire is to be repaired or

reused, contact an authorized dealer.

A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward

in a collision or hard stop could endanger

the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow

the Tire Service Kit in the place provided.

Failure to follow these warnings can result

in injuries that are serious or fatal to you,

your passengers, and others around you.

The wheel can be reused if the

sealant adhering to it is removed.

However, replace the valve with a new

one.

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3. Place the gear selector in REVERSE

for a manual transmission, or PARK for

automatic transmission.

4. Apply the parking brake with the

brake pedal pressed and cycle the

engine OFF.

5. Unload passengers and cargo, then

remove the Tire Service Kit.

6. Gently shake the tire sealant. If the

bottle is shaken after the injection hose

is screwed on, tire sealant could spray

out from the injection hose. Tire sealant

contacting clothing or other objects

may be impossible to remove. Shake

the bottle before screwing on the

injection hose.

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Valve And Valve Cover

5 — Valve Cap

6 — Tire Valve

Note: If there is air remaining in the

tire when the valve core is removed, the

valve core could fly out. Remove the

valve core carefully.

Note:

Do not shake the bottle

excessively. Otherwise, the sealant

could spray out of the injection hose,

and if the sealant contacts clothing or

other objects, you may not be able to

remove it.

9. Turn the valve core counter

clockwise with the valve core tool and

remove the valve core.

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Attaching Injection Hose To Sealant

Bottle

The sealant hardens easily and

injecting it will be difficult under cold

weather conditions 32 °F (0 °C) or

below. Warm the sealant inside the

vehicle to facilitate injection.

8. Remove the valve cap from the flat

tire. Push the back of a valve core tool

to the core of the tire valve and bleed

out all of the remaining air.

7. Remove the cap from the bottle and

screw on the injection hose with the

bottle's inner cap left on to break the

inner cap.

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Turn Valve Core Counterclockwise

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Note: Store the valve core in a place

where it will not get dirty.

Warning!

10. Insert the injection hose into the

valve.

Do not adhere the speed restriction sticker

to the padded area on the steering wheel.

Adhering the speed restriction sticker to

the padded area on the steering wheel is

dangerous because the air bag may not

operate (deploy) normally resulting in

serious injury. In addition, do not adhere

the sticker to areas where warning lights or

the speedometer cannot be viewed.

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Turn Valve Core Clockwise To

Reinstall

16. Pull out the air compressor hose

and the air compressor plug from the

air compressor.

13. Reinsert the valve core into the

valve and turn it clockwise to install.

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Injection Hose Into Valve

Note:

The tire sealant cannot be reused.

If the tire sealant kit has been used, or

is expired, purchase a new one at an

authorized dealer.

11. Hold the bottom of the bottle

upright, squeeze the bottle with your

hands, and inject the entire amount of

tire sealant into the tire.

Do not throw away the empty tire

sealant bottle after use. Return the

empty tire sealant bottle to an

authorized dealer when replacing the

tire. The empty tire sealant bottle will

need to be used to extract and

dispose of the used sealant from the

tire.

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Air Compressor With Hose And

Plug

14. Install the injection hose to the tab

of the bottle to prevent leakage of any

remaining sealant.

2 — Air Compressor Hose

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Squeeze Sealant Into Tire

17. Install the air compressor hose to

the tire valve.

15. Adhere the speed restriction sticker

to an area where it can be viewed easily

by the driver.

12. Pull out the injection hose from the

valve.

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Note:

Carefully drive the vehicle at a

Caution!

speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) or less. If

the vehicle is driven at a speed of

50 mph (80 km/h) or more, the vehicle

may vibrate.

If the tire inflation pressure does not

increase, repair of the tire is not possible.

If the tire does not reach the specified tire

inflation pressure within 10 minutes, it may

have received extensive damage. In this

case, the repair using the tire service kit

was not successful.

With TPMS System: if the tire is

not properly inflated, the

light will illuminate.

warning

After driving the vehicle for about

10 minutes or 3 miles (5 km), connect

the air compressor to the tire using

step nine of the procedure, and check

the tire inflation pressure using the tire

pressure gauge on the air compressor.

If the tire inflation pressure is lower

than the specified tire inflation

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Do not operate the air compressor for a

continuous 10 minutes or longer because

using it for long periods could cause a

malfunction.

Air Compressor Hose Into Valve

18. Insert the air compressor plug into

the accessory socket, located deep in

the back of the footwell on the

passenger side, and cycle the ignition

to ACC.

Note: If the tire has been over

inflated, loosen the screw cap on the air

compressor and bleed some of the air

out.

pressure, turn the air compressor on

and wait until it reaches the specified

tire inflation pressure;

19. Turn the air compressor switch on

and inflate the tire carefully to the

correct inflation pressure. For the

correct pressure, check the tire inflation

pressure label on the driver's door

frame.

20. When the tire inflates to the

specified tire inflation pressure, turn the

air compressor switch off, turn the

sleeve of the air compressor hose to

the left, and pull it out of the tire valve.

The emergency flat tire repair is

completed successfully if the tire

inflation pressure does not decrease.

Carefully drive the vehicle to the

nearest authorized dealer and have the

flat tire replaced. Replacement with a

new tire is recommended. If the tire is

to be repaired or reused, contact an

authorized dealer.

Note: When inserting the air

compressor plug into or removing it

from the accessory socket, make sure

that the air compressor switch is off.

When turning the air compressor on/off,

use the air compressor switch. Before

checking the tire inflation pressure using

the tire pressure gauge, turn the air

compressor switch off.

21. Install the tire valve cap.

22. Place the Tire Service Kit back into

its storage location.

23. Start driving immediately to spread

the sealant in the tire.

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If an emergency flat tire repair has

been performed using the Tire Service

Kit, FCA recommends that the tire be

replaced with a new one as soon as

possible. If the tire is to be repaired or

reused, contact an authorized dealer.

JUMP STARTING

Preparations For Jump

Starting

If the battery is discharged, a jump

starting procedure can be performed

using the battery and the cables of

another vehicle, or using a booster

battery.

The tire can be reused if the sealant

adhering to it is removed. However,

replace the valve with a new one.

Jump starting is dangerous if done

incorrectly, so follow the procedure in

this section carefully. If you feel unsure

about jump starting, it is strongly

recommended that you have a

competent service technician do the

work.

Replacing The Bottle

Note: The tire sealant has a period of

effective use. Check the period of

effective use indicated on the bottle

label and do not use it if it has expired.

Have the tire sealant replaced at an

authorized dealer before the period of

effective use has expired.

Note: When a booster battery is being

used, comply with the utilization and

precaution instructions specified by the

manufacturer.

Inspect the Tire Service Kit at regular

intervals as well as the operation of the

tire compressor.

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Jump Start Locations

Warning!

Do not attempt jump starting if the battery

is frozen. It could rupture or explode and

cause personal injury.

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To jump start the vehicle, follow this

procedure:

5. Connect the opposite end of the

positive jumper cable to the positive

terminal on the booster battery.

Caution!

1. Remove the positive terminal cover.

6. Connect the negative end of the

negative jumper cable to the negative

terminal of the booster battery.

Do not use a portable battery booster pack

or any other booster source with a system

voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to

the battery, starter motor, alternator or

electrical system may occur.

7. Connect the opposite end of the

negative jumper cable to a good engine

ground of the vehicle with the

discharged battery (exposed metal part

of the engine) away from the battery

and the fuel injection system.

Jump Starting

Procedure

Warning!

8. Start the engine of the booster

vehicle and run it a few minutes. Then

start the engine of the other vehicle.

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Positive Terminal Cover

Failure to follow this jump starting

procedure could result in personal injury or

property damage due to battery explosion.

2. Make sure the booster battery is

12 Volts and that the negative terminal

is grounded.

9. Once the engine is started, remove

the jumper cables in the reverse

sequence.

3. Make sure the engine of the vehicle

with the booster battery is OFF and all

unnecessary electrical loads in both

vehicles.

10. Replace the positive terminal cover.

Make sure cover is secure.

Caution!

Bump Starting

Failure to follow these procedures could

result in damage to the charging system of

the booster vehicle or the discharged

vehicle.

Never jump start the engine by pushing,

towing or coasting downhill.

Warning!

Note:

Do not allow vehicles to touch each other

as this could establish a ground

connection and personal injury could

result.

You cannot start a vehicle with an

automatic transmission by pushing it.

Do not push-start a vehicle that has

a manual transmission. It can damage

the emission control system.

4. Connect the positive end of the

jumper cable to the positive terminal on

the discharged battery.

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Starting A Flooded

Engine

IF YOUR ENGINE

OVERHEATS

Warning!

If the engine fails to start, it may be

flooded (excessive fuel in the engine).

If Your Engine Overheats

You or others can be badly burned by hot

engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from

your radiator. If you see or hear steam

coming from under the hood, do not open

the hood until the radiator has had time to

cool. Never try to open a cooling system

pressure cap when the radiator or coolant

bottle is hot.

In any of the following situations, you

can reduce the potential for overheating

by taking the appropriate action.

Follow this procedure:

1. If the engine does not start within

5 seconds on the first try, wait

10 seconds and try again.

On highways — slow down.

In city traffic — while stopped, place

the transmission in NEUTRAL, but do

not increase engine idle speed.

2. Make sure the parking brake is

applied.

3. Press the accelerator all the way and

hold it there.

Note: There are steps that you can

take to slow down an impending

overheat condition:

Caution!

4. Press the clutch pedal (manual

transmission) or the brake pedal

(automatic transmission), then push the

STOP/START button. If the engine

starts, release the accelerator

immediately because the engine will

suddenly rev up.

Driving with a hot cooling system could

damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge

reads “H”, pull over and stop the vehicle.

Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner

turned off until the pointer drops back into

the normal range. If the pointer remains on

the “H”, turn the engine off immediately,

and call for service.

If your air conditioner (A/C) is on,

turn it off. The A/C system adds heat

to the engine cooling system and

turning the A/C off can help remove

this heat.

You can also turn the temperature

control to maximum heat, the mode

control to floor and the blower control

to high. This allows the heater core to

act as a supplement to the radiator

and aids in removing heat from the

engine cooling system.

5. If the engine fails to start, crank it

without pressing the accelerator.

If the engine still does not start using

the above procedure, have your vehicle

inspected by an authorized dealer.

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If Steam Is Coming From The

Engine Compartment:

TOWING THE

VEHICLE

Caution!

Do not go near the front of the vehicle.

Stop the engine. Wait until the steam

dissipates, then open the hood and

start the engine.

Attaching The Tow Eyes

— If Equipped

The tow eye must be used exclusively

for roadside assistance operations. Only

use the tow eye with an appropriate device

in accordance with the highway code (a

rigid bar or rope) to flat tow the vehicle for

a short distance to the nearest service

location.

If Neither Coolant Nor Steam Is

Escaping:

Warning!

Open the hood and idle the engine until

it cools.

Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with

tow eyes.

Tow eyes MUST NOT be used to tow

vehicles off the road or where there are

obstacles.

Note:

Do not use a chain with a tow eye.

Chains may break, causing serious injury

or death.

If the cooling fan does not operate

while the engine is running, the engine

temperature will increase. Stop the

engine and contact an authorized

dealer.

In compliance with the above

Do not use a tow strap with a tow eye. Tow

straps may break or become disengaged,

causing serious injury or death.

conditions, towing with a tow eye must

take place with two vehicles (one towing,

the other towed) aligned as much as

possible along the same center line.

Damage to your vehicle may occur if these

guidelines are not followed.

Failure to follow proper tow eye usage

may cause components to break resulting

in serious injury or death.

If the engine continues to overheat

or frequently overheats, have the

cooling system inspected. The engine

could be seriously damaged unless

repairs are made. Contact an

authorized dealer.

When towing, only use a facility that can

tow vehicles with low ground clearances

as extensive damage can result by using a

standard tow truck platform.

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Proceed as follows:

1. Remove the towing eyelet and the

lug wrench from the luggage

compartment.

2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver or

similar tool with a soft cloth to prevent

damage to a painted bumper, and open

the cap located on the front or rear

bumper.

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Rear Bumper Cap Location

Installing Rear Tow Eye

2— Rear Bumper Cap

4. Hook the towing rope to the tow

eye.

Note: Do not use excessive force as it

may damage the cap or scratch the

painted bumper surface. Remove the

cap completely and store it so as not to

lose it.

Caution!

Tow eyes are for emergency use only, to

rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do not

use tow eyes for tow truck hookup or

highway towing. You could damage your

vehicle.

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3. Securely install the tow eye in front

or rear using the lug wrench or

equivalent.

Front Bumper Cap Location

1— Front Bumper Cap

When using the tow eyes, always pull

the lead or chain in a straight direction

with respect to the eyelet. Never apply

a sideways force.

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Installing Front Towing Eye

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Note: Follow the precautions below to

avoid damage to the towing eyelet and

towing hook, vehicle body, or

ENHANCED

ACCIDENT

RESPONSE SYSTEM

(EARS)

Caution!

transmission system when towing:

DO NOT use sling-type equipment when

towing. When securing the vehicle to a

flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear

suspension components. Damage to your

vehicle may result from improper towing.

Do not tow a vehicle heavier than

yours.

This vehicle is equipped with an

Enhanced Accident Response System.

Do not suddenly accelerate your

vehicle as it will apply a severe shock

to the tow eye and towing hook or

rope.

Please refer to “Constant Monitoring” in

“Safety” for further information on the

Enhanced Accident Response System

(EARS) function.

If towing service is not available in an

emergency, the vehicle may be towed

with all four wheels on the ground using

the towing hook at the front of the

vehicle. Only tow the vehicle on paved

surfaces for short distances at low

speeds.

Do not attach any rope other than

to the tow eye and towing hook.

Emergency Towing

Towing Description

Proper lifting and towing are necessary

to prevent damage to the vehicle.

Government and local laws must be

followed.

Follow these instructions when towing

the vehicle with all wheels on the

ground:

1. Shift to NEUTRAL for manual

transmission or automatic transmission.

A towed vehicle usually should have its

drive wheels (rear wheels) OFF of the

ground. If excessive damage or other

conditions prevent this, use wheel

dollies.

2. Cycle the ignition to ACC mode.

3. Release the parking brake.

When towing with the rear wheels on

the ground, release the parking brake.

Note: Remember that power assist for

the brakes and steering will not be

available when the engine is not

running.

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EVENT DATA

RECORDER (EDR)

This vehicle is equipped with an Event

Data Recorder (EDR). The main

purpose of an EDR is to record data

that will assist in understanding how a

vehicle’s systems performed under

certain crash or near crash-like

situations, such as an air bag

deployment or hitting a road obstacle.

Please refer to “Event Data Recorder

(EDR)” in “Safety” for further information

on the Event Data Recorder (EDR).

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In Case of Emergency for Your Fiat 124 Spider 2 Door Second Generation (2016-2020)

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