Get Starting and Driving Guide for Fiat 500 C 2 Door Second Generation (2021-2025)

STARTING AND DRIVING

Let’s get to the "heart" of the vehicle:

STARTING THE ENGINE................. 97

PARKING THE VEHICLE ................. 98

MANUAL TRANSMISSION.............. 99

DUALOGIC TRANSMISSION...........100

seeing how you can exploit all of its

potential to the full.

We’ll look at how to drive it safely in any

situation, so that it can be a welcome

companion, with our comfort and

our wallets in mind.

DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER

STEERING ......................................101

START&STOP SYSTEM ..................102

SPEED LIMITER..............................103

ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL ..105

PARKING SENSORS.......................106

SUGGESTIONS FOR DRIVING........108

REFUELLING THE VEHICLE ...........109

TOWING TRAILERS ........................112

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If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the

instrument panel warning light or the

STARTING THE

ENGINE

WARNING

symbol

warning light

remains lit together with

turn the key to STOP

121) It is dangerous to run the engine in

enclosed areas. The engine consumes

oxygen and engine exhaust contains

carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and

other toxic gasses.

and then back to MAR. If the warning

light remains on, try with the other keys

provided with the car.

Contact a Fiat Dealership if you still

cannot start the engine.

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36) 37) 39) 40)

Before starting the engine, adjust the

seat, the interior rear view mirrors,

the door mirrors and fasten the seat

belt correctly.

Never press the accelerator pedal for

starting the engine.

The Start&Stop, ECO and AUTO

functions are activated automatically

whenever the engine is started.

122) Remember that the brake servo and

electrical power steering system are not

operational until the engine is started,

therefore a greater effort will be required to

press the brake pedal or turn the steering

wheel.

VERSIONS WITH

DUALOGIC

TRANSMISSION

123)

123) If the engine fails to start with a gear

engaged, the potentially dangerous

situation due to the fact that the gearbox is

automatically placed in neutral will be

signalled by an acoustic signal.

The system allows the engine to be

started both with a gear engaged and

with the transmission in neutral (N).

However, the brake pedal must always

be pressed first if neutral is not

engaged. It is therefore advisable to

position the gear lever at N before

starting the engine.

PETROL VERSIONS

Starting the engine

WARNING

Proceed as follows:

engage the handbrake and put the

gear lever in neutral;

36) It is advisable not to demand maximum

performance from your car (e.g. excessive

acceleration, long distances at maximum

rpm, excessively intense braking, etc.)

when it is first used.

LPG VERSIONS

fully depress the clutch pedal

without touching the accelerator;

The engine always starts up on petrol

independently of the previously

selected mode.

turn the ignition key to AVV and

release it as soon as the engine starts.

If the engine does not start at the

first attempt, return the ignition key to

STOP before repeating the starting

procedure.

37) When the engine is switched off never

leave the key turned to MAR to prevent

useless current absorption from draining

the battery.

38)

38) There must therefore always be

enough petrol in the tank to protect the

petrol pump and to guarantee temporary

switching from LPG to petrol operation.

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39) Never, under any circumstances, jump

start the engine by pushing, towing or

coasting downhill. This could cause fuel to

flow into the catalytic converter and

damage it beyond repair.

HANDBRAKE

PARKING THE

VEHICLE

When parking and leaving the car,

proceed as follows:

engage a gear (1^stgear if facing

uphill or reverse if facing downhill) and

leave the wheels turned;

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The handbrake lever fig. 74 is located

between the two front seats.

40) A quick burst on the accelerator before

stopping the engine serves no practical

purpose; it wastes fuel and is especially

damaging to turbocharged engines.

stop the engine and engage the

handbrake;

always remove the ignition key.

Block the wheels with a wedge or a

stone if the car is parked on a steep

slope.

Do not leave the ignition key on MAR to

avoid draining the battery. Always

remove the key when you leave the car.

Versions with Dualogic

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Handbrake engagement

To use the handbrake pull the lever

upwards until the car cannot be moved.

When the handbrake is on and the

ignition key is at MAR position, the

transmission

To park safely it is essential to engage

1^stgear or reverse (R), with your foot on

the brake pedal and, if there is a

gradient, to operate the handbrake.

Before releasing the brake pedal, wait

until P appears on the display.

warning light

instrument panel.

will appear on the

Handbrake disengagement

Proceed as follows to release the

handbrake:

IMPORTANT NEVER leave the car with

the gearbox in neutral (or, on versions

equipped with automatic transmission,

before placing the gear lever at P).

slightly lift the handbrake and press

release button A fig. 74;

press and hold button A and lower

the lever. The

warning light in the

instrument panel will go out.

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Press the brake pedal when carrying

out this operation to prevent the car

from moving accidentally.

IMPORTANT Reverse can only be

engaged when the vehicle is completely

stationary. With the engine running,

wait for at least 2 seconds with the

clutch pedal fully depressed before

engaging reverse to prevent damage to

the gears and grating.

MANUAL

TRANSMISSION

(for versions/markets, where provided)

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WARNING

41)

124) The car should be braked after a few

clicks of the lever, if it is not, contact a

Fiat Dealership to have it adjusted.

To engage the gears, press the clutch

pedal fully and put the gear lever into

the required position (the diagram

for gear engagement is shown on the

lever knob fig. 75).

IMPORTANT The clutch pedal should

be used only for gear changes. Do

not drive with your foot resting on the

clutch pedal, however lightly. For

versions/markets where provided, the

electronic clutch control could cut

in, interpreting the incorrect driving style

as a fault.

125) Never leave children in the

unattended car. Always remove the ignition

key when leaving the car and take it out

with you.

126) In the case of parking manoeuvres on

roads on a gradient, the front wheels

must be steered towards the pavement

(when parking downhill), or in the opposite

direction if the vehicle is parked uphill.

Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone if

the car is parked on a steep slope.

WARNING

127) Press the clutch pedal fully to change

gears correctly. It is therefore essential

that there is nothing under the pedals:

make sure the mats are lying flat and do

not get in the way of the pedals.

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For cars provided with 6-speed

gearbox, to engage the 6^thgear,

operate the lever by pressing it towards

the right in order to avoid engaging

the 4^thgear by mistake. The same

applies to the shift from 6^thto 5^thgear.

To engage reverse R from neutral, lift

the sliding ring A fig. 75 under the knob

and shift the lever to the right and

back.

WARNING

41) Do not drive with your hand resting on

the gear lever as the force exerted, even

if slight, could lead over time to premature

wear of the gearbox internal components.

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in driving conditions, push lever A of

the gearbox towards (+) to engage

the next gear up or towards (–) to

engage the next gear down.

AUTOMATIC MODE (AUTO)

In this mode, the system directly

decides when to shift gear.

The ECO and AUTO functions are

activated automatically whenever the

engine is started.

DUALOGIC

TRANSMISSION

STEERING WHEEL

PADDLES

(for versions/markets, where provided)

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43) 44) 43)

OPERATING MODE

Proceed as follows:

Shifting can be managed sequentially

via the shift paddles on the steering

wheel fig. 77.

press the brake pedal

start the engine

MANUAL MODE

In this mode, the driver decides when

to shift gear;

push the gear lever to A/M to

engage automatic mode or to R to

engage reverse gear

Proceed as follows:

press the brake pedal;

start the engine;

release the brake pedal and press

the accelerator pedal.

push the lever A fig. 76 for the

gearbox towards (+) to engage the first

gear (if it is coming from N or R, simply

position the lever in the middle position)

or in R to engage reverse gear;

ECO function

The ECO function, which optimises the

gearbox and reduces fuel consumption,

can only be activated with automatic

mode on. To turn the function on, press

the button E fig. 76 on the gearbox

panel.

With the ECO function active, the

display will show the current gear and

the words AUTO and ECO; the system

will select the most suitable gear

depending on the car speed, engine

rpm and intensity with which the

accelerator pedal is pressed, with the

aim of limiting fuel consumption.

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To use the steering wheel paddles, the

gear lever must be in the middle

position between + and –:

pull the paddle + (towards the

driver): shift up;

pull the paddle – (towards driver):

shift down.

NOTE Shifting up (or down) is only

permitted if the engine rpm allow it.

NOTE For correct use of the system,

you are advised only to use your right

foot to operate the pedal unit.

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release the brake pedal and press

the accelerator pedal;

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ECO FUNCTION

DUALDRIVE

(for versions/markets, where provided)

ELECTRIC POWER

STEERING

WARNING

With the ignition key at MAR, press

button ECO B fig. 78 to activate the

function. The word ECO on the display

will light up or, according to the version,

a dedicated screen will be displayed.

42) Avoid keeping your hand placed on this

lever in between gear changes or

Auto/Manual mode.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Turning on/off (CITY function)

43) Using the paddles incorrectly (paddles

pushed towards the dashboard) could

break them.

When the function is activated,

the car is set for city driving,

characterised by less effort on the

steering wheel (Dualdrive system on)

and reduced fuel consumption.

Press button A fig. 78 to turn the

function on/off.

44) If the transmission is faulty, contact a

Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have

the system checked.

45) Using the paddles incorrectly (paddles

pushed towards the dashboard) could

break them.

Press the button again to deactivate

the function.

This function is not stored, so the

system will restart with the function on

when the engine is restarted.

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WARNING

When the function is active, the CITY

text on the display turns on.

When the CITY function is on, the

steering wheel effort is lighter, making

parking easier: therefore, this function is

particularly useful for driving in city

centres.

128) It is absolutely forbidden to carry out

any after-market operation involving

steering system or steering column

modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft

device) that could adversely affect

performance and safety, invalidate the

warranty and also result in the car not

meeting type-approval requirements.

To deactivate the function press the

button again.

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129) Before starting any servicing

NOTE The engine can only be stopped

automatically over about 10 km/h, to

prevent the engine from being

repeatedly stopped when driving at

walking pace.

START&STOP

SYSTEM

operation, stop the engine and remove the

key from the ignition switch to operate

the steering lock, particularly when the

wheels do not touch the ground. If this is

not possible (for example if the key needs

to be turned to MAR or the engine must be

running), remove the main fuse that

protects the electric power steering.

130) 131) 132) 133)

Stopping of the engine is indicated by

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the warning light or the symbol

the instrument panel switching on

on

(for versions/markets, where provided)

(on some versions, together with a

message on the display).

The Start&Stop system automatically

stops the engine each time the car

is stationary and starts it again when

the driver wants to move off.

Restarting the engine

With manual transmission: press the

clutch pedal.

In this way, the vehicle efficiency is

increased, by reducing consumption,

dangerous gas emissions and sound

pollution.

With Dualogic gearbox: if the gear lever

is in position N (Neutral), place it in

any other gear, otherwise release the

brake pedal or move the gear lever

to +, – or R (Reverse).

OPERATING MODE

Stopping the engine

MANUAL SYSTEM

ACTIVATION/

With manual transmission: with the car

stationary, the engine stops with the

transmission in neutral and the clutch

pedal released.

With Dualogic gearbox: the engine

stops if the car is at a standstill and the

brake pedal is pressed. This condition

can be maintained even if the brake

pedal is not depressed, if the gear lever

is in position N (Neutral).

DEACTIVATION

The system can be activated/

deactivated by pressing the button A

fig. 79 on the dashboard.

With the system off, the warning light or

the symbol

appear on the

instrument panel (with a message for

versions with colour display).

Start&Stop mode will be active

whenever the engine is started.

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132) We recommend that you remove the

key from the ignition if other people remain

in the vehicle. Exit from the vehicle only

after having removed the ignition key

or having rotated it to the STOP position.

During refuelling, make sure that the engine

is off and that the ignition key is in the

STOP position.

SPEED LIMITER

(for versions/markets, where provided)

ACTIVATING THE DEVICE

To turn the device on, turn the ring C

fig. 80 to the

position.

133) For cars with Dualogic transmission, if

the engine is automatically stopped on a

slope, the engine should be restarted

by moving the gear lever to + or – without

releasing the brake pedal. For cars with

Dualogic transmission, where the Hill

Holder function is present, in the case of

car stopped on a slope, the engine does

not cut off automatically, so as to make the

Hill Holder function - which is active only

when the engine is running - available.

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WARNING

130) If the battery needs to be replaced,

always contact a Fiat Dealership. Replace

the battery with one of the same type

(HEAVY DUTY) and with the same

specifications.

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WARNING

When the device is enabled, it is

indicated by the symbol being

shown on the display along with the

last speed set.

131) Before opening the bonnet, make

sure that the vehicle is switched off and the

key is in the STOP position. Please follow

the instructions on the decal near the front

crossmember. It is advisable to extract

the key when there are other people in the

car. The car should always be left after

the key has been removed or turned to the

STOP position. When refuelling, make

sure that the car is switched off with the

key in the STOP position.

46) If the climate comfort is to be favoured,

the Start&Stop system can be deactivated,

for a continuous operation of the climate

control system.

SPEED LIMIT

PROGRAMMING

The minimum speed that can be set is

30 km/h.

Turn on the speed limiter by turning the

ring C to the

position.

The speed limit can be programmed

without necessarily activating the

device.

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To store a speed value higher than

that displayed

Deactivating the device

when the device cannot reduce the

vehicle speed due to the gradient of the

road (with acoustic warning);

Press button A (CANC/RES) fig. 80 .

Device deactivation is indicated by the

set being replaced by the word CANC.

Turn the ring B fig. 80 upwards (SET +

position). On releasing the ring B, the

speed increments by 1 km/h. Holding it

in the SET + position, the speed

continuously increments in steps of 5

km/h.

in the event of sharp acceleration.

DEACTIVATING THE

DEVICE

Reactivating the device

press and release button A

(CANC/RES) fig. 80 or,

To disable the device, turn the ring C

fig. 80 to the 0 position.

if the car speed is in the range 30 to

130 km/h, turn the ring B upwards or

downwards.

To store a speed value lower than

that displayed

Automatic off of the device

The device deactivates automatically in

the event of fault in the system. In this

case, contact a Fiat Dealership.

Turn the ring B downwards (SET-

position). On releasing the ring B, the

speed decrements by 1 km/h. Holding

it in the SET - position, the speed

continuously decrements in steps of 5

km/h.

EXCEEDING THE

PROGRAMMED SPEED

By fully depressing the accelerator

pedal, the programmed speed can be

exceeded even with the device active

(e.g. in the event of overtaking).

AUTOMATIC RESET OF

THE PROGRAMMED

SPEED

With the Speed Limiter enabled,

pressing button A (CANC/RES) fig. 80

at a higher speed than the set value,

the engine torque will be reduced

as required to reach that value, if it was

not reached within 20 seconds from

pressing the button.

DEVICE ACTIVATION/

DEACTIVATION

The device is disabled until the speed

drops below the set limit, after which

it reactivates automatically.

Activating the device

press and release button A

(CANC/RES) fig. 80 or,

FLASHING OF

PROGRAMMED SPEED

if the car speed is in the range 30 to

130 km/h, turn the ring B upwards or

downwards.

The programmed speed flashes in the

following cases:

when the accelerator pedal has

been fully depressed and the car has

exceeded the programmed speed;

The function is activated with the

current speed set as the speed limit.

Device activation is indicated by the

activating the system after setting a

limit below the effective vehicle speed

(with acoustic warning);

symbol

being shown on the display

along with the last speed limit set.

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SETTING THE DESIRED

SPEED

DECREASING SPEED

ELECTRONIC

CRUISE CONTROL

To decrease the speed with the device

activated, turn the ring B downwards.

Proceed as follows:

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This device can be used at speeds

higher than 30 km/h

activate the device by turning the

ring C fig. 81 downwards.

RECALLING THE SPEED

For versions with Dualogic transmission

operating in D mode (Drive -

automatic), press and release button A

(CANC/RES) fig. 81 to recall the

previously set speed.

For versions with manual gearbox or

Dualogic transmission in sequential

mode, before recalling the previously

set speed you should accelerate until

getting close to it, then press and

release button A (CANC/RES).

when the vehicle has reached the

desired speed, turn the ring B upwards

(or downwards) and release it to

activate the device. When the

accelerator is released, the vehicle will

automatically maintain the selected

speed.

If needed (e.g. when overtaking), you

can increase speed simply by pressing

the accelerator; when you release the

pedal, the car goes back to the speed

stored previously.

When travelling downhill with the device

active, the vehicle speed may slightly

exceed the set one.

IMPORTANT Before turning the ring B

upwards or downwards, the vehicle

must travel at a constant speed on level

ground.

ACTIVATING THE DEVICE

134) 135) 136)

To turn the device on, turn the ring C

fig. 81 to the

position.

Device activation is indicated by the

symbol lighting up.

DEACTIVATING THE

DEVICE

Lightly pressing the brake pedal or

pressing button A (CANC/RES)

deactivates the electronic Cruise

Control without deleting the stored

speed.

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Changing gear deactivates the Cruise

Control.

The device cannot be engaged in 1^stor

reverse gear: it is advisable to engage

it in 3^rdgear or higher.

IMPORTANT It is dangerous to leave

the device on when it is not in use.

There is a risk of inadvertently activating

it and losing control of the car due to

unexpected excessive speed.

SPEED INCREASE

DEACTIVATING THE

DEVICE

Once the electronic Cruise Control has

been activated, the speed can be

increased by turning the ring B

upwards.

The electronic Cruise Control is

disabled by turning the ring C fig. 81 to

the 0 position or putting the starter

switch at STOP

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The frequency of the acoustic signal:

PARKING SENSORS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

increases as the distance between

car and obstacle decreases

WARNING

becomes continuous when the

distance between the car and

the obstacle is less than 30 cm and

stops immediately if the distance

increases

134) When travelling with the device active,

137)

never move the gear lever to neutral.

135) In case of a malfunction or failure of

the device, contact a Fiat Dealership.

47) 48)

136) The electronic Cruise Control can be

dangerous if the system cannot keep a

constant speed. In specific conditions

speed may be excessive, resulting in the

risk of losing control of the vehicle and

causing accidents. Do not use the device

in heavy traffic or on winding, icy, snowy or

slippery roads.

SENSORS

is constant if the distance between

the vehicle and the obstacle is

unchanged. If this situation concerns

the side sensors, the signal will stop

after approximately 3 seconds to avoid,

for example, indications in the event

of manoeuvres along a wall.

Parking sensors are located in the rear

bumper fig. 82 and detect and inform

the driver, through an intermittent

acoustic signal, of the presence of

obstacles at the rear of the car.

If several obstacles are detected by the

sensors, only the nearest one is

considered.

INDICATIONS ON

DISPLAY

(versions with colour display)

When the sensors are activated, the

screen shown in fig. 83 appears on the

display.

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The system indicates a detected

obstacle by displaying an arc according

to the distance of the obstacle and its

position in relation to the car.

When the system detects an obstacle,

an arc appears in one or more positions

according to the distance of the

obstacle from the car.

ACOUSTIC SIGNAL

When reverse gear is engaged and

there is an obstacle behind the car an

acoustic warning is activated and

the warning varies as the distance of

the obstacle from the bumper varies.

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FAULT INDICATIONS

Parking sensor faults will be indicated

when reverse is engaged by warning

WARNING

light or by the icon

(versions

47) For correct operation of the system,

sensors must always be clean from mud,

dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not to scratch

or damage the sensors while cleaning

them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard

cloths. The sensors must be washed using

clean water, with the addition of vehicle

shampoo if necessary. When using special

washing equipment such as high pressure

jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors

very quickly keeping the jet more than

10 cm away.

with colour display) on the instrument

panel and by the relevant message

in the display (for versions/markets,

where provided).

OPERATION WITH A

TRAILER

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The operation of the sensors is

automatically deactivated when the

trailer electric cable plug is inserted in

the tow hook socket of the car. The

sensors are automatically reactivated

when the trailer's cable plug is

removed.

If an object is detected in the rear left,

central or right zone, the display shows

a flashing arc in the corresponding

zone and a sound is emitted.

As the car approaches the object, the

display shows one or more flashing

arcs that approach the car, and the

sound becomes more frequent until it

becomes continuous.

48) Have interventions on the bumper in

the area of the sensors carried out only by

a Fiat Dealership. Interventions on the

bumper that are not carried out properly

may compromise the operation of the

parking sensors.

The colour on the display depends on

the distance from and position of the

obstacle. The car is close to the

obstacle when a blinking red

arc appears on the display (to the right,

in the centre or to the left) and a

continuous sound is emitted. If there

are several obstacles, the closest one is

indicated.

WARNING

137) Parking and other dangerous

manoeuvres are, however, always the

driver’s responsibility. While carrying out

these manoeuvres, always make sure that

no people (especially children) or animals

are in the area concerned. The parking

sensors are used to assist the driver, who

must never allow his attention to lapse

during potentially dangerous manoeuvres,

even those executed at low speeds.

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Roof rack/ski rack

DRIVING STYLE

SUGGESTIONS FOR

DRIVING

Start

Remove the roof rack or the ski rack

from the roof when they are not used.

These accessories lower aerodynamic

penetration and adversely affect

consumption levels. When transporting

particularly large objects, use a trailer

if possible.

Do not warm up the engine at low or

high revs when the car is stationary;

this causes the engine to warm up

more slowly, thereby increasing fuel

consumption and emissions. It is

therefore advisable to move off

immediately, slowly, avoiding high

speeds: in this way the engine will

warm up more quickly.

SAVING FUEL

Below are some suggestions which

may help you save fuel and thus lower

the amount of harmful emissions

released into the atmosphere.

Electric devices

Vehicle maintenance

Use electrical devices only for the

amount of time needed. The heated

rear window, windscreen wipers and

heater fan require a considerable

amount of energy; increasing

the current uptake increases fuel

consumption (by up to +25% in an

urban cycle).

Checks and operations should be

carried out in accordance with

the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" (see the

"Maintenance and care" chapter).

Unnecessary actions

Avoid revving up when starting at traffic

lights or before stopping the engine.

The latter action, as well as double-

declutching, is unnecessary and causes

increased fuel consumption and

pollution.

Tyres

Check the tyre pressures at least once

every four weeks: if the pressure is

too low, consumption levels increase as

resistance to rolling is higher.

Climate control module

Gear selection

Using the climate control system will

increase consumption: use standard

ventilation when the temperature

outside permits.

Use a high gear when traffic and road

conditions allow it. Using a low gear for

faster acceleration will increase fuel

consumption. In the same way,

improper use of a high gear increases

consumption, emissions and engine

wear.

Unnecessary loads

Do not travel with an overloaded

luggage compartment. The weight of

the vehicle and its arrangement greatly

affect fuel consumption and stability.

Devices for aerodynamic control

The use of non-certified devices for

aerodynamic control may adversely

affect air drag and consumption levels.

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Top speed

Stops in traffic

REFUELLING THE

VEHICLE

Fuel consumption considerably

increases as speed increases. Maintain

a constant speed, avoiding

unnecessary braking and acceleration,

which cost in terms of both fuel

consumption and emissions.

During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level

crossings) switch off the engine.

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Before refuelling, make sure that the

fuel type is correct. Also stop the

engine before refuelling.

PETROL VERSIONS

Acceleration

Only use unleaded petrol with a number

of octanes (R.O.N.) not lower than 95

(EN228 specification).

Accelerating violently severely affects

consumption and emissions:

acceleration should be gradual and

should not exceed the maximum

torque.

IMPORTANT An inefficient catalytic

converter leads to harmful exhaust

emissions, thus contributing to air

pollution.

CONDITIONS OF USE

Cold starting

Short journeys and frequent cold starts

do not allow the engine to reach

optimum operating temperature.

Consequently, both consumption (from

+15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and

emissions will increase.

IMPORTANT Never introduce leaded

petrol to the tank, even in small

amounts in an emergency, as this

would damage the catalytic converter

beyond repair.

REFUELLING CAPACITY

Traffic and road conditions

To ensure that you fill the tank

completely, top up twice after the first

click of the fuel supply gun. Further

top-ups could cause faults in the fuel

feeding system.

High fuel consumption is caused by

heavy traffic, for instance when

travelling in a queue with frequent use

of low gears or in cities with many traffic

lights. Winding mountain roads and

rough road surfaces also adversely

affect consumption.

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FUEL TANK CAP

LPG VERSIONS

IMPORTANT Before refuelling with LPG,

the qualified personnel must make

sure that the adapter is correctly

screwed onto the filler.

Plug B fig. 84 is fitted with loss

prevention device C which secures it to

flap A.

IMPORTANT Only use LPG for motor

vehicles.

The gas filler is located next to the

petrol filler cap. It has a check valve,

located in the filler body itself.

IMPORTANT Depending on the country,

there are various types of adapters for

the refuelling pump. The adapter C

fig. 86 that comes with the car in a

special case is specifically designed for

the country in which the car is sold. If

you are in a different country, find out

what type of adapter is used there.

To access the filler, open the access

flap A fig. 85 and undo the cap B.

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Refuelling procedure

open lid A;

turn the ignition key anticlockwise in

the lock and unscrew the cap B. The

sealing may cause a slight pressure

increase in the tank. A little breathing

off, while slackening the cap is

absolutely normal;

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Observe the following precautions

during the refuelling operation:

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stop the engine;

when refuelling, fasten the cap to

the device inside the flap as shown

in fig. 84.

IMPORTANT Look after the LPG

adapter carefully so that it does not get

damaged.

apply the handbrake;

turn the ignition key to STOP;

do not smoke;

hand the special adapter over to the

qualified LPG refuelling personnel.

IMPORTANT Only use LPG for motor

vehicles.

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IMPORTANT Only use the adapter

supplied with the vehicle as it is

equipped with a dedicated fuel

pre-filter.

E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to

2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to

3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

WARNING

138) Do not bring naked flames or lit

cigarettes near to the fuel tank opening:

fire risk. Keep your face away from the fuel

filler to prevent breathing in harmful

vapours.

Fuel - Vehicle

compatibility

identification Graphic

symbol for consumer

information in

139) Do not use a mobile phone near the

refuelling pump: risk of fire.

accordance with

EN16942

Symbols for petrol/LPG bi-fuel cars

140) During normal service the catalyst

reaches high temperatures; therefore do

not park the car over inflammable materials

(grass, dry leaves, pine needles, etc.): fire

hazard.

The symbols shown below facilitated

recognising the correct fuel type to

be used on your car.

Before proceeding with refuelling,

check the symbols inside the fuel filler

flap (where provided) and compare

them with the symbols shown on the

fuel pump (where provided).

Symbols for petrol powered cars

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E5: Unleaded petrol containing up to

2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

E10: Unleaded petrol containing up to

3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum

10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with

EN228.

LPG: Automotive LPG compliant with

EN589.

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Respect the speed limits specific to

each country for cars towing trailers. In

any case, the top speed must not

exceed 100 km/h.

TOWING TRAILERS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

141) 142)

IMPORTANT The engine must be

running when using auxiliary loads other

than external lights.

IMPORTANT NOTES

For towing caravans or trailers the car

must be fitted with an approved tow

hook and an adequate electrical

system. Installation should be carried

out by specialised technicians who will

issue the required papers for travelling

on roads.

IMPORTANT To install a tow hook

contact a Fiat Dealership.

WARNING

Install any specific and/or additional

door mirrors as specified by the

Highway Code.

Remember that, when towing a trailer,

steep hills are harder to climb, braking

distances increase and overtaking

takes longer depending on the overall

weight of the trailer. Engage a low gear

when driving downhill, rather than

constantly using the brake.

141) The ABS with which the car is

equipped will not control the braking

system of the trailer. Particular caution is

required on slippery roads.

142) Never modify the braking system of

the vehicle to control the trailer brake. The

trailer braking system must be fully

independent of the vehicle’s hydraulic

system.

The weight the trailer exerts on the car

tow hook reduces the car's loading

capacity by the same amount. To make

sure that the maximum towable weight

is not exceeded (given in the vehicle

registration document) account should

be taken of the fully laden trailer,

including accessories and luggage.

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Starting and Driving for Your Fiat 500 C 2 Door Second Generation (2021-2025)

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