Get In Case Of Emergency -> Tire Service Kit Guide for Fiat 500 L 4 Door First Generation (2012-2022)

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TIRE SERVICE KIT

Tire punctures of up to 1/4 of an inch (6mm) can be

repaired; the kit can be used in all weather conditions. Do

not remove the foreign object from the punctured tire, i.e.,

screw or nail.

If a tire is punctured, you can make a first emergency repair

using the Tire Service Kit located in the rear storage area

under the cargo floor.

Remove the Tire Service Kit from the vehicle, take it out

from the bag and place it near the punctured tire. Screw the

clear flexible filling tube to the tire valve.

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.

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• 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.

– If the tire has any sidewall damage.

– If the tire has any damage from driving with

extremely low tire pressure.

Tire Service Kit Components

1 — Power Plug (located on bottom side of Tire Service Kit)

2 — Sealant Hose (Clear)

3 — Power Button

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If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire.

4 — Pressure Gauge

– If the wheel has any damage.

– If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the

wheel.

5 — Sealant Bottle

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Insert the power plug into the vehicle power outlet socket.

Start the vehicle engine.

WARNING! (Continued)

• Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat

source.

Push the Tire Service Kit power button to the “I” position.

The electric compressor will be turned on, sealant and air

will inflate the tire.

• 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.

• 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.

• Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In

case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physi-

cian 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 immedi-

ately.

Minimum 26 psi (1.8 bar) of pressure should be reached

within 20 minutes. If the pressure has not been reached,

turn off and remove the Tire Service Kit, drive the vehicle

30 feet (10 meters) back and forth, to better distribute the

sealant inside the tire.

Attach the clear flexible sealant hose of the compressor

directly to the tire valve and repeat the inflation process.

When the correct pressure has been reached, start driving

the vehicle to uniformly distribute the sealant inside the

tire. After 10 minutes, stop and check the tire pressure. If

the pressure is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not drive the

vehicle, as the tire is too damaged, contact the nearest

authorized dealer.

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WARNING!

Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have

the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using

Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) until

the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this

warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal

to you, your passengers, and others around you. Have

the tire checked as soon as possible at an authorized

dealer.

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If the pressure is at 19 psi (1.3 bar) or above, repeat the

inflation process to reach the correct tire pressure and

continue driving.

Tire Service Kit Expiration Date Location

WARNING!

Peel off the warning label from the bottle and place it on

the dashboard as a reminder to the driver that the tire has

been treated with the Tire Service Kit.

Store the sealant canister in its special compartment,

away from sources of heat. Failure to follow this

WARNING may result in sealant canister rupture and

serious injury or death.

WARNING!

The metal end fitting from Power Plug may get hot

after use, so it should be handled carefully.

NOTE: Replace the sealant canister prior to the expiration

date at an authorized dealer.

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JUMP STARTING

Preparations For Jump Start

If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump

started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another

vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump

starting can be dangerous if done improperly, so please

follow the procedures in this section carefully.

The battery in your vehicle is located on the driver’s side of

the engine compartment.

NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, follow

the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions.

WARNING!

Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It

could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.

CAUTION!

Positive Battery Post

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, alter-

nator or electrical system may occur.

WARNING!

• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever

the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition

switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan

blades.

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