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Starting And Operating -> Engine Break-In Recommendations for Your Fiat 500 L 4 Door First Generation (2012-2022)

STARTING AND OPERATING 175  
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After  
the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80  
or 90 km/h) are desirable.  
CAUTION!  
To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously  
crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time.  
Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.  
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the  
limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.  
Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detri-  
mental and should be avoided.  
After Starting  
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will  
decrease as the engine warms up.  
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a  
high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes  
should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions  
under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recom-  
mended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Dealer  
Service” in “Servicing And Maintenance”.  
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Turbo Charger “Cool Down”  
This vehicle is equipped with an after-run pump to cool the  
turbocharger after the engine is shut off. Depending on the  
type of driving and the amount of cargo, the pump will run  
for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been shut off to  
circulate coolant through the turbocharger.  
CAUTION!  
Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet operation,  
it is normal to hear it running during this time.  
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil  
in the engine or damage may result.  
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS  
NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its  
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This  
should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not  
interpreted as a problem.  
A long break-in period is not required for the engine and  
drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.  
176 STARTING AND OPERATING  
PARKING BRAKE  
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front  
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away  
from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake  
should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the  
vehicle.  
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking  
brake is fully applied.  
The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To  
apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as  
possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up  
slightly, push the front button with your thumb, then lower  
the lever completely.  
WARNING!  
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with  
access to an unlocked vehicle.  
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is  
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others  
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children  
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,  
brake pedal or the gear selector.  
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in  
a location accessible to children. A child could oper-  
ate power windows, other controls, or move the  
vehicle.  
Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before  
driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and  
a collision.  
Always fully apply the parking brake when leaving  
your vehicle, or it may roll and cause damage or  
injury.  
Parking Brake Lever  
When the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch  
in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, the Brake Warning  
Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.