Get IN AN EMERGENCY Guide for Fiat 500 X 4 Door First Generation (2014-2024)

IN AN EMERGENCY

A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS...........132

REPLACING A BULB ......................132

REPLACING FUSES........................138

CHANGING A WHEEL ....................143

FIX&GO AUTOMATIC KIT................146

EMERGENCY STARTING................148

At times, a problem may interfere

with our journey.

The pages on emergencies can help

you to deal with critical situations

independently and with calm.

In an emergency we recommend that

you call the freephone number found in

the Warranty Booklet.

FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM ................150

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

GEAR LEVER UNLOCKING.............151

It is also possible to call the national or

international universal freephone

number to search for the nearest Fiat

Dealership.

TWIN CLUTCH AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION LEVER UNLOCK .152

TOWING THE VEHICLE ..................154

131

IMPORTANT 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 centre of the diffuser, extending

progressively towards the edges.

HAZARD WARNING

LIGHTS

REPLACING A BULB

CONTROL

128) 129) 130)

52)

Press the fig. 107 button to switch the

lights on/off.

GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS

When the hazard warning lights are on,

the and warning lights flash.

❒ Before replacing a bulb check the

contacts for oxidation;

❒ replace blown bulbs with others of

the same type and power;

❒ after replacing a headlight bulb,

always check its alignment;

❒ 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 paragraph

“Replacing fuses” in this chapter.

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107

IMPORTANT The use of hazard warning

lights is governed by the highway

code of the country you are driving in:

comply with legal requirements.

Emergency braking

In the event of emergency braking the

hazard warning lights switch on

automatically as well as the and

warning lights in the instrument

panel.

The lights switch off automatically when

emergency braking ceases.

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TYPES OF BULBS

The vehicle is equipped with the following bulbs:

Glass bulbs (type A): they are press-fitted. Pull to extract.

Bayonet-type bulbs (type B): to remove them from their holder, press

the bulb and turn it anticlockwise, then extract it.

Tubular bulbs (type C): release them from their contacts to remove.

Halogen bulbs (type D): to remove the bulb, turn the connector to the

side and pull it out.

Halogen bulbs (type E): to remove the bulb, turn it anticlockwise.

Xenon gas discharge bulb (type F): to remove the bulb, contact a

Fiat Dealership.

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Bulbs

Type

P21W

H4

Power

21 W

60/55 W

25 W

21 W

5 W

Figure reference

Front side lights/Daytime running lights (DRL)

Rear side/brake light

B

D

F

Main beam/dipped beam headlights (halogen)

Main beam/dipped beam headlights (Xenon gas discharge)

Front direction indicators

Rear direction indicators

Side direction indicators (on door mirror)

3rd brake light

D5S

PY21W

P21W

WY5W

LED

B

A

–

Number plate

W5W

H8

5 W

A

E

B

A

C

A

Fog lights

35 W

21 W

5 W

Rear fog light

P21W

C5W

Reverse

Front roof light

Front roof lights (sun visors)

Rear roof light (versions without sun roof)

Rear roof lights (versions with sun roof)

Boot roof lights

C5W

5 W

XENON

C5W

6 W

5 W

W5W

5 W

Glove compartment light

5 W

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REPLACING AN

EXTERNAL BULB

IMPORTANT Only replace the bulb

when the engine is off. Also ensure that

the engine is cold, to prevent the risk

of burns.

Dipped/main beam headlights

To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:

Xenon gas discharge main

beam/dipped beam headlights

❒ working from inside the engine

compartment, remove rubber cap A fig.

108, using the dedicated tab;

For replacing these bulbs, contact a

Fiat Dealership.

Side lights/daytime running lights

(DRL)

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110

❒ turn the bulb-bulb holder assembly

anticlockwise and then remove it sliding

it outwards;

To replace the bulbs proceed as

follows:

❒ replace the "bayonet-fitted" bulb A

fig. 110;

❒ finally, refit inspection flap B fig. 109,

completely tightening fixing screws A.

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108

Front direction indicators

❒ turn the bulb-bulb holder assembly

anticlockwise and then remove it sliding

it outwards;

To replace the bulbs proceed as

follows:

❒ disconnect the electrical connector B

and replace the bulb C.

❒ steer the vehicle wheels completely

inwards;

F1B0147

109

❒ then insert the bulb and bulb holder

assembly in its housing and turn it

clockwise, making sure that it is locked

correctly;

❒ undo screws A fig. 109 using the

screwdriver provided and remove

inspection flap B;

❒ steer the vehicle wheels completely

inwards;

❒ undo screws A fig. 109 using the

screwdriver provided and remove

inspection flap B;

❒ identify the direction indicator bulb;

❒ refit the rubber cap A.

❒ turn the bulb-bulb holder assembly

anticlockwise and then remove it sliding

it outwards;

❒ identify the bulb for the side

light/DRL;

❒ replace the "bayonet-fitted" bulb A

fig. 110;

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❒ finally, refit inspection flap B fig. 109,

completely tightening fixing screws A.

To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:

❒ remove cover B fig. 111 of the door

mirror very carefully (using suitable

equipment in order not to damage the

paintwork) around the frame of the

mirror itself (as shown in the figure);

Fog lights

To replace the bulbs proceed as

follows:

❒ steer the vehicle wheels completely

inwards;

❒ undo screws A fig. 109 using the

screwdriver provided and remove

inspection flap B;

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F1B0151C

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112

113

114

❒ identify the fog light bulb;

❒ turn the bulb-bulb holder assembly

anticlockwise and then remove it sliding

it outwards;

❒ disconnect the electrical connector;

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111

❒ replace the bulb-bulb holder

assembly B fig. 110.

❒ remove lens A, then remove bulb C

pulling it out from its bulb holder.

❒ reconnect the electrical connector to

the new bulb-bulb holder assembly,

then fit it ensuring that it locks correctly;

❒ fit the new bulb, making sure it is

correctly locked;

❒ refit the bulb holder on lens A;

❒ fit the assembly turning it clockwise,

ensuring that it locks correctly;

❒ correctly refit the cover B on the door

mirror, making sure it is correctly

locked.

❒ finally, refit inspection flap B fig. 109,

completely tightening fixing screws A.

Rear light cluster

Side direction indicators

To replace the bulbs proceed as

follows:

IMPORTANT The procedure is only

described by way of illustration. It

is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership

for bulb replacement.

❒ open the tailgate;

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❒ use the wrench A fig. 112 supplied

with the vehicle (located inside the case

with the on-board documentation),

undo the two screws A fig. 113, then

release the light cluster from the

relevant pin fastenings, pulling

cautiously;

3^rdbrake lights

The 3^rdbrake lights are LED-based. For

their replacement, contact a Fiat

Dealership.

Number plate lights

To replace the bulbs proceed as

follows:

❒ disconnect the central connector B,

then undo the two screws C;

❒ using the screwdriver provided,

remove the lenses A fig. 115 working in

the point shown;

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❒ release the tabs indicated by the

arrows and extract the bulb holder

assembly D fig. 114;

116

WARNING

❒ identify the bulb to be replaced (1

Side/Brake - 2 Direction indicator

- 3 Rear fog light (where present) or

Reverse);

128) Before replacing the bulb, wait for the

exhaust ducts to cool down: RISK OF

BURNS!

❒ all bulbs are "bayonet-fitted";

therefore they must be lightly pressed

and simultaneously turned to be

replaced: anticlockwise for extraction,

clockwise for fitting;

129) Changes or repairs to the electrical

system carried out incorrectly and without

due consideration for the technical

specifications of the system may lead to

malfunctioning and generate a fire hazard.

F1B0153C

115

130) Halogen bulbs contain pressurised

gas. If they break, glass fragments could fly

everywhere.

❒ correctly refit the bulb holder

assembly D in the light casing; stop

when you hear that the tabs click into

place;

❒ turn the bulb holder assembly B fig.

116 anticlockwise, extract bulb C

and replace it.

❒ finally, refit the lenses.

❒ tighten the two screws C fig. 113 and

reconnect the central connector B;

NOTE Before removing the lens unit,

put a protection (e.g. cloth) on the tip of

the screwdriver, in order not to

damage the lens itself.

❒ refit the lens unit, fully tightening the

two screws A;

❒ reclose the tailgate.

137

REPLACING FUSES

WARNING

INTRODUCTION

131) 132) 133) 134)

53) 54)

52) Halogen bulbs must be handled by

holding the metallic part only. Touching the

transparent part of the bulb with your

fingers may reduce the intensity of the

emitted light and even reduce the lifespan

of the bulb. In the case of accidental

contact, rub the lamp with a cloth and

alcohol and leave to dry.

Fuses protect the electrical system:

they intervene (blow) in the event of a

failure or improper action on the

system.

F1B0187C

117

FUSE LOCATION

Fuse extracting pliers

Fuses are grouped together in the fuse

boxes located in the engine

To replace a fuse, use the pliers hooked

to the side of the engine compartment

fuse box cover (see fig. 117).

compartment, under the dashboard

and inside the boot.

The pliers have two different ends,

specifically designed to remove the

different types of fuses present in the

vehicle.

ENGINE COMPARTMENT

FUSE BOX

The fuse box is located by the side of

the battery fig. 118.

To take out the pliers, grab them from

the upper tabs, press and pull upwards.

After being used, the pliers should be

positioned properly in their housing,

grabbing them from the upper tabs,

pressing and pushing them until a click

is heard.

To access the fuses, proceed as

follows:

❒ fully tighten screw A fig. 119, using

the screwdriver provided;

❒ at the same time slowly rotate the

screw anticlockwise, until resistance is

encountered (do not overtighten);

❒ slowly release the screw;

❒ opening is indicated by the entire

screw head coming out of its housing;

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F1B0190C

119

❒ fully tighten screw A, using the

screwdriver provided;

❒ at the same time slowly rotate the

screw clockwise, until resistance is

encountered (do not overtighten);

❒ slowly release the screw;

❒ closure is indicated by the securing

of the entire screw head in its housing.

F1B0191C

F1B0193C

118

120

DASHBOARD FUSE BOX

The fuse box fig. 120 is located near

the left side of the steering column and

the fuses can be accessed easily from

the lower part of the dashboard.

For fuse replacement, contact a Fiat

Dealership.

❒ remove cover B, sliding it upwards on

the side guides, as indicated in the

figure.

The number identifying the electrical

component corresponding to each fuse

is shown on the cover.

Once the fuse has been replaced,

proceed as follows:

❒ correctly refit the cover B in the side

guides of the casing;

❒ slide it down completely from the top;

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BOOT FUSE BOX

Open inspection cover A fig. 121 and

access the fuses in fuse box B fig. 122.

F1B0194C

121

F1B0195C

122

140

ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX

USERS

FUSE

F10

AMPERE

Horn

10

20

Power supply for cigar lighter/power socket

F84

.

DASHBOARD FUSE BOX

USERS

FUSE

F33

AMPERE

Front electric window (passenger side)

Front electric window (driver side)

20

F34

Supply for Uconnect™ system, Climate Control system, Electric

door mirror folding, EOBD system, USB port/AUX socket, rear

side roof lights (versions with sun roof)

F36

F38

15

20

Dead Lock device (Driver side door unlocking for versions/

markets, where provided)/Door unlocking/Central locking/Electric

tailgate unlocking

Rear left electric window

Rear right electric window

F47

F48

20

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BOOT FUSE BOX

NOTE The configuration of the boot may vary in accordance with the equipment on the vehicle.

Fuse box B

USERS

FUSE

F2

AMPERE

HI-FI system

20

Electric sun roof

F3

Front seat electric lumbar adjustment (driver guide)

Electric front seat adjustment (driver side)

Electric front seat adjustment (driver side and passenger side)

F4

7.5

30

F5

F6

7.5

Electric front seat lumbar adjustment (driver side and passenger

side)

F7

30

WARNING

131) If the fuse blows again contact a Fiat Dealership.

132) Never replace a fuse with another with a higher amp rating; DANGER OF FIRE

133) If a fuse NOT described on this page and on the previous one blows, contact a Fiat Dealership.

134) Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition device has been taken to STOP, that the ignition key, if mechanical, has been

removed and that all the other devices are switched off and/or deactivated.

WARNING

53) Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or other material.

54) If it is necessary to wash the engine compartment, take care not to directly hit the fuse box and the window wiper motor with the water

jet.

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❒ open the boot and position the

reconfigurable load platform in

an inclined position (see "Boot" in the

"Knowing your vehicle" chapter);

CHANGING A WHEEL

JACK

Please note that:

❒ take the tool bag provided, which is

secured to the luggage compartment

cover with specific fastenings. This bag

contains fig. 123: jack A; screwdriver

B; adaptor C for refuelling in the event

of an emergency; pin D for centring the

wheel (where provided, to be used in

the spare wheel fitting procedure);

special anti-theft nut E (where provided,

to be used in the wheel stud bolt

fitting/removal procedure); wedge F for

blocking the wheels and the vehicle;

tow hook G; wrench H for the wheel

stud bolts and the jack; Allen key I for

emergency operation of the sun roof

(where provided);

❒ the weight of the jack is 2.8 kg;

❒ The jack requires no adjustment;

❒ the jack cannot be repaired and in

the event of a fault it must be replaced

by another original one;

❒ No tool other than its cranking device

may be fitted on the jack.

CHANGING PROCEDURE

135) 136) 137) 138) 139) 140) 141) 142)

Proceed as follows:

❒ stop the vehicle in a position that is

not dangerous for oncoming traffic

where you can change the wheel safely.

The ground should be flat if possible,

and sufficiently firm;

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123

❒ raise the mat A fig. 124 and take the

space-saver wheel B;

❒ stop the engine, engage the hazard

warning lights and the electric parking

brake;

❒ bring the space-saver wheel and the

tool bag near the wheel to be replaced;

❒ take the chock A fig. 125 and fold it

out as shown in the diagram;

❒ engage first gear or reverse or, for

versions with automatic transmission,

move the lever to position P (Park);

❒ place the chock A on the wheel

diagonally opposite the one to be

replaced (see fig. 126) to prevent the

vehicle from moving irregularly when it

is lifted from the ground;

❒ wear the reflective safety jacket

(compulsory by law in certain countries)

before getting out of the vehicle;

F1B0219C

124

143

❒ use the key A to operate the jack

(clockwise) and lift the vehicle until the

wheel is several centimetres off the

ground;

❒ use the key A to undo the stud bolts

completely and remove the punctured

tyre;

❒ make sure the contact surfaces

between space-saver wheel and hub

are clean and free from impurities

so that the fixing stud bolts will not

come loose;

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F1B0223C

125

127

❒ insert the key A fig. 128 on the

hexagonal part of the jack B to extend it

until the top splined area fits correctly

into the sidemember C of the vehicle,

❒ in order to facilitate fitting of the

space-saver wheel, tighten the centring

pin in the higher hole of the wheel

hub, then fit the space-saver wheel,

screwing in the first stud bolt by hand

for at least two threads;

next to the symbol

sidemember itself;

on the

❒ remove the centring pin and screw in

the other stud bolts by hand;

F1B0221C

126

❒ tighten all the retaining stud bolts

using the key A;

❒ use the key A fig. 127 to loosen the

fixing stud bolts by about one turn.

With alloy rims it is recommended to

"shake" the vehicle to facilitate

detachment of the rim from the wheel

hub;

❒ operate the key A (anticlockwise) on

the hexagonal part of the jack, in order

to lower the vehicle, then extract it;

❒ use the key A to fully tighten the stud

bolts in a criss-cross fashion as per

the numerical sequence shown in fig.

129;

F1B0224C

128

❒ position the jack under the vehicle,

near the wheel to be changed;

❒ alert any bystander that the vehicle is

about to be raised; all persons should

be kept away from the vehicle and

nobody must touch it until it has been

lowered;

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In the case of a puncture, proceed as

follows:

❒ open the luggage compartment and

then lift up the mat;

❒ unscrew the locking device A fig.

130, remove the space-saver spare

wheel B and fit it in place of the

punctured tyre, carrying out the

procedures described previously.

F1B0225C

F1B0452C

129

131

❒ place the punctured tyre in the boot

upside down (with the outer part facing

upwards), then reposition the jack

and the used tools;

WARNING

135) If left in the passenger compartment,

the punctured wheel and jack constitute

a serious risk to the safety of occupants in

the event of accidents or sharp braking.

Therefore, always place both the jack and

punctured wheel in the dedicated housing

in the boot.

❒ reposition the boot mat then

reposition the reconfigurable load

platform in a flat position (see "Boot" in

the "Knowing your vehicle" chapter).

Restore the standard wheel as soon as

possible, because, once placed in the

associated compartment, the boot load

platform is rendered uneven as the

standard wheel is larger than the

space-saver wheel.

F1B0453C

130

136) It is extremely dangerous to attempt

to change a wheel on the side of the

vehicle next to the driving lane: make sure

that the vehicle is at a sufficient distance

from the road, to avoid being run over.

When the operation is completed, lower

the luggage compartment mat and

position the punctured tyre on top of it,

ensuring that it is locked correctly so

that it doesn’t move during driving.

137) Alert other drivers that the vehicle is

stationary in compliance with local

regulations: hazard warning lights, warning

triangle, etc. Any passengers on board

should leave the vehicle, especially if it is

heavily laden. Passengers should stay

away from on-coming traffic while the

wheel is being changed. For safety

reasons, always block the wheels with the

chocks provided.

CHANGING A WHEEL

(versions with

subwoofer)

Versions with “Fix&Go Automatic”

kit

Versions with space-saver wheel

To find the “Fix&Go Automatic” kit,

open the luggage compartment then lift

up the mat: the kit A fig. 131 is located

on the right-hand side.

On these versions, the tools for

replacing the wheel are located in a

dedicated bag in the luggage

compartment.

145

138) The vehicle's driving characteristics

will be modified with the space-saver wheel

fitted. Avoid violent acceleration and

braking, abrupt steering and fast cornering.

The overall duration of the space-saver

wheel is about 3000 km, after which the

relevant tyre must be replaced with another

one of the same type. Never install a

standard tyre on a rim that is designed for

use with a space-saver wheel. Have the

wheel repaired and refitted as soon as

possible. Using two or more space-saver

wheels at the same time is forbidden.

Do not grease the threads of the stud bolts

before fitting them: they might slip out

when driving!

140) The jack is a tool developed and

designed only for changing a wheel, if a

tyre gets punctured or damaged, on the

vehicle with which it is supplied or on other

vehicles of the same model. It must not

be used, for example, to jack other vehicle

models or objects. Never use the jack to

carry out maintenance or repairs under the

vehicle. Never position yourself under a

jacked vehicle. Should it be necessary to

work under the vehicle, contact a Fiat

Dealership. Incorrectly positioning the jack

may cause the vehicle to fall: use it only

in the positions indicated. Do not use the

jack for loads higher than the one shown

on its label.

FIX&GO AUTOMATIC

KIT

(where provided)

DESCRIPTION

143) 144) 145) 146) 147) 148) 149) 150)

55)

3)

The Fix&Go automatic kit fig. 132 is

located in the boot, inside a dedicated

container. The container is also

equipped with a screwdriver, the tow

hook and the refuelling adaptor.

To access the Fix&Go automatic kit,

open the tailgate, position the

reconfigurable load platform in an

inclined position and lift the carpet. For

more detailed information, refer to

previous paragraph "Changing a

wheel".

139) The space-saver wheel is specific to

your vehicle: do not use it on other models,

or use the space-saver wheel of other

models on your vehicle. The space-saver

wheel must only be used in the event of an

emergency. It must only be used for the

distance necessary to reach a service point

and the vehicle speed must not exceed

80 km/h. The space-saver wheel has

an orange label that summarises the main

cautions for use and limitations. Never

remove or cover the sticker.

141) The space-saver wheel cannot be

fitted with snow chains. If a front (drive) tyre

is punctured and chains are needed, use

a standard wheel from the rear axle and

install the space-saver wheel on the rear

axle. In this way, with two normal drive

wheels at the front axle, it is possible to use

snow chains (this instruction is also valid

for 4x4 versions).

142) Never tamper with the inflation valve.

Never introduce tools of any kind between

the rim and the tyre. Check tyre and

space-saver wheel pressures regularly,

complying with the values given in the

"Technical specifications" chapter.

The Fix&Go automatic kit also includes:

❒ bottle A containing sealant and

fitted with: filling tube B and adhesive

label C with the wording “Max.

80 km/h” to be placed in a clearly

visible position (e.g. on the dashboard)

after repairing the tyre;

❒ a compressor D complete with

pressure gauge and connectors;

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❒ if after this operation you still cannot

reach at least 1.8 bar after 5 minutes

from switching on the compressor,

do not resume driving but contact a

Fiat Dealership;

❒ after having driven for about 10

minutes, stop and re-check the tyre

pressure; remember to engage the

electric parking brake;

F1B0227C

F1B0229C

❒ if a pressure value of at least 1.8 bar

is detected, restore the correct

132

133

❒ an instruction leaflet, to refer to for

prompt and correct use and that must

be then given to the personnel dealing

with the tyre treated with sealant;

❒ make sure that the switch for the

compressor is in position 0 (off), start

the engine, insert the plug into the

power socket located on the central

tunnel and switch on the compressor

by bringing the switch to position I (on);

pressure (with engine running and

electric parking brake engaged),

resume driving immediately and drive

with great care to a Fiat Dealership.

❒ a pair of gloves located in the side

compartment of the compressor;

❒ inflate the tyre to the pressure

indicated in the “Wheels” paragraph

(see “Technical data” chapter). In order

to obtain a more precise reading, check

the pressure value on pressure gauge

B with the compressor off;

WARNING

❒ some adaptors, for inflating different

elements.

143) Punctures on the sides of the tyre

may not be repaired. Do not use the

Fix&Go automatic kit if the tyre is damaged

due to travelling when flat.

IMPORTANT The sealing fluid is

effective with external temperatures of

between –20°C and +50°C. The sealing

fluid has an expiry date.

144) Wear the protective gloves provided

with the Fix&Go automatic kit.

❒ if after five minutes pressure is not at

least 1.8 bar, disengage the

INFLATION PROCEDURE

145) Apply the adhesive label where it can

be easily seen by the driver as a reminder

that the tyre has been treated with the

Fix&Go automatic kit. Drive carefully,

particularly on bends. Do not exceed 80

km/h. Do not accelerate or brake suddenly.

compressor from the valve and power

socket, then move the vehicle forwards

by approx. ten metres in order to

distribute the sealing fluid inside the tyre

evenly, then repeat the inflation

operation;

Proceed as follows:

❒ engage the electric parking brake,

unscrew the tyre valve cap, take out

filler hose A fig. 133 and tighten ring nut

B on the tyre valve;

146) If the pressure has fallen below 1.8

bar, do not drive any further: the Fix&Go

automatic kit cannot guarantee proper hold

because the tyre is too damaged. Contact

a Fiat Dealership.

147

147) You must always indicate that the tyre

was repaired using the Fix&Go automatic

kit. Give the leaflet to the technicians who

will be handling the tyre that was treated

using the Fix&Go automatic kit.

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WARNING

55) In the event of a puncture caused by

foreign bodies, the kit may be used to

repair tyres showing damage on the tread

or shoulder up to max. 4 mm diameter.

56)

148) Repair is not possible if the wheel rim

is damaged (tread is deformed, causing

air to escape). Do not remove foreign

bodies (screws or nails) from the tyre.

If the battery is flat, a jump starting can

be performed using the battery and

the cables of another vehicle, or using

an auxiliary battery. In all cases, the

battery used must have a capacity

equal to or a little higher than the flat

one.

149) Do not operate the compressor for

longer than 20 minutes consecutively. Risk

of overheating. The Fix&Go automatic kit

is not suitable for definitive repairs, so

the repaired tyres may only be used

temporarily.

WARNING

3) Dispose of the bottle and the sealant

properly. Dispose of the components

in compliance with national and local

regulations.

IMPORTANT

150) The bottle contains ethylene glycol

and latex: it may cause an allergic reaction.

It is harmful if swallowed. It is irritant for

the eyes. It may cause sensitisation if

inhaled or on contact. Avoid contact with

eyes, skin and clothes. In the case of

contact, wash immediately with plenty of

water. In the event that it is swallowed, do

not induce vomiting. Rinse out your mouth,

drink large quantities of water and seek

immediate medical attention. Keep out of

the reach of children. The product must

not be used by asthmatics. Do not inhale

the vapours during insertion and suction.

Call a doctor immediately if allergic

Do not use an auxiliary battery or any

other source of external supply with

a voltage above 12 V: the battery, the

starter, the alternator and the electrical

system of the vehicle could be

damaged.

Do not attempt jump starting if the

battery is frozen. The battery could

break and explode!

JUMP STARTING

The vehicle battery is located in the

engine compartment, behind the left

light cluster.

reactions are noted. Store the bottle in its

proper compartment, away from sources

of heat. The sealant has an expiry date.

Replace the cylinder containing the sealant

after the expiry date.

151) 152) 153) 154)

IMPORTANT The positive terminal (+) of

the battery is shielded by a protective

element. Raise it to access the terminal.

148

Proceed as follows:

❒ connect one end of the cable used

for negative (–) to the negative terminal

(–) of the auxiliary battery;

If it is often necessary to perform an

emergency starting, have the vehicle

battery and the recharging system

checked by a Fiat Dealership.

❒ operate the parking brake, move the

lever to P (Park), for versions equipped

with automatic transmission, or neutral,

for versions with manual gearbox,

IMPORTANT Any accessories (e.g.

mobile phones, etc.) connected to the

vehicle power sockets, draw current

even if they are not used. These

then set the ignition device to STOP;

❒ switch off all the other electrical

appliances in the vehicle;

❒ should you be using the battery of

another vehicle, park the other vehicle

within the range of the cables used

for the connection, operate the parking

brake and ensure that its ignition is

off.

devices, if left connected too much time

with engine off, may cause the battery

to drain with following reduction of

its life and/or failure to start the engine.

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134

❒ Connect the other end of the cable

used for negative (–) to an engine earth

(a visible metal part of the engine

or gearbox/transmission of the vehicle

with flat battery) away from the battery

and the fuel injection system;

WARNING

IMPORTANT If the procedure below is

carried out incorrectly, it can cause

severe injury to people or damage the

recharging system of one or both

vehicles. Carefully follow the

151) Before opening the bonnet, make

sure that the engine is off and that the

ignition key is in the STOP position. Follow

the indications on the plate underneath

the bonnet. We recommend that you

remove the key from the ignition if other

people remain in the vehicle. The vehicle

should always be left after the key has

been removed or turned to the STOP

position. During refuelling, make sure that

the engine is off (and that the ignition key is

in the STOP position).

instructions given below.

❒ start the vehicle engine with the

auxiliary battery, let it run for a

Cable connection

few minutes at idling. Start the engine

of the vehicle with flat battery.

57)

Proceed as follows to carry out bump

starting fig. 134:

Cable disconnection.

Once the engine is started, remove the

leads, reversing the order above.

If after a few attempts the engine does

not start, do not persist but contact

a Fiat Dealership.

❒ connect one end of the cable used

for positive (+) to the positive terminal

(+) of the vehicle with flat battery;

152) Do not get too close to the radiator

cooling fan: the electric fan may start;

danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other

loose clothing may be pulled by moving

parts.

❒ connect the other end of the cable

used for positive (+) to the positive

terminal (+) of the auxiliary battery;

149

153) Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,

watches, bracelets), that might cause an

accidental electrical contact and cause

serious injury.

FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM

RESET

FUEL CUT-OFF

SYSTEM

To restore correct operation of the

vehicle, carry out the following

procedure (this procedure must be

started and completed within less than

1 minute):

154) Batteries contain acid which may burn

skin and eyes. Batteries produce

hydrogen, which is easily flammable and

explosive. Therefore, keep away flames or

devices which may cause sparks.

DESCRIPTION

This intervenes in the case of an impact

causing:

❒ the interruption of the fuel supply with

the engine consequently switching off;

155)

WARNING

❒ the automatic unlocking of the doors;

Operations to be carried out

❒ turning on of the lights inside the

vehicle;

With direction indicator lever in neutral

position, bring the ignition device to STOP

56) Never use a fast battery-charger to

start the engine as this could damage the

electronic systems of your vehicle,

particularly the ignition and fuel supply

control units.

❒ deactivation of climate control system

ventilation;

Bring the ignition device to MAR

Activate the right direction indicator

Activate the left direction indicator

Activate the right direction indicator

Activate the left direction indicator

Deactivate the left direction indicator

Bring the ignition device to STOP

Bring the ignition device to MAR

❒ switching on of the hazard warning

lights (to deactivate the lights press the

button on the dashboard).

57) Do not connect the cable to the

negative terminal (–) of the flat battery. The

following spark could lead to battery

explosion and cause serious harm. Only

use the specific earth point; do not use any

other exposed metallic part.

On some versions, the intervention of

the system is indicated by a message

shown on the display. In the same way,

a dedicated message on the display

warns the driver if system operation is

compromised.

IMPORTANT Carefully check the vehicle

for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine

compartment, under the vehicle or

near the tank area. After a collision,

bring the ignition device to STOP to

prevent the battery from running down.

WARNING

155) If, after an impact, you smell fuel or

notice leaks from the fuel system, do

not reactivate the system to avoid the risk

of fire.

150

❒ fully depress the brake pedal and

hold it down;

To remove the key manually, proceed

as follows:

AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION

GEAR LEVER

UNLOCKING

❒ insert the screwdriver supplied

perpendicularly in hole B fig. 137 and

adjust the release lever;

❒ stop the vehicle in safety conditions,

engage a gear and the electric parking

brake;

In the event of a fault, to move the gear

lever from P (Park), proceed as follows:

❒ using the provided key A fig. 138

(located in the casing containing the

on-board documents), undo the fixing

screws B fig. 139 for the lower cover C;

❒ stop the engine;

❒ engage the electric parking brake;

❒ working carefully in the point

indicated by the arrow, remove the trim

A fig. 135 (complete with gaiter) lifting

it upwards (see also fig. 136);

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137

❒ place the gear lever in N (Neutral)

position;

❒ refit the gear lever gaiter and trim

correctly;

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138

❒ start the engine.

EMERGENCY REMOVAL

OF THE IGNITION KEY

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135

58)

The ignition key (for versions with key

without remote control) can be

removed only if the gear lever is in

position P (Park).

If the vehicle battery is flat and the

ignition key is engaged, the latter is

locked in position.

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139

❒ remove the lower steering wheel

cover C by releasing it from its housing;

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136

151

❒ pull tab D fig. 140 downwards using

one hand and with the other one

remove the key, sliding it outwards;

TWIN CLUTCH

AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION

LEVER UNLOCK

WARNING

58) It is advisable to contact a Fiat

Dealership to have the refitting procedure

carried out. If you would like to proceed

autonomously, special attention must

be paid to the correct coupling of

In case of failure or flat battery, to

unlock the gear lever, proceed

as follows:

the retaining clips. Otherwise, noise might

be heard due to an incorrect fastening

of the lower cover with the upper cover.

❒ stop the engine;

❒ engage the electric parking brake;

❒ working carefully in the point

indicated by the arrow, remove the trim

A fig. 141 (complete with gaiter) lifting

it upwards (see also fig. 142);

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140

F1B0028C

141

❒ once the key has been removed, refit

lower cover C fig. 139, make sure it

locks correctly and tighten the fixing

screws B firmly.

❒ fully depress the brake pedal and

hold it down;

❒ insert the screwdriver supplied

perpendicularly in hole B fig. 143 and

adjust the release lever;

❒ place the gear lever in N (Neutral)

position;

152

If the vehicle battery is flat and the

ignition key is engaged, the latter is

locked in position.

❒ remove the lower steering wheel

cover C by releasing it from its housing;

❒ pull tab D fig. 146 downwards using

one hand and with the other one

remove the key, sliding it outwards;

To remove the key manually, proceed

as follows:

❒ stop the vehicle in safety conditions,

engage a gear and the electric parking

brake;

❒ using the provided key A fig. 144

(located in the casing containing the

on-board documents), undo the fixing

screws B fig. 145 for the lower cover C;

F1B0055C

142

F1B0056C

143

❒ refit the gear lever gaiter and trim

correctly;

F1B0022C

144

❒ start the engine.

EMERGENCY REMOVAL

OF THE IGNITION KEY

F1B0222C

146

❒ once the key has been removed, refit

lower cover C fig. 145, make sure it

locks correctly and tighten the fixing

screws B firmly.

59)

The ignition key (for versions with key

without remote control) can be

removed only if the gear lever is in

position P (Park).

F1B0143C

145

153

TOWING THE

VEHICLE

WARNING

ATTACHING THE TOW

HOOK

59) It is advisable to contact a Fiat

Dealership to have the refitting procedure

carried out. If you would like to proceed

autonomously, special attention must

be paid to the correct coupling of

156) 157) 158)

The tow hook provided is located in the

tool box inside the boot.

the retaining clips. Otherwise, noise might

be heard due to an incorrect fastening

of the lower cover with the upper cover.

Front

F1B0197C

148

Proceed as follows:

❒ release cap A fig. 147, operating in

the point shown by the arrow;

WARNING

❒ take tow hook B and screw it fully

onto the front threaded pin.

156) For versions with key without remote

control, before towing, turn the ignition

key to MAR and then to STOP without

removing it. The steering column will

automatically lock when the key is

removed and the wheels cannot be

steered. Also check that the gearbox is in

neutral (on versions equipped with

automatic transmission, check that the

gear lever is in N position). For versions

with electronic key, bring the ignition device

to MAR and then to STOP, without

opening the door.

F1B0196C

147

Rear

Proceed as follows:

❒ release cap A fig. 148, operating in

the point shown by the arrow;

❒ take tow hook B and screw it fully

onto the rear threaded pin

154

157) The brake servo and the

electromechanical power steering will not

work while the vehicle is being towed.

You will therefore need to apply more force

on the brake pedal and steering wheel.

Do not use flexible cables when towing,

and avoid jerky movements. While towing,

make sure that the trailer hitch does not

damage any components it is touching.

When towing the vehicle, you must comply

with all specific traffic regulations and

adopt an appropriate driving behaviour. Do

not start the engine while towing the

vehicle. Before tightening the ring, clean

the threaded housing thoroughly. Make

sure that the ring is fully fastened in the

housing before towing the vehicle.

158) The front and rear tow hooks should

be used only for emergencies on the road.

You are allowed to tow the vehicle for

short distances using an appropriate

device in accordance with the highway

code (a rigid bar), to move the vehicle on

the road in readiness for towing or

transport via a breakdown vehicle. Tow

hooks MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles

off the road or where there are obstacles

and/or for towing operations using ropes or

other non-rigid devices. Respecting the

above conditions, towing must take place

with two vehicles (one towing, the other

towed) aligned as much as possible along

the same centre line.

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