FIAT 500L User Manual

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PARAFLU

anti-freeze is used in the

engine cooling system. Use the same fluid
as in the cooling system when topping

up. PARAFLU

cannot be mixed with any other

type of fluid. If this happens, do not start the
engine and contact a Fiat Dealership.

WARNING

The cooling system is pressurised. If
necessary, replace the plug with another

of equivalent quality and the same
specifications as the original, otherwise the
efficiency of the system may be adversely
affected. Do not remove the reservoir plug when
the engine is hot: you risk scalding yourself.

WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WASHER
FLUID

If the level is too low, raise the reservoir plug D (see
previous pages) and add the fluid described in the
chapter "Technical Specifications".

WARNING

Do not travel with the windscreen
washer reservoir empty: the windscreen

washer is essential for improving visibility. Some
commercial windscreen washer additives are
flammable.The engine compartment contains
hot components which may set it on fire.

BRAKE FLUID

Check that the liquid is at the maximum level (the
fluid level in the reservoir must not exceed the
MAX. mark).
If the fluid level in the tank is too low, undo the
reservoir plug E (see previous pages) and add the
fluid described in the chapter "Technical
Specifications".

Note Carefully clean the plug of the reservoir E and
the surrounding surface.
When opening the plug, make sure that no dirt gets
into the reservoir.
For topping-up, always use a funnel with integrated
filter with mesh equal to or lower than 0.12 mm.

IMPORTANT Brake fluid is hygroscopic (i.e. it
absorbs moisture). For this reason, if the car is
mainly used in areas with a high degree of
atmospheric humidity, the fluid must be replaced at
more frequent intervals than specified in the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan”.

Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen,

immediately wash with water.

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GETTINGTO KNOW

YOURCAR

SAFETY

STARTING AND

DRIVING

WARNING LIGHTS

AND MESSAGES

IN AN EMERGENCY

SERVICING AND

MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX