FIAT 500 User Manual

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When using or parking the vehicle for a long time in
the mountains or cold areas, it is advisable to refuel
using locally available diesel fuel. In this case, it is also
advisable to keep the tank over 50% full.

For diesel engines, use only diesel fuel for
motor vehicles in accordance with EN590
European specifications.The use of other

products or mixtures may damage the engine
beyond repair and consequently invalidate the
warranty, due to the damage caused. If you
accidentally introduce other types of fuel into the
tank, do not start the engine and empty the
tank. If the engine has been run, even for only a
very short time, you will need to have the entire
fuel system emptied in addition to the tank.

REFUELLING CAPACITY

To fill the tank completely, top-up twice after the
first click of the fuel delivery gun. Further top-ups
could cause faults in the fuel feeding system.

FUEL TANK CAP

Cap B fig. 76 is fitted with loss prevention device C
which secures it to flap A.
Unscrew cap B using the ignition key. The sealing may
cause a slight pressure increase in the tank. A little
breathing off, while slackening the cap is absolutely
normal. When refuelling, fasten the cap to the device
inside the flap as shown in fig. 76.

WARNING

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.

fig. 76

F0S0104

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