FIAT 500 - Manual (Page 108)

Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or coasting downhill.This could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic
converter and damage it beyond repair.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is
idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you should allow
the engine to “catch its breath” before turning it
off by letting it idle to allow the temperature in the
engine compartment to fall.
A quick burst on the accelerator before
stopping the engine serves no practical
purpose; it wastes fuel and is especially
damaging to turbocharged engines.
HANDBRAKE
The handbrake is located fig. 93 between the two
front seats.
Pull the lever upwards to operate the handbrake.
WARNING
The car should be braked after a few
clicks of the lever, if it is not, contact a
Fiat Dealership to have it adjusted.
When the handbrake is on and the ignition key is at
MAR, the instrument panel warning light
will
come on.
fig. 93 F0S0048
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GETTINGTO KNOW
YOURCAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
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