Fiat 500X (2019 year). Instruction

IMPORTANT

75) The sealant is effective with external
temperatures of between -40°C and
+55°C. The sealant has an expiry date. It is
possible to repair tyres which have been
damaged on tread up to a diameter of
6 mm. Show the cartridge and the label to
the personnel charged with handling the
tyre treated with the tyre repair kit.

EMERGENCY
STARTING

76)

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.

IMPORTANT
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 car battery is located in the engine
compartment, behind the left light
cluster.

158) 159) 160) 161)

IMPORTANT The positive terminal (+) of
the battery is shielded by a protective
element. Raise it to access the terminal.

Proceed as follows:

operate the parking brake, move the

lever to P (Park), for versions equipped
with automatic transmission, or neutral,
for versions with instruction gearbox, then
set the ignition device to STOP;

switch off all the other electrical

devices in the car;

should you be using the battery of

another car, park the other car within
the range of the cables used for the
connection, operate the parking brake
and ensure that its ignition is off.

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
instructions given below.

Cable connection

77)

Proceed as follows to carry out a jump
starting fig. 151:

connect one end of the cable used

for positive (+) to the positive terminal
(+) of the car with flat battery;

connect the other end of the cable

used for positive (+) to the positive
terminal (+) of the auxiliary battery;

connect one end of the cable used

for negative (–) to the negative terminal
(–) of the auxiliary battery;

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connect the other end of the cable

used for negative (–) to an engine earth

(a visible metal part of the engine or

transmission/transmission of the car
with flat battery) away from the battery
and the fuel injection system;

start the car engine with the auxiliary

battery, let it run for a few minutes at
idling. Start the engine of the vehicle
with flat battery.

Cable disconnection
Once the engine has 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.

If it is often necessary to perform a
jump starting, have the car battery and
the recharging system checked by a
Fiat Dealership.

IMPORTANT Any accessories (e.g.
mobile phones, etc.) connected to the
vehicle power sockets draw current
even if they are not used. These
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.

WARNING

158) 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).
159) Do not get too close to the radiator
cooling fan: the electric fan may start;
danger of injury. Scarves, ties and other
loose clothing might be pulled by moving
parts.
160) Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
161) The batteries contain acid that can
burn skin or eyes. Batteries produce
hydrogen, which is easily flammable and
explosive. Therefore, keep away flames or
devices which may cause sparks.

IMPORTANT

76) Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
77) 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.

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FUEL CUT-OFF
SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION

This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:

the interruption of the fuel supply

with the engine consequently switching
off;

the automatic unlocking of the doors;
turning on the lights inside the car;
deactivation of climate control

system ventilation;

switching on of the hazard warning

lights (to deactivate the lights press the
button on the dashboard).

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.

FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
RESET

162)

To restore correct operation of the car,
carry out the following procedure (this
procedure must be started and
completed within less than 1 minute):

with direction indicator lever in

neutral position, turn the ignition device
to STOP;

turn the ignition device to MAR;
activate the right direction indicator

and then the left one;

activate the right direction indicator

and then the left one again;

deactivate the left direction indicator;
turn the ignition device to STOP and

then to MAR.

WARNING

162) 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.

AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION -
LEVER UNLOCK

In the event of a fault, to move the gear
lever from P (Park), proceed as follows:

stop the engine;
engage the electric parking brake;
working carefully at the point

indicated by the arrow, remove the trim
A fig. 152 (complete with gaiter) lifting it
upwards (see also fig. 153 );

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fully depress the brake pedal and

hold it down;

insert the screwdriver supplied

perpendicularly in hole B fig. 154 and
adjust the release lever;

place the gear lever in N (Neutral)

position;

refit the gear lever gaiter and panel

correctly;

start the engine.

AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION -
KEY REMOVAL

78)

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.

To remove the key instructionly, proceed
as follows:

stop the vehicle in safety conditions,

engage a gear and the electric parking
brake;

using the provided key A

fig. 155 (located in the casing
containing the on-board documents),
undo the fixing screws B fig. 156 for the
lower cover C;

remove the lower steering wheel

cover C fig. 156 by releasing it from its
housing;

pull tab D fig. 157 downwards using

one hand and with the other one
remove the key, sliding it outwards;

153

F1B0742

154

F1B0743

155

F1B0022C

156

F1B0143C

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once the key has been removed,

refit lower cover C fig. 156, make sure it
locks correctly and tighten the fixing
screws B firmly.

IMPORTANT

78) 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 the retaining
clips. Otherwise, noise might be heard due
to an incorrect fastening of the lower cover
with the upper cover.

DUAL CLUTCH
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION -
LEVER UNLOCK

In case of failure or flat battery, to
unlock the gear lever, proceed as
follows:

stop the engine;
engage the electric parking brake;
working carefully at the point

indicated by the arrow, remove the trim
A fig. 158 (complete with gaiter) lifting it
upwards (see also fig. 159 );

157

F1B0222C

158

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fully depress the brake pedal and

hold it down;

insert the screwdriver supplied

perpendicularly in hole B fig. 160 and
adjust the release lever;

place the gear lever in N (Neutral)

position;

refit the gear lever gaiter and panel

correctly;

start the engine.

DUAL CLUTCH
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION -
REMOVING THE KEY

79)

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 car battery is flat and the ignition
key is engaged, the latter is locked in
position.

To remove the key instructionly, proceed
as follows:

stop the car in safety conditions,

engage a gear and the electric parking
brake;

using the provided key A

fig. 161 (located in the casing
containing the on-board documents),
undo the fixing screws B fig. 162 for the
lower cover C;

remove the lower steering column

cover C fig. 162 by releasing it from its
housing;

pull tab D fig. 163 downwards using

one hand and with the other one
remove the key, sliding it outwards;

159

F1B0742

160

F1B0743

161

F1B0022C

162

F1B0143C

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once the key has been removed, refit

lower upholstery C fig. 162, make sure
it locks correctly and tighten the fixing
screws B firmly.

IMPORTANT

79) 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 the retaining
clips. Otherwise, noise might be heard due
to an incorrect fastening of the lower cover
with the upper cover.

TOWING THE
VEHICLE

ATTACHING THE TOW
RING

163) 164) 165)

The tow ring provided is located in the
tool box inside the boot.

Front
Proceed as follows:

working in the point shown by the

arrow, release the cap A
(fig. 164orfig. 165 depending on
versions);

take tow ring B and screw it fully

onto the front threaded pin.

163

F1B0222C

164

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Rear
Proceed as follows:

working in the point shown by the

arrow, release the cap A
(fig. 166orfig. 167 depending on
versions);

take tow ring B and screw it fully

onto the rear threaded pin

WARNING

163) 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, move the ignition device to MAR and
then to STOP, without opening the door.

164) 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 ropes 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 car, 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
screwed into the housing before towing the
car.
165) 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 cables or other
non-rigid devices. In compliance with the
above conditions, towing must take place
with the two vehicles (one towing, the other
towed) aligned as much as possible along
the same centre line.

165

F1B0196C

166

F1B0717

167

F1B0738

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SCHEDULED
SERVICING

Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the car
under the best conditions.

For this reason, Fiat has planned a
series of checks and services at fixed
distance and/or time intervals, as
described in the Service Schedule.

To keep the car’s efficiency in tip-top
condition, in the following Scheduled
Service plan pages a few additional
checks are listed that should be carried
out more frequently with respect to the
normal coupon redemption schedule.

Scheduled Servicing is offered by all
Fiat Dealerships according to fixed time
or kilometres/miles intervals. If, during
each operation, in addition to the ones
scheduled, the need arises for further
replacements or repairs, these may be
carried out with the owner's explicit
agreement only. If your car is used
frequently for towing, the interval
between one scheduled servicing
operation and the next should be
reduced.

IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
interventions are set out by the
Manufacturer. Failure to comply with the
schedule may invalidate the warranty.

We advise sharing any doubts
regarding the car’s proper operation
with your Fiat Dealership, before waiting
for the next coupon redemption.

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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (1.0, 1.3 and 1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions)
WARNING: Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the
frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note.

Warning: simply restarting the maintenance from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some
operations!

Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

105

120

135

150

Years

Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check quick tyre repair kit recharge
conditions/expiry date (if provided)

●

Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment,
passenger compartment, instrument panel warning lights,
etc.)

●

Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels(1)

●

Check the fuel/engine management systems operation,
emissions and engine oil deterioration using the diagnosis
equipment (where provided)(2)

●

Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)

●

(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
(2) If the engine oil quality detected by the vehicle diagnostics is lower than 20%, it is advisable to replace the engine oil and engine filter in order to avoid another

service operation after a short time.

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Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

105

120

135

150

Years

Check windscreen and rear window wiper blade
position/wear

●

Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary

●

Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage

●

Visually inspect conditions and wear of front and rear disc
brake pads and integrity of pad wear indicator

●

Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)(3)

●

Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without
automatic tensioner)

●

Visual check of distribution command toothed belt
(1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions)(3)

●

Check drive transmission idler unit (PTU) oil level
(4x4 versions)

●

Check rear differential fluid level (4x4 versions)

●

Check oil level of electro-hydraulic actuator and top up, if
necessary (1.4 Turbo Multi Air versions with dual-clutch
automatic transmission)(4)

●

(3) The maximum mileage is 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is used in heavy conditions (dusty

areas, cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the
mileage.

(4) Check to be carried out every year for cars on the road in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).

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Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

105

120

135

150

Years

Change engine oil and oil filter (1.0 and 1.3 versions)

(5)

Change engine oil and replace oil filter (1.4 Turbo Multi Air
versions)(6) (O) (

●)

●

Replace spark plugs (1.0 and 1.3 versions)(7)

●

Replace starter spark plug (1.4 Turbo Motor Air
versions)(7)

●

Replace accessory drive belt/s

(3)

Replace toothed timing drive belt (1.4 Turbo Multi Air
versions only)

(3)

Change the brake fluid

(8)

Replace air cleaner cartridge(9)

●

(5) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or

message in the instrument panel. In any cases, never exceed 1 year.

(6) If the car's annual mileage is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and filter must be replaced every year.

(O) Recommended operations
(

●) Obligatory operations

(7) To guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to only use spark plugs specifically certified for these engines; all spark

plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the "Engine" paragraph in the "Technical specifications" chapter); strictly comply with the spark plug
replacement intervals in the Scheduled Servicing Plan. It is advisable to contact a FIAT Dealership for plug replacement.

(3) The maximum mileage is 120,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 6 years, regardless of distance travelled. If the vehicle is used in heavy conditions (dusty

areas, cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling), the maximum mileage is 60,000 km. The belt must be replaced every 4 years regardless of the
mileage.

(8) Brake fluid is to be replaced every 2 years regardless of the distance travelled.
(9) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.

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Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

105

120

135

150

Years

Replace the passenger compartment cleaner(9) (O) (

●)

●

(9) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.
(O) Recommended operations
(

●) Obligatory operations

NOTE change automatic transmission oil and replace oil filter every 240,000 km.

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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (1.6 E.Torq versions)
WARNING: Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the
frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note.

Warning: simply restarting the maintenance from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some
operations!

Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

105

120

135

150

Years

Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check quick tyre repair kit recharge
conditions/expiry date (if provided)

●

Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, luggage compartment,
passenger compartment, instrument panel warning lights,
etc.)

●

Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels(1)

●

Use the diagnosis socket to check the fuel/engine control
system operation, emissions and the engine oil
deterioration (2)

●

Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)

●

service operation after a short time.

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Thousands of miles

Thousands of kilometres

105

120

135

150

Years

Check windscreen and rear window wiper blade
position/wear

●

Check operation of the windscreen wiper/washer system
and adjust jets, if necessary

●

Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of linkage

●

Visually inspect conditions and wear of front and rear disc
brake pads and integrity of pad wear indicator

●

Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)

●

Check tension of accessory drive belt (versions without
automatic tensioner)

●

Change engine oil and replace oil filter

●

Spark plug replacement(3)

●

Replace accessory drive belt/s

●

Replace air cleaner cartridge(4)

●

Change the brake fluid

(5)

(3) To guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to only use spark plugs specifically certified for these engines; all spark

(4) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 15,000 km.
(5) Brake fluid is to be replaced every 2 years regardless of the distance travelled.

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