Fiat 500 2012 Vehicle Instruction Card page 3

For assistance after a breakdown or help with tyres or windscreens please refer to the numbers on the tax disc holder.
CONTROLS
1 Heating & Ventilation
2 Hazard Lights
3 Starter Switch
4 Headlights
5 Sidelights
6 Indicators
7 Wipers
8 Rear Screen Wipers
9 Horn
10 Bonnet Release
11 Heated Rear Screen
12 Rear Fog Lamp
13 Front Fog Lamp
FUEL
Ensure you use the correct fuel
type. Only use unleaded petrol
in petrol vehicles (see inside of
filler flap).
Fuel Tank Capacity:
35.0 litres
Vehicle specifications are subject to change. When the engine is turned off, ensure that the starter switch is in position II when operating electrical items such
as door mirrors and windows, etc. This vehicle does not include any manufacturer handbooks or manuals.
USEFUL INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR VEHICLE
Locking the doors?
Key / remote control operated central dead locking. Depress the door central locking switch on the driver's door to lock the
doors from the inside. Doors auto lock on vehicle motion.
Anti-theft system? Some models are fitted with a remote anti-theft alarm. Passive arming of immobiliser when key is removed.
Opening the boot/tailgate? Centrally locked. Use the remote key or internal boot release switch to unlock / open. Press the badge logo on the boot to
open it.
Adjusting door mirrors? Internal electric adjustment via a control pad on the driver's door.
Opening the windows? Electric front operated via control buttons on adjacent to gear shift lever. Manually operated rear.
Operating the sunroof? If fitted. Electric tilt / slide panoramic sunroof. Use the roof mounted switchgear to operate it.
Starting the engine? Ensure gear selector is in neutral (or N or P if automatic) and handbrake is on. Place ignition key into key slot and turn it to
start/stop the engine. Select desired gear. Release handbrake and brake pedal and gently press the accelerator to move the
vehicle. The vehicle may feature automatic engine start/stop technology - auto restart on depression of the clutch.
Opening fuel filler cap? Located under flap on rear offside. Lift the edge of the flap to open it, centrally locked, twist off the cap anticlockwise.
Releasing the bonnet? Pull bonnet release lever located to the lower left of the front passenger footwell. Unhook catch under bonnet.
Folding the rear seats?
The rear seat is divided into sections which can be folded separately. To release the seat press the seat unlocking catch and
fold the seat down. To return the seat to normal use, raise the seat and push it firmly to engage the seat lock. Check it is
locked before using the seat.
How to change a tyre? NOTE: This vehicle is not usually supplied with a conventional spare wheel and tyre, in the event of having a
punctured tyre please call the Europcar Tyre Helpline 0800 0280 999 for assistance. Lift the carpet cover over the
recess inside the boot to access spacesaver spare wheel, tools and jack. Move the vehicle to firm / level ground. Turn the
engine off, select first gear (or P if automatic). Apply the handbrake or parking brake. Only use the specific reinforced jack
points on the underside of the vehicle. Crank the jack to lift the vehicle.
How to drive an automatic? To change gears press the button on the shift lever and move the lever forwards or backwards in the gear gate. Select N
for neutral, P when leaving the vehicle, R for reversing (the vehicle must be at a complete standstill before this gear can be
selected). For normal driving select D where the transmission will use all available forward gears automatically (a 'kickdown
' facility is provided when the accelerator is pressed all the way to the floor past the normal acceleration point forcing the
transmission to select a lower gear to obtain maximum acceleration. To manually select gears move the gear shift lever into
the + and - positions to change gears up or down. Release pressure on the accelerator to return to normal accelerator use).
Whenever the vehicle is at a standstill apply the handbrake.
No responsibility is accepted for inaccuracies or misunderstanding caused by the wording of this guide. If in any doubt ask a member of staff for assistance.
FIAT 500
VEHICLE INSTRUCTION CARD
For assistance after an accident/incident, please call 0800 0280 999
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11
1
10
P 1
R
or
N
2
+
D
-
IN CASE OF BREAKDOWN
Use hazard lights. Attempt to park
in a safe position.
Use an emergency phone rather
than a mobile as emergency
services will then know the location
of the vehicle.
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CAUTION!
When parked, the handbrake should be fully
4 R
applied with the vehicle left in first or reverse
gear for vehicles equipped with manual
transmission or P (Park) for vehicles with
automatic transmission.
CHILD SEATS
Never use a child seat in a front
passenger seat which is fitted with
an active airbag (SRS). Follow all
fitting instructions carefully.
Check seat positioning and security
before use.
TYRE PRESSURES (COLD)
7 / 8 Check tyre pressure regularly
Legal minimum tread depth is 1.6 mm
175/65 R14
185/55 R15
Consult the tyre pressure tables found on
the driver's door B-pillar or inside the fuel
filler cap.
This vehicle may not carry a spare wheel,
or is supplied with a spacesaver spare.
TYRE HELPLINE
In the event of having a punctured tyre
please call the Europcar Tyre Helpline
0800 0280 999 for ANY assistance.
NOTE: Vehicles are not usually supplied
with a tyre repair kit (for vehicles that use
this in lieu of a spare wheel).
DRIVER'S SEAT
Tilt
Lumbar
Fold front seats to access rear.
Legroom
Height
VIC-FIA-01 / 23-06-2012
4 SEATS
3 DOOR HATCH