Abarth 500e - Page 237

MAINTENANCE AND CARE
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km/600 mi or before
long journeys, check and top up the
following, if necessary:
traction system coolant level;
NOTE The motor coolant level must be
checked when the motor is cold and
must range between the MIN and MAX
marks on the reservoir. If the level is
below the MIN level, go to a Dealership.
Do not attempt to open the cap
yourself to avoid burns and/or damage
to the cooling system and electronic
components. Topping up and filling
operations must be carried out by
qualified personnel at a Dealership
using the appropriate equipment for
vacuum filling.
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of windscreen
washer/wiper system and
positioning/wear of windscreen/rear
window wiper blades.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which
have been designed and produced
specifically for Abarth cars (see
table “Capacities” in the “Technical
specifications” section).
DEMANDING USE OF THE
CAR
If the car is mainly used in one of the
following particularly harsh conditions:
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km / 4-5 mi) at sub-zero external
temperatures;
in the event of a long period of
inactivity;
perform the following inspections more
frequently than shown on the Service
Schedule:
check disc brake pad condition and
wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and boot
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
visually inspect conditions of:
electric motor, transmission, brake
pipes and hoses, rubber elements
(gaiters/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
check the state of charge and fluid
level (electrolyte) of the 12V battery;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter.