2025 Fiat 500x Owner's Manual

2025 Fiat 500x owners manual
Year:
2025
Make:
Fiat
Model:
500x

Online manual

Size:
7.96 MB
PDF:
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Table of Contents

- GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
13
DASHBOARD
14
MILD HYBRID VERSION OPERATING PRINCIPLE
15
HYBRID SYSTEM EQUIPMENT
15
MAIN CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MILD HYBRID SYSTEM
15
AUXILIARY BATTERY
16
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
17
THE KEYS
17
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
17
ELECTRONIC KEY
17
OPERATION
18
REPLACING THE BATTERY IN THE KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
19
REPLACING THE ELECTRONIC KEY BATTERY
19
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL KEYS
20
IGNITION DEVICE
21
STEERING COLUMN LOCK
22
FIAT CODE
23
IRREGULAR OPERATION
23
WARNINGS
23
ALARM
23
SWITCHING ON THE ALARM
23
TURNING THE ALARM OFF
24
DISARMING THE ALARM
24
DOORS
24
LOCKING/UNLOCKING DOORS FROM THE INSIDE
24
LOCKING/UNLOCKING DOORS FROM THE OUTSIDE
25
KEYLESS ENTRY / KEYLESS GO
25
DEAD LOCK DEVICE
27
CHILD LOCK
28
SEATS
28
FRONT SEATS WITH MANUAL ADJUSTMENT
28
ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEATS
29
FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATING
29
REAR SEATS
30
HEAD RESTRAINTS
31
FRONT
31
REAR
31
STEERING WHEEL
32
ADJUSTMENTS
32
REAR-VIEW MIRRORS
33
INTERIOR MIRROR
33
DOOR MIRRORS
33
EXTERNAL LIGHTS
34
LIGHT SWITCH
34
AUTO FUNCTION
35
DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS
35
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
35
FOG LIGHTS
35
REAR FOG LIGHT
36
PARKING LIGHTS
36
HEADLIGHTS OFF DELAY (Follow Me Home)
36
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
36
DIRECTION INDICATORS
37
COURTESY LIGHTS
37
HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT
38
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL BUTTON GRAPHIC BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT
38
FOG LIGHTS ALIGNMENT
38
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS WHEN ABROAD
38
INTERIOR LIGHTS
39
FRONT CEILING LIGHT
39
REAR CEILING LIGHT
40
BOOT LIGHT
40
WINDSCREEN WIPER/REAR WINDOW WIPER
40
WINDSCREEN WIPER / WASHER
40
RAIN SENSOR
41
AUTOMATIC WIPING
42
Service Position
42
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
43
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
44
MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER/ HEATER
44
 
45
Start&Stop
45
Additional heater
45
System maintenance
46
AUTOMATIC DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
47
 
48
SYNC button
48
Rapid window demisting/defrosting (MAX-DEF function)
48
Start&Stop
49
Additional heater
49
Mild Hybrid versions
50
ELECTRIC WINDOWS
50
SOFT TOP
51
SOFT TOP MOVEMENT
52
INITIALISATION PROCEDURE
53
WASHING/CLEANING THE SOFT TOP
53
BONNET
54
OPENING
54
CLOSING
55
BOOT
55
OPENING
55
CLOSING
56
BOOT INITIALISATION
56
LOAD COMPARTMENT FEATURES
56
CARGO BOX
57
INTERIOR FITTINGS
57
GLOVE COMPARTMENT
57
SUN VISORS
57
POWER SOCKET
57
SLIDING FRONT ARMREST
58
CUP / CAN HOLDER
58
GRAB HANDLES
58
USB INPUT
58
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK
59
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SYSTEMS
59
PETROL VERSIONS
59
DIESEL VERSIONS
59
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
62
INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT ADJUSTMENT (brightness sensor)
64
DIGITAL AUXILIARY BATTERY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR
64
DISPLAY
64
DESCRIPTION
64
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR
64
CONTROL BUTTONS
65
MAIN MENU
65
TRIP COMPUTER
69
VALUES DISPLAYED
69
OK BUTTON
69
EOBD SYSTEM (European On Board Diagnosis)
69
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
71
SYMBOLS ON THE DISPLAY
78
Messages on the display
86
ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS
91
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
91
DTC (Drag Torque Control) SYSTEM
91
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) SYSTEM
91
TC (Traction Control) SYSTEM
92
PBA (Panic Brake Assist) SYSTEM
92
HSA (Hill Start Assist) SYSTEM
92
DST (Dynamic Steering Torque) SYSTEM
92
ERM (Electronic Rollover Mitigation) SYSTEM
93
TSC (Trailer Sway Control) SYSTEM
93
DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
94
BSA (Blind-Spot Assist) SYSTEM
94
FBC (Full Brake Control) SYSTEM
97
iTPMS (indirect Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)
101
PEDESTRIAN ACOUSTIC WARNING SYSTEM
103
OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS
104
SEAT BELTS
104
USING THE SEAT BELTS
104
ADJUSTING THE SEAT BELT HEIGHT
105
SBR (SEAT BELT REMINDER) SYSTEM
106
FRONT SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT BEHAVIOUR
106
REAR SEAT BELT ICON BEHAVIOUR
106
PRE-TENSIONERS
108
LOAD LIMITERS
108
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE SEAT BELTS
108
SEAT BELTS MAINTENANCE
109
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
109
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY
109
 
111
INSTALLING A CHILD CARSEAT WITH SEATBELTS
113
INSTALLING AN ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
114
i-Size CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
115
Child restraint system installation
117
Child restraint system installation (right-hand drive version)
119
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER FOR YOUR 500X
121
 
124
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG
124
FRONT AIRBAGS
124
Passenger's front airbag and child restraint systems: IMPORTANT
127
SIDE BAGS
128
STARTING THE ENGINE
132
ENGINE STARTING FAILURE
133
WARMING UP THE ENGINE JUST AFTER IT HAS STARTED
133
STOPPING THE ENGINE
133
WHEN PARKED
135
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)
135
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE OPERATING MODES
136
SAFE HOLD
137
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
137
DUAL CLUTCH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
138
GEAR LEVER
138
AUTOMATIC DRIVING MODE
139
AUTOSTICK - Sequential mode
139
CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL
139
STARTING THE ENGINE
140
MOVING THE CAR
140
GEAR ENGAGEMENT INHIBITION
140
STOPPING THE ENGINE AND PARK POSITION
140
TRANSMISSION EMERGENCY FUNCTION
140
ELECTRIFIED DUAL CLUTCH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
141
DISPLAY
141
ELECTRIC MOTOR (“e-machine”)
141
GEAR LEVER
141
LEVER POSITIONS
142
LIMIT THE LEVER MOVEMENT WITHOUT PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL
143
AUTOMATIC DRIVING MODE
143
SEQUENTIAL DRIVING MODE
143
MOVING THE CAR
143
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
144
Removing the ignition key
144
PARKING THE CAR
144
TOWING THE CAR
144
RECOVERY FUNCTIONS
144
GENERAL WARNINGS
145
START&STOP SYSTEM
145
OPERATING MODE
145
SYSTEM MANUAL ACTIVATION / DEACTIVATION
146
MISSED ENGINE STOPPING CONDITIONS
147
HEAT ENGINE RESTARTING CONDITIONS
147
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
147
ENERGY SAVING FUNCTION
147
SPEED LIMITER
148
DESCRIPTION
148
DEVICE ON/OFF
148
SPEED LIMIT PROGRAMMING
148
DEVICE ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
148
EXCEEDING THE PROGRAMMED SPEED
149
FLASHING OF PROGRAMMED SPEED
149
ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL
149
ACTIVATING THE DEVICE
149
SETTING THE DESIRED SPEED
149
INCREASING / DECREASING SPEED
150
RECALLING THE SPEED
150
DEACTIVATING THE DEVICE
150
DEACTIVATING THE DEVICE
150
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)
150
DESCRIPTION
150
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
151
SETTING THE DESIRED SPEED
152
CHANGING THE SPEED
152
ACCELERATING WHEN OVERTAKING
153
RECALLING THE SPEED
153
SETTING THE DISTANCE BETWEEN CARS
153
DEACTIVATION
154
SYSTEM LIMITED OPERATION WARNING
155
PRECAUTIONS WHILE DRIVING
155
ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL MODE
156
PARK ASSIST SYSTEM
157
GENERAL WARNINGS
159
LANE ASSIST SYSTEM (lane crossing warning)
160
DESCRIPTION
160
SYSTEM ON/OFF
160
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
161
USE OF THE TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION
161
INTELLIGENT SPEED ASSIST
163
SPEED LIMIT PROGRAMMING
163
SYSTEM ACTIVATION
163
SYSTEM DEACTIVATION
164
EXCEEDING THE PROGRAMMED SPEED
164
FLASHING OF PROGRAMMED SPEED
164
DAA (Driver Attention Assist) SYSTEM
164
Activation / deactivation
164
System intervention
164
REAR VIEW CAMERA
165
DESCRIPTION
165
SYMBOLS AND MESSAGES ON THE DISPLAY
165
TOWING TRAILERS
166
WARNINGS
166
TOW HOOK SETUP
166
eCoasting mode (ENERGY SAVING)
167
INTERVENTION TYPE SELECTION
167
eBraking” MODE
167
eAuto MODE
167
e Auto Off” BUTTON
167
eCreeping” MODE
168
eLaunch” MODE (START OF ELECTRIC MODE)
168
eQueueing” MODE
168
eBoosting MODE
168
Overboost
168
eParking MODE
169
PARKING MANOEUVRES
169
REFUELLING THE CAR
169
PETROL AND MILD HYBRID ENGINES
169
DIESEL ENGINES
169
REFUELING PROCEDURE
169
TOPPING UP AdBlue® DIESEL EMISSIONS ADDITIVE
170
Fuel - Vehicle compatibility identification Graphic symbol for informing consumers in accordance with EN16942
171
AdBlue® (UREA) ADDITIVE FOR DIESEL EMISSIONS
172
DRIVING TIPS
172
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
172
SAVING FUEL
173
DRIVING STYLE
173
TIPS FOR DRIVING HYBRID CARS
173
CONDITIONS OF USE
174
TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS
174
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
177
CONTROL
177
BULB REPLACEMENT
177
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
177
BULB TYPES
178
REPLACING AN EXTERNAL BULB
181
REPLACING AN INTERNAL BULB
184
IN CASE OF ACCIDENT
186
FUSES
186
CHANGING A WHEEL
187
JACK
187
CHANGING PROCEDURE
187
REFITTING THE STANDARD WHEEL
189
FIX&GO KIT
190
DESCRIPTION
190
OPT1 kit
190
OPT2 kit
191
REPAIR PROCEDURE
191
PROCEDURE FOR RESTORING THE PRESSURE
194
CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
194
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
194
RUN FLAT TYRES
196
JUMP STARTING
196
WARNINGS
196
JUMP STARTING
196
JUMP STARTING
196
BUMP STARTING
197
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
198
DESCRIPTION
198
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM RESET
198
HEAT ENGINE OVERHEATING
199
DUAL CLUTCH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
199
DUAL CLUTCH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - IGNITION KEY EMERGENCY EXTRACTION
200
TOWING A BROKEN-DOWN CAR
202
 
203
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) VERSIONS
203
TOWING THE CAR
203
SCHEDULED SERVICING
206
PERIODIC CHECKS
206
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
206
SERVICE SCHEDULE (petrol /Mild Hybrid versions)
208
SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (Diesel versions)
211
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
213
CHECKING LEVELS
213
ENGINE OIL
218
HEAT ENGINE COOLANT
218
AUXILIARY BATTERY COOLING SYSTEM FLUID
218
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WASHER FLUID
219
BRAKE FLUID
219
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ACTIVATION SYSTEM OIL
219
CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
219
CAR INACTIVITY
219
CHARGING THE CONVENTIONAL BATTERY
223
WARNINGS
223
VERSIONS WITHOUT START&STOP SYSTEM
223
VERSIONS WITH THE START&STOP SYSTEM AND MILD HYBRID
223
SERVICING PROCEDURES
224
ENGINE OIL
224
ENGINE OIL FILTER
224
AIR CLEANER
224
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
224
DIESEL FILTER (Diesel versions)
224
LUBRICATING MOVING PARTS OF THE BODYWORK
224
WINDSCREEN WIPER/REAR WINDOW WIPER
224
EXHAUST SYSTEM
226
COOLING SYSTEM
226
BRAKING SYSTEM
226
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
227
DUAL CLUTCH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / ELECTRIFIED DUAL CLUTCH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
227
REPLACING THE BATTERY
227
LIFTING THE VEHICLE
228
WHEELS AND TYRES
229
SAFETY INFORMATION
229
GENERAL INFORMATION
229
RIMS AND WHEELS
229
SNOW CHAINS
229
SUGGESTIONS ABOUT THE ROTATION OF THE TYRES
230
CAR INACTIVITY
230
BODYWORK
231
BODY AND UNDERBODY WARRANTY
231
PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
231
ENGINE COMPARTMENT WASHING
232
UNDERBODY WASHING
232
PAINTING
232
INTERIOR
233
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
233
LEATHER SEATS
233
PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS
233
LEATHER AND SOFT TOUCH PARTS
233
IDENTIFICATION DATA
236
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
236
CHASSIS MARKING
236
MOTOR MARKING
236
ENGINE
237
 
238
 
239
HYBRID SYSTEM BATTERY
241
INTAKE SYSTEM
242
TRANSMISSION
243
WHEELS
244
RIMS AND WHEELS
244
CORRECT READING OF THE TYRE
244
CORRECT READING OF THE RIM CODE
244
SNOW TYRES
245
RIM PROTECTOR TYRES
245
RIMS AND TYRES PROVIDED
246
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
247
DIMENSIONS
248
WEIGHTS AND LOADS
249
TOWABLE WEIGHTS (kg)
250
REFILLING
251
 
252
 
253
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
254
PERFORMANCE
258
FUEL CONSUMPTION - CO2 EMISSIONS
259
TIPS, CONTROLS AND GENERAL INFO
262
ROAD SAFETY
262
RECEPTION CONDITIONS
262
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
262
MULTIMEDIA DEVICES
262
ANTI-THEFT PROTECTION
262
WARNINGS
263
Uconnect™ 7 HD / Uconnect™ 7 HD Nav
264
 
266
 
267
 
268
 
269
SWITCHING THE SYSTEM ON/OFF
270
TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTION
270
RADIO MODE
270
MEDIA MODE
270
Bluetooth® SOURCE
271
PAIRING A Bluetooth® AUDIO DEVICE
271
USB SOURCE
271
PHONE MODE
272
Apple CarPlay AND Android Auto
274
HYBRID SYSTEM SCREENS (Mild Hybrid versions)
276
SETTINGS
278
NAVIGATION
278
VOICE COMMANDS
279
MOPAR® CONNECT
280
SERVICES
280
PRIVACY MODE
281
OFFICIAL TYPE APPROVALS
281
A
291
B
291
C
291
D
291
E
291
F
292
G
292
H
292
I
292
J
292
K
292
L
292
M
292
N
293
O
293
P
293
R
293
S
293
T
294
U
294
W
294

2025 Fiat 500x Overview

Owner's Manual

The owner’s manual for the 2025 Fiat 500X is a companion document designed to help owners operate and maintain their vehicle safely. It explains dashboard indicators, routine service intervals, tire care, fluid specifications and driving practices. The manual guides proper use of driver aids, infotainment and climate controls, and details emergency procedures and safety precautions. Regular reference helps preserve performance, warranty coverage and resale value.

Introduction

The 2025 Fiat 500X blends Italian styling with practical crossover versatility, updated with refined materials and modern tech. Its compact footprint and elevated seating deliver urban agility and confident highway manners, while tuning prioritizes comfort and composure. Designers balanced nostalgic cues with fresh details, offering expressive colorways and premium finishes. The cabin emphasizes ergonomics and connectivity, making the 500X a stylish, approachable choice for drivers seeking personality without sacrificing daily usability.

Powertrains

Multiple powertrain options for the 2025 500X balance efficiency and responsiveness. A turbocharged three-cylinder provides lively low-end torque and fuel economy for city owners, while a larger four-cylinder enhances highway overtaking and towing confidence. All versions have updated transmissions and selectable drive modes to tune throttle and traction. Emissions controls and start-stop systems help reduce consumption without compromising the car’s character.

Trims

Trim levels for the 500X are structured to suit different priorities, from value-driven essentials to near-luxury appointments. Base trims emphasize comfort, safety, and convenience with features such as cloth seating and driver-assist bundles. Mid-level variants add premium upholstery, larger infotainment screens, and upgraded audio. Top-tier editions introduce distinctive exterior accents, alloy wheel designs, panoramic roofs, and enhanced safety technology. Each trim is calibrated to offer a coherent package so buyers can match looks and equipment to budget.

Features

The 2025 500X features a contemporary tech suite including smartphone integration, voice controls, and customizable driver displays. Practical storage solutions and flexible rear seating support everyday cargo needs. Active safety systems like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, and adaptive cruise support driver confidence on crowded streets and open roads. Comfort highlights include dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, and ambient lighting. Thoughtful detailing and quality materials elevate the driving experience while keeping ownership pragmatic and affordable.

User manual download

The Fiat 500x owner manual for the 2025 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2025 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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