Fiat 500X2017, User Manual

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WARNING!
• Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle
.
Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change suspension di-
mensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to steering, handling,
and braking of your vehicle
.
This can cause unpredictable handling and stress to
steering and suspension components . You could lose control and have a collision
resulting in serious injury or death . Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load
ratings approved for your vehicle
.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or capacity, other than what was origi-
nally equipped on your vehicle
.
Using a tire with a smaller load index could result
in tire overloading and failure
.
You could lose control and have a collision
.
• Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having adequate speed capability can result
in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control
.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer
and odometer readings
.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be
cleaned regularly using mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster and to
prevent corrosion
.
Wash wheels with the same soap solution recommended for the body
of the vehicle .
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium
chloride, calcium chloride, etc
.
, and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control dust
on dirt roads . Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap to wipe away promptly . Do not
use harsh chemicals or a stiff brush . They can damage the wheel’s protective coating that
helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing .
NOTE:
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners contain strong acids or strong alkaline additives that can
harm the wheel surface
.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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