The 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth is a fun little number that has playful styling and stands out in a crowded field of subcompacts. It performs well but its reliability could be better. So to keep this car running in tip-top shape, you’ll need to know its engine oil capacity.

Owning any vehicle can come with costly car insurance, repairs, and maintenance expenses. But if you own a 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth, you can reduce those costs by changing your oil at home. Before you do, refer to your owner’s manual to ensure you are using the right type of oil.

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2015 Fiat 500 Abarth engine oil capacity

First, the answer to the question of the hour: how much oil does a 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth need? The Abarth’s 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine can hold 4 quarts of oil or 3.7 liters.

It’s important to note your engine’s displacement (or cylinder volume) should not be confused with your oil capacity, which is the amount of oil your engine needs to run optimally. Displacement is different—the two numbers are not the same.

What kind of oil does a 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth need?

Let’s discuss the type of oil you will need to complete an oil change yourself. Since not all engine oils are the same, don’t buy the first thing you see on the shelf.

Fiat recommends 5W-30 fully synthetic oil for the regular 1.4L engine and 5W-40 for the 1.4L turbo engine. Try to stick to the manufacturer’s recommendation for best performance.

But what does that code even mean? Well, the digits represent the oil’s viscosity or thickness. The W stands for winter. The 6 tells us this oil is on the thinner side. The 30 means it’s remains relatively thin when temperatures are high.

To put it all together, the lower the first number, the better the oil is in the winter. While this oil’s code indicates it doesn’t perform as well in the cold, it is still the oil Fiat recommends—and we’re confident there is a reason for it.

To follow the manufacturer’s instructions to the letter, use what the experts recommend

for Fiats

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How often to change the oil on a 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth

Congratulations! You know all there is to know about your 2015 Fiat 500 Abarth oil capacity and type. Now let’s get down to

changing your oil

Fiat recommends changing your oil every 8,000 miles if you are using full synthetic. It may seem like a long time, but synthetic oils last longer (score!). You might even be able to reach the 10,000-mile mark before a change.

To ensure you are changing your oil at the right interval, check your oil level on a regular basis—like once a month or every other time you get gas.

Here are some signs your oil needs to be changed:

Dirty oil is dark in color (brown or black). Conversely, clean oil is light, like a cup of weak tea.

Dirty oil feels gritty if you run it between your fingers.

Loud noises

coming from your engine that you haven't heard before.

Smells that resemble smoke or burning are signs something is wrong.

Changes in how your vehicle performs can be caused by old oil.

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How to change your oil and oil filter

When it’s time to change the oil, you need the right stuff to do it. This includes a socket wrench, drain pan, and filter wrench. You’ll also need a replacement filter and 4 quarts of 5W-30 (or 5W-40) fully synthetic oil.

Run the engine to warm up the oil before you start. Once it reaches a normal operating temperature, turn off the engine and open the hood.

Here are the next steps:

Take off the oil fill cap

Slide below the car and remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the engine, then drain the old oil into the pan

Take off the old filter while the oil drains

Install the new filter

Replace the oil drain bolt using a new washer and tighten it to 29 lb-ft

Refill the engine with your new oil and replace the fill cap

You can use a dipstick to make sure your oil levels are good. After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary.

Once that’s done, turn the car on and let it run to see if there are any leaks. If you’ve done everything properly, the dashboard’s oil light should turn off.

Finally, place the dirty oil in a sealed container and recycle it at a local recycling center. You cannot put old oil in the regular trash.

Don’t forget regular insurance policy maintenance

That’s it! You’re on your way to changing your own oil on your 2005 Fiat 500 Abarth, which will surely save you

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