2012–2019 Fiat 500
By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026
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Quick answer: Engine Oil & Filter Change on a 2012–2019 Fiat 500 is rated Moderate and takes about 30-60 minutes. You'll need 3 tools for this job, and parts cost about $57. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil (5W-30) | — | $45.00 | |
| Correct engine oil filter and drain-plug washer for 2012-2019 Fiat 500 | — | $12.00 |
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Follow these steps carefully
1.4L MultiAir takes 4.0 quarts of 5W-30. Cartridge element with fresh O-ring, drain pan, funnel, 27mm socket for the filter cap. Park level, brake set; raise the front on stands or ramps — never the jack alone.
Idle two to three minutes, then shut it off. Twist off the oil filler cap and lift the dipstick slightly to vent the crankcase. Slide the drain pan under the oil pan and spread cardboard for drips.
Spin the drain plug out by hand. Unscrew the cartridge cap with the 27mm socket. Swap the cartridge and O-ring, oiled. Drain to a drip; thread the plug in by hand and snug it firmly.
I seat that O-ring in its groove with a light film of oil and check it with my finger. A pinched O-ring on the MultiAir weeps slowly, and I've chased that drip for weeks before.
Set a funnel in the Fiat 500's filler neck and pour in 4.0 quarts of full-synthetic 5W-30. Pour slowly and watch the markings as you go — it is easier to add a final half-quart than to drain an overfill.
Idle a full minute watching for leaks, then shut off and wait two minutes. Dipstick: wipe, reseat, read — top up if below full. Reset the service reminder. Recycle the used oil at any auto-parts store.
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
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