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  • Page 1 FIAT 500L 2 0 1 4 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & WARNING! Corporate Communication S.p.A., used under license by Chrysler Group LLC.
  • Page 3: Introduction 3

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..7 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....5 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION maintaining its validity Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be as- • the range of additional services available to FIAT sured that it represents precision workmanship, distinc- tive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are Group Automobiles customers traditional to our vehicles.
  • Page 7: How To Use This Manual

    INTRODUCTION 5 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the this Owner’s Manual:...
  • Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 9: Vehicle Identification Number

    INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
  • Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations

    8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
  • Page 11 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Central Lock/Unlock (Switch Safe Lock Device) — A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .12 If Equipped ......16 ▫...
  • Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If DOOR LOCKS ......20 Equipped .
  • Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 ▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ..79 Vehicle ......81 SAFETY TIPS .
  • Page 14: A Word About Your Keys

    12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho- The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key transmitter with an integrated key.
  • Page 15: Sentry Key

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 The ignition switch is fitted with a safety system that SENTRY KEY® requires the ignition key to be turned back to STOP if the The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau- engine does not start, before the starting operation can be thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
  • Page 16: Replacement Keys

    14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer CAUTION! System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an • Always remove the Sentry Key® from the vehicle authorized studio. and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat- General Information tended.
  • Page 17: Vehicle Security Alarm - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED 3. The horn will sound and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash rapidly for approxi- The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors mately 16 seconds.
  • Page 18: To Disarm The System

    16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the Vehicle Security Alarm sounds the horn a second the alarm will sound. If this occurs, press the UNLOCK time even when all doors, hood and liftgate are correctly button on the RKE transmitter to disarm the Vehicle closed, a fault has occurred in the operation of the Security Alarm.
  • Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 The direction indicators flash three times and the LED above the button flashes to indicate that the Safe Lock device has been activated. If one or more of the doors are not closed correctly, the Safe Lock device will not acti- vate, preventing a person from getting stuck inside the passenger compartment by entering the car through, and then closing, the open door.
  • Page 20: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)

    18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m) To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate using a hand-held Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE...
  • Page 21: Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control To replace the battery, proceed as follows: • press button A fig. 16 and open the metal insert B; • turn the screw C to Unlock using a fine bit screw- driver;...
  • Page 22: Request For Additional Remote Controls

    20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Request For Additional Remote Controls If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: The system can recognize up to 8 remote controls. Should a new remote control be necessary, go to an authorized 1.
  • Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 • LED OFF: doors unlocked. Pressing the central Once the doors have been locked with the RKE transmit- LOCK/UNLOCK button once will lock all doors. The ter, it will no longer be possible to unlock them by LED will switch on once the doors are locked.
  • Page 24 22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is • Do not leave children or animals inside parked dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may others could be seriously or fatally injured.
  • Page 25: Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors It is possible locking the vehicle through the RKE, internal button or external key pawl, also if one or more To provide a safer environment for small children riding doors are open.
  • Page 26: Power Windows

    24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE will operate only when the ignition switch is in the WARNING! ON/RUN position. Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged (locked).
  • Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 NOTE: The power window switches will remain active Auto-Down for up to three minutes after the ignition switch is cycled The window switches have an Auto-Down feature. Press to the OFF position. Opening either front door will cancel the window switch for approximately one second, re- this feature.
  • Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Resetting The Auto Up Feature • If the window runs into any obstacle during auto- Should the Auto Up feature stop working, the window probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up: closure, it will reverse direction and then go back down.
  • Page 29: Liftgate

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 Wind Buffeting WARNING! Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your ears.
  • Page 30: Liftgate Emergency Release

    28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Liftgate Emergency Release As a security measure, a Liftgate Emergency Release is built into the liftgate latching mechanism. To access the Liftgate Emergency Release proceed as follows: 1. Remove the rear headrests and fold down the seats completely 2.
  • Page 31: Occupant Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 • Advanced Front Air Bags for driver and front passen- • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) for the driver and passengers seated next to a window •...
  • Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Please pay close attention to the information in this WARNING! section. It tells you how to use your restraint system • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.
  • Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 You should read the instructions provided with your WARNING! child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and severe injuries in a collision.
  • Page 34: Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions

    32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even WARNING! (Continued) on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer and cause a collision that includes you.
  • Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”...
  • Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the protect you properly.
  • Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your WARNING! abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of up on the shoulder belt.
  • Page 38: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

    36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- anchor point.
  • Page 39: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 additional information, refer to “Installing Child Re- out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- straints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the Restraints”...
  • Page 40: Energy Management Feature

    38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until WARNING! the entire belt is extracted. • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Retractor hear a clicking sound.
  • Page 41: Seat Belt Pretensioners

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 Seat Belt Pretensioners Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert®) The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with dual pretensioning devices that are de- BeltAlert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and signed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of front passenger (if equipped with front passenger a collision.
  • Page 42: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women

    BeltAlert® can be enabled or disabled by your autho- rized studio. FIAT Group Automobiles does not recom- mend deactivating BeltAlert®. BeltAlert® can also be enabled through the “Electronic Vehicle Information Cen- ter (EVIC) Setup Menu”.
  • Page 43: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to allow the across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. air bags to have different inflation levels based on several Keep the belt low so that it does not come across the factors, including the severity and type of collision.
  • Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB). The SAB are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats. Advanced Passenger Air Bag NOTE: •...
  • Page 45: Advanced Front Air Bag Features

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 • After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) authorized studio immediately. • Front and Side Impact Sensors Air Bag System Components •...
  • Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) provide • No objects should be placed over or near the air enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a bag on the instrument panel, because any such side impact.
  • Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
  • Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABIC) may offer side-impact protection to front and rear seat outboard occupants in addition to that provided by the body structure.
  • Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag WARNING! The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right enhanced protection and works together with the Driver SABIC, do not stack luggage or other cargo up high Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
  • Page 50: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls

    48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Knee Impact Bolsters ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags, Supplemen- tal Driver Side Knee Air Bag, Supplemental Side Air Bag The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), Supplemental Seat-Mounted driver and front passenger, and position the front occu- Side Air Bags (SAB), and front seat belt pretensioners, as pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front...
  • Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 hand, depending on the type and location of impact, ON/RUN or START position. If the key is in the OFF/ Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes with LOCK position, or not in the ignition, the air bag system little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe is not on and the air bags will not inflate.
  • Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE noted that could affect the air bag system. The diagnos- quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the tics also record the nature of the malfunction. Advanced Front Air Bags. Different air bag inflation rates are possible, based on several factors, including the WARNING! collision type and severity.
  • Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 requiring the Advanced Front Air Bags, it signals the triggered, releasing a large quantity of non-toxic gas. The inflator units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is gener- inflating SAB exits through the seat seam into the space ated to inflate the Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air between the occupant and the door.
  • Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and Enhanced Accident Response System covers the window. The air bag inflates in about 30 In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if milliseconds (about one-quarter of the time that it takes the communication network remains intact, and the to blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you...
  • Page 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine System Reset Procedure compartment and on the ground near the engine com- After an impact causing air bag deployment, the left and partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and right turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel starting the engine.
  • Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Customer Action Customer Will See 1. Turn ignition OFF. (Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State). 2. Turn ignition ON. Left Turn Light is OFF. Right Turn Light BLINKS. 3. Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON. Right Turn Light is ON SOLID.
  • Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 If a reset procedure step is not completed within 45 floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. seconds, then the turn signal lights will turn off and the They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. reset procedure must be performed again in order to be However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a successful.
  • Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! WARNING! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, • Modifications to any part of the air bag system seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retrac- could cause it to fail when you need it.
  • Page 59 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Air Bag Warning Light WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag You will want to have the air bags ready to system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may inflate for your protection in a collision.
  • Page 60: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint were buckled/fastened; Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may •...
  • Page 61: Child Restraints

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, WARNING! such as law enforcement, that have the special equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a vehicle or the EDR.
  • Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE There are different sizes and types of restraints for NOTE: children from newborn size to the child almost large • For additional information, refer enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK.
  • Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Tod- Children who are two years old or Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible dlers younger and who have not reached the Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear...
  • Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints WARNING! Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- • Never place a rear facing infant seat in front of an facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until air bag.
  • Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant allowed by the child seat.
  • Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle.
  • Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Combined LATCH – Weight of the LATCH – Restraint Type Lower Anchors Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Seat Belt Only + Top Tether...
  • Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
  • Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
  • Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
  • Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
  • Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE LATCH Anchorages Locating The LATCH Anchorages In addition, there are tether strap anchors lo- cated behind each rear seatback, near to the floor.
  • Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage. Center Seat LATCH — Second Row 60/40 Do not install a child restraint in the center position using the LATCH system.
  • Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Install A LATCH-compatible Child Restraint move it to its rear-most position to make room for the child seat. You may also move the front seat forward 1. If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- to allow more room for the car seat.
  • Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 7. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt them.
  • Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat child restraint’s belt path. Please see the following Belt table(s) and the following sections for more information about both types of seat belts. The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch plate or both.
  • Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the “click.” seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 4.
  • Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE better fit. If the rear seat can be moved forward and the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether rearward in the vehicle, you may wish to move it to its strap.
  • Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 facing out, away from the child restraint. Repeat steps 4 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path to 6, above, to complete the installation of the child for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If restraint.
  • Page 80: Transporting Pets

    78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to WARNING! the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child.
  • Page 81: Engine Break-In Recommendations

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. in the engine or damage may result. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
  • Page 82: Safety Tips

    80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY TIPS Exhaust Gas Transporting Passengers WARNING! NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon AREA. monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. WARNING! Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you.
  • Page 83: Vehicle

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The WARNING! (Continued) Vehicle • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the Seat Belts engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
  • Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE studio. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while WARNING! driving, have the system checked by an authorized studio. Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- Defroster sonal injury.
  • Page 85: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside WARNING! (Continued) The Vehicle • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Tires properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear •...
  • Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lights Fluid Leaks Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if panel.
  • Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ REAR SEATS ......99 MIRRORS ......89 ▫...
  • Page 88 86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Turn Signals ......110 ▫ To Resume Speed .....121 ▫...
  • Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 ▫ Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With POWER SUNROOF 3— IF EQUIPPED ..141 Uconnect® 6.5/6.5N ....131 ▫...
  • Page 90 88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES ....149 REAR WINDOW FEATURES ....151 ▫...
  • Page 91: Mirrors

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the wind- shield. The mirror installs on the windshield button with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no tools for mounting.
  • Page 92: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped

    90 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
  • Page 93: Conversation Mirror - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 Conversation Mirror — If Equipped There is a conversation mirror located at the top of the overhead console. Conversation Mirror Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control knob Conversation Mirror Location toward the left or right mirror positions indicated.
  • Page 94: Folding Mirrors

    92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE move. When you are finished adjusting the mirror, turn Folding Mirrors the control to the center position to prevent accidentally The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to moving a mirror. pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage.
  • Page 95 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, rotate the sun visor downward and unclip it. Pull the sun visor along the “Slide-On-Rod” until the sun visor is in the desired position. Sun Visor (Driver Side Shown) Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod”...
  • Page 96: Seats

    94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Front Seats Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward.
  • Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 Seat Height Adjustment WARNING! The seat height adjustment lever is located on the out- • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. board side of the seat. Pull upward on the lever to raise Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower control which could cause a collision and serious...
  • Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Recliner Adjustment The recline lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. To recline the seat, lean forward slightly, lift the lever, lean back to the desired position and release the lever.
  • Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and you could be injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Heated Seats — If Equipped On some models, the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. The controls for the front heated seats are located on the outer side of the seat.
  • Page 101: Rear Seats

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 REAR SEATS WARNING! Rear Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, the floor.
  • Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the Reclining Rear Seats seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the The recliner handle is located on the outside of the seat desired position is reached.
  • Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Fold And Tumble Rear Seat NOTE: •...
  • Page 104 102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Fold the seatback forward. Seatback Recline Lever 4. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. Seatback Folded 3. Locate the seatback recline lever on the outboard side of the seat and lift upward on the lever.
  • Page 105 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Rear Armrest — If equipped To use the armrest, lower it downward. Folding Rear Seat 5. Slowly flip the entire seat rearward and firmly lock the seat into position. 6. Raise the rear seatback and firmly lock the seatback Folding Rear Seat Armrest into position.
  • Page 106: Head Restraints

    104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- pying a seat. Head restraints should never be ad- justed while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.
  • Page 107 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 position which can be done by pulling upward on the head restraint. Adjustment Button Rear Head Restraints — If Equipped The rear seats are equipped with adjustable head re- straints, the outboard head restraints have two adjustable positions and the center head restraint can be stowed when the seat is not in use.
  • Page 108: Opening And Closing The Hood

    106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraints, pull upward on the head WARNING! restraint. To lower the head restraints, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- downward on the head restraint.
  • Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 Hood Release Lever Safety Catch Lever 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the red safety catch lever to the left and raise the hood. The safety catch lever is located under the center front edge of the hood.
  • Page 110: Lights

    108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS CAUTION! Multifunction Lever To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, mately 6 in (15 cm), and then drop it.
  • Page 111: Headlights

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 Multifunction Lever Headlight Operation Headlights NOTE: When the headlights are turned on, the Daytime Running Lights will be deactivated. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever up- Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped ward to the first detent for headlight operation.
  • Page 112: High Beams

    110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The low beams and side/tail lights will not be on Parking Lights with DRL. The DRL function can be turned on or off using the To turn on the parking lights, remove the key display menus.
  • Page 113: Lane Change Assist

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 Lane Change Assist Deactivation Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash five and hold it for more than two seconds.
  • Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Using the switch on the bottom of the overhead console, press the switch to the on/right position from its center position and the lights are always on. Off/Left Position Leave the switch in the center position, and the lights are turned on and off when the doors are opened or closed.
  • Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Center Position Map/Reading Light Switches The switches on the left and right sides of the overhead CAUTION! console controls the map or reading function of the lights. Press the switch to the right to turn on the right light and Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the press the switch to the left to turn on the left light.
  • Page 116: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Interior Light Timing (Center Position) NOTE: The timer is deactivated when the key is moved into the ON/RUN position. There are four different modes of operation that can be activated in this position: •...
  • Page 117 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 Low Speed Push the lever downward to the second detent. The wipers will operate at low speed. High Speed Push the lever downward to the third detent. The wipers will operate at high speed. Manual High Speed/Mist Push the lever upward from the off position.
  • Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Windshield Washer Operation CAUTION! Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving steering wheel to activate the washers. The wipers will through an automatic car wash. Damage to the activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is windshield wipers may result if the wiper control released.
  • Page 119: Rear Window Wiper/Washer

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 Rear Window Wiper/Washer Activation Rotate the windshield wiper lever center ring upwards to operate the rear window wiper as follows: • In intermittent mode when the rear window wiper is not operating. • In synchronous mode (at half the speed of the rear window wiper) when the rear window wiper is oper- ating.
  • Page 120: Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

    118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Pushing the windshield wiper lever forward activates the Deactivation rear window washer. Keep the windshield wiper lever The function stops when the windshield wiper lever is pushed for more than half a second to activate the rear released.
  • Page 121: Electronic Speed Control

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 column in position, push the control handle up until fully engaged. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
  • Page 122: To Activate

    120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- right side of the steering wheel. tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time.
  • Page 123: To Set A Desired Speed

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 To Deactivate WARNING! A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC button, Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
  • Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The speed denomination shown is dependant on the To Decrease Speed speed of English or Metric: When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- crease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. English Speed (mph) •...
  • Page 125: To Accelerate For Passing

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 • If the button is continually pressed, the set speed will WARNING! continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established. Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed.
  • Page 126: Rear Park Assist Sensors

    124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the If several obstacles are detected, the Rear Park Assist transmission is placed into REVERSE. As the distance system indicates the nearest obstacle. from an obstacle behind the vehicle decreases, the au- The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corre- dible alert becomes more frequent.
  • Page 127 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present Audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) • Sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the within the sensors’...
  • Page 128: Failure Indications

    126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Failure Indications Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System A malfunction of the Rear Park Assist sensors or system Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water, car wash is indicated, during REVERSE gear engagement, by the soap and a soft cloth.
  • Page 129 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 • Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors regularly, taking CAUTION! care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must • Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris.
  • Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using ParkSense®, it is strongly recom- • Drivers must be careful when backing up even mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assem- when using ParkSense®. Always check carefully bly is disconnected from the vehicle when the behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure vehicle is not used for towing.
  • Page 131: Parkview® Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear EQUIPPED camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio screen appears again. Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the width image of the rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever...
  • Page 132 130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView® should only Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView® Rear Back Up Camera. Always be used as a parking aid. The ParkView® camera is check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to unable to view every obstacle or object in your check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-...
  • Page 133: Turning Parkview® On Or Off - With Uconnect® 5.0

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Turning ParkView® On Or Off — With Uconnect® 4. Press the “Parkview Backup camera” soft-key to turn the ParkView® system ON or OFF. 1. Turn the Radio on. NOTE: A check mark will appear in the selection box to indicate the system is turned ON.
  • Page 134: Garage Door Opener - If Equipped

    132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE taken back to their last Radio state. If camera delay is off, the user will be taken directly to their last Radio state once in Drive. When the vehicle is in Drive and the vehicle speed reaches between 9 mph (15 km/h) to 11 mph (18 km/h) the camera images will remain on the screen overlapping the text Max speed reached”...
  • Page 135: Before You Begin Programming Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Before You Begin Programming HomeLink® NOTE: • Erasing all channels should only be performed when Be sure that your vehicle is parked outside of the garage before you begin programming. programming HomeLink® for the first time. Do not erase channels when programming additional buttons.
  • Page 136: Programming A Rolling Code

    134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Programming A Rolling Code For programming garage door openers that were manu- factured after 1995. These garage door openers can be identified by the “LEARN” or “TRAIN” button located where the hanging antenna is attached to the garage door opener.
  • Page 137 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAIN- away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- ING” button. On some garage door openers/devices gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
  • Page 138: Programming A Non-Rolling Code

    136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reprogramming A Single HomeLink® Button 2. Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to 3 in (3 to 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- To reprogram a channel that has been previously trained, gram while keeping the HomeLink®...
  • Page 139: Canadian/Gate Operator Programming

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 • To program the remaining two HomeLink® buttons, Canadian/Gate Operator Programming repeat each step for each remaining button. DO NOT For programming transmitters in Canada/United States erase the channels. that require the transmitter signals to “time-out” after several seconds of transmission.
  • Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 3. Continue to press and hold the HomeLink® button, If you unplugged the garage door opener/device for while you press and release (“cycle”), your hand-held programming, plug it back in at this time. transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink®...
  • Page 141: Using Homelink

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 Using HomeLink® The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver is disabled when the Vehicle Security Alarm is active. To operate, switch the ignition to the ON/RUN position and the press and release the programmed HomeLink® Troubleshooting Tips button.
  • Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Did you unplug the device for programming and WARNING! remember to plug it back in? Your motorized door or gate will open and close If you have any problems, or require assistance, please while you are programming the universal trans- call toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at ceiver.
  • Page 143: General Information

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 • The term IC before the certification/registration num- General Information ber only signifies that Industry Canada technical speci- This device complies with FCC rules Part 15 and Industry fications were met. Canada RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: POWER SUNROOF —...
  • Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE The power sunroof and power sun blind switches are WARNING! located in the overhead console. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children.
  • Page 145: To Open

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 To Open windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur- Pull the power sunroof switch for approximately one rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position.
  • Page 146: Power Outlets

    144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER OUTLETS Passenger compartment power socket The power outlet is located on the central tunnel, in front of the shift lever, between the two cupholders. It only operates with the ignition key at MAR/ON. On models with optional smoker’s kit , the cigar lighter takes the place of the power socket (see Cigar lighter paragraph).
  • Page 147: Cigar Lighter - If Equipped

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED This is located on the central tunnel, next to the hand- brake lever. To activate the cigar lighter, press button A. After a few seconds the button automatically returns to its initial position, and the cigar lighter is ready for use.
  • Page 148: Cupholders

    146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • Always check that the cigar lighter is switched off. • Do not connect devices with power higher than 180 W to the socket. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable adaptors. CUPHOLDERS For the driver and front passenger, cupholders are lo- cated on the floor console between the front seats.
  • Page 149: Storage

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 instrument panel. Pull outward on the glove compart- ment door latch to open either glove compartment. Push the upper glove compartment door down to close it and the lower glove compartment door upward to close it. Rear Cupholder STORAGE Glove Compartment...
  • Page 150: Front Center Armrest Storage - If Equipped

    148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Glove Compartment Storage Armrest Upper Release Latch Front Center Armrest Storage — If Equipped Lift upward on the armrest to gain access to the storage area. The front center armrest contains a storage compartment. To open the storage compartment push in the upper The front center armrest can also be lifted up and release latch on the front of the armrest.
  • Page 151: Cargo Area Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Push down the release button, located at the outboard top of the seatback and move the seatback to its folded- down position to provide a flat load floor cargo area. When returning the seatback to its upright position, push rearward until the seatback is properly latched.
  • Page 152: Rear Cargo Storage Features

    150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR CARGO STORAGE FEATURES The rear cargo area is equipped with two storage bins located on the both sides of the cargo area along with two The rear cargo area has a upper shelf which allows for cargo hooks.
  • Page 153: Rear Window Features

    UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 151 REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: The rear window defroster button is located with • Use care when washing the inside of the rear the climate controls on the instrument panel.
  • Page 154: Roof Luggage Rack-If Equipped

    152 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ROOF LUGGAGE RACK-IF EQUIPPED The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The load must not exceed 110 lbs (50 kg), and should be uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
  • Page 155 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 153 Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack crossbars. WARNING! The roof rack does not increase the total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of cargo Cargo must be securely tied before driving your inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack does not vehicle.
  • Page 157: Understanding Your Instrument Panel

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS ▫ Trip Computer ..... . .174 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..157 ▫...
  • Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS ..186 CLIMATE CONTROLS ....188 ▫ Radio Operation ..... .187 ▫...
  • Page 159: Instrument Panel Features

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Side Vent 7 — Fixed Upper Air Vent 13 — Climate Controls 2 — Radio Controls Behind The Steering 8 — Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag 14 — USB Port/SD Card/AUX Socket Wheel 3 —...
  • Page 160: Instrument Cluster

    158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
  • Page 161: Instrument Cluster Descriptions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 4. Electronic Stability Control OFF (ESC OFF) Indicator Light 1. Speedometer This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- The Speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per trol system (ESC) has been turned off by the hour (mph) and/or kilometers per hour (km/h).
  • Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light starts to The light will remain on until the cause is corrected. flash as soon as the ESC system or TCS system become If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- active.
  • Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is 9. Fuel Gauge detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light When the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, the inspected by an authorized studio.
  • Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- WARNING! ture when driving in hot weather, or up mountain grades. It should not be allowed to exceed the upper A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or limits of the normal operating range.
  • Page 165 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 service. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “What To 15. Generic Warning Light Do In Emergencies” for further information. The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if 13. High Beam Indicator any of the following conditions occur: Oil Change Request, Engine Oil Pressure Sensor This light indicates that the headlights are on high Failure, External Light Failure, Fuel Cut-Off...
  • Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 17. Seat Belt Reminder Light 19. Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD) Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ The Passenger Air Bag Disable (PAD) Indicator Light tells RUN, this light will turn on if the driver’s seat belt the driver and front passenger when the front passenger is unbuckled, a chime will sound.
  • Page 167 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 21. Vehicle Security Light bulb does not come on when turning the key from OFF/LOCK to ON/RUN, have the condition checked If during starting, the key code is not correctly promptly. recognized, the Vehicle Security Light comes Certain conditions, such as poor fuel quality, etc., may on in the instrument panel.
  • Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should WARNING! determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been operating conditions.
  • Page 169 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS CAUTION! malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is The TPMS has been optimized for the original combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL seconds. An externally powered electric engine block then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must heater is available as optional equipment or from your be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was authorized studio.
  • Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 27. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light 28. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light This light informs you of a problem with the This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a (ABS). The light will turn on when the ignition problem is detected, the light will come on switch is turned to the ON/RUN position and while the engine is running.
  • Page 172: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    The EVIC consists of the following: to the OFF position and back to ON/RUN. If the warning • System Status light stays on, contact your authorized Fiat Studio. • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays If the warning light switches on while driving you may not have steering assistance.
  • Page 173: Evic Control Buttons

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 • Date or trip distance display in miles or kilometers Press the UP button to scroll upward through the displayed menu and the related options or to increase the • Outside temperature displayed value. • Gear Indicator Press the DOWN button to scroll downward through •...
  • Page 174: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Setup Menu

    172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Exit Menu Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup Menu • Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without Submenu The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle. The menu includes the following functions: Briefly press the MENU button to select the main menu •...
  • Page 175: Change Engine Oil Indicator System

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Briefly press the MENU button to select the displayed Unless reset, this message will continue to display each submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu. time you turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position.
  • Page 176: Trip Computer

    174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Trip Computer The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster. It features a driver-interactive display (displays informa- tion such as; trip information, range, fuel consumption, average speed and travel time). Trip Button The TRIP button, located on the right steering column stalk, can be used to display and to reset the previously described values.
  • Page 177: Trip Functions

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 New Trip Start Of Trip Procedure To reset: With the ignition on, press and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset. • Press and hold the TRIP button to reset the system manually.
  • Page 178: Values Displayed

    176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Average consumption Values Displayed • Instant consumption A Range • Average speed A This indicates the distance which may be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving • Travel time A (driving time). conditions will not change.
  • Page 179: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 Average Consumption Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) This value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset. Dimmer Instant Consumption The EVIC display is provided with a light sensor capable of detecting environmental light conditions and adjust- This indicates the fuel consumption.
  • Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu speed. Pressing the UP or DOWN buttons screen or press and hold the MENU (approximately selects the speed limit. Press MENU to confirm selec- one second) to go back to the main screen without tion.
  • Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 2. Press the DOWN button. “Off” will flash on the 3. Briefly press the MENU button to go back to the menu display. screen, or press and hold the MENU button (approxi- mately one second) to go back to the main screen. 3.
  • Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Set Date NOTE: The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the UP or DOWN button is pressed. This function may be used to set the date (day - month - Press and hold the UP or DOWN button to year).
  • Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 1. Briefly press the MENU button “On” or “Off” will 2. Press the UP or DOWN button to navigate the flash on the display (according to the previous set- three sub-menus. ting). 3. Select the required sub-menu and then briefly press 2.
  • Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the distance unit set is “km,” the fuel economy unit will press and hold the MENU button (approximately one be displayed in either km/l or l/100km. second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings.
  • Page 185 (Adjusting The Failure/Warning Buzzer Volume) (Buzzer Activation For BeltAlert® Indication) With this function the volume of the buzzer accompany- This function will only be displayed after a FIAT Group ing any failure/warning indication can be adjusted to Automobiles studio has deactivated the BeltAlert® sys- one of eight volume levels.
  • Page 186 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off: Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off: 1. Briefly press the MENU button to display the three 1. Briefly press the MENU button. “On” or “Off” will sub-menus.
  • Page 187: Uconnect® Radios

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Press the button to return to the last menu option (Daylights). Uconnect® RADIOS For detailed information about your Uconnect® radio, refer to your Uconnect® supplement Manual. iPod®/USB/SD CARD/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL This feature allows an iPod® or external USB device to be plugged into the USB port or an SD Card (6.5 Only) to be plugged into the SD Card slot 1 —...
  • Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and The remote sound system controls are located on the rear mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker surface of the steering wheel.
  • Page 189: Radio Operation

    UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 Radio Operation CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch precautions: will “Seek”...
  • Page 190: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones

    188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular CLIMATE CONTROLS disc, it may be damaged (i.e., scratched, reflective coating Manual Climate Control System removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc) oversized, or have protection encoding. Try a known good disc Controls before considering disc player service.
  • Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 The Manual Climate controls consist of a series of rotary NOTE: dials, an inner push knob and two push buttons. • Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make 1. Temperature Control the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
  • Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 4. A/C Button 6. Mode Control Press this button to engage the Air Conditioning. A light Rotate this control to change the system between Modes will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is (Panel, Bi-Level, Floor, Mix, Defrost). •...
  • Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 • Mix Rear Window Defrosting Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side Press, and release the rear window defrost button to turn window demister outlets. This setting works best the function on/off. in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat The activation of the function is indicated by the rear to the windshield.
  • Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Air Recirculation Air Distribution Selection Press and release the Air Recirculation button, so that the Rotate the Mode Control knob to manually select one of LED on the button switch is on, to enter recirculation the five possible air distribution settings in the passenger mode.
  • Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Additional Electric Heater (If Equipped) The additional electric heater ensures more rapid passen- Air flow to windshield and side windows. ger compartment heating. Selecting the footwell/windshield or only windshield distribution activates the climate control system com- It activates in cold weather conditions, if the following pressor (LED on A/C button on) and the air recirculation conditions are verified:...
  • Page 196: Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control System (If Equipped)

    In winter, the climate control system must be turned on at least once a month for about 10 minutes. Controls Have the system inspected at a Fiat Studio before the summer. NOTE: The system uses R134a coolant which does not pollute the environment in the event of accidental leak- age.
  • Page 197 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 1. Driver Temperature Control 3. Rear Defrost Control Provides the driver with independent temperature con- Press and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn trol. Rotate adjustment knob to set desired temperature. ON the rear window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
  • Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 6. Blower Control indicator illuminates when this feature is ON. Perform- ing this function will cause the ATC to switch into Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air manual mode. The blower speed may increase when forced through the climate system.
  • Page 199 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 temperature setting with the driver temperature setting. The climate control system can recognize extremely cold Changing the passenger temperature setting while in (or extremely hot) conditions in the passenger compart- Sync will automatically exit this feature. ment and consequently provide optimal management of the system’s capabilities.
  • Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL All these functions can be adjusted manually by operat- The system allows the following to be set or adjusted ing the system, selecting one or more functions and manually: modifying their parameters. • driver/passenger side air temperature; Automatic control of the functions will be suspended: the •...
  • Page 201 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 NOTE: The climate control system detects the passenger During automatic operation, you can change the set compartment temperature using a mean radiant tem- temperatures, air distribution and fan speed at any time perature sensor located in the interior rear view mirror by using the relevant buttons or knobs: the system will and protected by a specific cover.
  • Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Adjusting The Air Temperature To deactivate these functions, turn the temperature knob to the desired temperature. Rotate the Driver Temperature Control, or the Passenger Temperature Control, dial clockwise or anti clockwise, to Air Distribution Selection adjust the air temperature in the front left (Driver Tem- By pressing the Mode Control buttons (Up/Down/Right perature Control) or right (Passenger Temperature Con-...
  • Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 • Down Arrow – Air flow to the front and rear footwell • Up/Right/Down Arrows – Air flow distribution to all diffusers. This air distribution setting heats the passen- diffusers on the car. ger compartment most quickly, giving a prompt sen- NOTE: Air always flows from the side dashboard diffus- sation of warmth.
  • Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To restore automatic control of the air distribution after a If the AUTO button is pressed when the AUTO LED is manual selection, press the AUTO button. on, the system switches to completely manual mode; it displays the current flow and distribution status, which AUTO Button will no longer be managed automatically.
  • Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 • forced deactivation (air recirculation always off, air To restore automatic system control after one or more manual adjustments, press the AUTO button. intake from the outside), signalled by the LED on the Recirculation Control button switching off. SYNC Button Forced activation/deactivation can be selected by press- Press the SYNC button (LED on button lit) to align the...
  • Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The system remembers that the compressor has been switched off, even after the engine has stopped. • The engagement of the recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required heating/cooling condi- When the compressor is switched off, the system deacti- tions faster.
  • Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • The fan speed can be reset manually. • switches air recirculation off; • sets maximum air temperature (HI) in both zones; With the compressor on and the engine running, manual ventilation cannot be lower than the minimum speed •...
  • Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When the function is activated, the LED on the AUTO Rear Window Defrosting button switches off. With the function activated the only Press the Rear Defrost button to activate heated rear possible manual adjustments are adjusting the fan speed window defrosting.
  • Page 209 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 Switching Off The Climate Control System Additional Heater (If Equipped) Press the On/Off button. This allows the passenger compartment to be heated more quickly in cold weather conditions. With climate control system off: The heater switches off automatically when the required •...
  • Page 211 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....213 MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED . .216 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..213 ▫...
  • Page 212 210 STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOSTICK® — IF EQUIPPED ... .238 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ..246 ▫ Operation ......238 ▫...
  • Page 213 STARTING AND OPERATING 211 ▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..259 ▫ Tire Spinning ......271 ▫...
  • Page 214 212 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ MMT In Gasoline .....284 TRAILER TOWING .....288 ▫...
  • Page 215: Starting Procedures

    STARTING AND OPERATING 213 STARTING PROCEDURES Manual Transmission — If Equipped Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both Apply the parking brake, place the shift lever in NEU- inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. TRAL, and press the clutch pedal before starting the vehicle.
  • Page 216: Cold Weather Operation

    214 STARTING AND OPERATING Turn the ignition switch to the AVV (START) position and NOTE: Use of the recommended SAE 5W-40 Synthetic oil release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start and adhering to the prescribed oil change intervals is within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the STOP important to prevent engine damage and ensure satisfac- (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat...
  • Page 217: If Engine Fails To Start

    STARTING AND OPERATING 215 4. If the engine fails to start after 8 attempts, allow the CAUTION! starter to cool for at least 10 minutes, then repeat the • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it procedure.
  • Page 218: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    216 STARTING AND OPERATING on the type of driving and the amount of cargo, the pump will run for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been shut off to circulate coolant through the turbocharger. Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet opera- tion, it is normal to hear it running during this time.
  • Page 219: Downshifting

    STARTING AND OPERATING 217 For most city driving you will find it easier to use only DOWNSHIFTING the lower gears. For steady highway driving with light Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and accelerations, sixth gear is recommended. prolong engine life. Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, or CAUTION! try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal...
  • Page 220: Automatic Transmission

    218 STARTING AND OPERATING When turning a corner, or driving up a steep grade, NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur- shifting out of PARK. dened. WARNING! AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION —...
  • Page 221 STARTING AND OPERATING 219 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
  • Page 222: Key Ignition Park Interlock

    220 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock Six-Speed Euro Twin Clutch Transmission — If Equipped This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK The transmission gear position display (located in the before the ignition switch can be turned to the full OFF instrument panel cluster) indicates the transmission gear (key removal) position.
  • Page 223 STARTING AND OPERATING 221 accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has PARK, REVERSE, NEU- TRAL, DRIVE, and AutoStick® shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick®...
  • Page 224 222 STARTING AND OPERATING transmission gear (1, 2, 3, etc.) is displayed in the When parking on a level surface, you may shift the instrument cluster. Move the shift lever to the right (into transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking the DRIVE [D] position) for access to PARK, REVERSE, brake.
  • Page 225 STARTING AND OPERATING 223 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is pedal released.
  • Page 226 224 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for anum- position to the ON/RUN position, and also press ber of reasons.
  • Page 227 STARTING AND OPERATING 225 • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever WARNING! will not move out of PARK. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the REVERSE (R) ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
  • Page 228 226 STARTING AND OPERATING • At low speeds you may hear mechanical noises similar DRIVE (D) to a manual transmission as the transmission changes This range should be used for most city and highway gears. These noises are normal and will not damage driving.
  • Page 229 STARTING AND OPERATING 227 • When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as or below. Allow the engine to idle briefly with the when operating the vehicle under heavy loading con- transmission in PARK in order to warm the fluid. ditions, in hilly terrain, or traveling into strong head Normal operation will resume once the transmission winds), use the AutoStick®...
  • Page 230 228 STARTING AND OPERATING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION GEAR NOT AVAILABLE In AutoStick® mode, the gear selected by the driver is not available due to a fault condition. See your authorized studio for diagnosis and service. SHIFT NOT ALLOWED The gear position requested by the driver is currently blocked. This oc- curs if: REVERSE is requested while moving (at 6 mph [10 km/h] or faster), if DRIVE is requested while moving backwards (at 6 mph [10 km/h] or faster), or if (in AutoStick®...
  • Page 231 STARTING AND OPERATING 229 MESSAGE DESCRIPTION AUTOMATIC MODE NOT AVAIL- The transmission is unable to shift itself automatically, due to a fault con- ABLE dition. Use the AutoStick® mode to shift the transmission manually. See your authorized studio for diagnosis and service. REDUCE GEAR CHANGES The transmission pump is overheating.
  • Page 232 230 STARTING AND OPERATING MESSAGE DESCRIPTION SERVICE SHIFTER A shift lever fault has been detected. See your authorized studio for diag- nosis and service. ENGAGE PARK BRAKE The sensor that confirms PARK engagement is not functioning properly. Engage the parking brake to ensure that the vehicle will not roll when in PARK.
  • Page 233: Six-Speed Automatic Transmission - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 231 5. Restart the engine. The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new longer detected, the transmission will return to normal vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
  • Page 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the (beside the DRIVE position). In AutoStick® mode, the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. transmission gear (1, 2, 3, etc.) is displayed in the Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when instrument cluster.
  • Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 When parking on a level surface, you may shift the WARNING! (Continued) transmission into PARK first, and then apply the parking • Your vehicle could move and injure you and others brake. if it is not completely in PARK. Check by trying to When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before move the shift lever out of PARK with the brake shifting the transmission to PARK, otherwise the load on...
  • Page 236 234 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a running.
  • Page 237 STARTING AND OPERATING 235 • Look at the transmission gear position display and CAUTION! verify that it indicates the PARK position. • Before moving the shift lever out of PARK, you • With brake pedal released, verify that the shift lever must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF will not move out of PARK.
  • Page 238 236 STARTING AND OPERATING DRIVE (D) WARNING! This range should be used for most city and highway Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down- ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe shifts, and the best fuel economy.
  • Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING 237 range of torque converter clutch engagement. This is In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission done to prevent transmission damage due to overheat- can be reset to regain all forward gears by performing the ing.
  • Page 240: Autostick® - If Equipped

    238 STARTING AND OPERATING If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized studio forward (-) triggers a downshift, and rearward (+) an service is required. upshift. The current gear is displayed in the instrument cluster. AUTOSTICK® — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: In AutoStick® mode, the transmission will only AutoStick®...
  • Page 241: Driving On Slippery Surfaces

    STARTING AND OPERATING 239 out in second or third gear can be helpful in snow or WARNING! icy conditions. To select second or third gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop, tap the shift lever rear- Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a ward (+) once or twice.
  • Page 242: Traction

    240 STARTING AND OPERATING 2. Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles. WARNING! 3. Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. become visible. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the 4.
  • Page 243: Flowing/Rising Water

    STARTING AND OPERATING 241 Flowing/Rising Water Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through WARNING! shallow standing water, consider the following Cautions and Warnings before doing so. Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
  • Page 244 242 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- (8 km/h) when driving through standing water.
  • Page 245: Electric Power Steering

    STARTING AND OPERATING 243 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING This only operates with the key turned to MAR/ON and the engine started. The steering allows the force required at the steering wheel to be adjusted to suit driving conditions. NOTE: When turning the ignition key quickly, full power steering functionality can be achieved after a few sec- onds.
  • Page 246 244 STARTING AND OPERATING When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front WARNING! (Continued) wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle or from the curb on an uphill grade.
  • Page 247: Brake System

    STARTING AND OPERATING 245 force required to slow or stop, and activation of the Brake CAUTION! Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light during brake use. If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) is indicated.
  • Page 248: Electronic Brake Control System

    246 STARTING AND OPERATING When you are in a severe braking condition involving the WARNING! use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop as • Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their the vehicle comes to a stop. This is the result of the system reverting to the base brake system.
  • Page 249: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 247 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control is released, the BAS is deactivated. under adverse braking conditions.
  • Page 250: Traction Control System (Tcs)

    248 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) the level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the driver takes his foot off the brake This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of pedal.
  • Page 251: Dynamic Steering Torque

    STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Dynamic Steering Torque WARNING! The DST function uses the integration of the ESC system There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded with the electric power steering to increase the safety vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system level of the whole car.
  • Page 252: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    250 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Control (ESC) WARNING! This system enhances directional control and stability of The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in...
  • Page 253: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light

    STARTING AND OPERATING 251 ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during accel- ESC OFF Indicator Light eration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.
  • Page 254 252 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Operating Modes “ESC OFF” button and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” will turn off. This will restore the normal The ESC system has two available operating modes. “ESC On” mode of operation. Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started the system will be in this mode.
  • Page 255: Electronic Roll Mitigation (Erm)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 253 NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) with snow chains, or when starting off in deep snow, This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the “Partial Off”...
  • Page 256: Tire Safety Information

    254 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING! Tire Markings Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi- tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance that wheel lift or rollover may occur. ERM cannot prevent all wheel lift or rollovers, especially those that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects or other vehicles.
  • Page 257 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. design standards.
  • Page 258 256 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
  • Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
  • Page 260: Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    258 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
  • Page 261: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    STARTING AND OPERATING 259 Tire Terminology And Definitions Term Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after Cold Tire Inflation Pressure the vehicle has not been driven for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a three hour period.
  • Page 262: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

    260 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. B-Pillar Location for Tire And Loading Information Placard...
  • Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4.
  • Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING Loading To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
  • Page 265 STARTING AND OPERATING 263 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
  • Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING...
  • Page 267: Tires - General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 265 Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
  • Page 268: Tire Inflation Pressures

    266 STARTING AND OPERATING stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle NOTE: to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
  • Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
  • Page 270: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation

    268 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
  • Page 271: All Season Tires - If Equipped

    STARTING AND OPERATING 269 Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and on ice. If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be additional information. aware these tires are not designed for winter or cold driving conditions. For more information, contact a au- Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have thorized studio.
  • Page 272: Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel - If Equipped

    270 STARTING AND OPERATING Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And was originally equipped with your vehicle and should Wheel — If Equipped not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and (120 km/h).
  • Page 273: Tire Spinning

    STARTING AND OPERATING 271 WARNING! CAUTION! • Temporary use spare tires are for emergency use Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take only. With these tires, do not drive more than your vehicle through an automatic car wash with the 50 mph (80 km/h).
  • Page 274: Tread Wear Indicators

    272 STARTING AND OPERATING Tread Wear Indicators WARNING! Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- to help you in determining when your tires should be ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- replaced.
  • Page 275: Life Of Tire

    STARTING AND OPERATING 273 These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread WARNING! grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
  • Page 276 274 STARTING AND OPERATING Information placard or the Vehicle Certification Label for WARNING! the size designation of your tire. The Load Index and • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than Speed Symbol for your tire will be found on the original equipment tire sidewall.
  • Page 277: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 275 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) WARNING! (Continued) Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire against damage.
  • Page 278 276 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the • Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large following precautions: bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. •...
  • Page 279: Tire Rotation Recommendations

    STARTING AND OPERATING 277 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at does not apply to some directional tires that must not be different loads and perform different steering, driving, reversed.
  • Page 280: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    278 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the sure. driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold tire pressure.
  • Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in CAUTION! order for the TPMS to receive this information. • The TPMS has been optimized for the original For example, your vehicle may have a recommended equipment tires and wheels.
  • Page 282: Base System

    280 STARTING AND OPERATING Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire CAUTION! (Continued) tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, stopping ability. always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will •...
  • Page 283 STARTING AND OPERATING 281 The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim text message will display when one or more of the four mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- active road tire pressures are low. Should this occur, you els.
  • Page 284 282 STARTING AND OPERATING Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off when the 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warn- with any of the following scenarios: ing limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light...
  • Page 285: General Information

    STARTING AND OPERATING 283 warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The FUEL REQUIREMENTS — 1.4L Turbo vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to This engine is designed to meet all emis- receive this information.
  • Page 286: Reformulated Gasoline

    284 STARTING AND OPERATING Reformulated Gasoline CAUTION! Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner Do not use gasoline containing Methanol or E-85 burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gasoline.” Ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting Reformulated gasolines contain oxygenates and are spe- and drivability problems and may damage critical cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im-...
  • Page 287: Materials Added To Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 285 vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline Fuel System Cautions without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, CAUTION! therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s the gasoline contains MMT.
  • Page 288: Carbon Monoxide Warnings

    286 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • The use of fuel additives, which are now being sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly. Most of these products contain high concentrations Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon of methanol.
  • Page 289: Adding Fuel

    STARTING AND OPERATING 287 ADDING FUEL 1. Open the fuel filler door. 2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel- ing.
  • Page 290: Trailer Towing

    288 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regula- tions and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light”...
  • Page 291: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    STARTING AND OPERATING 289 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Automatic Trans- Wheels OFF the Manual Transmis- Euro Twin Clutch mission Towing Condition Ground sion Transmission (Aisin F21-250 HD Transmission ) Flat Tow NONE Transmission in NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NEUTRAL...
  • Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- automatic or Euro Twin Clutch Transmission. Dam- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- age to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles age from improper towing is not covered under the require towing, make sure all drive wheels are OFF New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
  • Page 293 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...293 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED ......306 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
  • Page 294 292 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Euro Twin Clutch Transmission... .322 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ... . .318 ▫ Automatic Transmission ....322 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE .
  • Page 295: Hazard Warning Flashers

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 293 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the In any of the following situations, you can reduce the instrument panel below the radio. potential for overheating by taking the appropriate ac- tion.
  • Page 296: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications

    294 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS CAUTION! Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any vehicle.
  • Page 297 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 295 Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Torque Patterns After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated Wheel Mounting Surface against the wheel.
  • Page 298: Tirefit Kit - If Equipped

    296 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation WARNING! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury.
  • Page 299 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 297 Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols Push and release the Power Button (4) once to to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the TIREFIT kit.
  • Page 300: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    298 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed at the lower right hand corner on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT”...
  • Page 301 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 299 the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the WARNING! sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the discarded. vehicle closest to traffic.
  • Page 302: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit

    300 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of source. an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision immediately.
  • Page 303 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 301 ground. This will provide the best positioning of the 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the running the air pump.
  • Page 304 302 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and tire. the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 –...
  • Page 305 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 303 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) storage location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Ve- pressure within 15 minutes: hicle.” • The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive CAUTION! the vehicle further.
  • Page 306 304 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and WARNING! screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using 4.
  • Page 307 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 305 2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). Volt outlet.
  • Page 308: Jacking And Tire Changing - If Equipped

    306 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end WARNING! (Continued) of the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to its • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump).
  • Page 309: Spare Tire Removal

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 307 Spare Tire Removal 1– Tow Eye 2– Emergency Fuel Fill Funnel 3– Jack Spare Tire Location 4– Jack Handle The spare tire is stowed in underneath the rear cargo area 5– Tirefit Kit on the outside of the car. 6–...
  • Page 310: Preparations For Jacking

    308 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Remove the jack handle and use the wrench end to Preparations For Jacking lower the spare tire. 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or 3. When the spare is clear, replace the jack tools. slippery areas.
  • Page 311: Jacking Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 309 6. Block both the front and rear of the WARNING! (Continued) wheel diagonally opposite the jack- Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the ing position. For example, if chang- edge of the roadway as possible before raising the ing the right front tire, block the left vehicle.
  • Page 312 310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on lifting this vehicle during a tire change. locations other than those indicated in the Jacking If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful Instructions for this vehicle.
  • Page 313 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 311 Front Jacking Location Rear Jacking Location NOTE: There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body (as indicated by the traingular lift point symbols on the sill molding).
  • Page 314 312 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to CAUTION! the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem flange, centering the jack saddle between the locating facing outward.
  • Page 315: Spare Tire Stowage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 have them checked with a torque wrench by your WARNING! authorized dealer or at a service station. • To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, 11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire. do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.
  • Page 316: Jump-Starting Procedure

    314 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. jack wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. power tool may damage the winch.
  • Page 317: Preparations For Jump-Start

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 Preparations For Jump-Start WARNING! The battery in your vehicle is located on the drivers side • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- of the engine compartment. ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON.
  • Page 318: Jump-Starting Procedure

    316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive CAUTION! (+) battery post. To remove the cover, pull upward on the cover. Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle 4.
  • Page 319 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables cable to the disconnected negative (-) cable on the in the reverse sequence: discharged battery. Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1.
  • Page 320: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, or CAUTION! racing the engine. Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets CAUTION! draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to plugged in long enough without engine operation, transmission overheating and failure.
  • Page 321: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 CAUTION! WARNING! • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- even failure, of the axle and tires.
  • Page 322: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully separate the shift lever bezel and boot assembly from the center console. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool into the shift lever override access hole (at the right front corner of the shift lever assembly) and push and hold the override release lever down.
  • Page 323 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 Towing Condition Wheels OFF The MANUAL TRANS- EURO TWIN AUTOMATIC Ground MISSION CLUTCH TRANS- TRANSMISSION MISSION Flat Tow NONE Trans in NEUTRAL NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Front Flatbed BEST METHOD...
  • Page 324: Euro Twin Clutch Transmission

    322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off Manual Transmission the ground). • Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the If the ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL.
  • Page 325: Cap-Less Fuel Fill Funnel

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off CAP-LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL the ground). The funnel for the Cap-Less Fuel System is located on top If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is of the spare tire.
  • Page 327 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ▫ Body Lubrication .....338 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO ..327 ▫ Wiper Blades ......338 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM —...
  • Page 328 326 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Transmission — Aisin F21-250 HD ▫ Front Turn Signal, Parking And Transmission — If Equipped ... . .355 Daytime Running Lamps ....376 ▫...
  • Page 329: Engine Compartment - 1.4L Turbo

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 327 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO 1 — Air Cleaner Filter 4 — Battery 7 — Coolant Pressure Cap 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 5 — Front Distribution Unit (Fuses) 8 — Coolant Pressure Bottle 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 6 —...
  • Page 330: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii

    328 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II CAUTION! Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard • Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors further damage to the emission control system. It the performance of the emissions, engine, and Euro Twin could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
  • Page 331: Studio Service

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 329 STUDIO SERVICE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Your authorized studio has the qualified service person- The pages that follow contain the required maintenance nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service services determined by the engineers who designed your operations in an expert manner.
  • Page 332: Engine Oil

    330 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level CAUTION! (Continued) before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will that protect the performance and durability of your give you an incorrect reading.
  • Page 333 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331 Engine Oil Selection CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection for tur- Do not overfill the engine with oil. Overfilling the bocharged engines under all types of operating condi- engine with oil will cause oil aeration, which can tions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic engine lead to loss of oil pressure and an increase in oil oils that are API Certified and meet the requirements of...
  • Page 334: Engine Oil Filter

    332 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- Engine Oil Filter ment” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further informa- The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter tion. at every engine oil change. Materials Added To Engine Oil Engine Oil Filter Selection The manufacturer strongly recommends against the ad-...
  • Page 335: Maintenance-Free Battery

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 333 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- provide a measure of protection in the case of engine tenance required.
  • Page 336 334 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep • It is essential when replacing the cables on the flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use battery that the positive cable is attached to the a booster battery or any other booster source with positive post and the negative cable is attached to an output greater than 12 Volts.
  • Page 337: Air Conditioner Maintenance

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 335 Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants should be checked and serviced by an authorized studio approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- at the start of each warm season. This service should tioning system.
  • Page 338 336 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- 2. Push in on the sides of the glove compartment and ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning lower the door. service be performed by authorized studio or other 3.
  • Page 339 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 337 5. Open the air filter access door. A/C Air Filter Removal 7. Install the A/C air filter with the air filter position A/C Air Filter Access Door Open indicators pointing in the same direction as removal. 6.
  • Page 340: Body Lubrication

    338 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after lubricating CAUTION! excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular attention should also be given to hood latching compo- The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to nents to ensure proper function.
  • Page 341 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 339 Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods 2. Press the release button on the arm of the wiper blade. may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use 3. Push the wiper blade up the and remove it. washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window.
  • Page 342 340 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Install the wiper blade and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place. Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation 1. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 2.
  • Page 343: Adding Washer Fluid

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 341 Adding Washer Fluid Exhaust System The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into engine compartment, and the fluid level should be the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust checked at regular intervals.
  • Page 344 342 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! CAUTION! • Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control and can eventually poison you.
  • Page 345 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 343 Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- age: portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in damage.
  • Page 346: Cooling System

    344 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cooling System Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 WARNING! months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or • When working near the radiator cooling fan, dis- rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, connect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti-...
  • Page 347 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 345 NOTE: Some vehicles require special tools to add cool- CAUTION! ant properly. Failure to fill these systems properly could • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than lead to severe internal engine damage. If any coolant is needed to be added to the system please contact your specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- local authorized studio.
  • Page 348 346 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine Please review these recommendations for using Organic coolant (antifreeze) products.
  • Page 349 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347 (antifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water have a authorized studio drain, flush, and refill with will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the OAT coolant (conforming to MS-12106) as soon as engine cooling system. possible.
  • Page 350 348 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE rules for your community. To prevent ingestion by ani- WARNING! mals or children, do not store ethylene glycol-based • The warning words “DO NOT OPEN HOT” on the engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in puddles on the ground.
  • Page 351 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 349 • Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- coolant bottle.
  • Page 352: Brake System

    350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ONLY the correct type thermostat. Other designs may Brake Master Cylinder result in unsatisfactory engine coolant (antifreeze) The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked performance, poor gas mileage, and increased emis- when performing under hood services, or immediately if sions.
  • Page 353 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual trans- WARNING! mission, the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both • Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake the brake system and the clutch release system. The two systems are separated in the reservoir, and a leak in one fluid.
  • Page 354 352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
  • Page 355: Manual Transmission - If Equipped

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 Manual Transmission — If Equipped NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be changed immediately. Lubricant Selection Euro Twin Clutch Transmission — If Equipped Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in Selection Of Lubricant “Maintaining Your Vehicle”...
  • Page 356 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Transmission fluid is an engineered product and its tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc- performance may be impaired by supplemental addi- tion, visit your authorized studio immediately to have tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the the transmission fluid level checked.
  • Page 357: Automatic Transmission - Aisin F21-250 Hd Transmission - If Equipped

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 Maintenance Schedule. In addition, change the fluid if it CAUTION! becomes contaminated (with water, etc.), or if the trans- mission is disassembled for any reason. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Automatic Transmission —...
  • Page 358: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion

    356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as rized studio immediately. Severe transmission dam- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- age may occur. Your authorized studio has the proper nents.
  • Page 359 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 • Insects, tree sap and tar. passable in snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road surfaces during other seasons are highly • Salt in the air near seacoast localities. corrosive to the metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, •...
  • Page 360 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, CAUTION! touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials considered the responsibility of the owner. such as steel wool or scouring powder that will •...
  • Page 361 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care CAUTION! • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 362 360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt stain.
  • Page 363 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Glass Surfaces CAUTION! All glass surfaces should be cleaned on a regular basis Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Keton with MOPAR® Glass Cleaner, or any commercial based cleaning products to clean leather seats, as household-type glass cleaner.
  • Page 364 362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Bezels 2. Dry with a soft cloth. Seat Belt Maintenance CAUTION! Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
  • Page 365: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 FUSES WARNING! (Continued) • Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition WARNING! is off and that all the other services are switched off • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- and/or disengaged. •...
  • Page 366: Underhood Fuses

    364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses The ID number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the Maxi Cavity Mini Fuse...
  • Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Maxi Maxi Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 50 Amp Radiator Fan - 7.5 Amp Transmission Pow- High Speed Brown ertrain 40 Amp Blower Motor 10 Amp Powertrain Orange 7.5 Amp Transmission 5 Amp Powertrain (Multi- Brown...
  • Page 368 366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Maxi Maxi Cavity Mini Fuse Description Cavity Mini Fuse Description Fuse Fuse 7.5 Amp Stability Control 7.5 Amp Transmission Brown System Brown 5 Amp After Run Pump 15 Amp Front Power Out- Blue let 12V 70 Amp PTC (Secondary) 15 Amp Rear Power Outlet...
  • Page 369: Interior Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Interior Fuses Vehicle Fuse Mini The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Cavity Description Num- Fuse Module (BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel. Right Low Beam Brown Front and Rear Ceil- ing Lights Trunk and Brown...
  • Page 370 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicle Vehicle Fuse Mini Fuse Mini Cavity Description Cavity Description Num- Fuse Num- Fuse Diagnostic Socket, Airbag Car Radio, Climate Blue Control System, Brown TPMS, Sunroof 5 Amp Car Radio Switch, Bi-Directional Washer Climate Control Sys- tem, Stop Light, Yellow Clutch, Reverse Gear,...
  • Page 371: Rear Interior Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 Rear Interior Fuses Vehicle Fuse Mini The rear interior fuse panel is located on the driver’s side Cavity Description Num- Fuse in the rear compartment. 5 Amp Exterior Mirror, GPS, Electric Mirror, Park- ing Sensor 5 Amp Climate Control, Seat Regulation Driver Power Win-...
  • Page 372 370 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicle Vehicle Mini Mini Cavity Fuse Description Cavity Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Number Number 15 Amp Lumbar Regulation Right High Beam Blue Seats 15 Amp Heated Seats Brown Blue Left Fog Light 20 Amp Hi Fi System Brown Yellow 20 Amp...
  • Page 373: Vehicle Storage

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 VEHICLE STORAGE REPLACEMENT BULBS If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 Interior Bulbs days, you may want to take these steps to protect your battery. Bulb Number • Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Overhead Lamp Sun Visors •...
  • Page 374 372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Bulb Number Center High Mounted LED (See Authorized Front Low and High HIR2LL Stop Lamp studio) Beam Headlamp Front Fog Lamps Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Rear Fog Lamps - If W16W Front Parking/Daytime W21/5W Equipped...
  • Page 375: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps Low Beam and High Beam NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo- 1. Remove the plastic sealing cap from the back of the spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric headlamp housing by turning it counter-clockwise . conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor.
  • Page 376 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. Bulb Removal Procedure Electrical Connector Removal 3. Remove the bulb when all the tabs are aligned with the openings in the metal holder.
  • Page 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 5. Install the new bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in 6. Reinstall the plastic cap. place. Headlamp Sealing Cap Installation New Bulb Installation...
  • Page 378: Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running Lamps

    376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running Front, Rear Roof Lamps Lamps 1. Remove two screw and remove the lamp assembly. 1. Turn front wheels inboard to access upper cover in 2. Remove the socket bulb by turning counterclockwise. wheel liner.
  • Page 379: Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 5. Remove the two screws that secure the backplate to 8. Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out. the tail lamp housing. 9. Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp. 6. Separate the backplate from the tail lamp housing. Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 7.
  • Page 380: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts

    378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant - 1.4L Turbo Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
  • Page 381: Chassis

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid Euro Twin Clutch Transmission – If Equipped Use only MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
  • Page 383 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .382 ▫ Maintenance Chart ....384...
  • Page 384 382 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change inter- vals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change whichever comes first. indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for Severe Duty All Models scheduled maintenance.
  • Page 385 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 383 Required Maintenance Intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following • Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and page for the required maintenance intervals. hoses.
  • Page 386 384 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Maintenance Chart Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.
  • Page 387 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 385 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: 2 Or Kilometers: Clean and lube sun roof tracks. Replace spark plugs. ** Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary.
  • Page 388 386 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
  • Page 389 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ....388 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ... .392 ▫ FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER ....389 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .
  • Page 390: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle

    388 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
  • Page 391: Fiat Customer Center

    • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the 1–800–423–6343 general manager or owner of the authorized studio. FIAT CANADA CUSTOMER CENTER They want to know if you need assistance. P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1–800–...
  • Page 392: Service Contract

    390 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800) manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY. 465–2001 English / (800) 387–9983 French). Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require The manufacturer will not stand behind any service assistance can use the special needs relay service offered contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract.
  • Page 393: Warranty Information

    See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the dio, and the manufacturer. DVD, for the terms and provisions of FIAT Group Automobiles warranties applicable to this vehicle and To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety market.
  • Page 394: In Canada

    Customer Service Department imme- diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- diately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety ing, servicing, and repairing FIAT Group Automobiles defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans- vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle,...
  • Page 395: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades

    FIAT Group Automobiles ve- All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and requirements in addition to these grades.
  • Page 396: Treadwear

    394 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on conditions on a specified government test course.
  • Page 397: Temperature Grades

    IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 395 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
  • Page 399 INDEX...
  • Page 400 398 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .346 Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....345 Adding Fuel ......287 Capacities .
  • Page 401 INDEX 399 Battery ....... . .333 Camera, Rear ......129 Jump Starting .
  • Page 402 400 INDEX Clean Air Gasoline ......284 Points to Remember .....347 Cleaning Pressure Cap .
  • Page 403 INDEX 401 Downshifting ......217 Engine Driving Air Cleaner ......332 Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing Break-In Recommendations .
  • Page 404 402 INDEX Gear Ranges ......222 Fluid Level Checks Event Data Recorder ......58 Automatic Transmission .
  • Page 405 INDEX 403 Requirements ......283 Glass Cleaning ......361 Tank Capacity .
  • Page 406 404 INDEX Information Center, Vehicle ....170 Lane Change and Turn Signals ....161 Inside Rearview Mirror .
  • Page 407 INDEX 405 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ..165 Lubrication, Body ......338 Oil Pressure .
  • Page 408 406 INDEX Rearview ......89 Filter ....... .332 Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle .
  • Page 409 INDEX 407 Power Refrigerant ......335 Mirrors .......91 Reminder, Seat Belt.
  • Page 410 408 INDEX Seat Belt Reminder ......39 Side Airbag ......51 Seat Belts .
  • Page 411 INDEX 409 Storage ....... .371 Chains .......275 Storage, Vehicle.
  • Page 412 410 INDEX Tread Wear Indicators ....272 Trip Odometer ......168 Tire Safety Information .
  • Page 413 INDEX 411 Wait to Start Light......167 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ....359 Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) .
  • Page 414 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’ s The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed away electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use only fully shielded Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be in- coaxial cable.
  • Page 415 Chrysler Group LLC 14BF-126-AC Third Edition Printed in U.S.A.

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