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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
- all essentials that are maintaining its validity traditional to our vehicles. • The range of additional services available to FIAT This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis- Group Automobiles customers tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects.
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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 Owner’s 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 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS ... . .11 ▫ Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st Press .......16 ▫...
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Auto Door Locks ..... .23 ▫ Child Restraints ..... . .57 POWER WINDOWS .
Page 13: A Word About Your Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho- The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) rized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key transmitter with an integrated key.
Page 14 12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into PARK and re- move the Key Fob from the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. •...
Page 15: Locking Doors With A Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition • Do not leave children or animals inside parked and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK sounds a vehicles in hot weather.
Page 16: Replacement Keys
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A key which has not been programmed is also Replacement Keys considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
Page 17: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 18: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Open/Close Power Top Remote Function — If Equipped Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice, The remote control can only be used with the engine off within five seconds, to unlock all doors and the liftgate.
Page 19 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 Open/Close Power Top Remote Function — If Equipped: WARNING! (Continued) 1. OPEN — Push and hold the unlock button down to • Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near cycle the convertible top to the desired partial/full the convertible top components, the upper wind- open position.
Page 20: To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- ter to lock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal.
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Key Fob Screw Location Battery Case Removed 3. Take out the battery case. Remove and replace the 4. Refit the battery case inside the Key Fob and turn the battery observing its polarity. screw to lock it into place.
Page 22: General Information
20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station General Information tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or CB This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and radios.
Page 23 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 WARNING! (Continued) • For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • Before exiting a vehicle, always turn the ignition to the OFF/LOCK position, apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into REVERSE gear, and remove the Key Fob from the vehicle.
Page 24: Power Door Locks - If Equipped
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Power Door Locks — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) A power door lock switch is incorporated into the driver • Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or door handle. Push or pull the handle to lock or unlock the in a location accessible to children.
Page 25: Auto Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 To change the setting proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push the MENU button to enter the MENU screen. 2. Push the UP or DOWN button to highlight “Auto Door Locks”. Push the MENU button, use the UP or DOWN buttons to turn setting ON...
Page 26: Power Windows
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches There are single window controls located on the shifter bezel, below the climate controls, which operate the driver and passenger door windows. The window con- trols will operate when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
Page 27: Auto-Down
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 Auto-Down LIFTGATE The driver’s door window switch has an Auto-Down To unlock the liftgate, use the Remote Keyless Entry feature. Push the window switch for approximately one (RKE) transmitter or activate the power door lock second, release, and the window will go down automati- switches located on the driver door handle.
Page 28 26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.
Page 29: Occupant Restraint Systems
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, Some of the most important safety features in your move the seat as far back as possible and use the vehicle are the restraint systems: proper child restraint.
Page 30: Seat Belt Systems
28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 6. All occupants should always wear their lap and WARNING! shoulder belts properly. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of 7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved an air bag.
Page 31 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts be belted at all times.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If BeltAlert has been deactivated, the Seat Belt WARNING! Reminder Light will continue to illuminate while the driver’s or outboard front passenger’s (if equipped with • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more BeltAlert) seat belt remains unbuckled.
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat injury in a collision.
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • A seat belt that is too loose will not protect you • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect properly. In a sudden stop, you could move too far you from injury during a collision.
Page 35 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat).
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle Positioning The Lap Belt 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low 5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder able and not resting on your neck.
Page 37 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of stowed position.
Page 38 36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts And Pregnant Women WARNING! We recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts • ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is required in order to properly fit the original seat the best way to keep the baby safe.
Page 39 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) — belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be If Equipped worn snugly and positioned properly. The seat belts in the passenger seating positions may be equipped with a switchable Automatic Locking Retractor The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Re-...
Page 40 38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Driver Center Passenger First Row Second • N/A — Not Applicable • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per...
Page 41 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is auto- How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode matically pre locked. The seat belt will still retract to 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. remove any slack in the shoulder belt.
Page 42: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) WARNING! Air Bag System Components • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) fea- system components: ture or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the proce-...
Page 43 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 • Seat Belt Pretenioners • Seat Belt Buckle Switch • Seat Track Position Sensors Advanced Front Air Bags This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Advanced Front Air Bag Features WARNING! The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as could cause serious injury, including death.
Page 45 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat WARNING! (Continued) belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more Advanced Front Air Bags.
Page 46 44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE On the other hand, depending on the type and location of way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The Advanced impact, Advanced Front Air Bags may deploy in crashes Front Air Bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a blink your eyes.
Page 47 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag provides en- hanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and Advanced Front Air Bags.
Page 48 46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the out- board side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates.
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side win- WARNING! dows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The • Your vehicle is equipped with left and right SABICs inflate with enough force to injure you if you are Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned...
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The SABICs and SABs (“Side Air Bags”) are designed to compartment. The Side Air Bags may deploy during activate in certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint angled or offset frontal collisions where the Advanced Controller (“ORC”) determines whether the deployment of Front Air Bags deploy.
Page 51 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 be properly restrained in a child restraint or booster seat If A Deployment Occurs that is appropriate for the size of the child. The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like WARNING! particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot bag inflation.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 Enhanced Accident Response System System Reset Procedure In the event of an impact, if the communication network Depending on the nature of the event the left and right remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel cluster, on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine may both be blinking and will continue to blink until the...
Page 54 52 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 55 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 If a reset procedure step is not completed within 45 The ORC contains a backup power supply system that seconds, then the turn signal lights will turn off and the may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or reset procedure must be performed again in order to be it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
Page 56 54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized WARNING! dealer service the air bag system immediately. Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in your instru- • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during ment panel could mean you won’t have the air bags the four to eight seconds when the ignition is first to protect you in a collision.
Page 57 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 58 56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Event Data Recorder (EDR) These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 59: Child Restraints
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 57 Child Restraints WARNING! (Continued) Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all great that you could not hold the child, no matter times, including babies and children. how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured.
Page 60 58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: • www.tc.gc.ca/eng/roadsafety/safedrivers- childsafety-index-53.htm • For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEATCHECK (732–8243). Canadian resi- dents should refer to Transport Canada’s website for additional information: Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight Or Recommended Type Of Child Restraint...
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 Child Size, Height, Weight Or Recommended Type Of Child Restraint Larger Children Children who have out-grown Belt Positioning Booster Seat and their forward-facing child restraint, the vehicle seat belt, seated in the but are too small to properly fit rear seat of the vehicle the vehicle’s seat belt...
Page 62 60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for WARNING! as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag.
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in • Improper installation can lead to failure of an the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchor- infant or child restraint.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front WARNING! of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back? Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 66 64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children (LATCH) has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- Restraint System equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position.
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per • seating position Top Tether Anchorage Symbol •...
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR 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 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 Can the rear-facing child restraint touch The child seat may touch the back of the the back of the front passenger seat? front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more information.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating Tether Anchorages Center Seat LATCH WARNING! There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the This vehicle does not have a center seating position. seat.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more top tether anchorage.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt: WARNING! When using the LATCH attaching system to install a • Improper installation of a child restraint to the child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the re- used by other occupants or being used to secure child straint.
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Belt Restraints In This Vehicle The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip.
Page 74 72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when weight + weight of the child re- using the seat belt to install a for- straint) for using the Tether Anchor ward facing child restraint, up to with the seat belt to attach a forward...
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the seat belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 76 74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints WARNING! (Continued) Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether attach a tether anchor. anchorage that is approved for that seating position, 9.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 tether anchorage for that seating position, move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and...
Page 78: Transporting Pets
76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS WARNING! A long break-in period is not required for the engine and • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. increased head motion and possible injury to the Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
Page 79: Safety Tips
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 CAUTION! WARNING! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil • Do not leave children or animals inside parked in the engine or damage may result. vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death.
Page 80: Exhaust Gas
78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Exhaust Gas WARNING! (Continued) • If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the WARNING! engine running, adjust your heating or cooling Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon controls to force outside air into the vehicle.
Page 81: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer. If the Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have Vehicle the system checked by an authorized dealer. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for...
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 83: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 Door Latches Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle Check for proper closing, latching, and locking. Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, patterns.
Page 85 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP — IF EQUIPPED . .86 ▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ... .92 ▫ Lowering The Power Top....86 ▫...
Page 86 84 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Seat Height Adjustment ....103 ▫ Turn Signals ......111 ▫...
Page 87 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85 ▫ To Resume Speed .....121 ▫ To Close ......131 ▫...
Page 88: Power Convertible Top - If Equipped
86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP — IF EQUIPPED On vehicles equipped with a power convertible top, the • The power top buttons will operate when the ignition power convertible top switch is located on the overhead switch is turned to the ACC/ON/RUN position.
Page 89 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 87 approximately one second a second time for the one- CAUTION! (Continued) quarter open position. Push and hold close button to • Remove any standing water from the top and dry the fully close convertible top. surface before opening it.
Page 90: Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure
88 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 7. CONTINUE to hold the CLOSED button until the top Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure begins to cycle fully open, then release the CLOSED If your power convertible top does not operate in the button.
Page 91: Wind Stop
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 89 Wind Stop The Wind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle. The Wind Stop will not interfere with power top opera- tion. Therefore, it can remain installed when the top is up. MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for...
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 pushing 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: Power Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 91 mirror, push the mirror select switch to either the L (left) Power Mirrors or R (right) to select the mirror you need to adjust. The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel.
Page 94: Folding Mirrors
92 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Spotter Mirror — If Equipped Folding Mirrors Some models are equipped with a driver’s side spotter The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to mirror. The spotter mirror allows for a greater range of pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage.
Page 95: Blue&Me™ Hands-Free Communication
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 93 BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION Blue&Me™ Hands-Free Communication Overview — If Equipped Windows Mobile™-based FIAT BLUE&ME™ is a per- sonal telematic system enabling you to use communica- tion and entertainment applications expressly designed for use in the car.
Page 96: The Hands-Free Kit
94 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE you are not required to train the voice recognition system The Hands-Free Kit to recognize your voice. This implies that the system is The basic characteristic of this hands-free kit is voice nearly equally performing with different persons, i.e.: the recognition with Bluetooth®...
Page 97 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95 steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi- To get started with BLUE&ME™ hands-free kit with function display. Please refer to the Fiat Blue & Me Radio voice recognition, you have to simply pair your Supplement for further information.
Page 98 96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To interact with BLUE&ME™ you can use either the The hands-free kit enables the following operations: buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands. • Contact Calling By Voice — You can call a contact in With voice recognition, you can perform system func- your mobile phone phonebook using your voice.
Page 99 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97 • Conference Call — You can call another contact while Message Reader you are engaged in a phone conversation (with The BLUE&ME™ message reader enables automatic Bluetooth® phones supporting this option). reading, through the car sound system, of the SMS texts you receive on your Bluetooth®...
Page 100 98 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Message reader functions are managed by the control • To delete individual messages or the entire inbox using buttons on the steering wheel or by the BLUE&ME™ the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands. voice commands.
Page 101 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 99 • iPod® Player — See dedicated paragraph under Me- NOTE: dia Player Functions. • The media player does not support audio files com- The media player enables the following operations: pressed with other formats and DRM (Digital Rights Management) protected audio files.
Page 102: Seats
100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep the Owner’s Manual in the car: when kept in • Driving while distracted can result in loss of ve- the car, the Owner’s Manual will be available for hicle control, accident and injury.
Page 103: Forward/Rearward Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 WARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. •...
Page 104: Recline Adjustment
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Page 105: Seat Height Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Seat Height Adjustment EZ Entry Feature The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by The driver and front passenger seats have an EZ entry using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. feature for rear seat passengers.
Page 106: Memory Feature
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lift the seatback upright and push the seat rearward to fore/aft (memory) position on the tracks. This results in its locked position once the rear passengers are seated. the seat back memory being set only – The track will then be locked forward of its last set fore/aft memory posi- Memory Feature tion.
Page 107: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Head Restraints WARNING! Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin by restricting head movement in the event of a rear- because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, impact.
Page 108 106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats The front driver and passenger seats are equipped with Reactive Head Restraints. In the event of a rear impact the Reactive Head Restraints will automatically extend forward minimizing the gap between the back of the occupant’s head and the Reactive Head Restraint.
Page 109 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 NOTE: The head restraints should only be removed by push downward on the head restraint. Refer to “Occu- qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If either pant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting of the head restraints require removal, see your autho- Your Vehicle”...
Page 110: To Open And Close The Hood
108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD hood, near the center, and raise the hood. To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi- mately 6 inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
Page 112: Lights
110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals. NOTE: The external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Page 113: High Beams
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 High Beams Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the With the low beams activated, push the multi- end of the multifunction lever to the O symbol. function lever towards the instrument panel to NOTE: The low beams and side/taillights will not be on turn on the high beams.
Page 114: Lane Change Assist
112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time.
Page 115: Interior Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 Deactivation CAUTION! Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the and hold it for more than two seconds. switch is in the center position or that the lights are Interior Lights off to avoid draining the battery.
Page 116: Front Fog Lights - If Equipped
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • When the doors are locked with the Key Fob the lights will turn off. Interior Light Timing (On/Right Position) • When all doors are closed a 15 minute timer is activated. NOTE: The timer is deactivated when the key is moved into the ON/RUN position.
Page 117: Windshield Wipers And Washers
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. NOTE: The windshield wipers/washers will only oper- ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position. Front Windshield Wiper Operation There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers.
Page 118 116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The Intermittent function only has one detent Front Windshield Washer Operation but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed. Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the As vehicle speed increases the delay time will decrease. steering wheel to activate the washers.
Page 119: Rear Windshield Wiper
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 CAUTION! (Continued) • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Page 120: Tilt Steering Column - If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Windshield Washer Operation Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the instrument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released.
Page 121: Electronic Speed Control
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 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. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 122: To Activate
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec- WARNING! tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on the same time.
Page 123: To Deactivate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 The speed increment shown is dependent on the selected To Deactivate speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will U.S.
Page 124: To Accelerate For Passing
122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed Metric Speed (km/h) When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de- • Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h crease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. decrease in set speed.
Page 125: Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it The Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed Control. transmission is placed into REVERSE. Rear Park Assist Sensors WARNING! The four Rear Park Assist sensors, located in the rear...
Page 126: Rear Park Assist Warning Display
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE will produce an audible alert. As the vehicle moves closer Rear Park Assist Warning Display to the obstacle, the display will show fewer arcs and the The Rear Park Assist Warning screen is located within the audible 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 within the Audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) sensors’ field of view • Sound pulses emitted at a rate that in- creases as the distance decreases.
Page 128: Failure Indications
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Failure Sensor or System failures Visual Signal (instrument panel) • Icon appears on display. • Message is displayed on the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (where provided). While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not Failure Indications muted.
Page 129: Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the Park Assist System Usage Precautions ignition is in the ON/RUN position. Failures are indi- NOTE: cated immediately if they occur when the system is ON. •...
Page 130 128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Objects such as bicycle carriers, etc., must not be CAUTION! (Continued) placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/ • The vehicle must be driven slowly when using bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so can Rear Park Assist in order to be able to stop in time result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a when an obstacle is detected.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Before using the Rear Park Assist System, it is • Drivers must be careful when backing up even strongly recommended that the ball mount and when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the ve- check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind hicle when the vehicle is not used for towing.
Page 132: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED WARNING! The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with console. access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location acces- sible to children.
Page 133: To Open
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 To Open Pinch Protect Feature Push and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the sunroof during Express Close operation.
Page 134: Emergency Operation
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Operation In case of electrical failure the sunroof can be operated with the hex wrench that is located in the glove box. There is a plug located in the rear of the sunroof opening at the center of the vehicle.
Page 135: Electrical Power Outlets
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 Power is available when the ignition switch is in the ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ON/RUN or START position. Insert the cigar lighter or There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet, accessory plug into the outlet for use. To preserve the located in the floor console, for added convenience.
Page 136 134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 137: Cigar Lighter - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! This is located on the center console, in front of the cup • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw holders. To activate the cigar lighter, push and release the power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in knob.
Page 138 136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Front Cupholders Rear Cupholders For rear passengers, there are cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats.
Page 139: Storage
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 STORAGE Glove Compartment The glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Pull outward on the glove compart- ment latch to open the glove compartment. Push the glove compartment door upward to close it. Glove Compartment Latch...
Page 140: Cargo Area Features
138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CARGO AREA FEATURES The rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity. 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.
Page 141: Rear Window Features
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the radio. Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An indicator in the instrument cluster will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on.
Page 142 140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements.
Page 143: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..143 ▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup Menu ......163 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
Page 144 142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ▫ Introduction ......180 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS ..207 ▫...
Page 145: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 143 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Side Vent 7 — Passenger Air Bag 13 — Storage Compartment 2 — Multifunction Lever – Light Control 8 — Glove Compartment 14 — Shift Lever 3 — Instrument Cluster And Warning Lights 9 —...
Page 146: Instrument Cluster
144 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 147: Instrument Cluster - Eco
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — ECO...
Page 148: Instrument Cluster - Pop, Lounge, 500C
146 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER — POP, LOUNGE, 500C...
Page 149: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 147 on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also 1. Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light — If Equipped reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect Each tire, including the spare (if provided), the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Page 150 148 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety CAUTION! (Continued) of reasons, including the installation of replacement or sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) TPMS from functioning properly.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 149 NOTE: (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the • A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is problem diagnosed and corrected. driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.
Page 152 150 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Air Bag Warning Light beam. Pull the lever toward you to switch the headlights back to low beam. If the driver’s door is open, and the This light will turn on for four to eight seconds headlights or park lights are left on, the high beam as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first indicator light will remain illuminated and a chime will...
Page 153 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 151 9. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Although your vehicle will usually be drivable and not need towing, see your authorized dealer for service as The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part soon as possible. of an onboard diagnostic (OBDII) system which monitors the emissions and engine con- CAUTION! trol system.
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 13. Rear Defrost Indicator WARNING! (Continued) This indicator will illuminate when the rear win- drive slowly or park over flammable substances such dow defroster is on. The rear window defroster as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result automatically turns off after 20 minutes.
Page 155 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 14. Brake Warning Light The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capac- ity in the event of a failure to a portion of the hydraulic This light monitors various brake functions, system. A leak in either half of the dual brake system is including brake fluid level and parking brake indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on application.
Page 156 154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The light also will turn on when the parking brake is WARNING! applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is It will take longer to stop the vehicle.
Page 157 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the more fuel efficient drive style and will increase your ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position, have fuel economy. A lower “ECO” index indicates fre- the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 18. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) CAUTION! The EVIC features a driver-interactive display that is Driving with a hot engine cooling system could located in the instrument cluster. For further information, damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must WARNING! (Continued) be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was Vehicle.” Follow the warnings under the “Cooling before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to System Pressure Cap”...
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 23. Generic Warning Light while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if the charging system light remains on, it means that the any of the following conditions occur: Oil vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging Change Request, Engine Oil Pressure Sensor...
Page 161: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 the light is flashing when the engine is running, imme- 28. Engine Temperature Warning Light diate service is required and you may experience reduced This light warns of an overheated engine condi- performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and tion.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC consists of the following: • System Status • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Outside Temperature Display • Trip Computer Functions • Tire Pressure Monitoring Display Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display...
Page 163: Evic Displays
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 • Door Ajar EVIC Displays • Speed Limiter — If Equipped 2. Amber Telltales • Ice Risk • Fuel Cut Off • Fuel Cut Off Failed • Hill Holder Failed • Oil Change Request • Check Lights •...
Page 164: Evic Control Buttons
162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 5. Red Telltales (Right Bank) Push and release the DOWN button to scroll down- ward through the displayed menu and the related • Trunk Ajar options or to decrease the value displayed. • Transmission Failure •...
Page 165: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Setup Menu
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 • Autoclose Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Setup Menu • Units The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a • Language cycle. Push and release the UP and DOWN but- tons to access the different options and settings •...
Page 166 164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button (by Submenu single pushes) to scroll through all the submenu options. 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button to select the main menu option to set.
Page 167: Change Engine Oil Indicator System
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. (do not Change Engine Oil Indicator System start the engine.) Change Engine Oil 2. Fully push the accelerator pedal slowly, three times Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change within 10 seconds.
Page 168: Trip Button
166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: If the reset operation occurs in the presence of Trip Button the screens concerning Trip A or Trip B, only the infor- The TRIP button, located on the right steering column mation associated with Trip A or Trip B functions will be stalk, can be used to display and to reset the previously reset.
Page 169: Trip Functions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 • Average speed B Trip Functions Both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of new • Travel time B (driving time) trip). NOTE: “Trip B” functions may be excluded (see “Trip “Trip A” can be used to display the figures relating to: B Data”).
Page 170: Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features)
168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: The range depends on several factors: driving Travel Time style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads, This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset. etc.), conditions of use of the car (load, tire pressure, etc.). Trip planning must take into account the above notes.
Page 171 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 2. Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back 3. When the function is activated (On), briefly push and to the menu screen or push and hold the MENU release the MENU button to display the presently set (approximately one second) to go back to the main activation speed.
Page 172 170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL To cancel the setting, proceed as follows: For activation / deactivation, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button. “On” will 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button. flash on the display. 2.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button to NOTE: navigate the two sub-menu items. • The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the UP or DOWN button is pushed. 3.
Page 174 172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU button (approximately one second) to go back to 4. Push and release the UP or DOWN button for the main screen without storing the settings. setting. Set Date 5. Briefly push and release the MENU button and “day” will flash on the display.
Page 175 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 See Radio (Repeat Audio Information) button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings. With this function active, the EVIC display shows infor- mation relevant to the sound system. If the radio has BLUE&ME™, refer to the appropriate “BLUE&ME™...
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button to 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button for select display deactivation “Off”, “MPH” or setting. “km/h.” 3. Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back 3.
Page 177 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button to If the distance unit set is “mi,” the fuel economy unit will navigate the three sub-menus. be displayed in “mpg.” 3. Select the required sub-menu and then briefly push If the distance unit set is “km,”...
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL When you have made the required settings, briefly push 3. Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back and release the MENU button to go back to the sub-menu to the menu screen, or push and hold the MENU screen, or push and hold the MENU button (approxi- button (approximately one second) to go back to the mately one second) to go back to the main screen without...
Page 179 Indication) This function may be used to adjust the volume of the beep accompanying the buttons. MENU, UP This function will only be displayed after a FIAT Group DOWN buttons can be adjusted according to 8 Automobiles dealership has deactivated the S.B.R. sys- levels.
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 2. Briefly push and release the MENU button. “On” or To set the required unit, proceed as follows: “Off” will flash on the display (according to previous 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button to display setting).
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 Hill Start Assist Tire Pressure This function is used when starting a vehicle from a stop This function will be used to display the tire pressures on a hill. Hill Start Assist maintains the same level of individually for all four tires by location.
Page 182: Sales Code (Rab) Radio
180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Lock SALES CODE (RAB) RADIO When Unlock Driver Door is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first push of the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter UNLOCK button. When Unlock Drivers Door is selected, you must push the RKE transmit- ter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the passenger door.
Page 183: Suggestions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 If the radio has BLUE&ME™, refer to the appropriate WARNING! “BLUE&ME™ User’s Manual” for further information. Having the volume turned up high can cause the The instructions for use are given below and we recom- driver to not be able to hear important traffic sounds, mend you to read them carefully.
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Clean every CD thoroughly removing any finger • The use of original CD media is required for the best marks or dust using a soft cloth. Hold CDs by the quality audio production. Correct operation is not outside and clean them from the middle outwards.
Page 185: Technical Specifications
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 • The CD player is capable of reading most compression With Alpine Premium Audio system (if equipped): systems currently in use, following the development of • Two 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers. these systems, the reading of all compression formats is not guaranteed.
Page 186: Quick Guide
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Quick Guide Radio Controls BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE Short button push Short button push TUNER AM, FM, SAT (if equipped) source Short repeated button push selection A-B-C Cycles A, B, C presets for AM, FM, Short repeated button push SAT (if equipped) MEDIA...
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE (Mute/Pause Button) Volume activation/deactivation Short button push (Mute/Pause) AUDIO Audio adjustments: low tones Menu activation: short button push (BASS), high tones (TREBLE), left/ Adjustment type selection: push right balance (BALANCE), front/ Adjustment of values: push rear balance (FADER) (Information Button)
Page 188 186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BUTTON RADIO FUNCTIONS MODE Radio Station Search: Automatic search: push buttons • Automatic Search (long push for fast for- • Manual Search ward) Manual search: push buttons (long push for fast forward) 1 2 3 4 5 Current radio station storing Long button push for memory pre- set 1 to 5 respectively...
Page 189: General Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 CD Section General Information The radio offers the following functions: • Track selection (forward/backward) Radio Section • Fast forward/rewind through tracks • PLL tuning with FM/AM bands • CD Display function: display of track number and on mp3 discs (song title, artist) and time elapsed since •...
Page 190: Functions And Adjustments
188 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Track selection (forward/backward) Functions And Adjustments • Fast forward/rewind through tracks Turning The Car Radio On The car radio comes on when the (ON/OFF) button • MP3 Display function: display of folder name, ID3- is pushed briefly.
Page 191 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 189 Selecting The CD Function Audio Adjustment By briefly pushing the MEDIA button, the CD audio The functions that can be selected from the audio menu source can be selected (only if a CD is loaded). change depending on the context: AM/FM/MEDIA/ SATELLITE.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • MIDRANGE (Midrange adjustment) 2. Push the button to select “Bass,” “Mid- range” or “Treble” in the AUDIO menu. • TREBLE (Treble adjustment) 3. Push the button to increase/decrease the • BALANCE (right/left Balance adjustment) bass or treble adjustments.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 By pushing the buttons briefly, the levels will Select the value “0” to set the right and left audio outputs change progressively. By pushing them down longer, at the same level. the levels will change quickly. Loudness Function —...
Page 194 192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL curves can be adjusted. To deactivate the equalizer, select User EQ Settings Function — If Equipped the “EQ Preset” function in the audio menu. To set a personalized equalizer adjustment: To activate the equalizer, use the AUDIO button to select 1.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Menu • System Reset MENU Button Functions • Speed Volume Push the MENU button briefly to activate the Menu • On Volume Limit function. Push the MENU button again to exit the Menu function. Use the buttons to scroll through the menu Speed Volume Function —...
Page 196 194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL On Volume Limit • “On volume limit: off” – The radio will come on at the same volume as before it was switched off. The This function makes it possible to activate/deactivate the volume level can be between 0 and 40. maximum volume limit when turning the radio on.
Page 197: Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 Radio Off Function • YES — The default parameters will be restored. Dur- ing such operation, the wording “Resetting” appears This function makes it possible to set the radio switching on the display. At the end of the operation, the source off mode by choosing between two methods.
Page 198 196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Frequency Band Selection • 15 in SAT (if so equipped) (5 SATA, 5 SATB, 5 SATC) With the Radio mode active, press the FM or AM tuner To listen to a preset station, select the desired frequency button briefly and repeatedly to select the desired recep- band and then briefly push the corresponding preset tion band.
Page 199: Siriusxm Satellite Radio - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 Manual Tuning news, talk and entertainment. Hear every NFL game, every NASCAR race, college sports and more. The biggest and This is used to manually search for stations in the most compelling names in talk with Howard Stern and preselected band.
Page 200 198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SiriusXM Satellite Radio Program Types Re-Subscribe To SiriusXM Satellite Radio Program Types can be selected by pushing the New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free buttons. The Program Type will change to the next limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio category and the radio will then tune to first station in with their radio.
Page 201 SIRIUS data services or its use in vehicles. The following are instructions for retrieving the Elec- tronic Serial Number (ESN) from FIAT 500 NAFTA model SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of radios: SiriusXM Radio Inc.
Page 202: Cd Player
200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Satellite Radio Antenna — If Equipped CD Player Selection The antenna for the satellite radio is mounted on the roof To activate the CD player built into the equipment, of the vehicle. Do not place items on the roof around the proceed as follows: roof top antenna location.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 CD Loading/Ejecting If the CD is not removed from the radio, it will automati- cally be reloaded about 20 seconds later but will not To load the CD, insert it gently into the slot to activate the resume playing until the MEDIA button is pushed to motorized loading system, which will position it cor- select the CD mode.
Page 204: Cd Mp3 Player
202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Display Information Track Fast Forward/Rewind When the CD player is operating, information will ap- Keep the button pushed down to fast forward the pear on the display with the following meaning: selected track and keep the button pushed down to fast rewind the track.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 MP3 Mode • The music files should have the extension “.mp3” or “.wma” files with a different extension will not be In addition to playing regular audio CDs, the radio is also reproduced. enabled to play CDROMs on which compressed audio files have been recorded in an MP3 format.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL move to the MP3 session while playing by keeping the Selection Of Next/Previous Folder CD button pressed for more than two seconds. Push the button to select a next folder or the button to select the previous folder. The display NOTE: When the function is activated the radio may take will show the number of the folder.
Page 207: Troubleshooting
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 • If the MP3 files on a CD-ROM are structured in CD Player sub-folders their structure is compressed to a single The CD Does Not Play: level structure, where the sub-folders are taken to the The CD is dirty.
Page 208: Ipod®/Usb/Media Player Control - If
206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone Refer to the appropriate “BLUE&ME™ User’s Manual” for further information. Personal/Portable Navigation Device (PND) A Personal/Portable Navigation Device (PND) is avail- able as optional equipment for this vehicle, refer to the Navigation User Guide for further information.
Page 209: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 207 The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and The remote sound system controls are located on the rear mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker surface of the steering wheel.
Page 210: Radio Operation
208 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Radio Operation Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped) Pushing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch Refer to the appropriate Blue&Me™ User’s Manual for will “Seek”...
Page 211: Radio Operation And Mobile Phones
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 209 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from 7.
Page 212: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning
210 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. Temperature Control Manual Heating And Air Conditioning Rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial to the left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures, while rotating to the right into the red area indicates warmer temperatures.
Page 213 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 211 NOTE: 4. Mode Control • Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make Rotate this control to change the system between Modes the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. (Panel, Bi-Level, Floor, Mix, Defrost). Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
Page 214: Automatic Temperature Control (Atc)
212 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Mix 5. A/C Button Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side Push this button to engage the Air Conditioning. A light window demister outlets. This setting works best will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat engaged.
Page 215 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 213 • The system provides set-and-forget operation for op- 1. AUTO Temperature Control (ATC) Button timum comfort and convenience. Controls airflow, temperature, distribution, and air recir- • The system can be controlled manually, if desired. culation automatically. Push and release to select. Per- forming this function will cause the ATC to switch The ATC system automatically maintains the interior between manual mode and automatic modes.
Page 216 214 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL through the system in any mode you select. The blower while reducing moisture on the windshield. Performing speed increases as you push, or hold, the blower control this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual up button and decreases when you push, or hold, the mode.
Page 217 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 215 side window demister outlets. Performing this function 10. Temperature Control Down Button will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. Provides temperature down control. Push the button for 8. Panel Mode cooler temperature settings. Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- NOTE: If the temperature is lowered until Lo is dis- ment panel.
Page 218 216 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Climate Control Functions Recirculation Control Air Conditioning (A/C) When outside air contains smoke, odors, or high The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired, you may to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning wish to recirculate interior air by pushing the system.
Page 219 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 217 NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode may 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation system to maintain by adjusting the temperature con- feature may be unavailable (indicator light shall blink) if trol buttons.
Page 220: Operating Tips
218 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric Operating Tips units by selecting the US/M customer-programmable NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section for feature. Refer to the “Electronic Vehicle Information suggested control settings for various weather condi- Center (EVIC) —...
Page 221 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 219 Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a a heavy load or high heat conditions, it may use Recir- non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works culation A/C mode to provide additional comfort while very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette in automatic mode.
Page 222 220 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Tips Chart...
Page 223 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....225 ▫ Five-Speed Manual Transmission...228 ▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ..225 ▫...
Page 224 222 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Operation ......241 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM ..251 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .
Page 225 STARTING AND OPERATING 223 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ..271 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS ..285 ▫ Tire Pressure ......271 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) .
Page 226 224 STARTING AND OPERATING ▫ Materials Added To Fuel ....299 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ... .303 ▫...
Page 227: Starting Procedures
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 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 228: Cold Weather Operation
226 STARTING AND OPERATING Turn the ignition switch to the AVV/ACC (START) CAUTION! position and release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition Use of the recommended oil and adhering to the switch to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to 15 prescribed oil change intervals is important to pre- seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting”...
Page 229: If Engine Fails To Start
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 3. If the engine fails to start within ten seconds, cycle the If Engine Fails To Start ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait five seconds to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the WARNING! Extended Park Starting procedure.
Page 230: After Starting
228 STARTING AND OPERATING MANUAL TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! (Continued) Five-Speed Manual Transmission • To prevent damage to the starter, do not continu- ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at WARNING! a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. You or others could be injured if you leave the After Starting vehicle unattended without having the parking...
Page 231 STARTING AND OPERATING 229 Use each gear in numerical order; do not skip a gear. Be sure the transmission is in first gear, not third, when starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch can result from starting in third gear. For most city driving, you will find it easier to use only the lower gears.
Page 232: Recommended Shift Speeds
230 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: Recommended Shift Speeds To use your manual transmission for optimal fuel • Clashing REVERSE gear, especially if vehicle is mov- economy, it should be upshifted as listed in the following ing, can result in transmission damage. table.
Page 233: Downshifting
STARTING AND OPERATING 231 When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade, Downshifting downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur- Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and dened. prolong engine life. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! CAUTION! If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift...
Page 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: You must press and hold the brake pedal while WARNING! (Continued) shifting out of PARK. • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, WARNING! you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is •...
Page 235: Key Ignition Park Interlock
STARTING AND OPERATING 233 OFF (key removal) position. The key can only be re- WARNING! (Continued) moved from the ignition when the ignition is in the • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with LOCK/OFF position, and once removed, the transmis- access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 236 234 STARTING AND OPERATING The electronically-controlled transmission provides a Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when vehicle may be somewhat abrupt.
Page 237: Gear Ranges
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 NOTE: If the shift lever cannot be moved to the PARK, PARK (P) REVERSE, or NEUTRAL position (when pushed for- This range supplements the parking brake by locking the ward) it is probably in the AutoStick (+/-) position transmission.
Page 238 236 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or NEUTRAL • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If parking brake. Always apply the parking brake your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re-...
Page 239 STARTING AND OPERATING 237 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 240 238 STARTING AND OPERATING • 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 241 STARTING AND OPERATING 239 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 242 240 STARTING AND OPERATING 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 243: Autostick
STARTING AND OPERATING 241 If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer forward (-) triggers a downshift, and rearward (+) an service is required. upshift. The current gear is displayed in the instrument cluster. AUTOSTICK NOTE: In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only AutoStick is a driver-interactive transmission feature shift up or down when the driver moves the shift lever providing manual shift control, giving you more control...
Page 244: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
242 STARTING AND OPERATING in snow or icy conditions. To select second or third WARNING! gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop, tap the shift lever rearward (+) once or twice. Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface.
Page 245: Traction
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 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 246: Flowing/Rising Water
244 STARTING AND OPERATING Flowing/Rising Water WARNING! WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph Do not drive on or across a road or path where water (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off).
Page 247 STARTING AND OPERATING 245 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Driving through standing water may cause damage • Always check the depth of the standing water to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always before driving through it. Never drive through inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, trans- standing water that is deeper than the bottom of mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., the tire rims mounted on the vehicle.
Page 248: Power Steering
246 STARTING AND OPERATING If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE POWER STEERING POWER STEERING” message is displayed on the EVIC The electric power steering system will give you good screen, they indicate that extreme steering maneuvers vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability may have occurred which caused an over temperature in tight spaces.
Page 249: Parking Brake
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 NOTE: • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under these conditions there will be a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and during parking maneuvers.
Page 250 248 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 251: Sport Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 CAUTION! If the Brake Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. SPORT MODE Manual Transmission — If Equipped The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine SPORT Button...
Page 252: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
250 STARTING AND OPERATING Automatic Transmission — If Equipped The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increase in effort and changes the transmis- sion shift schedules for more aggressive shifting. This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering.
Page 253: Brake System
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake normal capability, the remaining system will still func- System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction Con- tion.
Page 254 252 STARTING AND OPERATING The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light. When WARNING! (Continued) the light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The • The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including those system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turning resulting from excessive speed in turns, following the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS if the another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning.
Page 255: Brake Assist System (Bas)
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 Brake Assist System (BAS) WARNING! The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking • The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent the capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevail- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then...
Page 256: Traction Control System (Tcs)
254 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) Hill Start Assist (HSA) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of The HSA system is designed to assist the driver when the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill.
Page 257: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
STARTING AND OPERATING 255 • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., Electronic Stability Control (ESC) vehicle in NEUTRAL (manual transmission), vehicle The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system enhances facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle backing uphill directional control and stability of the vehicle under is in REVERSE gear).
Page 258 256 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Off Switch (Automatic Transmission) ESC Off Switch (Manual Transmission) NOTE: The ESC Off switch is located left of the steering column (Manual Transmission Only).
Page 259 STARTING AND OPERATING 257 ESC Operating Modes WARNING! The ESC system has two available operating modes. The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- Full On vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by This is the normal operating mode for ESC.
Page 260: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
258 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or ESC OFF Indicator Light gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode by pressing the switch.
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light (located • Each time the ignition is turned ON, the ESC system in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon as the will be ON even if it was turned off previously. tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes active.
Page 262: Tire Safety Information
260 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. Tire Markings design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. •...
Page 263 STARTING AND OPERATING 261 • Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into into the sidewall.
Page 264 262 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: 65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) – Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code – R means radial construction, or –...
Page 265: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 263 EXAMPLE: Load Identification: Absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a Standard Load (SL) tire: • XL = Extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • LL = Light load tire or •...
Page 266 264 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 DOT = Department of Transportation – This symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use MA = Code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) L9 = Code representing the tire size (two digits) ABCD = Code used by the tire manufacturer (one to four digits)
Page 267: Tire Terminology And Definitions
STARTING AND OPERATING 265 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 Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three hours.
Page 268: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
266 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. Example Tire Placard Location (Door)
Page 269 STARTING AND OPERATING 267 Tire And Loading Information Placard Example Tire Placard Location (B-Pillar) 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.
Page 270 268 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or spare tires.
Page 271 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 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 272 270 STARTING AND OPERATING...
Page 273: Tires - General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 271 • Ride Comfort WARNING! Safety Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and WARNING! increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never •...
Page 274 272 STARTING AND OPERATING Fuel Economy WARNING! (Continued) Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle resulting in higher fuel consumption. to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
Page 275: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 273 Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always Tire Inflation Pressures “cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pressure The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 door.
Page 276: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
274 STARTING AND OPERATING inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), WARNING! which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) tires could cause them to fail.
Page 277: Tire Types
STARTING AND OPERATING 275 Tire Repair Tire Types If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it All Season Tires — If Equipped meets the following criteria: All Season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, • The tire has not been driven on when flat. summer, fall and winter).
Page 278 276 STARTING AND OPERATING Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or Snow Tires mountain/snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall. Use Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may during the winter.
Page 279: Run Flat Tires - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 277 While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid Spare Tires — If Equipped and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit”...
Page 280 278 STARTING AND OPERATING rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option, Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a refer to an authorized tire dealer for the recommended conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the tire rotation pattern.
Page 281 STARTING AND OPERATING 279 Full Size Spare — If Equipped your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. first opportunity. This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 282: Tire Spinning
280 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 283: Life Of Tire
STARTING AND OPERATING 281 These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread • Distance driven. grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth • Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or becomes a 1/16 of an inch (2 mm). When the tread is higher, and summer tires typically have a reduced worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be tread life.
Page 284: Replacement Tires
282 STARTING AND OPERATING It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two Replacement Tires rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a characteristics.
Page 285 STARTING AND OPERATING 283 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations failure and loss of vehicle control.
Page 286: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
284 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard following precautions: against damage: • Because of restricted traction device clearance be- •...
Page 287: Tire Rotation Recommendations
STARTING AND OPERATING 285 tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain CAUTION! (Continued) mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a • Observe the traction device manufacturer’s instruc- smooth, quiet ride. tions on the method of installation, operating Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 288: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
286 STARTING AND OPERATING The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12° F (6.5° C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on cold inflation tire pressure.
Page 289 STARTING AND OPERATING 287 The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire For example, your vehicle may have a recommended pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not turn cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of off until the tire pressure is at or above the recommended 30 psi (207 kPa).
Page 290 288 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, • The TPMS has been optimized for the original always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve warnings have been established for the tire size stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure Moni- equipped on your vehicle.
Page 291: Base System
STARTING AND OPERATING 289 Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure lev- stopping ability. els. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the Receiver •...
Page 292 290 STARTING AND OPERATING xxx.x psi” text message will display when one or more of turn off when the fault condition no longer exists. A the four active road tire pressures are low. Should this system fault can occur with any of the following sce- occur, you should stop as soon as possible, check the narios: inflation pressure of each tire on your vehicle, and inflate...
Page 293: Enhanced System - If Equipped
STARTING AND OPERATING 291 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure warn- vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes ing limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a chime will above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light...
Page 294 292 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS consists of the following components: • Receiver module • Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors • Various Tire Pressure Monitoring System messages, which display in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 295 STARTING AND OPERATING 293 Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. TPMS Warning When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 296 294 STARTING AND OPERATING A system fault can occur due to any of the following: shown. This indicates that the pressure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be 1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driving located in the correct vehicle position.
Page 297: General Information
STARTING AND OPERATING 295 Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75 seconds and driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in then remain on solid. In addition, the EVIC will order for the TPMS to receive this information. display a “Service TPM System”...
Page 298: Fuel Requirements - 1.4L Engine
296 STARTING AND OPERATING necessary to deliver enhanced emissions, performance, FUEL REQUIREMENTS — 1.4L Engine and durability for your vehicle. The use of gasoline that meet the WWFC specifications is recommended if they This engine is designed to meet all emis- are available.
Page 299: Reformulated Gasoline
STARTING AND OPERATING 297 Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended. Prop- your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock at erly blended reformulated gasoline will provide im- high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is proved performance and durability of engine and fuel required.
Page 300: E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
298 STARTING AND OPERATING Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline To fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. E-85 perform the following: • Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer). E-85 Usage In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are compatible with gaso- •...
Page 301: Materials Added To Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 299 without MMT be used in your vehicle. The MMT content Fuel System Cautions of gasoline may not be indicated on the gasoline pump, therefore, you should ask your gasoline retailer whether CAUTION! the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s and California reformulated gasoline.
Page 302: Carbon Monoxide Warnings
300 STARTING AND OPERATING Carbon Monoxide Warnings CAUTION! (Continued) • The use of fuel additives, which are now being WARNING! 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 303: Adding Fuel
STARTING AND OPERATING 301 WARNING! (Continued) • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper main- tenance. Have the exhaust system inspected every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnormal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired, drive with all side windows fully open. ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located on the passenger side of the...
Page 304 302 STARTING AND OPERATING CAUTION! WARNING! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the system could result from using an improper fuel vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is filler cap.
Page 305: Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message
STARTING AND OPERATING 303 NOTE: malfunction, the “gASCAP” message will display in the odometer display. Tighten the gas cap until a clicking • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is is full.
Page 306: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)
304 STARTING AND OPERATING RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE Transmission in NEU- NOT ALLOWED TRAL Dolly Tow Front Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED On Trailer...
Page 307 STARTING AND OPERATING 305 This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer CAUTION! provided all four wheels are OFF the ground. Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- This vehicle may also be towed using a tow dolly (with ments can cause severe transmission damage.
Page 309 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...309 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED ......322 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS .
Page 310 308 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ....338 ▫ Manual Transmission ....345 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .
Page 311: Hazard Warning Flashers
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 309 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 312: Tire Service Kit - If Equipped
310 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure Driving with a hot cooling system could damage cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot. your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime.
Page 313: Tire Service Kit Storage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 311 Tire Service Kit Storage Tire Service Kit Components And Operation The Tire Service Kit is located under the front driver’s seat. Tire Service Kit Components 1 — Sealant Bottle 5 — Mode Select Knob 2 —...
Page 314: Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions
312 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Using The Power Button Your Tire Service Kit is equipped with the following Push and release the Power Button (4) once to symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. turn On the Tire Service Kit.
Page 315 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 313 from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire Service Kit.
Page 316 314 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the heat source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 317: Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 315 on the ground. This will provide the best positioning WARNING! (Continued) of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated • Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- necessary to place the valve stem in this position sician immediately.
Page 318 316 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
Page 319 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 317 NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 320 318 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the (D) Drive Vehicle: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, the hose, and place the Tire Service Kit in the vehicle drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure storage location.
Page 321 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 319 (E) After Driving: If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 Bar) or higher: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop 1. Push the Power Button (4) to turn on Tire Service Kit to Use Tire Service Kit”...
Page 322 320 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the Tire Service Kit panel after the tire has been repaired. housing. 6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) 5.
Page 323: Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 321 Inspect the wheel mounting surface prior to mounting WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS the tire and remove any corrosion or loose particles. Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly calibrated torque wrench.
Page 324: Jacking And Tire Changing - If Equipped
322 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING —...
Page 325: Jack Location
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 323 Jack Location WARNING! (Continued) The jack and jack wrench tool are stowed in a bag under • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The the front driver’s seat. vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed.
Page 326: Spare Tire Removal
324 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut. Use the wrench Spare Tire Removal to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on The spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you cargo area.
Page 327 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 325 CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench tool only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can dam- age the winch. 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. Spare Tire 4.
Page 328: Preparations For Jacking
326 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 2.
Page 329: Jacking Instructions
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally Jacking Instructions opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front WARNING! tire, block the left rear wheel. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: •...
Page 330 328 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a Jack Warning Label service center where it can be raised on a lift.
Page 331 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 329 2. Remove center cap. 3. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. NOTE: There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding).
Page 332 330 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. Rear Jacking Location Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged.
Page 333 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 331 WARNING! WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and do not fully tighten the wheel bolts until the vehicle hurt someone near it.
Page 334 332 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 7. Install the spare wheel and wheel bolts with the cone WARNING! shaped end of the bolts toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the bolts. To avoid the risk of forcing the A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the bolts fully until hard stop could endanger the occupants of the ve- the vehicle has been lowered.
Page 335: Road Tire Installation
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 333 Road Tire Installation Vehicles Equipped With Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover.
Page 336 334 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Install the four wheel bolts with the cone shaped end 6. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are bolts.
Page 337: Spare Tire Stowage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 335 4. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE wrench while at the end of the handle for increased If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump- leverage. Refer to “Torque Specifications” in this sec- started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in tion for correct wheel bolt torque.
Page 338: Preparations For Jump-Start
336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. Preparations For Jump-Start The battery in your vehicle is located between the left front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash...
Page 339 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 337 3. Remove the protective cover over the positive (+) WARNING! battery post. To remove the cover, push the locking tab and pull upward on the cover. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised.
Page 340: Jump-Starting Procedure
338 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the Jump-Starting Procedure negative (-) post of the booster battery. WARNING! 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery result in personal injury or property damage due to...
Page 341 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 339 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster 4. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, battery.
Page 342: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
340 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it the risk of clutch or transmission failure during can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
Page 343: Shift Lever Override
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 341 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE CAUTION! (Continued) If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast moved out of the PARK position, you can use the may lead to transmission overheating and failure.
Page 344 342 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Push and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole, and push and hold the override release lever in. 6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. 7.
Page 345: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 343 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC MANUAL Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED If transmission is operable: •...
Page 346: Automatic Transmission
344 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent CAUTION! (Continued) damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other • When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not equipment designed for this purpose, following equip- attach to front or rear suspension components.
Page 347: Manual Transmission
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 345 • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off CAUTION! the ground). • DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with a CAUTION! conventional automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- towing, make sure all drive wheels are OFF the ments can cause severe engine and/or transmission...
Page 348 346 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you until the ignition key is turned off. must follow the system reset procedure. •...
Page 349 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 347 If a reset procedure step is not completed within 45 5. Turn Right Turn Signal Right Turn Light is ON seconds, then the turn signal lights will turn off and the Switch ON. SOLID. Left Turn Light reset procedure must be performed again in order to be BLINKS.
Page 351 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L ..351 ▫ Engine Air Cleaner Filter ....360 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO ..352 ▫...
Page 352 350 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ..381 ▫ Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running Lamps ......400 ▫...
Page 353: Engine Compartment - 1.4L
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 351 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Front Distribution Unit (Fuses) 8 —...
Page 354: Engine Compartment - 1.4L Turbo
352 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Engine Oil Fill 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 — Front Distribution Unit (Fuses)
Page 355: Onboard Diagnostic System - Obd Ii
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 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 automatic could also affect fuel economy and driveability.
Page 356 354 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when 2. As soon as you cycle the ignition switch to the ON the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is position, you will see the Malfunction Indicator Light ready for testing.
Page 357: Replacement Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 355 recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, DEALER SERVICE you may need to do nothing more than drive your Your authorized dealer has the qualified service person- vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II nel, special tools, and equipment to perform all service system to update.
Page 358: Maintenance Procedures
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES CAUTION! (Continued) The pages that follow contain the required maintenance • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids services determined by the engineers who designed your that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle.
Page 359 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 357 after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil CAUTION! (Continued) level before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. temperature. This loss of oil pressure and increased Checking engine oil level when the engine is cold will oil temperature could damage your engine.
Page 360 358 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Engine Oil Selection — 1.4L Turbo Engine CAUTION! For best performance and maximum protection under all Do not use chemical flushes in your engine oil as the types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only chemicals can damage your engine. Such damage is recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Page 361 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 359 The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine Synthetic Engine Oils oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil You may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compartment” in “Main- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- taining Your Vehicle”...
Page 362: Engine Oil Filter
360 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE station or governmental agency for advice on how and WARNING! where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine Engine Oil Filter backfire.
Page 363: Maintenance-Free Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 361 Maintenance-Free Battery WARNING! (Continued) Your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use tenance required.
Page 364: Air Conditioner Maintenance
362 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. CAUTION! Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. • It is essential when replacing the cables on the WARNING! battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to •...
Page 365 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 363 Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling HFO 1234yf — CAUTION! If Equipped Do not use chemical flushes in your air conditioning HFO 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro- system as the chemicals can damage your air condi- fluorocarbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmen- tioning components.
Page 366 364 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet on the 2. Pull the console closeout cover rearward to disengage lower right of center console. Perform the following the front retaining tab and remove the cover. procedure to replace the filter: 1.
Page 367 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 365 Air Filter Cover Screw Locations A/C Air Filter 4. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of 5. Install the A/C air filter with the air filter position the housing. Take note of the air filter position indica- indicators pointing in the same direction as removal.
Page 368: Body Lubrication
366 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after CAUTION! lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed. Particular attention should also be given to hood latching The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to components to ensure proper function.
Page 369 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 367 Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the from a dry windshield or rear window.
Page 370 368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder.
Page 371: Adding Washer Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 369 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into Exhaust System place. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust Adding Washer Fluid system. The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system;...
Page 372 370 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 373 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 371 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 374: Cooling System
372 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Coolant Checks Cooling System 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 375 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 373 If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or contains CAUTION! visible sediment, have an authorized dealer clean and flush with OAT coolant (antifreeze) (conforming to • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than MS.90032). specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 376 374 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE you use the same engine coolant (OAT coolant conform- CAUTION! (Continued) ing to MS.90032) 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 377 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 375 • Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- • Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recom- ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant mended and can result in cooling system damage. If (antifreeze) solution.
Page 378 376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE engine coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in WARNING! puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emergency assistance immediately. Clean up any ground • Do not open hot engine cooling system. Never add spills immediately.
Page 379 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 377 Points To Remember • If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, the cooling system should be pressure tested NOTE: When the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ for leaks. kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming •...
Page 380: Brake System
378 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before Brake System removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the In order to assure brake system performance, all brake fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake system components should be inspected periodically.
Page 381 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 379 Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- WARNING! (Continued) fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or taining Your Vehicle” for further information. moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 382: Manual Transmission - If Equipped
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Manual Transmission — If Equipped WARNING! (Continued) Lubricant Selection • Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. fluid.
Page 383: Automatic Transmission - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 381 NOTE: If contaminated with water, the fluid should be CAUTION! changed immediately. Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- Automatic Transmission — If Equipped turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration Selection Of Lubricant in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder.
Page 384 382 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! CAUTION! Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- the chemicals can damage your transmission compo- age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper nents.
Page 385: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 383 What Causes Corrosion? Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
Page 386 384 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month.
Page 387 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 385 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, packaged and sealed.
Page 388 386 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure — If Interior Care Equipped Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- carpeting. ner: Use MOPAR® Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery. •...
Page 389 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 387 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and WARNING! reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. lowed by rinsing.
Page 390 388 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Cover Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which The lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are minimizes reflections on the windshield. Do not use molded in clear plastic.
Page 391: Convertible Top Care - If Equipped
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 389 Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the Convertible Top Care — If Equipped buckles do not work properly. NOTE: Lubricate the top rails with Berulub FR 43 every 2000 cycles or if scratching noises due to dust are present. WARNING! CAUTION! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and...
Page 392 390 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Immediate removal of any contaminant is recommended. General Cleaning Regular washing of the top will enhance its life and Careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful appearance, and make successive cleanings easier. Do not in removing dust and other foreign particles.
Page 393: Fuses
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 391 Scrub in all directions, covering an area of about two FUSES square feet at a time. Avoid heavy scrubbing. Rinse the entire vehicle with water to remove all soap and dirt from WARNING! the top fabric and to prevent streaking on painted and •...
Page 394: Interior Fuses
392 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer. Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module (BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel.
Page 395 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 393 Cavity Vehicle Fuse Number Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow Central Door Locking 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Socket, Car Radio, Climate Control System 20 Amp Yellow Bi-Directional Washer 20 Amp Yellow Passenger Power Window 7.5 Amp Brown Left Low Beam, Headlamp Leveling 7.5 Amp Brown Airbag...
Page 396: Underhood Fuses
394 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE The ID number of the electrical component correspond- Underhood Fuses 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 fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover.
Page 397 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 395 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 60 Amp Blue – Body Controller 20 Amp Yellow – Audio Amplifier 20 Amp Yellow – Ignition Switch 40 Amp Orange – Anti-Lock Brake Pump 70 Amp Tan – Electric Power Steering 20 Amp Yellow –...
Page 398 396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description – 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission – 25 Amp Clear Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped) – 15 Amp Blue Powertrain – 15 Amp Blue Powertrain – 5 Amp Tan Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped) –...
Page 399: Vehicle Storage
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 397 Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 30 Amp Green – Rear Defroster – 5 Amp Tan Rear Defroster – 5 Amp Tan Heated Mirrors – If Equipped • Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of VEHICLE STORAGE service (e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21...
Page 400: Replacement Bulbs
398 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Bulbs Bulb Number Overhead Lamp Courtesy Lamp Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High Beam Headlamp HIR2LL Front Parking/Daytime Running Lamps W21/5W Front Fog Lamps H11LL Front Side Marker Lamps Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Side Direction Lamps WY5W...
Page 401: Bulb Replacement
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 399 Bulb Number Rear Tail and Stop Lamps P21/5W Rear Backup Lamps W16W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp License Plate Lamps LED (See Authorized dealer) NOTE: Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual.
Page 402: Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running
400 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running housing. Lamps 1. Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right. 4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise. 2. Open the wheel housing access door. 5.
Page 403: Front Fog Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 401 Front Fog Lamps Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps 1. Open the liftgate. To replace the front fog lights, see your authorized dealer. 2. Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps assembly.
Page 404: Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
402 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing 4. Press the retaining device and open the bulb holder. them slightly and turning counter-clockwise. 5. Remove the snap-fitted bulb to be replaced and re- 5.
Page 405: Fluid Capacities
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 403 FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 10.5 Gallons 40 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 1.4L/1.4L Turbo Engine 4 Quarts 3.8 Liters Cooling System 1.4L/1.4L Turbo Engine (MOPAR® 4.6 Quarts 4.4 Liters Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula) — with Manual Transmission 1.4L/1.4L Turbo Engine (MOPAR®...
Page 406: Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts
404 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant - 1.4L/1.4L Turbo We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Engine Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) meeting the require- ments of Chrysler Material Standard MS.90032. Engine Oil - 1.4L Engine We recommend you use API Certified SAE 5W-30 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
Page 407 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 405 CAUTION! CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) en- rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and damage and may decrease corrosion protection.
Page 408: Chassis
406 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR® C635 DDCT/MTX Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Use only MOPAR® AW-1 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission.
Page 409: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .408 ▫ Maintenance Chart ....410...
Page 410 408 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES scheduled oil change is performed by someone other MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle indicator system.
Page 411 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 409 Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil wear or damage. Change Indicator System: Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as master cylinder, and fill as needed.
Page 412 410 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: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and re- place if necessary.
Page 413 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 411 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Inspect parking brake function. Adjust as necessary. Additional Maintenance Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter. Clean and lube sun roof tracks. Replace spark plugs (1.4L En- gine).
Page 414 412 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: 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. Replace the timing belt. ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply.
Page 415 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 413 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 417 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ... .420 ▫ FIAT Customer Center ....417 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .
Page 418: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
416 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 419: Fiat Customer Center
• If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer. FIAT Canada Customer Center They want to know if you need assistance. P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1-800- •...
Page 420: Service Contract
418 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer (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).
Page 421: Warranty Information
See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the DVD, for the terms and provisions of FIAT Group To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Automobiles warranties applicable to this vehicle and Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424- 9153), market.
Page 422: In Canada
Canadian customers who wish to report a safety diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- defect to the Canadian government should contact Trans- ing, servicing, and repairing FIAT Group Automobiles port Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/...
Page 423: Department Of Transportation Uniform
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 424: Traction Grades
422 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE significantly from the norm due to variations in driving Temperature Grades habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, teristics and climate. representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Traction Grades controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 425 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 423 WARNING! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Page 427 INDEX...
Page 428 426 INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ... .374 Air Conditioner Maintenance ....362 Adding Fuel ......301 Air Conditioning.
Page 429 INDEX 427 Automatic Transmission ....231 Brakes ....... . .378 Adding Fluid .
Page 430 428 INDEX Cellular Phone ......209 Older Children And Child Restraints ..60 Chains, Tire .
Page 431 INDEX 429 Coolant Capacity ..... . .404 Dipsticks Coolant Level ......372 Automatic Transmission .
Page 432 430 INDEX New Trip ......166 Fuel Requirements ..... .296 Start Of Trip Procedure .
Page 433 INDEX 431 Engine Oil ......360 Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .....301 Engine Oil Disposal .
Page 434 432 INDEX General Information ..... . .295 Key ........11 General Maintenance.
Page 435 INDEX 433 Keys ........11 Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) ..147 Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) .
Page 436 434 INDEX Locks Media Hub ......98 Automatic Door ......23 Mirrors .
Page 437 INDEX 435 Change Interval ......357 Passing Light ......111 Checking .
Page 438 436 INDEX Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ..... . .25 Rotation, Tires ......285 Rear Window Features .
Page 439 INDEX 437 Seat Belt Maintenance ..... .388 Service Contract ......418 Seat Belts .
Page 440 438 INDEX Tilt Column ......118 Chains .......284 Wheel, Tilt .
Page 441 INDEX 439 Tread Wear Indicators ....280 Tread Wear Indicators ..... .280 Tire Safety Information .
Page 442 440 INDEX Adding Fluid ......369 Windows ....... .24 Washers, Windshield .
Page 443 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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Fiat 500 2015 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Things to Know before Starting Your Vehicle

Understanding the Features of Your Vehicle

Understanding Your Instrument Panel

Starting and Operating

Starting Procedures

Manual Transmission - if Equipped

Automatic Transmission

If Equipped

Autostick

Electronic Brake Control System

Tire Safety Information

Tires - General Information

Tire Chains (Traction Devices)

Tire Rotation Recommendations

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

FUEL REQUIREMENTS - 1.4L Engine

FUEL REQUIREMENTS - 1.4L Turbo

Adding Fuel

Trailer Towing

Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

What to Do in Emergencies

Maintaining Your Vehicle

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