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  • Page 1 2 01 4 U S E R G U I D E...
  • Page 2 We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & Corporate Communication S.p.A., used under license by Chrysler Group LLC. Copyright 2014 Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    (HomeLink®) ....64 WELCOME FROM FIAT ....2 POWER INVERTER ....66 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE POWER OUTLETS .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FIAT Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents preci- sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new FIAT vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. FIAT is a registered trademark of FIAT Group Marketing & Corporate Communication SpA, used under license by Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Power Mirrors 2. Uconnect® Phone (Bluetooth® Hands Free Calling) pg. 32 3. Turn Signals/Lights/High Beam Lever pg. 19 4. Instrument Cluster pg. 6 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display pg. 62 6. Speed Control pg. 22 7.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 11. Upper Glove Box 12. Dash Storage 13. Lower Glove Box 14. Climate Controls pg. 24 15. Power Outlet pg. 67 16. Shift Lever 17. Tilt Telescoping Steering Column pg. 18 18. Power Door Locks pg. 9 19.

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light - Oil Pressure Warning Light - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light - Air Bag Warning Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) - Power Steering System Warning Light - Generic Warning Light...
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped - Park/Headlight ON Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator (See page 69 for more information.)

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors And Liftgate • Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. • Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter once to unlock the driver’...

  • Page 11: Power Door Locks

    GETTING STARTED To Arm: • Press the Key Fob LOCK button. To Disarm The System: • Push the Key Fob UNLOCK button or cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position. The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm.

  • Page 12: Seat Belt

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • For personal security and safety in the event of an collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

  • Page 13: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).

  • Page 14: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED LATCH — Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren • Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. • The rear outboard seating positions have lower anchors and top tether anchors. The rear center seating position has a top tether anchor only.
  • Page 16 GETTING STARTED Installing The Child Restraint Using The LATCH Lower Anchors NOTE: Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints. 1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED 7. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See below for directions to attach a tether anchor. 8.

  • Page 18: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Manual Front Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting bar, located at the front of the seat near the floor, and release at the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and backward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.

  • Page 19: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS Manual Rear Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting handle, located at the front of the seat near the floor, and re- lease at the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and backward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.

  • Page 20: Heated Seats

    GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats The controls for the front heated seats are located on the outboard side of the seat. • Press the switch once to turn on the heated seat. • Press the switch a second time to turn off the heated seat. WARNING! •...

  • Page 21: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
  • Page 22 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE High Beams • Pull the lever rearward to activate the high beams. • A high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are on. NOTE: For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.

  • Page 23: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Rotate the lever upward to the first detent for intermittent wiper operation, the second detent for low wiper opera- tion and to the third detent for high Wiper/Washer Lever wiper operation.

  • Page 24: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. CRUISE READY will appear on the instru- ment cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on.
  • Page 25 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed • When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET - button. The speed decrement shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h): U.S.

  • Page 26: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.

  • Page 27: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Push the AUTO button. • Select the desired temperature by rotating temperature control knobs. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Recirculation • Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation. •...

  • Page 28: Rear Park Assist

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE REAR PARK ASSIST If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a chime will sound. The chime rate will change depending on the distance of the object, getting faster as the object gets closer to the bumper. The chime will become continuous when the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle is less than 12 inches (30 cm).

  • Page 29: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not let children play with the sunroof, or leave children unattended in the ve- hicle, and do not leave the key in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible to children). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
  • Page 30 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Shifting The Transmission • The transmission shift lever position (PRND) is displayed both on the shift lever and in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). • To drive, depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front of the shift lever and move the shift lever from PARK or NEUTRAL to the DRIVE position.
  • Page 31 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOSTICK NOT AutoStick® mode is unavailable due to a shift lever fault. AVAILABLE See your authorized dealer for diagnosis and service. AUTOMATIC MODE NOT The transmission is unable to shift itself automatically, AVAILABLE due to a fault condition. Use the AutoStick® mode to shift the transmission manually.

  • Page 32: Adding Fuel

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ADDING FUEL • Your vehicle is equipped with a cap-less fuel system. • Most fuel cans will not open the flapper door so a funnel is provided to open the flapper door to allow emergency refueling with a fuel can. Emergency Fuel Can Refueling 1.

  • Page 33: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition.

  • Page 34: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. Uconnect® Phone Button pg. 39 2. Uconnect® Voice Command Button pg. 58 3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 62 4. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 62 5. Phone Hang Up Button 6. Volume Knob / Audio Mute Button 7.
  • Page 35 ELECTRONICS 8. Disc Eject Button 9. Uconnect® 5.0 Radio pg. 35 10. Display On / Off Button 11. Back Button 12. Browse / Enter Button 13. Front Power Outlet pg. 67...

  • Page 36: Identifying Your Radio

    ELECTRONICS IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO Uconnect® 5.0 • 5” Touchscreen • Five buttons below the display • Disc slot above the display Uconnect® 6.5N • 6.5” Touchscreen • NAV button below the display...

  • Page 37: Uconnect® 5.0

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 5.0 Clock Setting 1. To start the clock setting procedure, perform either of the following: • Press the MORE hard-key below the display. Next, press the “Time” soft-key and then press the “Set” soft-key, or • Press the MORE hard-key on the right side of the display. Next, press the “Settings” soft-key, then “Clock and Date”...

  • Page 38: Radio Operation

    ELECTRONICS Equalizer, Balance And Fade 1. Press the MORE hard-key below the display then press the “Setting” soft-key. 2. Scroll down and press the “Audio” soft-key to open the Audio menu. 3. The Audio Menu shows the following options for you to customize your audio settings. Equalizer •...
  • Page 39 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the pre- mium programming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game, Oprah Radio®, every MLB®...
  • Page 40 ELECTRONICS USB/Audio Jack (AUX)/Bluetooth® Operation USB/iPod® The USB/AUX Jack is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the HVAC controls. • USB/iPod® Mode is entered by either inserting a USB Jump Drive or an iPod® cable into the USB port or by touching the MEDIA hard-key located below the display.

  • Page 41: Pairing A Phone

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 5.0 Phone Bluetooth® Hands Free Calling • If the Uconnect® Phone Button exists on your steering wheel, then you have the Uconnect® Phone features. • The Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications sys- tem with Voice Command Capability (see Voice Command section). •...
  • Page 42 ELECTRONICS Making A Phone Call • Press the Uconnect® Phone button • After the BEEP, say “dial” then the number (or “call” then the name as listed in your phone; see Phonebook). NOTE: You can also initiate a call by using the touchscreen on the Phone main screen. Receiving A Call —...
  • Page 43 ELECTRONICS Voice Command Tips • Using the complete name of a contact, as stored in your phonebook, (e.g. Call John Doe vs. Call John) results in greater system accuracy. • You can ‘chain’ commands together for faster results. Say “Call John Doe, mobile, ” for example.
  • Page 44 ELECTRONICS VOICE COMMAND QUICK REFERENCE Uconnect® 5.0 Voice Command • If the Uconnect Voice Command button exists on your steering wheel, you have the Voice Command feature, which is optimized for the driver. The Voice Com- mand feature lets you keep your hands on the wheel, and your eyes on the road. •...
  • Page 45 ELECTRONICS Steering Wheel Buttons • You can control many of your radio features using your voice. Press either the or Phone Pick Up button on your steering wheel. Steering Wheel Buttons to Radio Mode Media Mode Phone Mode Press: Uconnect® AM/FM &...
  • Page 46 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: PHONE “Dial 123-456-7890” (phone number) “Call John Smith mobile” (home, office, Call Initiation (Requires that phone has other) been Bluetooth® paired with radio) “Redial” “Show outgoing” (recent) “calls” “Search for John Smith” (any contact name in address book) Call Management “Show (display list) contacts”...

  • Page 47: Uconnect® 6.5N

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 6.5N At A Glance Displaying The Time • If the time is not currently displayed on the radio or player main page press the Settings button. In the Settings list, touch the “Clock” soft-key then touch On or Off for Show Time in Status Bar.
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS Audio Settings • Touch the “Audio” soft-key to activate the Audio settings screen to adjust Balance\Fade, Equalizer, and Speed Adjusted Volume. • You can return to the Radio screen by touching the “X” located at the top right. Balance/Fade •...
  • Page 49 ELECTRONICS Radio • To access the Radio mode, touch the RADIO button below the screen. Selecting Radio Stations • Touch the desired radio band (AM, FM or SXM) soft-key. Seek Up/Seek Down • Touch the “Seek Arrow” soft-keys for less than two seconds to seek through radio stations.
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the pre- mium programming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game, Oprah Radio®, every MLB®...
  • Page 51 ELECTRONICS Browse Lets you browse the SiriusXM channel listing or Genre listing. Favorites, Game Zone, Weather and Jump settings also provide a way to browse the SiriusXM channel list. Browse Sub-Menu Description Sub-Menu Shows the channel listing. Genre Provides a list of all genres, and lets you jump to a channel within the selected genre.
  • Page 52 ELECTRONICS MEDIA HUB – PLAYING iPod®/USB/MP3 DEVICES • There are many ways to play music from iPod®/MP3 players or USB devices through your vehicle's sound system. Audio Jack (AUX) • The AUX allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod®, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’...
  • Page 53 ELECTRONICS SD Card • Play songs stored on an SD card inserted into the SD card slot. • Song playback can be controlled using the radio or Steering Wheel Audio Controls to play, skip to the next or previous track, browse, and list the contents. Bluetooth®...
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 6.5N NAVIGATION — IF EQUIPPED • Press the NAV button to access the Navigation feature. Changing The Navigation Voice Prompt Volume 1. Touch the “View Map” soft-key from the Nav Main Menu. 2. With the map displayed, touch the “Options” soft-key in the lower right area of the screen then select Settings.
  • Page 55 ELECTRONICS Finding A Place By Spelling The Name • From the Main Navigation Menu touch the “Where to?” soft-key, touch the “Points of Interest” soft-key and then touch the “Spell Name” soft-key. • Enter the name of your destination. • Touch the “List”...
  • Page 56 ELECTRONICS Go Home • A Home location must be saved in the system. From the Main Navigation menu, touch the “Where To?” soft-key, then touch the “Go Home” soft-key. • Your route is marked with a blue line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated.
  • Page 57 ELECTRONICS Uconnect® 6.5 Phone Bluetooth® Hands Free Calling • If the Uconnect® Phone Button exists on your steering wheel, then you have the Uconnect® Phone features. • The Uconnect® Phone is a voice-activated, hands-free, in-vehicle communications sys- tem with Voice Command Capability (see Voice Command section). •...
  • Page 58 ELECTRONICS Select The Mobile Phone's Priority Level • When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite phone. Selecting Yes will make this phone the highest priority. This phone will take precedence over other paired phones within range.
  • Page 59 ELECTRONICS Phonebook • Uconnect® radios automatically downloads your phonebook from your paired phone, if this feature is supported by your phone. Entries are updated each time that the phone is connected. If your phone book entries do not appear, check the settings on your phone.
  • Page 60 ELECTRONICS WARNING! • Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions fol- lowing applicable laws regarding phone use. Your attention should be focused on safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing you and others to be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 61 ELECTRONICS • For best performance, adjust the rearview mirror to provide at least ½ in (1 cm) gap between the overhead console (if equipped) and the mirror. This will create an unob- structed path to the microphone on the overhead console. •...
  • Page 62 ELECTRONICS Voice Command Examples – Uconnect® 6.5N While In: Voice Command Example: GENERAL “Cancel” “Help” (to listen to suggested commands Anytime specific to current need “Repeat” RADIO “Tune to AM950”, “Tune to 95.5FM AM/FM (preset 5) “Tune to Satellite Channel 80's on 8”, Satellite Band Control Tune to Satellite Channel 32 (preset 4) MEDIA...
  • Page 63 ELECTRONICS While In: Voice Command Example: PHONE “Dial 123-456-7890” (phone number) “Call John Smith mobile” (home, office, Call Initiation (Requires that phone has other) been Bluetooth® paired with radio) “Redial” “Show outgoing” (recent) “calls” “Search for John Smith” (any contact name in address book) Call Management “Show (display list) contacts”...

  • Page 64: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Press the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Press the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SXM/AUX or USB port.

  • Page 65: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS EVIC Control Buttons The EVIC control buttons are located on the instrument panel below the radio. Press the MENU button briefly to access the menu and/or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option. Press and hold the MENU button (approximately one second) to return to the main screen.

  • Page 66: Universal Garage Door Opener (Homelink®)

    ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink®) • HomeLink® replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink® unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery. •...

  • Page 67: Using Homelink

    ELECTRONICS 5. At the garage door opener motor (in the garage), locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the garage door opener motor. Firmly press and release the “LEARN” or “TRAINING” button. NOTE: You have 30 seconds in which to initiate the next step after the LEARN button has been pressed.

  • Page 68: Power Inverter

    ELECTRONICS WARNING! • Your motorized door or gate will open and close while you are programming the universal transceiver. Do not program the transceiver if people or pets are in the path of the door or gate. • Do not run your vehicle in a closed garage or confined area while programming the transceiver.

  • Page 69: Power Outlets

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLETS • The front power outlet is located in front of the shift lever, between the two cupholders. • The rear power outlet is located in the left rear cargo area. NOTE: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.

  • Page 70: Utility

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING • Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Wheels OFF the Manual Euro Twin Clutch Condition Ground Transmission Transmission Transmission in NEU- Flat Tow NONE TRAL ALLOWED...

  • Page 71: What To Do In Emergencies

    24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • If your FIAT 500 L requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service, lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty, dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. See your Warranty booklet for further details.

  • Page 72: Indicator Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light This light informs you of a problem with the system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running.
  • Page 73 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN. • Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
  • Page 74 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air tempera- ture change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.

  • Page 75: Oil Pressure Warning Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.

  • Page 76: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, shift transmission into NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

  • Page 77: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary spare tire. The jack and jack- handle are stowed in rear cargo area behind the rear seat. Spare Tire Removal •...
  • Page 78 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. 3. When the spare is clear, remove the knob or plastic molded nut by rotating it counter-clockwise. 4. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel.
  • Page 79 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever in PARK (Euro Twin Clutch Transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmission).
  • Page 80 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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). Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 3.
  • Page 81 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 8. Finish tightening the bolts. Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel bolts. Alternate bolts until each bolt has been tightened twice. The correct wheel bolt torque is 63 ft lbs (86 N·m) for steel wheels and 89 ft lbs (120 N·m) for aluminum wheels.
  • Page 82 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.

  • Page 83: Tirefit Kit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT KIT Your vehicle may be equipped with a TIREFIT Kit. Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C).

  • Page 84: Tirefit Usage Precautions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.” •...
  • Page 85 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: Always start the engine before turning ON the TIREFIT kit. NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL. After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire.
  • Page 86 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes: The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assis- tance. NOTE: If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
  • Page 87 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pres- sure to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing. • When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit.

  • Page 88: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit. •...
  • Page 89 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jump-Start • The battery in your vehicle is located on the left side of the engine compartment. 1. Set the parking brake, shift the Euro Twin Clutch Transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF/LOCK. 2.
  • Page 90 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: •...

  • Page 91: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on.

  • Page 92: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Euro Twin Clutch Transmission • Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). Manual Transmission •...

  • Page 93: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rock- ing motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 94: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deploy- ment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’...

  • Page 95: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the red release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’ s door. • Raise the hood and locate the safety latch in the middle of the hood opening. •...

  • Page 96: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 97: Fluids And Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities Engine Coolant We recommend you use MOPAR® 6.1 Quarts 1.4L Turbo Engine Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/ (5.8 Liters) 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil with Filter We recommend you use API Certified 4 Quarts 1.4L Turbo Engine...

  • Page 98: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 99 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on.
  • Page 100 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...
  • Page 101 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

  • Page 102: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Underhood Fuses • The Front Distribution Unit is located on the drivers side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover. • The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.

  • Page 103: Interior Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 15 Amp Blue Fuel Pump 20 Amp Yellow Anti-Lock Brake Valves 7.5 Amp Brown Stability Control System 5 Amp Tan After Run Pump 70 Amp Tan PTC (Secondary) 40 Amp Orange Transmission 40 Amp Orange PTC (Primary)
  • Page 104 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicle Fuse Cavity Mini Fuse Description Number 7.5 Amp Brown Left Low Beam, Headlamp Leveling 7.5 Amp Brown Airbag Car Radio Switch, Climate Control System, Stop Light, Clutch, Reverse 5 Amp Tan Gear, Sunroof, Parking Sensor, Rear Camera Stop Light Switch, Instrument Panel 7.5 Amp Brown...

  • Page 105: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recom- mended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 106: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use a wheel cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

  • Page 107: Consumer Assistance

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1-888-242-6342 FIAT CANADA CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1–800–465–2001 (English) Phone: 1–800–387–9983 (French) ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.

  • Page 108: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 109: Mopar Accessories

    • For the full line of Authentic FIAT Accessories by Mopar®, visit your local FIAT dealer or online at mopar.com. EXTERIOR: •...

  • Page 110: Faq's

    • How much can I tow with my FIAT 500L? pg. 68 • How do I tow my FIAT 500L behind another vehicle? pg. 68 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 71 •...

  • Page 111: Index

    INDEX Adding Fuel ....30 Cruise Control (Speed Control) ..22 Airbag ....11 Customer Assistance .
  • Page 112 INDEX Interior and Instrument Lights ..5 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Inverter Outlet (115V) ...66 Disarm The Alarm ... . .9 Inverter, Power .
  • Page 113 INDEX Vehicle Security Alarm Disarming..9 Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ..104 Voice Command....42 Wind Buffeting ....27 Voice Recognition System (VR) .
  • Page 114 NOTES...
  • Page 115 This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new FIAT and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual,...
  • Page 116 User Guide Download a free Vehicle Information App by visiting your application store, Keyword (My FIAT), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi.

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