Fiat 124 SPIDER 2017 Owner's Manual
Fiat 124 SPIDER 2017 Owner's Manual

Fiat 124 SPIDER 2017 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 124 SPIDER 2 0 1 7 O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L...
  • Page 2 VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA This manual illustrates and describes the operation of With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name FCA features and equipment that are either standard or op- US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA tional on this vehicle.
  • Page 3 Dear Customer, We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat 124 Spider. We have written this Owner’s Manual to help you get to know all the features of your vehicle and use it in the best possible way.
  • Page 4 Read This Carefully REFUELING Only refuel with unleaded gasoline with a rating 91 octane recommended not less than 87 octane acceptable. Do not use gasoline containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and handling issues, as well as damage fundamental components of the fuel supply system.
  • Page 5: How To Use This Manual

    How To Use This Manual ESSENTIAL INFORMATION Each time directions (left/right or forward/backwards) are listed, they are determined by facing forward from the rear of the vehicle or as from the point of view of being seated inside the car. Special cases not complying with this rule will be properly specified in the text.
  • Page 6 Vehicle Modifications / Alterations IMPORTANT Any change or alteration of the vehicle might seriously affect its safety and road holding, thus causing accidents, in which the occupants could be fatally injured. ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER If after buying the vehicle, you decide to install electrical accessories that require a permanent electrical supply (e.g. radio, satellite anti-theft system, etc.) or accessories that burden the electrical supply, contact your Authorized Dealer, whose personnel will check whether the vehicles's electrical system is able to withstand the load required , or whether it needs to be integrated with a more powerful battery.
  • Page 7 RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND MOBILE PHONES Radio transmitter equipment (vehicle mobile phones, CB radios, amateur radio etc.) cannot be used inside the vehicle unless a separate aerial is mounted externally. Transmission and reception of these devices may be affected by the shielding effect of the vehicle body. As far as the use of EC-approved mobile phones is concerned (GSM, GPRS, UMTS, LTE), follow the usage instructions provided by the mobile phone Manufacturer.
  • Page 9 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY STARTING AND OPERATING IN CASE OF EMERGENCY SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INDEX...
  • Page 11 GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS FRONT VIEW 01020304-000-100 Spider Front View Front View 1 — Engine Compartment 3 — Doors 5 — Exterior Lights 2 — Windshield Wiper Blades 4 — Wheels and Tires...
  • Page 12: Rear View

    REAR VIEW 01020304-001-100-high.jpg Spider Rear View Rear View 1 — Outside Mirrors 3 — Antenna 5 — Exterior Lights 2 — Convertible Top (Soft Top) 4 — Trunk Lid 6 — Fuel Door...
  • Page 13: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL 02010200-129-555-high.jpg Spider Instrument Panel Instrument Panel 1 — Turn Signal/High Beams Lever 4 — Hazard Warning Lights Button 7 — Driver Air Bag 2 — Instrument Cluster 5 — Passenger Air Bag 8 — Control Buttons 3 — Windshield Wiper and Washers 6 —...
  • Page 14: Interior Overview

    INTERIOR OVERVIEW 01020304-002-100 Interior Overview INTERIOR OVERVIEW 1 — Steering Wheel 4 — Climate Control System 7 — Radio Control 2 — Inside Mirror 5 — Transmission 8 — Seats 3 — Radio Systems 6 — Parking Break...
  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE KEYS ....14 IGNITION SWITCH ... .21 ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM —...
  • Page 16: Keys

    KEYS Warning! Key Fob A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set; detach this Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the plate and store it in a safe place (not in automatic transmission into PARK or the the vehicle) for use if you need to make manual transmission into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the parking brake, turn the...
  • Page 17 Keyless Entry System Note: Changes or modifications not Additional key fobs may be expressly approved by the party obtained at an Authorized Dealership. The Keyless Entry System is an responsible for compliance could void Up to six key fobs may be used with enhancement that allows you to the user's authority to operate the the Keyless Entry System per vehicle.
  • Page 18 Note: Key Fob Buttons Unlock Button To unlock the doors and the trunk lid, Both of the doors, the trunk lid, and Lock Button push the unlock button and the fuel filler door will lock and the beep To lock the doors, trunk lid, and the fuel hazard warning lights will flash twice.
  • Page 19 Note: for the doors to lock automatically can Trunk Button be changed. A door or the trunk lid is To open the trunk lid, push and hold the The sound of the doors locking/ opened and the ignition is placed in any trunk button HOLD until unlocking can be heard.
  • Page 20 Operational Range With The Advanced Keyless Without The Advanced Keyless Function Function The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the key fob is being carried or on your person. Starting The Engine Starting the engine may be possible even if the key fob is outside of the vehicle and extremely close to a door...
  • Page 21 Key Suspend Function Note: Replacing the battery at an Authorized Dealership is recommended If a key fob is left in the vehicle, the to prevent damage to the key fob. If functions of the key fob left in the replacing the battery by yourself, follow vehicle are temporarily suspended to the instruction below.
  • Page 22: Engine Compartment

    scratched or damaged. If the rubber Expose the key fob to high ring comes out, reinstall it before temperatures on places such as the inserting a new battery. instrument panel or engine compartment, under direct sunlight. Key Fob Cautions Expose the key fob to any kind of magnetic field.
  • Page 23: Doors

    IGNITION SWITCH keyless ignition START/STOP button Note: without depressing the clutch or brake The indicator light (amber) turns off (the Push Button Start pedal. indicator light amber illuminates when Positions Do not leave the ignition in the ON the ignition has been placed in the ON The system operates only when the key position while the engine is not position and the engine is not running).
  • Page 24: Advanced Keyless Entry System — If Equipped

    ADVANCED Note: The Advanced Keyless Entry Do not leave the key fob in or near the System functions can be deactivated to KEYLESS ENTRY vehicle, (or in a location accessible to prevent any possible adverse effect on SYSTEM — IF children), and do not leave the ignition in a user wearing a pacemaker or other the ACC or ON/RUN mode.
  • Page 25 Locking/Unlocking The Doors And Opening The Trunk Lid General Information The Trunk Lid The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 26: Vehicle Security Alarm System — If Equipped

    VEHICLE SECURITY Expose the key fob to high Operation temperatures on places such as the ALARM SYSTEM — IF The engine may not start and instrument panel, hood, or under direct EQUIPPED warning light may illuminate or flash sunlight. if the key fob is placed in an area where Modifications And it is difficult for the system to detect the Note:...
  • Page 27 Cycle the ignition off, and then restart Siren/Horn Triggering Conditions How To Arm The System the engine. If the engine does not start The siren/horn sounds intermittently Close the windows and the after three or more tries, contact an and the hazard warning lights flash for convertible top securely.
  • Page 28 DOORS The hazard warning lights will flash With the Advanced Keyless Entry once to indicate that the Vehicle function: pushing a request switch on Lock / Unlock With Security Alarm System is armed when the exterior door handles. Emergency Key the doors are locked by pushing the Note: When the doors are unlocked by lock button on the key fob, or using the...
  • Page 29 Central Lock / Unlock Warning! Both doors, trunk lid, and fuel door lock automatically when the lock rocker switch is pushed with both doors For personal security and safety in the closed. event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors Note: The doors, trunk lid, and the fuel before you drive as well as when you park filler door cannot be locked while any...
  • Page 30 Double Locking System Lock/Unlock With — If Equipped Advanced Keyless Entry Function — If Equipped The double locking system is designed to prevent someone who has broken Both doors, trunk lid, and the fuel filler into your vehicle from opening the door door can be locked/unlocked by from the inside.
  • Page 31 To Unlock It may require a few seconds for the 4. The setting change is completed by doors to unlock after the request doing any one of the following: Driver's door request switch located on switch on the exterior door handle is the exterior door handle.
  • Page 32 Auto-Lock Function Auto Re-Lock Function Locking/Unlocking With Door-Lock Switch A beep sound is heard when both After unlocking with the request switch on the exterior door handle, both doors, Both doors and the fuel filler door lock doors are closed while the key is being carried.
  • Page 33 Auto Lock / Unlock Function — If Equipped When the vehicle speed exceeds 12 MPH (20 km/h), both doors, and fuel filler door lock automatically. When the ignition is placed in the OFF position, both doors, and fuel filler door unlock automatically. These functions can also be disabled so that they do not operate.
  • Page 34 Settings Changing Automatic Transmission Vehicles the ON position and in the event the vehicle receives an impact strong Settings can be changed using the The doors cannot be locked or unlocked while the setting following procedure: enough to inflate the air bags, both the function is being performed.
  • Page 35: Seats

    SEATS Seat Recline Heated Seats To recline the seatback, lift up the On some models, the front driver and Manual Adjustment recline lever, lean back until the desired passenger seats may be equipped with Forward / Rearward position has been reached, and release heaters in both the seat cushions and the lever.
  • Page 36: Non-Adjustable Head Restraints

    NON-ADJUSTABLE Once a heat setting is selected, Do not place anything on the seat or heat will be felt within two to five HEAD RESTRAINTS seatback that insulates against heat, such minutes. as a blanket or cushion. This may cause The non-adjustable head restraints are the seat heater to overheat.
  • Page 37: Steering Wheel

    STEERING WHEEL Driver And Passenger Head Restraints Steering Wheel Your vehicle is equipped with Adjustment non-adjustable head restraints on the To change the angle of the steering driver's and passenger's seatbacks. wheel: The non-adjustable head restraints Make sure the vehicle is not moving, consist of a trimmed foam covering and then pull down the lock release over the upper structure of the...
  • Page 38: Mirrors

    MIRRORS Inside Day / Night Mirror Reducing Glare From Headlights Push the lever forward for day driving Outside Mirrors (A position). Rear View Mirror Adjustment Before driving, adjust the inside and Pull it back to reduce glare of headlights Before driving, adjust the rear view outside mirrors.
  • Page 39 Auto Dimming Mirror — If Note: Equipped Caution! Do not use glass cleaner or The auto dimming mirror automatically suspend objects on or around the light reduces glare of headlights from sensor. Otherwise, light sensor To avoid damage to the mirror during vehicles at the rear when the ignition is sensitivity will be affected and may not cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution...
  • Page 40: Exterior Lights

    EXTERIOR LIGHTS Power Mirrors Folding Mirrors The ignition must be switched to ACC Fold the outside mirror rearward until it Headlights or ON position. is flush with the vehicle. Rotate the headlight switch to To adjust, rotate the mirror switch to the activate/deactivate the headlights, other left ( L ) or right ( R ).
  • Page 41 Headlight Operation Without Auto-Light Control Switch position Daytime Running Lights High Beams Ignition position ACC or OFF ACC or OFF ACC or OFF Headlights Daytime Running Lights Tail lights / Position lights / Number plate lights / Instrument panel illumination (*) If the driver's door is opened or 30 seconds have elapsed with the lights turned on, the lights turn off.
  • Page 42 Daytime Running Lights Automatic Lighting the windshield, be sure the wipers are (DRL) turned off completely when the engine When the headlight switch is in the is running. The daytime running lights turn on AUTO position and the ignition is automatically when the vehicle starts switched ON, the light will sense the Note:...
  • Page 43 Follow Me Home With auto-light control When the fog light switch is in The follow me home light system turns position and the headlight switch is on the headlights (low beams) when the in AUTO position, the front fog lights lever is operated.
  • Page 44: Windsheild Wipers / Washer

    WINDSHEILD The operation can be cancelled by The headlights turn off after moving the lever in the direction 30 seconds. WIPERS / WASHER opposite to which it was operated. The following lights turn on when the Windshield Wipers The three-flash turn signal function can leaving home light system is operated: Washer be turned on or off using the...
  • Page 45 — or LO: low speed operation Note: Do not shade the rain sensor by The auto-wiper control may not operate placing a sticker or a label on the when the rain sensor temperature is = or HI: high speed operation windshield.
  • Page 46: Climate Control System

    CLIMATE CONTROL Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades, the wiper motor is SYSTEM Warning! protected from motor breakdown, Operating Tips overheating and possible fire by a circuit breaker. This mechanism will Sudden loss of visibility through the The air conditioning system will only automatically stop operation of the windshield could lead to a collision.
  • Page 47 Have the air conditioner checked before the weather gets hot. A lack of Caution! refrigerant may make the air conditioner less efficient. The refrigerant specifications are indicated on a label The system uses a coolant that is (A or B depending on the market) compatible with the laws in force in the attached to the inside of the engine countries where the vehicle is sold, R134a...
  • Page 48 Center Vents (Front Passenger) Center vents are located on the dashboard. Air vent open/close: use the Center Vent tab (1) to open/close the center vents (A = open / B = close). Air flow direction adjustment: use the Center Vent tab (1) to adjust the center vents to the desired position.
  • Page 49 Airflow Mode 06010202-121-002 Airflow Locations 1 — Fixed Upper Air Diffuser 2 — Adjustable Side Air Vents 3 — Adjustable Center Air Vent 4 — Floor Vents...
  • Page 50 Manual Climate Control System With MAX A/C function 06010300-122-002 Manual Climate Controls With MAX A/C 1 — Temperature Control Knob 4 — Rear Window Defrost Button 2 — Blower Control Knob 5 — Air Recirculation Button 3 — Mode Selector Knob 6 —...
  • Page 51 Controls 4 – Rear Window Defrost Button Note: The Rear Window Defrost Button clears 1 – Temperature Control Knob Before opening the convertible top, fog and frost from the rear window. The make sure the Rear Window Defrost This dial controls the interior temperature ignition must be ON to use the Button is turned off.
  • Page 52 Outside Air Position: (LED off) 4. Set the Blower Control Knob to the Note: Outside air is allowed to enter the desired speed. If the air conditioner is used while cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or driving up large hills or in heavy traffic, 5.
  • Page 53 Ventilation Dehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Proceed as follows: Warning! Operate the air conditioner in cool or 1. Set the Mode Selector Knob to cold weather to help defog the position. Set the temperature control to the hot or windshield and side windows. warm position when defogging (Front 2.
  • Page 54 Automatic Climate Control System 06010900-122-999 Automatic Climate Controls — Type A 1 — Temperature Control Knob 4 — Rear Window Defrost Button 2 — Blower Control Knob 5 — Air Recirculation Button 3 — Mode Selector Knob 6 — A/C Button...
  • Page 55 GUID-06010900122 Automatic Climate Controls — Type B 1 — Temperature Control Knob 4 — Rear Window Defrost Button 2 — Blower Control Knob 5 — Air Recirculation Button 3 — Mode Selector Knob 6 — A/C Button...
  • Page 56 Controls automatically turned on, and the Air Use care when washing the inside of the Recirculation Button is automatically rear window. Do not use abrasive window 1 – Temperature Control Knob set to the outside air position for cleaners on the interior surface of the This knob controls internal temperature windshield defrosting.
  • Page 57 Outside Air Position: (LED Off) Operation Of Automatic Windshield Defrosting Outside air is allowed to enter the Air Conditioning And Defogging cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or Proceed as follows: Set the mode selector dial to the windshield defrosting. position and turn the fan control 1.
  • Page 58: Power Windows

    POWER WINDOWS Passenger Control Switches The passenger window can also be Power Window Controls operated using the master control switches on the driver's door: The ignition must be placed in the ON position for the power windows to operate. A power window may no longer open/close if you continue to push the switch after opening/closing the power window.
  • Page 59 Opening/Closing Power Windows Power Window System Initialization 4. Push the switch and fully open the Procedure window. If the battery was disconnected during 5. Pull up the switch to fully close the vehicle maintenance, or for other window and continue holding the reasons (such as a switch continues to switch for about two seconds after the be operated after the window is...
  • Page 60: Homelink — If Equipped

    HOMELINK — IF For engine-off operation of the power 1. Locked position (button pushed): window, the switch must be held up only the driver's power window can be EQUIPPED firmly throughout window closure operated. General Information because the auto-closing function will 2.
  • Page 61 The HomeLink system provides three 4. After the HomeLink indicator light after 1982. Do not use a garage door buttons which can be individually changes from a slow to a rapidly opener without these safety features. Call selected and programmed using the blinking light, release both the toll-free 1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet transmitters for current, on-market...
  • Page 62 8. At the garage door opener receiver Gate Operator/Canadian Operating The System Programming (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate Press the programmed HomeLink the “learn” or “smart” button. This can Canadian radio-frequency laws require button to operate a programmed usually be found where the hanging transmitter signals to “time-out”...
  • Page 63: Internal Equipment

    INTERNAL EQUIPMENT Caution! Storage Compartments Center Console Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the storage compartments while parked under The center console is located between the sun. A lighter could explode or the the driver and passenger seats. plastic material in eyeglasses could deform and crack from high temperature.
  • Page 64 Back Trim Storage Compartment After returning the seat to its original Interior Lights position, make sure the seat is secured Small items can be stored in the back Overhead Light by attempting to lightly move it forward trim storage comparment which are The interior light is located in the and backward.
  • Page 65 Trunk Light Turn on for about five seconds when ignition is switched off (interior lights a door is opened from the outside with turn off a few seconds). The trunk light comes on when the lid is a key fob being carried and then the open and turns off when it's closed.
  • Page 66 The ignition must be switched to ACC Note: To prevent discharging of the or ON. battery, do not use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling. To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure, pay attention to the following: Warning! Do not use accessories that require...
  • Page 67 Installing Cupholders When installing a cupholder, insert it Caution! firmly into the installation hole and make sure that it is secured in place. Do not place plastic bottles without caps in the cup holders. Otherwise, the contents may spill while the vehicle is being driven.
  • Page 68: Trunk Lid

    TRUNK LID Windblocker Using The Remote Release Button — If Equipped This windblocker reduces rear wind Opening coming into the cabin when driving with the convertible top down. Warning! Before opening the trunk lid, remove any snow and ice accumulation on it. Otherwise, the trunk lid could close under the weight of the snow and ice resulting in injury.
  • Page 69 Using The Electric Trunk Lid The trunk lid can be closed when the Opener doors are locked with the key fob left in the vehicle. However, to prevent locking With the remote release button: a trunk the key fob in the vehicle, the trunk lid lid can also be opened while the key can be opened by pushing the electric fob is being carried.
  • Page 70: Trunk Emergency Release

    TRUNK EMERGENCY 3. Partially peel back the cover on the Trunk Safety Warning right side of the vehicle. RELEASE As a security measure, a trunk internal Warning! emergency release lever is built into the rear tail panel. In the event of an adult Do not allow children to have access to the or child being locked inside the trunk, trunk, either by climbing into the trunk from...
  • Page 71: Hood

    HOOD Opening The Hood Proceed as follows: 1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to open the hood. 07030201-122-001 07030201-123-002 Sliding The Latch Lever To The Inserting Support Rod Into Hole Right 4 — Support Rod Hole 2 — Latch Lever Closing The Hood 3.
  • Page 72: Convertible Top (Soft Top)

    CONVERTIBLE TOP 3. Lower the hood slowly to a height of about 8 in (20 cm) above its closed (SOFT TOP) position and then let it drop. Lowering The Convertible Top Warning! Warning! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
  • Page 73 5. Remove the striker from the anchor. 6. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold the convertible top along the front edge and pull it toward the rear of the vehicle. To lower the convertible top from inside the vehicle, use the convertible top handles.
  • Page 74 Raising The Convertible Proceed as follows: 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied and the engine is turned off. 2. Pull the unlock lever upward to disengage the lock. 04110103-L23-002 Convertible Handle Location 2 — Convertible Top Handles 4. Sitting in a seat, grasp the convertible top handles, and push the convertible top against the windshield.
  • Page 75 The convertible top may be The soft top is made of high quality constricted if it is left retracted for a material and if it is not maintained long period. Therefore, if the top has correctly, the material could harden, become constricted, it may be difficult becomes stained, or have an uneven to hook the top latch striker to the...
  • Page 76: Electric Power Steering

    ELECTRIC POWER ENVIRONMENT STEERING PROTECTION Caution! SYSTEMS Power Steering Emission Control System Electric power steering is only operable Before opening the convertible top, This vehicle is equipped with an when the engine is running. make sure the rear window defroster emission control system (the catalytic switch is turned off.
  • Page 77 Do not tamper with the emission control system. All inspections and adjustments must be made by your Authorized Dealer. Do not push-start or pull-start your vehicle. Under U.S. federal law, any modification to the original-equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to penalties.
  • Page 78 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II ...77 CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTS ....78 MAINTENANCE MONITOR —...
  • Page 79 ONBOARD If the MIL is flashing while the engine is Access, or allow others to access, DIAGNOSTIC running, severe catalytic converter damage information stored in your vehicle systems, SYSTEM — OBD II and power loss will soon occur. Immediate including personal information. service is required.
  • Page 80: Control Panel And Instruments

    CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTS Instrument Cluster 05020100-667-333 Spider Instrument Cluster 1 — Odometer/Trip Computer And Trip Computer Button/Dashboard Illumination 2 — Tachometer 3 — Speedometer 4 — Automatic Transmission Info Display 5 — Odometer/Trip Computer Info/Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge/Fuel Gauge/Outside Temperature/Cruise Control/Info Switch Display...
  • Page 81 When the ignition is placed in the ACC and dashboard illuminations can be or OFF position, the odometer or trip Versions With Fiat Connect 7.0: if adjusted by rotating the knob: cannot be displayed. Pushing the the fuel economy data is reset using the...
  • Page 82 The brightness increases by Trip Computer And Info Distance-To-Empty Mode Switch rotating the knob to the right. This mode displays the approximate distance you can travel on the The following information can be remaining fuel based on the fuel selected by pushing the INFO switch economy.
  • Page 83 The distance-to-empty is the After pushing the INFO switch, “- - - Current Fuel Economy Mode approximate remaining distance the mpg” (“- - - L/100 km”) will be This mode displays the current fuel vehicle can be driven until all the displayed for about 1 minute before the economy by calculating the amount of graduation marks in the fuel gauge...
  • Page 84 Average Vehicle Speed Mode Tachometer Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge And This mode displays the average vehicle The tachometer shows engine speed in Fuel Gauge speed by calculating the distance and thousands of revolutions per minute the time traveled since connecting the (rpm).
  • Page 85 Fahrenheit and the outside temperature is displayed. Celsius using the following procedure. Vehicles With Fiat Connect 7.0 Fuel Gauge Settings can be changed through the The fuel gauge 2 shows approximately Connect 7.0 radio screen. Refer to how much fuel is remaining in the tank “Personalization Features”...
  • Page 86 Cruise Control Set Versions With Manual Transmission Vehicle Speed Display The gear shift indicator turns off when the following operations are performed: The vehicle speed preset using the cruise control is displayed. The vehicle is stopped. The vehicle is put in neutral. The vehicle is driven in reverse.
  • Page 87 Unless reset, this message will continue to display each time you turn the 1 to 2 7 mph (11 km/h) Versions With Fiat Radio 3.0 ignition switch to the ON/RUN position. “Oil Change” with flexible settings are 2 to 3...
  • Page 88 Oil Life Monitor You can customize settings in the setup display as follows: Item Explanation Setting Notification can be turned on/off. Displays the time or distance until maintenance is due. Select this item to set Time (months) the maintenance period. “Scheduled Due!” is displayed in red, and the wrench indicator light will illuminate in the Instrument Cluster Scheduled...
  • Page 89 Item Explanation Setting Notification can be switched on/off. Displays the distance until an oil change is due. Select this item to set the oil change distance. “Oil Change Due!” is displayed in Distance (mile or km) red, and the wrench indicator light will illuminate in the Instrument Cluster when the remaining distance is less than 300 mi (500 km).
  • Page 90 6 seconds. Description Select the icon in the menu and 1. Displays the fuel economy for the Versions With Fiat Connect 7.0 perform the operation. Each icon past 60 minutes: The “Fuel Consumption” information is operates as follows:...
  • Page 91 3. Calculates the average fuel Note: Ending Screen Display economy every minute after vehicle The fuel economy data can be reset by If the ending display on the fuel travel begins, and displays it. doing the following operation: economy monitor is on when the ignition is cycled from ON position to Push the reset switch from the the OFF position, the information...
  • Page 92: Warning Lights And Messages

    WARNING LIGHTS Vehicles With Fiat Connect 7.0 Low Fuel Warning Light AND MESSAGES The warning contents can be verified Seat Belt Warning Light on the audio system. Warning Lights And Door Ajar Warning Light Proceed as follows: Messages Low Washer Fluid Level Warning...
  • Page 93 Red Warning Lights Warning Light What It Means PARKING BRAKE WARNING - WARNING LIGHT INSPECTION/LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL WARNING Parking brake warning / Warning light inspection The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched to START or ON.
  • Page 94 Warning Light What It Means ALTERNATOR FAILURE If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Dealership.
  • Page 95 Red Warning Lights Warning light What It Means HIGH ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, and illuminates when the engine coolant temperature increases further. Handling procedure Flashing light: drive slowly to reduce engine load until you can find a safe place to stop the vehicle and wait for the engine to cool down.
  • Page 96 Red Warning Lights Warning light What It Means KEY WARNING LIGHT (ILLUMINATED) If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it illuminates continuously. Note: If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator light (amber) flashes, the engine may not start.
  • Page 97 Amber Warning Lights Warning light What it means ABS WARNING LIGHT If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, when the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS.
  • Page 98 Caution! Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is required.
  • Page 99 Amber Warning Lights Warning light What it means TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) WARNING LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED) The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
  • Page 100 Warning light What it means on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
  • Page 101 Versions With Fiat Connect 7.0 System The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction. Operate the center display and verify the content. Refer to “Vehicles With Fiat Connect 7.0” paragraph in this chapter. Cold Start Disable Indicator Light When the ambient temperature is extremely low, the engine may not crank even when the engine starting procedure is performed.
  • Page 102 Amber Warning Lights Warning lights What it means LED HEADLIGHT WARNING LIGHT This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Contact an Authorized Dealership as soon as possible. BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) OFF INDICATOR LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED) A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions: The light does not turn on when the ignition is placed in the ON position.
  • Page 103 Amber Warning Lights Warning light What it means TCS / DSC SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHT The warning light turns on when the in case of intervention of TCS/DSC systems. This means that the vehicle is in critical stability and grip conditions. DSC OFF INDICATOR LIGHT The warning light turns on when the DSC system is deactivated.
  • Page 104 Green Warning Lights Warning light What it means LEFT DIRECTION INDICATOR The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved downwards or, together with the right direction indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pushed. RIGHT DIRECTION INDICATOR The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved upwards or, together with the left direction indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pushed.
  • Page 105 Blue warning light Warning light What it means MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS The warning light switches on when the main beam headlights are turned on. LOW ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATOR LIGHT The light illuminates continuously when the engine coolant temperature is low and turns off after the engine is warm.
  • Page 106 Warning Light (Red Color) On Dashboard Trim Warning light What it means SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT The seat belt warning light turns on if the driver or passengers seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened with the ignition placed in the ON position. If the driver or passengers seat belt is unfastened (only when the passenger seat is occupied) and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 12 MPH (20 km/h), the warning light flashes.
  • Page 107 Message Indicated On Warning Sound Is Display — If Equipped Activated Caution! With Fiat Connect Lights-On Reminder 7.0 System If lights are on and the ignition is placed Do not drive the vehicle with the air If a message is displayed in the center...
  • Page 108 passengers seat. The sensor may not Note: Because the key fob uses To allow the front passenger seat weight function properly because the low-intensity radio waves, the sensor to function properly, do not place additional seat cushion could cause warning may activate if the key fob and sit on an additional seat cushion on the sensor interference.
  • Page 109 Key Left-In-Vehicle Warning Beep Tire Inflation Pressure Warning Reversing: if a moving object such as Beep — If Equipped a vehicle or two-wheeled vehicle (with the advanced keyless function) approaches on the left or right from Vehicle With Conventional Tires: the If a key fob is left in the vehicle and all behind your vehicle, the Blind Spot warning beep sound will be heard for...
  • Page 110: Personalization Features

    Settings change method 1. Settings can be changed by operating the center display screen A: Refer to the “Settings” paragraph in Fiat Connect 7.0 Supplement for further information. B: Refer to “Fuel economy monitor” paragraph in this chapter. 2. Settings can be changed by operating the vehicle switches C: Refer to “Auto lock/unlock function”...
  • Page 111 Settings Change Method Item Feature Factory Setting Available Settings Keyless Entry Time for locking door 90 seconds/60 seconds/30 30 seconds — System automatically seconds Time for locking door 90 seconds/60 seconds/30 30 seconds — automatically seconds Advanced Keyless Auto-lock function operation/non On/Off —...
  • Page 112 Settings Change Method Item Feature Factory Setting Available Settings Turn Signals Beep volume High/Low — Three-Flash Turn Operational/Non-operational On or Off On/Off — Signal System Language Language indicated in display English Depends on market (****) — Temperature unit indicated in Temperature °C °F/°C...
  • Page 113 SAFETY SAFETY SYSTEMS ...112 AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS . .114 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....123 SEAT BELT SYSTEMS ..124 CHILD RESTRAINT PRECAUTIONS .
  • Page 114: Safety Systems

    SAFETY SYSTEMS Note: The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, Braking distances may be longer on Safety Systems nor can it increase braking or steering loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for The vehicle has the following safety efficiency beyond that afforded by the example) which usually have a hard systems:...
  • Page 115 power to the drive wheels, limiting control side slip when driving on If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or wheel spin and loss of traction. slippery surfaces, or during sudden or the brake assist system may have a evasive maneuvering, enhancing vehicle malfunction and they may not operate The indicator light turns on when the...
  • Page 116 AUXILIARY DRIVING Note: input for the conditions. Only a safe, SYSTEMS attentive, and skillful driver can prevent When DSC is on and you attempt accidents. The capabilities of an DSC to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or Blind Spot Monitoring equipped vehicle must never be exploited drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the (BSM) System...
  • Page 117 The detection area on this system Activation / Deactivation The temperature near the radar covers the driving lanes on both sides sensors (rear) becomes extremely hot The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) of the vehicle and from the rear part of due to driving for long periods on system will operate when all of the the doors to about 164 ft (50 m) behind...
  • Page 118 beep may not occur or they may be sound system waves will be blocked The warning lights turn on when a delayed: causing the system to not operate vehicle approaching from the rear in an normally. adjacent lane is detected. A vehicle makes a lane change from In the following cases, it may be difficult When the ignition is switched ON, the...
  • Page 119 cancellation button to cancel the Note: dimmer and increase the brightness of When the ignition is switched off, Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning the condition before the system was lights when they turn on. turned off is maintained. For example, Refer to “Instrument Panel Illumination”...
  • Page 120 A large deviation in the installation A vehicle is approaching directly position of a radar sensor (rear) on the from the rear of your vehicle. vehicle has occurred. The vehicle is parked on a slant. There is a large accumulation of Directly after pushing the BSM snow or ice on the rear bumper near a switch and the system becomes...
  • Page 121 TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Tire Pressure Monitoring System — Lo/Hi Grade The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) monitors the air pressure of all four tires. If the air pressure of one or more tires is too low, the system warns the driver by indicating the warning light in the 05281200-03A-005...
  • Page 122 A run-flat tire, snow tire, or tire chains Tire Pressure Monitoring System are used. Initialization In the following cases, system An emergency tire is used (the initialization must be performed so that warning light may flash and then the system operates normally: continue illuminating).
  • Page 123 Tire Pressure Monitoring System — inflate them to the proper pressure. variety of reasons, including the Sport Grade Driving on a significantly under-inflated installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that tire causes the tire to overheat and can The TPMS system monitors the prevent the TPMS from functioning lead to tire failure.
  • Page 124 When excess snow or ice adheres to When your Authorized Dealer Replacing Tires And Wheels the vehicle, especially around the changes your vehicle's tires, they will Note: wheels. complete the tire pressure sensor ID signal code registration. When replacing/repairing the tires or When the tire pressure sensor wheels or both, have the work done by batteries are discharged.
  • Page 125 OCCUPANT Note: After inspecting or adjusting the tire RESTRAINT pressure always reinstall the valve stem The tire pressure sensor ID signal SYSTEMS cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt code must be registered when a new from entering the valve stem, which could tire pressure sensor is purchased.
  • Page 126: Seat Belt Systems

    SEAT BELT Except Mexico SYSTEMS All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts Buckle up even though you are an out of the way when not in use. excellent driver, even on short trips. The driver's seat belt has no provisions Someone on the road may be a poor for child-restraint systems and has only driver and could cause a collision that...
  • Page 127 you. Be sure the seat belt is flat against or modify the seat belt system. Seat belt Do not allow people to ride in any area your body, without twists. If you can’t assemblies must be replaced after a of your vehicle that is not equipped with straighten a seat belt in your vehicle, take it collision.
  • Page 128 Emergency Locking Automatic Locking Mode Lap/Shoulder Belts Mode Always use the automatic locking mode Fastening The Seat Belt to keep the child-restraint system from When the seat belt is fastened, it will shifting to an unsafe position in the always be in the emergency locking event of an accident.
  • Page 129 GUID-03020201122002 GUID-03020202UNF001 GUID-0302020012A001 Adjusting The Seat Belt Latching/Unlatching The Seat Belt Seat Belt Routing Guides 1 — Position Lap Belt Across Lap Area 1 — Seat Belt Release Button 1 — Shoulder Belt Routing Guides 2 — Lap Belt Routing 3 —...
  • Page 130 may not hold in the critical moment the extender provided for you and for the passenger seat. Using a seat belt extender of a crash. particular vehicle and seat. to fasten a child restraint system on any seat is dangerous. Always follow the child When ordering an extender, only order NEVER use the extender in a different restraint system manufacturer's installation...
  • Page 131: Child Restraint Precautions

    CHILD RESTRAINT pretensioner operates on the side in Note: which the collision occurs. The PRECAUTIONS These devices are not a substitute pretensioners operate differently for proper seat belt placement by the Child Restraints depending on what types of air bags occupant.
  • Page 132 With Passenger Occupant Child Restraint System Types Classification System Warning! To reduce the chance of injuries caused In this Owner Handbook, explanation of by deployment of the passenger Air child restraint systems secured with Bag, the passenger occupant Improper installation can lead to failure seat belts is provided for the following classification sensor work as a part of of an infant or child restraint.
  • Page 133 Infant Seat Booster Seat Child Seat Installation Position An infant seat provides restraint by A booster seat is a child restraint bracing the infant's head, neck and accessory designed to improve the fit of The passenger lap/shoulder belt can back against the seating surface. the seat belt system around the child's easily be converted into the automatic body.
  • Page 134 Place the child-restraint system on Note: Inspect this function before the seat without putting your weight on each use of the child restraint system. Warning! the seat and secure the child-restraint You should not be able to pull the system with the lap portion of the shoulder belt out of the retractor while lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 135: Supplementary Restraint System

    SUPPLEMENTARY This vehicle has front air bags and Reduce the possibility of being lap/shoulder belts for both the driver thrown from your vehicle. RESTRAINT SYSTEM and front passenger. The front air bags SRS — AIR BAG Reduce the possibility of injuries to are a supplement to the seat belt lower body and legs during an accident Description...
  • Page 136 Warning! Warning! Unapproved modifications or service No objects should be placed over or procedures to the passenger seat near the air bag on the instrument panel or assembly, its related components, seat steering wheel because any such objects cover, or cushion may inadvertently change could cause harm if the vehicle is in a the air bag deployment in case of a frontal collision severe enough to cause the air...
  • Page 137 Supplementary Restraint System Components With Passenger Occupant Classification System 03040300-121-002-high.jpg 1 — Driver/Passenger Inflators And Air 5 — Side Crash Sensors 9 — Passenger Occupant Classification Bags Sensor 2 — Crash Sensors And Diagnostic 6 — Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner 10 —...
  • Page 138 Without Passenger Occupant Classification System 03040300-122-003-high.jpg 1 — Driver/Passenger Inflators And Air 4 — Front Air Bag Sensors 7 — Side Inflators And Air Bags Bags 2 — Crash Sensors And Diagnostic 5 — Side Crash Sensors Module (Sas Unit) 3 —...
  • Page 139 How The SRS Air Bags Driver Air Bag Passenger Air Bag Work The driver's air bag is mounted in the (Dual stage) steering wheel. The passenger Air Bag is mounted in Your vehicle is equipped with the the passenger dashboard. following types of SRS air bags.
  • Page 140 Warning! Warning! Occupants, including children, who are If an occupant in the front passenger up against or very close to side air bags seat is seated improperly, the occupant can be seriously injured or killed. may provide an output signal to the OCS Occupants, including children, should that is different from the occupant’s never lean on or sleep against the door,...
  • Page 141 Warning Light/Beep A system malfunction or operation Warning! conditions are indicated by a warning. Refer to “Warning lights and messages” paragraph in “Knowing your instrument Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do panel” chapter for further information. not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat.
  • Page 142 SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria This chart indicates the applicable SRS equipment that will deploy depending on the type of collision (the illustrations are the representative cases of collisions). Types of collision SRS equipment A severe frontal/near frontal A severe side collision (*) A rear collision collision SRS Equipment...
  • Page 143 Limitations To SRS Air Warning! Warning! In severe collisions such as those described in "SRS Air Bag Deployment Unapproved modifications or service Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in Criteria" paragraph, the applicable SRS procedures to the passenger seat your instrument panel could mean you air bag equipment will deploy.
  • Page 144 Limitations To Side Collision Detection Side collisions may not be detected as severe enough to deploy the SRS air bag equipment: Side impacts involving trees or poles Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles B. Roll-over. 03040600-124-002 Roll-Over Collision Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger occupant classification sensor as a part of the supplementary...
  • Page 145 This system shuts off the passenger front and side Air Bags and seat belt pretensioner system, so make sure the passenger Air Bag deactivation indicator light turns on. The air bag/seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes and the passenger Air Bag deactivation indicator light illuminates if the sensors have a possible malfunction.
  • Page 146 If the passenger Air Bag If the passenger Air Bag Passenger Air Bag Deactivation deactivation indicator light does not deactivation indicator light turns on Indicator Light On/Off Condition turn on after installing a child restraint when an occupant is seated directly in Chart system on the passenger seat, first, the passenger seat, have the...
  • Page 147 If the passenger air bag deactivation Maintaining Your Air Bag Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a indicator light does not turn on when System vehicle with a rear seat. the ignition is switched ON and does Children 12 years or younger should not turn on as indicated in the always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a Warning!
  • Page 148 EVENT DATA Note: However, if necessary, FCA will: RECORDER (EDR) Use the data for research on FCA EDR data are recorded by your vehicle performance, including safety. vehicle only if a non-trivial crash or near This vehicle is equipped with an event crash-like situation occurs;...
  • Page 149: Constant Monitoring

    CONSTANT Data Handling With Passenger Occupant Classification System MONITORING FCA and its subcontracting parties may obtain and use the recorded data for Passenger Air Bag Deactivation The following components of the Air vehicle malfunction diagnosis, research Indicator Light Bag systems are monitored by a and development, and quality diagnostic system: Passenger Occupant Classification...
  • Page 150 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING THE ENGINE ..149 BRAKE SYSTEM ... .150 MANUAL TRANSMISSION ..152 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED ....153 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL .
  • Page 151: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE Never press the accelerator pedal for 4. Place the start button in the ON starting the engine. mode, push and release it as soon as ENGINE the engine starts. If the engine does not Models Equipped With A Starting The Engine start within 10 seconds, push the start Manual Transmission...
  • Page 152: Brake System

    BRAKE SYSTEM Extended Park Starting After Starting — Warming Up The Engine Note: This vehicle has power-assisted brakes Proceed as follows: that adjust automatically through Extended Park condition occurs when normal use. Should power-assist fail, the vehicle has not been started or 1.
  • Page 153 Releasing the Parking Brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the Warning! Warning! parking brake lever upwards, then press the release button. While holding the button, lower the parking brake Riding the brakes can lead to brake Never leave children alone in a vehicle, failure and possibly a collision.
  • Page 154: Manual Transmission

    MANUAL should be replaced. When you hear this noise contact your Authorized Dealer as TRANSMISSION soon as possible. Manual Transmission Brake Assist During emergency braking situations when it is necessary to depress the Warning! brake pedal with greater force, the brake assist system provides braking assistance, thus enhancing braking You or others could be injured if you leave...
  • Page 155 AUTOMATIC seriously or fatally injured. Children should TRANSMISSION — IF be warned not to touch the park brake, Caution! EQUIPPED brake pedal or the transmission gear selector. Shift Interlock Do not leave the key fob in or near the Keep your foot off the clutch pedal vehicle (or in a location accessible to except when shifting gears.
  • Page 156 DRIVE (D), and MANUAL (M)(+/–) shift gear may be retained as the vehicle positions. speed increases. If you notice the Warning! engine speed going higher or hear the The transmission may be shifted freely engine racing, confirm you have not from REVERSE (R), to NEUTRAL (N), to accidentally slipped into manual shift DRIVE (D), to MANUAL (M)(+/–).
  • Page 157 REVERSE (R) DRIVE (D) Never leave children alone in a vehicle, In position REVERSE (R), the vehicle DRIVE (D) is the normal driving position. or with access to an unlocked vehicle. moves only backward. You must be at From a stop, the transmission will Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of a complete stop before shifting to or...
  • Page 158 Depending on the road and driving Proceed as follows: 3. Take the vehicle to an Authorized conditions/vehicle operations, gear Dealer. 1. Remove the shift — lock override shifting could be delayed or not occur, cover using a cloth-wrapped flat head however, this does not indicate a screwdriver.
  • Page 159 Do not drive the vehicle with the tachometer needle in the red zone Caution! while in manual shift mode. In addition, manual shift mode switches to automatic shift mode while the Changing to manual shift mode while accelerator pedal is completely driving will not damage the transmission.
  • Page 160: Electronic Speed Control

    ELECTRONIC SPEED Direct mode is cancelled (released) pressed for performing kickdown, and under the following conditions: functions to control whether or not CONTROL kickdown should be performed. The vehicle is driven for a certain Electronic Speed amount of time or longer (time differs While the gear selector is in the Control depending on the driving conditions...
  • Page 161 Activation / Deactivation Warning! Note: When the ignition is placed in the off position, the system status before it was turned off is stored. For Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could example, if the ignition is placed in the accidentally set the system or cause it to off position while the cruise control is go faster than you want.
  • Page 162 Setting A Desired Speed Vehicles with Speed limiter: the Increasing Speed MODE button for the adjustable speed Proceed as follows: To increase speed using cruise limiter is pushed. control button: With Speed limiter: activate the Push the RESUME/+ button and cruise control device by pushing the Release the SET/- button at the desired hold it your vehicle will accelerate.
  • Page 163 Decreasing Speed TEMPORARILY Note: CANCELLING THE If any of the following conditions occur, To decrease speed using cruise SYSTEM control buttons: the cruise control system is temporarily canceled: Push the SET/- button and hold it the Warning! vehicle will gradually slow down. The parking brake is applied Release the button at the desired Automatic Transmission: the...
  • Page 164 RADAR SENSORS — Vehicles are shipped with the direction of the radar sensors adjusted for each IF EQUIPPED Caution! vehicle to a loaded vehicle condition so Rear Radar Sensors that the radar sensors detect approaching vehicles correctly. If the The following systems use the rear If the rear bumper receives a severe direction of the radar sensors has impact, the system may no longer operate...
  • Page 165 REAR PARK ASSIST The rear park assist system uses four Depending on the type of ultrasonic sensors (two rear sensors obstruction and the surrounding — IF EQUIPPED and two rear corner sensors) to detect conditions, the detection range of a Rear Park Assist obstructions around the vehicle while sensor may narrow, or the sensors...
  • Page 166 A antenna for a radio transmitter is The system may have a malfunction Sensor Detection Range installed to the vehicle. if the audible signal does not operate. The sensors detect obstructions within Contact an Authorized Dealer. The vehicle is moving towards a tall the following range: or square curbstone.
  • Page 167 Parking Sensor Audible Alert The audible alert will sound while the system is operating according to the following chart: Rear Sensor Distance Between Vehicle And Distance Detection Area Beep Sound (*) Obstruction Farthest distance Approx. 59 - 23 inches (150 cm - 60 cm) Slow intermittent sound Far distance Approx.
  • Page 168 When Warning Alert Is Activated The system notifies the driver of an obstacle by activating the audible alert. Beep How To Check The system may have a malfunction. Contact an Authorized Dealer as soon as The audible alert is not heard possible.
  • Page 169: Parkview Rear Backup Camera

    PARKVIEW REAR When parking, take the utmost care over obstacles that may be above or BACKUP CAMERA — Warning! under the camera’s display range. IF EQUIPPED When the display is cold, the Operation Always use extreme caution and verify images could scroll on the monitor or the real conditions of the area behind the The camera is located on the trunk.
  • Page 170 Display Note: The images on the display can Caution! show a situation that differs from the actual view. Do not apply excessive force to the camera. You could alter the position and angle of the camera. Do not disassemble, modify or remove it as this could compromise the seal.
  • Page 171 Note: If it is difficult to see the display Looking At The Display under the following conditions, it does The width of the vehicles guide lines Warning! not mean that this is due to a (yellow) are displayed on the screen as malfunction: a reference to show the width of the Drivers must be careful when backing up...
  • Page 172 Give consideration to the below 3. Once the vehicle starts to enter the information before you use the parking space, proceed slowly in rear-view camera: reverse keeping the vehicle width guide lines away from the two sides of the 1. Put the gear selector in the Reverse parking space.
  • Page 173 eyes that the area behind the vehicle When The Vehicle Slopes Due To When The Road Behind The Vehicle and the surrounding area are The Weight Of Passengers And Slopes Steeply: completely safe: Load: When the vehicle is on a steep uphill When the vehicle is rear-heavy, the (downhill) slope, the object on the In the image of the parking space...
  • Page 174 1. Select the icon on the top left of the screen to display the tabs. 2. Select the desired tab. 3. Use the cursor to adjust the brightness, contrast, tint and color. If a reset is needed, press the reset button. 4.
  • Page 175: Refueling The Vehicle

    REFUELING THE 87 can cause engine failure and may to reduce vehicle emissions and void or not be covered by the New improve air quality. VEHICLE Vehicle Limited Warranty. Poor quality The use of reformulated gasoline is Refueling The Vehicle gasoline can cause problems such as recommended.
  • Page 176 E-85 Usage In Non-Flex therefore, you should ask your gasoline Fuel System Cautions Fuel Vehicles retailer whether the gasoline contains MMT. MMT is prohibited in Federal and Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV) are California reformulated gasoline. Caution! compatible with gasoline containing up Materials Added To Fuel to 15% ethanol (E-15).
  • Page 177 Carbon Monoxide Refueling Procedure Note: Warnings Fuel Filler Door Make sure to lock both the doors when leaving the vehicle. Note: Always use only a designated FCA fuel filler cap or an approved Warning! Lock the doors after closing the fuel equivalent, available at your Authorized filler door.
  • Page 178 Emergency Flap Opening 2. Partially peel back the cover inside the trunk, then pull the emergency If the battery is discharged, the fuel filler Warning! release lever. door cannot be opened. In this case, the fuel filler door can be opened by taking care of the discharged battery Never have any smoking materials lit in situation.
  • Page 179: Vehicle Loading

    VEHICLE LOADING Gross Axle Weight Rating Curb Weight (GAWR) Certification Label The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight of the vehicle with all The GAWR is the maximum permissible As required by National Highway Traffic fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full load on the front and rear axles.
  • Page 180: Towing Trailers

    TOWING TRAILERS DRIVING TIPS Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect on the way your Trailer Towing Engine Break-In vehicle steers and handles and the way Recommendation the brakes operate. Your car is not designed for towing. No special break-in is necessary, but a Recreational Towing few precautions in the first 620 miles Caution!
  • Page 181 Follow the maintenance schedule For more traction in starting on and contact your Authorized Dealer. slippery surfaces such as ice or packed Warning! snow, use sand, rock salt, chains, Use the air conditioner only when carpeting, or other nonslip material necessary.
  • Page 182 Rocking The Vehicle ONLY use the driver’s side floor mat on Note: Too much rocking may cause the driver’s side floor area. To check for Caution! engine overheating, transmission failure, interference, with the vehicle properly parked with the engine off, fully depress the and tire damage.
  • Page 183 Note: Use Snow Tires on all Four Wheels: Do not exceed the maximum Remove snow before driving. Snow Warning! permissible speed for your snow tires or left on the windshield is dangerous as legal speed limits. it could obstruct vision. When snow tires are used, select the Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Drive slowly.
  • Page 184 Observe the traction device Driving through standing water limits Driving through standing water may manufacturer’s instructions on the method your vehicle’s braking capabilities, which cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain of installation, operating speed, and increases stopping distances. Therefore, components. Always inspect your vehicle’s conditions for use.
  • Page 185 Driving On Uneven Road Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps. Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when driving under the following conditions: Ascending or descending a slope...
  • Page 186 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS ..185 REPLACING A BULB..185 REPLACING FUSES ..196 CHANGING A WHEEL ..204 TIRE SERVICE KIT .
  • Page 187: Hazard Warning Lights

    HAZARD WARNING REPLACING A BULB When the switch is pushed, the hazard warning lights are active and all LIGHTS General Instructions directional turn signals will flash on and Control off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second The hazard warning lights should Warning! time to turn off the hazard warning...
  • Page 188 Before replacing a bulb check the Note: contacts for oxidation. When removing the lens or light unit Replace blown bulbs with others of using a flathead screwdriver, make the same type and power. sure that the flathead screwdriver does not contact the interior terminal. If the After replacing a headlight bulb, flathead screwdriver contacts the always check its alignment.
  • Page 189 Replacement Bulbs Light bulbs Type Power Front position – Front side-maker lights (if equipped with Full-LED headlights) Front positions/side-maker lights (if equipped with halogen headlights) WY5W High beam (if equipped with Full-LED headlights) – High beam/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (if equipped with halogen headlights) 60 W Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (if equipped with Full-LED headlights) –...
  • Page 190 Light Bulbs Rear Lights 2. Make sure the ignition is placed in the OFF mode, and the headlight The bulbs are arranged as follows : Front Lights switch is off. The bulbs are arranged as follows : 3. Remove the fasteners in the seven locations and partially peel back the mud guard 04110102-L40-010...
  • Page 191 7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure. Headlights (high beam) with Daytime Running Lights (If Equipped with LED Lamps) Proceed as follows: 1. If you are changing the right bulb, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, and turn off engine.
  • Page 192 5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly 7. Install the new bulb in the reverse Brake lights / Tail lights counterclockwise and remove it. order of the removal procedure. Go to your authorized dealer when the replacement of this lights is necessary. Fog Lights Proceed as follows: Side Direction Indicator Lights...
  • Page 193 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise, remove socket assembly then remove the bulb. GUID-08020499000011 Side Direction Indicator 1 — Fasteners GUID-07031501211001 Side Direction Indicator 3 — Internal Catch 4 — Lens Assembly 08070604-123-100 Front Side Marker Front Side Marker 1 — Socket (If equipped with halogen bulb) 2 —...
  • Page 194 Rear Direction Indicator Lights 3. Remove the screw and nuts. Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the retainers and the trunk lid end trim. GUID-07031501214002 Trunk Trim 2 — Connector 07031501-215-001 Taillight Housing Fasteners 4 — Screw 2. Disconnect the connector from the 5 —...
  • Page 195 6. Install the new bulb in the reverse Rear Side Marker order of the removal procedure. Proceed as follows: Reverse Light 1. Push the lens assembly rearward to Proceed as follows: compress the internal catch, then pull the lens assembly outwards. 1.
  • Page 196 License Plate Lights 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove, remove Proceed as follows: bulb. 1. Make sure the ignition is placed in the OFF mode, and the headlight switch is off. 2. Slide the unit as shown in the figure to remove it.
  • Page 197 Replacing Interior Light Trunk Light Bulbs Proceed as follows: Overhead Light 1. Using a suitable tool to prevent Proceed as follows: damage to the to the lens, remove the trunk light lens by carefully prying on 1. Using a suitable tool to prevent the edge of the lens.
  • Page 198: Replacing Fuses

    REPLACING FUSES Your vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses. General Information If any lights, accessories, or controls do not work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside Warning! element will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, go to an Authorized Dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 199 Underhood Fuses 2. Remove the front tab while slightly lifting the front of the cover. If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses 3. Remove the cover while lifting it and in the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse sliding it to the rear.
  • Page 200 Fuse Block (Engine Compartment) 07031602-121-001...
  • Page 201 DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT ENG IG3 Engine control systems ENG IG2 Engine control systems HORN2 7.5 A Horn C/U IG1 15 A For protection of various circuits ENG IG1 7.5 A Engine control system — — — INTERIOR 15 A Overhead light —...
  • Page 202 DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT TAIL 20 A Taillights/Number plate lights/Position lights — — — ROOM 25 A Overhead light 15 A Fog Lights H/CLEAN 20 A Headlight washer (If — Equipped) STOP 10 A Stop lights/Rear fog light (If Equipped) HORN 15 A Horn...
  • Page 203 DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT DEFOG 30 A Rear window defogger 30 A For protection of various circuits — — — HEATER 40 A Air conditioner — — — — — —...
  • Page 204 Fuse Block Interior 07031602-03F-002...
  • Page 205 DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT RHT R 30 A — RHT L 30 A — — — — — — — F.OUTLET 15 A Accessory Sockets — — — AT IND 7.5 A AT Shift Indicator — If Equipped MIRROR 7.5 A Power Control Mirror R_DECK R...
  • Page 206 CHANGING A WHEEL Tools Location Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire, jack, lug wrench, and tow Warning! eyes. For details, contact an Authorized Dealer. Tools are stored in the trunk. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic.
  • Page 207 To Secure The Jack Conditions Of Non-Use 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights and engage the parking brake. Proceed as follows: Temperatures below -40°F (−40°C) 3. For vehicles with automatic 1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with On sandy or muddy ground transmission, place the gear selector in the jack screw pointing back, and turn...
  • Page 208 Removing A Tire Proceed as follows: 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but do Warning! not remove any lug nuts until the tire has been raised off the ground. Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: Always park on a firm, level surface as...
  • Page 209 Locking Lug Nuts — If Equipped If your vehicle has optional antitheft Warning! wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a Being under a jacked-up vehicle is special key to unlock them. This key will dangerous.
  • Page 210 To Install The Antitheft Lug Nut Proceed as follows: Caution! Warning! 1. Place the special key on top of the nut, and be sure to hold the key square Be sure to mount the spare tire with the To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off to it.
  • Page 211: Tire Service Kit

    TIRE SERVICE KIT Tire Service Kit Mexico Market: Components And Tire Service Storage Operation The tire service kit is located inside the The tire service kit includes the trunk. following items: U.S.A. And Canada Markets: 08020202-121-003 Tire Service Kit Location The tire service kit included with your vehicle is for a temporary repair of a slightly damaged flat tire resulting from...
  • Page 212 Tire Service Usage Sealing A Tire With Tire A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward Precautions Service in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow The tire sealant cannot be reused. If the the Tire Service Kit in the place provided.
  • Page 213 U.S.A. And CANADA Markets: Note: Do not shake the bottle Proceed as follows: excessively. Otherwise, the sealant 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn could spray out of the injection hose, on the vehicle’s hazard warning lights. and if the sealant contacts clothing or other objects, you may not be able to 2.
  • Page 214 8. Install the air compressor hose 11. Insert the air compressor plug into which was pulled out of the air the accessory socket inside the vehicle compressor to the injection valve of the and place the ignition to ACC. bottle. Note: When inserting the air compressor plug into or removing it from the accessory socket, make sure...
  • Page 215 16. Remove the air compressor hose from the injection valve of the bottle. Warning! Warning! Then, install the injection hose to the injection valve of the bottle to prevent leakage of any remaining sealant. Never use the air compressor above Do not adhere the speed restriction sticker 43.5 psi (3 Bar).
  • Page 216 Note: Carefully drive the vehicle at a possible. If the tire is to be repaired or A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) or less. If reused, contact an Authorized Dealer. in a collision or hard stop could endanger the vehicle is driven at a speed of the occupants of the vehicle.
  • Page 217 Mexico Market 6. Shake the tire sealant well. If the bottle is shaken after the injection hose Proceed as follows: is screwed on, tire sealant could spray 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn out from the injection hose. Tire sealant on the vehicle’s hazard warning lights.
  • Page 218 11. Hold the bottom of the bottle upright, squeeze the bottle with your hands, and inject the entire amount of tire sealant into the tire. 08020202-03A-004 08020202-03A-005 Valve And Valve Cover Turn Valve Core Counterclockwise 5 — Valve Cap Note: Store the valve core in a place 6 —...
  • Page 219 13. Reinsert the valve core into the 16. Pull out the air compressor hose 18. Insert the air compressor plug into valve and turn it clockwise to install. and the air compressor plug from the the accessory socket inside the vehicle air compressor.
  • Page 220: Jump Starting

    JUMP STARTING Note: If the tire has been over and wait until it reaches the specified inflated, loosen the screw cap on the air tire inflation pressure; Preparations For Jump compressor and bleed some of the air The emergency flat tire repair is Starting out.
  • Page 221 To jump start the vehicle, follow this procedure: Caution! 1. Remove the positive terminal cover. 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.
  • Page 222 OVERHEATING 4. Connect one end of a jumper cables STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE to the positive terminal on the Overheating discharged battery. If the engine fails to start, it may be In any of the following situations, you flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). 5.
  • Page 223: Towing The Vehicle

    TOWING THE If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment: VEHICLE Warning! Do not go near the front of the vehicle. Attaching The Tow Eyes Stop the engine. Wait until the steam You or others can be badly burned by hot dissipates, then open the hood and engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from start the engine.
  • Page 224 Proceed as follows: Caution! 1. Remove the towing eyelet and the lug wrench from the luggage compartment. The tow eye must be used exclusively 2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver or for roadside assistance operations. Only similar tool with a soft cloth to prevent use the tow eye with an appropriate device damage to a painted bumper, and open in accordance with the highway code (a...
  • Page 225 A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels (rear wheels) off the ground. Caution! If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies. Tow hooks are for emergency use only, to When towing with the rear wheels on the rescue a vehicle stranded off road.
  • Page 226 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE INTRODUCTION... . .225 ENGINE COMPARTMENT ..232 BATTERY RECHARGING ..236 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . .236 RAISING THE VEHICLE ..238 WHEELS AND TIRES.
  • Page 227 INTRODUCTION Warranty being voided either in whole Claims against the warranty resulting or in part. from lack of maintenance, as opposed Be extremely careful and prevent injury to defective materials or authorized FCA This evidence may consist of the to yourself and others or damage to workmanship, will not be honored.
  • Page 228 At least twice a year (for example, Periodic Checks The following checks must be carried every spring and fall) perform out more often than indicated in the Every 620 miles (1,000 km) or before inspection of: Scheduled Servicing Plan: long trips check and, if necessary, top off: Engine coolant Check front disc brake pad condition...
  • Page 229 Scheduled Servicing Plan Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Years Or Kilometers Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary, check TIREKIT • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • expiration date (if provided).
  • Page 230 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Years Or Kilometers Check engine control system operation (via • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • diagnostic tool). Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust - •...
  • Page 231 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Years Or Kilometers Check windshield/rear window wiper blade • • • • • • • • position/wear. Check operation of windshield washer system • • • • • • • • and adjust jets if necessary.
  • Page 232 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Years Or Kilometers Visual inspect the condition and tensioning of • • • the accessory drive belt. Replace the accessory • drive belt. (****) Inspect and replace PCV • valve if necessary. Change engine oil and In accordance with Oil Change Indicator System OR Severe Duty Mileage, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 233 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Years Or Kilometers Replace the timing belt • (1.4L Turbo Engine). (#) The engine air cleaner should be inspected at every oil change if used in dusty areas. (*) The oil and oil filter replacement must be carried out when indicated by a warning light or message on the instrument panel, or in any case should not exceed 1 year.
  • Page 234 ENGINE COMPARTMENT Checking Levels 07030300-121-003-high.jpg 1 — Window Washer Fill 4 — Engine Coolant Fill 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 5 — Brake/Clutch Fluid Reservoir 3 — Engine Oil Cap 6 — Battery...
  • Page 235 Engine Oil Engine Coolant Warning! Warning! You or others can be badly burned by hot Be very careful when working in the engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from engine compartment when the engine is your radiator. If you see or hear steam hot: you may get burned.
  • Page 236 If it is at or near L (Low), add coolant by mixing a minimum solution of 50% Warning! Mopar Long Life Coolant Concentrate for FIAT Spider. Use higher concentrations (not to exceed 70%) if Do not open hot engine cooling system. temperatures below −34°F (−37°C) are Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when anticipated.
  • Page 237 Automatic Transmission Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can Control Unit result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine Warning! parts, causing the brake fluid to catch fire. The transmission oil level should only be Brake fluid can also damage painted and checked at your Authorized Dealer.
  • Page 238: Battery Recharging

    BATTERY MAINTENANCE RECHARGING PROCEDURES Caution! The following pages contain BATTERY CHARGING instructions on the required PROCEDURE It is essential when replacing the cables maintenance from the technical on the battery that the positive cable is personnel who designed the vehicle. attached to the positive post and the In addition to these specific Warning!
  • Page 239 Lubricate the external lock cylinders Note: Blade Replacement twice a year. Apply a small amount of Proceed as follows: Hot waxes applied by automatic car high-quality lubricant directly into the washers have been known to affect 1. Raise the wiper arm. lock cylinder.
  • Page 240: Raising The Vehicle

    RAISING THE VEHICLE Warning! If the vehicle needs to be raised, go to an Authorized Dealer which is equipped To prevent damage to the windshield let with arm hoists or workshop lifts. the wiper arm down easily, do not let it slap The car lifting points are marked on the down on the windshield.
  • Page 241: Wheels And Tires

    WHEELS AND TIRES Note: High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards and it begins P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is Tire Safety Information with the tire diameter molded into the based on U.S. design standards. sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 R15 LT. Tire safety information will cover P-Metric tires have the letter “P”...
  • Page 242: Tire Terminology And Definitions

    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) 03 = Number representing the week in which the tire was manufactured (two digits)
  • Page 243 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Loading Placard The vehicle maximum load on the tire Note: must not exceed the load carrying The proper cold tire inflation pressure is capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or the will not exceed the tire's load carrying rear edge of the driver's side door.
  • Page 244 Steps For Determining Correct (5) Determine the combined weight Note: Load Limit— of luggage and cargo being loaded If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, on the vehicle. That weight may not load from your trailer will be transferred (1) Locate the statement “The to your vehicle.
  • Page 245 GUID-054900419-high.tif...
  • Page 246 Tread Wear Overinflation reduces a tire's ability to Improper cold tire inflation pressures cushion shock. Objects on the road and Warning! can cause abnormal wear patterns and chuckholes can cause damage that result in tire failure. reduced tread life, resulting in the need Overloading of your tires is dangerous.
  • Page 247 Inflation pressures specified on the Tire Pressures For High Speed Radial Ply Tires placard are always “cold tire inflation Operation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pressure is The manufacturer advocates driving at defined as the tire pressure after the Warning! safe speeds and within posted speed vehicle has not been driven for at least limits.
  • Page 248 Run Flat Tires — If Equipped These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will Warning! Run Flat tires allow you the capability to appear as bands when the tread depth drive 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
  • Page 249 It is recommended to replace the two Never use a tire with a smaller load front tires or two rear tires as a pair. index or capacity, other than what was Warning! Replacing just one tire can seriously originally equipped on your vehicle. Using a affect your vehicle’s handling.
  • Page 250 Summer Or Three Season Tires Snow Tires Spare Tires — If Equipped — If Equipped Some areas of the country require the Note: use of snow tires during the Winter. Summer tires provide traction in both Snow tires can be identified by a wet and dry conditions, and are not For vehicles equipped with Tire Service “mountain/snowflake”...
  • Page 251 Compact Spare Tire — If Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the Equipped Warning! collapsible spare wheel, since the wheel The compact spare is for temporary is designed specifically for the emergency use only. You can identify if collapsible spare tire.
  • Page 252 Limited Use Spare — If Snow Chains Install device as tightly as possible and Equipped The use of snow chains should be in then retighten after driving about ½ mile compliance with local regulations of (0.8 km). The limited use spare tire is for each country.
  • Page 253 Tire Rotation Because your vehicle is not Recommendations equipped with a spare tire, you cannot do a tire rotation safely with the jack The front and rear tires are subject to that may come with your vehicle if so different loads and stress due to equipped.
  • Page 254 DEPARTMENT OF Traction Grades Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate TRANSPORTATION The Traction grades, from highest to and reduce tire life, and excessive UNIFORM TIRE lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These temperature can lead to sudden tire QUALITY GRADES grades represent the tire's ability to failure.
  • Page 255: Storing The Vehicle

    STORING THE BODYWORK Do not use compact plastic sheets which do not allow humidity to VEHICLE Protection From evaporate from the surface of the If the vehicle is left inactive for longer Atmospheric Agents vehicle. than a month, the following precautions The vehicle is equipped with the best should be observed: Inflate the tires at a pressure of...
  • Page 256 Preserving The Do not wash the vehicle after it has been Damage caused by bird Paintwork left in the sun or with the hood hot: this dropping/insects/tree sap may alter the shine of the paintwork. Problem: Touch up abrasions and scratches Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned Bird droppings contain acids.
  • Page 257 Another method is to cover the affected Note: The vehicle is washed with a rough, area with dampened newspaper for one dry, or dirty cloth. The paint chipping zone varies with to two hours. After removing the the speed of the vehicle. For example, The vehicle is washed at a car wash newspaper, rinse off the loosened when travelling at 55 mph (90 km/h),...
  • Page 258 left running) this is particularly Do not use abrasive cleansers or Always wash and dry the vehicle before important when clearing ice and snow. wax that contain abrasives. waxing it. In addition to the vehicle body, wax the metal trim to maintain its Do not spray water in the engine lustre: compartment.
  • Page 259 Bright-Metal Thoroughly flush the underbody and Note: Maintenance wheel housings with lukewarm or cold Always use a sponge or soft cloth to water at the end of each winter. Try also Use tar remover to remove road tar and clean the wheels. Rinse the wheels to do this every month.
  • Page 260 If you do, remove it with a good leather cleaner or mild detergent Caution! (about 5% solution). Let the convertible top dry Automatic and high-pressure car completely before lowering after washes are harmful to a convertible top. applying treatment or dressing. Avoid them.
  • Page 261 INTERIORS 4. Reinstall the drain filter in the reverse order of the removal procedure. Caution! Seats And Fabric Parts Note: Make sure that the drain filter is securely attached to its designated position by pushing it until the tab High water temperature and high water Warning! locks.
  • Page 262 Vinyl Interior Panels Lap / Shoulder Belt Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl When the interior panels need to be with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. cleaned, use soft material such as a Warning! Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl soft cloth soaked in clean water and cleaner.
  • Page 263 Plastic And Coated Parts Caution! Caution! Clean interior plastic parts with a damp cloth (if possible made from microfiber), Do not use glazing agents. Glazing agents When washing the inside of the window and a solution of water and neutral, contain ingredients which may cause glass, use a soft cloth dampened in non-abrasive detergent.
  • Page 264 Remove moisture with a dry, soft cloth If the seats get wet, promptly remove and allow the leather to further dry in a moisture with a dry cloth. Remaining Caution! well-ventilated, shaded area. moisture on the surface may cause If the leather gets wet such as from deterioration such as hardening and shrinkage.
  • Page 265 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS IDENTIFICATION DATA ..264 RECOMMENDED TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE ....265 ENGINE ....267 TRANSMISSION .
  • Page 266: Identification Data

    IDENTIFICATION Vehicle Emission Control Information Label DATA (U.S.A. and Canada) Identification Numbers The vehicle emission control information Model Plate label is located under the hood. The model plate is located on the left side of door pillar. 10010104-122-001 Vehicle Identification Number Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label (U.S.A.
  • Page 267 RECOMMENDED Tire Pressure Label Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according TIRE INFLATION The tire pressure label is located on the to the recommended tire inflation PRESSURE left side of door pillar. pressure on the tire label and in On the tire label you will find the conjunction with the information in this recommended tire inflation pressure in...
  • Page 268 Checking Tire Pressure Glossary Of Terms B-pillar The structural member at the side of Proceed as follows: Tire Placard the vehicle behind the front door. A label indicating the OE (Original 1. When you check the air pressure, Equipment) tire sizes, recommended Original Equipment (OE) make sure the tires are cold - meaning inflation pressure, and the maximum...
  • Page 269 ENGINE Engine 1.4 Turbo Multi Air 160HP Cycle Four Number and position of cylinders 4 in line Piston bore and stroke (mm) 72.0 x 80.4 Total displacement (cm³) 1368 Compression ratio 9.8:1 Maximum power (EEC) (kW) Maximum power (EEC) (HP) Corresponding engine speed (rpm) 5500 Maximum torque (EEC) (Nm)
  • Page 270 TRANSMISSION Engine Traction Type Description (*) / 6-speed 6-speed manual 1.4 Turbo Multi Air 160HP Manual/Automatic Automatic Transmission(**) (*) If equipped with manual transmission (**) If equipped with automatic transmission...
  • Page 271 BRAKES Engine Front brakes Rear brakes Parking brake Ventilated (floating type 11 in Solid (floating type 11 in 1.4 Turbo Multi Air 160HP Mechanical (lever type) diameter) diameter) Note: Water, ice, and salt spread on the roads may deposit on the brake disks reducing braking efficiency the first time the brakes are applied.
  • Page 272 SUSPENSIONS Engine Front Rear 1.4 Turbo Multi Air 160HP Double wishbone with stabilizer bars Multilink with stabilizer bars...
  • Page 273 STEERING Engine Turning circle curb to curb, ft (m) Type Double pinion electric power assist system 1.4 Turbo Multi Air 160HP 30.8 (9.4) (DP - EPAS) - rack and pinion...
  • Page 274 DIMENSIONS Dimensions Dimensions are expressed in inches and refer to the vehicle equipped with its standard-supplied tires. Height is measured with vehicle unloaded. Trunk Volume: 4.9 cu. ft. 10000555-122-333 Vehicle Dimension Chart 159.6 90.9 48.5 58.9 68.5 59.1...
  • Page 275 Weights Curb Weight: 2436 lbs (1105 kg) (if equipped with manual transmission) / 2476 lbs (1123 kg) (if equipped with automatic transmission).
  • Page 276: Fluid Capacities

    FLUID CAPACITIES Item Capacities Fuel tank 11.9 (gallons) / 45 (liters) Engine oil (without oil filter replacement) 3.3 (quarts) / 3.2 (liters) Engine oil (with oil filter replacement) 4.0 (quarts) / 3.8 (liters) Coolant (with manual transmission) 7.6 (quarts) / 7.2 (liters) Coolant (with automatic transmission) 7.5 (quarts) / 7.1 (liters) Manual transmission oil...
  • Page 277: Fluids And Lubricants

    Coolant Concentrate for FIAT Spider Servicing Plan MOPAR Manual Transmission Manual transmission oil Long Life Gear Oil for FIAT Spider MOPAR Automatic Transmission Automatic transmission fluid Long Life Fluid for FIAT Spider MOPAR Long Life Hypoid Gear Rear differential oil...
  • Page 278 Caution! Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, the cooling system will need to be drained, flushed, and refilled with fresh OAT coolant (conforming to MS.90032), by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 279 PERFORMANCE Performance Top speed after the initial period of usage of the vehicle. Version MPH (km/h) 1.4 Turbo Multi Air 160HP...
  • Page 280: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY Electromagnetic Compatibility Your vehicle has been tested and certified to the UNECE 10 regulation (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) as related to electromagnetic compatibility. Radio Frequency (RF) transmitter equipment (e.g. cellular telephones, amateur radio transmitters, etc.) may only be fitted to your vehicle if they comply with the parameters shown in the table below.
  • Page 281 Electromagnetic Compatibility Frequency band (MHz) Maximum output power (Wattage) Aerial positions 50 ― 54 Left or trunk lid 68 ― 87.5 Left or trunk lid 142 ― 176 Left or trunk lid 380 ― 470 Left or trunk lid 806 ― 940 Left or trunk lid 1200 ―...
  • Page 282: Customer Assistance

    CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE . . .281 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ..281 WARRANTY INFORMATION ..283 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . .283 PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS . . .284 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .
  • Page 283: If You Need Assistance

    If you are having warranty work done, Warranty service must be done by an FIAT Customer Center be sure to have the right papers with authorized dealer. We strongly you. Take your warranty folder. All work P.O.
  • Page 284 Customer Assistance the vehicle delivery date. If you have For The Hearing Or any questions about the service Warning! Speech Impaired contract, call the manufacturer's (TDD/TTY) Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian Engine exhaust (internal combustion To assist customers who have hearing residents, call (800) 465-2001 English / engines only), some of its constituents, and difficulties, the manufacturer has...
  • Page 285: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY REPORTING SAFETY In Canada INFORMATION DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the See the Warranty Information Booklet, In The 50 United States Customer Service Department located on the DVD, for the terms and And Washington, D.C.
  • Page 286 PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT OF Diagnostic Procedure Manuals ORDER FORMS TRANSPORTATION Diagnostic Procedure Manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed UNIFORM TIRE To order the following manuals, you illustrations. These practical manuals QUALITY GRADES may use either the website or the make it easy for students and phone numbers listed below.
  • Page 287 Traction Grades Temperature Grades The Traction grades, from highest to The temperature grades are A (the Warning! lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These highest), B, and C, representing the grades represent the tire's ability to tire's resistance to the generation of The temperature grade for this tire is stop on wet pavement, as measured heat and its ability to dissipate heat,...
  • Page 288 INDEX Automatic Temperature Control Climate Control ....44 (ATC) ....52 Close The Hood .
  • Page 289 Electronic Vehicle Information lash-To-Pass ....40 Gear selector positions ..154 Center (EVIC) Setup Menu ..78 Flashers GVWR .
  • Page 290 Programming Additional Key Automatic Dimming ..37 Pregnant Women And Seat Belts . .125 Fobs ....24 Electric Remote .
  • Page 291 Restraint, Head ....34 Security Alarm Suspensions ....270 Security Alarm ...24,25 Symbols .
  • Page 292 Snow Tires ....248 ndercoating ....257 Windshield Wipers ... .42 Windstop .
  • Page 299 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.
  • Page 300 17BAFIA-126-AA ©2016 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved. FIAT is a registered trademark of FCA Group First Edition Printed in U.S.A. Marketing S.p.A., used under license by FCA US LLC.

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