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If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or Warranty Booklets by calling 1 888 242-6342 (U.S.) or 1 800 387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FIAT Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents preci- sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality. Your new FIAT vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive driving.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution (excluding legal lines). WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Speedometer 2. Fuel Gauge 3. Fuel Filler Door Location (See page 125 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights.)
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CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4. Engine Temperature Gauge 5. Tachometer 6. Instrument Cluster Display (See page 130 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights.)
GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors And Liftgate Push the lock button on the Remote Key- less Entry key fob once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Push the unlock button on the Remote Keyless Entry key fob once to unlock the driver’...
GETTING STARTED VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and liftgate are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the ve- hicle security alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light in the instrument cluster display will flash.
GETTING STARTED DOOR LOCKS Push the central lock/unlock button located on the instrument panel, in the switch bank below the radio. The button has an LED that indicates whether the doors are locked or unlocked. • LED ON: Doors locked. Pushing the central lock/unlock button once will unlock all doors.
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GETTING STARTED CAUTION! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open It is possible to lock the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry, internal button, or external key fob.
GETTING STARTED POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches The power window controls are located on the driver's door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door, which operate the front passenger window and a single switch on each rear door that operates the rear passenger door window. The win- dow controls will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position.
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GETTING STARTED Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If Equipped Pull the window switch for approximately one second, release and the window will go up automatically. To stop the window during an Auto-Up operation, push or pull again the window switch. To close the window part way, pull the window switch briefly and release it when you want the window to stop.
GETTING STARTED LIFTGATE To unlock the liftgate, use the key fob or activate the central locking button located on the instrument panel below the radio. To open the liftgate, push the liftgate electronic release and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
GETTING STARTED OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: Occupant Restraint Systems Features • Seat Belt Systems • Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Air Bags • Child Restraints Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models, or may be optional equipment on others.
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GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passen- ger front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint. •...
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GETTING STARTED BeltAlert Warning Sequence The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle is moving above a specified ve- hicle speed range and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbuckled (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) (the outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied).
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GETTING STARTED Lap/Shoulder Belts All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal conditions.
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GETTING STARTED WARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Al- ways wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug. •...
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GETTING STARTED Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat).
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GETTING STARTED Seat Belts And Pregnant Women Seat belts must be worn by all occupants including pregnant women: the risk of injury in the event of an accident is reduced for the mother and the unborn child if they are wearing a seat belt. Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong bones of the hips.
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GETTING STARTED Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system. For addi- tional information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child Restraints”...
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GETTING STARTED How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disen- gage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. WARNING! • The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual.
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GETTING STARTED Air Bag Warning Light The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the AVV/START or MAR/ACC/ON/RUN position. If the ignition switch is in the STOP/OFF/LOCK position the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate.
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GETTING STARTED Front Air Bags This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for both the driver and front pas- senger. The front air bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver front air bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger front air bag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment.
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GETTING STARTED Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as deter- mined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact sensors (if equipped) or other system components.
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GETTING STARTED Front Air Bag Operation Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Front air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The front air bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce substantial vehicle damage —...
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GETTING STARTED Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instru- ment panel below the steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts, pre- tensioners, and front air bags.
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GETTING STARTED 2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs): Located above the side win- dows. The trim covering the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG.” SABICs may help reduce the risk of head or other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in cer- tain side impacts and/or vehicle roll- over events, in addition to the injury...
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GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Occupants, including children, who are up against or very close to Side Air Bags can be seriously injured or killed. Occupants, including children, should never lean on or sleep against the door, side windows, or area where the side air bags inflate, even if they are in an infant or child restraint.
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GETTING STARTED Rollover Events Side Air Bags are designed to activate in certain rollover events. The ORC determines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular rollover event is appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision. Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indica- tor of whether or not Side Air Bags should have deployed.
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GETTING STARTED If A Deployment Occurs The front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or all of the following may oc- cur: •...
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GETTING STARTED Enhanced Accident Response System In the event of an impact, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the following functions: •...
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GETTING STARTED Customer Action Customer Will See NOTE: Each step MUST BE held for at least two seconds 10. Turn left turn signal switch OFF. (Turn Right turn light is OFF. Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral Left turn light is OFF. State).
GETTING STARTED Event Data Recorder (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deploy- ment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’ s sys- tems performed.
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GETTING STARTED There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat Owner’ s Manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child. Carefully read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the child restraint Owner’...
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GETTING STARTED Infant And Child Restraints Safety experts recommend that children ride rear-facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint. Two types of child restraints can be used rear-facing: infant carriers and convert- ible child seats.
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GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’ s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. •...
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GETTING STARTED Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Combined Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below Type Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt LATCH – Seat Belt + Child + Child Lower An- Only Lower An- Top Tether Restraint chors Only chors + Top...
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GETTING STARTED LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle LATCH Positions Lower Anchorage Symbol (2 Anchor- ages Per Seating Position) Top Tether Anchorage Symbol Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Use the LATCH anchorage sys- tem until the combined weight of What is the weight limit (child’...
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GETTING STARTED Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH Never “share” a LATCH anchor- age with two or more child re- straints. If the center position Can two child restraints be at- does not have dedicated LATCH tached using a common lower lower anchorages, use the seat LATCH anchorage? belt to install a child seat in the...
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GETTING STARTED Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat, near the floor. LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flex- ible strap on each side.
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GETTING STARTED To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint If the selected seating position has a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat belt, following the instructions below. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” to check what type of seat belt each seating position has. 1.
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GETTING STARTED Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt. WARNING! • Improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead to fail- ure of the restraint.
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GETTING STARTED Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts What is the weight limit (child’ s Always use the tether anchor weight + weight of the child re- Weight limit of when using the seat belt to install straint) for using the Tether An- the Child Re- a forward facing child restraint, up...
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GETTING STARTED 6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull out any webbing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5. 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child re- straint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat.
GETTING STARTED 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head re- straints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts.
GETTING STARTED HEAD RESTRAINTS Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear-impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. WARNING! •...
GETTING STARTED The Reactive Head Restraints will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the Reactive Head Restraints do not return to their normal position, see your authorized dealership immediately. NOTE: Do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the incorrect position in an attempt to gain additional clearance to the back of the head.
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GETTING STARTED To remove the outboard head restraints, raise it as far as it can go. Then, push the adjust- ment button and the release button at the base of each post while pulling the head re- straint up. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head restraint posts into the holes and push downward.
GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Forward/Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the desired position is reached.
GETTING STARTED Seat Height Adjustment The seat height adjustment lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. Pull up- ward on the lever to raise the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat height. Recliner Adjustment The recline lever is located on the out- board side of the seat.
GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS Rear Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Re- lease the bar once the desired position is reached.
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GETTING STARTED Fold And Tumble Rear Seat NOTE: • Prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seats. • Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily.
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GETTING STARTED 3. Locate the seatback recline lever on the outboard side of the seat and lift upward on the lever. Seatback Recline Lever 4. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. 5. Slowly flip the entire seat rearward and firmly lock the seat into position. 6.
GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Heated Seats — If Equipped On some models, the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. The controls for the front heated seats are located on the outer side of the seat. •...
GETTING STARTED TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control handle is lo- cated on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. To unlock the steering column, pull the control handle down.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash five times. Then, turn off automatically. Headlights Rotate the end of the multifunction lever upward to the first detent for headlight opera- tion.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. NOTE: The windshield wipers/washers will only operate with the ignition in the ON/RUN posi- tion. Front Windshield Wiper Operation There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Front Windshield Washer Operation Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the wash- ers. The wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released. CAUTION! • Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Dam- age to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Deactivate A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate Speed Control without erasing the set speed memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed in memory.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed When the Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET (-) button. The driver’ s preferred units can be selected through the Uconnect settings if equipped. Refer to "Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner’ s Manual at www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for more information.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Climate Controls 1 — Temperature Control 4 — Rear Defroster 2 — Air Recirculation Control 5 — Mode Control 3 — Blower Control 6 — A/C Control Air Recirculation • Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation. •...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) 1 — Driver Temperature Control 8 — Passenger Temperature Display 2 — Rear Defroster 9 — SYNC Control 3 — A/C Control 10 — Front Defrost Control 4 — Blower Control 11 —...
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. REAR PARK ASSIST If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a visual warning will display in the instrument cluster and an audible tone will sound.
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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Open Pull the power sunroof switch for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Pull the power sunroof switch a second time for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “Ex- press Open”.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition.
ELECTRONICS CYBERSECURITY Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These networks allow your vehicle to send and receive information. This information allows systems and features in your vehicle to function properly. Your vehicle may be equipped with certain security features to reduce the risk of unau- thorized and unlawful access to vehicle systems and wireless communications.
ELECTRONICS IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO Uconnect 5.0 • 5.0” Full Color Touchscreen Display • Single Disc CD Player • Bluetooth Connectivity/Bluetooth Streaming Audio Uconnect 5.0 Uconnect 6.5 NAV • 6.5” Full Color Touchscreen Display • NAV button below the display • Bluetooth Connectivity/Bluetooth Streaming Audio Uconnect 6.5 NAV...
ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 5.0 Uconnect 5.0 Radio 1 — CD Eject 7 — Uconnect PHONE Button 2 — Disc Slot 8 — COMPASS Button/Navigation (NAV) 3 — Display On/Off Control Button (If Equipped) 4 — Back Button 9 — MEDIA Button 5 —...
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ELECTRONICS 3. Press the “Up” or “Down” arrows to adjust the hours or minutes, then select the “AM” or “PM” button on the touchscreen. You can also select 12hr or 24hr format by pressing the desired button on the touchscreen. 4.
ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Radio Operation 1 — Radio Station Preset 5 — Station Information 2 — All Presets 6 — Direct Tune 3 — Seek Up 7 — Radio Band 4 — Audio Settings 8 — Seek Down Store Radio Presets The Radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the Radio modes.
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ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the pre- mium programming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game, Oprah Radio, every MLB and NHL game, every NASCAR race and more.
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ELECTRONICS USB/Audio Jack (AUX)/Bluetooth Operation USB/iPod The USB/AUX Jack is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the HVAC controls. • USB/iPod Mode is entered by either in- serting a USB Jump Drive or an iPod cable into the USB port or by pushing the MEDIA button on the faceplate lo- cated below the display.
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ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 5.0 system. Key Features: • Five-inch Color Touchscreen Display with AM/FM/USB/Bluetooth •...
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ELECTRONICS Get Started 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition. 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The micro- phone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
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ELECTRONICS Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. . After the beep, say: Push the VR button • Cancel to stop a current voice session • Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands •...
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ELECTRONICS Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) . After the beep, say: Push the VR button • Tune to ninety-five-point-five FM •...
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ELECTRONICS Media . After the beep, say one of the following commands and fol- Push the VR button low the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist. • Change source to Bluetooth • Change source to iPod •...
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ELECTRONICS Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phone- book button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. U.S./Canadian residents can visit • UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions.
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ELECTRONICS Voice Text Reply Uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push the Phone button and say Listen. (Must have compatible mobile phone paired to Uconnect system.) . After 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the Phone button the beep, say: Reply 2.
ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 6.5 NAV At A Glance Uconnect 6.5 NAV Radio 1 — On/Off Display Control 6 — Uconnect PHONE Button 2 — Programmable Settings 7 — Uconnect NAV Button 3 — Back Control 8 — MEDIA Button 4 — BROWSE/ENTER BUTTON – Tune/ 9 —...
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ELECTRONICS Setting The Time Model 6.5 NAV synchronizes time automatically via GPS, so should not require any time adjustment. If you do need to set the time manually, follow the instructions below. • For Model 6.5 NAV, turn the unit on, then press the time display at the top of the screen.
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ELECTRONICS Radio Uconnect 6.5 NAV Radio 1 — Radio Station Presets 5 — Direct Tune Radio Stations 2 — Toggle Presets 6 — Seek Down 3 — Audio Settings 7 — Browse/Manage Presets 4 — Seek Up 8 — Radio Bands •...
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ELECTRONICS Store Radio Presets • Your radio can store 36 total preset stations, 12 presets per band (AM, FM and SXM). They are shown at the top of your radio screen. To see the 12 preset stations per band, press the “Arrow” button on the touchscreen at the top right of the screen to toggle between the two sets of six presets.
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ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Parental Controls • You can skip or hide certain channels from view if you do not want access to them. Push the SETTINGS button on the faceplate, press the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touchscreen, then select Channel Skip. Press the box, check-mark, next to the channel you want skipped.
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ELECTRONICS • SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial in- cluded with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 for U.S.
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ELECTRONICS USB Port Connect your iPod or compatible device using a USB cable into the USB Port. USB Memory sticks with audio files can also be used. Then, audio from the device can be played on the vehicles sound system while providing metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) information on the radio display.
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ELECTRONICS Bluetooth Streaming Audio If equipped with Uconnect Voice Command, your Bluetooth-equipped iPod devices, cell phones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's sound system.Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your system (see Uconnect Phone for pairing instructions).You can access the music from your connected Bluetooth de- vice by pressing the “Bluetooth”...
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ELECTRONICS UCONNECT 6.5 NAV NAVIGATION Press the NAV button to access the Navigation feature. Changing The Navigation Voice Prompt Volume 1. Press the “View Map” button on the touchscreen from the Nav Main Menu. 2. With the map displayed, press the “Options” button on the touchscreen in the lower right area of the screen then select Settings.
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ELECTRONICS Finding Points Of Interest • From the main Navigation menu, press the “Where To?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Points of Interest” button on the touchscreen. • Select a Category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • Select your destination and press the “Yes”...
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ELECTRONICS Go Home A Home location must be saved in the system. • From the Main Navigation menu, press the “Where To?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Go Home” button on the touchscreen. • Your route is marked with a blue line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated.
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ELECTRONICS Taking A Detour To take a detour, you must be navigating a route: • Press the “Detour” button on the touchscreen. NOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not calculate a detour. •...
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ELECTRONICS Get Started 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition. 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The micro- phone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
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ELECTRONICS Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. . After the beep, say: Push the VR button • Cancel to stop a current voice session • Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands •...
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ELECTRONICS Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) . After the beep, say: Push the VR button • Tune to ninety-five-point-five FM •...
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ELECTRONICS Media Uconnect offers connections via USB, Bluetooth and auxiliary ports (if equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod devices. (CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) . After the beep, say one of the following commands and fol- Push the VR button low the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist.
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ELECTRONICS Navigation (Uconnect 6.5NAV) The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. . After the beep, say: 1. To enter a destination, push the VR button •...
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ELECTRONICS Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phone- book button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. U.S./Canadian residents can visit: • UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions.
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ELECTRONICS Voice Text Reply Uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push the Phone button and say Listen. (Must have compatible mobile phone paired to Uconnect system.) . After 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the Phone button the beep, say: Reply.
ELECTRONICS UCONNECT PHONE Uconnect Phone (Bluetooth Hands Free Calling) Uconnect 5.0 Phone Menu 1 — Call/Redial/Hold 7 — Uconnect Phone Settings Menu 2 — Mobile Phone Signal Strength 8 — Text Messaging 3 — Currently Paired Mobile Phone 9 — Direct Dial Pad 4 —...
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ELECTRONICS Uconnect 6.5NAV Phone Menu 1 — Favorite Contacts 11 — Recent Call Log 2 — Mobile Phone Battery Life 12 — Browse Phone Book Entries 3 — Currently Paired Mobile Phone (Contains 911) 4 — Mobile Phone Signal Strength 13 —...
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ELECTRONICS NOTE: • The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands- Free Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. • Most mobile phones/devices are compatible with the Uconnect system, however some mobile phones/devices may not be equipped with all of the required features to utilize all of the Uconnect system features.
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ELECTRONICS Uconnect 6.5 NAV: 1. Place the ignition in the ACC or ON position. 2. Press the “Phone” button in the Menu Bar on the touchscreen. 3. Select “Settings.” 4. Select “Paired Phones.” 5. Select “Add device.” NOTE: Uconnect Phone will display an “In prog- Uconnect 6.5NAV ress”...
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ELECTRONICS Select The iPhone's Priority Level When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “Yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over other paired mobile phones within range and will connect to the Uconnect system automati- cally when entering the vehicle.
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ELECTRONICS Select The Android Mobile Phone's Priority Level When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “Yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over other paired mobile phones within range and will connect to the Uconnect system automati- cally when entering the vehicle.
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ELECTRONICS Voice Command Tips • Speaking complete names (i.e; Call John Doe vs. Call John) will result in greater system accuracy. • You can “link” commands together for faster results. Say “Call John Doe, mobile, ” for example. • If you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to listen to the entire list.
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ELECTRONICS To enable incoming text messaging: iPhone 1. Press the settings button on the mobile phone. 2. Select Bluetooth. NOTE: Ensure Bluetooth is enabled, and the mobile phone is paired to the Uconnect system. 3. Select located under DEVICES next to Uconnect. 4.
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ELECTRONICS NOTE: • A pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your messages. Select “Don’t ask again” and press OK. A pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your messages. Select “Don’t ask again”...
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ELECTRONICS NOTE: If an SMS is sent through Uconnect, an additional cost may be incurred on the mobile phone sending the message. For more information, please contact your phone provider. Once your Uconnect system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, and read it to your over the vehicle audio sys- tem.
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ELECTRONICS Helpful Tips And Common Questions To Improve Bluetooth Performance With Your Uconnect System Mobile Phone won’t reconnect to system after pairing: • Set mobile phone to auto-connect or trusted device in mobile phone Bluetooth set- tings (Blackberry devices). • Perform a factory reset on your mobile phone.
ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Push the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Push the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SXM/AUX or USB port.
ELECTRONICS NOTE: Up and down arrow buttons activate different functions according to the following situa- tions: • To scroll the menu options upwards or downwards. • To increase or decrease values during settings. NOTE: When opening one of the front doors, the display will turn on the clock and the miles or kilometers covered for a few seconds.
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ELECTRONICS Values Displayed Range This indicates the distance which may be traveled with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving conditions will not change. The message “----” will appear on the display in the following cases: • Distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km). •...
ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Instrument Cluster Display Programmable Features • The instrument cluster display can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Push the MENU button until menu is displayed, then push the up or down arrow but- ton to scroll through the settings. •...
ELECTRONICS UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (HomeLink) HomeLink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The HomeLink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 Volt battery. HomeLink buttons that are located in the sun-visor designate the three different HomeLink channels that can be programmed.
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ELECTRONICS 4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light. The HomeLink indica- tor will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink has received the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid.
ELECTRONICS Using HomeLink To operate, push and release the programmed HomeLink button. Activation will now oc- cur for the programmed device (i.e., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
ELECTRONICS WARNING! To Avoid Serious Injury or Death DO NOT: • insert any objects into the receptacles • touch with wet hands Close the lid when not in use. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
UTILITY TRAILER TOWING • Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Automatic Transmission Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Front Dolly Tow Rear NOT ALLOWED On Trailer NOTE:...
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • If your FIAT 500L requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service, lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty, dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. See your Warranty booklet for further details.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES — Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the ve- hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitor-...
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES — Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) are also equipped with Elec- tronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is re- quired.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to MAR. • Each time the ignition is turned to MAR, the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES — Cruise Control SET Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the cruising speed has been set. — Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light This light indicates the ESC system has been turned off by the driver. ESC Partial Off This mode is entered by momentarily pushing the ESC Off switch.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Change Engine Oil • Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “Change En- gine Oil” message will flash in the instrument cluster display for approximately 10 sec- onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change inter- val.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pres- sure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jack Location The spare tire jack is located in the rear cargo area underneath the cargo floor. Jack Location Spare Tire Removal The spare tire is stowed in underneath the rear cargo area on the outside of the ve- hicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. When the spare is clear, replace the jack tools. Wrench Rotation Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as pos- sible before raising the vehicle.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 1. Remove the spare tire, jack and wheel bolt wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7. Mount the spare tire. CAUTION! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. NOTE: •...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Stowage Rotate the jack wrench tool on the winch drive nut clockwise (the flat tire must not be connected to the winch) until effort becomes heavy and an audible click is heard indicat- ing the winch is properly stowed.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section carefully.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Before connecting the jumper cables to the discharged battery, the negative (-) battery cable must be disconnected from the discharged battery. This is the only way to success- fully jump start the vehicle. Follow these steps to disconnect the negative (-) battery cable: 1.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: The negative (-) battery cable must be connected to the negative (-) post of the battery. Follow these steps to connect the negative (-) battery cable: 1. Connect the negative (-) battery terminal to the negative (-) post of the battery. 2.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. AUTOMATIC Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Rear NOT ALLOWED Dolly Tow Front Flatbed...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Automatic Transmission • Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override”...
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for lon- ger than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD To open the hood, two latches must be released to open the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the red safety catch lever to the left and raise the hood.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Tech- nology (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”...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ADDING FUEL 1. Open the fuel filler door. 2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refueling.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light”...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Instrument Cluster Display”...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description 70 Amp Tan – Electric Power Steering 30 Amp Green – Radiator Fan - Low Speed 50 Amp Red – Radiator Fan - High Speed 40 Amp Orange – Blower Motor –...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicle Fuse Cavity Mini Fuse Description Number Diagnostic Socket, Vehicle Radio, 15 Amp Blue Climate Control System, TPMS, Sunroof 7.5 Amp Brown Left High Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Right High Beam 7.5 Amp Brown Left Fog Light 7.5 Amp Brown Right Fog Light 5 Amp Tan BSM, ESP...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European —...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Example Size Designation: P215/65R15XL 95H, 215/65R15 96H, LT235/85R16C, T145/ 80D18 103M, 31x10.5 R15 LT P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards, or "..blank.." = Passenger car tire based on European design standards, or LT = Light truck tire based on U.S.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire; however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tire Loading And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’ s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver's side door. Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recom- mended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. •...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire's load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard in “Vehicle Loading”...
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Metric Example For Load Limit For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg, and there will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure: • Safety and Vehicle Stability • Economy •...
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride. Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver's side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver's side door.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or conditions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, main- taining correct tire inflation pressure is very important. Increased tire pressure and re- duced vehicle loading may be required for high-speed vehicle operation.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tire Types All Season Tires — If Equipped All season tires provide traction for all seasons (Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter). Traction levels may vary between different all season tires. All season tires can be identified by the M+S, M&S, M/S or MS designation on the tire sidewall.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Run Flat Tires — If Equipped Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the Run Flat mode.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time. WARNING! Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary emergency use only.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Full Size Spare — If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the origi- nally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Tread Wear Indicators Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bot- tom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Replacement Tires The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manufacturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size, quality and per- formance when replacement is needed.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Wheel And Wheel Trim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap solution recommended for the body of the vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Dark Vapor Or Black Satin Chrome Wheels CAUTION! If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty wheels, DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives, or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage this finish and such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND WASH ONLY USING MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature Grades The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Exterior Bulbs Bulb Number Front Low and High Beam Headlamp HIR2LL Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Front Parking/Daytime Running Lamps W21/5W Front Side Marker Lamps LED (See Authorized Dealer) Rear Tail/Stop Lamps P21/5W Rear Tail Lamp LED (See Authorized Dealer) Rear Turn Signal Lamps P21W Rear Backup Lamps...
Owner's Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals or Warranty Booklet. United States customers may visit the Fiat Contact Us page at www.fiat.com scroll to the bottom of the page and select the “Contact Us” link, then select the “Owner’ s Manual and Glove Compartment Material”...
CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying FCA US LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR • The following highlights just some of the many Authentic FIAT Accessories by Mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your FIAT 500L. • In choosing Authentic Accessories, you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment.
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MOPAR® ACCESSORIES ELECTRONICS: • Electronic Vehicle Tracking • Remote Start • Mopar Web System (EVTS) CARRIERS: • Removable Roof Rack • Hitch-mount Bike Carrier • Bike Receiver • Roof-Mount Cargo • Roof-Mount Cargo • Roof-Mount Canoe Carrier Basket Carrier • Roof-Mount Water •...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED • How do I Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint? pg. 43 • How do I adjust my rear seat? pg. 53 ELECTRONICS • What Sound System do I have? pg. 70 • How do I set the clock on my radio? pg.
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This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new FIAT vehicle and to provide a convenient reference ® source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual,...
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Simply download the app, select your make and model and enjoy the ride. To get this app, go directly to the App Store or Google Play and enter the search keyword “MY FIAT” (U.S. market only). fiatusa.com/en/owners provides special offers tailored to your needs, customized vehicle galleries, personalized service records and more.