Page 2 Fiat Service authorised workshops you can ﬁ nd technicians directly trained by us, offering quality and professionalism for all service operations. Fiat workshops are always close to you for the regular servicing operations, season checks and practical recommendations by our experts.
Page 4 HOW TO RECOGNIZE GENUINE PARTS All our Genuine Parts undergo rigorous testing, both in design and build stages, by specialists who check the use of cutting-edge materials and test their reliability. This guarantees performance and safety in the long term for both you and the passengers in your automobile.
Page 5 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat Freemont. We have written this handbook to help you get to know all your car and use it in the best possible way. You should read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
Page 7: Knowing Your Vehicle
Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in VEHICLE loss of control or a collision. Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, dis- Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or while tinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are...
Page 8 IMPORTANT NOTICE NOTE: Be sure to read the Owner's Manual first KNOWING before driving your vehicle and before attaching or ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLICA- YOUR installing parts/accessories or making other modifica- TION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFORMATION VEHICLE tions to the vehicle.
Page 9 When it comes to service, remember that your autho- rized dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory- trained technicians and genuine parts, and is interested STARTING in your satisfaction. DRIVING Copyright © 2011 FIAT Group Automobiles S.p.A. WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY...
Page 10 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The detailed index at the back of this Owner's Manual KNOWING contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult the Table of Contents to determine which YOUR section contains the information you desire. VEHICLE Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or through- Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the out this Owner's Manual: (fig.
Page 11: Vehicle Modifications
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ KNOWING ALTERATIONS YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this SAFETY vehicle could seriously affect its road- worthiness and safety and may lead to a accident resulting in serious injury or death. STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING...
Page 12 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES (fig. 2) KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE (fig. 2) TECHNICAL 1 — Side Window Demist Outlet 6 — Switch Bank 11 — Engine Start/Stop Button SPECIFICATIONS 2 — Air Outlet 7 —...
Page 13 INSTRUMENTS (fig. 3) 3. Fuel Gauge KNOWING The fuel gauge shows the level of fuel in the tank when YOUR 1. Tachometer ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. VEHICLE This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute 4. Coolant Temperature Gauge (RPM x 1000).
Page 14 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The gauge pointer will likely indicate a high tempera- KNOWING ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades, Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system YOUR in heavy traffic, or when towing a trailer. If the pointer consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) VEHICLE rises to the “H”...
Page 15 thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand. KEY FOB KNOWING The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry (fig. 5) YOUR (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores VEHICLE NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency in the rear of the Key Fob.
Page 16 door will cancel this feature. The time for this feature is An unlocked car is an invitation to KNOWING programmable. Refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” YOUR thieves.Always remove the Key Fob from in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for further information. VEHICLE vehicle, cycle the ignition OFF and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Page 17: Sentry Key
SENTRY KEY® The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is ® KNOWING The Sentry Key ® Immobilizer system prevents unau- not compatible with some after-market YOUR thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The VEHICLE remote starting systems. Use of these system does not need to be armed or activated. Op- systems may result in vehicle starting problems eration is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle and loss of security protection.
Page 18 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer ® KNOWING system serviced, bring all vehicle Key Fobs with you to The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the YOUR the authorized dealer. doors and liftgate from distances up to approximately VEHICLE 10 m using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
Page 19 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS on vehicles equipped through Uconnect Touch™. To specified by law or by taking them to a FIAT Dealership, change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect which will deal with their disposal. Touch™ Settings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for fur- •...
Page 20 1. Remove the emergency key by sliding the mechani- 4. To assemble the RKE transmitter case, snap the two KNOWING cal latch on the back of the RKE transmitter side- halves together. YOUR ways with your thumb and then pull the key out with VEHICLE GENERAL INFORMATION your other hand.
Page 21 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM (for 2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the KNOWING vehicle: versions/markets, where YOUR • Press LOCK on the interior power door lock provided) VEHICLE switch with the driver and/or passenger door open. The Vehicle Security Alarm (VSA) system monitors the •...
Page 22 PREMIUM SECURITY SYSTEM (for NOTE: KNOWING • The driver's door key cylinder and the liftgate button versions/markets, where YOUR on the RKE transmitter cannot arm or disarm the provided) VEHICLE Vehicle Security Alarm. The Premium Security system monitors the doors, •...
Page 23 • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, • For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, KNOWING make sure the vehicle ignition system is "OFF". press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button YOUR (requires at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle). •...
Page 24 STEERING WHEEL LOCK (for SECURITY SYSTEM MANUAL OVERRIDE KNOWING The system will not arm if you lock the doors using the versions/markets, where YOUR manual door lock plunger. provided) VEHICLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive electronic steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the SAFETY vehicle without the ignition key.
Page 25 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE • Vehicle Information KNOWING INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • Warning Message Displays YOUR The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- • Turn Menu OFF VEHICLE tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the The system allows the driver to select information by instrument cluster.
Page 26 DOWN Button • Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in KNOWING Press and release the DOWN button to PARK (for versions/markets, where provided) YOUR scroll downward through the main menus • Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more doors VEHICLE and sub-menus.
Page 27 • Exhaust System — Regeneration Required Now. • Electronic Speed Control ON KNOWING Under conditions of exclusive short duration and This light will turn on when the electronic YOUR low speed driving and low speed driving cycles, the speed control is ON. For further informa- VEHICLE engine and exhaust after-treatment system may tion, refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 28 • Windshield Washer Fluid Low Indicator vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging KNOWING This light will turn on to indicate the wind- system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho- YOUR shield washer fluid is low. rized dealer. VEHICLE If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting Procedures”...
Page 29 To turn off the message temporarily, press and release will eventually cause severe transmission the BACK button. To reset the oil change indicator damage or transmission failure. system please refer to a Fiat Dealership. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL ECONOMY Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel Economy”...
Page 30 • Average Fuel Economy current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through KNOWING the SELECT button. • Distance To Empty (DTE) YOUR VEHICLE • 100L/Km NOTE: Significant changes in driving style or vehicle loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of Average Fuel Economy the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
Page 31 TRIP INFO To Reset The Display KNOWING Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Trip Reset will only occur while a resettable function is YOUR Info” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press the being displayed. Press and release the SELECT button VEHICLE SELECT button.
Page 32 Uconnect Touch™ SETTINGS MESSAGES KNOWING In the Main Menu, press and release the UP or DOWN YOUR HARD-KEYS button until “Messages: XX” displays highlighted in the VEHICLE Hard-Keys are located on the left and right side of the EVIC. If there is more than one message, pressing the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 33 shown on the following pages for each setting (fig. 11) Display KNOWING (fig. 12) • Brightness (for versions/markets, where YOUR VEHICLE provided) Press the Brightness soft-key to change this display. When in this display you may select display brightness SAFETY with the headlights on and the headlights off.
Page 34 • Units (for versions/markets, where provided) soft-key, adjust the hours and minutes using the up and KNOWING Press the Units soft-key to change this display. When in down soft-keys, select AM or PM, select 12 hr or 24 hr YOUR this display you may select to have the EVIC, odometer, followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key when all VEHICLE...
Page 35 and Display button followed by pressing the arrow back the 0, 30, 60 or 90 soft-key followed by pressing the KNOWING soft-key. arrow back soft-key. YOUR VEHICLE • Hill Start Assist (for versions/markets, where • Headlights with Wipers (for versions/markets, provided) where provided) Press the Hill Start Assist soft-key to change this...
Page 36 selection, press the Flash Headlights with Lock soft- LOCK button. When Driver Door 1st Press is se- KNOWING key, select On or Off followed by pressing the arrow lected, you must press the RKE transmitter UNLOCK YOUR back soft-key. button twice to unlock the passenger's doors. When VEHICLE UnlockAll Doors On 1st Press is selected, all of the Doors &...
Page 37 vehicle door will cancel this feature. To change the Heated Seats KNOWING Engine Off Power Delay status press the 0 seconds, • Auto Heated Seats (for versions/markets, where YOUR 45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes soft-key followed VEHICLE provided) by pressing the arrow back soft-key.
Page 38 • Calibration (for versions/markets, where CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The KNOWING provided) compass will now function normally. YOUR Press the Calibration key to change this setting. This VEHICLE NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need and an environment free from large metallic objects to manually reset the compass.
Page 39 key, select ON or OFF followed by pressing the arrow Audio KNOWING back soft-key. • Equalizer (for versions/markets, where provided) YOUR VEHICLE Press the Equalizer soft-key to change this display. Phone / Bluetooth When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and •...
Page 40 release the Day, Night or Auto soft-key followed by selecting any point on the scale in between the + and – KNOWING pressing the arrow back soft-key. soft-keys followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key. YOUR VEHICLE • Display Brightness with Headlights ON (for •...
Page 41 • Touchscreen Beep (for versions/markets, where soft-keys, followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key KNOWING provided) when all selections are complete. YOUR When in this display you may turn on or shut off the VEHICLE • Set Time Minutes (for versions/markets, where sound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) is provided) pressed.
Page 42 and Display, or turned OFF. To change the Park Assist Lights KNOWING status press and release the Off, Sound Only or Sounds YOUR • Headlight Off Delay (for versions/markets, and Display button followed by pressing the arrow back VEHICLE where provided) soft-key.
Page 43 • Auto Dim High Beams (for versions/markets, the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the driver's door KNOWING where provided) is opened. To make your selection, press the Auto YOUR When this feature is selected, the high beam headlights Unlock on Exit soft-key, select On or Off followed by VEHICLE will deactivate automatically under certain conditions.
Page 44 only result in the driver’s door opening. If driver door • Headlight Off Delay (for versions/markets, KNOWING first is selected, once the driver door is opened, the where provided) YOUR interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to unlock When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to VEHICLE all doors (or use RKE transmitter).
Page 45 • Perform Compass Calibration (for CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The KNOWING versions/markets, where provided) compass will now function normally. YOUR Press the Calibration key to change this setting. This VEHICLE Audio compass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the need to manually reset the compass.
Page 46 SEATS • Equalizer (for versions/markets, where provided) KNOWING When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of YOUR Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – the vehicle.
Page 47 Adjusting The Seat Up Or Down WARNING! KNOWING The height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pull YOUR • Adjusting a seat while driving may be upward or push downward on the seat switch; the seat VEHICLE dangerous.
Page 48 heating. Touch the soft-key a third time to shut the HEATED SEATS (for versions/markets, where KNOWING heating elements OFF. provided) YOUR On some models, the front driver and passenger seats VEHICLE For Vehicles Equipped With Uconnect Touch™ may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions 8.4 And 8.4 Nav: and seatbacks.
Page 49 When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will WARNING! KNOWING provide a boosted heat level during the first four YOUR • Persons who are unable to feel pain to minutes of operation. Then, the heat output will drop VEHICLE the skin because of advanced age, to the normal HI-level.
Page 50 RECLINER ADJUSTMENT WARNING! KNOWING The recline lever is located on the outboard side of the YOUR • Adjusting a seat while driving may be seat. To recline the seat, lean forward slightly, lift the VEHICLE dangerous. Moving a seat while driving lever, lean back to the desired position and release the could result in loss of control which could cause a lever.
Page 51 Pull upward on the recline lever to fold or unfold the WARNING! KNOWING seat. YOUR • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is VEHICLE moving is dangerous.The sudden move- ment of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be adjusted properly and SAFETY you could be injured.
Page 52 be split in two halves, with the front half being soft WARNING! KNOWING foam and trim, the back half being decorative plastic. YOUR Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is mov- VEHICLE When AHRs deploy during a rear impact, the front half ing is dangerous.The sudden movement of the head restraint extends forward to minimize the of the seat could cause you to lose control.Adjust...
Page 53 For comfort, the Active Head Restraints can be tilted WARNING! KNOWING forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer YOUR • Do not place items over the top of the to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of VEHICLE Active Head Restraint, such as coats, the head restraint.
Page 54 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • Active Head Restraints may be deployed if they YOUR Driving a vehicle with the head re- VEHICLE are struck by an object such as a hand, foot or straints removed or improperly adjusted loose cargo. To avoid accidental deployment of could cause serious injury or death in the event of the Active Head Restraint ensure that all cargo is a collision.The head restraints should be checked...
Page 55 WARNING! WARNING! KNOWING YOUR Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a VEHICLE row seat without having the head re- cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. straint unfolded and locked in place. Failure to In a collision, people riding in these areas are follow this warning may result in personal injury more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 56 To Unfold The Seat WARNING! KNOWING Raise the seatback and lock it in place. YOUR To prevent personal injury or damage to VEHICLE objects, keep your head, arms, and ob- WARNING! jects out of the folding path of the seatback. Be certain that the seatback is locked SAFETY securely into position.
Page 57 Recliner Adjustment WARNING! KNOWING The recline lever is on the outboard side of the seat. To YOUR • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is recline the seatback, lean back, lift the lever, position VEHICLE moving is dangerous.The sudden move- the seatback as desired, and then release the lever.
Page 58 Seatback/Armrest — Second Row Passenger WARNING! KNOWING Seat YOUR Keep the latch clean and free of objects The latch release-loop is located at the top of the VEHICLE and be certain that the seatback/ seatback/armrest. Pull the release-loop forward to re- armrest is locked securely into position.
Page 59 WARNING! KNOWING YOUR Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in VEHICLE this position, as it is only intended for entering and exiting the third row seats. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal SAFETY injury. To Unfold And Move The Second-Row Passenger STARTING Seat Rearward DRIVING...
Page 60 50/50 SPLIT THIRD-ROW PASSENGER KNOWING SEATS WITH FOLD-FLAT FEATURE (Seven YOUR Passenger Models) VEHICLE To provide additional storage area, each third-row passenger seatback can be folded flat. This allows for extended cargo space and still maintains some rear SAFETY seating room if needed. NOTE: Prior to folding the third-row passenger seat- STARTING back, make sure the second-row passenger seatback is...
Page 61 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING WARNING! KNOWING COLUMN YOUR • Be certain that the seatback is locked This feature allows you to tilt the steering column VEHICLE securely into position. Otherwise, the upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or seat will not provide the proper stability for shorten the steering column.
Page 62 MIRRORS WARNING! KNOWING YOUR INSIDE DAY/NIGHT MIRROR Do not adjust the steering column while VEHICLE A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is driving. Adjusting the steering column a twist on mirror that has a fixed position. The mirror while driving or driving with the steering column installs on the windshield button with a counterclock- unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of...
Page 63 AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRROR (for OUTSIDE MIRRORS KNOWING To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mir- versions/markets, where provided) YOUR This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare ror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a VEHICLE from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in mirror.
Page 64 Models With Express Window Feature in, pressing the switch a second time will return the KNOWING Press and release the mirror select button marked L mirrors to the normal driving position. YOUR (left) or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow VEHICLE NOTE: Pressing the power folding mirror switch for buttons to move the mirror in the direction the arrow...
Page 65: Climate Controls
CLIMATE CONTROLS Sun Visor “Slide-On Rod” Feature (for KNOWING versions/markets, where provided) YOUR GENERAL OVERVIEW This feature allows for additional flexibility in position- VEHICLE The air conditioning and heating system is designed to ing the visor to block out the sun. make you comfortable in all types of weather.
Page 66 Soft-Keys KNOWING Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™ YOUR system screen. (fig. 44) (fig. 45) VEHICLE Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keys And Soft-keys) SAFETY 1. A/C Button Press and release to change the current Air Condition- ing (A/C) setting; the indicator illuminates when A/C is STARTING ON.
Page 67 3. Blower Control KNOWING Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air YOUR forced through the climate system. There are seven VEHICLE blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will cause automatic mode to switch to manual operation for versions/markets, where provided with ATC. The SAFETY speeds can be selected using either hard-keys or soft- keys as follows:...
Page 68 4. Front Defrost Button Failure to follow these cautions can KNOWING Press and release to change the current airflow setting YOUR cause damage to the heating elements: to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this VEHICLE • Use care when washing the inside of feature is ON.
Page 69 8. Climate Control OFF Button demist outlets and defrost outlets. The Mode settings KNOWING Press and release this button to turn the Climate are as follows: YOUR Control ON/OFF. VEHICLE • Panel Mode 9. AUTO Operation Button (for versions/markets, Air comes from the outlets in the instrument where provided) panel.
Page 70 • Defrost Mode on, cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets KNOWING Air comes from the windshield and side window into the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the YOUR demist outlets. Use Defrost mode with maxi- A/C button to turn off the air conditioning and manu- VEHICLE mum temperature settings for best windshield and side ally adjust the blower and airflow mode settings.
Page 71 NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation mode NOTE: KNOWING may lead to excessive window fogging. The Recircula- • It is not necessary to move the temperature settings YOUR tion mode is not allowed in Mix, Floor and Defrost for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically VEHICLE modes to improve window clearing operation.
Page 72 REAR AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE Rear Lock KNOWING Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock soft-key on the CONTROL (ATC) (for versions/markets, YOUR where provided) Uconnect Touch™ screen, illuminates a lock symbol in VEHICLE The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear the rear display.
Page 73 The rear ATC is located in the headliner, near the comfort level. When the system is set up for your KNOWING center of the vehicle. (fig. 48) comfort level, it is not necessary to change the settings. YOUR You will experience the greatest efficiency by simply •...
Page 74 temperature. The rear temperature settings are dis- OPERATING TIPS KNOWING played in the Uconnect Touch™ system. YOUR NOTE: Refer to the chart at the end of this section VEHICLE When rear controls are locked by the Uconnect for suggested control settings for various weather Touch™...
Page 75 Window Fogging KNOWING Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly re- YOUR moved by turning the mode selector to Defrost. The VEHICLE Defrost/Floor mode can be used to maintain a clear windshield and provide sufficient heating. If side win- dow fogging becomes a problem, increase the blower SAFETY speed.
Page 76 Manual Control Setting Suggestions For Various Weather Conditions (fig. 49) KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS (fig. 49)
Page 77 LIGHTS KNOWING YOUR HEADLIGHT SWITCH AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS (for VEHICLE versions/markets, where provided) The headlight switch is located on the left side This system automatically turns the headlights on or off of the instrument panel. This switch controls according to ambient light levels. To turn the system the operation of the headlights, parking lights, SAFETY on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to...
Page 78 NOTE: The Daytime Running Lights can be turned on HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY KNOWING This feature provides the safety of headlight illumina- and off using the Uconnect Touch™ System, refer to YOUR tion for up to 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in “Uconnect Touch™...
Page 79 the headlight switch once and the front fog lights come • A “Turn Signal On” message will appear in the EVIC KNOWING on. Press the switch a second time and the rear fog (for versions/markets, where provided) and a continu- YOUR lights will come on (front fog lights stay on).
Page 80 DIMMER CONTROLS INTERIOR LIGHT DEFEAT (OFF) KNOWING The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off YOUR is located on the left side of the instrument panel. position. The interior lights will remain off when the VEHICLE (fig.
Page 81: Illuminated Entry
ILLUMINATED ENTRY All seating positions occupied, plus an KNOWING evenly distributed load in the luggage The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the YOUR compartment. The total weight of Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the VEHICLE passengers and load does not exceed the doors or open any door or liftgate.
Page 82 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND There are five delay settings, which allow you to regu- KNOWING late the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycle WASHERS YOUR every second to a maximum of approximately 36 sec- VEHICLE The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located onds between cycles at vehicle speeds below 16 km/h.
Page 83 Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second • Turn the windshield wipers OFF when KNOWING detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed driving through an automatic car wash. YOUR wiper operation. (fig. 55) VEHICLE Damage to the windshield wipers may NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the result if the wiper control is left in any position “park”...
Page 84 HEADLIGHT WASHERS (for If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in KNOWING the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two or versions/markets, where YOUR three wipe cycles and then turn OFF. provided) VEHICLE The Headlight Washers are recessed into the top of WARNING! the fascia, centrally located below each headlight.
Page 85: Rear Window Features
REAR WINDOW FEATURES If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is KNOWING turned to the LOCK position, the wiper will automati- YOUR REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER cally return to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is VEHICLE The rear window wiper/washer control is located on restarted, the wiper will resume function at whichever the right side of the steering column.
Page 86 NOTE: To prevent excessive battery drain, use the • Turn the rear wiper off when driving KNOWING rear window defroster only when the engine is oper- YOUR through an automatic car wash. Damage ating. VEHICLE to the rear wiper may result if the rear wiper switch is left in the on position.
Page 87 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL (for the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and KNOWING resetting the desired vehicle set speed. versions/markets, where YOUR provided) VEHICLE TO ACTIVATE When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
Page 88 vehicle will deactivate Electronic Speed Control with- TO ACCELERATE FOR PASSING KNOWING out erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the ON/ Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the YOUR OFF button or turning the ignition switch OFF erases pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set VEHICLE the set speed memory.
Page 89: Overhead Console
OVERHEAD CONSOLE pressed. The courtesy lights also function as reading KNOWING lights. Press in on each lens to turn these lights on while The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, YOUR inside the vehicle. Press the lens a second time to turn storage for sunglasses, an interior observation mirror VEHICLE each light off.
Page 90 NOTE: From the “observation mirror” position, the SUNGLASSES STORAGE KNOWING To access the storage compartment, press on the door can only be closed. YOUR raised bars on the compartment door in the center of VEHICLE To return to the full open position, the door must first the console and release and the door will swing down- be closed and then opened by pressing the latch again ward.
Page 91: Hazard Warning Flashers
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS STORAGE KNOWING The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the YOUR GLOVEBOX STORAGE instrument panel switch bank, above the climate con- VEHICLE The glovebox storage compartment is located on the trols. passenger side of the instrument panel. Pull on the release handle to open the glovebox storage compart- Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning SAFETY...
Page 92: Floor Console Storage
FLOOR CONSOLE STORAGE KNOWING An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the YOUR floor console. (fig. 64) VEHICLE CENTER CONSOLE STORAGE There is a storage compartment located under the SAFETY center console armrest. (fig. 65) Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front of the lid, to open the storage compartment.
Page 93 Sliding Armrest (for automatic transmission FLIP 'N STOW™ FRONT PASSENGER SEAT KNOWING only) STORAGE (for versions/markets, where YOUR The center console armrest can also be slid rearward provided) VEHICLE for easy access to the storage area. (fig. 67) The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of the seat cushion between the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 94 IN-FLOOR STORAGE BIN WITH WARNING! KNOWING REMOVABLE LINER YOUR Be certain that the seat cushion is VEHICLE NOTE: Position the front seat to at least a mid-track locked securely into position before us- position to provide easier access to the storage bin. ing the seat.
Page 95: Electrical Power Outlets
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS KNOWING A 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet located in the center YOUR console below the radio. The power outlet has power VEHICLE available when the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC position. (fig. 72) SAFETY This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar lighter unit.
Page 96 A second 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet is located KNOWING inside the center console storage area. Power is avail- YOUR able with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN, ACC or VEHICLE LOCK position. (fig. 73) A third fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the SAFETY back of the center console.
Page 97 • Do not exceed the maximum power of WARNING! KNOWING 160Watts (13 Amps) at 12Volts.If the 160 YOUR To avoid serious injury or death: VEHICLE Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded • Only devices designed for use in this the fuse protecting the system will need to be type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt replaced.
Page 98 CUPHOLDERS • Many accessories that can be plugged KNOWING There are two cupholders, located in the center floor YOUR in draw power from the vehicle's battery, console, for the front passengers. (fig. 77) VEHICLE even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 99 When the armrest is folded flat the cupholders are in WARNING! KNOWING the back of the Head Restraint. The Head Restraint can YOUR If containers of hot liquid are placed in be adjusted to better position the cupholders. (fig. 78) VEHICLE the bottle holder, they can spill when the door is closed, burning the occupants.
Page 100 POWER SUNROOF (for (Continued) KNOWING versions/markets, where • In a collision, there is a greater risk of being YOUR provided) VEHICLE thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.You The power sunroof switch is located between the sun could also be seriously injured or killed. Always visors on the overhead console.
Page 101 automatically. This is called “Express Close”. During VENTING SUNROOF — EXPRESS KNOWING Express Close operation, any movement of the switch Press and release the “Vent” button, and the sunroof YOUR will stop the sunroof. will open to the vent position. This is called “Express VEHICLE Vent”, and will occur regardless of sunroof position.
Page 102 DOOR LOCKS IGNITION OFF OPERATION KNOWING The power sunroof switches remain active for up to YOUR MANUAL DOOR LOCKS approximately ten minutes after the ignition switch has VEHICLE To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each been turned OFF. Opening either front door will cancel door trim panel downward.
Page 103 Automatic Door Locks (for versions/markets, WARNING! KNOWING where provided) YOUR • For personal security and safety in the The auto door lock feature default condition is dis- VEHICLE event of an accident, lock the vehicle abled. When enabled, the door locks will lock auto- doors before you drive as well as when you park matically when the vehicle's speed exceeds 24 km/h.
Page 104 2. The transmission was in gear and the vehicle speed 4. Within 30 seconds, press the power door unlock KNOWING returned to 0 km/h. switch to unlock the doors. YOUR 3. The transmission is in NEUTRAL or PARK. 5. A single chime will indicate the completion of the VEHICLE programming.
Page 105 WARNING! KNOWING YOUR Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a VEHICLE collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the Child-Protection locks are engaged. Failure to SAFETY follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 106 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO To Disengage The Child-Protection Door Lock KNOWING System The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the YOUR 1. Open the rear door. vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a VEHICLE 2. Insert the tip of the emergency key (or alike) into feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go.
Page 107 “Unlock Driver Door 1st Press” and “Unlock All To Enter The Liftgate KNOWING Doors 1st Press”, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Set- With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within YOUR tings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for further informa- 1.0 m of the liftgate, press the button underneath the VEHICLE tion.
Page 108 have been closed the vehicle checks the inside and handle, press the door handle LOCK button to lock all KNOWING outside of the vehicle for any valid Passive Entry RKE four doors and the liftgate. YOUR transmitters. If one of the vehicle's Passive Entry RKE VEHICLE NOTE: transmitters is detected inside the vehicle, and no...
Page 109 WINDOWS WARNING! KNOWING YOUR POWER WINDOWS Never leave children in a vehicle with VEHICLE The window controls on the driver's door trim panel the Key Fob. Occupants, particularly un- control all of the door windows. (fig. 89) attended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window There are single window controls on each passenger SAFETY...
Page 110 To close the window part way, pull the window switch an additional two seconds after the window is KNOWING up to the first detent and release it when you want the closed. YOUR window to stop. 2. Push the window switch down firmly to the second VEHICLE detent to open the window completely and con- NOTE:...
Page 111 LIFTGATE WIND BUFFETING KNOWING Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of The liftgate can be unlocked or locked with the Re- YOUR pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the mote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, the Keyless VEHICLE ears.
Page 112 CARGO AREA FEATURES WARNING! KNOWING YOUR RECHARGEABLE FLASHLIGHT (for • Driving with the liftgate open can al- VEHICLE versions/markets, where provided) low poisonous exhaust gases into your The rechargeable LED flashlight stores in its charging vehicle. These fumes could injure you and your station in the left rear quarter trim panel.
Page 113 To operate the flashlight, press the switch once for • 60/40 split second-row passenger seats with fold flat KNOWING high, twice for low, and a third time to return to off. feature, which allows for extended cargo space. Re- YOUR (fig.
Page 114 CARGO TIE-DOWNS WARNING! KNOWING YOUR The weight and position of cargo and WARNING! VEHICLE passengers can change the vehicle cen- Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for ter of gravity and vehicle handling.To avoid loss of a child seat tether strap.In a sudden stop control resulting in personal injury, follow these SAFETY or collision, a tie-down could pull loose and allow...
Page 115 the posts into the bottom of the notches and release RETRACTABLE CARGO AREA COVER (for KNOWING the handle. (fig. 96) versions/markets, where provided) — FIVE YOUR PASSENGER MODELS VEHICLE NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not to secure loads. It will not prevent cargo from shifting SAFETY or protect passengers from loose cargo.
Page 116 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD WARNING! KNOWING Two latches must be released to open the hood. YOUR A cargo cover that is unsecured in the VEHICLE 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left vehicle could cause injury in a collision.It side of the instrument panel.
Page 117 To prevent possible damage: KNOWING • Before closing hood, make sure the YOUR VEHICLE hood prop rod is fully seated into its storage retaining clips. • Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm SAFETY downward push at the center front edge of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Page 118 Metal Crossbars can be purchased from your • Long loads, which extend over the windshield, FIAT dealer to provide a functional roof rack system. such as wood panels or surfboards, or loads with large frontal area should be secured to both the...
Page 119: Brake System
BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! KNOWING YOUR Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic • Riding the brakes can lead to brake VEHICLE brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic failure and possibly an accident. Driving systems loses normal capability, the remaining system with your foot resting or riding on the brake will still function.
Page 120 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL WARNING! KNOWING SYSTEM YOUR The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor brake control system commonly referred to as ESC. can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing This system includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), road conditions.
Page 121 You also may experience the following when the brake (Continued) KNOWING system goes into Anti-lock: • The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of YOUR • The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for a VEHICLE physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it short time after the stop), increase braking or steering efficiency beyond •...
Page 122 to operate normally if the Brake System Warning Light WARNING! KNOWING is not on. YOUR BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of VEHICLE If the ABS Light is on, the brake system should be physics from acting on the vehicle, nor serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing Anti-Lock brakes.
Page 123 ELECTRONIC ROLL MITIGATION (ERM) ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) KNOWING This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by This system enhances directional control and stability YOUR monitoring the driver’s steering wheel input and the of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC VEHICLE speed of the vehicle.
Page 124 (Continued) press the “ESC OFF” button and the “ESC Activation/ KNOWING Malfunction Indicator Light” will turn off. This will • ESC cannot prevent collisions, including those YOUR restore the normal “ESC On” mode of operation. VEHICLE resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on (fig.
Page 125 as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes WARNING! KNOWING active. The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator YOUR When in “Partial Off ” mode, the TCS Light” also flashes when TCS is active. If the “ESC VEHICLE functionality of ESC, (except for the lim- Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”...
Page 126 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — individual wheels in an attempt to stop the trailer from KNOWING swaying. OBD II YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard NOTE: The TSC is disabled when the ESC system is diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors in the “Partial Off”...
Page 127: Power Steering
POWER STEERING LOOSE FUEL FILLER CAP MESSAGE KNOWING If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the The standard power steering system will give you good YOUR fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability VEHICLE the word “gASCAP”...
Page 128 Prolonged operation of the steering sys- WARNING! KNOWING YOUR tem at the end of the steering wheel Fluid level should be checked on a level VEHICLE travel will increase the steering fluid tem- surface and with the engine off to pre- perature and it should be avoided when possible.
Page 129: Tire Pressure Monitor System
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM tire pressure warning (Tire Pressure Monitoring Tell- KNOWING tale Light) illuminates, you must increase the tire pres- (TPMS) YOUR sure to the recommended cold placard pressure in The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn VEHICLE order for the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light to the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle turn off.
Page 130 NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check NOTE: KNOWING • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle YOUR and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure monthly and to maintain the proper pressure.
Page 131 exists. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and KNOWING turn off when the fault condition no longer exists. A reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, YOUR system fault can occur due to any of the following: the TPMS will update automatically and the TPMS...
Page 132 play a graphic showing the pressure values of each tire PREMIUM SYSTEM (for versions/markets, KNOWING with the low tire pressure values flashing. (fig. 101) where provided) YOUR The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wire- VEHICLE Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible less technology with wheel rim mounted electronic and inflate the tires with low pressure (those flashing in sensors to monitor tire pressure levels.
Page 133 also sound a chime. In addition, the EVIC will display a 2. Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting KNOWING "CHECK TPM SYSTEM" message for three seconds that affects radio wave signals. YOUR and then display dashes (- -) in place of the pressure 3.
Page 134 three seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place of Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light, or display the text KNOWING the pressure value. message in the EVIC. However, the graphic will still YOUR display “- -.“ VEHICLE 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare, To reactivate the TPMS, first, replace all four wheel and the TPMS will update automatically.
Page 135 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST PARKSENSE ® SENSORS KNOWING The four ParkSense sensors, located in the rear (for versions/markets, where ® YOUR fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that provided) VEHICLE is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides ®...
Page 136 PARKSENSE ® DISPLAY KNOWING When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the warning display YOUR will turn ON indicating the system status. (fig. 103) VEHICLE (fig. 104) The system will indicate a detected obstacle by show- SAFETY ing three solid arcs and will produce a one-half second tone.
Page 137 The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warning KNOWING display shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuous YOUR tone. The following chart shows the warning alert VEHICLE operation when the system is detecting an obstacle: WARNING ALERTS SAFETY Rear Distance Greater than...
Page 138 “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS” or the “SERVICE ENABLING AND DISABLING PARKSENSE ® KNOWING ParkSense can be enabled and disabled using the PARK ASSIST SYSTEM” message for as long as the ® YOUR Uconnect Touch™ System. The available choices are: vehicle is in REVERSE. Under this condition, Park- VEHICLE Off, Sound Only, or Sound and Display.
Page 139 • When you move the shift lever to the REVERSE • ParkSense is only a parking aid and it ® KNOWING position and ParkSense is turned off, the EVIC will ® is unable to recognize every obstacle, YOUR display the “PARK ASSIST OFF” message for as long as VEHICLE including small obstacles.
Page 140 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP (Continued) KNOWING CAMERA (for versions/markets, • Before using the ParkSense ® Rear Park Assist YOUR where provided) VEHICLE system, it is strongly recommended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is disconnected Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView ®...
Page 141 NOTE: If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance WARNING! KNOWING builds up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with YOUR Drivers must be careful when backing up water, and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens. VEHICLE even when using the ParkView ®...
Page 142 SOUND SYSTEMS NAVIGATION SYSTEM (for KNOWING versions/markets, where Refer to your Uconnect Touch™ User Manual. YOUR provided) VEHICLE Refer to your Uconnect Touch™ User Manual. SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS...
Page 143: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO LEFT -HAND SWITCH FUNCTIONS FOR KNOWING CONTROLS RADIO OPERATION YOUR • Press the top of the switch to SEEK the next listen- The remote sound system controls are located on the VEHICLE able station up from the current setting. rear surface of the steering wheel.
Page 144 UCONNECT™ MULTIMEDIA VIDEO The Video Entertainment System (VES)™ expands the KNOWING vehicle’s audio and video capabilities so that rear pas- ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ YOUR sengers can enjoy movies, music and external audio/ (for versions/markets, where VEHICLE video devices such as video games or MP3 players. The provided) VES™...
Page 145 Remote Control Operation NOTE: KNOWING • Ensure the remote control channel/screen selector Quick Reference Chart YOUR switch is set to the screen or channel to be controlled. VEHICLE This chart provides a quick reference of the remote control button functions for the different radio modes •...
Page 146 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control YOUR AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/ Mode Screen Button VEHICLE MW/LW Audio Hard AUX2 Select Setup Disc Menu Drive SAFETY Tune Up* Next Next Fast Fast Selection Selection Right Audio: Arrow FF Channel* Channel Forward Forward...
Page 147 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/ Mode Screen YOUR Button VEHICLE MW/LW Audio Hard AUX2 Select Setup Disc Menu Drive SAFETY Return to Return to Back Not Available Audio: Available Available Available Available Available Screen Screen Video...
Page 148 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control YOUR AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/ Mode Screen Button VEHICLE MW/LW Audio Hard AUX2 Select Setup Disc Menu Drive SAFETY Pause if Pause if Play/Pause Not Available Audio: Available Available playing, playing/ Available Available Available else...
Page 149 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/ Mode Screen YOUR Button VEHICLE MW/LW Audio Hard AUX2 Select Setup Disc Menu Drive SAFETY Slow Status Not Available Audio: Audio: Available Mode and Available Available Available Available Available Content Info...
Page 150 When the selector switch is in the Channel 1 7. MENU – Press to return to the main menu of a DVD KNOWING position, the remote controls the functionality of disc, to select a satellite audio channel from the YOUR headphone Channel 1 (right side of the screen).
Page 151 markets, where provided) and the VES™ mode is two retaining clips until it snaps back into position. KNOWING selected and the disc is stopped, press the SETUP (fig. 110) YOUR button to access the DVD Setup menu. (see the VEHICLE Locking The Remote Control DVD Setup Menu of this manual.) All remote control functionality can be disabled as a...
Page 152 NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on Replacing The Batteries KNOWING The remote control requires two AAA batteries for before sound can be heard from the headphones. To YOUR operation. To replace the batteries: conserve battery life, the headphones will automati- VEHICLE cally turn off approximately three minutes after the •...
Page 153 • When both switches are on Channel 2, the Remote Unwired ® Stereo Headphone Lifetime KNOWING is controlling Channel 2 and the headphones are tuned Limited Warranty YOUR to the audio of the VES™ Channel 2. Who Does This Warranty Cover? This warranty VEHICLE covers the initial user or purchaser ("you"...
Page 154 This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may video mode and Channel 2 is selected on the remote KNOWING also have other rights, which vary from jurisdiction to control selector switch, the first remote control key YOUR jurisdiction. press will activate the popup banner indicating Channel VEHICLE 2’s status.
Page 155 image. A popup banner at the bottom of the screen is will be visible on the radio’s display and the shared icon KNOWING displayed momentarily over the video image showing will be visible on the VES™ screen. When in shared YOUR any change in status of Channel 2.
Page 156 3. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute — Audio: Only in a Information Mode Display (fig. 113) KNOWING single screen system: The audio only icon is dis- YOUR played on Channel 2 when Channel 1 is in a video VEHICLE mode. Mute: when the Mute icon is displayed, the audio for Channel 2 has been muted using the remote control’s MUTE button.
Page 157 Screen 1 is selected using the remote control selector Mode Selection Menu (fig. 114) KNOWING switch, the first press of the remote control’s MODE YOUR button causes the Mode Selection menu to appear. VEHICLE Numeric Keypad Menu (fig. 115) SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING...
Page 158 3. To delete the last digit, navigate to the Del button Display Settings (fig. 117) KNOWING and press the remote control’s ENTER button. YOUR 4. After all of the digits are entered, navigate to the Go VEHICLE button and press the remote control’s ENTER button.
Page 159 Disc Features control the remote DVD player's (for Why Does The Screen Mode Change KNOWING versions/markets, where provided) settings of DVD Automatically? YOUR being watched in the remote player. In order to make the operation of the VES™ simple VEHICLE and with the least amount of driver distraction, specific Listening To Audio With The Screen Closed events will cause the screen(s) to automatically switch...
Page 160 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL (for When connecting an external source KNOWING to the AUX input, be sure to follow versions/markets, where YOUR the standard color coding for the provided) VEHICLE VES™ jacks: This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to ®...
Page 161 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE KNOWING PHONES To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the follow- YOUR ing precautions: Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in VEHICLE your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance 1.
Page 162: Adding Fuel
ADDING FUEL • Damage to the fuel system or emis- KNOWING YOUR sions control system could result from FUEL FILLER CAP (GAS CAP) VEHICLE using an improper fuel tank filler tube The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the left side of the vehicle.
Page 163 NOTE: KNOWING • Tighten the gas cap until you hear a “clicking” sound. YOUR This is an indication that the gas cap is tightened VEHICLE properly. The MIL in the instrument cluster may turn on if the gas cap is not secured properly. Make sure that the gas cap is tightened each time the vehicle is refu- SAFETY eled.
Page 164 SAFETY KNOWING OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS YOUR large item in a seat (for versions/markets, where VEHICLE provided) Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: If you will be carrying children too small for adult-sized • Three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating seat belts, the seat belts or ISOFIX feature also can be SAFETY positions...
Page 165 Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even (Continued) KNOWING on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your YOUR driver and cause an accident that includes you. This can VEHICLE vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat happen far away from home or on your own street.
Page 166 (Continued) KNOWING • Two people should never be belted into a single YOUR VEHICLE seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt SAFETY for more than one person, no matter what their size.
Page 167 the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding WARNING! KNOWING under the belt in an accident. (fig. 121) YOUR • A belt that is buckled into the wrong VEHICLE buckle will not protect you properly.The WARNING! lap portion could ride too high on your body, •...
Page 168 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is release the anchorage try to move it up and down to KNOWING comfortable and not resting on your neck. The make sure that it is locked in position. YOUR retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 169 3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded web- sary to comfortably wrap around the occupant's mid- KNOWING bing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you YOUR top of the latch plate.
Page 170 SUPPLEMENTAL ACTIVE HEAD WARNING! KNOWING RESTRAINTS (AHR) (for versions/markets, YOUR • The belt and retractor assembly must where provided) VEHICLE be replaced if the seat belt assembly These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature or nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be any other seat belt function is not working prop- readily identified by any markings, only through visual...
Page 171 Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR) All occupants, including the driver, should KNOWING If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in an acci- not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle's YOUR dent, you must reset the head restraint on the driver’s VEHICLE seat until the head restraints are placed and front passenger seat.
Page 172 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the KNOWING vehicle then down to engage the locking mecha- YOUR nism. (fig. 125) (fig. 126) VEHICLE 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. (fig. 127) SAFETY NOTE: •...
Page 173 ACTIVE HOOD SYSTEM (for versions/ Service Active Hood System KNOWING If the EPPM has deployed the Active Hood, or if it markets, where provided) YOUR The Active Hood system is intended to enhance pe- detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns VEHICLE destrian protection by elevating the vehicle’s hood on the Air Bag Warning Light and it will display the...
Page 174 The front bumper assembly may affect proper opera- WARNING! KNOWING tion of the Active Hood system. The front bumper YOUR • Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in components should be inspected for damage and re- VEHICLE your instrument panel or the “SERVICE placed if necessary in the event of a frontal impact, even ACTIVE HOOD”message in the EVIC could mean if it occurs at a low rate of speed.
Page 175 (Continued) The front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when ® KNOWING the front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert ® • Drivers must be aware of pedestrians. Always YOUR be triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the VEHICLE be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other front passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat (for...
Page 176 CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING! KNOWING Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up all the YOUR • “Extreme Hazard! Do not use a time, including babies and children. VEHICLE rearward-facing child restraint on a seat Children 12 years or younger should ride properly protected by an air bag in front of it!”...
Page 177 Seating Position (or other site) KNOWING Mass Group Intermediate Intermediate YOUR Front Passenger Rear Outboard Rear Center VEHICLE Outboard Center Group — up to 10 kg Group 0+ — up to 13 kg SAFETY Group 1 – 9 to 18 kg Group II –...
Page 178 Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Chart KNOWING Intermediate YOUR Size Front Rear Rear Intermediate Other VEHICLE Mass Group Fixture Outboard Right Class Passenger Outboard Center Center Sites / Left ISO/L1 **IUF / X **IUF SAFETY Carrycot ISO/L2 X / **IUF STARTING ISO/R1 *IUF / *IUF *IUF 0 —...
Page 179 IUF = Suitable for ISOFIX forward child restraints they reach the weight or height limit of the infant KNOWING systems of universal category approved for use in the carrier. Convertible child seats can be used either YOUR mass group. rearward-facing or forward-facing in the vehicle. Con- VEHICLE IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint sys- vertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in...
Page 180 Children should remain in a forward-facing child seat 2. Pull the release loop forward to release the latch KNOWING with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest and seat cushion. (fig. 130) YOUR weight or height allowed by the child seat. These child 3.
Page 181 8. To remove the slack from the lap belt, pull upward 9. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the KNOWING on the shoulder portion of the seat belt. buckle. YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Be certain that the seat cushion is SAFETY locked securely into position before us- ing the seat.
Page 182 ISOFIX-compatible child restraint systems are now has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety available. However, because the lower anchorages are Standards. FIAT also recommends that you make SERVICING to be introduced over a period of years, child restraint...
Page 183 All three second-row passenger seating positions have KNOWING lower anchorages that are capable of accommodating YOUR ISOFIX-compatible child seats. You should never install VEHICLE ISOFIX-compatible child seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage. If installing child seats in adjacent seating positions, or if your child restraints are SAFETY not ISOFIX-compatible, install the restraints using the...
Page 184 The lower anchorages are round bars located facing infant restraints will also be equipped with a KNOWING at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets tether strap, a hook for attachment to the tether strap YOUR the seatback and are just visible when you anchorage and a means of adjusting the tension of the VEHICLE lean into the rear seat to install the child...
Page 185 seating position, adjust the head restraint to the up- Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle KNOWING ward position and route the tether strap between the Seat Belt YOUR head restraint posts underneath the head restraint. The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are VEHICLE Then, attach the hook to the tether anchor located on equipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Page 186 2. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap posts underneath the head restraint. Then, attach the KNOWING portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt hook to the tether anchor located on the back of the YOUR system will loosen with time, so check the belt seat.
Page 187 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM WARNING! KNOWING (SRS) — AIR BAGS YOUR • Child Restraint Anchorages are de- This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the VEHICLE signed to withstand only those loads im- driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat posed by correctly-fitted child restraints.
Page 188 The Advanced Front Air Bags have a multistage inflator • Steering Wheel and Column KNOWING design. This allows the air bag to have different rates of • Instrument Panel YOUR inflation based on the severity and type of collision. VEHICLE •...
Page 189 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags WARNING! KNOWING (SAB) YOUR • No objects should be placed over or SAB may provide enhanced protection to help protect VEHICLE near the air bag on the instrument an occupant during a side impact. The SAB is marked panel, because any such objects could cause with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough...
Page 190 • Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain KNOWING trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. (SABIC) YOUR SABIC air bags may offer side-impact and vehicle roll- VEHICLE • Being too close to the SAB and SABIC air bags during over protection to front and rear seat outboard occu- deployment could cause you to be severely injured or pants in addition to that provided by the body struc-...
Page 191 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • Do not use accessory seat covers or place ob- YOUR Infants in rear-facing child restraints VEHICLE jects between you and the side air bags; the should never ride in the front seat of a performance could be adversely affected and/or vehicle with a passenger Advanced Front Air Bag.
Page 192 If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or KNOWING to accommodate a disabled person, contact the Cus- side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. YOUR tomer Center.
Page 193 Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all WARNING! KNOWING accidents, and also are needed to help keep you in YOUR Ignoring the Air Bag Warning Light in position, away from an inflating air bag. VEHICLE your instrument panel could mean you The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic won't have the air bags to protect you in a parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition is in...
Page 194 The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the A quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the KNOWING vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air side curtain air bag. The inflating side curtain air bag YOUR bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 195 • Cut off fuel to the engine. • As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like KNOWING particles. The particles are a normal by-product of • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power YOUR the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for or until the ignition is cycled off.
Page 196 (Continued) Maintaining Your Air Bag System KNOWING • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air YOUR WARNING! VEHICLE bag system.The air bag may inflate accidentally • Modifications to any part of the air or may not function properly if modifications are bag system could cause it to fail when made.Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer SAFETY...
Page 197 • The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four These data can help provide a better understanding of KNOWING to eight-second interval. the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. YOUR • The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently VEHICLE NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if or remains on while driving.
Page 198 SAFETY TIPS (Continued) KNOWING • On seven passenger models, do not allow a YOUR TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS VEHICLE passenger to sit in a third row seat with the NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO second row seatback(s) folded flat. In a collision, AREA.
Page 199 The best protection against carbon monoxide entry Air Bag Warning Light KNOWING into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine The light should turn on and remain on for four to six YOUR exhaust system. seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first VEHICLE turned ON.
Page 200 (Continued) PERIODIC SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD KNOWING MAKE OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE • Never place or install floor mats or other floor YOUR VEHICLE coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly Tires secured to prevent them from moving and inter- Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns.
Page 201: Starting And Driving
STARTING AND DRIVING KNOWING YOUR ENGINE BREAK-IN STARTING PROCEDURES VEHICLE RECOMMENDATIONS Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, and if A long break-in period is not required for the engine present, instruct all other occupants to buckle their and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Page 202 (Continued) To Turn Off The Engine Using ENGINE KNOWING START/STOP Button • Do not leave animals or children inside parked YOUR 1. Place the shift lever in PARK, then press and release VEHICLE vehicles in hot weather; interior heat buildup the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Page 203 ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions – IF ENGINE FAILS TO START KNOWING With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In YOUR PARK Or NEUTRAL Position) WARNING! VEHICLE The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to • Never pour fuel or other flammable an ignition switch.
Page 204 motor will engage automatically, run for 10 seconds, NOTE: The starter motor may need to remain en- KNOWING and then disengage. Once this occurs, release the gaged for up to 30 seconds in very cold conditions until YOUR accelerator pedal and the brake pedal, wait 10 to the engine is started.
Page 205 before the engine will shut off. The ignition switch The following chart should be used as a guide in KNOWING position will remain in the ACC position until the determining the amount of engine idle time required to YOUR vehicle is stopped and the button is pressed twice to sufficiently cool down the turbocharger before shut VEHICLE the OFF position.
Page 206 PARKING BRAKE Automatic Transmission – For Versions/Markets, KNOWING Where Provided Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking YOUR The foot operated parking brake is located below the brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an VEHICLE lower left corner of the instrument panel.
Page 207 will sound to alert the driver. Fully release the parking (Continued) KNOWING brake before attempting to move the vehicle. • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended YOUR VEHICLE is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or •...
Page 208 MANUAL TRANSMISSION (for Use each gear in numerical order, do not skip a gear. Be KNOWING sure the transmission is in first gear, (not third), when versions/markets, where YOUR starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch provided) VEHICLE can result from starting in third.
Page 209 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (for DOWNSHIFTING KNOWING Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and versions/markets, where YOUR prolong engine life. provided) VEHICLE If you skip a gear while downshifting or Damage to the transmission may occur if downshift at too high a vehicle speed,you SAFETY the following precautions are not ob- could damage the engine, transmission,...
Page 210 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended YOUR • It is dangerous to move the shift lever VEHICLE is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or out of PARK or NEUTRAL if the engine others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 211 SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR RANGES KNOWING The shift lever position display (located in the instru- DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or YOUR ment panel cluster) indicates the transmission gear NEUTRAL into another gear range. VEHICLE range. You must press the brake pedal to move the shift PARK lever out of the PARK position (refer to “Brake/ This range supplements the parking brake by locking...
Page 212 the transmission locking mechanism may make it diffi- (Continued) KNOWING cult to move the shift lever out of PARK. As an added • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure YOUR precaution, turn the front wheels toward the curb on a VEHICLE those in or near the vehicle.
Page 213 shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave the • Before moving the shift lever out of KNOWING vehicle. PARK, you must turn the ignition switch YOUR VEHICLE from the LOCK/OFF position to the ON/ WARNING! RUN position, and also press the brake pedal. Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result.
Page 214 When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service KNOWING when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- without damaging the transmission. YOUR tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, VEHICLE In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission or while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick...
Page 215 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) (for • the transmission fluid has reached an adequate tem- KNOWING perature, versions/markets, where YOUR • the engine coolant has reached an adequate tem- provided) VEHICLE perature, and This feature provides on-demand All-Wheel Drive • vehicle speed is sufficiently high. (AWD).
Page 216 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES TRACTION KNOWING When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for YOUR ACCELERATION a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road VEHICLE Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other surface.
Page 217: Driving Through Water
DRIVING THROUGH WATER • Always check the depth of the standing KNOWING Driving through water more than a few centimeters water before driving through it. Never YOUR deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and VEHICLE drive through standing water that is prevent damage to your vehicle.
Page 218 VEHICLE STORAGE WARNING! KNOWING If you will not be using your vehicle for more than YOUR • Driving through standing water limits 21 days you may want to take steps to preserve your VEHICLE your vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do battery. You may: not exceed 8 km/h when driving through standing •...
Page 219: Trailer Towing
TRAILER TOWING Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) KNOWING The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your In this section, you will find safety tips and information YOUR vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do VEHICLE with your vehicle.
Page 220 With Attachment Point WARNING! KNOWING • For detachable tow bar, pass the cable through the YOUR An improperly adjusted hitch system attachment point and clip it back onto itself. VEHICLE may reduce handling, stability and brak- (fig. 145) ing performance and could result in an accident. •...
Page 221 Without Attachment Points KNOWING • For detachable ball tow bar, you must follow the YOUR recommended manufacturer or supplier procedure. VEHICLE (fig. 147) • For fixed ball tow bar, loop the cable around the neck SAFETY of the tow ball. If you fit the cable like this, use a single loop only.
Page 222 TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) KNOWING The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain. YOUR Engine/Transmission Frontal Area Max. GTW Max.Tongue Wt. ◊ VEHICLE (Gross Trailer Wt.) (5 and 7 Passenger Model) (5 and 7 Passenger Model) SAFETY 3.7 sq m...
Page 223 (Continued) TOWING REQUIREMENTS KNOWING To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- • Make certain that the load is secured in the YOUR train components the following guidelines are recom- VEHICLE trailer and that it will not shift during travel. mended: When trailering cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can occur that may be diffi-...
Page 224 (Continued) Towing Requirements – Trailer Brakes KNOWING − Do not interconnect the hydraulic brake system or • Total weight must be distributed between YOUR vacuum system of your vehicle with that of the VEHICLE the tow vehicle and the trailer such that the trailer.
Page 225 Function Wire WARNING! KNOWING Number Color YOUR • Do not connect trailer brakes to your VEHICLE Left Turn Signal Yellow vehicle's hydraulic brake lines. It can Rear Fog Light Blue overload your brake system and cause it to fail. Ground/Common Return White You might not have brakes when you need them SAFETY...
Page 226 (fig. 150) Function Wire KNOWING Number Color Function Wire YOUR Number Color VEHICLE Reverse lights Red/ Black Left Turn Signal Yellow Permanent Power Supply (+12V) Brown/ Rear Fog Light Blue SAFETY White Ground/Common Return for White Power Supply Controlled by Contacts (Pins) 1 and 2 and 4 to 8 Ignition Switch (+12V) Right Turn Signal...
Page 227 Automatic Transmission (for versions/markets, AutoStick ® KNOWING where provided) − By using the AutoStick ® shift control to select a specific YOUR The DRIVE range can be selected when towing. How- gear, frequent shifting can be avoided. Select the highest VEHICLE ever, if frequent shifting occurs while in this range, gear that allows for adequate performance.
Page 228 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND chart to determine the accurate attaching points. KNOWING Other equipment, such as trailer sway controls and MOTORHOME, ETC.) YOUR braking equipment, trailer equalizing (leveling) equip- VEHICLE TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER ment and low profile mirrors, may also be required or VEHICLE strongly recommended.
Page 229 NOTE: This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or KNOWING vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the YOUR ground. VEHICLE Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe SAFETY transmission damage. Damage from im- proper towing is not covered under the New Ve- STARTING hicle Limited Warranty.
Page 230: Warning Lights And Messages
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES KNOWING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (fig. 152) YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS (fig. 152)
Page 231: Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Prolonged driving with the MIL on could KNOWING DESCRIPTIONS cause damage to the engine control sys- YOUR VEHICLE tem. It also could affect fuel economy 1. Air Bag Warning Light and drivability. If the MIL is flashing, severe cata- This light will turn on for four to eight sec- lytic converter damage and power loss will soon onds as a bulb check when the ignition switch...
Page 232 cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several kilome- 5. High Beam Indicator KNOWING ters at speeds greater than 48 km/h, see your autho- This light shows that the high beam headlights YOUR rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem are on.
Page 233 8. Park/Headlight ON Indicator (for Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for KNOWING versions/markets, where provided) proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s respon- YOUR This indicator will illuminate when the park sibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under- VEHICLE lights or headlights are turned on.
Page 234 11. Brake Warning Light The TPMS has been optimized for the KNOWING This light monitors various brake functions, YOUR original equipment tires and wheels. including brake fluid level and parking brake VEHICLE TPMS pressures and warning have been application. If the brake light turns on it may established for the tire size equipped on your indicate that the parking brake is applied, that vehicle.
Page 235 If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces- 12. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light KNOWING sary. This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake Sys- YOUR tem (ABS). The light will turn on when the VEHICLE ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN WARNING! position and may stay on for as long as four Driving a vehicle with the red brake light...
Page 236 14. Rear Fog Light Indicator (for versions/ KNOWING markets, where provided) YOUR This indicator will illuminate when the rear fog VEHICLE lights are on. (Refer to “Rear Fog Lights” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for further informa- tion). SAFETY 15. Vehicle Security Light (for versions/markets, where provided) STARTING This light will flash rapidly for approximately...
Page 237: In An Emergency
IN AN EMERGENCY KNOWING YOUR JUMP-STARTING PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP-START VEHICLE The battery in your vehicle is located between the left If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery shield.
Page 238 WARNING! WARNING! KNOWING YOUR • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling Do not allow vehicles to touch each VEHICLE fan whenever the hood is raised. It can other as this could establish a ground start anytime the ignition switch is ON.You can connection and personal injury could result.
Page 239 If frequent jump-starting is required to start your WARNING! KNOWING vehicle, you should have the battery and charging YOUR Do not connect the cable to the negative system inspected at your authorized dealer. VEHICLE post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery Accessories that can be plugged into the to explode and could result in personal injury.
Page 240 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING JACK LOCATION KNOWING The jack and jack-handle are stowed underneath a YOUR cover in the rear storage bin in the cargo area. WARNING! VEHICLE (fig. 154) • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traf- SPARE TIRE LOCATION SAFETY...
Page 241 NOTE: Assemble components 2 and 3 by seating the WARNING! KNOWING small ball at the end of component 2 in the small hole at YOUR Do not attempt to change a tire on the the end of component 3. This will lock these compo- VEHICLE side of the vehicle close to moving traf- nents together.
Page 242 ground and the valve stem is at the top of the wheel The winch mechanism is designed for use KNOWING facing away from the rear of the vehicle. YOUR with the jack-handle only. Use of an air 2. Tilt the retainer at the end of the winch cable and VEHICLE wrench or other power tools is not rec- drop it through the center of the wheel.
Page 243 (Continued) Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by KNOWING • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle jacking on locations other than those YOUR VEHICLE on a jack. indicated in the Jacking Instructions for • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on this vehicle.
Page 244 jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle 5. Remove the wheel nuts. For vehicles so equipped, KNOWING with the lift area of the sill flange. (fig. 159) remove the wheel cover from the wheel by hand. YOUR (fig. 160) Do not pry the wheel cover off.
Page 245 7. Install the wheel nuts with the cone-shaped end of Be sure to mount the spare tire with the KNOWING the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel valve stem facing outward. The vehicle YOUR nuts. VEHICLE could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly.
Page 246 of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the lug WARNING! KNOWING nuts. YOUR A loose tire or jack, thrown forward in a VEHICLE collision or hard stop could endanger the WARNING! occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the jack To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle parts and the spare tire in the places provided.
Page 247 3. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the Vehicles Without Wheel Covers KNOWING valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand, 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. YOUR snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not 2.
Page 248 TIREFIT KIT (for versions/markets, TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation KNOWING where provided) (fig. 164) YOUR VEHICLE Small punctures up to 6 mm in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT SAFETY can be used in outside temperatures down to approxi- mately -20°C.
Page 249 Selecting Air Mode • The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one KNOWING Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this posi- tire application use. After each use, always replace YOUR tion for air pump operation only. Use the these components immediately at an authorized VEHICLE Black Air Pump Hose (7) when selecting this...
Page 250 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT YOUR • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the VEHICLE to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or ab- far enough off the road to avoid the danger of sorbed through the skin.
Page 251 vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this • After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant KNOWING position before proceeding. (white fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) YOUR through the Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire. 3.
Page 252 If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the 2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the KNOWING Sealant Hose (6): Sealant Bottle (1) and place the sticker on the YOUR instrument panel. 1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no VEHICLE longer flowing through hose (typically takes 30 - 3.
Page 253 and loading information label on the driver-side WARNING! KNOWING door opening. YOUR TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire VEHICLE NOTE: If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the repair. Have the tire inspected and re- Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the paired or replaced after using TIREFIT.
Page 254 REPLACEMENT BULBS 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT hous- KNOWING ing. All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. YOUR 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not VEHICLE that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in be used for replacement.
Page 255: Bulb Replacement
BULB REPLACEMENT 3. Disconnect the bulb from the harness connector KNOWING and then connect the replacement bulb. YOUR LOW BEAM/HIGH BEAM/FRONT TURN VEHICLE SIGNAL AND FRONT POSITION LAMP Do not touch the new bulb with your 1. Open the hood. fingers.
Page 256 5. Align the index tabs of the replacement front fog REAR FOG LAMP KNOWING lamp bulb with the slots in the collar of the bulb 1. Reach behind the bumper above the bumper rein- YOUR opening on the back of the front fog lamp housing. forcement and press the release tabs on the fog VEHICLE lamp housing.
Page 257 7. Align the index tabs of the replacement rear fog 2. Disconnect the bulb from the harness connector KNOWING lamp bulb/socket assembly with the slots in the and then connect the replacement bulb. (fig. 169) YOUR collar of the bulb opening on the back of the lamp 3.
Page 258 2. Remove the two fasteners from the inboard side of 7. Reinstall the taillamp housing and fasteners. KNOWING the taillamp housing. (fig. 170) YOUR Changing the Backup Lamp 3. Carefully insert a trim stick (plastic flat-blade tool) VEHICLE 1. Open the liftgate. between the body panel and the outboard side of 2.
Page 259 6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the 4. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and KNOWING housing and rotate the connector turn clockwise install the replacement bulb. YOUR to lock it in place. 5. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the VEHICLE 7.
Page 260 FUSES Cartridge Mini- KNOWING Cavity Description Fuse Fuse YOUR INTERIOR FUSES VEHICLE 15 Amp Instrument Panel The interior fuse panel is located on the passenger side F108 Blue under the instrument panel. 10 Amp Climate Cartridge Mini- F109 SAFETY Cavity Description Control/HVAC Fuse...
Page 261 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- KNOWING Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse YOUR VEHICLE 25 Amp Driver Door Module 10 Amp Tire Pressure F122 F132 Natural Module 25 Amp Passenger Door 10 Amp Spare F123 F133 SAFETY Natural Module 10 Amp Mirrors F124...
Page 262 UNDERHOOD FUSES (POWER Cartridge Mini- KNOWING Cavity Description DISTRIBUTION CENTER) Fuse Fuse YOUR The power distribution center is located in the engine VEHICLE Interior Power compartment. (fig. 173) 60 Amp Distribution Center F105 Yellow Rail Ignition Run Cartridge Mini- Cavity Description Relay Fuse...
Page 263 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- KNOWING Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse YOUR VEHICLE 40 Amp Radiator Fan Motor 10 Amp Spare F148 F159 Green 30 Amp Starter Solenoid 20 Amp Interior Lights F149 F160 SAFETY Pink Yellow 25 Amp Powertrain Control 20 Amp Horn...
Page 264 Cartridge Mini- Cartridge Mini- KNOWING Cavity Description Cavity Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse YOUR VEHICLE Emissions – Partial Electrohydraulic 40 Amp F169 Zero Emissions Steering (EHPS) – Green 100 Amp Vehicle Motor F181 For Versions/ Blue Markets, Where SAFETY Emissions – Partial 15 Amp Provided F170...
Page 265: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • When“rocking”a stuck vehicle by mov- KNOWING If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it ing between DRIVE/1st gear and RE- YOUR can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your VEHICLE VERSE,do not spin the wheels faster than steering wheel right and left to clear the area around 24 km/h, or drivetrain damage may result.
Page 266 TOW EYE WARNING! KNOWING Your vehicle is equipped with a tow eye that can be YOUR Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with used to rescue your vehicle, should it become stranded VEHICLE tow eyes. Tow straps and chains may off road.
Page 267 REAR TOW EYE USAGE KNOWING The rear tow eye receptacle is located behind a door, YOUR located on the left rear bumper fascia. VEHICLE To install the tow eye, open the door using the vehicle key or a small screwdriver, and thread the tow eye into SAFETY the receptacle.
Page 268: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE KNOWING Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground MANUAL TRANSMISSION YOUR VEHICLE • Trans in NEUTRAL Flat Tow NONE • Ignition key in ACC SAFETY Rear Wheel Lift Or Dolly Tow Front Flatbed BEST METHOD STARTING Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to pre- DRIVING •...
Page 269 MANUAL TRANSMISSION WITHOUT THE IGNITION KEY KNOWING The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed YOUR with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. with the ignition in the LOCK position. Flatbed towing VEHICLE is the preferred towing method.
Page 270: Maintenance Schedule
SERVICING AND CARE KNOWING MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – GASOLINE ENGINE Required Maintenance Intervals SAFETY Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Thousands Of Kilometers STARTING Months DRIVING Flush and replace the engine coolant (or at 60 months). •...
Page 271 Thousands Of Kilometers KNOWING YOUR Months VEHICLE Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and • • • • • • • • operation of pad wear indicator. SAFETY Check condition and wear of rear disc brake pads and •...
Page 272 (*) Change the automatic transmission fluid and fil- Heavy-Duty Use Of The Car KNOWING ter(s) at 96 000 km or 48 months if using your vehicle If the car is used mainly under one of the following YOUR for any of the following: city driving, short (less than conditions: VEHICLE 7-8 km) and repeated journeys, or frequent trailer or...
Page 273 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE — DIESEL ENGINE KNOWING Required Maintenance Intervals YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Thousands Of Kilometers SAFETY Months Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure if required. • • •...
Page 274 KNOWING Thousands Of Kilometers YOUR VEHICLE Months Check exhaust fumes/emissions. • • • • • • Check battery charge status and possibly recharge. SAFETY • • • • • • Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic socket). • • •...
Page 275 ** If the car is used for less than 10 000 km per year, it Use Of The Car Under Heavy Conditions KNOWING is necessary to replace engine oil and cartridge every If you use the car mainly under one of the following YOUR 12 months.
Page 276 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L (fig. 177) KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (fig. 177) 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 —...
Page 277 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L DIESEL (fig. 178) KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL (fig. 178) SPECIFICATIONS 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 —...
Page 278 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ENGINE OIL KNOWING The pages that follow contain the required mainte- YOUR Checking Oil Level – Gasoline Engine nance services determined by the engineers who de- VEHICLE To assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil signed your vehicle. must be maintained at the correct level.
Page 279 Fully Synthetic Low Ash 5W-30 engine Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level ground will STARTING oils that meet the requirements of FIAT 9.55535-S1 improve the accuracy of the oil level readings. Maintain spec and ACEA C1/C2.
Page 280 ment. Remote battery terminals are located in the ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER KNOWING Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper engine compartment for jump-starting. YOUR maintenance intervals. VEHICLE To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to the right and remove the access panel from the inner WARNING! fender shield.
Page 281 • It is essential when replacing the cables WARNING! KNOWING on the battery that the positive cable is YOUR • Use only refrigerants and compressor VEHICLE attached to the positive post and the lubricants approved by the manufac- negative cable is attached to the negative post. turer for your air conditioning system.
Page 282 A/C AIR FILTER (for versions/markets, where KNOWING provided) YOUR Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper VEHICLE maintenance intervals. WARNING! SAFETY Do not remove the A/C air filter while the blower is operating or personal in- STARTING jury may result. DRIVING The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind the glove box.
Page 283 WIPER BLADES The A/C air filter is identified with an KNOWING Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the arrow to indicate airflow direction YOUR windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge VEHICLE through the filter. Failure to install the or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 284 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade Rear Wiper Removal/Installation (for KNOWING holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press versions/markets, where provided) YOUR the wiper blade until it snaps into place. 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this VEHICLE will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the 5.
Page 285 When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center KNOWING washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper (EVIC)” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for further YOUR blades clean. This will help blade performance. information.
Page 286 NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control COOLING SYSTEM KNOWING systems can result in civil penalties being assessed YOUR against you. WARNING! VEHICLE • When working near the radiator cool- WARNING! ing fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or SAFETY A hot exhaust system can start a fire if turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.The you park over materials that can burn.
Page 287 (Continued) Cooling System – Drain, Flush,And Refill KNOWING Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper • This vehicle has not been designed for use with YOUR maintenance intervals. VEHICLE Propylene Glycol based coolants. Use of Propyl- If the solution is dirty or contains a considerable ene Glycol based coolants is not recommended.
Page 288 NOTE: Mixing coolant types will decrease the life of of demineralized water and PARAFLU UP* that SAFETY the engine coolant (antifreeze) and will require more meets FIAT Qualification 9.55523 Antifreeze/ frequent coolant changes. Coolant or equivalent. Cooling System Pressure Cap STARTING •...
Page 289 (Continued) ing from the front of the engine compartment. This is KNOWING normally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high • Do not use a pressure cap other than the one YOUR humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- VEHICLE specified for your vehicle.
Page 290 Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads BRAKE SYSTEM KNOWING In order to assure brake system performance, all brake wear. Brake fluid level should be checked when pads are YOUR system components should be inspected periodically. replaced.
Page 291 (Continued) with an improper fluid level will greatly reduce the life KNOWING of the transmission and the fluid. • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or YOUR VEHICLE moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that Selection Of Lubricant has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 292 tion dyes). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Fluid Level Check – Six-Speed Automatic KNOWING Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore Parts” in “Technical Specifications” for further YOUR the transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized information. VEHICLE dealer can check your transmission fluid level using a Frequency Of Fluid Change special service dipstick.
Page 293 tions will have an adverse effect on paint, metal trim, POWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU) – AWD KNOWING and underbody protection. MODELS ONLY YOUR VEHICLE The following maintenance recommendations will en- Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturer's recommended fluid. Refer able you to obtain maximum benefit from the corro- to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts”...
Page 294 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning KNOWING All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and YOUR materials such as steel wool or scouring chrome-plated wheels should be cleaned regularly with VEHICLE powder that will scratch metal and a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion.
Page 295 Interior Care Cleaning Headlights KNOWING Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and Instrument Panel Cover YOUR less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. VEHICLE The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface, which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore use protectants or other products, which may cause different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
Page 296 TIRE ROTATION 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may KNOWING be used, but do not use high alcohol content or RECOMMENDATIONS YOUR abrasive cleaners. If soap is used, wipe clean with a VEHICLE Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at clean damp rag.
Page 297: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION VEHICLE The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left TIRE PRESSURE front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and outside of the vehicle through the windshield.
Page 298 Safety Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability KNOWING Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. YOUR Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable WARNING! VEHICLE ride. • Improperly inflated tires are danger- ous and can cause collisions. TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES SAFETY •...
Page 299 Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide WARNING! KNOWING range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary YOUR High speed driving with your vehicle un- with temperature changes. VEHICLE der maximum load is dangerous. The Tire pressures change by approximately 0.07 BAR per added strain on your tires could cause them to 7°C of air temperature change.
Page 300 for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer to letter “T” or “S” preceding the size designation. Ex- KNOWING an authorized tire dealer for the recommended tire ample: T145/80D18 103M. YOUR rotation pattern. VEHICLE T, S = Temporary Spare Tire If your vehicle is not equipped with an original equip- Since this tire has limited tread life the original equip- ment tire and wheel as a spare, a non-matching tem-...
Page 301 FULL SIZE SPARE (for versions/markets, WARNING! KNOWING where provided) YOUR Limited-use spares are for emergency The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. VEHICLE use only. Installation of this limited-use This tire may look like the original equipped tire on the spare tire affects vehicle handling.With this tire, front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not.
Page 302 These indicators are molded into the bottom of the WARNING! KNOWING tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the YOUR Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. tread depth becomes 2 mm. When the tread is worn to VEHICLE Forces generated by excessive wheel the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 303 REPLACEMENT TIRES WARNING! KNOWING The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of YOUR • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating many characteristics. They should be inspected regu- VEHICLE other than that specified for your ve- larly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressure.
Page 304 FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE that result from using methanol/gasoline or E-85 Etha- KNOWING nol blends are not the responsibility of the manufac- ENGINE YOUR turer. While MTBE is an oxygenate made from Metha- VEHICLE All engines are designed to meet all emissions regula- nol, it does not have the negative effects of Methanol.
Page 305 Materials Added To Fuel Use of fuel with Ethanol content higher KNOWING Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane than 10% may result in engine malfunc- YOUR rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and VEHICLE tion, starting and operating difficulties, stability additives are recommended.
Page 306 FUEL REQUIREMENTS — DIESEL (Continued) KNOWING ENGINE • Guard against carbon monoxide with proper YOUR VEHICLE Use Premium Quality Diesel fuels with a Cetane rating maintenance.Have the exhaust system inspected of 50 or higher, and meeting the EN590 standard are every time the vehicle is raised.
Page 307: Fluid Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES KNOWING Metric YOUR VEHICLE 77.6 Liters Fuel (Approximate) Engine Oil with Filter 3.6L Engine 5.6 Liters SAFETY 2.0L Diesel Engine 5.2 Liters Cooling System * STARTING 3.6L Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System 12.4 Liters DRIVING 3.6L Engine and Three-Zone Climate Control System 13.7 Liters 2.0L Diesel Engine and Single- or Dual-Zone Climate Control System...
Page 308 SAE Grade 5W-30 SELENIA K POWER fully synthetic engine oil that meets Engine Oil – 3.6L Engine FIAT Qualification 9.55535 API SN, ILSAC GF-5 or equivalent. STARTING SAE Grade 5W-30 SELENIA WR P.E fully synthetic engine oil that meets FIAT Engine Oil – 2.0L Diesel Engine Qualification 9.55535–S1 or equivalent. DRIVING Spark Plugs –...
Page 309 FIAT 9.55597 (TUTELA TOP 4 Contractual Technical Reference No. F001.A93) Power Steering Reservoir Please refer to your Dealership. IN AN EMERGENCY Mixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA NC 956-II FIAT 9.55522 Windshield/Rear Window Washer certification (TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 Contractual Technical Reference Fluid No. F201.D02)
Page 310 (in particular, the engine and bodywork) and has no additional waste. To hand your vehicle over at the end of its life without extra cost, go to one of our Dealerships or FIAT-authorized collection and scrapping centres.
Page 313 CONTENTS KNOWING YOUR About Your Brakes ....113,200 Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) ... 15 VEHICLE ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 314 Brake Fluid ......303 Tri-Fold Load Floor ..... 107 KNOWING Brake System .
Page 315 Disposal of Used Coolant ....283 Driving KNOWING Drain, Flush, and Refill ....281 On Slippery Surfaces .
Page 316 Exhaust Gas Caution ....106,192 Engine Oil Disposal ..... 273 KNOWING Fails to Start .
Page 317 Light ....... . 21 Head Restraints ......46 KNOWING Octane Rating .
Page 318 Instrument Panel and Controls ....6 Lead Free Gasoline ..... . . 298 KNOWING Instrument Panel Cover .
Page 319 Illuminated Entry ......75 Power Door ......97 KNOWING Instrument Cluster .
Page 320 Vanity ....... 58 Paint Care ......287 KNOWING Mode Park Sense System, Rear .
Page 321 Rear Drive Assembly ..... . 286 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ....193 KNOWING Rear Fog Lights .
Page 322 Sentry Key Programming ....12 Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . 137 KNOWING Sentry Key Replacement ....11 Storage .
Page 323 Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ... . 123 Maintenance ......285 KNOWING Radial .
Page 324 Washers, Windshield ....76,77,278 Windshield Defroster ..... 193 KNOWING Washing Vehicle .
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Page 330 Notes Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. - Parts & Services - Technical Services - Service Engineering Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 3 - 10040 Volvera - Torino (Italia) Print n. 603.81.987 - 09/2011 - Edition 1...
Page 332 ENGLISH The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. FIAT reserves the right to modify the models and versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commercial reasons. If you have any further questions please consult your FIAT dealer.

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