Page 2 Fiat Service authorised workshops you can find technicians who are trained by us, offering quality and professionalism for all your service requirements. Fiat workshops are always close to you for your servicing operations, repairs and seasonal checks and our experts will offer practical recommendations for keeping your car in the best possible condition.
Page 4 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 • the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity • the range of additional services available to Fiat customers. Enjoy the read. Happy motoring! This Owner Handbook describes all versions of the Fiat Freemont; please consider only the information relevant to your version, engine and configuration.
Page 7: Knowing Your Vehicle
Operating this vehicle at excessive speeds or while VEHICLE intoxicated may result in loss of control, collision with Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be other vehicles or objects, going off the road, or over- assured that it represents precision workmanship, dis- turning;...
Page 8 IMPORTANT NOTICE tions. Therefore, some of the equipment and accesso- KNOWING ries in this publication may not appear on your vehicle. ALL MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THIS PUBLICA- YOUR VEHICLE TION IS BASED ON THE LATEST INFORMATION NOTE: Be sure to read the Owner's Manual first AVAILABLE AT TIME OF PUBLICATION APPROVAL.
Page 9 When it comes to service, remember that your autho- rized dealer knows your vehicle best, has the factory- WARNING LIGHTS trained technicians and genuine parts, and is interested in your satisfaction. MESSAGES Copyright © FIAT Group Automobiles S.p.A. IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...
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 VEHICLE section contains the information you desire. 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: Warning
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 collision resulting in serious injury or death. STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING...
Page 12: Instrument Panel Features
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES KNOWING (fig. 2) YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE (fig. 2) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 — Side Window Demist Outlet 6 — Switch Bank 11 — Engine Start/Stop Button 2 — Air Outlet 7 —...
Page 13 INSTRUMENTS 3. Fuel Gauge KNOWING The fuel gauge shows the level of fuel in the tank when (fig. 3) YOUR ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position. VEHICLE 4. Coolant Temperature Gauge 1. Tachometer The temperature gauge indicates engine coolant tem- This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute SAFETY perature.
Page 14 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS rises to the “H” mark, safely pull over and stop the KNOWING vehicle. If the Air Conditioning A/C system is on, turn Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. This system YOUR it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and VEHICLE consists of a Key Fob with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) idle the vehicle.
Page 15 NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change KEY FOB KNOWING with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry YOUR Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation a (RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores VEHICLE back up method can be used to operate the ignition...
Page 16 NOTE: You can insert the double-sided emergency WARNING! KNOWING key into the lock cylinders with either side up. YOUR • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply VEHICLE IGNITION OR ACCESSORY ON MESSAGE the parking brake, shift the transmission Opening the driver's door when the ignition is in ACC into PARK, and remove the Key Fob from the or ON (engine not running), a chime will sound to ignition.
Page 17: Sentry Key
SENTRY KEY® All of the Key Fobs provided with your new vehicle KNOWING have been programmed to the vehicle electronics. The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unau- ® YOUR thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The VEHICLE REPLACEMENT KEYS system does not need to be armed or activated.
Page 18 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) GENERAL INFORMATION KNOWING The Sentry Key Immobilizer system will be used in ® The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock the YOUR the following European countries, which apply Direc- VEHICLE doors and liftgate from distances up to approximately tive 1999/5/EC: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, 10 m using a hand-held Key Fob with RKE transmitter.
Page 19 turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect KNOWING signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Touch™ Settings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for fur- YOUR ther information. VEHICLE If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go™...
Page 20 FIAT solid surface such as a table or similar, then replace KNOWING Dealership, which will deal with their disposal. the battery. When replacing the battery, match the YOUR + sign on the battery to the + sign on the inside of VEHICLE •...
Page 21: Vehicle Security Alarm
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal KNOWING distance, check for these two conditions: The Vehicle Security Alarm (VSA) system monitors the YOUR vehicle doors, hood, and liftgate for unauthorized en- VEHICLE 1. A weak battery in the transmitter. The expected life try and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation.
Page 22 the same exterior zone (refer to "Keyless Enter-N- • The Vehicle Security Alarm remains armed during KNOWING Go™" in "Knowing Your Vehicle" for further infor- power liftgate entry. Pressing the liftgate button will YOUR mation). not disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm. If someone VEHICLE enters the vehicle through the liftgate and opens any •...
Page 23 PREMIUM SECURITY SYSTEM (for • Press LOCK on the interior power door lock KNOWING switch with the driver and/or passenger door open. versions/markets, where YOUR VEHICLE provided) • Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in The Premium Security system monitors the doors, the same exterior zone (refer to "Keyless Enter-N- hood latch, and liftgate for unauthorized entry and the...
Page 24 The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your TO DISARM THE SYSTEM KNOWING The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the YOUR of the following methods: system will give you a false alarm. If one of the previ- VEHICLE ously described arming sequences has occurred, the •...
Page 25: Steering Wheel Lock
STEERING WHEEL LOCK ELECTRONIC VEHICLE KNOWING INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive electronic YOUR steering wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the VEHICLE The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- vehicle without the ignition key. The steering wheel tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the lock has six positions (one every 60 degrees).
Page 26 • Tire Pressure DOWN Button KNOWING YOUR • Vehicle Information Press and release the DOWN button to VEHICLE scroll downward through the main menus • Warning Message Displays and sub-menus. • Turn Menu OFF SELECT Button SAFETY The system allows the driver to select information by Press and release the SELECT button for pressing the following buttons mounted on the steer- access to main menus or sub-menus.
Page 27 menu. The main display area also displays "pop up" • Five Second Unstored Messages KNOWING messages that consist of approximately 60 possible When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of YOUR warning or information messages. These pop up mes- message takes control of the main display area for five VEHICLE sages fall into several categories: seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
Page 28: And Messages
• Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more doors • Check Gascap (refer to “Adding Fuel” in “Starting KNOWING open, with a single chime if speed is above 1.6 km/h) And Operating”) YOUR VEHICLE • Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more doors open, •...
Page 29 EVIC WHITE TELLTALE LIGHTS EVIC AMBER TELLTALE LIGHTS KNOWING This area will show reconfigurable white caution tell- This area will show reconfigurable amber caution tell- YOUR tales. These telltales include: tales. These telltales include: VEHICLE • Shift Lever Status — Automatic Transmission •...
Page 30 If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting EVIC RED TELLTALE LIGHTS KNOWING This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These Procedures” in “In An Emergency”. YOUR telltales include: VEHICLE • Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light • Door Ajar This light informs you of a problem with the This light will turn on to indicate that one or Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
Page 31 To turn off the message temporarily, press and release the BACK button. To reset the oil change indicator Continuous driving with theTransmission TECHNICAL system please refer to a Fiat Dealership. SPECIFICATIONS Temperature Warning Light illuminated will eventually cause severe transmission damage or transmission failure.
Page 32 When the DTE value is less than 48 km estimated FUEL ECONOMY KNOWING Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel driving distance, the DTE display will change to a YOUR Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press “LOW FUEL”...
Page 33 The Trip Functions mode displays the following infor- VEHICLE SPEED KNOWING Press and release the UP or DOWN button until mation: YOUR “Vehicle Speed” displays highlighted in the EVIC. Press VEHICLE Trip A the SELECT button to display the current speed in mph Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the or km/h.
Page 34 VEHICLE INFO (CUSTOMER MESSAGES KNOWING In the Main Menu, press and release the UP or DOWN INFORMATION FEATURES) (for YOUR versions/markets, where provided) button until “Messages: XX” displays highlighted in the VEHICLE Press and release the UP or DOWN button until EVIC.
Page 35 Uconnect Touch™ SETTINGS Press the "Settings" hard-key to access the Settings KNOWING screen, use the Page Up/Down soft-keys to scroll YOUR HARD-KEYS through the following settings. Touch the desired set- VEHICLE Hard-Keys are located on the left and right side of the ting soft key to change the setting using the description Uconnect Touch™...
Page 36 • Mode (for versions/markets, where provided) Then, as you continue, the information will display in KNOWING Press the Mode soft-key to change this display. When in the selected language. YOUR this display you may select one of the auto display VEHICLE •...
Page 37 Clock Safety / Assistance KNOWING • Set Time • Park Assist (for versions/markets, where pro- YOUR VEHICLE Press the Set Time soft-key to change this display. vided) When in this display you may select the time display Press the Park Assist soft-key to change this display. settings.
Page 38 Headlights with Wipers soft-key, select On or Off Lights KNOWING followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key. • Headlight Off Delay YOUR VEHICLE Press the Headlight Off Delay soft-key to change this • Auto High Beams “SmartBeam™” (for versions/ display. When this feature is selected, the driver can markets, where provided) choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, Press the Auto High Beams soft-key to change this...
Page 39 unlock when the vehicle is stopped and the transmis- NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter- KNOWING sion is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position and the N-Go™ (Passive Entry) and the EVIC is programmed YOUR driver's door is opened. To make your selection, press to Unlock All Doors 1st Press, all doors will unlock no VEHICLE the Auto Unlock on Exit soft-key, select On or Off...
Page 40 heated seat will automatically turn on when tempera- Compass Settings KNOWING tures are below 4.4° C. To make your selection, press • Variance (for versions/markets, where provided) YOUR the Auto Heated Seats soft-key, select On or Off VEHICLE Press the Variance soft-key to change this display. followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key.
Page 41 CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The When in this display you may adjust the Bass, Mid and KNOWING compass will now function normally. Treble settings. Adjust the settings with the + and – YOUR setting soft-keys or by selecting any point on the scale VEHICLE NOTE: A good calibration requires a level surface in between the + and –...
Page 42 • Balance / Fade (for versions/markets, where pro- CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES KNOWING vided) — Uconnect Touch™ SYSTEM 8.4 SETTINGS YOUR Press the Balance / Fade soft-key to change this display. In this mode the Uconnect Touch™ system allows you VEHICLE When in this display you may adjust the Balance and to access programmable features that may be equipped Fade settings.
Page 43 selecting any point on the scale in between the + and – • Voice Response Length (for versions/markets, KNOWING soft-keys followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key. where provided) YOUR When in this display you may change the Voice Re- VEHICLE •...
Page 44 press and release the On or Off soft-key followed by Safety / Assistance KNOWING pressing the arrow back soft-key. • Park Assist (for versions/markets, where pro- YOUR VEHICLE vided) • Set Time Hours The Rear Park Assist system will scan for objects When in this display you may select the time display behind the vehicle when the transmission shift lever is settings.
Page 45 When this feature is selected, the Hill Start Assist on. The headlights will also turn off when the wipers KNOWING (HSA) system is active. Refer to “Electronic Brake are turned off if they were turned on by this feature. To YOUR Control System”...
Page 46 press the Flash Headlights with Lock soft-key, select passenger's doors. When Unlock All Doors On 1st KNOWING On or Off followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key. Press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the YOUR first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. VEHICLE Doors &...
Page 47 switches, radio, Uconnect™ phone system (for Compass Settings KNOWING versions/markets, where provided), DVD video system • Variance (for versions/markets, where provided) YOUR (for versions/markets, where provided), power sunroof VEHICLE Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic (for versions/markets, where provided), and power North and Geographic North.
Page 48 • Perform Compass Calibration (for versions/ CAL indicator displayed in the EVIC turns off. The KNOWING 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 •...
Page 49 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 50 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 51 POWER LUMBAR (for versions/markets, WARNING! KNOWING where provided) YOUR • Persons who are unable to feel pain to The Power Lumbar switch is located on the outboard VEHICLE the skin because of advanced age, side of the driver's seat. Push the switch forward to chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medi- increase the lumbar support.
Page 52 When the HI-level setting is selected, the heater will Touch the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft- KNOWING provide a boosted heat level during the first four key once to select HI-level heating. Touch the YOUR minutes of operation. Then, the heat output will drop soft-key a second time to select LO-level VEHICLE to the normal HI-level.
Page 53 once the desired position has been reached. Then, RECLINER ADJUSTMENT KNOWING using body pressure, move forward and rearward on The recline lever is located on the outboard side of the YOUR the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. seat.
Page 54 WARNING! KNOWING 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. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is parked.
Page 55 Pull upward on the recline lever to fold or unfold the Active Head Restraints (AHR) — Front Seats KNOWING seat. Active Head Restraints are passive, deployable compo- YOUR nents, and vehicles with this equipment can not be VEHICLE readily identified by any markings, only through visual WARNING! inspection of the head restraint.
Page 56 For comfort, the Active Head Restraints can be tilted Head Restraints (AHR)” in “Safety” for further infor- KNOWING forward and backward. To tilt the head restraint closer mation. YOUR to the back of your head, pull forward on the bottom of VEHICLE the head restraint.
Page 57 NOTE: WARNING! KNOWING • The head restraints should only be removed by YOUR • Do not place items over the top of the VEHICLE qualified technicians, for service purposes only. If any Active Head Restraint, such as coats, of the head restraints require removal, see your seat covers or portable DVD players.These items authorized dealer.
Page 58 NOTE: Prior to folding the second-row passenger WARNING! KNOWING seat, make sure the front seatback is not in a reclined YOUR Driving a vehicle with the head re- position. This will allow the second-row seat to fold VEHICLE straints removed or improperly adjusted easily.
Page 59 3. Lift the control lever with the other hand, allow the WARNING! KNOWING seatback to move forward slightly, and then release YOUR Be certain that the seatback is locked the lever. VEHICLE securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for child WARNING! seats and/or passengers.
Page 60 WARNING! WARNING! KNOWING YOUR Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is mov- • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is VEHICLE ing is dangerous.The sudden movement moving is dangerous.The sudden move- of the seat could cause you to lose control. The ment of the seat could cause you to lose control.
Page 61 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 62 To Move The Second-Row Passenger Seat For- WARNING! KNOWING ward YOUR Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in VEHICLE NOTE: Raise the seatback/armrest before moving this position, as it is only intended for the seat to allow for full seat travel. entering and exiting the third row seats.
Page 63 Adjust the seat track position as desired. Using body To Fold The Seatback KNOWING pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be Pull the latch release-loop located at the top of the YOUR sure that the seat adjusters have latched. seatback upward, push the seatback forward slightly, VEHICLE and release the release-loop.
Page 64 To Unfold The Seatback WARNING! KNOWING Grasp the assist strap loop on the seatback and pull it YOUR • Be certain that the seatback is locked toward you to raise the seatback. Continue to raise the VEHICLE securely into position. Otherwise, the seatback until it locks in place.
Page 65 TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING WARNING! KNOWING COLUMN YOUR Do not adjust the steering column while VEHICLE This feature allows you to tilt the steering column driving. Adjusting the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or while driving or driving with the steering column shorten the steering column.
Page 66 MIRRORS on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in KNOWING reverse. (fig. 37) YOUR INSIDE DAY/NIGHT MIRROR VEHICLE A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and To avoid damage to the mirror during vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to cleaning, never spray any cleaning solu- center on the view through the rear window.
Page 67 NOTE: The passenger side convex outside mirror is pointing. The selection times out after 30 seconds of KNOWING will give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of inactivity in order to guard against accidentally changing YOUR the lane next to your vehicle. a mirror position following an adjustment.
Page 68 If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle Sun Visor “Slide-On Rod” Feature (for KNOWING speed is equal or greater than 8 km/h, they will auto- versions/markets, where provided) YOUR matically unfold. This feature allows for additional flexibility in position- VEHICLE ing the visor to block out the sun.
Page 69: Climate Controls
CLIMATE CONTROLS KNOWING YOUR GENERAL OVERVIEW VEHICLE The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. This system can be operated through either the Automatic SAFETY Climate Controls on the instrument panel or through the Uconnect Touch™...
Page 70 Soft-Keys KNOWING Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™ YOUR VEHICLE system screen. (fig. 43) (fig. 44) Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard- keys And Soft-keys) SAFETY 1. MAX A/C Button Press and release to change the current setting, the STARTING indicator illuminates when MAX A/C is ON.
Page 71 function again will cause the A/C operation to switch Failure to follow these cautions can KNOWING into manual mode and the A/C indicator will turn off. cause damage to the heating elements: YOUR VEHICLE 3. Recirculation Button • Use care when washing the inside of Press and release to change the current setting, the the rear window.
Page 72 9. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button Soft-key KNOWING Provides the passenger with independent temperature Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting YOUR control. Push the button for cooler temperature set- VEHICLE and the large blower icon to increase the blower tings.
Page 73 NOTE: BI-LEVEL mode is designed under comfort NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automati- KNOWING conditions to provide cooler air out of the panel cally adjust the passenger temperature setting at the YOUR outlets and warmer air from the floor outlets. same time.
Page 74 make sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor the prior settings and the MAX A/C indicator will turn KNOWING modes. off. YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Recirculation Control • For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in Mix, When outside air contains smoke, odors, or Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be turned off, SAFETY high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired,...
Page 75 Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™ To provide you with maximum comfort in the Auto- KNOWING system screen. matic mode, during cold start-ups the blower fan will YOUR remain on low until the engine warms up. The blower VEHICLE Automatic Operation will increase in speed and transition into Auto mode.
Page 76 The rear system temperature control is in the REAR AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE KNOWING Uconnect Touch™ system, located on the instrument CONTROL (ATC) (for versions/markets, YOUR where provided) panel. (fig. 45) (fig. 46) VEHICLE The rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rear right side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead outlets at SAFETY each outboard rear seating position.
Page 77 • Press the Rear Temperature Lock button on the Rear Lock KNOWING Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock soft-key on the Uconnect Touch™ screen. This turns off the Rear YOUR Uconnect Touch™ screen, illuminates a lock symbol in Temperature Lock icon in the rear temperature VEHICLE the rear display.
Page 78 control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the REAR MODE CONTROL KNOWING vehicle. • Auto Mode YOUR VEHICLE The rear system automatically maintains the correct Interior air enters the Rear Automatic mode and comfort level desired by the rear seat occu- Temperature Control System through an pants.
Page 79 speed. Vehicle windows tend to fog on the inside in Summer Operation KNOWING The engine cooling system in air-conditioned vehicles mild but rainy or humid weather. YOUR must be protected with a high-quality antifreeze cool- VEHICLE NOTE: Recirculation mode without A/C should not ant to provide proper corrosion protection and to be used for long periods, as fogging may occur.
Page 80 Manual Control Setting Suggestions For KNOWING Various Weather Conditions YOUR (fig. 48) VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS (fig. 48)
Page 81 LIGHTS AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS (for KNOWING versions/markets, where provided) YOUR HEADLIGHT SWITCH This system automatically turns the headlights on or off VEHICLE according to ambient light levels. To turn the system The headlight switch is located on the left side of on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to the instrument panel.
Page 82 HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY FRONT AND REAR FOG LIGHTS (for KNOWING This feature provides the safety of headlight illumina- versions/markets, where provided) YOUR tion for up to 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in The front and rear fog light switch is built into the VEHICLE an unlit area.
Page 83 An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates NOTE: KNOWING when the fog lights are turned on. • If either light remains on and does not flash, or there YOUR VEHICLE is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective outside MULTIFUNCTION LEVER light bulb.
Page 84 Rotating the left dimmer control upward with the INTERIOR LIGHTS KNOWING The interior lights come on when a door is opened. parking lights or headlights on will increase the bright- YOUR ness of the instrument panel lights. VEHICLE To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is DOME LIGHT POSITION moved to the LOCK position.
Page 85: Illuminated Entry
ILLUMINATED ENTRY To operate, rotate the headlight leveling switch until KNOWING the appropriate number, which corresponds to the The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the YOUR load listed on the following chart, illuminates on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the VEHICLE switch.
Page 86 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 two seconds to a maximum of approximately 36 VEHICLE The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located seconds between cycles at vehicle speeds below on the left side of the steering column.
Page 87 operation. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the • Turn the windshield wipers OFF when KNOWING second detent past the intermittent settings for high- driving through an automatic car wash. YOUR speed wiper operation. (fig. 55) VEHICLE Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the other than OFF.
Page 88 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. VEHICLE provided) The Headlight Washers are recessed into the top of WARNING! the fascia, centrally located below each headlight.
Page 89: Rear Window Features
REAR WINDOW FEATURES Rotate the switch upward past the first detent KNOWING position to activate the rear washer. The washer YOUR REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER pump will continue to operate as long as the switch is VEHICLE The rear window wiper/washer control is located on held.
Page 90 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 91: Electronic Speed Control
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the KNOWING Electronic Speed Control System has been designed to When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes YOUR shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are over accelerator operations at speeds greater than VEHICLE operated at the same time.
Page 92 NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control KNOWING speed and on level ground before pressing the SET is set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continu- YOUR button.
Page 93: Overhead Console
OVERHEAD CONSOLE WARNING! KNOWING The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights, YOUR Electronic Speed Control can be danger- storage for sunglasses, an interior observation mirror VEHICLE ous where the system cannot maintain a and an optional power sunroof switch. (fig. 59) constant speed.Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control and COURTESY/READING LIGHTS...
Page 94 pressing the outside ring, which is identified with four INTERIOR OBSERVATION MIRROR KNOWING directional arrows. The convex interior observation mirror provides the (fig. 60) YOUR driver and front seat passenger a wide field of view to VEHICLE SUNGLASSES STORAGE conveniently view passengers sitting in the rear passen- To access the storage compartment, press on the ger seats.
Page 95: Hazard Warning Flashers
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS To return to the full open position, the door must first KNOWING be closed and then opened by pressing the latch again The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the YOUR to release. (fig. 62) instrument panel switch bank, above the climate con- VEHICLE trols.
Page 96 STORAGE KNOWING YOUR GLOVEBOX STORAGE VEHICLE The glovebox storage compartment is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. Pull on the release handle to open the glovebox storage compart- SAFETY ment. (fig. 63) FLOOR CONSOLE STORAGE STARTING An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the floor console.
Page 97 Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front Sliding Armrest (for automatic transmission KNOWING of the lid, to open the storage compartment. (fig. 66) only) YOUR The center console armrest can also be slid rearward VEHICLE for easy access to the storage area. (fig. 67) WARNING! Do not operate this vehicle with a con- SAFETY...
Page 98 FLIP 'N STOW™ FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WARNING! KNOWING STORAGE (for versions/markets, where YOUR Be certain that the seat cushion is provided) VEHICLE locked securely into position before us- The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of ing the seat. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the seat cushion between the seat cushion and the the proper stability for passengers.
Page 99 IN-FLOOR STORAGE BIN WITH KNOWING REMOVABLE LINER YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Position the front seat to at least a mid-track position to provide easier access to the storage bin. An in-floor storage bin is located behind each front SAFETY seat. Each 5.9 l bin can hold up to 12, 0.35 l cans, plus ice, or other items.
Page 100: Electrical Power Outlets
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS power available when the ignition switch is in the KNOWING LOCK, ON or ACC position. (fig. 74) A 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet located in the center YOUR VEHICLE console below the radio. The power outlet has power available when the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or ACC position.
Page 101 A fourth fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the (Continued) KNOWING left quarter trim panel in the cargo area. This power • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs YOUR outlet has power available when the ignition switch is in VEHICLE only.
Page 102 • Many accessories that can be plugged WARNING! KNOWING YOUR in draw power from the vehicle's battery, To avoid serious injury or death: VEHICLE even when not in use (i.e., cellular • Only devices designed for use in this phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt enough, the vehicle's battery will discharge suffi- outlet.
Page 103 CUPHOLDERS When the armrest is folded flat the cupholders are in KNOWING the back of the Head Restraint. The Head Restraint can There are two cupholders, located in the center floor YOUR be adjusted to better position the cupholders. (fig. 78) console, for the front passengers.
Page 104 POWER SUNROOF (for In addition to cupholders, vehicles may also be KNOWING equipped with bottle holders. The bottle holders are versions/markets, where YOUR located on the door trim panels. (fig. 79) VEHICLE provided) The power sunroof switch is located between the sun WARNING! visors on the overhead console.
Page 105 OPENING SUNROOF — MANUAL MODE WARNING! KNOWING To open the sunroof, press and hold the switch rear- YOUR • Never leave children in a vehicle with ward to full open. Any release of the switch will stop VEHICLE the key in the ignition switch (or with the movement and the sunroof will remain in a partially the ignition in the Accessory or Run position, for opened condition until the switch is pushed and held...
Page 106 NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to mini- KNOWING result in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close at- mize the buffeting or open any window. YOUR tempt will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch VEHICLE SUNROOF MAINTENANCE Protect disabled.
Page 107: Door Locks
DOOR LOCKS WARNING! KNOWING YOUR MANUAL DOOR LOCKS • For personal security and safety in the VEHICLE To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each event of a collision, lock the vehicle door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, doors before you drive as well as when you park pull the inside door handle to the first detent.
Page 108 POWER DOOR LOCKS Automatic Door Locks KNOWING A power door lock switch is on each front door trim The auto door lock feature default condition is dis- YOUR panel. Use this switch to lock or unlock the doors and abled. When enabled, the door locks will lock auto- VEHICLE liftgate.
Page 109 NOTE: If you do not hear the chime, it means that Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit KNOWING the system did not enter the programming mode and Programming YOUR The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be you will need to repeat the procedure. VEHICLE enabled or disabled as follows: 6.
Page 110 NOTE: When the Child-Protection Door Lock sys- CHILD-PROTECTION DOOR LOCK SYSTEM KNOWING tem is engaged, the door can be opened only by using — REAR DOORS YOUR To provide a safer environment for small children riding the outside door handle even though the inside door VEHICLE in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a lock is in the unlocked position.
Page 111 KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO™ NOTE: KNOWING The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the • After engaging the Child-Protection Door Lock sys- YOUR vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system and a VEHICLE tem, always test the door from the inside to make feature of Keyless Enter-N-Go™.
Page 112 sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a slower re- NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is pro- KNOWING sponse time. grammed all doors will unlock when you grab hold of YOUR the driver’s front door handle. To select between VEHICLE •...
Page 113 tected outside the vehicle, the Passive Entry System Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive En- KNOWING automatically unlocks all vehicle doors and chirps the try RKE Transmitter In Vehicle YOUR horn three times (on the third attempt ALL doors will VEHICLE To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a lock and the Passive Entry RKE transmitter can be Passive Entry RKE transmitter inside your vehicle, the...
Page 114 WINDOWS NOTE: KNOWING • After pressing the door handle LOCK button, you YOUR POWER WINDOWS VEHICLE must wait two seconds before you can lock or unlock The window controls on the driver's door trim panel the doors, using either Passive Entry door handle. control all of the door windows.
Page 115 NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the Uconnect Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection KNOWING Touch™, the power window switches will remain ac- (for versions/markets, where provided) YOUR tive for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is cycled to On some models, the driver's and front passenger's VEHICLE the OFF position.
Page 116 and release the window lockout button again (setting it WARNING! KNOWING in the up position). (fig. 90) YOUR There is no anti-pinch protection when VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING the window is almost closed. To avoid Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of personal injury,be sure to clear your arms,hands, pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the fingers, and objects from the window path before...
Page 117 LIFTGATE WARNING! KNOWING The liftgate can be unlocked or locked with the Re- YOUR • Driving with the liftgate open can mote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, the Keyless VEHICLE allow poisonous exhaust gases into your Enter-N-Go™ (Passive Entry) or by activating the vehicle.
Page 118 CARGO AREA FEATURES CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM KNOWING YOUR FIVE PASSENGER SYSTEM FEATURES RECHARGEABLE FLASHLIGHT (for VEHICLE versions/markets, where provided) • A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-in The rechargeable LED flashlight stores in its charging storage bin.
Page 119 • A retractable cargo area cover (for versions/markets, CARGO TIE-DOWNS KNOWING where provided). YOUR WARNING! VEHICLE SEVEN PASSENGER SYSTEM FEATURES Cargo tie-downs are not safe anchors for • A large built-in storage bin with a hinged hardcover a child seat tether strap.In a sudden stop located in the floor behind the third-row passenger SAFETY or collision, a tie-down could pull loose and allow...
Page 120 RETRACTABLE CARGO AREA COVER (for WARNING! KNOWING versions/markets, where provided) — FIVE YOUR The weight and position of cargo and PASSENGER MODELS VEHICLE passengers can change the vehicle cen- NOTE: The purpose of this cover is for privacy, not ter of gravity and vehicle handling.To avoid loss of to secure loads.
Page 121 Insert the spring-loaded post on the opposite end of WARNING! KNOWING the cover housing into the attachment point on the YOUR A cargo cover that is unsecured in the opposite side of the vehicle. VEHICLE vehicle could cause injury in a collision.It Grab the cover handle and pull it toward you.
Page 122: To Open And Close The Hood
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD KNOWING Two latches must be released to open the hood. YOUR VEHICLE 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. (fig. 97) SAFETY 2. Outside of the vehicle, locate the safety latch lever near the center of the grille between the grille and hood opening.
Page 123 Metal Crossbars can be purchased from your hood to ensure that both latches engage. Never FIAT dealer to provide a functional roof rack system. drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed, STARTING External racks do not increase the total load carrying with both latches engaged.
Page 124 BRAKE SYSTEM • To avoid damage to the roof rack and KNOWING YOUR vehicle, do not exceed the maximum roof VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic rack load capacity of 68 kg. Always dis- brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic tribute loads as evenly as possible and secure the systems loses normal capability, the remaining system load appropriately.
Page 125 WARNING! WARNING! KNOWING YOUR • Riding the brakes can lead to brake The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws VEHICLE failure and possibly a collision. Driving of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor with your foot resting or riding on the brake can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing pedal can result in abnormally high brake tem- road conditions.
Page 126 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL clude ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad tracks, loose KNOWING debris, or panic stops. SYSTEM YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with an advanced electronic You also may experience the following when the brake brake control system commonly referred to as ESC. system goes into Anti-lock: This system includes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), •...
Page 127 (Continued) Anti-Lock Brake Light KNOWING • Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish YOUR The Anti-Lock Brake Light monitors the ABS. VEHICLE their effectiveness and may lead to an accident. The light will turn on when the ignition Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just switch is turned to the ON position and may press firmly on your brake pedal when you need SAFETY...
Page 128 BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM (BAS) TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) KNOWING The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each YOUR capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake VEHICLE system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine...
Page 129 other factors, such as road conditions, leaving the counteracting the condition of over-steer or under- KNOWING roadway, or striking objects or other vehicles. steer. YOUR VEHICLE • Over-steer - when the vehicle is turning more than WARNING! appropriate for the steering wheel position. Many factors, such as vehicle loading, •...
Page 130 NOTE: To improve the vehicle's traction when driv- ESC Operating Modes KNOWING The ESC system has two available operating modes. ing with snow chains, or when starting off in deep YOUR snow, sand, or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to VEHICLE Full On the “Partial Off”...
Page 131 The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” (lo- WARNING! KNOWING cated in the instrument cluster) starts to flash as soon YOUR When in “Partial Off ” mode, the TCS as the tires lose traction and the ESC system becomes VEHICLE functionality of ESC (except for the lim- active.
Page 132 ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — TRAILER SWAY CONTROL (TSC) KNOWING TSC uses sensors in the vehicle to recognize an exces- OBD II YOUR sively swaying trailer. TSC activates automatically once VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard the excessively swaying trailer is recognized. When diagnostic system called OBD II.
Page 133: Power Steering
POWER STEERING • Prolonged driving with the MIL on KNOWING The standard power steering system will give you good could cause further damage to the emis- YOUR vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability VEHICLE sion control system. It could also affect in tight spaces.
Page 134 POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK WARNING! KNOWING Checking the power steering fluid level at a defined YOUR Continued operation with reduced service interval is not required. The fluid should only be VEHICLE power steering assist could pose a safety checked if a leak is suspected, abnormal noises are risk to yourself and others.
Page 135: Tire Pressure Monitor System
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if KNOWING the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning (TPMS) YOUR limit for any reason, including low temperature effects VEHICLE The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn and natural pressure loss through the tire.
Page 136 tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and • The TPMS has been optimized for the KNOWING stopping ability. YOUR original equipment tires and wheels. VEHICLE TPMS pressures and warning have been • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte- established for the tire size equipped on your nance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain vehicle.
Page 137 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Check TPMS Warning KNOWING When a system fault is detected, the Tire Pressure Warnings YOUR Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 VEHICLE The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime also sound a chime.
Page 138 NOTE: TPMS Deactivation And Reactivation KNOWING The TPMS can be deactivated if replacing all four wheel 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pres- YOUR and tire assemblies (road tires) with wheel and tire VEHICLE sure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will assemblies that do not have TPMS Sensors, such as not monitor the pressure in the compact spare tire.
Page 139 NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check updated tire pressures, the system will automatically KNOWING the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle update, the graphic display in the EVIC will stop flash- YOUR monthly and to maintain the proper pressure. ing, and the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will VEHICLE turn off.
Page 140 3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel for three seconds and then display dashes (- -) in KNOWING housings. place of the pressure value. YOUR VEHICLE 4. Using tire chains on the vehicle. 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact 5.
Page 141 pressure values. Upon the next ignition switch cycle, GENERAL INFORMATION KNOWING the TPMS will no longer chime or turn on the Tire Transmitter and receivers operate on a carrier fre- YOUR Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light, or display the text quency of 433.92 MHz as required by EEC regulations. VEHICLE message in the EVIC.
Page 142 PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST tion, depending on the location, type and orientation KNOWING of the obstacle. (for versions/markets, where YOUR VEHICLE provided) PARKSENSE ® WARNING DISPLAY The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides The ParkSense Warning screen will only be displayed ®...
Page 143 KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES (fig. 101) (fig. 103) Park Assist Ready Slow Tone IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS (fig. 102) (fig. 104) Park Assist System Off Fast Tone...
Page 144 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: SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING (fig.
Page 145 Do not scratch or poke the sensors. Otherwise, you SERVICE THE PARKSENSE ® REAR PARK KNOWING could damage the sensors. ASSIST SYSTEM YOUR When the ParkSense ® Rear Park Assist system is VEHICLE PARKSENSE ® SYSTEM USAGE malfunctioning, the Electronic Vehicle Information PRECAUTIONS Center (EVIC) will actuate a single chime, once per SAFETY...
Page 146 could provide a false indication that an obstacle is WARNING! KNOWING behind the fascia/bumper. YOUR • Drivers must be careful when backing VEHICLE • Objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer hitches, etc., up even when using the Rear Park Assist must not be placed within 30 cm from the rear system.
Page 147 PARKVIEW® REAR BACK UP When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear KNOWING camera mode is exited and the navigation or audio CAMERA (for versions/markets, YOUR screen appears again. VEHICLE where provided) When displayed, static grid lines will illustrate the Your vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView ®...
Page 148 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 149: Sound Systems
SOUND SYSTEMS NAVIGATION SYSTEM (for KNOWING versions/markets, where Refer to your Uconnect Touch™ User Manual. YOUR VEHICLE provided) Refer to your Uconnect Touch™ User Manual. SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS...
Page 150 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO LEFT -HAND SWITCH FUNCTIONS FOR KNOWING CONTROLS RADIO OPERATION YOUR VEHICLE The remote sound system controls are located on the • Press the top of the switch to SEEK the next listen- rear surface of the steering wheel. The left and right- able station up from the current setting.
Page 151 UCONNECT™ MULTIMEDIA VIDEO Video Entertainment System (VES)™ KNOWING This manual is intended to aid with the operation of the ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (VES)™ YOUR rear seat Video Entertainment System (VES)™. VEHICLE (for versions/markets, where The Video Entertainment System (VES)™ expands the provided) vehicle’s audio and video capabilities so that rear pas- Your rear seat Video Entertainment System (VES)™...
Page 152 remote control allows rear passengers to change sta- NOTE: KNOWING tions, tracks, discs and audio/video modes. • Ensure the remote control channel/screen selector YOUR VEHICLE switch is set to the screen or channel to be con- Remote Control Operation trolled. Quick Reference Chart •...
Page 153 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/AUX2 Mode Screen YOUR Button MW/LW Audio Hard Select Setup VEHICLE Disc Menu Drive Tune Up* Next Next Fast Fast Selection Selection Right Audio: SAFETY Channel* Channel Forward Forward Right Right Arrow FF...
Page 154 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/AUX2 Mode Screen YOUR Button VEHICLE MW/LW Audio Hard Select Setup Disc Menu Drive Return to Return to SAFETY Back Audio: Std Screen Available Available Available Available Available Available Screen Video Play:...
Page 155 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/AUX2 Mode Screen YOUR Button MW/LW Audio Hard Select Setup VEHICLE Disc Menu Drive Pause Pause Play/ Audio: SAFETY playing, playing/ Pause Available Available Available Available Available Available else resume resume Video...
Page 156 Remote Standard Screens Menu Screens KNOWING Control AM/FM/ SAT– HDD– DISC/ AUX/AUX1/AUX2 Mode Screen YOUR Button VEHICLE MW/LW Audio Hard Select Setup Disc Menu Drive Show Mode Select Menu Advance Show SAFETY Mode Next Mode Mode Select Item Prog Up Next Next Next Disc (if player is...
Page 157 4. Channel/Screen Selector Switch - Indicates which preset stored in the radio. When listening to com- KNOWING channel is being controlled by the remote control. pressed audio on a data disc, PROG Up selects the YOUR When the selector switch is in the Channel 1 next directory and PROG Down selects the pre- VEHICLE position, the remote controls the functionality of...
Page 158 16. BACK – When navigating in menu mode, press to first, and then rotate the remote back up into the other KNOWING return to the previous screen. When navigating a two retaining clips until it snaps back into position. YOUR DVDs disc menu, the operation depends on the (fig.
Page 159 • Pressing the Video Lock again or turning the ignition NOTE: The rear video system must be turned on KNOWING OFF turns Video Lock OFF and allows remote con- before sound can be heard from the headphones. To YOUR trol operation of the VES™. conserve battery life, the headphones will automati- VEHICLE cally turn off approximately three minutes after the...
Page 160 NOTE: Replacing The Headphone Batteries KNOWING Each set of headphones requires two AAA batteries for • When both switches are on Channel 1, the Remote YOUR operation. To replace the batteries: VEHICLE is controlling Channel 1 and the headphones are tuned to the audio of the VES™...
Page 161 wear over time through normal use, are specifically not Video Screen Operation KNOWING covered (replacement foam is available for a nominal YOUR Displaying Video charge). UNWIRED TECHNOLOGY IS NOT LIABLE VEHICLE The video screen has two different operating modes, a FOR ANY INJURIES OR DAMAGES TO PERSONS video mode (when displaying video such as DVD video, OR PROPERTY RESULTING FROM THE USE OF, OR...
Page 162 screen (Channel 2) shows the status/mode of the Playing A Disc On The VES™ KNOWING second rear seat screen. The following actions occur automatically when a disc YOUR is inserted into the radio on a single screen system and VEHICLE When Channel 1 is in a video mode, the image is into the remote DVD player on a two screen system: displayed on the first rear seat screen as a full screen...
Page 163 control the radio functions. In this case, VES™ can Information Mode Display KNOWING share the radio mode, but not change stations until the (fig. 111) YOUR When information mode is active, the current mode radio mode is changed to a mode that is different from VEHICLE setting for both audio channels is displayed.
Page 164 audio for Channel 1 has been muted using the Mode Selection Menu KNOWING remote control’s MUTE button. (fig. 112) YOUR The first press of the MODE button causes the Mode VEHICLE 3. Channel 2 Audio Only/Mute — Audio: Only in a Selection menu to appear on screen.
Page 165 In a single screen system, when a video mode (such as 1. Press the remote control’s navigation buttons (▴, ▾, KNOWING DVD-video, Aux video, etc.) is active and Channel/ , ◂) to navigate to the desired digit. YOUR Screen 1 is selected using the remote control selector VEHICLE 2.
Page 166 To change the settings, press the remote control’s • Close the video screen. KNOWING navigation buttons (▴, ▾) to select an item, then press YOUR • To change the current audio mode, press the remote the remote control’s navigation buttons ( , ◂) to VEHICLE control’s MODE button.
Page 167 If your vehicle is not equipped with the separate DVD When connecting an external source to the AUX KNOWING player, the following events in the Radio will cause the input, be sure to follow the standard color coding for YOUR screen(s) to automatically switch to Radio Disc mode.
Page 168 iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL (for CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE KNOWING version/markets where provided) To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the follow- YOUR VEHICLE ing precautions: This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to ® be plugged into the USB port. 1.
Page 169: Adding Fuel
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE ADDING FUEL KNOWING PHONES YOUR FUEL FILLER CAP (GAS CAP) (for VEHICLE Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in versions/markets, where provided) your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance The gas cap is located behind the fuel filler door on the from your radio.
Page 170 NOTE: When removing the fuel filler cap, lay the cap WARNING! KNOWING tether in the hook, located on the fuel filler door YOUR • Never have any smoking materials lit reinforcement. VEHICLE in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled.
Page 171 LOOSE FUEL FILLER CAP MESSAGE (for KNOWING versions/markets, where provided) YOUR If the vehicle diagnostic system determines that the VEHICLE fuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged, a “Check Gascap” message will display in the Electronic SAFETY Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). If this occurs, tighten the fuel filler cap properly and press the TRIP ODOMETER button to turn off the message.
Page 172: Occupant Restraints
SAFETY KNOWING OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS YOUR used to hold infant and child restraint systems. For VEHICLE more information, refer to ISOFIX — Child Seat An- Some of the most important safety features in your chorage System. vehicle are the restraint systems: SAFETY •...
Page 173 Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they (Continued) KNOWING can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat YOUR Some of the worst injuries happen when people are and using a seat belt properly.
Page 174 2. The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near WARNING! KNOWING the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull YOUR • A belt that is buckled into the wrong out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as VEHICLE buckle will not protect you properly.The far as necessary to make the belt go around your lap.
Page 175 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • A belt that is worn under your arm is danger- YOUR • A lap belt worn too high can increase ous.Your body could strike the inside surfaces of VEHICLE the risk of internal injury in a collision. the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and The belt forces won't be at the strong hip and neck injury.A belt worn under the arm can cause...
Page 176 5. Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is As a guide, if you are shorter than average you will KNOWING comfortable and not resting on your neck. The prefer a lower position and if you are taller than YOUR retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.
Page 177 2. At about 15 to 30 cm above the latch plate, grasp SUPPLEMENTAL ACTIVE HEAD KNOWING and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a RESTRAINTS (AHR) YOUR fold that begins immediately above the latch plate. These head restraints are passive, deployable compo- VEHICLE nents, and vehicles with this equipment cannot be 3.
Page 178 Resetting Active Head Restraints (AHR) All occupants, including the driver, should KNOWING If the Active Head Restraints are triggered in a collision, not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle's YOUR you must reset the head restraint on the driver’s and VEHICLE seat until the head restraints are placed front passenger seat.
Page 179 3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of the KNOWING vehicle then down to engage the locking mecha- YOUR nism. (fig. 123) (fig. 124) VEHICLE 4. The AHR front soft foam and trim half should lock into the back decorative plastic half. (fig. 125) SAFETY NOTE: •...
Page 180 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 181 approximately 5 mm above the fender surface. To prevent possible damage, do not slam KNOWING (fig. 126) the rear of the hood to reset it. Press the YOUR VEHICLE The front bumper assembly may affect proper opera- rear of the hood down until it is approxi- tion of the Active Hood system.
Page 182 ENHANCED SEAT BELT USE REMINDER MESSAGES BeltAlert can be enabled or disabled by your autho- ® SYSTEM (BELTALERT ® rized dealer. FIAT Group Automobiles S.p.A. does not BeltAlert ® is a feature intended to remind the driver IN AN EMERGENCY recommend deactivating BeltAlert ®...
Page 183 Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt WARNING! KNOWING across the thighs and as snug across the hips as pos- YOUR “Extreme Hazard! Do not use a • sible. Keep the belt low so that it does not come across VEHICLE rearward-facing child restraint on a seat the abdomen.
Page 184 Seating Position (or other site) KNOWING Mass Group Front Intermediate Intermediate YOUR Rear Outboard Rear Center VEHICLE Passenger Outboard Center Group — up to 10 kg Group 0+ — up to 13 kg SAFETY Group 1 – 9 to 18 kg Group II –...
Page 185 Vehicle ISOFIX Positions Chart KNOWING YOUR Size Front Rear Intermediate Inter- Rear Other VEHICLE Mass Group Class Fixture Passen- Out- Outboard mediate Center Sites board Right / Left Center ISO/L1 **IUF / X **IUF SAFETY Carrycot ISO/L2 X / **IUF STARTING ISO/R1 *IUF / *IUF...
Page 186 Key of letters used in the table above: seat for your child. Use the restraint that is correct for KNOWING your child. (1) = For the CRS which do not carry the ISO/XX size YOUR VEHICLE class identification (A to G), for the applicable mass Infants And Child Restraints group, the car manufacturer shall indicate the vehicle Safety experts recommend that children ride...
Page 187 All children whose weight or height is above the WARNING! KNOWING forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a YOUR Rearward-facing child seats must never belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat VEHICLE be used in the front seat of a vehicle with belts fit properly.
Page 188 2. Pull the release loop forward to release the latch 7. Once the seat belt is long enough to fit properly, KNOWING and seat cushion. (fig. 128) insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear YOUR a “click.” (fig. 130) VEHICLE 3.
Page 189 • Make sure that the child is upright in the seat. WARNING! KNOWING • The lap portion should be low on the hips and as snug YOUR Be certain that the seat cushion is VEHICLE as possible. locked securely into position before us- ing the seat.
Page 190 Standards. FIAT also recommends that you make using lower anchorages and upper tether straps from KNOWING sure that you can install the child restraint in the the child restraint to the vehicle structure. YOUR vehicle where you will use it before you buy it.
Page 191 Installing The ISOFIX-Compatible Child KNOWING Restraint System YOUR We urge you to follow the manufacturer's directions VEHICLE carefully when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described SAFETY here. Again, carefully follow the installation instruc- tions that are provided with the child restraint system.
Page 192 In addition, there are tether strap anchorages located Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equipped KNOWING behind each rear seatback, near to the floor. (fig. 133) with separate straps on each side, with each having a YOUR hook or connector for attachment to the lower an- VEHICLE chorage and a means of adjusting the tension in the strap.
Page 193 instrument panel, above the glove compartment. The NOTE: KNOWING words SRS AIRBAG are embossed on the air bag • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the YOUR covers. (fig. 134) VEHICLE opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap.
Page 194 This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front • Instrument Panel KNOWING passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether • Knee Impact Bolster YOUR the driver or front passenger seat belt is fastened. The VEHICLE • Driver Advanced Front Air Bag seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags.
Page 195 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 196 • 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 pants in addition to that provided by the body struc-...
Page 197 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • Do not use accessory seat covers or place YOUR Infants in rear-facing child restraints objects between you and the side air bags; the VEHICLE 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 198 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 199 The side air bags will not deploy in all side collisions. or continuously. A single chime will sound if the light KNOWING Side air bag deployment will depend on the severity and comes on again after initial startup. YOUR type of collision. VEHICLE It also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration...
Page 200 trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument items are positioned in the area where the side air bag KNOWING panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflates. This especially applies to children. YOUR inflate to their full size.
Page 201 NOTE: In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SAB If A Deployment Occurs KNOWING and SABIC air bags may deploy on both sides of the The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate YOUR vehicle. immediately after deployment. VEHICLE NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in Front And Side Impact Sensors In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the all collisions.
Page 202 on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer's • The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during KNOWING instructions for cleaning. the four to eight seconds when the ignition is first YOUR cycled to the ON/RUN. VEHICLE Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed.
Page 203 NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) KNOWING a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are re- • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder YOUR corded by the EDR under normal driving conditions VEHICLE (EDR).
Page 204 SAFETY TIPS (Continued) KNOWING • On seven passenger models, do not drive the YOUR TRANSPORTING PASSENGERS VEHICLE vehicle with the second row passenger seat in the NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO easy entry/exit position (seat cushion flipped up- AREA. ward and seat moved forward), as this position is SAFETY only intended for entering and exiting the third...
Page 205 the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas EXHAUST GAS KNOWING for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned YOUR parts. Open seams or loose connections could permit WARNING! VEHICLE exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger compart- Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They ment.
Page 206 on, flickers, or turns on while driving, have the system (Continued) KNOWING checked by an authorized dealer. • Never place or install floor mats or other floor YOUR VEHICLE coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly Defroster secured to prevent them from moving and inter- Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and fering with the pedals or the ability to control the place the blower control on high speed.
Page 207 PERIODIC SAFETY CHECKS YOU SHOULD Door Latches KNOWING Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. MAKE OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE YOUR VEHICLE Tires Fluid Leaks Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for wear patterns.
Page 208 STARTING AND DRIVING KNOWING ENGINE BREAK-IN STARTING PROCEDURES YOUR VEHICLE RECOMMENDATIONS Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt, A long break-in period is not required for the engine and if present, instruct all other occupants to buckle and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle.
Page 209 (Continued) 4. If you wish to stop the cranking of the engine prior KNOWING to the engine starting, press the button again. • Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, YOUR and do not leave Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the VEHICLE NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm ACC or ON/RUN mode.A child could operate...
Page 210 NOTE: If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or EXTREME COLD WEATHER (BELOW KNOWING RUN (engine not running) position and the transmis- −29°C) YOUR sion is in PARK, the system will automatically time out To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use VEHICLE after 30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch of an externally powered electric engine block heater is...
Page 211 Clearing A Flooded Engine (Using ENGINE NORMAL STARTING – DIESEL ENGINE KNOWING START/STOP Button) YOUR Using The ENGINE START/STOP Button If the engine fails to start after you have followed the VEHICLE 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position by “Normal Starting”...
Page 212 4. After the engine starts, allow it to idle for approxi- Turbocharger “Cool Down” KNOWING mately 30 seconds before driving. This allows oil to YOUR NOTE: Letting the engine idle after extended opera- circulate and lubricate the turbocharger. VEHICLE tion allows the turbine housing to cool to normal operating temperature.
Page 213: Parking Brake
PARKING BRAKE TurboCharger “Cool Down” Chart KNOWING Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking Turbo- Idle Time YOUR Driving charger (In Minutes) brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an VEHICLE Load Conditions Tempera- Before Shut automatic transmission in PARK, or manual transmis- ture Down...
Page 214 park brake, firmly push the park brake pedal fully. To • This light only shows that the parking brake is ap- KNOWING release the parking brake, press the park brake pedal a plied. It does not show the degree of brake applica- YOUR second time and let your foot up as you feel the brake tion.
Page 215 (Continued) If the “Brake Warning Light” remains on KNOWING • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with with the parking brake released, a brake YOUR access to an unlocked vehicle. VEHICLE system malfunction is indicated. Have • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer is dangerous for a number of reasons.
Page 216 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 VEHICLE provided) can result from starting in third.
Page 217 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 SAFETY downshift at too high a vehicle speed,you the following precautions are not ob- could damage the engine, transmission, served:...
Page 218 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended YOUR • It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or VEHICLE is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 219 turned to the ON/RUN position (engine running or WARNING! KNOWING not) and the brake pedal must be pressed. YOUR • Never use the PARK position as a VEHICLE GEAR RANGES substitute for the parking brake. Always DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or apply the parking brake fully when parked to NEUTRAL into another gear range.
Page 220 (Continued) • Before moving the shift lever out of KNOWING • Unintended movement of a vehicle could in- PARK, you must turn the ignition switch YOUR VEHICLE jure those in or near the vehicle. As with all from the LOCK/OFF position to the ON/ vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the RUN position, and also press the brake pedal.
Page 221 may be started in this range. Apply the parking brake When frequent transmission shifting occurs (such as KNOWING and shift the transmission into PARK if you must leave when operating the vehicle under heavy loading condi- YOUR the vehicle. tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, VEHICLE or while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick ®...
Page 222 NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we Transmission Limp Home Mode KNOWING Transmission function is monitored electronically for recommend that you visit your authorized dealer at YOUR abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected that your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized VEHICLE could result in transmission damage, Transmission dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the...
Page 223 operation in the upper gears. When the vehicle speed Only shift from DRIVE to PARK or REVERSE when the KNOWING drops or during some accelerations, the clutch auto- accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. YOUR matically disengages. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when VEHICLE shifting between these gears.
Page 224 When parking on a level surface, you may place the WARNING! KNOWING shift lever in PARK first, and then apply the parking YOUR • Never use the PARK position as a brake. VEHICLE substitute for the parking brake. Always When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake before apply the parking brake fully when parked to placing the shift lever in PARK, otherwise the load on guard against vehicle movement and possible...
Page 225 (Continued) The following indicators should be used to ensure that KNOWING you have engaged the shift lever into the PARK posi- • Unintended movement of a vehicle could in- YOUR tion: jure those in or near the vehicle. As with all VEHICLE vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the •...
Page 226 tions, in hilly terrain, traveling into strong head winds, WARNING! KNOWING or while towing heavy trailers), use the AutoStick ® YOUR Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never shift control (refer to “AutoStick ® ” in “Starting And VEHICLE turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. Driving”...
Page 227 Light (MIL) may be illuminated. Limp Home Mode Overdrive Operation KNOWING allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer The automatic transmission includes an electronically YOUR for service without damaging the transmission. controlled Overdrive (sixth gear). The transmission VEHICLE will automatically shift into Overdrive if the following In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission...
Page 228 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) (for NOTE: The torque converter clutch will not engage KNOWING until the transmission fluid and engine coolant are versions/markets, where YOUR warm [usually after 2 to 5 km of driving]. Because the VEHICLE provided) engine speed is higher when the torque converter This feature provides on-demand All-Wheel Drive clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if the transmission (AWD).
Page 229: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
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 230: Driving Through Water
DRIVING THROUGH WATER • Always check the depth of the stand- KNOWING Driving through water more than a few centimeters ing 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 231: Trailer Towing
TRAILER TOWING WARNING! KNOWING In this section you will find safety tips and information YOUR • Driving through standing water limits on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do VEHICLE your vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully not exceed 8 km/h when driving through standing review this information to tow your load as efficiently water.
Page 232 load, and not less than 25 kg. You must consider tongue Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) KNOWING The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your load as part of the load on your vehicle and its’ GAWR. YOUR vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination. VEHICLE WARNING! NOTE: The GCWR rating includes a 68 kg allowance...
Page 233 With Attachment Point KNOWING • For detachable tow bar, pass the cable through the YOUR VEHICLE attachment point and clip it back onto itself. (fig. 141) • For fixed ball tow bar, attach the clip directly to the designated point. This alternative must be specifically SAFETY permitted by the trailer manufacturer since the clip may not be sufficiently strong for use in the way.
Page 234 • For fixed ball tow bar, loop the cable around the neck TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM KNOWING of the tow ball. If you fit the cable like this, use a single TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) YOUR loop only. (fig. 144) The following chart provides the maximum trailer VEHICLE weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Page 235 TRAILER AND TONGUE WEIGHT TOWING REQUIREMENTS KNOWING Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive- YOUR can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side train components the following guidelines are recom- VEHICLE which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and mended:...
Page 236 (Continued) WARNING! KNOWING • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on YOUR Improper towing can lead to an injury VEHICLE a grade.When parking, apply the parking brake accident. Follow these guidelines to on the tow vehicle. Always, block or "chock" the make your trailer towing as safe as possible: trailer wheels.
Page 237 – Check for signs of tire wear or visible tire damage If the trailer weighs more than 450 kg KNOWING before towing a trailer. Refer to “Tires – General loaded, it should have its own brakes, and YOUR Information” in “Technical Specifications” for the VEHICLE they should be of adequate capacity.Fail- proper tire inspection procedures.
Page 238 NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicles Function Wire KNOWING wiring harness. Number Color YOUR VEHICLE The electrical connections are all complete to the Left Turn Signal Yellow vehicle but you must mate the harness to a trailer Rear Fog Light Blue connector.
Page 239 (fig. 146) Function Wire KNOWING Number Color YOUR VEHICLE Function Wire Stoplights Number Color Left Rear Position, Side Black Left Turn Signal Yellow Marker Lights, and Rear SAFETY Registration Plate Illumi- Rear Fog Light Blue nation Device. b Ground/Common Return White Reverse lights Red/Black...
Page 240 NOTE: Check the transmission fluid level (four- TOWING TIPS KNOWING Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, speed transmission only) before towing. The six-speed YOUR and backing up the trailer in an area located away from transmission does not require a fluid level check before VEHICLE heavy traffic.
Page 241 – Extended driving at high RPM should be avoided to ment and low profile mirrors, may also be required or KNOWING prevent excess heat generation. A reduction in ve- strongly recommended. (fig. 147) YOUR hicle speed may be required to avoid extended VEHICLE Trailer Tow Hitch Attaching Points And Overhang driving at high RPM.
Page 242 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND KNOWING MOTORHOME, ETC.) YOUR VEHICLE TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE SAFETY FWD MODELS FWD MODELS Wheels OFF Towing Condition MANUAL TRANS- AUTOMATIC AWD MODELS the Ground STARTING MISSION TRANSMISSION If tranmission is DRIVING operable: Transmission in WARNING Transmission in NEUTRAL...
Page 243 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models - Automatic KNOWING Transmission Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the YOUR VEHICLE ground, or using a towing dolly) is NOT ALLOWED. DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped The only acceptable method for towing this vehicle with an automatic transmission.
Page 244: Warning Lights And Messages
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES KNOWING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER YOUR VEHICLE (fig. 148) SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CONTENTS (fig. 148)
Page 245 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 246 cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several kilome- Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either KNOWING ters at speeds greater than 48 km/h, see your autho- indicator flashes at a rapid rate. YOUR rized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem VEHICLE 5.
Page 247 8. Park/Headlight ON Indicator Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for KNOWING This indicator will illuminate when the park proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s respon- YOUR lights or headlights are turned on. (Refer to sibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under- VEHICLE “Lights”...
Page 248 11. Brake Warning Light The TPMS has been optimized for the KNOWING This light monitors various brake functions, original equipment tires and wheels. YOUR 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 249 NOTE: The light may flash momentarily during sharp The light also will turn on when the parking brake is KNOWING cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level condi- applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- YOUR tions. The vehicle should have service performed, and tion.
Page 250 13. Fuel Cap Indicator KNOWING This symbol indicates the side of the vehicle YOUR where the fuel filler cap is located. VEHICLE 14. Rear Fog Light Indicator SAFETY This indicator will illuminate when the rear fog lights are on. (Refer to “Rear Fog Lights” in STARTING “Knowing Your...
Page 251: 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 252 WARNING! WARNING! KNOWING YOUR • Take care to avoid the radiator cool- Do not allow vehicles to touch each VEHICLE ing fan whenever the hood is raised. It other as this could establish a ground can start anytime the ignition switch is ON.You connection and personal injury could result.
Page 253 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable KNOWING jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post of the from the remote positive (+) post of the discharged YOUR vehicle with the discharged battery.
Page 254 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Spare Tire Location KNOWING The spare tire is stowed underneath the rear of the YOUR vehicle and is held in place by means of a cable winch VEHICLE WARNING! mechanism. • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving Preparations For Jacking SAFETY...
Page 255 Spare Tire Removal WARNING! KNOWING YOUR NOTE: On seven-passenger models, fold the third- Do not attempt to change a tire on the VEHICLE row passenger seats flat. This will provide more space side of the vehicle close to moving traf- when accessing the jacking tools and when operating fic.
Page 256 NOTE: Assemble components 2 and 3 by seating the Spare Tire Stowage KNOWING small ball at the end of component 2 in the small hole at YOUR NOTE: Refer to “Spare Tire Removal” for informa- the end of component 3. This will lock these compo- VEHICLE tion on assembling the winch tools.
Page 257 raise the spare tire into the storage area. Continue (Continued) KNOWING to rotate the jack-handle assembly until you hear • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a YOUR the winch mechanism click three times. It cannot be jack.
Page 258 drain flute formations on the sill flange. Turn the Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by KNOWING jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle jacking on locations other than those YOUR with the lift area of the sill flange. (fig. 155) VEHICLE indicated in the Jacking Instructions for (fig.
Page 259 WARNING! WARNING! KNOWING YOUR Raising the vehicle higher than neces- To avoid possible personal injury, handle VEHICLE sary can make the vehicle less stable. It the wheel covers with care to avoid con- could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. tact with any sharp edges.
Page 260 with a torque wrench by you authorized dealer or NOTE: KNOWING service station. • For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a YOUR VEHICLE center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare. 10. Lower the jack to its fully closed position. •...
Page 261 snapping the cover over the two lug nuts. Do not WARNING! KNOWING use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover. YOUR To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle VEHICLE 4. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped off the jack, do not tighten the wheel end of the nut toward the wheel.
Page 262 TIREFIT KIT (for versions/markets, Vehicles Without Wheel Covers KNOWING where provided) 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. YOUR VEHICLE Small punctures up to 6 mm in the tire tread can be 2. Install the remaining lug nuts with the cone shaped sealed with TIREFIT.
Page 263 TIREFIT KIT COMPONENTS AND Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses KNOWING Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following sym- OPERATION YOUR (fig. 160) bols to indicate the air or sealant mode. VEHICLE 1. Sealant Bottle • Selecting Air Mode Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this posi- 2.
Page 264 ant is only intended to seal punctures less than 6 mm TIREFIT Usage Precautions KNOWING diameter in the tread of your vehicle. • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant YOUR VEHICLE Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the •...
Page 265 (Continued) Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT KNOWING If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a colli- YOUR Sealant Hose (6): sion or hard stop could endanger the occupants VEHICLE of the vehicle.Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the 1.
Page 266 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the If the tire inflates to the recommended pres- KNOWING deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the sure or is at least 1.8 Bar pressure within 15 YOUR minutes: ground.
Page 267 NOTE: Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws available. Make sure the engine is running before KNOWING or nails) from the tire. turning ON the TIREFIT kit. YOUR VEHICLE 3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to previ- (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The ous use.
Page 268 If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 (1.8 Bar) • The metal end fitting from Power Plug KNOWING pressure within 15 minutes: (8) may get hot after use, so it should be YOUR VEHICLE • The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to handled carefully.
Page 269 2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, (E) After Driving: KNOWING Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from YOUR Stop to Use TIREFIT” before continuing. 12 Volt outlet.
Page 270: Table Of Contents
REPLACEMENT BULBS 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so KNOWING that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in All the inside bulbs are brass or glass wedge base. YOUR the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the Aluminum base bulbs are not approved and should not VEHICLE housing.
Page 271: Bulb Replacement
High Beam Headlamp ....HB3/9005 bulbs changed at a FIAT Dealership. Front Turn Signal ....PY27W/3757AK Front Position Lamp .
Page 272: Servicing
4. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the wheel well access panel and remove the access KNOWING headlamp housing and rotate it ¼ turn clockwise to panel. YOUR lock it in place. VEHICLE 2. Remove the electrical connector from the fog lamp housing.
Page 273: Rear Fog Lamp
6. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and Do not touch the new bulb with your KNOWING install the replacement bulb. fingers. Oil contamination will severely YOUR VEHICLE shorten bulb life. If the bulb comes in contact with an oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing alcohol.
Page 274: Side Repeater Lamp
7. Align the index tabs of the replacement rear fog REAR TURN SIGNAL AND BACKUP LAMP KNOWING lamp bulb/socket assembly with the slots in the The taillamps are a two-piece design. The tail/stop/rear YOUR collar of the bulb opening on the back of the lamp turn signal lamps are located in the rear corner body VEHICLE housing.
Page 275 with the other hand. Use the trim stick and hand Changing The Backup Lamp KNOWING pressure together to disengage the taillamp housing 1. Open the liftgate. YOUR from the vehicle. VEHICLE 2. Remove the two fasteners retaining the taillamp 4. Rotate the applicable bulb's electrical connector ¼ housing to the liftgate from the inboard face of the turn counterclockwise and remove it from the tail- liftgate.
Page 276 5. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and LICENSE PLATE LAMP KNOWING install the replacement bulb. 1. Push the small locking tab sticking out of the end of YOUR VEHICLE the lens toward the side of the vehicle and hold it in 6.
Page 277 FUSES Car- KNOWING Mini- Cavity tridge Description YOUR INTERIOR FUSES Fuse Fuse VEHICLE The interior fuse panel is located on the passenger side 15 Amp Instrument Panel under the instrument panel. F108 Blue SAFETY 10 Amp Climate Control/ Car- F109 Mini- HVAC Cavity...
Page 278 Car- Car- KNOWING Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description YOUR Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse VEHICLE 15 Amp Wireless Ignition Passenger Assistance/ F121 Blue Node 10 Amp Hands Free System – F131 SAFETY For Versions/Markets, 25 Amp F122 Driver Door Module Where Provided Natural 10 Amp...
Page 279 Car- Car- KNOWING Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description YOUR Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse VEHICLE 60 Amp Interior Power Distri- 30 Amp To Body Computer – F101 F145 Yellow bution Center Rail Pink Lamp SAFETY 60 Amp Interior Power Distri- 30 Amp Spare F102...
Page 280 Car- Car- KNOWING Mini- Mini- Cavity tridge Description Cavity tridge Description YOUR Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse VEHICLE Transfer Case Mod- 20 Amp F166 Spare 10 Amp ule – For Versions/ Yellow F157 SAFETY Markets, Where Pro- 30 Amp F167 Powertrain Shutdown vided Green Active Hood Module...
Page 281 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE Car- KNOWING Mini- If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be Cavity tridge Description YOUR Fuse Fuse moved out of the PARK position, you can use the VEHICLE following procedure to temporarily move the shift All Wheel Drive 20 Amp Module –...
Page 282: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. KNOWING If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, it 5. Insert a screwdriver or similar small tool into the YOUR can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the VEHICLE access port, and push and hold the override release steering wheel right and left to clear the area around...
Page 283 Press the "ESC Off" switch, to place the NOTE: WARNING! KNOWING Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in YOUR Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. "Partial Off" mode, before rocking the ve- VEHICLE Forces generated by excessive wheel hicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control” in speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the “Knowing Your Vehicle”...
Page 284 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 285 Insert the flat end of the jack handle through the eye REAR TOW EYE USAGE KNOWING The rear tow eye receptacle is located behind a door, and tighten, refer to “Jacking and Tire Changing” for YOUR located on the left rear bumper fascia. further information.
Page 286: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE FWD MODELS FWD MODELS Wheels OFF Towing Condition MANUAL TRANS- AUTOMATIC AWD MODELS the Ground MISSION TRANSMISSION SAFETY If tranmission is operable: Transmission in NEUTRAL Transmission in STARTING NEUTRAL Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Ignition in ACC DRIVING Ignition in ACC or...
Page 287 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models • Do not use sling type equipment when KNOWING The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels towing. Damage to the fascia will occur. YOUR OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the VEHICLE • When securing the vehicle to a flatbed vehicle on a flatbed, or with one end of vehicle raised truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension and the opposite end on a towing dolly.
Page 288 FRONT -WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) MODELS - FRONT -WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) MODELS - KNOWING MANUAL TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION YOUR The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle VEHICLE with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed. with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.
Page 289: Maintenance Schedule
SERVICING AND CARE KNOWING YOUR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: VEHICLE • The oil change indicator message will not MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE – GASOLINE monitor the time since the last oil change. ENGINE SAFETY Change your vehicles oil if it has been 12 The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this months since your last oil change even if the manual must be done at the times or mileages specified...
Page 290 Thousands Of Kilometers KNOWING YOUR Months VEHICLE Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. • SAFETY Check battery charge status and possibly recharge. • • • • • • • • Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if • • •...
Page 291 Thousands Of Kilometers KNOWING YOUR Months VEHICLE Visually inspect the condition of accessory drive belt/s. • SAFETY Check exhaust gas emissions. • • • • • • • • Check the parking brake lever stroke and adjust it, if • •...
Page 292 • engine often idling or driving long distances at low Periodic Checks KNOWING Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and, if speeds or long periods of idleness. YOUR necessary, restore: VEHICLE You should perform the following inspections more •...
Page 293 Thousands Of Kilometers KNOWING YOUR Months VEHICLE Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure if required. • • • • • • Check lighting system operation (headlights, direction indicators, SAFETY hazard lights, passenger compartment lights, instrument panel • • • • •...
Page 294 Thousands Of Kilometers KNOWING YOUR Months VEHICLE Visually inspect the condition of the auxiliary drive belt. • • SAFETY Replace auxiliary drive belts. • Check timing belt conditions. • • STARTING Replace the timing belt (*). • DRIVING Replace fuel filter (Or at least change every 24 months). •...
Page 295 * Regardless of the distance covered, the timing belt Periodic Checks KNOWING must be changed every 4 years for particularly demand- Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and, if YOUR ing use (cold climates, city driving, long periods of necessary, restore: VEHICLE idling) or at least every 5 years.
Page 296 • check and, if necessary, change engine oil and replace Heavy-Duty Use Of The Car KNOWING If the car is used mainly under one of the following oil filter; YOUR conditions: VEHICLE • check and, if necessary, replace pollen filter; •...
Page 297 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L KNOWING (fig. 174) YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE (fig. 174) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 7 — Totally Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 8 —...
Page 298 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 3.6L KNOWING (fig. 175) YOUR VEHICLE SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (fig. 175) 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Air Cleaner Filter 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 —...
Page 299 ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L KNOWING DIESEL YOUR VEHICLE (fig. 176) SAFETY STARTING DRIVING WARNING LIGHTS MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY SERVICING CARE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (fig. 176) 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 —...
Page 300 EMERGENCY level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. • Car maintenance should be done at a FIAT Dealership. For routine and minor maintenance The best time to check the engine oil level is about five...
Page 301 FIAT spare parts SAFETY and the necessary fluids;do not however carry out Do not overfill the engine.
Page 302 Fully Synthetic Low Ash 5W-30 engine protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not oils that meet the requirements of FIAT Qualification remove the air induction system (air cleaner, SAFETY 9.55535-S1 and ACEA C2.
Page 303 To access the battery, turn the steering wheel fully to It is essential when replacing the • KNOWING the right and remove the access panel from the inner cables on the battery that the positive YOUR fender shield. VEHICLE cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative WARNING! post.
Page 304 STARTING requiring costly repairs. the proper equipment, genuine FIAT spare parts • The air conditioning system contains refriger- and the necessary fluids;do not however carry out DRIVING ant under high pressure.To avoid risk of personal...
Page 305 filter cover to the HVAC housing and remove the 5. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of KNOWING cover. (fig. 178) the housing. YOUR VEHICLE 6. Install the A/C air filter with the arrow on the filter pointing toward the floor.
Page 306 WARNING the proper equipment, genuine FIAT spare parts LIGHTS Rear Wiper Removal/Installation and the necessary fluids;do not however carry out MESSAGES these operations if you have no experience.
Page 307 5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some KNOWING place. washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper YOUR blades clean. This will help blade performance. VEHICLE ADDING WASHER FLUID To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system...
Page 308 IN AN areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or misposi- the proper equipment, genuine FIAT spare parts EMERGENCY tioned parts. Open seams or loose connections could and the necessary fluids;do not however carry out permit exhaust fumes to seep into the passenger com- these operations if you have no experience.
Page 309 To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage: WARNING! KNOWING • Do not shut OFF the engine or interrupt the ignition YOUR Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They VEHICLE when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is motion.
Page 310 Selection Of Coolant – Gasoline Engine carry out yourself, we do recommend you have Use only the manufacturer's recommended coolant. the proper equipment, genuine FIAT spare parts Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in SAFETY and the necessary fluids;do not however carry out “Technical Specifications”...
Page 311 Use only high purity water such as distilled or deion- Selection Of Coolant – Diesel Engine KNOWING Use only the manufacturer's recommended coolant ized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (an- YOUR (antifreeze). Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine tifreeze) solution. The use of lower quality water will VEHICLE Parts”...
Page 312 children, do not store ethylene glycol-based engine Cooling System Pressure Cap KNOWING The cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of coolant in open containers or allow it to remain in YOUR engine coolant (antifreeze), and to ensure that engine puddles on the ground.
Page 313 • Keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is carry out yourself, we do recommend you have MESSAGES equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the the proper equipment, genuine FIAT spare parts condenser clean. and the necessary fluids;do not however carry out IN AN these operations if you have no experience.
Page 314 Overfilling of fluid is not recommended because it may (Continued) KNOWING cause leaking in the system. • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or YOUR VEHICLE moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads has been in a tightly closed container.
Page 315 DRIVING its performance may be impaired by supplemental ad- the proper equipment, genuine FIAT spare parts ditives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the WARNING and the necessary fluids;do not however carry out LIGHTS transmission.
Page 316 Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid Add fluid, if necessary, to maintain the proper level. KNOWING level should be between the bottom of the fill hole and YOUR Frequency Of Fluid Change a point not more that 4.7 mm below the bottom of the VEHICLE Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule”...
Page 317 • Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants. APPEARANCE CARE AND PROTECTION KNOWING FROM CORROSION YOUR Washing VEHICLE Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion • Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- hicle in the shade using a mild car wash soap, and graphic locations and usage.
Page 318 • If your vehicle is damaged due to an accident or Stain Repel Fabric Cleaning Procedure (for KNOWING similar cause, which destroys the paint and protec- versions/markets, where provided) YOUR tive coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as Stain Repel seats may be cleaned in the following VEHICLE possible.
Page 319 To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and Cleaning Interior Trim KNOWING reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp YOUR remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution VEHICLE cloth.
Page 320 VEHICLE STORAGE Seat Belt Maintenance KNOWING Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical If you will not be using your vehicle for more than 21 YOUR solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the days, you may want to take steps to preserve your VEHICLE fabric.
Page 321: Tire Rotation
TIRE ROTATION KNOWING RECOMMENDATIONS YOUR VEHICLE Tires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at SAFETY unequal rates. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of STARTING tires.
Page 322: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS KNOWING VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION YOUR 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 323 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 324 inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum infla- rized tire dealer for recommended safe operating KNOWING tion pressure molded into the tire sidewall. speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. YOUR VEHICLE Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide WARNING! range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary High speed driving with your vehicle un-...
Page 325 SPARE TIRE MATCHING ORIGINAL COMPACT SPARE TIRE (for versions/markets, KNOWING EQUIPPED TIRE AND WHEEL (for where provided) YOUR versions/markets, where provided) The compact spare is for temporary emergency use VEHICLE Your vehicle may be equivalent with a spare tire and only.
Page 326 LIMITED-USE SPARE (for versions/markets, WARNING! KNOWING where provided) YOUR Compact spares are for temporary The limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergency VEHICLE emergency use only. With these spares, use only. This tire is identified by a label located on the do not drive more than 80 km/h.Temporary use limited-use spare wheel.
Page 327 TIRE SPINNING LIFE OF TIRE KNOWING When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or icy conditions, do The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying YOUR not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 48 km/h or factors including but not limited to: VEHICLE for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- •...
Page 328 replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifica- WARNING! KNOWING tions match those of the original wheels. YOUR Tires and spare tire should be replaced VEHICLE It is recommended you contact your original equip- after six years, regardless of the remain- ment or an authorized tire dealer with any questions ing tread.
Page 329: Tire Chains
SAFETY and failure. You could lose control and have a • These chains can be found referring to an authorized collision. FIAT Dealership. • Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having STARTING adequate speed capability can result in sudden •...
Page 330 FUEL REQUIREMENTS — GASOLINE (Continued) KNOWING ENGINE • Do not exceed 48 km/h. YOUR VEHICLE • Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and All engines are designed to meet all emissions regula- large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. tions and provide excellent fuel economy and perfor- •...
Page 331 You may find fuels containing 3% or more methanol Use of fuel with Ethanol content higher KNOWING along with other alcohols called cosolvents. Problems than 10% may result in engine malfunc- YOUR that result from using methanol/gasoline or E-85 Etha- VEHICLE tion, starting and operating difficulties, nol blends are not the responsibility of the manufac-...
Page 332 ask your gasoline retailer whether or not his/her gaso- WARNING! KNOWING line contains MMT. YOUR Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases VEHICLE Materials Added To Fuel is deadly. Follow the precautions below Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: rating, gasolines that contain detergents, corrosion and Do not inhale exhaust gases.
Page 333: Fluid Capacities
FUEL REQUIREMENTS — DIESEL KNOWING ENGINE YOUR VEHICLE Use Premium Quality Diesel fuels with a Cetane rating of 50 or higher, and meeting the EN590 standard are highly recommended. See your authorized dealer for SAFETY further information regarding fuels available in your area.
Page 334 Reference N° F101.M01. Cooling circuit usage percentage: 50% water 50% STARTING PARAFLU UP **) SAE Grade 5W-20 fully synthetic engine oil that meets FIAT Classification DRIVING Engine Oil – 2.4L Engine*** 9.55535-CR1, API SN, ILSAC GF-5 (SELENIA K POWER, Contractual Techni- cal Reference N°...
Page 335 MZ6 (TUTELA TRANSMISSION GEARFORCE Contractual Technical Refer- markets, where provided) MESSAGES ence N° F002.F10) Synthetic fluid that meets FIAT Classification 9.55597, FMVSS n° 116, DOT 4, IN AN Brake/Clutch Master Cylinder ISO 4925, SAE J-1704 (TUTELA TOP 4, Contractual Technical Reference N°...
Page 336 (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 339 CONTENTS KNOWING YOUR About Your Brakes..... .118, 207 Automatic Dimming Mirror ....60 VEHICLE ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) .
Page 340 Warning Light ......242 Child Safety Locks ......104 KNOWING Brake/Transmission Interlock .
Page 341 Daytime Brightness, Interior Lights ....78 Electronic Stability Program (ESP) ....123 KNOWING Defroster, Rear Window ..... .84 Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).
Page 342 Exhaust Gas Caution ....111, 199, 303 Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..... .276 KNOWING Exhaust System .
Page 343 Gear Select Lever Override ....275 Hood Release ......116 KNOWING General Information .
Page 344: Rear Tail/Stop
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) .....11 Headlights ......75, 265 KNOWING Knee Bolster .
Page 345 Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) ..239 Mini-Trip Computer ......27 KNOWING Load Floor, Cargo ......112 Mirrors .
Page 346 Recommendation ..... . .327 Radial Ply Tires ......318 KNOWING Viscosity .
Page 347 Restraints, Child ......177 Rear Folding ......52, 57 KNOWING Restraints, Occupant .
Page 348 Steering Aging (Life of Tires) ..... .321 KNOWING Column Controls ......77 Air Pressure .
Page 349 Trailer and Tongue Weight ....229 Warning Flasher, Hazard ..... .89 KNOWING Wiring .
Page 350 Notes Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. - Parts & Services - Technical Services - Service Engineering Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 3 - 10040 Volvera - Torino (Italia) Print n. 530.02.220 - 07/2012 - Edition 1...
Page 352 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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