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Page 3: Introduction 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE INTRODUCTION ............. 3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .
Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......4 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ..7 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....5 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS .
Page 6: Introduction
FIAT Group Automobiles offers to its customers: Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT 500e. Be • the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for assured that your 500e represents an elegant marriage of technology and Italian styling that is as good for the maintaining its validity environment as is fun to drive! •...
Page 7: How To Use This Manual
INTRODUCTION 5 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains a complete listing of all subjects. Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the this Owner’s Manual:...
Page 8 6 INTRODUCTION...
Page 9: Vehicle Identification Number
INTRODUCTION 7 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss important information.
Page 10: Vehicle Modifications/Alterations
8 INTRODUCTION VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS WARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped VIN Location NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
Page 11: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle
Smartphone Features ....17 500e ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES ..14 ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION ... .20 Audible Pedestrian Warning System .
Page 12 10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Charging The High Voltage Battery..26 To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ... .38 Vehicle Charge Indicators.
Page 13 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 11 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls ..64 Equipped ......55 Event Data Recorder (EDR) .
Page 14: Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle 9
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION Your 500e operates entirely on electricity stored in the high voltage battery. Unlike a conventional vehicle or Hybrid there is no internal combustion engine. Battery Electric Vehicles have unique operating characteristics that you should become familiar with to ensure you are getting the optimal performance from your vehicle.
Page 15 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13 Lithium-ion batteries provide the following benefits: WARNING! • Lithium-ion batteries are much lighter than other Never try to remove the high voltage service discon- types of rechargeable batteries of the same size. nect.
Page 16: 500E Electric Vehicle Features
• Ensure safe operation Your 500e is equipped with two electrical systems; a 12 Volt • Maximize driving range system that is used to power the conventional electrical •...
Page 17: Single-Speed Transmission
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15 The audible warning system uses an in-car sound syn- Auto Park thesizer with a speaker located in the underhood com- Auto Park will automatically place the transmission into partment. The warning system is automatically activated PARK if there is an indication that the driver may leave when selecting DRIVE or REVERSE.
Page 18: Climate Control (Hvac System)
NOTE: The AC system helps cool the high voltage maximize driving range. battery. If the air conditioning system should require Your 500e also uses an electric air heater to provide heat service see your authorized studio as soon as possible. to the cabin.
Page 19: Electric Power Steering
• Assist with locating your vehicle steering fluid. • Locate charging stations Smartphone Features With the FIAT 500e smartphone app, you can monitor the • Send a point-of-interest to your vehicle state of charge of the high voltage battery or initiate • Schedule a charge charging from your phone.
Page 20 18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE How do I get the 500e smartphone App? Once in the registration website, you will need to enter your vehicle’s VIN and Connectivity ID. The connectivity Visit the 500e registration website: ID is found in the vehicle’s instrument cluster. To locate https://www.uconnectaccess.fiatusa.com/...
Page 21 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19 2. Choose “Settings” and scroll down to the “Connectiv- 3. Select “Connectivity ID”. ity ID”. Connectivity ID Connectivity ID...
Page 22: Electric System Operation
500e mobile application. following: Need help with registration? 1. After entering the VIN (Vehicle Identification Num- Please call the 500e Call Center Toll Free number below: ber), Connectivity ID and your email address, click (855) 261-5364 “submit”.
Page 23: Level 2 Charging (240V - Requires A 40 Amp Circuit Breaker Or Greater)
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21 Level 2 Charging (240V — Requires A 40 Amp Circuit Breaker Or Greater) Level 2 charging is accomplished by using 240V perma- nently mounted EVSEs and is the preferred method for charging your vehicle. A Level 2 charging station can be installed at your residence.
Page 24: Charge Times
22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Charge Times NOTE: • Charging times are estimates based on a completely The following factors determine how long a battery recharge will take: discharged high voltage battery pack. • The battery’s current state of charge (percent depleted) •...
Page 25 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23 The EVSE is used to charge the high voltage battery and SAE J1772 Charge Receptacle plugs into any standard AC grounded outlet. To access Your vehicle uses an industry standard SAE J1772 charge the charge cord, lift the rear cargo cover and remove the receptacle (vehicle’s inlet) for both AC Level 1 (120V) and charging cord from the storage bin.
Page 26: Evse Operation And Status Information
24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE EVSE Operation And Status Information Indicator Description 1 — AC Indicator LED Green indicates READY RED Indicates a fault 2 — Fault Indicator LED Green indicates READY RED indicates a fault 3 — Charge Level All ON indicates system Indicator LED’s ready and not charging...
Page 27 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 25 During the internal self test the unit turns on one Charge The EVSE LED’s will be used to indicate the vehicle’s Level Indicator LED every 1.5 seconds until all the Charge connection status if no faults are found during the self test. Level Indicator LED’s are illuminated.
Page 28: Charging The High Voltage Battery
26 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The LED’s are illuminated and turn off at the rate of one Charging The High Voltage Battery change per second. 1. Put the vehicle in PARK. Fault Charge Level Indicator Time 2. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. Indica- LED’s 3.
Page 29 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 27 4. Uncoil the entire length of the EVSE (charge cord). 5. Plug the EVSE into a standard 120V AC outlet that is properly grounded. It is recommended that the EVSE is connected to an AC outlet on a circuit which is not electrically loaded by other devices.
Page 30 28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: 7. When charging is complete, or the vehicle needs to be unplugged, remove the EVSE by pushing the button • The vehicle will initiate the charging cycle automati- on the connector and pull firmly to remove it from the cally when all the conditions are satisfied.
Page 31: Vehicle Charge Indicators
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29 NOTE: • In the event of an error in the charging process the AC power to the vehicle will stop and a red indicator will illuminate on the EVSE. • Keep the door for the charge receptacle closed when not in use.
Page 32 30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Charge Low and Limited Power Messages The state of charge is monitored during normal opera- tion. If the state of charge reaches certain thresholds the following messages will also be displayed on the cluster: •...
Page 33 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 31 NOTE: The limited power mode can also be activated if the NOTE: At 0% state of charge or below the following high voltage battery temperature is to high or to low. features will be disabled if in use: •...
Page 34 32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Visual Indicator The charge indicator represents the current state of charge for the high voltage battery. The charge indicator Additionally the vehicle is equipped with a visual charge lights quickly to identify the battery state of charge while indicator.
Page 35: A Word About Your Keys
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 33 A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho- The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key transmitter with an integrated key.
Page 36 34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, place the transmission into PARK, and remove the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Page 37: Locking Doors With A Key
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 35 Key-In-Ignition Reminder WARNING! (Continued) Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition Do not leave children or animals inside parked and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK, sounds a vehicles in hot weather.
Page 38: Replacement Keys
36 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: A key which has not been programmed is also Replacement Keys considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
Page 39: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 37 General Information The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. •...
Page 40: To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate To Lock The Doors And Liftgate Press and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit- transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice, ter to lock all doors and the liftgate.
Page 41: General Information
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 39 General Information If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 1.
Page 42 40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 1. Press the mechanical key release button and release 2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the Key Fob the mechanical key to access the battery case screw using a small screwdriver. located on the side of the Key Fob.
Page 43: Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 41 3. Take out the battery case. Remove and replace the DOOR LOCKS battery observing its polarity. The door locks can be manually locked or unlocked from inside the vehicle by using the door handle. If the door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle (indicating locked) when the door is closed, the door will lock.
Page 44 42 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is • Do not leave children or animals inside parked dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Page 45: Power Door Locks
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 43 Power Door Locks A power door lock switch is incorporated into the door handle. Push or pull the handle to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. If the door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle (indicating locked) when the door is closed, the door will lock.
Page 46: Power Windows
44 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accor- dance with local laws. POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches There are single window controls located on the shifter bezel, below the climate controls, which operate the driver and passenger door windows.
Page 47: Liftgate
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 45 Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions.
Page 48: Occupant Restraints
46 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • All seat belt systems (except the driver’s) include OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Automatic Locking Retractors (ALRs), which lock the Some of the most important safety features in your seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt vehicle are the restraint systems: all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the •...
Page 49 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47 Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the You should read the instructions provided with your risk of harm from a deploying air bag: child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 1.
Page 50 48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled with your seat belt to restrain you properly.
Page 51: Lap/Shoulder Belts
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 49 Lap/Shoulder Belts WARNING! (Continued) All the seating positions in your vehicle are equipped • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your with combination lap/shoulder belts. vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
Page 52 50 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) • Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.
Page 53 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 51 WARNING! • A belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal inju- ries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you.
Page 54 52 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of you from injury during a collision. You are more internal injury in a collision.
Page 55: Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53 6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ tion.
Page 56: Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions
54 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage: The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR) Only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably which are used to secure a child restraint system.
Page 57: Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (Alr) - If Equipped
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 55 Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode Equipped Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency)
Page 58: Energy Management Feature
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Energy Management Feature NOTE: These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be This vehicle has a safety belt system with an Energy worn snugly and positioned properly.
Page 59: Seat Belt Extender
The BeltAlertt warning sequence begins if the driver’s BeltAlert® can be enabled or disabled by your autho- seat belt has not been buckled within 5 seconds of rized studio. FIAT Group Automobiles does not recom- starting the vehicle and the vehicle speed greater than mend deactivating BeltAlert®.
Page 60: Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
58 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags WARNING! This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the Using a seat belt extender when not needed can in- driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat crease the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 61 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 59 The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to allow the air bags to have different inflation levels based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation level of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position.
Page 62: Advanced Front Air Bag Features
60 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE • Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB). The SAB are marked with an air bag • Knee Impact Bolster label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats. •...
Page 63 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 61 Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) WARNING! Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) provide • No objects should be placed over or near the air enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a bag on the instrument panel, because any such side impact.
Page 64 62 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam between the front and side of the seat’s trim cover. Each air bag deploys independently; a left side impact deploys the left air bag only and a right-side impact deploys the right air bag only.
Page 65 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- WARNING! (Continued) brated to deploy the Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) • Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do and SABIC during impacts that require air bag occupant not have any accessory items installed which will protection.
Page 66: Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
64 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Knee Impact Bolster The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required. The Knee Impact Bolster helps protect the knees of the Based on the impact sensor’s signals, a central electronic front passenger, and position the front occupant for the ORC deploys the Advanced Front Air Bags, Supplemen-...
Page 67 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 65 The Advanced Front Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all colli- Side Knee Air Bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, sions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, including some that may produce substantial vehicle away from an inflating air bag.
Page 68 66 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the Driver And Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag system, it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either Inflator Units momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound The Driver and Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag if the light comes on again after initial startup.
Page 69 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 67 The Advanced Front Air Bag gas is vented through the Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) vent holes in the sides of the air bag. In this way, the air Inflator Units bags do not interfere with your control of the vehicle.
Page 70 68 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain blink your eyes) with enough force to injure you if you (SABIC) Inflator Units are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side curtain air bag During collisions where the impact is confined to a inflates.
Page 71 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 69 Enhanced Accident Response System In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road the transmission must be in NEUTRAL and the 12 Volt In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if system must be functional.
Page 72 70 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation or all of the following may occur: continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s in- •...
Page 73 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 71 Maintaining Your Air Bag System WARNING! (Continued) • Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag WARNING! system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may • Modifications to any part of the air bag system not function properly if modifications are made.
Page 74: Event Data Recorder (Edr)
72 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Air Bag Warning Light NOTE: If the speedometer, or any electric vehicle related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Control- You will want to have the air bags ready to ler (ORC) may also be disabled. The air bags may not be inflate for your protection in a collision.
Page 75 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 73 vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle non-trivial crash situation occurs;...
Page 76: Child Restraints
74 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Child Restraints Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all Standards.
Page 77 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 75 Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles Child Size, Height, Weight or Age Recommended Type of Child Restraint Infants and Toddlers Children who are two years old or younger Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible and who have not reached the height or Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear weight limits of their child restraint...
Page 78 76 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Infants And Child Restraints infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rearward-facing until they reach Safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they child seat.
Page 79 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 77 Older Children And Child Restraints WARNING! Children who are two years old or who have outgrown • Improper installation can lead to failure of an their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- infant or child restraint.
Page 80 78 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Children Too Large For Booster Seats 4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach? Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend 5.
Page 81 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 79 Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint Type Combined Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below Weight of the LATCH – Seat Belt Only LATCH – Seat Belt + Top Child + Child Lower Anchors Lower Anchors Tether Anchor...
Page 82 80 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- Restraint System age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH- equipped child seats.
Page 83 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 81 LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • Top Tether Anchorage Symbol...
Page 84 82 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE What is the weight limit (child’s weight + 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LATCH anchorage system until weight of the child restraint) for using the the combined weight of the child and the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg).
Page 85 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 83 Can two child restraints be attached using Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with a common lower LATCH anchorage? two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to in- stall a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchor-...
Page 86 84 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Locating The LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
Page 87 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 85 Locating The LATCH Anchorages Center Seat LATCH In addition, there are tether strap anchorages WARNING! behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. This vehicle does not have a center seating position. Do not use the center lower LATCH anchorages to LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be install a child seat in the center of the back seat.
Page 88 86 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 2. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the 6. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint tether strap of the child seat so that you can more rearward and downward into the seat.
Page 89 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 87 buckle the seat belt behind the child restraint and out of Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat the child’s reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with Belt the child restraint installation, instead of buckling it The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the equipped with either a Switchable Automatic Locking...
Page 90 88 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems for Installing Child Restraints in this Vehicle...
Page 91 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 89 What is the weight limit (child’s weight + Weight limit of the Always use the tether anchor when using weight of the child restraint) for using the Child Restraint the seat belt to install a forward facing child Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a restraint, up to the recommended weight forward facing child restraint?
Page 92 90 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Installing A Child Restraint with a Switchable 5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor.
Page 93 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 91 8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the Installing A Child Restraint With A Cinching seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect Latch Plate (CINCH) — If Equipped the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether 1.
Page 94 92 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the If the buckle or the cinching latch plate is too close to the lap portion around the child restraint while you push belt path opening of the child restraint, you may have the child restraint rearward and downward into the trouble tightening the seat belt.
Page 95 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 93 Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether 3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to Anchorage the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram. 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage.
Page 96: Safety Tips
94 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to • Do not leave children or animals inside parked increased head motion and possible injury to the vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may child.
Page 97: Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 95 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The not lit during starting, see your authorized studio. If the Vehicle light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized studio. Seat Belts Defroster Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,...
Page 98 96 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- been removed for cleaning.
Page 99: Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 97 Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside Lights The Vehicle Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn Tires signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear panel.
Page 101: Understanding The Features Of Your Vehicle
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS MIRRORS ......102 The Hands-Free Kit ....107 Inside Day/Night Mirror .
Page 102 100 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ..121 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ..128 LIGHTS ......123 Front Windshield Wiper Operation .
Page 103 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101 Rear Park Assist Alerts....136 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ...144 Failure Indications .
Page 104: Mirrors
102 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window. Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Page 105: Automatic Dimming Mirror - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 103 Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated.
Page 106: Power Mirrors
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Power Mirrors The power mirror controls consist of a mirror select switch and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a The power mirror controls are located on the driver’s mirror, press the mirror select switch to either the L (left) door trim panel.
Page 107: Folding Mirrors
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 Spotter Mirror — If Equipped Folding Mirrors Some models are equipped with a driver’s side spotter The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to mirror. The spotter mirror allows for a greater range of pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage.
Page 108: Sun Visors
The sun visor can be Overview rotated downward or up against the door glass. Both sun Windows Mobile™-based FIAT BLUE&ME™ is a per- visors are equipped with courtesy mirrors. sonal telematic system enabling you to use communica- tion and entertainment applications expressly designed for use in the car.
Page 109: The Hands-Free Kit
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 107 having to take your eyes off the road or remove your The Hands-Free Kit hands from the steering wheel. To use voice commands The basic characteristic of this hands-free kit is voice you are not required to train the voice recognition system recognition with Bluetooth®...
Page 110 108 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE your mobile phone manually and visually using the For further details on the mobile phones supported by steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi- BLUE&ME™, refer to section BLUE&ME™ SUPPORTED function display. MOBILE PHONES.
Page 111 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 109 • Once your phone is paired, you have the option to When you are travelling, you can interact with transfer your mobile phone contacts to the hands-free BLUE&ME™ by using the buttons on the steering wheel or kit, to make a phone call either by using the contacts voice commands relevant only to phone functions (LAST list or directly pronouncing the phone number, to...
Page 112 110 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • To Call The SMS Text Sender — call directly the last • Refusing Incoming Call Or Ending A Call — you can SMS text sender or the sender of a message received refuse an incoming call or end a current call by pressing and stored in the BLUE&ME™...
Page 113 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111 • To manage the list of SMS texts received on your was connected with the BLUE&ME™ system. The message reader will also interpret any abbreviation and emoticon BLUE&ME™ paired mobile phone. contained in the SMS text. •...
Page 114 112 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Playback Options — while playing tracks you can Media Player select the following options: Play, Stop, Next track, With the BLUE&ME™ media player you can play, the Previous track, Shuffle and Loop track. digital audio files stored on a USB device by simply connecting it to the USB port located in the glove box of NOTE:...
Page 115 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 113 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep the User’s Guide in the car: when kept in the • Operating certain parts of this system while driv- car, the User’s Guide will be a ready reference for ing can distract your attention away from the road, you and other users unfamiliar with the system.
Page 116: Seats
114 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE SEATS Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment Seats are a part of the Occupant Restraint System of the Your vehicle may be equipped with either an adjusting vehicle. handle or adjusting bar that is located at the front of the seats, near the floor.
Page 117: Recline Adjustment
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 115 While sitting in the seat, lift up on the adjusting handle or Recline Adjustment bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the The recline adjustment lever is located on the inboard adjusting handle or bar once the desired position is side of the seat.
Page 118: Seat Height Adjustment
116 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Seat Height Adjustment The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat.
Page 119: Ez Entry Feature
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 117 EZ Entry Feature Lift the seatback upright and push the seat rearward to its locked position once the rear passengers are seated. The driver and front passenger seats have an EZ entry feature for rear seat passengers. Pull forward on the Memory Feature release lever, located on the outboard side of the seatback, The driver seat also has a memory feature, which can...
Page 120: Heated Seats - If Equipped
118 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Memory Function Option 2 — Seat Back Only Press the switch once to turn on the heated Memory: seats. Press the switch a second time to shut the heating elements off. After using the EZ entry function, the seat back may first be returned upright prior to going back to the last NOTE: Once a heat setting is selected, heat will be felt fore/aft (memory) position on the tracks.
Page 121: Head Restraints
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 119 WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! • Do not place anything on the seat or seatback that The head restraints for all occupants must be prop- insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. erly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occu- This may cause the seat heater to overheat.
Page 122 120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head The Reactive Head Restraints will automatically return to restraint. To lower the head restraint, press the push their normal position following a rear impact. If the button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push Reactive Head Restraints do not return to their normal downward on the head restraint.
Page 123: To Open And Close The Hood
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 121 Rear Head Restraints TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head re- To open the hood, two latches must be released. straint. To lower the head restraint, press the push button, 1.
Page 124 122 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 2. Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the In hot climates, the prop rod may be hot. Pick up the prop hood, near the center, and raise the hood. rod at the foam on the end of the prop rod. WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle.
Page 125: Lights
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 123 LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals. NOTE: The external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Page 126: High Beams
124 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE High Beams Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped With the low beams activated, push the multi- To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the function lever towards the instrument panel to end of the multifunction lever to the O symbol. turn on the high beams.
Page 127: Lane Change Assist
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 125 Lane Change Assist Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatically turn off. Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time.
Page 128: Interior Lights
126 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Deactivation CAUTION! Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the and hold it for more than two seconds. switch is in the center position or that the lights are Interior Lights off to avoid draining the battery.
Page 129: Front Fog Lights - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 127 When the doors are unlocked with Key Fob a 10 second timer is activated. When the doors are locked with the Key Fob the lights will turn off. Interior Light Timing (On/Right Position) •...
Page 130: Windshield Wipers And Washers
128 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. NOTE: The windshield wipers/washers will only oper- ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position. Front Windshield Wiper Operation There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers.
Page 131 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 129 NOTE: The Intermittent function only has one detent Front Windshield Washer Operation but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed. Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the As vehicle speed increases the delay time will decrease. steering wheel to activate the washers.
Page 132: Rear Windshield Wiper
130 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! (Continued) • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Page 133: Tilt Steering Column - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 131 Rear Windshield Washer Operation Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the instrument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released.
Page 134: Electronic Speed Control
132 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death.
Page 135: To Activate
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 133 To Activate To Set A Desired Speed Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system has reached the desired speed, press the SET (-) button off, push the ON/OFF button a second time.
Page 136: To Resume Speed
134 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Resume Speed To decrease speed while the Electronic Speed Control is set, push the SET (-) button. If the button is continually To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) held in the SET (-) position, the set speed will continue to button and release.
Page 137: Rear Park Assist - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 135 Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indica- NOTE: The Electronic Speed Control system maintains tion of the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and speed up and down hills.
Page 138: Rear Park Assist Sensors
136 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Rear Park Assist Sensors Rear Park Assist Alerts The four Rear Park Assist sensors, located in the rear If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when REVERSE is fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that selected, an audible alert is activated.
Page 139 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 137 Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present Audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) • Sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the within the sensors’...
Page 140 138 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE • Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors regularly, taking Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water, car wash not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or soap and a soft cloth.
Page 141 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 139 CAUTION! WARNING! • Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when unable to recognize every obstacle, including small using the Rear Park Assist system. Always check obstacles.
Page 142: Failure Indications
140 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE Failure Indications WARNING! (Continued) A malfunction of the Rear Park Assist sensors or system • Before using the Rear Park Assist system, it is is indicated, during REVERSE engagement, by the instru- strongly recommended that the ball mount and ment panel warning icon.
Page 143: Power Sunroof - If Equipped
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 141 NOTE: The instrument cluster will NOT display any WARNING! message if the bumper sensors are dirty. • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED the ignition switch (or with the ignition in the The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead Accessory or Run position, for vehicles equipped console.
Page 144: To Open
142 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE To Open Wind Buffeting Press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the the vented position.
Page 145: Emergency Operation
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 143 Emergency Operation In case of electrical failure the sunroof can be operated with the hex wrench that is located in the glove box. There is a plug located in the rear of the sunroof opening at the center of the vehicle.
Page 146: Electrical Power Outlets
144 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS Power is available when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or START position. Insert the cigar lighter or There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet, accessory plug into the outlet for use. To preserve the located in the floor console, for added convenience.
Page 147 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 145 WARNING! To avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. •...
Page 148: Cigar Lighter - If Equipped
146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw WARNING! power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in When the cigar lighter is in use it becomes very hot. To use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Page 149 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 147 For rear passengers, there are cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats. Front Cupholders Rear Cupholders...
Page 150: Storage
148 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE STORAGE CARGO AREA FEATURES The rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow Glove Box Compartment increased cargo capacity. The glove box is located on the right side of the instru- ment panel. Pull outward on the door latch to open the Push down the release button, located at the outboard glove box.
Page 151 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 149 Rear Seat Release Buttons Folded Rear Seats...
Page 152: Rear Window Features
150 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE REAR WINDOW FEATURES CAUTION! Rear Window Defroster Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to The rear window defroster button is located in the the heating elements: center of the instrument panel, below the radio. •...
Page 153: Understanding Your Instrument Panel
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..153 SALES CODE (RAB) RADIO ....169 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ....154 Introduction .
Page 154 152 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD Player ......189 CD Player Operation ....197 CD MP3 Player .
Page 155: Instrument Panel Features
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 153 INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES 1 — Side Vent 6 — Storage Compartment 11 — Power Window Controls 2 — Multifunction Lever – Light Control 7 — Passenger Air Bag 12 — Heated Seat Controls/Front Fog Light Control 3 —...
Page 156: Instrument Cluster
154 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...
Page 157: Instrument Cluster Descriptions
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 155 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 3. Brake Warning Light 1. Seat Belt Reminder Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/ application. If the Brake Warning Light turns RUN, this light will turn on if the driver’s seat belt on it may indicate that the parking brake is is unbuckled, a chime will sound.
Page 158 156 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System 4. Rear Defrost Button (ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Press and release this button to turn on the rear Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the window defroster.
Page 159 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 157 6. Vehicle Break-in/Indicator CAUTION! (Continued) This indicator will illuminate when the Vehicle Theft • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive Alarm system has detected an attempt was made to break window cleaners on the interior surface of the into the vehicle.
Page 160 158 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 9. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation / 10. Electronic Stability Control OFF (ESC OFF) Indi- Malfunction Indicator Light cator Light The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con- Light in the instrument cluster will come on for trol system (ESC) has been turned off by the four seconds when the ignition switch is driver.
Page 161 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 159 13. Regenerative Brake System Light 16. Plugged In Indicator If the light turns on and remains on while This green indicator will illuminate when the driving, it suggests that there is a potential vehicle is plugged in and being charged. problem with the Regenerative Brake System (RBS) and the need for system service.
Page 162 160 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 19. Electronic Speed Control ON 22. Charging System Light This telltale will illuminate amber when the This light shows the status of the electrical charg- electronic speed control is ON. For further infor- ing system. If the light stays on or comes on while mation, refer to “Electronic Speed Control”...
Page 163 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 161 23. Exterior Bulb Failure Indicator If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system This light will illuminate when there is a malfunction in is not functioning and that service is required.
Page 164 162 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not tires.) operating properly.
Page 165: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 163 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CAUTION! CENTER (EVIC) The TPMS has been optimized for the original The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea- equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the warning have been established for the tire size instrument cluster.
Page 166: Evic Control Buttons
164 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The EVIC consists of the following: • System Status • Vehicle Information Warning Message Displays • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Outside Temperature Display • Trip Computer Functions EVIC Control Buttons The EVIC control buttons are located on the right side of the Instrument Cluster.
Page 167: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic) Setup Menu
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 165 Press the + button to scroll upward through the dis- Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) played menu and the related options or to increase the Setup Menu displayed value. Press the – button to scroll downward The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a through the displayed menu and the related options or to cycle.
Page 168 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • Audio Display Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without Submenu: • Battery % Display 1. Briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the main • Auto Door Lock menu option to set. •...
Page 169: Trip Computer
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 167 3. Briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the Trip Button displayed submenu option and to open the relevant The TRIP button, located on the right steering column stalk. setup menu. 4. Press the + or – button (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu option.
Page 170 168 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL The User-Selectable options are: “Trip A” can be used to display the figures relating to: • distance • Instant Consumption (Kilowatts) • avg. energy • Trip A • avg. speed • Trip B • elapsed time (driving time). •...
Page 171: Sales Code (Rab) Radio
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 169 NOTE: The range depends on several factors: driving SALES CODE (RAB) RADIO style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads, etc.), conditions of use of the car (load, tire pressure, etc.). Trip planning must take into account the above notes. Distance Travelled This value shows the distance covered since the last reset.
Page 172: Suggestions
170 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL If the radio has BLUE&ME™, refer to the appropriate WARNING! “BLUE&ME™ User’s Manual” for further information. Having the volume turned up high can cause the The instructions for use are given below and we recom- driver to not be able to hear important traffic sounds, mend you to read them carefully.
Page 173 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 171 • Do not expose CDs to direct sunlight, high tempera- tures or moisture for long periods. The presence of dirt, scratches or distortions on the CDs • Do not stick labels on the CD surface or write on the could cause skipping and poor sound quality while it is playing.
Page 174: Technical Specifications
172 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • If a copy-protected CD is used, it may take a few seconds • Two 100 mm diameter full range speakers, one speaker before the system starts to play it. The CD player cannot in each of the rear side panels. be guaranteed to play all protected discs.
Page 175: Quick Guide
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 173 Quick Guide Radio Controls BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE Short button press Long button press TUNER AM, FM, SAT (if equipped) source selection Short repeated button press A-B-C Cycles A, B, C presets for AM, FM, SAT Short repeated button press (if equipped) MEDIA...
Page 176 174 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE (Information Song, Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist, Folder information (if available) in CD, Media Button) Player and Satellite (if so equipped); Toggles RBDS information in FM MENU Advanced functions adjustment Menu activation: short button press Adjustment type selection: press Adjustment of values: press +Vol/–Vol...
Page 177: General Information
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 175 BUTTON RADIO FUNCTIONS MODE 1 2 3 4 5 Current radio station storing Long button press for memory preset 1 to 5 respectively Stored station recall Short button press for memory preset 1 to 5 respectively BUTTON CD FUNCTIONS...
Page 178 176 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • SPEED VOLUME function: Customer selectable auto- WARNING! matic volume adjustment depending on the car speed On multimedia CDs, besides audio tracks, there are • Automatic Stereo/Mono selection data tracks too. Playing this type of CD could cause CD Section hissing at a volume that could jeopardize road safety as well as causing damage to the final stages and the...
Page 179: Functions And Adjustments
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 177 • MP3 Display function: display of folder name, ID3- Functions And Adjustments TAG information, time elapsed since the start of the Turning The Car Radio On track, name of the file The car radio comes on when the (ON/OFF) button is •...
Page 180 178 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Selecting The CD Function When the volume level is changed using the dedicated controls, the Mute function is deactivated and the vol- By briefly pressing the MEDIA button, the CD audio ume is adjusted to the new level selected. source can be selected (only if a CD is loaded).
Page 181 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 179 The current status of the selected function appears on the Tone Adjustment display. Proceed as follows: The functions managed by the Audio Menu are: 1. Press AUDIO button. • BASS (Bass adjustment) 2. Press the button to select “Bass”...
Page 182 180 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 3. Press the button to increase the sound from the left By pressing the buttons briefly, the levels will speakers or the button to increase the sound from change progressively. By pressing them down longer, the the right speakers.
Page 183 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 181 Preset/User*/Classic/Rock/Jazz Functions — If When one of the equalizer adjustments is activated the Equipped wording “EQ” lights up. The built-in equalizer can be activated/deactivated. When *User EQ Settings Function — If Equipped the equalizer function is off, the audio settings can only be To set a personalized equalizer adjustment: changed by adjusting the “Bass”...
Page 184 182 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • System Reset Menu • Speed Volume MENU Button Functions • On Volume Limit Press the MENU button briefly to activate the Menu function. Press the MENU button again to exit the Menu function. Use the buttons to scroll through the menu Speed Volume Function —...
Page 185 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 183 On Volume Limit Use the buttons to change the setting. This function makes it possible to activate/deactivate the NOTE: maximum volume limit when turning the radio on. • Using the Menu it is only possible to adjust the The display shows the function status: activation/deactivation of the function and not the minimum or maximum volume value.
Page 186: Radio
184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL • “Radio off: 20 min” — The radio turns off indepen- Radio dently from the ignition key; the radio remains on for (Tuner) Introduction a maximum period of 20 minutes after the key has When the car radio is turned on, the last function that been turned to the STOP position.
Page 187 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 185 Each time the button is pressed the following bands are To listen to a preset station, select the desired frequency selected cyclically: band and then briefly press the corresponding preset button (from 1 to 5). •...
Page 188: Siriusxm™ Satellite Radio - If Equipped
186 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Manual Tuning SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio — If Equipped This is used to manually search for stations in the Satellite Radio Antenna — If Equipped preselected band. The antenna for the satellite radio is mounted on the roof Select the desired frequency band and then press briefly of the vehicle.
Page 189 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 187 The biggest and most compelling names in talk with SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio Program Types Howard Stern and Martha Stewart, laugh-out-loud com- Program Types can be selected by pressing the edy with Jamie Foxx’s The Foxxhole and Blue Collar buttons.
Page 190 Re-Subscribe To SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio CAUTION! New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free Neither SIRIUS nor FIAT is responsible for any limited time subscription to SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio errors in accuracies in the SIRIUS data services or its with their radio.
Page 191: Understanding Your Instrument Panel Cd Player
CD Player Selection The following are instructions for retrieving the Elec- To activate the CD player built into the equipment, tronic Serial Number (ESN) from FIAT 500 NAFTA model proceed as follows: radios: • Load a CD with the equipment switched on. The first To retrieve the ESN of SIRIUS Satellite Receiver Module track will start to play.
Page 192 190 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL It is advisable to use original CDs to ensure optimal Press the button with the radio turned on, to activate playing. If CD-R/RWs are used, we recommend using the motorized CD ejection system. After ejection, the last good quality media that are burned at the slowest speed audio source listened to before playing the CD will be possible.
Page 193 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 191 A CD which cannot be read will not be ejected until these If the track has been played for more than 3 seconds, functions are over. At the end, with the CD mode pressing the button, starts the track again from the activated, the display will show the wording “CD Disc beginning.
Page 194: Cd Mp3 Player
192 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL CD MP3 Player The specifications and operating conditions for playing MP3 files are the following: Introduction • The CD-ROMs used should be burned in accordance This chapter describes the operation of the CD MP3 with ISO standard 9660. player.
Page 195 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 193 Selecting MP3 Sessions With Hybrid Discs When one of the ID3-TAG pieces of information is chosen to be displayed (Title, Artist, Album) and this informa- If a hybrid disc is inserted (Mixed Mode, Enhanced, tion has not been recorded for the track played, the text CD-Extra) also containing MP3 files, the radio automati- UNKNOWN will be displayed for that field.
Page 196: Troubleshooting
194 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Structure Of The Folders Source Can Not Be Selected The radio with MP3 player: Nothing has been loaded. Load the CD or the MP3 CD to be listened to. • Recognizes only the folders that effectively contain MP3 format files CD Player •...
Page 197: Ipod®/Usb/Media Player Control - If
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 195 MP3 File Reading Personal/Portable Navigation Device (PND) — If Equipped Track Skips While Playing Mp3 Files A Personal/Portable Navigation Device (PND) is avail- The CD is scratched or dirty. able as optional equipment for this vehicle, refer to the The Duration Of The Mp3 Tracks Is Not Correctly Navigation User Guide for further information.
Page 198: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
196 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. 1 — iPod® Or External USB Device Holder 2 —...
Page 199: Radio Operation
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 197 The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a Radio Operation pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and Pressing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom will “Seek”...
Page 200: Operating Instructions - Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped)
198 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. (If Equipped) 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. Refer to the appropriate Blue&Me™ User’s Manual for 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become further information.
Page 201: Climate Controls
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 199 CLIMATE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) • The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) allows the occupant to select a comfort settings. •...
Page 202 200 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. AUTO Temperature Control (ATC) Button 4. Blower Control Up Button Controls airflow, temperature, distribution, and air recircu- There are 12 blower speeds. The blower speed increases as lation automatically. Press and release to select. Performing you press this button.
Page 203 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 201 7. Floor Mode 9. Blower Control Down Button Air is directed through the floor outlets with a small There are 12 blower speeds. The blower speed decreases amount flowing through the defrost and side window as you press this button.
Page 204 202 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL NOTE: 3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the settings. You will experi- When in Defrost mode, the Recirculation button will ence the greatest efficiency by simply allowing the flash if pressed.
Page 205 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 203 Manual Operation The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by pressing the blower control up or down buttons. The fan This system offers a full complement of manual override will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds features.
Page 206 204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Floor Mode Defrost Mode Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount Air comes from the windshield and side window of air is directed through the defrost and side demister outlets. Use Defrost mode with maxi- window demister outlets.
Page 207 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 205 NOTE: NOTE: Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) will au- tomatically adjust the climate control settings to reduce • If the system is in Mix or Defrost Mode, the A/C can or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. be turned off, but the A/C system shall remain active When this occurs, recirculation will be unavailable.
Page 208 206 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a Winter Operation non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works When operating the system during the winter months, very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette make sure the air intake, located directly in front of the smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows.
Page 209 STARTING AND OPERATING CONTENTS STARTING PROCEDURES ....210 DRIVING THROUGH WATER ... . .219 Single-Speed Transmission ....210 Flowing/Rising Water .
Page 210 208 STARTING AND OPERATING Traction Control System (TCS) ... .227 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation ..245 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..228 Radial Ply Tires .
Page 211 STARTING AND OPERATING 209 Premium TPM System ....256 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) ....260 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings .
Page 212: Starting Procedures
“READY” indicator in the EVIC will illumi- dren should be warned not to touch the parking nate to indicate the 500e’s Electric Drive System has brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. started. When the “READY” indicator is illuminated •...
Page 213: Single-Speed Transmission
SINGLE–SPEED TRANSMISSION Your 500e uses a Single-Speed Transmission to direct the output from the electric motor. The single-speed trans- mission is operated using push-buttons instead of a traditional shift lever.
Page 214 212 STARTING AND OPERATING The push-buttons are located on the lower instrument CAUTION! panel. Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • Place the transmission into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop. •...
Page 215 STARTING AND OPERATING 213 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with • Only place the transmission into gear when your access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to foot is firmly pressing the brake pedal. be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a •...
Page 216: Key Ignition Park Interlock
214 STARTING AND OPERATING Key Ignition Park Interlock PARK This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- This range supplements the parking brake by locking the lock which requires the transmission to be in PARK transmission. The vehicle can be started in this range. before the ignition switch can be turned to the OFF Never attempt to use PARK while the vehicle is in position.
Page 217 STARTING AND OPERATING 215 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, parking brake. Always apply the parking brake you should never exit a vehicle while the vehicle is fully when parked to guard against vehicle move- in “ready mode”.
Page 218 216 STARTING AND OPERATING NEUTRAL WARNING! (Continued) The vehicle may be started in this gear range. Apply the • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with parking brake and place the transmission into PARK if access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to you must leave the vehicle.
Page 219: Auto Park
STARTING AND OPERATING 217 Auto Park is enabled under the following conditions: CAUTION! • Key On (12 Volt ON and High Voltage OFF) or READY Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other mode (12 Volt ON and High Voltage ON). reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause •...
Page 220: Driving On Slippery Surfaces
218 STARTING AND OPERATING Mode of operation with Key OFF: WARNING! Auto Park will be engaged when the transmission is in Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. DRIVE, NEUTRAL or REVERSE and the vehicle speed is Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the less than 2 mph (3 km/h).
Page 221: Driving Through Water
STARTING AND OPERATING 219 To reduce this possibility, the following precautions DRIVING THROUGH WATER should be observed: Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent 1. Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are damage to your vehicle.
Page 222: Shallow Standing Water
220 STARTING AND OPERATING Shallow Standing Water CAUTION! (Continued) Although your vehicle is capable of driving through • Driving through standing water may cause damage shallow standing water, consider the following Caution to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always and Warning before doing so. inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., transmission, coolant, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid CAUTION!
Page 223: Power Steering
STARTING AND OPERATING 221 CAUTION! (Continued) WARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- Continued operation with reduced or no power steer- cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping ing assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and distances. Therefore, after driving through stand- others.
Page 224: Parking Brake
222 STARTING AND OPERATING If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE PARKING BRAKE POWER STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is displayed Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking the EVIC screen, they indicate the vehicle needs to be brake is fully applied.
Page 225 STARTING AND OPERATING 223 from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. WARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. •...
Page 226: Brake System
224 STARTING AND OPERATING BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING! (Continued) In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for • Be sure the parking brake is fully disengaged before example; repeated brake applications with the vehicle driving; failure to do so can lead to brake failure and off), the brakes will still function.
Page 227: Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 225 Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) WARNING! The Four-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in • Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con- effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping ditions.
Page 228: Electronic Brake Control System
226 STARTING AND OPERATING When you are in a severe braking condition involving the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop as This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control the vehicle comes to a stop. This is the result of the under adverse braking conditions.
Page 229: Traction Control System (Tcs)
STARTING AND OPERATING 227 benefit of the system, you must apply continuous brak- Traction Control System (TCS) ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of “pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure the driven wheels.
Page 230: Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
228 STARTING AND OPERATING Electronic Stability Control (ESC) NOTE: The ESC Off switch is located on the instrument panel. This system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor- WARNING! rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot prevent counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi-...
Page 231 STARTING AND OPERATING 229 ESC Operating Modes NOTE: To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or The ESC system has two available operating modes. gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode Full On by pressing the switch.
Page 232: Esc Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And Esc Off Indicator Light
230 STARTING AND OPERATING ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light also ESC OFF Indicator Light flashes when TCS is active. If the ESC Activation/ Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during accel- The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator eration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little Light in the instrument cluster will come on throttle as possible.
Page 233: Regenerative Braking
Regenerative Braking TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION Tire Markings Your 500e has a Regenerative Braking System (RBS). The RBS increases the fuel economy of the vehicle, particu- larly in stop-and-go city traffic. The electric motors which propel the vehicle forward can operate as generators when braking.
Page 234 232 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE: tires is the same as for P-Metric tires except for the letters “LT” that are molded into the sidewall preced- • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. ing the size designation. Example: LT235/85R16. design standards.
Page 235 STARTING AND OPERATING 233 Tire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ..blank..= Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.S. design standards T or S = Temporary spare tire 31 = Overall diameter in inches (in) 215 = Section width in millimeters (mm)
Page 236 234 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions —...
Page 237: Tire Identification Number (Tin)
STARTING AND OPERATING 235 Tire Identification Number (TIN) Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, the outboard side, then you will find it on the inboard however, the date code may only be on one side.
Page 238: Tire Terminology And Definitions
236 STARTING AND OPERATING EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) —01 means the year 2001 — Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured.
Page 239: Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
STARTING AND OPERATING 237 Term Definition Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressure as Pressure shown on the tire placard. Tire Placard A paper label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle’s loading capacity, the original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures.
Page 240 238 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total weight your vehicle can carry 3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Page 241 STARTING AND OPERATING 239 NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and rear 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occu- axles must not be exceeded. For further information on pants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or GAWRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, refer to XXX kg”...
Page 242 240 STARTING AND OPERATING 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of NOTE: cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if • The following table shows examples on how to calcu- “XXX” amount equals 700 lbs (317 kg) and there will late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities be four 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the of your vehicle with varying seating configurations...
Page 243 STARTING AND OPERATING 241...
Page 244: Tires - General Information
242 STARTING AND OPERATING Safety WARNING! WARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the cause collisions. recommended load capacity for your vehicle.
Page 245: Tire Inflation Pressures
STARTING AND OPERATING 243 stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of WARNING! (Continued) sluggish response or over responsiveness in the steering. • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle Unequal tire pressures can cause erratic and unpredict- to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the able steering response.
Page 246 244 STARTING AND OPERATING Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per CAUTION! 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- the winter.
Page 247: Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING 245 Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation Radial Ply Tires The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds WARNING! within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle...
Page 248: Summer Or Three Season Tires - If Equipped
246 STARTING AND OPERATING the tire sidewall. Use all season tires only in sets of four; If you need snow tires, select tires equivalent in size and failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and type to the original equipment tires. Use snow tires only handling of your vehicle.
Page 249: Tire Spinning
STARTING AND OPERATING 247 Tire Spinning Tread Wear Indicators When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or to help you in determining when your tires should be for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- replaced.
Page 250: Life Of Tire
248 STARTING AND OPERATING These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread WARNING! grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced.
Page 251: Replacement Tires
STARTING AND OPERATING 249 Replacement Tires It is recommended to replace the two front tires or two rear tires as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously The tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a characteristics.
Page 252 250 STARTING AND OPERATING WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Never use a tire with a smaller load index or • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than capacity, other than what was originally equipped that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations on your vehicle.
Page 253: Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
STARTING AND OPERATING 251 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) CAUTION! Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clear- To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the ance. Follow these recommendations to guard against dam- following precautions: age. • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires •...
Page 254: Tire Rotation Recommendations
252 STARTING AND OPERATING TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION! (Continued) The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at • Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave- different loads and perform different steering, driving, ment. and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at •...
Page 255: Premium Tire Pressure Monitor System
STARTING AND OPERATING 253 The front and rear tires are different sizes and cannot be PREMIUM TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM used in place of each other. Rotate the tires “side-to-side” The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the as shown in the diagram. driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold placard pressure.
Page 256 254 STARTING AND OPERATING The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if For example, your vehicle may have a recommended the tire pressure falls below the low-pressure warning cold (parked for more than three hours) placard pressure limit for any reason, including low temperature effects of 33 psi (227 kPa).
Page 257 STARTING AND OPERATING 255 NOTE: CAUTION! • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care • The TPMS has been optimized for the original and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and failure or condition.
Page 258: Premium Tpm System
256 STARTING AND OPERATING • It is particularly important for you to check the tire Premium TPM System pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle monthly and The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses wireless to maintain the proper pressure. technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to •...
Page 259: Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
STARTING AND OPERATING 257 Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings The “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will illuminate in the instrument cluster and a chime will sound when tire pressure is low in one or more of the four active road tires. In addition, the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will display a graphic show- ing the pressure values of each tire with the low tire pressure tire highlighted.
Page 260: Tpms Warning
258 STARTING AND OPERATING Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with low pressure to the vehicle’s recom- mended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will auto- matically update and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light”...
Page 261 STARTING AND OPERATING 259 • For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will NOTE: sound, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light” will • The TPMS will not monitor the pressure in a replace- flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid, ment tire installed without a tire pressure sensor.
Page 262: General Information
260 STARTING AND OPERATING General Information tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the follow- ing licenses: United States MRXC4W4MA4 Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and 2546A-C4W4MA4 1. RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: TRAILER TOWING •...
Page 263: Extending Your Driving Range Per Charge
• perform all scheduled maintenance at recommended during hot and cold days. If your 500e has been soaking in intervals...
Page 264: Driving Status Gauge
262 STARTING AND OPERATING Driving Status Gauge To help the driver extend the driving range of the high voltage battery your vehicle is equipped with a Driving Status Gauge. The gauge is located on the right side of the instrument cluster. The gauge contains three driving ranges: •...
Page 265: What To Do In Emergencies
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...264 JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE (12 VOLT BATTERY ONLY)....273 TIREFIT KIT .
Page 266: Hazard Warning Flashers
264 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS NOTE: With extended use, the Hazard Warning flashers may wear down your battery. The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio. TIREFIT KIT Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning Small punctures up to ¼”...
Page 267: Tirefit Storage
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 265 TIREFIT Storage TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation The TIREFIT kit is located in the rear cargo area. TIREFIT Components TIREFIT Location 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge...
Page 268: Tirefit Usage Precautions
266 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • When the TIREFIT sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, 4. Power Button and a damp cloth will remove the material from the 5. Mode Select Knob vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded.
Page 269 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 267 WARNING! WARNING! (Continued) • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the source. vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the •...
Page 270: Sealing A Tire With Tirefit
268 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ground. This will provide the best positioning of the kit WARNING! (Continued) when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician place the valve stem in this position before proceeding.
Page 271 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 269 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the tire. valve stem.
Page 272 270 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air pressure within 15 minutes: Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
Page 273 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 271 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the (D) Drive Vehicle: valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure location.
Page 274 272 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (E) After Driving: If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and to Use TIREFIT”...
Page 275: Jump-Starting Procedure (12 Volt Battery Only)
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 273 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in assembly at your authorized studio as soon as pos- the front of the housing.
Page 276: Preparations For Jump-Start
274 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, Preparations For Jump-Start follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and The battery in your vehicle is located in the underhood precautions. compartment under the compartment cover. To access the battery pull upward on the cover.
Page 277: Jump-Starting Procedure
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 275 3. Remove the protective cover over the positive (+) WARNING! battery post. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the switch is ON.
Page 278 276 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! Failure to follow these procedures could result in Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark or the discharged vehicle.
Page 279: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 277 8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper CAUTION! cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. Spinning the wheels may lead to transmission over- 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable heating and failure.
Page 280: Manual Park Release
278 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! WARNING! (Continued) longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop- • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
Page 281 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 279 In order to move the vehicle in cases where the transmis- sion will not shift out of PARK (such as a dead battery), a Manual Park Release is available. Follow these steps to use the Manual Park Release: •...
Page 282: Towing A Disabled Vehicle
280 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground SINGLE-SPEED TRANSMISSION Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED Wheel Lift Rear NOT ALLOWED Front Flatbed...
Page 283 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS UNDERHOOD COMPARTMENT ...283 Selection Of Coolant ....289 REPLACEMENT PARTS ....284 Adding Coolant.
Page 284 282 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Body Lubrication .....295 BULB REPLACEMENT ....312 Wiper Blades .
Page 285: Underhood Compartment
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 283 UNDERHOOD COMPARTMENT 1 — Battery Thermal Coolant Reservoir 4 — Fuses 2 — Power Electronics Coolant Reservoir 5 — Washer Fluid Reservoir 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir...
Page 286: Replacement Parts
284 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE REPLACEMENT PARTS NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil Use of genuine parts for normal/scheduled maintenance penalties being assessed against you. and repairs is highly recommended to ensure the de- signed performance.
Page 287: Maintenance Procedures
High Voltage components. mance. Immediately have potential malfunctions • Do not remove or replace any of the 500e System examined by an authorized studio or qualified components. All replacement or repairs of 500e repair center.
Page 288: Power Electronics And Battery Thermal Management Systems
286 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Power Electronics And Battery Thermal CAUTION! (Continued) Management Systems • Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids The Power Electronics and Battery Thermal Management that protect the performance and durability of your Systems are completely separate and designed to regu- vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- late temperature for the high voltage battery and the vals.
Page 289 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 287 Check the Power Electronics and Battery Thermal Man- agement Systems coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). Maintain coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a mini- mum of 50% MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technol- ogy) and distilled/deionized water for proper corrosion protection.
Page 290: Power Electronics And Battery Thermal Management Systems - Cooling Pressure Caps
288 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT PRESSURE WARNING! CAP WHEN THE COOLING SYSTEM IS HOT. You or others can be badly burned by hot coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.
Page 291: Selection Of Coolant
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 289 NOTE: Selection Of Coolant • The pressure caps on the reservoirs are unique and Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further information. rated at 5 PSI caps. • Use only Mopar® replacement parts. CAUTION! •...
Page 292: Adding Coolant
290 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Please review these recommendations for using Organic CAUTION! (Continued) Additive Technology (OAT) coolant (antifreeze). • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based coolant When adding coolant (antifreeze): (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be •...
Page 293: Power Electronics And Battery Thermal Management Systems - Drain, Flush And Refill
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 291 Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- CAUTION! tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area where It is recommended to have the cooling systems ser- the vehicle is operated.
Page 294: Points To Remember
292 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Make sure that the coolant control systems recovery Points To Remember bottles overflow hoses are not kinked or obstructed. If an examination of your underhood compartment • Keep the front of the coolant control systems clean. If shows no evidence of cooler or hose leaks, the vehicle may be safely driven.
Page 295 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 293 WARNING! (Continued) CAUTION! large amounts of water. Refer to “Jump-Starting • It is essential when replacing the cables on the Procedures” in “What To Do In Emergencies” for battery that the positive cable is attached to the further information.
Page 296: Air Conditioner Maintenance
294 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Air Conditioner Maintenance WARNING! For best possible performance, your air conditioner should • Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants be checked and serviced by an authorized studio at the approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- start of each warm season.
Page 297: Body Lubrication
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 295 Body Lubrication Wiper Blades Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate, windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge tailgate, sliding doors and hood hinges, should be lubri- or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner.
Page 298: Adding Washer Fluid
296 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending Brake System on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- In order to assure brake system performance, all brake mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, system components should be inspected periodically.
Page 299 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 297 Brake Master Cylinder NOTE: The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- when performing under hood services, or immediately if fer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Main- the “Brake Warning Light”...
Page 300 298 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! (Continued) WARNING! (Continued) • To avoid contamination from foreign matter or • Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be been in a tightly closed container.
Page 301: Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 299 Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of Protection Of Body And Paint From Corrosion paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geo- graphic locations and usage.
Page 302 300 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- Special Care lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR® Super Kleen Bug • If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive and Tar Remover to remove. near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once •...
Page 303 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 301 • If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertilizers, CAUTION! de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are well packaged and sealed. Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These •...
Page 304 302 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • For tough stains, apply MOPAR® Total Clean, or a Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular mild soap solution to a clean, damp cloth and remove cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt stain.
Page 305 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 303 Cleaning Headlights Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or the right rear quarter Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Page 306: Fuses
304 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Panel Bezels Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical CAUTION! solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- hicle, read the installation instructions carefully.
Page 307 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 305 hicle Cav- Mini Fuse Description Fuse Num- 7.5 Amp Right Low Beam Brown 5 Amp Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy Lights 5 Amp Instrument Panel Node Fuse Panel 20 Amp Central Door Locking Yellow...
Page 308 306 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE hicle hicle Cav- Mini Cav- Mini Fuse Description Fuse Description Fuse Fuse Num- Num- 10 Amp Diagnostic Socket, Car 5 Amp Car Radio Switch, Radio, Climate Control Climate Control Sys- System tem, Stop Light, Clutch 20 Amp Bi-Directional Washer 5 Amp Stop Light Switch,...
Page 309: Power Distribution Center #1
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307 Power Distribution Center #1 Cav- Maxi Mini Description Fuse Fuse The Power Distribution Center #1 is located on the right 60 Amp Body Control side of the underhood compartment. To access the fuses, Blue Module (BCM) remove locking screw and slide cover off.
Page 310 308 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cav- Maxi Mini Cav- Maxi Mini Description Description Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse 5 Amp Air Electric Heater 15 Amp Heated Seats – If Charge Indicator Blue Equipped 10 Amp Horn 20 Amp Anti-Lock Brake Yellow Valves 10 Amp Electronic Vehicle 7.5 Amp...
Page 311: Power Distribution Center (Pdc) #2
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 309 Cav- Maxi Mini Description Fuse Fuse 30 Amp Rear Window Heater Green 5 Amp Electronic Shifter (ESM) 5 Amp Heated Mirrors Power Distribution Center (PDC) #2 The Power Distribution Center #2 is located next to the battery in the underhood compartment.
Page 312: Vehicle Storage
310 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE VEHICLE STORAGE Cav- Maxi Mini Fuse Description Fuse The preferred way of storing your vehicle for a long FTP3 25 Amp Clear Batt Coolant Pump period of time is to leave it attached to a Level 1 or Level FPT5 20 Amp Inverter Coolant Pump...
Page 313: Replacement Bulbs
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 311 REPLACEMENT BULBS Bulb Number Side Direction Lamps Interior Bulbs Rear Turn Signal Lamps PY21W Bulb Number Rear Side Marker Lamps Overhead Lamp Rear Tail and Stop Lamps PY21W/5W Courtesy Lamp Rear Backup Lamps W16W Center High Mounted Stop Lamp LED (See Au- Exterior Bulbs thorized studio)
Page 314: Bulb Replacement
312 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamps 1. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing. 2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise. 3. Remove the bulb and replace as needed. 4. Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place. 5.
Page 315: Front Fog Lamps
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 313 6. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps clockwise into lamp locking it in place. 1. Open the liftgate. 7. Reinstall the plastic cap. 2. Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp Front Fog Lamps assembly.
Page 316: Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (Chmsl)
314 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 4. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) them slightly and turning counter-clockwise. 1. Remove the two guard caps and the two fastening 5. Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out. screws.
Page 317: Fluids, Lubes, And Genuine Parts
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 315 FLUIDS, LUBES, AND GENUINE PARTS Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Coolant MOPAR® Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology) or equivalent meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106. Brake Master Cylinder MOPAR® DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used. If DOT 3, SAE J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable.
Page 319: Maintenance Schedules
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ... . .318 Maintenance Chart ....318...
Page 320 318 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE At Every Service Interval As Indicated By Service Indicator System: Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregu- • Check windshield washer fluid level lar wear, even if it occurs before the service •...
Page 321 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 319 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Inspections Inspect the CV joints. Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary. Inspect the brake linings, parking brake function.
Page 322 320 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) Or Years: Or Kilometers: Additional Maintenance Replace cabin air filter. Clean and lube sun roof tracks. Flush and replace the Power Electronics and Battery Thermal Loop Systems at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first.
Page 323 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 321 WARNING! • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Page 325: If You Need Consumer Assistance
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE ....324 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FIAT Customer Center ....325 UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ..329 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Treadwear.
Page 326: Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle
324 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR Be Reasonable With Requests YOUR VEHICLE If you list a number of items and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with Prepare For The Appointment the service advisor and list the items in order of priority.
Page 327: Fiat Customer Center
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage This is why you should always talk to an authorized FIAT Customer Center studio service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. P.O. Box 21–8004 •...
Page 328: Service Contract
326 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require The manufacturer will not stand behind any service assistance can use the special needs relay service offered contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract. It by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 is not responsible for any service contract other than the and for Voice callers, dial 1 800 855-0511 to connect with manufacturer’s service contract.
Page 329: Warranty Information
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized stu- See the Warranty Information Booklet, located on the dio, and the manufacturer. DVD, for the terms and provisions of FIAT Group Automobiles warranties applicable to this vehicle and market.
Page 330: In Canada
Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and diagnosing/troubleshooting, problem solving, maintain- Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/ ing, servicing, and repairing FIAT Group Automobiles roadsafety/ vehicles. A complete working knowledge of the vehicle, system, and/or components is written in straightforward...
Page 331: Department Of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
The following tire grading categories were established by assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The quaint you with specific FIAT Group Automobiles ve- specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer hicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and...
Page 332: Treadwear
330 IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE Treadwear Traction Grades The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 333: Temperature Grades
IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 331 Temperature Grades WARNING! The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established for representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 335 INDEX...
Page 336 334 INDEX Adding Washer Fluid ..... .296 Automatic Transaxle ......33 Airbag.
Page 337 INDEX 335 Bulb Replacement ......311 Connector Bulbs, Light ......97 UCI .
Page 338 336 INDEX Electronic Brake Control System Fuel Brake Assist System .....226 Cutoff .......69 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .
Page 339 INDEX 337 Holder, Cup ......146 Keys ........33 Hood Release .
Page 340 338 INDEX Fog ....... . .157 Maintenance Free Battery....292 High Beam .
Page 341 INDEX 339 Paint Care ......299 Rear Liftgate (Sedan) ..... . .45 Parking Brake.
Page 342 340 INDEX Safety Tips .......94 Service Assistance ......324 Schedule, Maintenance .
Page 343 INDEX 341 Sun Roof .......141 Replacement ......249 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag .
Page 344 342 INDEX Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .39 Warranty Information ..... .327 Tread Wear Indicators ..... .247 Washers, Windshield .
Page 345 INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING EQUIPMENT Special design considerations are incorporated into this The antenna cable should be as short as practical and vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio routed away from the vehicle wiring when possible. Use frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone only fully shielded coaxial cable.
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