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  • Page 2 We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. © 2015 FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved. FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & Corporate Communication S.p.A., used under license by FCA US LLC. Uconnect is a...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CARGO AREA FEATURES ... .126 WELCOME FROM FIAT ....2 TRAILER TOWING ....127...

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FIAT Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents preci- sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new FIAT vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about your satisfaction. FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & Corporate Communication S.p.A. used under license by FCA US LLC.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Headlight Switch pg. 36 2. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 117 3. Turn Signal/Light Lever pg. 38 4. Speedometer pg. 6 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) pg. 117 6. Electronic Speed Control pg. 43 7.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 11. Glove Compartment 12. Climate Controls pg. 46 13. Media Hub – Playing iPod/USB/MP3/Aux Devices pg. 77 14. Power Outlet pg. 125 15. Shift Lever 16. Heated Seats — If Equipped pg. 30 17. Power Mirror Switch 18.

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Speedometer 2. Fuel Gauge 3. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (See page 130 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights information.)
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4. Temperature Gauge 5. Tachometer (See page 136 for Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights information.)

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB • This feature allows the driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a button as long as the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is in the passen- ger compartment. • The Keyless Push Button Ignition has three operating positions.

  • Page 11: Panic Alarm

    GETTING STARTED NOTE: In case the ignition switch does not change with the push of a button, the RKE transmit- ter (Key Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used to operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the emergency key) of the Key Fob against the ENGINE START/STOP button and push to operate the ignition switch.

  • Page 12: Remote Start

    GETTING STARTED • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selector.

  • Page 13: Vehicle Security Alarm

    GETTING STARTED VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter-N-Go START/STOP button for unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide the following au- dible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.

  • Page 14: Keyless Enter-N-Go

    GETTING STARTED KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO The Keyless Enter-N-Go system is an enhancement to the vehicle’ s Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) feature. This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle's door(s) and liftgate without having to push the Key Fob LOCK or UNLOCK buttons, as well as starting and stopping the vehicle with the push of a button.
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED To Lock The Vehicle: • Both front door handles have buttons located on the outside of the handle. With one of the vehicle’ s Keyless Enter-N-Go Key Fobs located outside the vehicle and within 5 ft (1.5m) of the driver's or passenger front door handle, push the door handle but- ton to lock all four doors and liftgate.
  • Page 16 GETTING STARTED Lock Or Unlock The Liftgate To Lock The Liftgate With a valid Passive Entry RKE transmitter within 5 ft (1.5 m) of the liftgate, push Passive Entry LOCK button located to the right of Passive Entry liftgate unlock/release button.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED Stopping 1. Place the shift lever in PARK. 2. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button once. The ignition switch will return to the OFF position. NOTE: If the shift lever is not in PARK, the ENGINE START/STOP button must be held for two seconds and vehicle speed must be above 5 MPH (8 km/h) before the engine will shut off.

  • Page 18: Seat Belt Systems

    GETTING STARTED SEAT BELT SYSTEMS Lap/Shoulder Belts • All seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdo- men.

  • Page 19: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) — AIR BAGS Air Bag System Components Your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Air Bag Warning Light • Steering Wheel and Column •...
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED • If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with disabilities, contact your authorized dealer. • Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supple- mental Restraint System (SRS). Supplemental Knee Air Bags This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instru- ment panel below the steering column.

  • Page 21: Enhanced Accident Response System

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 22 GETTING STARTED ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM RESET PROCEDURE After the event occurs, when the system is active, a message regarding fuel cutoff is dis- played. Turn the ignition switch from ignition AVV/START or MAR/ACC/ON/RUN to igni- tion STOP/OFF/LOCK. Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compart- ment and on the ground near the engine compartment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine.

  • Page 23: Air Bag Warning Light

    GETTING STARTED Air Bag Warning Light • The air bags must be ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components. •...

  • Page 24: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
  • Page 25 GETTING STARTED Locating LATCH Anchorages The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cush- ion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage symbols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.
  • Page 26 GETTING STARTED 3. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the top tether anchorage. See below for directions to attach a tether anchor. 4. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat.
  • Page 27 GETTING STARTED Installing The Top Tether Strap (With Either Lower Anchors Or Vehicle Seat Belt): When installing a forward-facing child restraint, always secure the top tether strap, up to the tether anchor weight limit, whether the child restraint is installed with the lower an- chors or the vehicle seat belt.

  • Page 28: Head Restraints

    GETTING STARTED HEAD RESTRAINTS Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. WARNING! The head restraints for all occupants must be properly adjusted prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat.

  • Page 29: Seats

    GETTING STARTED Rear Head Restraints Your vehicle is equipped with two outboard head restraints and one center head re- straint for its rear passengers. The rear head restraints can be raised or lowered. When the center seat is being occupied, the head restraint should be in the raised position. When there are no occupants in the center seat, the head restraint can be lowered for maximum visibility for the driver.
  • Page 30 GETTING STARTED Manual Front Seats Manual Front Seat Forward/Rearward Ad- justment On models equipped with manual seats, the forward/rearward adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward.
  • Page 31 GETTING STARTED Power Adjustment (Front) — If Equipped The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the seat, close to the floor. Use the switch to move the seat up/down, forward/rearward, tilt if equipped and to set the angle of the seatback.
  • Page 32 GETTING STARTED Heated Seats — If Equipped The heated seat switches are located on the instrument panel. You can choose between two heating levels: • Push the heated seat button once to turn the HI setting ON. • Push the heated seat button a second time to turn the LO setting ON.
  • Page 33 GETTING STARTED Rear Seats The split rear seat increases the storage of the rear cargo area. NOTE: Prior to folding the rear seat down, it may be necessary to position the front seat to its mid-track position. Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward, this will allow the rear seat to fold down easily.
  • Page 34 GETTING STARTED Cargo Area Enlargement Folding both sides of the rear seat provides additional storage in the rear cargo area. Proceed as follows: 1. Remove the rear shelf (if equipped). 2. Fully lower the rear seat head restraints. 3. Move the safety belts to the outboard side of the seat.

  • Page 35: Steering Wheel

    GETTING STARTED STEERING WHEEL Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping lever is located be- low the steering wheel at the end of the steering column. To unlock the steering column, push the tilt/telescoping lever downward (toward the floor).
  • Page 36 GETTING STARTED Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped The steering wheel contains a heating element that helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated steering wheel has only one temperature setting. Once the heated steering wheel switch has been turned on, it will operate for up to 80 minutes before automatically shutting off.

  • Page 37: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.

  • Page 38: Exterior Lights

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS Headlights The headlight switch is located on the left side of the instrument panel. The headlight switch controls the operation of the headlights, side marker lights, daytime running lights, fog lights and the dimming of the instrument cluster and interior lighting. Turning on the headlights will illuminate the instrument cluster and the controls located on the instrument panel.

  • Page 39: Headlight Delay

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Front Fog Lights — If Equipped The front fog light switch is built into the headlight switch. To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking lights or the low beam headlights and push the headlight switch. To turn off the front fog lights, push the headlight switch a sec- ond time or turn off the headlight switch.
  • Page 40 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE High Beams To turn on the high beam headlights, push the turn signal lever forward (toward the front of the vehicle) and an indicator will illuminate in the cluster. To turn off the high beams, pull the turn signal lever rearward (toward the rear of the vehicle). NOTE: The headlights must be on for the high beams to activate.

  • Page 41: Wipers And Washers

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPERS AND WASHERS Front Wiper Operation The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the lever on the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. Windshield Wiper Stalk 1 —...
  • Page 42 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Windshield Washer Operation To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pulled while in the intermittent setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previ- ously selected.

  • Page 43: Rear Window Wiper/Washer

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or silicone may reduce Rain Sensing perfor- mance. • The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information. The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the following conditions: •...
  • Page 44 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located with the Climate Controls on the instru- ment panel. Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes.

  • Page 45: Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL When engaged, the Speed Control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. NOTE: In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed Control System has been designed to shut down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time.
  • Page 46 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Deactivation A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANCEL button, ESC intervention, Forward collision mitigation, Electronic Park Brake Intervention, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate the Speed Control without erasing the set speed from memory.

  • Page 47: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Metric Speed (km/h) • Pushing the SET - button once will result in a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each sub- sequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 km/h. • If the button is continually pushed, the speed will continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.

  • Page 48: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Temperature Controls (ATC) 1 — Driver Temperature Control 8 —...

  • Page 49: Air Recirculation

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Air Recirculation • Use Recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. Max Defrost • Push the MAX Defrost button to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. Performing this function will cause the ATC to change to manual mode, the blower speed will increase to full, the A/C compressor is turned ON, the temperature controls are set to (HI), defrost mode is selected, rear defroster is turned ON, and the air re-...

  • Page 50: Electric Park Brake (Epb)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB) Your vehicle is equipped with a new Electric Park Brake System (EPB) that offers greater convenience. The EPB switch is located in the center console. To apply the park brake manually, pull up on the switch momentarily.
  • Page 51 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! If the Brake System Warning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. WARNING! • Never use the PARK position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and pos- sible injury or damage.

  • Page 52: Dynamic Selector - If Equipped

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE DYNAMIC SELECTOR — IF EQUIPPED The Dynamic Selector combines the capabilities of the vehicle control systems, along with driver input, to provide the best performance in all driving conditions. The Dynamic Selector consists of the fol- lowing positions: Auto Mode –...
  • Page 53 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane width on both sides of the ve- hicle, 10 ft (3 m). The zone length starts at the outside mirror and extends approximately 20 ft (6 m) beyond the rear bumper of the vehicle. The BSM system monitors the de- tection zones on both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas.
  • Page 54 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! The Blind Spot Monitoring system is only an aid to help detect objects in the blind spot zones. The BSM system is not designed to detect pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. Even if your vehicle is equipped with the BSM system, always check your vehicles mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and use your turn signal before changing lanes.
  • Page 55 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Mode Of Operation Three selectable modes of operation are available in the Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” in your Owner’ s Manual on the DVD for further information. Blind Spot Alert Lights Only When operating in Blind Spot Alert mode, the BSM system will provide a visual alert in the appropriate side view mirror based on a detected object.

  • Page 56: Brake Control - If Equipped

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE System Not Available In the case of the system being temporary unavailable: • BSM Mirror Warning Lights are turned on continuously. • A instrument cluster message will display “Blind Spot Monitoring Temporary Unavailable.” In the case of the system being completely unavailable: •...
  • Page 57 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Vehicles With Automatic Transmission: After the end of the intervention of automatic braking, the transmission may remain in last gear stored: therefore the car could lurch forward, once the brakes release a few seconds later. If the Brake Control event stops the vehicle completely, the system will hold the vehicle at standstill for two seconds and then release the brakes.
  • Page 58 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Turning Brake Control ON Or OFF The Brake Control menu setting is located in the Uconnect settings. NOTE: The default status of Brake Control is “Warning + Active Braking, ” this allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you and enable the active braking.
  • Page 59 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Brake Control Limited Warning If the EVIC displays “Brake Control Limited Functionality” or “Brake Control Limited Functionality Clean Front Windshield” momentarily, there may be a condition that limits Brake Control functionality. Although the vehicle is still drivable under normal conditions, the active braking may not be fully available.
  • Page 60 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Precautions While Driving With Brake Control In certain driving conditions, such as: • Driving in the vicinity of a curve • Small vehicles and/or not aligned to the lane • Lane changing of other vehicles • Passing of vehicles in an oncoming intersection The intervention of the system could be unexpected or delayed.

  • Page 61: Lanesense - If Equipped

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE LANESENSE — IF EQUIPPED LaneSense Operation The LaneSense system is operational at speeds above 37 mph (60 km/h) and below 112 mph (180 km/h). The LaneSense system uses a forward looking camera to detect lane markings and measure vehicle position within the lane boundaries. When both lane markings are detected and the driver unintentionally drifts out of the lane (no turn signal applied), the LaneSense system provides a haptic warning in the form of torque applied to the steering wheel to prompt the driver to remain within the lane...

  • Page 62: Turning Lanesense On Or Off

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Turning LaneSense ON Or OFF The default status of LaneSense is “OFF”. The LaneSense button is located on the end of the turn signal stalk located on the steer- ing column. To turn the LaneSense system ON, push the Lane Assist button (LED turns OFF).

  • Page 63: Changing Lanesense Status

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected • When the LaneSense system is ON, the lane lines turn from gray to white to indicate that both of the lane markings have been detected. The LaneSense indicator is solid green when both lane markings have been detected and the system is “armed”...

  • Page 64: Parksense Rear Park Assist - If Equipped

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE PARKSENSE REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED The ParkSense Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible indications of the dis- tance between the rear fascia and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g. during a parking maneuver. ParkSense will retain the last system state (enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle when the ignition is changed to the MAR/RUN position.
  • Page 65 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Instrument Cluster Display ParkSense is displayed on the instrument cluster only if you have selected the item "sound and display" inside the "Settings" menu of the Uconnect system. If an obstacle is detected in the center rear region, the display will show a single solid arc in the center rear region and will produce a one-half second tone.
  • Page 66 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Service The Rear Park Assist System During vehicle start up, when the ParkSense Rear Park Assist System has detected a faulted condition, the instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, once per ignition cycle, and it will display the “PARK ASSIST UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS” or the “PARK ASSIST UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED”...
  • Page 67 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is unable to recognize every obstacle, including small obstacles. Parking curbs might be temporarily detected or not de- tected at all. Obstacles located above or below the sensors will not be detected when they are in close proximity.

  • Page 68: Parkview Rear Back Up Camera - If Equipped

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF EQUIPPED The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of your vehicle's rear surroundings when the shift lever is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed on the touchscreen display along with a note to “check entire surroundings”...
  • Page 69 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to check for pedestri- ans, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before backing up. You are re- sponsible for the safety of your surroundings and must continue to pay attention while backing up.

  • Page 70: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. Uconnect Phone Button pg. 106 2. Uconnect Voice Command Button pg. 113 3. Phone Hang Up Button 4. Left Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Located Behind The Steering Wheel) pg. 117 5. Right Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Located Behind The Steering Wheel) pg. 117 6.
  • Page 71 ELECTRONICS 7. Uconnect 5.0 Radio pg. 74 8. Settings Button 124 9. Tune/Scroll Knob – Browse/Enter Button 10. AUX Jack pg. 77 11. USB Port pg. 77 12. Front Power Outlet pg. 125...

  • Page 72: Identifying Your Radio

    ELECTRONICS IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO Uconnect 3.0 • 3.0” Display • Three buttons on the faceplate on either side of the display Uconnect 3.0 Uconnect 5.0 • 5.0” Full Color Touchscreen Display • Bluetooth Connectivity/Bluetooth Streaming Audio Uconnect 5.0 Uconnect 6.5AN •...

  • Page 73: Uconnect Access Via Mobile

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect ACCESS VIA MOBILE Uconnect Access via Mobile, which uses the Uconnect Access app and you smartphone’ s data plan to access your personal Pandora, iHeartRadio and Slacker accounts from the vehicle and enable their control using the touchscreen, is a late availability feature. Visit DriveUconnect.com to check for availability and additional information.

  • Page 74: Clock Setting

    ELECTRONICS Clock Setting 1. Push the Menu button at the bottom of the radio, and push the Enter/Browse button for System Settings. Next, select the Time and Format setting and then select Set Time by pushing the Enter/Browse button. 2. Adjust the hours or minutes by turning the Tune/Scroll knob, then pushing the Enter/ Browse button to move to the next entry.
  • Page 75 ELECTRONICS USB/Audio Jack (AUX) Manual Operation To select a specific audio source, push the MEDIA button on the faceplate. To allow mu- sic to play from your portable device through the vehicle’ s speakers, push the MEDIA button repeatedly to select one of the following modes: USB/iPod •...

  • Page 76: Uconnect 5.0

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect 5.0 Uconnect 5.0 Radio 1 — On/Off Button 6 — BROWSE/ENTER Button — 2 — Mute Button TUNE/SCROLL Knob 3 — Screen Off Button 7 — APPS Button 4 — Settings Button 8 — PHONE Button 5 — Back Button 9 —...
  • Page 77 ELECTRONICS 3. Press the “Up” or “Down” arrows to adjust the hours or minutes, then select the “AM” or “PM” button on the touchscreen. You can also select 12hr or 24hr format by pressing the desired button on the touchscreen. 4.
  • Page 78 ELECTRONICS Radio Operation Radio Operation 1 — Radio Station Preset 5 — Station Information 2 — All Presets 6 — Direct Tune 3 — Seek Next 7 — Radio Band 4 — Audio Settings 8 — Seek Previous Store Radio Presets Manually The Radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the Radio modes.
  • Page 79 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the pre- mium programming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game, Oprah Radio, every MLB and NHL game, every NASCAR race and more.
  • Page 80 ELECTRONICS Audio Jack (AUX) The AUX jack allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’ s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to am- plify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.
  • Page 81 ELECTRONICS Voice Text Reply (Not Compatible With iPhone) Once your Uconnect system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, and read it to your over the vehicle audio sys- tem. You can reply to the message using Voice Recognition by selecting, or saying, one of the 18 pre-defined messages.
  • Page 82 ELECTRONICS Uconnect 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS Introducing Uconnect Start using Uconnect Voice Recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key Voice Commands and tips you need to know to control your Uconnect 5.0 system. Key Features: • Five-inch Color Touchscreen Display with AM/FM/USB/Bluetooth •...
  • Page 83 ELECTRONICS Get Started 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition. 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The micro- phone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
  • Page 84 ELECTRONICS Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say: • Cancel to stop a current voice session • Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands •...
  • Page 85 ELECTRONICS Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say: • Tune to ninety-five-point-five FM •...
  • Page 86 ELECTRONICS Media Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist. • Change source to Bluetooth • Change source to iPod • Change source to USB •...
  • Page 87 ELECTRONICS Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phone- book button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. U.S./Canadian residents can visit • UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions.
  • Page 88 ELECTRONICS Additional Information © 2015 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar, Mopar Owner Connect and Uconnect are registered trademarks of FCA US LLC. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. Yelp, Yelp logo, Yelp burst and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp.

  • Page 89: Uconnect 6.5An

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect 6.5AN At A Glance Uconnect 6.5AN Radio 1 — Display On/Off Control 6 — Uconnect PHONE Button 2 — Settings Button 7 — Uconnect Navigation (NAV) Button 3 — Back Button 8 — MEDIA Button 4 — BROWSE/ENTER Button — 9 —...
  • Page 90 ELECTRONICS Setting The Time Model 6.5AN synchronizes time automatically via GPS, so should not require any time adjustment. If you do need to set the time manually, follow the instructions below. • For Model 6.5AN, turn the unit on, then press the time display at the top of the screen, a pop-up will ask if you want to set the time.
  • Page 91 ELECTRONICS Radio Uconnect 6.5AN Radio 1 — Radio Station Presets 6 — Direst Tune Radio Stations 2 — Toggle Presets 7 — Seek Previous 3 — HD Radio Available 8 — Browse/Manage Presets 4 — Audio Settings 9 — Radio Bands 5 —...
  • Page 92 ELECTRONICS Store Radio Presets Manually Your radio can store 36 total preset stations, 12 presets per band (AM, FM and SXM). They are shown at the top of your radio screen. To see the 12 preset stations per band, press the “Arrow” button on the touchscreen at the top right of the screen to toggle between the two sets of six presets.
  • Page 93 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Parental Controls • You can skip or hide certain channels from view if you do not want access to them. Push the SETTINGS button on the faceplate, press the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touchscreen, then select Channel Skip. Press the box, check-mark, next to the channel you want skipped.
  • Page 94 ELECTRONICS Replay Option Description Option Displays the amount of time in the upper center of the screen by which Replay Time your content lags the Live channel. Resumes playback of Live content at any time while replaying rewound Live content. •...
  • Page 95 ELECTRONICS USB Port Connect your iPod or compatible device using a USB cable into the USB Port. USB Memory sticks with audio files can also be used. Then, audio from the device can be played on the vehicles sound system while providing metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) information on the radio display.
  • Page 96 ELECTRONICS Bluetooth Streaming Audio If equipped with Uconnect Voice Command, your Bluetooth-equipped iPod devices, cell phones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's sound system. Your connected device must be Bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your sys- tem (see Uconnect Phone for pairing instructions).
  • Page 97 ELECTRONICS NOTE: Uconnect will usually automatically switch to the appropriate mode when something is first connected or inserted into the system. Uconnect 6.5AN NAVIGATION • Press the NAV button to access the Navigation feature. Changing The Navigation Voice Prompt Volume 1.
  • Page 98 ELECTRONICS Finding Points Of Interest • From the main Navigation menu, press the “Where To?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Point of Interest” button on the touchscreen. • Select a Category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • Select your destination and press the “Yes”...
  • Page 99 ELECTRONICS Go Home A Home location must be saved in the system. • From the Main Navigation menu, press the “Where To?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “Go Home” button on the touchscreen. • Your route is marked with a blue line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalculated.
  • Page 100 ELECTRONICS Taking A Detour To take a detour you must be navigating a route: • Press the “Detour” button on the touchscreen. NOTE: If the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not calculate a detour. •...
  • Page 101 ELECTRONICS Get Started 1. Visit UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition. 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The micro- phone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
  • Page 102 ELECTRONICS Basic Voice Commands The basic Voice Commands below can be given at any point while using your Uconnect system. Push the VR button . After the beep, say: • Cancel to stop a current voice session • Help to hear a list of suggested Voice Commands •...
  • Page 103 ELECTRONICS Radio Use your voice to quickly get to the AM, FM or SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations you would like to hear. (Subscription or included SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial required.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say: • Tune to ninety-five-point-five FM •...
  • Page 104 ELECTRONICS Media Uconnect offers connections via USB, Bluetooth and auxiliary ports (if equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod devices. (CD player optional and not available on all vehicles.) Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist.
  • Page 105 ELECTRONICS Phone Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phone- book button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. U.S./Canadian residents can visit: • UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions.
  • Page 106 ELECTRONICS Navigation (6.5AN) The Uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. 1. To enter a destination, push the VR button . After the beep, say: •...
  • Page 107 ELECTRONICS SiriusXM Travel Link (6.5AN — US Market Only) Need to find a gas station, view local movie listings, check a sports score or the 5 - day weather forecast? SiriusXM Travel Link is a suite of services that brings a wealth of infor- mation right to your Uconnect 6.5AN system.

  • Page 108: Uconnect Phone

    ELECTRONICS Uconnect System Support: • DriveUconnect.com • U.S residents call: 1-877-855-8400 • Canadian residents call: 1-800-465-2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French) Mon. – Fri., 7:00 am – 12:00 am, ET Sat., 8:00 am – 10:00 pm, ET Sun., 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, ET Uconnect PHONE Uconnect Phone (Bluetooth Hands Free Calling) Uconnect 5.0 Phone Menu...
  • Page 109 ELECTRONICS Uconnect 6.5 Phone Menu 1 — Favorite Contacts 11 — Recent Call Log 2 — Mobile Phone Battery Life 12 — Browse Phone Book Entries 3 — Currently Paired Mobile Phone (Contains 911) 4 — Mobile Phone Signal Strength 13 —...
  • Page 110 ELECTRONICS NOTE: • The Uconnect Phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the Bluetooth Hands- Free Profile, Version 1.0 or higher. • Most mobile phones/devices are compatible with the Uconnect system, however some mobile phones/devices may not be equipped with all of the required features to utilize all of the Uconnect system features.
  • Page 111 ELECTRONICS 5. If No is selected, and you still would like to pair a mobile phone, press the “Settings” button from the Uconnect Phone main screen. • Select “Paired Phones” then press the “Add Device” button on the touchscreen. • Search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone (see below).
  • Page 112 ELECTRONICS Uconnect 6.5: 1. Place the ignition in the ACC or ON position. 2. Press the “Phone” button in the Menu Bar on the touchscreen. 3. Select “Settings.” 4. Select “Paired Phones.” 5. Select “Add device.” • Uconnect Phone will display an “In progress”...
  • Page 113 ELECTRONICS Select The iPhone's Priority Level When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “Yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over other paired mobile phones within range and will connect to the Uconnect system automati- cally when entering the vehicle.
  • Page 114 ELECTRONICS Select The Android Mobile Phone's Priority Level When the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “Yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over other paired mobile phones within range and will connect to the Uconnect system automati- cally when entering the vehicle.
  • Page 115 ELECTRONICS Voice Command Tips • Speaking complete names (i.e; Call John Doe vs. Call John) will result in greater system accuracy. • You can “link” commands together for faster results. Say “Call John Doe, mobile, ” for example. • If you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to listen to the entire list.
  • Page 116 ELECTRONICS iPhone 1. Press the settings button on the mobile phone. 2. Select Bluetooth. • Ensure Bluetooth is enabled, and the mobile phone is paired to the Uconnect system. 3. Select located under DEVICES next to Uconnect. 4. Turn “Show Notifications” to On. Android Devices 1.
  • Page 117 ELECTRONICS Voice Text Reply (Not Compatible With iPhone) NOTE: Voice texting reply and voice texting features require a compatible mobile device enabled with Bluetooth Message Access Profile (MAP). iPhone, and some other smartphones, may not entirely support Bluetooth MAP. Visit UconnectPhone.com for the latest system and device compatibility.
  • Page 118 ELECTRONICS Helpful Tips And Common Questions To Improve Bluetooth Performance With Your Uconnect System Mobile Phone won’t reconnect to system after pairing: • Set mobile phone to auto-connect or trusted device in mobile phone Bluetooth set- tings (Blackberry devices). • Perform a factory reset on your mobile phone.

  • Page 119: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right Switch • Push the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • Push the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SXM/AUX or USB port.
  • Page 120 ELECTRONICS • Push the BACK/LEFT button to access the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. • Push the OK button to access/select the information screens or submenu screens of a main menu item. Push and hold the OK arrow button for two seconds to reset displayed/selected features that can be reset.
  • Page 121 ELECTRONICS Vehicle Info (Information About The Status Of The Car) Push and release the UP or DOWN arrow button until "Vehicle Info" is highlighted in the EVIC. Push and release the RIGHT arrow button and Coolant Temp will be displayed. Push the RIGHT or LEFT arrow button to scroll through the following information displays: •...
  • Page 122 ELECTRONICS • Average Consumption • (MPG, or l/ 100km or km/l) • Travel Time • (Hour/Minute) Audio (Viewing Audio Information) This menu item allows you to view the instrument cluster display and the information present on the display of the Uconnect system. The information displayed is: •...
  • Page 123 ELECTRONICS • "Full PNRD" • (Default): The right side of the display the letters PNRD, the position assumed by the shift lever will be highlighted in the display. During the operation in sequential mode ("AutoStick"), in place of the letter D, the gear will be will be displayed. In The Top Left/Top Right The information relating to the following can be displayed: •...
  • Page 124 ELECTRONICS “Display” By selecting the "Display," you can access the following settings: • Language: allows you to select the language in which to display the information/ warnings. • See Phone: allows you to view, on the instrument cluster display, the information relat- ing to Phone mode displayed on the display of the Uconnect system.
  • Page 125 ELECTRONICS "Safety & Assistance" By selecting the item "Safety & Assistance," you can make the following adjustments: • FCW: a selection of operating modes of the system Forward Collision Warning Plus • FCW Sensitivity: a selection of the "readiness" of intervention of the Forward Collision Warning Plus system, based on the distance to the obstacle •...

  • Page 126: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS "Doors & Safety" By selecting the item "Doors & Safety," you can make the following adjustments: • Auto Door Lock: activation/deactivation of the automatic locking of the doors with the vehicle moving • Auto Unlock On Exit: automatic unlocking of the doors when exiting the vehicle •...

  • Page 127: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET There is one 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet in this vehicle, located under the HVAC controls. This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices. • This power outlet is located in front of the shift lever. NOTE: •...

  • Page 128: Utility

    UTILITY CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo Load Floor — If Equipped The vehicle is equipped with a load floor that can be adjusted as needed. Position 1 (Floor Flush): This position allows you to make the load floor flat for ease of loading/unloading objects from the cargo area.

  • Page 129: Trailer Towing

    UTILITY Anchoring Of The Load The cargo tie-downs, located on the trim panels around the cargo area floor, should be used to safely secure loads when the vehicle is moving. Cargo Box — If Equipped The cargo area contains a preformed cargo box that can be used for the storage of ob- jects that allows you to obtain a uniform level when loading.

  • Page 130: Recreational Towing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.)

    UTILITY RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle ALL-WHEEL FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) DRIVE (AWD) MANUAL/ TOWING WHEELS OFF AUTOMATIC MANUAL AUTOMATIC CONDITION THE GROUND TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION TRANSMIS- SION Flat Tow NONE ALLOWED ALLOWED ALLOWED REAR ALLOWED ALLOWED ALLOWED...
  • Page 131 UTILITY • Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following the dolly manufacturer's in- structions. • Turn the ignition to the MAR/RUN position, but do not start the engine. • Press and hold the brake pedal. • Release the Electric Park Brake (EPB). •...

  • Page 132: What To Do In Emergencies

    ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • If your FIAT 500X requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service, lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty, dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. See your Warranty booklet for further details.
  • Page 133 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced as soon as possible to restore the benefits of Anti-Lock brakes. If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the MAR/RUN position, have the light inspected by an authorized dealer.
  • Page 134 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: After inflation, the vehicle may need to be driven for 20 minutes before the flashing light will turn off. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’...

  • Page 135: Brake Warning Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. -Transmission Temperature Warning Light This light indicates that there is excessive transmission fluid temperature that might occur with severe usage such as trailer towing.
  • Page 136 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.
  • Page 137 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of an onboard diagnostic system called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the MAR/RUN position before engine start. If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from STOP/OFF to MAR/RUN, have the condition checked promptly.

  • Page 138: Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS - Turn Signal Indicator The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is oper- ated. A tone will chime, and a EVIC message will appear if either turn signal is left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

  • Page 139: Oil Change Required

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF Indicator NOTE: • The default status of FCW is “On.” This allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you. • The forward collision button is located on the switch panel below the Uconnect display.

  • Page 140: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating your en- gine by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, put transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not increase en- gine idle speed.

  • Page 141: Tire Service Kit Storage

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIRE SERVICE KIT STORAGE The Tire Service Kit is located in the rear storage compartment inside a storage con- tainer. Located inside the container are a screwdriver and the emergency fuel funnel. To access the Tire Service Kit open the lift gate and remove the load floor. Tire Service Kit Location Tire Service Kit —...
  • Page 142 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.
  • Page 143 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.

  • Page 144: Jacking And Tire Changing

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
  • Page 145 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. Lift the access cover using the load floor handle. Load Floor Handle 3. Remove the fastener securing the spare tire. Spare Tire Fastener...
  • Page 146 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Remove the jack, wheel bolt wrench, and wheel chocks. 5. Remove the spare tire. Jack And Tools 1 — Jack 2 — Wheel Bolt Wrench 3 — Wheel Chock 4 — Emergency Funnel 5 — Screwdriver WARNING! A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the oc- cupants of the vehicle.
  • Page 147 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as pos- sible. Avoid icy or slippery areas. WARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel.

  • Page 148: Jacking Instructions

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions WARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as pos- sible before raising the vehicle.
  • Page 149 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange, centering the jack saddle inside the cutout in the sill cladding. Jacking Locations 1 —...
  • Page 150 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Front Jacking Engagement Point Rear Jacking Location Rear Jacking Engagement Point...
  • Page 151 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire. WARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 6.

  • Page 152: Road Tire Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the wheel bolt wrench counterclockwise. 10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until each wheel bolt has been tightened twice.

  • Page 153: Jump Starting

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP STARTING If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this sec- tion carefully.
  • Page 154 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jump Start The battery in your vehicle is located in the front of the engine compartment, behind the left headlight assembly. NOTE: The positive battery post is covered with a protective cap. Lift up on the cap to gain access to the positive battery post.
  • Page 155 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. Jump Starting Procedure WARNING! Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could result in personal injury or prop- erty damage due to battery explosion.

  • Page 156: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2.
  • Page 157 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES For Vehicles With Automatic Transmission: Shifts between DRIVE and REVERSE can only be achieved at wheel speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h) or less. Whenever the transmission remains in NEUTRAL for more than two seconds, you must push the brake pedal to engage DRIVE or REVERSE. NOTE: Push the "ESC Off"...

  • Page 158: Tow Eye Usage - If Equipped

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOW EYE USAGE — IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with a tow eye that can be used to tow a disabled vehicle. When using a tow eye be sure to follow the “Tow Eye Usage Precautions” and the “Tow- ing A Disabled Vehicle”...

  • Page 159: Front Tow Eye Installation

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tow Eye Warning Label CAUTION! • The tow eye must be used exclusively for roadside assistance operations. Only use the tow eye with an appropriate device in accordance with the highway code (a rigid bar or rope) to flat tow the vehicle for a short distance to the nearest ser- vice location.

  • Page 160: Shift Lever Override

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Rear Tow Eye Installation The rear tow eye receptacle is located behind a access door on the rear bumper fascia. To install the tow eye, open the access door using the vehicle key or a small screwdriver, and thread the tow eye into the receptacle.

  • Page 161: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the shift lever override access hole (at the right front corner of the shift lever assembly), and push and hold the override release lever down. 6.
  • Page 162 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • You must ensure that the Auto Park Brake feature is disabled before towing this vehicle, to avoid inadvertent Electric Park Brake engagement. The Auto Park Brake feature is enabled or disabled via the customer programmable features in the Uconnect Settings. •...

  • Page 163: Enhanced Accident Response System (Ears)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the vehicle on a flatbed, or with one end of the vehicle raised and the opposite end on a towing dolly.

  • Page 164: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE HOOD Opening The hood release lever (to open the primary latch) and safety latch (to open the second- ary latch) must be released to open the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the drivers side of the instrument panel. 2.
  • Page 165 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Closing 1. Hold up the hood with one hand and with the other hand remove the support rod from its seat and reinsert it into the locking tab. 2. Lower the hood to approximately 6 inches (15 cm) from the engine compartment and drop it.

  • Page 166: Engine Compartment - 1.4L Turbo

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO 1. Engine Air Filter 2. Engine Oil Dipstick 3. Engine Oil Fill 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir...
  • Page 167 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Battery 6. Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 7. Washer Fluid Reservoir 8. Engine Coolant Reservoir...

  • Page 168: Engine Compartment - 2.4L

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.4L 1. Engine Air Filter 2. Engine Oil Dipstick 3. Engine Oil Fill 4. Brake Fluid Reservoir...
  • Page 169 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 5. Battery 6. Power Distribution Center (Fuses) 7. Washer Fluid Reservoir 8. Engine Coolant Reservoir...

  • Page 170: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES Metric Fuel (Approximate) 1.4L Turbo/2.4L Engine 12.7 Gallons 48 Liters Engine Oil With Filter 1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE 5W-40 Synthetic, API Certified) 4.0 Quarts 3.8 Liters 2.4L Engine (SAE 0W-20, API Certified) 5.5 Quarts 5.2 Liters Cooling System * 1.4L Turbo Engine (MOPAR Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula)

  • Page 171: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual Transmission – If Equipped We recommend you use MOPAR C Se- ries Manual & Dual Dry Clutch Transmis- sion Fluid. Automatic Transmission – If Equipped Use only MOPAR ZF 8&9 Speed ATF Au- tomatic Transmission Fluid, or equivalent.
  • Page 172 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”...
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  • Page 178: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES WARNING! • When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material.
  • Page 179 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Cartage Fuse Mini Fuse Description 70 Amp Tan – – Module Body Computer 60 Amp Blue – – Module Body Computer, Rear Distribution Units – 20 Amp Blue – Controller Power Supply Body Computer –...
  • Page 180 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse Cartage Fuse Mini Fuse Description – – 5 Amp Tan Shift Lever Automatic Transmission – – 7.5 Amp Brown Heated Outside Mirrors – 30 Amp Pink – Heated Rear Window – – 5 Amp Tan IBS Sensor (Battery State of Charge) Body Computer Fuse Center...

  • Page 181: Adding Fuel

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Cargo Fuse/Relay Distribution Unit To access the fuses, remove the access door from the left rear panel of the rear cargo area. Push on the left side of the access door to unhinge and remove. Cavity Mini Fuse Description 20 Amp Yellow...
  • Page 182 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Emergency Refueling Procedure If the vehicle is out of fuel proceed as follows: 1. Open the liftgate and remove the emergency fuel fill funnel located in the cargo area. 2. Open the fuel door. 3. Insert the emergency fuel fill funnel in the filler pipe and proceed to fill the fuel tank. 4.

  • Page 183: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 184: Spare Tires - If Equipped

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED NOTE: For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “What To Do In Emergencies” on your DVD for further information. CAUTION! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an auto- matic car wash with a compact or limited-use temporary spare installed.

  • Page 185: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Full Size Spare — If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the origi- nally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life.

  • Page 186: Bulb Replacement

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE BULB REPLACEMENT Interior Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Front Courtesy Light Front Courtesy Lights (Sun Visors) Rear Dome Light (Models Without Retractable roof) Rear Interior Lights (Models With Retractable roof) Interior Lights Dome Light (Glove Box) Exterior Bulbs Lamps Bulb Number Low Beam/High Beam Headlamps...

  • Page 187: Consumer Assistance

    Booklet. United States customers may visit the Fiat Contact Us page at www.fiat.com scroll to the bottom of the page and select the “Contact Us” link, then select the “Owner’ s Manual and Glove Box Material” from the left menu. You may also obtain a complimentary copy by calling 1-888-242-6342 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143...

  • Page 188: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 189: Mopar Accessories

    MOPAR ACCESSORIES AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR • The following highlights just some of the many Authentic FIAT Accessories by Mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your FIAT 500X. • In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, pre-...

  • Page 190: Faq

    How do I improve the Bluetooth performance of my Uconnect System? pg. 116 UTILITY How do I know how much I can tow with my FIAT 500X? pg. 127 How do I tow my FIAT 500X behind another vehicle? pg. 128...
  • Page 191 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 131 How do I change a flat tire? pg. 142 How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 151 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 176 What type of oil do I use? pg.

  • Page 192: Index

    INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) ..169 Break-In Recommendations, Adding Fuel....179 New Vehicle ....35 Adding Washer Fluid .
  • Page 193 INDEX Coolant Level ... . .169 Malfunction Indicator Disposal Of Used Coolant (Check Engine) ..169 ... .135 Drain, Flush, And Refill .
  • Page 194 INDEX High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Lights On Reminder ...37 Switch ....38 Low Fuel ....130 Hood Prop .
  • Page 195 INDEX Programmable Electronic Features ..124 Steering Tilt Column ....33 Wheel, Heated ... . .34 Radio Wheel, Tilt .
  • Page 196 INDEX Wiper Blade Replacement ..169 Wipers, Intermittent ... . .39 Wipers, Rain Sensitive ... .40 Wrecker Towing .
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  • Page 203 This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new FIAT vehicle and to provide a convenient reference source for common uestions. owever it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. or complete operational instructions maintenance procedures and...
  • Page 204 16FB-926-AA First Edition User Guide Download a FREE electronic copy of the Owner’s Manual or Warranty Booklet by visiting: www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals (U.S.); www.owners.mopar.ca/en (Canada).

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