Rear Park Assist; Sport Mode; Manual Transmission - Fiat 500 2015 User Manual

REAR PARK ASSIST

If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a visual
warning will display in the instrument cluster and an audible tone will sound. The audible
tone rate will change depending on the distance of the object, getting faster as the object
gets closer to the bumper. The audible tone will become continuous when the distance
between the vehicle and the obstacle is less than 12 inches (30 cm).

SPORT MODE

The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort
and throttle pedal-to-engine response. Changes to the transmission shift schedules for
more aggressive shifting will occur on automatic transmission versions.
Sport driving mode is useful while driving on winding roads where more steering preci-
sion is desired.

Manual Transmission

1. Push the SPORT button, located above
the climate controls.
2. Momentarily release the accelerator
pedal.
3. Press the accelerator pedal again to acti-
vate.
Automatic Transmission
Push the SPORT button, located above the
climate controls.
NOTE:
Once SPORT mode is activated, a "SPORT"
message will be displayed in the instrument
cluster. The "SPORT" message may change to italic font and only display for a few sec-
onds on some models.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Be sure the transmission is in first gear, not third, when starting from a standing position.
Damage to the clutch can result from starting in third gear.
Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, and never try to hold the vehicle on a
hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged. This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch.
NOTE:
• Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• During cold weather, until the transmission lubricant is warm, you may experience
slightly higher shift efforts. This is normal and not harmful to the transmission.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
Sport Button
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