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13FF500-926-AA Fifth Edition User Guide U.S. Only Canada Only iPhone Canada Only Android Download a free Vehicle Information App by visiting your application store, Keyword (My FIAT), or scanning the Microsoft Tag. To put Microsoft Tags to work for you, use your mobile phone’s browser or App store to download a Microsoft Tag reader, like the free one at www.gettag.mobi. Then follow the directions to scan the code. Download a FREE electronic copy of the Owner’s Manual or Warranty Booklet by visiting the Owner’s tab at: www.fiatusa.com (U.S.) 2 01 3 USER GUIDE If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the your new FIAT and to provide a convenient reference source for common Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-888-242-6342 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals and other Warning Labels in your vehicle. Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the visit www.mopar.com or your local FIAT studio. vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the Driving and Alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, collisions.Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation. lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws. IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & Corporate Communication S.p.A., used under license by FCA US LLC. Copyright 2016 FCA US LLC. WARNING Driving after drinking can lead to a collision. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink and then drive. TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FIAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 TRIP BUTTON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 POWER OUTLET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 UTILITY CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 TRAILER TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 GETTING STARTED WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 THEFT ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 POWER DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 SEAT BELT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) - AIR BAGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 CHILD RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 FRONT SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 REAR SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 TILT STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 HEATED SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE . . . . . . INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING . . . . . . . TIREFIT KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . . . . . . ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM . FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) . . . . . . . OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS . TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER . WIPER/WASHER LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . . SPEED CONTROL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . POWER WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS . . . . . . . AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . REAR PARK ASSIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SPORT MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MANUAL TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . POWER SUNROOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP. . . . . . . . . . WIND BUFFETING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ENGINE BLOCK HEATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 .20 .22 .23 .24 .25 . . . . . . . . .26 .26 .27 .27 .28 .29 .32 .33 ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM . . . . AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO . . . . . . . . BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE OPERATION . iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL . . . . . . . . ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 .48 .52 .53 .60 .66 .68 .69 .70 .71 .72 . . . . . . . . .73 .74 .76 .78 .81 .83 .84 .85 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD . . . . . . ENGINE COMPARTMENT . . . . . FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES . . . . . MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TIRE PRESSURES . . . . . . . . . . WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE EXTERIOR BULBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED PUBLICATIONS ORDERING . . . . . . . . . REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 . .86 . .86 . .87 . . . .34 MOPAR ACCESSORIES . . . .36 . . . .38 . . . .43 AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® . . .88 . . . .44 . . . .44 FAQ (How To?) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . . . . . . . .89 INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 1 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FIAT Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision 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. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully. Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more than momentarily off the road. This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available on this vehicle. FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured. This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information. The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer. The multimedia DVD also includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player. Additional DVD operational information is located on the back of the DVD sleeve. For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the information contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference. We are committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment. VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution. 2 INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control. • Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle. • 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 possible injury or damage. • Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details. Use of Aftermarket Products (Electronics) The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless Enter-NGo™ and Remote Start range. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. FIAT is a registered trademark of FIAT Group Marketing & Corporate Communication SpA, used under license by FCA US LLC. COPYRIGHT ©2016 FCA US LLC 3 DRIVER COCKPIT CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4 E. Wiper/Washer Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 22 F. Audio System pg. 34 B. Instrument Cluster (behind steering wheel) pg. 6 C. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display • Rear Defrost pg. 25 • Hazard Switch G. Switch Panel D. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 44 A. Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 20 P. Power Mirrors O. Power Door Locks N. BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication pg. 38 M. Hood Release pg. 73 L. Speed Control pg. 23 K. Driver Power Window Switch pg. 24 J. Transmission Gear Selector I. Passenger Power Window Switch pg. 24 H. Climate Controls pg. 25 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 5 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Warning Lights BRAKE 6 - Low Fuel Warning Light - Charging System Light - Oil Pressure Warning Light - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light - Air Bag Warning Light - Engine Temperature Warning Light - Seat Belt Reminder Light - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) - Power Steering System Warning Light - Generic Warning Light - Brake Warning Light - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light - Automatic Gearbox Failure CONTROLS AT A GLANCE Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - High Beam Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Park/Headlight ON Indicator - Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator - Door Ajar Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator (See page 48 for more information.) 7 GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking and Unlocking the Doors and Liftgate • Press the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. • Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate. • All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button. Refer to Programmable Features in this guide. Open Power Top Remote Function The remote keyless power top function can only be used with the engine off. NOTE: The remote control can be used to open the power top to the spoiler position. Key Fob 1 — Unlock Doors/Open Power Top — If Equipped 2 — Key Release 3 — Lock Doors 4 — Liftgate Open Power Top Remote Function: • OPEN — Push and hold the unlock button down on the key fob for a minimum of three seconds to initiate Power Top Open. The roof will stop opening whenever the unlock button on the key fob is released, or when it reaches the spoiler position. NOTE: If your power convertible top does not open with the remote, please refer to the "Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure” in “Operating Your Vehicle” in this guide for additional information. 8 GETTING STARTED WARNING! Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you: • Before operating the power top, make sure that no moving parts of the convertible top can injure a person or animal. • Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near the convertible top components, the upper windshield area, the shelf area behind the rear seats, or the convertible top stowage area while raising or lowering the convertible top. • When using the power top button on RKE transmitter, if potential danger exists while lowering the top, release the button immediately to interrupt the operation. • Only drive the vehicle with the convertible top completely closed and latched or fully lowered into its stowage compartment. • Do not operate the power top when the vehicle is in motion. Opening the Liftgate • To open the liftgate, press the liftgate release handle located on the underside of the license plate bar and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. WARNING! 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 severely injured or killed. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the Key Fob in the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. 9 GETTING STARTED THEFT ALARM To Arm: • Press the Key Fob LOCK button. To Disarm: • Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position. POWER DOOR LOCKS • The vehicles power door locks are activated by moving the inside door handles. NOTE: The vehicle’s door must be closed to initiate this feature. • Push or pull the door handle to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate when the doors are closed. SEAT BELT • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. • Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt. • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together. • A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury. Wear your seat belt snugly. • A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). • The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. • A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. 10 GETTING STARTED WARNING! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not buckled up properly.You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) - AIR BAGS • This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision. • Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. • This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains to protect the driver, front and rear passengers sitting next to a window. • This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags to provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact. • This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag to provide enhanced protection and work together with the Driver Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact. is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while • If the Air Bag Warning Light driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. • Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). 11 GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags. • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains and Supplemental Seat-Mounted 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 Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain and/or SeatMounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. • Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. • After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer immediately. 12 GETTING STARTED CHILD RESTRAINTS • Children 12 years and under should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. • Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. Installing The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System • Your vehicle's second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed in both rear seating positions. • NEVER install compatible child seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage. • Loosen the child seat adjusters on the lower straps and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the anchors. • Attach the lower hooks or connectors over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material. The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback. The rear seat lower anchors can be readily identified by the symbol located on the seatback directly above the anchorages and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. • The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint and attached to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback. • Tighten all three straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. 13 GETTING STARTED Installing the Child Restraint Using the Vehicle Seat Belts • To install a child restraint, first pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to route it through the belt path of the child restraint, and then slide the latch plate into the buckle. • Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow the belt to retract into the retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary. • Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt, secure the top tether strap. The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint. WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child's size. • Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. The child could be severely injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. • Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a front passenger air bag. An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position. • This vehicle does not have a center seating position. Do not use the center lower LATCH anchorages to install a child seat in the center of the back seat. 14 GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting handle, located at the front of the seat near the floor, and release at the desired position. Recliner • To recline the seatback, lift up the recline lever, located on the inboard side of the seat, lean back until the desired position has been reached, and release the lever. Seat Height • The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pump the lever upward to raise the seat height, or pump the lever downward to lower the seat height. 15 GETTING STARTED EZ Entry Seats • Pull forward on the lever, located on the side of the seatback, to dump the seatback forward and slide the seat forward. This allows for easier access to the rear seat. • The driver seat has a memory feature. After using the EZ Entry function, the seat back and adjuster will re-lock into the original position at which the seat was previously adjusted to. WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted, and you could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked. • Actuating the recliner handle will allow the seatback to swing (dump) forward on manual recliner seats. Do not stand or lean in front of the seat while actuating the handle. The seatback may swing forward and hit you, causing injury. This dump feature allows access to the storage bin behind the seat. To avoid injury, place your hand on the seatback and actuate the handle, then position the seatback in the desired position. • Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the seat belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat belt and be severely injured or killed. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked. 16 GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS Folding Rear Seatback • To fold each rear seatback, push down on the button located on the upper outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback flat. NOTE: Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily. TILT STEERING • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. • With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired. • Pull upward on the lever to lock the column firmly in place. WARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in severe injury or death. 17 GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The controls for the front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel area. • Press the switch once to turn on the heated seat. Press the switch a second time to turn off the heated seat. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater. It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time. • Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat, such as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat. 18 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. • While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided. • The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. For the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to “Maintaining Your Vehicle”. NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication to an engine problem or malfunction. CAUTION! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. 19 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash briefly to indicate a lane change and automatically turn off. Headlights/Parking Lights • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position for the headlights to operate. • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights and headlight operation. High Beams • Push the lever forward to activate the high beams. • A high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are on. NOTE: For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists. Flash To Pass • Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will remain on until the lever is released. 20 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Delay (Follow Me Home) • Within two minutes of the ignition switch being turned to the OFF/LOCK position or the ignition key being removed from the ignition, pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel. • Each movement of the lever toward the steering wheel will increase the illumination period by 30 seconds, up to a maximum of 210 seconds. • To deactivate, pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds. NOTE: Activation of Follow Me Home is only enabled once per key cycle and steps must be repeated each time you want to activate it. Fog Lights The fog light button is located on the climate controls. • Push the fog light button once to turn on the fog lights. • Push the fog light button a second time to turn the fog lights off. A fog light indicator will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate the fog lamps are on. Fog Light Button 21 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low and High Operation • Move the lever downward to the first detent for intermittent wiper operation, the second detent for low wiper operation and to the third detent for high wiper operation. Mist • Move the lever upward and release when a single wipe is desired. NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be activated in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid. Washer Operation • Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired. Rear Wiper Rear Wiper Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to activate the rear wiper. Rear Washer Operation • Push the lever forward and hold for as long as spray is desired. 22 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. • CRUISE READY will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. • Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off. Set • With the Speed Control on, push and release the SET – button to set a desired speed. Accel/Decel • Once a speed is set, pushing the RES + button once or the SET – button once will increase or decrease the set speed approximately 1 mph (2 km/h). • Push and hold the RES + button to accelerate in 5 mph (8 km/h) increments or push and hold the SET – button to decelerate in 5 mph (8 km/h) increments; release the button to save the new set speed. Resume • To resume a previously selected set speed in memory, push the RES + button and release. Cancel • Push the CANCEL button, or apply the brakes to cancel the set speed and maintain the set speed memory. • Push the ON/OFF button to turn the system off and erase the set speed memory. 23 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous.You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the Electronic Speed Control system off when you are not using it. • Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose control. A collision could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery. POWER WINDOWS • Power windows can be operated with the ignition in the ON/RUN position. • The controls for the power windows are located on either side of the gear lever. • Both windows have an Auto Down feature. Push the switch down past the detent and release to fully lower the window. • Pull the switch upward to close the window. 24 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS 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. • – Air intake from outside • – Internal air recirculation Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. 25 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation • Push the AUTO button. • Select the desired temperature by pushing the temperature control buttons. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off. Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. REAR PARK ASSIST • If an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in REVERSE, a chime will sound. The chime rate will change depending on the distance of the object, getting faster as the object gets closer to the bumper. The chime will become continuous when the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle is less than 12 inches (30 cm). • When the Instrument Cluster reads either “Clean Sensor” or “Blinded”, clean off the bumper sensors to see if the condition is corrected. 26 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 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 precision is desired. • Press the SPORT button, located above the climate controls, to activate the Sport mode. Manual Transmission • Once activated, a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster. • Momentarily release the accelerator pedal. • Press the accelerator pedal again to activate. Automatic Transmission • Once activated, a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster. • Press the SPORT button again to return to the standard driving mode. MANUAL TRANSMISSION • Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop. 27 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF • The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. To Open • Press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately two seconds and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Press the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “Express Open”. During Express Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof. To Close • With the sunroof in the full open position, pull the power sunroof button and hold it for approximately one second, the sunroof will return to the vented position. Pull the switch a second time and hold for approximately two seconds to completely close the sunroof. Pinch Protection Feature • This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the switch forward and release to Express Close. NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch Protect reversals, the fourth close attempt will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled. Sun Shade • For vehicles equipped with either a power sunroof or a fixed glass roof, there is a sun shade that can be open or closed. To open the sun shade press the tab and move the shade to a full open position. WARNING! • Do not let children play with the sunroof, or leave children unattended in the vehicle, and do not leave the key in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible to children). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured. • Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result. 28 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP On vehicles equipped with a power convertible top, the power convertible top switch is located on the overhead console. The switch contains two buttons. The passenger side button, is used to open the power top, and the driver side button, is used to close the power top. NOTE: • The power top buttons will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC/ ON/RUN position. • The power top can be remotely operated with the key fob. Refer to “Opening Power Top Remote Function” in “Things To Know Before Starting” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for more information. Lowering The Power Top Auto Open Push the top open button approximately one second for the three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top open button for approximately one second a second time to fully open the convertible top. Manual Open For manual open, push and hold the open button until desired roof position or until spoiler position. NOTE: Vertical movement only operates in auto open/close mode. Raising The Power Top Auto Close From the convertible top fully open position, push the top close button for approximately one second for the three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top close button for approximately one second a second time for the one-quarter open position. Push and hold close button to fully close convertible top. Manual Close For manual close, push and hold the close button until desired position until one-quarter open position. Push and hold again for full close position. NOTE: Rail lubrication is recommended every 2000 cycles, or if scratching noises due to dust are present. Refer to “Fluids, Lubes, and Genuine Part” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in the Owner’s Manual on the DVD for information. 29 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: • Avoid high-pressure car washes, as they can damage the top material. Also, increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips. • Remove any standing water from the top and dry the surface before opening it. Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior. • Use care when washing the vehicle, water pressure directed at the weather strip seals may cause water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. WARNING! The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants in a collision. Therefore, it is important that all occupants wear their seat belts at all times. Death or serious injuries could occur if you are ejected from the vehicle during a collision. 30 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure If your power convertible top does not operate in the Auto Opening/Closing mode (automatically opening/closing to the one-quarter open and three-quarter open comfort stops), or if the remote keyless power top function is inoperable, or if the trunk lid does not open - the following relearn procedure may be necessary. 1. Confirm that the door/trunk lid are closed. 2. Begin with the top in the fully closed position (using manual mode). 3. Hold the OPEN button to move the top to the fully open position. 4. CONTINUE to hold the OPEN button for an additional three seconds. 5. Release the OPEN button. 6. Hold the CLOSED button to move the top to the fully closed position. 7. CONTINUE to hold the CLOSED button until the top begins to cycle fully open, then release the CLOSED button. At the end of step 7 the top will automatically cycle to the fully open position, and then close to the 1/4 open position. This will confirm that the relearn procedure was successful. Auto Open/Close will now be functional. Trunk lid operation will be functional. Remote Keyless Power Top Function will be functional. NOTE: DO NOT interrupt this activity. If the power convertible top does not relearn repeat the procedure a second time. Wind Stop The Wind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle. The Wind Stop will not interfere with power top operation. Therefore, it can remain installed when the top is up. 31 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the windows down, or top down (convertible models), adjust one or both windows up or down slightly. 32 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER • To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than –22° F (–30° C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used. An externally-powered electric engine block heater is available as optional equipment or from your authorized studio. • The message "plug in engine heater" will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5° F (–15° C) at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start. If Engine Fails To Start CAUTION! • Use of the recommended SAE 5W-30 oil and adhering to the prescribed oil change intervals is important to prevent engine damage and ensure satisfactory starting in cold conditions. • Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started.Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. • To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. WARNING! Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury. 33 ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 34 ELECTRONICS 35 ELECTRONICS AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press the right or left arrows to seek through radio stations in AM or FM bands. Seek through tracks in CD. • Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping. Tune Up/Down Buttons • Press the up or down arrows to manually search through radio stations in AM or FM bands. Fast Forward or Fast Rewind through a CD track. Audio Settings • Press the AUDIO button, then press the up and down arrows to select BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE. To adjust a setting, use the right and left arrows. TUNER • Press the Tuner button to select between AM, FM, SAT (SiriusXM Satellite Radio) modes. 36 ELECTRONICS Info • Press the Info button to view Song, Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist, Folder information (if available) in CD, Media Player and SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if so equipped). Also use the Info button to toggle RDS information in FM. MENU • Press the MENU button and one of the following options will appear on the Radio display. Use the up and down arrows to scroll through the options; use the left and right arrows to change a selection setting. • Speech Volume • Aux Audio Offset • Radio Off • Sat ID • • • • SiriusXM Telephone Number System Reset Speed Volume On Volume Limit Clock Setting • The time is set using the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display. • With the Date and Time shown in the EVIC display, press the SET button to enter the menu mode. • Press the plus or minus buttons until "Set Time" is displayed and press the SET button again. • Press the SET button; “hours” will flash on the display. • Press the plus or minus buttons to adjust the hours. • When setting the hour is complete, briefly press the SET button and “minutes” will flash in the display. Press the plus or minus buttons to adjust the minutes. • When setting the time is complete, press and hold the SET button. Station Presets • To store a tuned station, find the station to store by either pressing the right and left arrow (Seek) buttons or by pressing up or down arrow (Manual Tune) buttons. • Once the station is found, press and hold one of the PRESET buttons, until you hear a confirmation beep (Preset Saved will be shown in the radio display). A total of 15 FM, 10 AM and 15 SiriusXM Satellite Radio stations can be preset by pressing the A-B-C button. A-B-C Button • Press the A-B-C button to choose between the presets stored in the AM, FM or SAT modes. The mode (AM, FM, SAT), station preset (A, B, C) and preset button number (P 1-5) will be displayed in the middle of the radio display. 37 ELECTRONICS BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE OPERATION • FIAT’s Windows Mobile™ based BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication is a personal telematics system that incorporates communication and entertainment applications that are specifically designed for use in your car. • The BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication package installed in your car is equipped with integral hands-free functionality, message reader, and media player. BLUE&ME™ is designed to support the future installation of additional services. • The BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication package features integrated voice recognition, steering wheel controls and a multifunction electronic display that allows you to use your Bluetooth® enabled wireless technology enabled mobile phone without having to take your eyes off the road. You can even keep your phone in a pocket or a bag. You are not required to train the voice recognition system to recognize your voice. The system is “speaker independent” and performs equally well for different users. WARNING! Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. It is strongly recommended that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road or your hands off the steering wheel.Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. Front Steering Wheel Buttons • The operations of the front BLUE&ME™ Steering Wheel buttons, located on the front left of the steering wheel, are as follows: 38 ELECTRONICS Button PHONE/MENU MUTE/ESC VOICE RECOGNITION (VR) PHONE HANG UP Short press function (less than 1 second) Launch BLUE&ME™ Main Menu Dial the number displayed on the display that was accessed haptically from the phonebook or the recent calls list Accept an incoming phone call Switch between two ongoing phone conversations (call waiting) Dial the name/number on the display that was selected/entered by voice recognition Cancel voice recognition Cancel a voice announcement Interrupt message reading Exit BLUE&ME™ Main Menu Exit the sub-menu and return to the previous menu option Exit current menu option without storing settings Turn the microphone on/ off during a phone conversation Mute the ring tone of an incoming call Media player Pause on/off Activate voice recognition Interrupt voice announcement to provide a new voice command Reject an incoming call and end a phone call in progress End an active call and switch to a call waiting (on hold) Long press function (more than 1 second) – – Repeat the last utterance in a voice interaction – 39 ELECTRONICS PRESET UP/OK (center button on left side back of steering wheel) SCAN UP/SCAN DOWN (left side back of steering wheel Confirm manually selected menu option Switch phone conversation from the hands-free phone to your mobile phone and vice versa Select displayed message Scroll BLUE&ME™ menu items Scroll through media player tracks Scroll inbox messages – – Steering Wheel Audio Controls • The right hand control on the rear of the steering wheel is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. Press the switch up for Volume +. Press the switch down for Volume –. The button in the center is the SRC button used to change audio sources (e.g. AM, FM, CD, Media Player). • The left hand control on the rear of the steering wheel is also a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. Press the top of the switch to Scan Up. Press the bottom of the switch to Scan Down. The button in the center is the PRESET UP/OK button. BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication • To use the hands-free feature, you need a Bluetooth® wireless technology enabled mobile phone. This hands-free feature gives you the possibility of interacting vocally with your mobile phone while driving, even if your mobile device does not feature this capability.You can also interact with your mobile phone manually and visually using the steering wheel controls and the instrument panel EVIC display. • To get started with BLUE&ME™ hands-free feature with voice recognition, you have to simply pair your Bluetooth® wireless technology enabled mobile phone with the system. Pair Your Mobile Phone • Press VR steering wheel button and “Settings” then, at the end of the BLUE&ME™ message say “Pairing”. • The system will show the phone pairing PIN number on the EVIC display. For the next two steps, consult your mobile phone owner’s manual about Bluetooth® pairing procedures for your phone. • On your mobile phone, search for devices equipped with Bluetooth® wireless technology (the setting on your mobile phone might be called Discover or New Device). In this list you will find BLUE&ME™ (name identifying the BLUE&ME™ system on your car): select it. 40 ELECTRONICS • When prompted by the mobile phone, enter the PIN number shown on the instrument panel display using your mobile phone keypad. If pairing is successful, the system will say “Connecting” and at the end the display will show as confirmation message, the ID of the paired mobile phone. • It is essential to wait until you see this confirmation message on the display. Pressing PHONE/MENU button on the steering wheel or MUTE/ESC button before the message is displayed may cancel the pairing process. If the pairing process fails, an error message will be displayed: in this event repeat the pairing procedure. • At first pairing, BLUE&ME™ will say “Welcome” immediately after connecting. This message will no longer be heard when your phone automatically connects to the BLUE&ME™ system on future ignition cycles. • BLUE&ME™ will ask if you would like to copy your paired phone phonebook to BLUE&ME™. It is recommended to copy it. To start copying the phonebook say “Yes”, otherwise say “No”. • For certain mobile phones the phonebook is not copied automatically, in this case you must transfer the phonebook contacts using your mobile phone keypad. If BLUE&ME™ asks you to do this, then perform this procedure following the instructions specific to your mobile phone and press PHONE/MENU button on the steering wheel when you have finished. Making a Phone Call • Assume that “John Smith” is one of the contacts stored in your phonebook. • To call John Smith, proceed as follows: • Press the VR steering wheel button and pronounce “Call John Smith”. • If the name is recognized, the system will display the recognized contact’s information on the display screen. • If there is just one phone number for John Smith in your phonebook, the system will ask if you would like to call John Smith. To start the call say “Yes”, otherwise say “No”. • If John Smith has several phone numbers, the system will ask which phone number you would like to call (e.g.: “Call John Smith (at) Work or (at) Home?”). Answer with the type of required phone number (e.g.: “(at) Home”). • If John Smith has several phone numbers but the “location” (i.e.: the type of phone number like work, home, etc.) is missing, the system will display the selected contact and a list of related phone numbers on the instrument cluster display. The hands-free phone system will ask if you would like to call the phone number displayed. To respond with “Yes”, pronounce “Yes”, otherwise say “No”. If this is the correct contact but the wrong number, say “Forward” or “Backward” to navigate to the phone number you’d like to call. To call the displayed phone number, pronounce “Call”. You can also scroll through the phone number list manually by pressing the buttons on the back of the steering wheel until you find the required number. Then, press PRESET UP/OK button on the rear of the steering wheel to start the call. • To end the phone call, press the PHONE HANG UP button on the steering wheel. 41 ELECTRONICS Media Player • With the BLUE&ME™ media player you can play, via the car sound system, the digital audio files stored on a USB device by simply connecting it to the USB port located in the glove box of the car. • The MEDIA PLAYER menu enables the following: – Display tracks stored on your USB stick/iPod®. – Play audio files stored on your USB stick/iPod®. How To Connect The USB Stick/iPod® To BLUE&ME™ • To connect your USB stick/iPod® to BLUE&ME™, proceed as follows: • Copy tracks on your USB stick/iPod® (BLUE&ME™ recognizes .wma, .mp3 and .wav, .aac formats for audio files and .wpl and .m3u for playlists). • USB devices without USB wire: just connect the USB stick/iPod® (directly or by an extension lead) to the USB port on the car. • USB stick/iPod® with USB wire: use the wire to connect the USB stick/iPod® to the USB port on the car. • Turn the ignition key to ON. BLUE&ME™ will start automatically to play your digital tracks selecting them from the library built at the moment the USB stick/iPod® is connected. • If AUTOPLAY is set to “ON”, BLUE&ME™ will start playback automatically. • Refer to the iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL section in this manual and the BLUE&ME™ User's Manual on the DVD for more details. WARNING! Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. It is strongly recommended that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road or your hands off the steering wheel. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. 42 ELECTRONICS iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL • The USB port located within the glove box, allows you to plug an iPod® or USB device into the vehicle's sound system. • To hear audio from devices connected to this port press the MEDIA button on the radio faceplate. • When connected to this feature: • The iPod® or USB device audio can be played on the vehicle’s sound system. • The iPod® can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® or external devices contents. Refer to the BLUE&ME™ Manual on the DVD for details. • The iPod® battery charges when plugged into the USB port (if supported by the specific audio device). • Compatible iPod® devices may also be controllable using voice commands. Refer to the BLUE&ME™ Manual on the DVD for details. NOTE: The USB port supports certain Mini, Classic, Nano, Touch, and iPhone® devices. The USB port also supports playing music from compatible external USB Mass Storage Class memory devices. For supported audio file formats, refer to the USB Port section on the Owner's Manual on the DVD. Some iPod® software versions may not fully support the USB port features. Please visit Apple’s website for iPod® software updates. WARNING! Do not plug in or remove the iPod® or external device while driving. Failure to follow this warning could result in a collision. 43 ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the right side of the Instrument Cluster allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. For additional information, refer to Programmable Features in this guide. • Press the SET button to enter the menu mode. • Press the plus or minus buttons to scroll through the menu settings. • Once the menu setting is shown in the EVIC display press the SET button to access the setting and use the plus or minus buttons to change the current setting. Press the SET button a second time to save the setting and return to menu screen. PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Press and release the SET button until menu is displayed, then press the plus or minus buttons to scroll through the settings. • Once the menu setting is shown in the EVIC display press the SET button to access the setting and use the plus or minus buttons to change the current setting. The menu includes the following functions: • Dimmer • Units • Speed Beep • Language • Trip B Data • Buzzer Volume • Set Time • Button Volume • Set Date • Belt Buzzer • See Radio (Repeat Audio Information) • Hill Start Assist • Speed Display • Daytime Running Lamps • Autoclose • Exit Menu 44 ELECTRONICS TRIP BUTTON • The Trip button is located on the end of the wiper lever to the right of the steering column. The trip button can be used to display and reset the following functions: • Range • Distance Travelled • Average Consumption • Instant Consumption • Average Speed • Travel Time • Short press (less than 1 second) to display different functions. • Long press (more than 1 second) to reset and start a new trip. New Trip • A new trip can be reset or restarted by: • “Manual” resetting by the user, by pressing the Trip button; • “Automatically” resetting, when the “Trip distance” reaches 9999.9 miles or when the “Travel time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes); • After disconnecting/reconnecting the battery. Trip A • Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset. Trip B • Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset. Start Of Trip Procedure • With the ignition key on, press and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset Trip A or Trip B. Exit Trip • The Trip function is over when all the values have been displayed or holding the SET button for longer than one second. • Briefly press the SET button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the SET (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing settings. 45 ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet, located in the floor console, for added convenience. This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices. NOTE: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your new vehicle warranty. 46 UTILITY TRAILER TOWING • Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE Towing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Flat Tow NONE Dolly Tow On Trailer Front Rear ALL Manual Transmission Transmission in NEUTRAL OK NOT ALLOWED OK Automatic Transmission NOT ALLOWED OK NOT ALLOWED OK NOTE: • Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be recreationally towed (flat towed) at any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the manual transmission is in NEUTRAL. • This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the ground. CAUTION! • Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground. • Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 47 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • If your FIAT 500 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. See your Warranty booklet for further details. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling. • Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions. • You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival. If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent, we will contact local police or safety authorities. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS - Generic Warning Light • The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur: Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure, External Light Failure, Fuel Cut-Off Intervention, Fuel Cut-Off Not Available, Parking Sensor Failure. - Power Steering System Warning • If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message and icon are displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) display, it indicates that extreme steering maneuvers have occurred, which caused an over temperature condition in the power steering system. You will lose power steering assistance momentarily until the over temperature condition no longer exists. Once driving conditions are safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle. After approximately five minutes, the system will cool and return to normal operation. - Automatic Gearbox Failure • This light will illuminate when there is an automatic transmission fault. • Have the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. - Engine Temperature Warning Light • This light warns of an overheated engine condition. • If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately. • We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. 48 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.You may want to call an authorized dealer for service if your vehicle overheats. - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light • This light informs you of a problem with the system. • If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position; the light should turn off. • If the light remains lit with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an authorized dealer immediately. If the light is flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing. - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light • This light indicates the ESC system has been turned off by the driver. - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation / Malfunction Indicator Light • The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on for four seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on, see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected. NOTE: • The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN. • Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC system will be ON even if it was turned off previously. - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light • Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly, when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) 49 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. • IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR. 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’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. • Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue each time the vehicle is restarted as long as the malfunction exists. • When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. NOTE: Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition. 50 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result. BRAKE - Brake Warning Light • The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake System problem. • Please have your vehicle serviced immediately. WARNING! Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately. - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) • Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and not require towing. • If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. - Charging System Light • This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. • We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. 51 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Oil Pressure Warning Light • This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on. • We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. - Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light • This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). • If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend you drive to the nearest authorized dealer immediately and have the vehicle serviced immediately. - Air Bag Warning Light • If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, shift transmission into NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an overheat condition: • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C system adds heat to the engine cooling system and turning the A/C off can help remove this heat. • You can also turn the Temperature control to maximum heat, the Mode control to floor and the Fan control to high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. • If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately. • We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge reads hot, pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on hot, turn the engine off immediately and call for service. 52 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine 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. Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot. JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary spare tire. The jack and jack-handle are stowed in a bag under the front driver’s seat. 53 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Spare Tire Removal • The spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the cargo area. 1. Remove the winch access plug located in one of two places in the rear cargo area. NOTE: • Right side of the rear cargo area (pictured below). • Center of the rear cargo area. 2. Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut. Use the wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle. 54 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. 4. When the spare is clear, remove the knob or plastic molded nut by rotating it counter-clockwise. 5. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. 55 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever in PARK (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmission). 5. Turn Off the ignition. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked. Jacking Instructions NOTE: Refer to the “Compact Spare Tire” section of the “Tires-General Information” under “Starting And Operating” for information about the spare tire, it's use, and operation. 1. Remove the scissors jack and tool bag from under the driver's seat. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. 56 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: There are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding). Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. 4. Using the swivel wrench, raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire. Minimum tire lift provides maximum stability. 5. Remove the wheel bolts and pull the wheel off the hub. For vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels, the center caps must be removed to remove the wheel bolts. NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel bolts. When reinstalling the original wheel, properly align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel bolts. 6. Install the spare wheel and wheel bolts with the cone shaped end of the bolts toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the bolts. To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the bolts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. 7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 8. Finish tightening the bolts. Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel bolts. Alternate bolts until each bolt has been tightened twice. The correct wheel bolt torque is 63 ft lbs (85 N·m) for steel wheels and 75 ft lbs (100 N·m) for aluminum wheels. If you doubt that you have tightened the bolts correctly, have them checked with a torque wrench by your authorized dealer or service station. 57 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 9. Disassemble the jack and tools and place them in the bag. Stow it under the driver's seat and secure the bag to the floor with the straps attached to the floor of the vehicle. 10. Place the deflated (flat) tire in the cargo area. Have the tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible. 11. Check the spare tire pressure as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressure as required. Spare Tire Stowage • Reverse instructions of the spare removal section. • Rotate the jack wrench tool on the winch drive nut clockwise until effort becomes heavy and an audible click is heard indicating the spare is properly stowed. CAUTION! • The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can damage the winch. • Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. • Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. 58 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack. if you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a authorized dealer where it can be raised on a lift. • The jack is designed to use as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm, level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. • After using the jack and tools, always reinstall them in the original carrier and location. While driving you may experience abrupt stopping, rapid acceleration, or sharp turns. A loose jack, tools, bracket or other objects in the vehicle may move around with force, resulting in serious injury. • 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 possible before raising the vehicle. • Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in PARK; a manual transmission in REVERSE. • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • If working on or near a roadway, be extremely careful of motor traffic. • To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem facing the ground. • Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle unstable and cause a collision. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. • A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure someone in the vehicle. Always stow the jack parts and the extra tire and wheel in the places provided. 59 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT KIT • Your vehicle may be equipped with a TIREFIT kit. The TIREFIT kit is located under the front driver’s seat. • Small punctures up to 1/4 in (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C). • This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a maximum speed of 55 mph (88 km/h). TIREFIT Storage • The TIREFIT kit is located under the front driver's seat. TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button 5. Mode Select Knob 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) 8. Power Plug Using The Mode Select Knob and Hoses • Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting Air Mode • Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position for air pump operation only. Use the Black Air Pump Hose (7) when selecting this mode. Selecting Sealant Mode • Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose) (6) when selecting this mode. Using The Power Button • Push and release the Power Button (4) once to turn On the TIREFIT kit. Push and release the Power Button (4) again to turn Off the TIREFIT kit. Using The Deflation Button • Press the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated. 60 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT Usage Precautions • Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement”. • The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one tire application use. After each use, always replace these components immediately at an authorized dealer. • When the TIREFIT sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components. Once the sealant dries, it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded. • For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit. • You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two needles, located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflatable items. However, use only the Air Pump Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Air Mode when inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into them. The TIREFIT Sealant is only intended to seal punctures less than 1/4 in (6 mm) diameter in the tread of your vehicle. • Do not lift or carry the TIREFIT kit by the hoses. Sealing A Tire With TIREFIT (A) Whenever You Stop To Use TIREFIT: 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard Warning flashers. 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. This will allow the TIREFIT Hoses (6) and (7) to reach the valve stem and keep the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground. This will provide the best positioning of the kit when injecting the sealant into the deflated tire and running the air pump. Move the vehicle as necessary to place the valve stem in this position before proceeding. 3. Place the transmission in PARK (auto transmission) or in Gear (manual transmission) and cycle the ignition to the OFF position. 4. Set the parking brake. (B) Setting Up To Use TIREFIT: 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode position. 2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose. 3. Place the TIREFIT kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire. 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the valve stem. 5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet. 61 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 6. Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) from the tire. (C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated Tire: • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIREFIT kit. NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL. • After pressing the Power Button (4), the sealant (white fluid) will flow from the Sealant Bottle (1) through the Sealant Hose (6) and into the tire. NOTE: Sealant may leak out through the puncture in the tire. • If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 seconds through the Sealant Hose (6): 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn Off the TIREFIT kit. Disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the valve stem. Make sure the valve stem is free of debris. Reconnect the Sealant Hose (6) to the valve stem. Check that the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Sealant Mode position and not Air Mode. Press the Power Button (4) to turn On the TIREFIT kit. 2. Connect the Power Plug (8) to a different 12 Volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if available. Make sure the engine is running before turning ON the TIREFIT kit. 3. The Sealant Bottle (1) may be empty due to previous use. Call for assistance. NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). • If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant Hose (6): 1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through the hose (typically takes 30 - 70 seconds). As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose (6), the Pressure Gauge (3) can read as high as 70 psi (5 kPa). The Pressure Gauge (3) will decrease quickly from approximately 70 psi (5 kPa) to the actual tire pressure when the Sealant Bottle (1) is empty. 2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immediately after the Sealant Bottle (1) is empty. Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). • If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 kPa) pressure within 15 minutes: • The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. 62 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing. • If the tire inflates to the recommended pressure or is at least 26 psi (1.8 Bar) pressure within 15 minutes: 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn off the TIREFIT kit. 2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle (1) and place the sticker on the instrument panel. 3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Vehicle”. (D) Drive Vehicle: • Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire. Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). (E) After Driving: • Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT” before continuing. 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Air Mode position. 2. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. 3. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicles 12 Volt power outlet. 4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge (3). • If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 kPa), the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 kPa) or higher: 1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door opening. 2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the valve stem and unplug from 12 Volt outlet. 3. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle. 4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire service center. 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.” 63 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing. • When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized dealer or service center that the tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit. (F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement: 1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color). 2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant bottle. 3. Press the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly. 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing. 5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place. 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) and return the hose to its storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump). 7. Return the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the vehicle. CAUTION! • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. • Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can result in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior. It can also result in sealant contacting internal TIREFIT kit components which may cause permanent damage to the kit. 64 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 TIREFIT kit. • Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances: • If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4 in. (6 mm) or larger. • If the tire has any sidewall damage. • If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure. • If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire. • If the wheel has any damage. • If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel. • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source. • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle. Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place provided. Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you. • Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change clothing as soon as possible, if there is any contact with clothing. • TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex. In case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately. • TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using TIREFIT. Do not exceed 55 mph (88 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. 65 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE • 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 section carefully. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions. Preparations For Jump-Start • The battery in your vehicle is located on the left side of the engine compartment. 1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmission into PARK and turn the ignition to OFF/LOCK. 2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories. 3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF. Jump-Starting Procedure 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicles engine) away from the battery and the fuel injection system. 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: 1. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the engine ground (-) of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 66 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 4. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. • If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, you should have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer. CAUTION! • Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. • Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator or electrical system may occur. • Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. WARNING! • Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on.You can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured. • Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks away from the battery. • Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result. • Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion. • Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to explode and could result in personal injury. 67 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: • Firmly set the parking brake. • Remove the shift lever override access cover located on the right side of the shift lever housing. • Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position without starting the engine. • Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. • Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, push and hold the override release lever in. • Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position. • The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. • Reinstall the shift lever override access cover. 68 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE With Ignition Key Automatic Transmission • Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). Manual Transmission • Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL. • Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). NOTE: If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON/RUN position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL. All Transmissions • If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.), the key must be in the ON/RUN position. Make certain the transmission remains in NEUTRAL. Without The Ignition Key • Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the OFF/ LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. • Battery power is required to release the brake/transmission interlock system (automatic transmission only). There is a removable plug in the right side of the shift lever housing that allows you to insert your finger to override the system. The ignition key must be in the ON/RUN position to use the override lever. CAUTION! • Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe transmission damage. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. • DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. • If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position. • Do not attempt to use sling-type equipment when towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components. Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing. 69 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM • In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the following functions: • Cut off fuel to the engine. • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off. • Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed. • Unlock the doors automatically. • After the event occurs, when the system is active, the message "Fuel Cutoff See Handbook" is displayed. • Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine compartment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine. NOTE: In order to start the engine and move the vehicle to a safe location after an impact, the System Reset Procedure must be completed. System Reset Procedure • After an impact causing air bag deployment, the left and right turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel cluster, will both be blinking until the ignition is turned off. • In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you must follow the system reset procedure. Customer Action 1. Turn ignition OFF. (Turn Signal Switch must be placed in Neutral State). 2. Turn ignition ON. Customer Will See Left Turn Light is OFF. Right Turn Light BLINKS. 3. Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON. Right Turn Light is ON SOLID. Left Turn Light BLINKS. 4. Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON. Left Turn Light is ON SOLID. Right Turn Light BLINKS. 5. Turn Right Turn Signal Switch ON. Right Turn Light is ON SOLID. Left Turn Light BLINKS. 6. Turn Left Turn Signal Switch ON. Left Turn Light is ON SOLID. Right Turn Light is ON SOLID. Left Turn Light is OFF. Right Turn Light is 7. Turn Left Turn Signal Switch OFF. (Turn Signal Switch must be placed in Neutral State). OFF. 8. Turn ignition OFF. System is now reset and the engine may be started. 9. Turn Hazard Flashers OFF (manually). 70 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • If a reset procedure step is not completed within 45 seconds, then the turn signal lights will turn off and the reset procedure must be performed again in order to be successful. FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE/1st gear and REVERSE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most effective. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control or Electronic Stability Control (ESC), turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock” the vehicle. CAUTION! • Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the engine to idle with the shift lever in NEUTRAL for at least one minute after every five rocking-motion cycles. This will minimize overheating and reduce the risk of transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle. • When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by moving between DRIVE/2nd and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmission shifting occurring). WARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed. 71 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: • How various systems in your vehicle were operating. • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened. • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal. • How fast the vehicle was traveling. • These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. 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. • To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. 72 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD • Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. • Raise the hood and locate the safety latch in the middle of the hood opening. • Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. • Insert the support rod into the slot on the hood. • To close the hood, remove the support rod and place it in the retaining clip, then lower the hood slowly. WARNING! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. 73 74 1.4L Engine ENGINE COMPARTMENT MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 1.4L Turbo Engine MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 75 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Engine Coolant 1.4L/1.4L Turbo Engine with Manual Transmission Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Coolant 1.4L/1.4L We recommend you use Turbo Engine with AutoMOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine matic Transmission Coolant 10 Year/ 150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). Engine Oil with Filter 1.4L We recommend you use Engine API Certified SAE 5W30 Engine Oil. Engine Oil with Filter 1.4L We recommend you use Turbo Engine API Certified SAE 5W40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil. Engine Oil Filter We recommend you use MOPAR® Engine Oil Filters. Fuel Selection 1.4L Engine 87 Octane Recommended – 91 Octane Acceptable Fuel Selection 1.4L Turbo 91 Octane Recommended Engine – 87 Octane Acceptable Manual Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR® C635 DDCT/ MTX Transmission Fluid. We recommend you use Automatic Transmission MOPAR® AW-1 Transmission Fluid. We recommend you use MOPAR® DOT 3, SAE J1703. If DOT 3, SAE Brake Master Cylinder J1703 brake fluid is not available, then DOT 4 is acceptable. We recommend you use Spark Plugs 1.4L/1.4L Turbo MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap Engine 0.026 in [.65 mm]) 76 Capacities 4.6 Quarts (4.4 Liters) 5.8 Quarts (5.5 Liters) 4 Quarts (4.0 Liters) 4 Quarts (4.0 Liters) — 10.5 Gallons (40 Liters) (Approximate) 10.5 Gallons (40 Liters) (Approximate) — — — — MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Convertible Top Rails We recommend you use Berulub FR 43. Capacities — CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Additive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compatible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency, it should be flushed with OAT coolant and replaced with the specified OAT engine coolant (antifreeze) as soon as possible. • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use additional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator. • This vehicle has not been designed for use with propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze). Use of propylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is not recommended. 77 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This means that service is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Required” message is displayed. Severe Operating Conditions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500 miles (805 km). NOTE: Under no circumstances should oil change intervals exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or twelve months, whichever comes first. Severe Duty All Models Change Engine Oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment. This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty. Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip: • Check engine oil level. • Check windshield washer fluid level. • Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage. • Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder, and fill as needed. • Check function of all interior and exterior lights. Maintenance Chart Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on. • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required. • Inspect brake pads, rotors, and hoses. • Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses. • Check and adjust hand brake. • Inspect exhaust system. • Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions. 78 X X X X X X X X X X X X X ** The spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. Replace the timing belt. X X X X X X X Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary. X 50,000 X X X X X X X X 60,000 X 70,000 Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Replace spark plugs (1.4L Turbo Engine). ** Replace spark plugs (1.4L Engine). ** Clean and lube sun roof tracks. Replace cabin air filter. Replace engine air filter. 30,000 X X Inspect parking brake function. Adjust as necessary. 40,000 X X Inspect the brake linings. Replace as necessary. Additional Maintenance X Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary. Inspect the CV joints. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X 20,000 32,000 X 48,000 Or Kilometers: 80,000 X 64,000 X 80,000 X X X X X X 96,000 X 6 90,000 X 7 112,000 X 8 128,000 X 9 144,000 Additional Inspections 15 14 13 12 11 10 160,000 5 110,000 176,000 4 120,000 192,000 3 130,000 208,000 2 140,000 224,000 Or Years: 150,000 240,000 Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 100,000 Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 79 80 • 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 mechanic. • Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and effect vehicle handling and performance. This could cause an accident. WARNING! MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Interior Fuses • The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module (BCM) and is located on the driver's side under the instrument panel. Cavity Vehicle Fuse Number Mini Fuse Description 1 F12 7.5 Amp Brown 2 F32 5 Amp Tan 3 4 F53 F38 5 Amp Tan 20 Amp Yellow 5 F36 10 Amp Red 6 7 8 9 F43 F48 F13 F50 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 7.5 Amp Brown 7.5 Amp Brown 10 F51 5 Amp Tan 11 F37 5 Amp Tan 12 F49 5 Amp Tan 13 14 F31 F47 5 Amp Tan 20 Amp Yellow Right Low Beam Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy Lights Instrument Panel Node Central Door Locking Diagnostic Socket, Car Radio, Climate Control System, Tire Pressure Monitor, TCU and CTM Bi-Directional Washer Passenger Power Window Left Low Beam Airbag Car Radio Switch, Climate Control System, Stop Light, Exterior Mirrors and Sunroof Switch Stop Light Switch, Instrument Panel Node Exterior Mirror, GPS, Electric Mirror, Parking Sensor, Sunroof Switch Ignition, Climate Control, RDU and EVCU Driver Power Window Underhood Fuses • A second fuse panel is located on the drivers side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover. • The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Cavity Maxi Fuse F01 F02 F03 F04 F05 F06 60 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 40 Amp Orange 70 Amp Tan 20 Amp Yellow Mini Fuse Description Body Controller Audio Amplifier Ignition Switch Anti-Lock Brake Pump Electric Power Steering Radiator Fan - Single Speed 81 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse F06 F07 F08 F09 F10 F11 F11 30 Amp Green 40 Amp Orange 30 Amp Green Mini Fuse 10 Amp 10 Amp 15 Amp 10 Amp Red Red Blue Red F14 F15 F16 F17 5 Amp Tan 15 Amp Blue 7.5 Amp Brown 25 Amp White F17 F18 F18 15 Amp Blue 15 Amp Blue 5 Amp Tan F19 F20 F21 F23 F24 F30 F82 F84 F85 F87 F90 7.5 Amp Brown 15 Amp Blue 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow 7.5 Amp Brown 15 Amp Blue 82 30 Amp Green 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue 5 Amp Tan 5 Amp Tan Description Radiator Fan - Low Speed Radiator Fan - High Speed Blower Motor Powertrain Horn Powertrain Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped) High beam (Shutter) Cigar Lighter Transmission Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped) Powertrain Powertrain Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped) Air Conditioning Heated Seats – If Equipped Fuel Pump Anti-Lock Brake Valves Stability Control System Fog Lamps Sunroof/Convertible Top Transmission Rear Defroster, Heated Mirrors Lights Heated Mirrors MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, 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” label located on the driver’s side door opening. NOTE: Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for more information regarding tire warnings and instructions. WARNING! • Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. Under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure and may result in severe cracking, component separation, or “blow out”. Over-inflation reduces a tire’s ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure. Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle. Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control. 83 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain their luster and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap solution recommended for the body of the vehicle. Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium chloride, etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge and mild soap to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh chemicals or a stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s protective coating that helps keep them from corroding and tarnishing. NOTE: Many aftermarket wheel cleaners contain strong acids or strong alkaline additives that can harm the wheel surface. CAUTION! Avoid products or automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or harsh brushes. These products and automatic car washes may damage the wheel's protective finish. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended. When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including excessive brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to prevent damage to the wheels. Mopar Wheel Treatment or Mopar Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is recommended or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or chrome wheels. Do not use any products on Dark Vapor or Black Satin Chrome Wheels. They will permanently damage this finish and such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. CAUTION! Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, metal polishes or oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel's protective finish. Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, MOPAR Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended. 84 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE NOTE: If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for a few minutes before doing so. Driving the vehicle and applying the brakes when stopping will reduce the risk of brake rotor corrosion. Dark Vapor Or Black Satin Chrome Wheels CAUTION! If your vehicle is equipped with Dark Vapor or Black Satin Chrome wheels DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage this finish and such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. USE ONLY MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular basis; this is all that is required to maintain this finish. EXTERIOR BULBS LIGHT BULBS – Exterior Bulb Number High Beam Headlight Low Beam Headlight Front Park/Daytime Front Turn Signals Side Turn Signals Brake Lights Backup Lights Interior Cargo Light Fog Lights Center High Mount Stop Light (CHMSL) HI R2 HI R2 W21/5W WY21W W5W P21W/5W W16W C5W H11 W5W 85 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1-888-242-6342 ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED • To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1–800–380–CHRY. Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for Voice callers, dial 1–800–855–0511 to connect with a Bell Relay Service operator. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. PUBLICATIONS ORDERING • If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain one free printed copy of the Owner's Manual, Warranty Booklet or Radio Manuals on your DVD by calling 1–888–242–6342 (U.S.) or 1–800–387–1143 (Canada) or by contacting your studio. • Replacement English User Guide kits or DVDs may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com or by calling 1–800–890–4038 (U.S.) or 1–800–387–1143 (Canada). Visa, Master Card, American Express and Discover orders are accepted. If you prefer mailing your order, please call the above numbers for an order form. NOTE: A street address is required when ordering manuals (no P.O. Boxes). 86 CUSTOMER 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. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer and the manufacturer. • To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West Building, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. In Canada • If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/ roadsafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm • French Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should contact Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls at 1-800-333-0510 or go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/securiteroutiere/ 87 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 500. • In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved. • For the full line of Authentic FIAT Accessories by Mopar, visit your local FIAT dealer or online at mopar.com. EXTERIOR: • Chrome Hood Spear • Chrome Mirror Cover • Chrome Lower Grill and Fog Light Surrounds • Chrome Fuel Door INTERIOR: • Door Sill Guards • Chrome Shift Knob • Instrument Panel Graphics ELECTRONICS: • GPS Tracking System(s) • Portable Navigation Systems • Rear Park Distance Sensors CARRIERS: • Roof Rack • Snowboard/Ski Carrier 88 • Chrome Exhaust Tip • Side Window Air Deflectors • Body Side Molding • Front End Cover • Molded Splash Guards • Wheel Pocket Inserts • Locking Fuel Cap • Interior Appliques • Key Covers • Roadside Safety Kit • Premium Carpet Floor Mats • Slush Mats • Cargo Organizer • Remote Start • Wi-Fi • Sound System Upgrades • Interior/Ambient Lighting • Vehicle Cover • iPod Connection Kit • Bike Carrier • Luggage Carrier • Canoe Carrier • Hitch-mount Bike Carrier FAQ (How To?) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 13 • How do I fold down my rear seat? pg. 17 ELECTRONICS • What Sound System do I have? pg. 34 • How do I set the clock on my radio? pg. 37 • How do I set the presets on my radio? pg. 37 • How do I connect my portable media player/iPod/MP3? pg. 43 • How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with the BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication System? pg. 40 UTILITY • How much can I tow with my FIAT 500? pg. 47 • How do I tow my FIAT 500 behind another vehicle? pg. 47 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES • What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 49 • How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 66 • What should I do if my engine overheats? pg. 52 • How do I change a flat tire? pg. 53 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE • Where is my underhood fuse block located? pg. 81 • Where is my interior fuse block located? pg. 81 • What type of oil do I use? pg. 76 • How often should I change my engines oil? pg. 78 • What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 83 89 INDEX Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . .10 Automatic Oil Change Indicator. . . . . . .78 Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . .26 Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle . .19 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . Change Oil Indicator . . . . . . Changing A Flat Tire . . . . . . . Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . Cruise Control (Speed Control) Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 .78 .53 .37 .23 .86 Defects, Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Disarming, Theft System . . . . . . . . . . .10 Driver Cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light . . . . . . . Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine Break-In Recommendations . . . . Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . Fails to Start . . . . . . . . . . . Flooded, Starting . . . . . . . . . Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . Enhanced Accident Response Feature . Event Data Recorder . . . . . . . . . Exterior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flash-To-Pass. . . . . . . Flooded Engine Starting . Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . Front Heated Seats . . . Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 . . .44 Instrument Cluster Warning Lights . . . . .48 Jack Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Lane Change Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .49 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Locks Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . Maintenance Schedules . . . . . . Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mirrors Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . MOPAR® Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . .78 . . . . .78 . . . . .51 . . .25, 26 . . . . .88 New Vehicle Break-In Period . . . . . . . .19 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 . . .51 . . .53 . . .69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 .74 .33 .33 .52 .70 .72 .85 . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 .33 .71 .18 .81 .81 Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . .25, 26 Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 90 Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Placard, Tire and Loading Information . . . .83 Programmable Electronic Features . . . . .44 Reclining Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Recreational Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Power Convertible Top Function . . . . .8 Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . .87 Schedule, Maintenance. . . . . . Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . Seats Adjustment . . . . . . . . . Heated . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . Signals, Turn . . . . . . . . . . . Speed Control (Cruise Control) Starting Engine Fails to Start . . . . Store Radio Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 . . . . . .10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 .18 .37 .20 .23 . . . . . .33 . . . . . .37 INDEX Stuck, Freeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Theft System Arming . . Theft System Disarming . TIREFIT . . . . . . . . . Tires Air Pressure . . . . . Changing . . . . . . Jacking . . . . . . . . Towing Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 . . . . . . . . . .10 . . . . . . . . . .60 . . . . . . . . . .83 . . . . . . . . . .53 . . . . . . . . . .53 Recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . . . .47 Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Washer Rear . . . . . . . . Wheel and Wheel Trim Wind Buffeting . . . . Wiper, Rear . . . . . . . . . Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 .84 .32 .22 . . . . . . . . . .69 91 NOTES 92 NOTES 93 NOTES 94 NOTES 95 NOTES k 96 If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the your new FIAT and to provide a convenient reference source for common Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling 1-888-242-6342 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer. questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. For complete operational instructions, maintenance procedures and important safety messages, please consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals and other Warning Labels in your vehicle. Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the visit www.mopar.com or your local FIAT studio. vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their attention off the Driving and Alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, collisions.Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and could designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation. lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws. IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect® Manuals, Warranty Booklets, Tire Warranty and 24-Hour Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance (new vehicles purchased in Canada) in electronic format. We hope you find it useful. Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting www.techauthority.com. FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & Corporate Communication S.p.A., used under license by FCA US LLC. 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