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Fiat 2013 500 ABARTH Owner's Manual

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    Fiat 500 abarth chrysler group llc o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 3 2013 fia t 500 abar th 13fx24-126-ab second edition printed in u.S.A..

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    Vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name chrysler group llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the name chrysler canada inc. Used in substitution therefore. Driving and alcohol drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability c...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents section page 1 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2 things to know before starting your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3 understanding the feat...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 䡵 vehicle identification number . . . . . . . .6 䡵 vehicle modifications/alterations . . . .7 1.

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    Introduction congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be as- sured that it represents precision workmanship, distinc- tive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This owner’s manual has been prepared with the assis- tance of service and engineering spe...

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    1 introduction 5.

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    Warnings and cautions this owners manual contains warnings against oper- ating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury. It also contains cautions against procedures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire owners manual, you may miss important ...

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    Note: it is illegal to remove or alter the vin. Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped vin location 1 introduction 7.

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    Things to know before starting your vehicle contents 䡵 a word about your keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ ignition key removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ▫ locking doors with a key. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ▫ key-in-ignition reminder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 䡵 sentr...

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    ▫ lap/shoulder belt untwisting procedure . . . . .33 ▫ seat belts in passenger seating positions . . . . . .33 ▫ automatic locking retractor mode (alr) — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 ▫ energy management feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 ▫ seat belt pretension...

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    A word about your keys the key fob contains the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical key simply press the mechanical key release button. The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho- rized ...

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    Warning! • before exiting a vehicle, always turn the ignition to the off/lock position, apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into reverse gear, and remove the key fob from the ignition. When leav- ing the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or wit...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. Caution! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unatt...

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    Note: a key which has not been programmed is also considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. If the vehicle security light is on after the key is turned to the on/run position, it indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. Cau...

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    General information the sentry key® system complies with fcc rules part 15 and with rss-210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • this device may not cause harmful interference. • this device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference ...

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    To unlock the doors and liftgate press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice, within five seconds, to unlock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also...

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    If your rke transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. Weak battery in rke transmitter. The expected life of the battery is from one to two years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower, airport transmitter, and some mobile or c...

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    2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the key fob using a small screwdriver. 3. Take out the battery case. Remove and replace the battery observing its polarity. 4. Refit the battery case inside the key fob and turn the screw to lock it into place. Key fob screw location battery case removed 18...

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    Door locks the door locks can be manually locked or unlocked from inside the vehicle by using the door handle. If the door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle (indicating locked) when the door is closed, the door will lock. Warning! • do not leave children or animals i...

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    Warning! (continued) • allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever. • do not leave the key fob in or near the ve...

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    Autoclose when enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled using electronic vehicle information center (evic). To change the autoclose setting in the evic, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly pres...

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    Power windows power window switches there are single window controls located on the shifter bezel, below the climate controls, which operate the driver and passenger door windows. The window con- trols will operate when the ignition switch is in the on/run position. Warning! Never leave children in ...

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    Down automatically. To cancel the auto-down move- ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. Wind buffeting wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeti...

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    Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • if you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are c...

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    • all seat belt systems (except the driver’s) include automatic locking retractors (alrs), which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all the way out and then adjusting the belt to the desired length to restrain a child seat or secure a large item in a seat — if equipped pl...

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    You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly. 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly. 3. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the advanced front air...

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    Warning! (continued) • in a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buck- led up. 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...

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    Lap/shoulder belts all the seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with combination lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. How...

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    Warning! (continued) • two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size. Lap/shoulder belt operating in...

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    3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” warning! • a belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal inju- ries. Always buckle your belt into...

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    Warning! (continued) • 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. 4. Position the lap belt across your thigh...

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    Warning! • a lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdo- men. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • a twisted belt may not protect you properly. I...

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    Lap/shoulder belt untwisting procedure use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold ...

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    If the passenger seating position is equipped with an alr and is being used for normal usage: only pull the belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the alr. If the alr is activated, you will hear a ratcheting sound as the belt retracts....

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    Warning! • the belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor (alr) feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the service manual. • failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly...

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    Enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert®) beltalert® is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger beltalert®) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on. If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted...

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    Seat belt extender if a seat belt is too short even when fully extended and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized studio can provide you with a seat belt extender. This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long ...

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    In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a supplemental driver side knee air bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. Note: the driver and front passenger advanced front air bags are certified to the federal regulations for advanced air bags. The advanced front air bags are de...

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    And rear passengers sitting next to a window. The sabic are located above the side windows. The trim covering the sabic is labeled srs airbag. This vehicle is equipped with supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sab). The sab are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the fron...

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    Advanced front air bag features the advanced front air bag system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the occupant restraint controller (orc), which may receive information from the front impact sensors. Warning! • no objects should be placed over or ne...

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    Supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sab) supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sab) provide enhanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact. The sab are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats. When the air bag deploys, it opens the se...

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    Note: air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. The system includes side impact sensors that are cali- brated to deploy the seat-mounted side air bags (sab) and sabic during impacts that require air bag occupant protection. Sab and sabic ai...

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    Warning! • your vehicle is equipped with left and right supplemental side air bag inflatable curtain (sabic), do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the location of the sabic. The area where the sabic is located should remain free from any obstructions. • do not use accessory se...

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    Supplemental driver side knee air bag the supplemental driver side knee air bag provides enhanced protection and works together with the driver advanced front air bag during a frontal impact. Knee impact bolster the knee impact bolster helps protect the knees of the front passenger, and position the...

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    Advanced front air bags and supplemental driver side knee air bag are designed to provide additional protec- tion 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 redu...

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    The orc contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Also, the orc turns on the air bag warning light in the instrument panel for approxi- mately four to eight seconds for a self-check when the igni...

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    When the orc detects a collision requiring the ad- vanced front air bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the advanced front air bags. Different air bag inflation rates are possible, based on several factors, including the collision type and s...

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    Supplemental seat-mounted side air bag (sab) inflator units the supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sab) are designed to activate only in certain side collisions. The orc determines if a side collision requires the side air bags to inflate based on the severity and type of collision. Based on t...

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    Because air bag sensors estimate deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed. Front and side impact sensors in front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the orc in determining appropriate response to impact events. E...

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    Customer action customer will see 1. Turn ignition off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neutral state). 2. Turn ignition on. 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 swit...

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    If a reset procedure step is not completed within 45 sec- onds, then the turn signal lights will turn off and the reset procedure must be performed again in order to be successful. If a deployment occurs the advanced front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. Note: front an...

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    Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have de- ployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. Warning! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and th...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made. Take your vehicle to an authorized studio for any air bag system service. If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion,...

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    Note: if the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the occupant restraint controller (orc) may also be disabled. The air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Promptly check the body control module (bcm) fuse block inside the vehicle for blown fuses. ...

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    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 per- sonal data (e.G., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law en- forcement, could combin...

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    Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable safety standards. You should also make sure that you can install it in the vehicle where you will use it. Note: for additional information, refer to www.Seatcheck.Org or call 1–866–seatcheck. Ca...

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    Summary of recommendations for restraining children in vehicles child size, height, weight or age recommended type of child restraint infants and toddlers children who are two years old or younger and who have not reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint either an infant carrier ...

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    Infants and child restraints safety experts recommend that children ride rearward- facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear facing child safety seat. Two types of child restraints can be used rearward-facing: infant carrie...

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    Older children and child restraints children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward- facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direc- tion are for children who are over two ye...

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    Children too large for booster seats children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this simple 5-step test to decide whether ...

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    Recommendations for attaching child restraints restraint type combined weight of the child + child restraint use any attachment method shown with an “x” below latch – lower anchors only seat belt only latch – lower anchors + top tether anchor seat belt + top tether anchor rear-facing child restraint...

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    Lower anchors and tethers for children (latch) restraint system your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- age system called latch, which stands for lower anchors and tethers for children. The latch system has three vehicle anchor points for installing latch- equipped child seats. The...

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle • lower anchorage symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • top tether anchorage symbol 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 63.

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    What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the latch anchorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.5 kg) use the latch anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and teth...

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    Can two child restraints be attached us- ing a common lower latch anchorage? No never “share” a latch anchorage with two or more child restraints. If the center position does not have dedicated latch lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child s...

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    Locating the latch anchorages the lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage sym- bols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel the...

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    Locating the latch anchorages in addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Latch-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to...

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    To install a latch-compatible child restraint 1. If the selected seating position has a switchable auto- matic locking retractor (alr) seat belt, stow the seat belt, following the instructions below. See the section “installing child restraints using the vehicle seat belt” to check what type of seat...

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    How to stow an unused alr seatbelt when using the latch attaching system to install a child restraint, stow all alr seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being used to secure child restraints. An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seatb...

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    Not necessary to use a locking clip. The alr retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the alr will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the r...

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    What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the tether anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the child restraint always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint, ...

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    Installing a child restraint with a switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. 2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing fro...

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    8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. Refer to “lower anchors and tethers for chil- dren (latch) restraint system” for directions to attach a tether anchor. 9. Test...

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    5. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. Refer to “lower anchors and tethers for chil- dren (latch) restraint system” for directions to attach a tether anchor. 6. Test...

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    Installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage 1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no top tether anchorage for t...

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    Warning! • an incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. • if your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tethe...

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    Caution! Never use non-detergent oil or straight mineral oil in the engine or damage may result. 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 of diff...

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    Exhaust gas warning! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (co), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can even- tually poison you. To avoid breathing (co), follow these safety tips: • do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confin...

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    Safety checks you should make inside the vehicle seat belts inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision. Rear seat b...

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    Warning! Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per- sonal injury. • always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners. • never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot b...

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    Periodic safety checks you should make outside the vehicle tires examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. Ch...

  • Page 85: Contents

    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 power convertible top — if equipped. . . .86 ▫ lowering the power top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ raising the power top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ power convertible top relearn procedure . . . . .88 ▫ wind stop . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ ez entry feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 ▫ memory feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 ▫ heated seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 ▫ head restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 䡵 to open and close the hood . . . . . . . . ....

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    ▫ to vary the speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 ▫ to accelerate for passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 䡵 rear park assist — if equipped . . . . . . . .121 ▫ rear park assist sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122 ▫ rear park assist alerts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12...

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    Power convertible top — if equipped 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, which is used to open the power top, and the driver side button, which is used to cl...

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    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 “maintain- ing your vehicle” for information. Caution! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top...

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    Power convertible top relearn procedure if your power convertible top does not operate in the auto open/close mode (automatically opening to the 1/4 open and 3/4 open comfort stops), or if the trunk lid does not open - the following relearn procedure may be necessary. 1. Confirm that the door/trunk ...

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    Wind stop the wind stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle. The wind stop will not interfere with power top opera- tion. Therefore, it can remain installed when the top is up. Mirrors inside day/night mirror the mirror can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirr...

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    Automatic dimming mirror — if equipped this mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror. A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activa...

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    Power mirrors the power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist of a mirror select switch and a four-way mirror control switch. To adjust a mirror, press the mirror select switch to either the l (left) or r (right) to select the mirror you need ...

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    Spotter mirror — if equipped some models are equipped with a driver’s side spotter mirror. The spotter mirror allows for a greater range of visibility on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Folding mirrors the exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot forward or rearward to help avoid d...

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    Sun visors the driver and passenger sun visors are located on the headliner, near the front windshield. The sun visor can be rotated downward or up against the door glass. Both sun visors are equipped with courtesy mirrors. Blue&me™ hands-free communication — if equipped overview windows mobile™-bas...

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    Hands from the steering wheel. To use voice commands you are not required to train the voice recognition system to recognize your voice. This implies that the system is nearly equally performing with different persons, i.E.: the voice recognition system is of the “speaker independent” type. With thi...

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    Your mobile phone manually and visually using the steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi- function display. For further details on the mobile phones supported by blue&me™, refer to section blue&me™ supported mobile phones. To get started with blue&me™ hands-free kit with voice recogn...

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    List or directly pronouncing the phone number, to answer a call and also to answer another incoming phone call. • to interact with blue&me™ you can use either the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands. With voice recognition, you can perform system func- tions by speaking voice commands, a...

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    • to answer a call — you can answer an incoming call by pressing the menu/phone button on the steering wheel. • conference call — you can call another contact while you are engaged in a phone conversation (with bluetooth® phones supporting this option). • call waiting — while engaged in a phone conv...

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    Note: not all mobile phones support the sms text message reader function or automatic phonebook trans- fer via bluetooth®. Consult www.Fiatusa.Com for further information on the list of compatible mobile phones. Message reader functions are managed by the control buttons on the steering wheel or by ...

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    In this way, while you are driving you can play your favorite music collections. • ipod® player — see dedicated paragraph under media player functions. The media player enables the following operations: • digital audio playback — you can play all your digital audio files (.Mp3,.Wma,.Wav,.Aac) or pla...

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    Warning! • operating certain parts of this system while driv- ing can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly cause an accident or other serious consequences; for this reason certain functions shall be disabled by the blue&me™ system until driving conditions are secure and, if requi...

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    Seats seats are a part of the occupant restraint system of the vehicle. Warning! • it is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of you...

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    While sitting in the seat, lift up on the adjusting handle or bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the adjusting handle or bar once the desired position is reached. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. Warning...

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    Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death. Seat height adjustment the driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a le...

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    Ez entry feature the driver and front passenger seats have an ez entry feature for rear seat passengers. Pull upward on the release tether, located on the outboard side of the seat- back, dump the seatback forward, then slide the seat forward to allow access in and out of the rear seat. Lift the sea...

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    Fore/aft (memory) position on the tracks. This results in the seat back memory being set only – the track will then be locked forward of its last set fore/aft memory posi- tion. To then reset the fore/aft track memory feature (to reestablish memory function option 1), the seat has to be returned ful...

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    Head restraints head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear- impact. Head restraints should be adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is located above the top of your ear. Warning! The head restraints for all occupants must be...

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    To open and close the hood to open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the bottom of the red hood release lever, located on the left kick panel, rearward. 2. Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the hood, near the center, and raise the hood. Hood release lever hood safety latc...

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    Lift the hood prop rod that clips to the right side (left side when standing in front of the hood) of the engine compartment. Place the hood prop rod in the hole of hood hinge to secure the hood in the open position. In hot climates, the prop rod may be hot. Pick up the prop rod at the foam on the e...

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    Lights multifunction lever the multifunction lever, located on the left side of the steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals. Note: the external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the on/run position. Headlights...

  • Page 112

    High beams with the low beams activated, push the multi- function lever towards the instrument panel to turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to turn off the high beams. Flash-to-pass you can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the ...

  • Page 113

    Note: the indicators will automatically turn off when the turn has been completed and the steering wheel is returned to a straight position. Lane change assist tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times then automatical...

  • Page 114

    Interior lights the interior light switches are located in the overhead console. The interior lights can be set to three different positions (off/left position, center position, on/right position). Using the switch on the left overhead, press the switch to the right from its center position and the ...

  • Page 115

    • when the doors are unlocked with key fob a 10 second timer is activated. • when the doors are locked with the key fob the lights will turn off. Interior light timing (on/right position) • when all doors are closed a 15 minute timer is activated. Note: the timer is deactivated when the key is moved...

  • Page 116

    Windshield wipers and washers the windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. Note: the windshield wipers/washers will only oper- ate with the ignition in the on/run position. Front windshield wiper operation there are five different modes of operation for the ...

  • Page 117

    Note: the intermittent function only has one detent but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed. As vehicle speed increases the delay time will decrease. Low speed push the lever downward to the second detent. The wipers will operate at low speed. High speed push the lever downward to th...

  • Page 118

    Caution! (continued) • always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur. Rear windshield wiper rotate the...

  • Page 119

    Rear windshield washer operation push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the instrument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released. Tilt steering column — if equi...

  • Page 120

    Warning! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious injury or death. Electronic speed control ...

  • Page 121

    System can be reactivated by pushing the electronic speed control on/off button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. To activate push the on/off button. The cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the on/off button a second time. The cru...

  • Page 122

    To resume speed to resume a previously set speed, push the res (+) button and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). To vary the speed setting when the electronic speed control is set, you can in- crease speed by pushing the res (+) button. If the button is continually pres...

  • Page 123

    On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it may be preferable to drive without electronic speed control. Warning! Electronic speed control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve- hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose cont...

  • Page 124

    Rear park assist sensors the four rear park assist sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect obstacles, in the horizontal direction, from approximately 12 in (30 cm) up to 55 in (140 cm) from the ...

  • Page 125

    Audible and visual signals supplied by the rear park assist system signal meaning indication obstacle distance an obstacle is present within the sensors’ field of view audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) • sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the distance decreases. • emits continuous...

  • Page 126

    Failure indications a malfunction of the rear park assist sensors or system is indicated, during reverse gear engagement, by the instrument panel warning icon. The warning icon is illuminated and a message is displayed on the multifunction display (if equipped). Refer to “instrument cluster de- scri...

  • Page 127

    • clean the rear park assist sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly. The rear park assist system might not detect an obstacle behind the f...

  • Page 128

    Warning! • drivers must be careful when backing up even when using parksense®. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before backing up. You are responsible for safety and must continue...

  • Page 129

    Power sunroof — if equipped the power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. Warning! • never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof s...

  • Page 130

    To open press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately one second 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...

  • Page 131

    Emergency operation in case of electrical failure the sunroof can be operated with the hex wrench that is located in the glove box. There is a plug located in the rear of the sunroof opening at the center of the vehicle. Removing the plug reveals a hex opening in the motor assembly of the sunroof. I...

  • Page 132

    Electrical power outlets 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. Power is available when the ignition switch is in the on/run or start position. Insert ...

  • Page 133

    Warning! To avoid serious injury or death: • only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 volt outlet. • do not touch with wet hands. • close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • if this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock a...

  • Page 134

    Caution! • many accessories that can be plugged in 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. • ac...

  • Page 135

    For rear passengers, there are cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats. Front cupholders rear cupholders 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 133.

  • Page 136

    Storage glove box compartment the glove box is located on the right side of the instru- ment panel. Pull outward on the door latch to open the glove box. Push the glove box door upward to close it. Cargo area features the rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity. Pus...

  • Page 137

    Rear seat release buttons folded rear seats 3 understanding the features of your vehicle 135.

  • Page 138

    Rear window features rear window defroster the rear window defroster button is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the radio. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window defr...

  • Page 139: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .139 䡵 turbo boost gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140 䡵 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .142 䡵 electronic vehicle information center ...

  • Page 140

    ▫ quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 ▫ general information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177 ▫ functions and adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178 ▫ radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 ▫ siriusxm satellite radio — if equippe...

  • Page 141

    Instrument panel features 1 — side vent 7 — passenger air bag 13 — storage compartment 2 — multifunction lever – light control 8 — glove compartment 14 — shift lever 3 — instrument cluster and warning lights 9 — rear defrost button 15 — sport button 4 — windshield wiper, washer, trip computer 10 — h...

  • Page 142

    Turbo boost gauge your vehicle is equipped with a boost gauge and inte- grated shift light indicator located to the left of the instrument cluster. The boost gauge indicates the intake manifold pressure relative to barometric pressure. The engine management system in your vehicle intelligently regul...

  • Page 143

    Instrument cluster 4 understanding your instrument panel 141.

  • Page 144

    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Glow plug light — if equipped the glow plug light will flash during engine oil viscosity sensor measurement in cold weather. During this measurement (up to 10 seconds), the starter will be disabled. If the measured oil viscosity is ok, the light will turn off and t...

  • Page 145

    Caution! (continued) • do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. • keep all objects a safe distance from the window. 3. Front fog light indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. 4. Low fue...

  • Page 146

    7. Turn signal indicators the arrows will flash in unison with the exte- rior turn signal, when using the turn signal lever. 8. Generic warning light the generic warning light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur: oil change request, engine oil pressure sensor failure, external l...

  • Page 147

    12. Charging system light this light shows the status of the electrical charg- ing system. The light should come on when the ignition switch is first turned to on/run and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential ...

  • Page 148

    15. Tire pressure monitoring telltale light each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and in- flated 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 diff...

  • Page 149

    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. Caution! The tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pressures and wa...

  • Page 150

    18. Malfunction indicator light (mil) the malfunction indicator light (mil) is part of an onboard diagnostic system, called obdii, that monitors engine and automatic transmission con- trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in the on/run position before engine start. If the bulb does...

  • Page 151

    19. Engine temperature warning light this light warns of an overheated engine condi- tion. The engine coolant temperature indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound after reaching a set threshold. If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the a/c sys...

  • Page 152

    Operation of the brake warning light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the off/lock position to the on/run position. The light should illuminate for approximately two seconds. The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the lig...

  • Page 153

    23. Anti-lock brake (abs) light this light monitors the anti-lock brake system (abs). The light will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the on/run position and may stay on for as long as four seconds. If the abs light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the anti-lock p...

  • Page 154

    26. Temperature gauge the temperature digital scale shows engine coolant tem- perature. Any reading within the normal range indicates that the engine cooling system is operating satisfactorily. The gauge pointer will likely indicate a higher tempera- ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain gra...

  • Page 155

    Technician should leave the odometer reading the same as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so, then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to make a reco...

  • Page 156

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) the electronic vehicle information center (evic) fea- tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. The evic consists of the following: • system status • vehicle information warning message displays • personal settings (cus...

  • Page 157

    Press the down button to scroll downward through the displayed menu and the related options or to de- crease the value displayed. Note: up and down buttons activate different functions according to the following situations: • to scroll the menu options upwards or downwards. • to increase or decrease...

  • Page 158

    • button volume • hill start • gsi shift up • daylights (d.R.L.) • exit menu selecting an option of the main menu without submenu 1. Briefly press the set esc button to select the main menu option to set. 2. Press the up or down button (by single presses) to select the new setting. 3. Briefly press ...

  • Page 159

    Change engine oil indicator system change engine oil your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “change engine oil” message will flash in the evic display for approximately 10 seconds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. T...

  • Page 160

    Trip button the trip button, located on the right steering column stalk, can be used to display and to reset the previously described values. • a short button press displays the different values. • a long button press resets the system and then starts a new trip. New trip to reset: • press and hold ...

  • Page 161

    Trip functions both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of new trip). “trip a” can be used to display the figures relating to: • trip distance a • average consumption • instant consumption a • average speed a • travel time a (driving time). “trip b” can be used to display the figures relati...

  • Page 162

    Distance travelled this value shows the distance covered since the last reset. Average consumption this value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset. Instant consumption this indicates the fuel consumption. The value is con- stantly updated. The message “----” will appear on ...

  • Page 163

    Speed beep (speed limit) with this function it is possible to set the car speed limit (mph or km/h); when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted. To set the speed limit, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button. The display will show the message (speed beep). 2. Pres...

  • Page 164

    Trip b data (trip b on) through this option, it is possible to activate (on) or deactivate (off) the trip b (partial trip) display. For further information see “trip computer.” for activation / deactivation, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button. “on” or “off” will flash on the dis...

  • Page 165

    Note: • the setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the up or down button is pressed. Press and hold the button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Save the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting. • briefly press the set esc button to retu...

  • Page 166

    Note: the setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the up or down button is pressed. Press and hold the up or down button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Save the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting. • briefly press the set esc butto...

  • Page 167

    Speed display when this function is activated the cluster will display the vehicle speed (mph or km/h). To activate (on) or to deactivate (off) the speed display feature, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button. “mph”, “km/h”, then “off” will flash on the display (according to previo...

  • Page 168

    Units (set units) this function may be used to set the measurement unit in three submenus: “distance,” “temperature” and “fuel economy.” to set the required unit, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button to display the three sub-menus. 2. Press the up or down button to navigate the th...

  • Page 169

    4. Press the up or down button for setting. 5. Briefly press the set esc button to return to the sub-menu. When you have made the required settings, briefly press the set esc button to go back to the sub-menu screen, or press and hold the set esc button (approximately one second) to go back to the m...

  • Page 170

    Button volume (button volume adjustment) this function may be used to adjust the volume of the beep accompanying the buttons. Set esc, up or down buttons can be adjusted according to 8 levels. To adjust the volume, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button. The previously set volume “l...

  • Page 171

    Gsi shift up with this function active, the boost gauge will display a shift up message and up arrow at the appropriate time of shift. To change the setting proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button “normal/sport” or “sport” will flash on the display (according to the previous setting)...

  • Page 172

    Exit menu this function closes the initial menu screen. Briefly press the set esc button to go back to the main screen. Press the button to return to the first menu option (speed beep). Press the button to return to the last menu option (daylights). Sales code (rab) radio introduction the radio has ...

  • Page 173

    If the radio has blue&me™, refer to the appropriate “blue&me™ user’s manual” for further information. The instructions for use are given below and we recom- mend you to read them carefully. Suggestions road safety please, learn how to use all different radio functions (e.G. Store stations) before be...

  • Page 174

    Cds the presence of dirt, scratches or distortions on the cds could cause skipping and poor sound quality while it is playing. For optimal playback conditions, follow these guidelines: • only use branded cds. • clean every cd thoroughly removing any finger marks or dust using a soft cloth. Hold cds ...

  • Page 175

    Copied is often shown in very small letters or is difficult to read on the actual cd cover where it may be, for example, “copy control”, “copy pro- tected”, “this cd cannot be played on a pc/mac”. • the cd player is capable of reading most compression systems currently in use, following the developm...

  • Page 176

    Quick guide radio controls button general functions mode on short button press off short button press tuner am, fm, sat (if equipped) source selection short repeated button press a-b-c cycles a, b, c presets for am, fm, sat (if equipped) short repeated button press media cd/aux/media player (if equi...

  • Page 177

    Button general functions mode (mute/pause button) volume activation/deactivation (mute/pause) short button press audio audio adjustments: low tones (bass), high tones (treble), left/right balance (balance), front/rear balance (fader) menu activation: short button press adjustment type selection: pre...

  • Page 178

    Button radio functions mode radio station search: • automatic search • manual search automatic search: press buttons or (long press for fast forward) manual search: press buttons or (long press for fast forward) 1 2 3 4 5 current radio station storing long button press for memory preset 1 to 5 respe...

  • Page 179

    General information the radio offers the following functions: radio section • pll tuning with fm/am bands • rbds (radio broadcast data system) • automatic/manual station tuning • fm multipath detector • manual storing of 25 stations (base radio) and 40 stations (if equipped with satellite): 15 on fm...

  • Page 180

    Cd/mp3 section • mp3-info function (id3-tag) • folder selection (previous/next) • track selection (forward/backward) • fast forward/rewind through tracks • mp3 display function: display of folder name, id3- tag information, time elapsed since the start of the track, name of the file • playing audio ...

  • Page 181

    Selecting the radio functions by pressing the tuner button briefly and repeatedly, the following audio sources can be selected cyclically: • am, fm and satellite bands (if equipped) selecting the cd function by briefly pressing the media button, the cd audio source can be selected (only if a cd is l...

  • Page 182

    Use the buttons or to scroll through the menu functions. To change the setting of the selected function, use the or buttons. The current status of the selected function appears on the display. The functions managed by the audio menu are: • bass (bass adjustment) • treble (treble adjustment) • balanc...

  • Page 183

    3. Press the button to increase the sound from the left speakers or the button to increase the sound from the right speakers. By pressing the or buttons briefly, the levels will change progressively. By pressing them down longer, the levels will change quickly. Select the value “0” to set the right ...

  • Page 184

    Preset/user/classic/rock/jazz functions — if equipped the built-in equalizer can be activated/deactivated. When the equalizer function is off, the audio settings can only be changed by adjusting the “bass” and “treble” settings, whereas when the function is on, the acoustic curves can be adjusted. T...

  • Page 185

    Menu menu button functions press the menu button briefly to activate the menu function. Use the or buttons to scroll through the menu functions. To change the setting of the selected function, use the or buttons. The current status of the selected function appears on the display. The functions manag...

  • Page 186

    On volume limit this function makes it possible to activate/deactivate the maximum volume limit when turning the radio on. The display shows the function status: • “on volume limit: on” – when the radio is turned on the volume level will be: – if the volume level is equal to or higher than the maxim...

  • Page 187

    The chosen mode appears on the display: • “radio off: 00 min” — the radio turns off in connec- tion with the ignition key; the radio is turned auto- matically off as soon as the key is turned to the stop position. • “radio off: 20 min” — the radio turns off indepen- dently from the ignition key; the...

  • Page 188

    Each time the button is pressed the following bands are selected cyclically: • am, fm or sat (if equipped) each band is highlighted by the corresponding wordings on the display. The radio will be tuned to last station selected on the respective frequency band. Preset buttons the buttons numbered fro...

  • Page 189

    The desired direction. If the or button is pressed longer, the fast search starts and then stops when the button is released. Stereophonic broadcasters if the incoming signal is weak, the reproduction is automatically switched from stereo to mono. Siriusxm satellite radio — if equipped satellite rad...

  • Page 190

    Prices and programming are provided by siriusxm and are subject to change. Subscriptions governed by terms & conditions available at sirius.Com/service terms. Siriusxm radio u.S. Service only available to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous united states, d.C., and pr. Service availa...

  • Page 191

    Make sure that when the order is placed, the esn are correct. If any of the esn numbers are not entered correctly, then the siriusxm subscription will not be able to be transferred to the new radio and will not be active when installed in the customer’s vehicle. To reactivate your service, either ca...

  • Page 192

    Are not entered correctly, then the sirius subscription will not be able to be transferred to the new radio and will not be active when installed in the customer’s vehicle. Cd player introduction this chapter describes the operation of the cd player only. To operate the radio, refer to the descripti...

  • Page 193

    When a cd is inserted, the display will show the symbol “cd” and the wording “cd reading.” they will remain displayed for the whole time required for the radio to read the cd. When this time has elapsed the radio automatically starts playing the first track. Press the button with the radio turned on...

  • Page 194

    Track selection briefly press the button to play the previous cd track and the button to play the next track. The tracks are selected cyclically: the first track is selected after the last track and vice versa. If the track has been played for more than 3 seconds, pressing the button, starts the tra...

  • Page 195

    To guarantee optimal reproduction, it is advisable to use good quality cds burned at the lowest speed possible. The files on an mp3 cd are structured in folders that create lists of all the folders containing mp3 tracks (folders or subfolders are all on the same level). The folders that do not conta...

  • Page 196

    Display information id3–tag information display in addition to the information relating to the time elapsed, folder name and file name, the radio is also capable of displaying id3–tag information relating to title track, artist and author. When one of the id3-tag pieces of information is chosen to b...

  • Page 197

    Troubleshooting general sound volume low the fader function should be adjusted to the values “f” (front) only to prevent the reduction in radio output power and the cancelling of the volume if the fader level adjustment is equal to r+9. Source can not be selected nothing has been loaded. Load the cd...

  • Page 198

    Personal/portable navigation device (pnd) — if equipped a personal/portable navigation device (pnd) is avail- able as optional equipment for this vehicle, refer to the navigation user guide for further information. Ipod®/usb/media player control — if equipped this feature allows an ipod® or external...

  • Page 199

    Steering wheel audio controls the remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pr...

  • Page 200

    Radio operation pressing the top of the switch will “seek” up for the next listenable station and pressing the bottom of the switch will “seek” down for the next listenable station. The button located in the center of the left-hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- gram...

  • Page 201

    4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners, or anti-static sprays. 5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. Note: if you experience difficulty in playing a particular dis...

  • Page 202

    Manual heating and air conditioning the manual climate controls consist of a series of rotary dials and one inner push knob. 1. Temperature control rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial to the left into the blue area of the sca...

  • Page 203

    Note: • continuous use of the recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended. • the use of the recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside, because of moisture buildup inside the veh...

  • Page 204

    • mix air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield. • defrost air is directed through...

  • Page 205

    Operating tips chart 4 understanding your instrument panel 203.

  • Page 206

    Automatic temperature control (atc) — if equipped • the automatic temperature control (atc) allows the driver to select individual comfort settings. • the system provides set-and-forget operation for op- timum comfort and convenience. • the system can be controlled manually, if desired. The atc syst...

  • Page 207

    2. A/c button press and release to change the current air conditioning (a/c) setting. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch into manual mode. 3. Temperature control up button provides temperature up control. Push the button for warmer temperature settings. 4. Blower control up button...

  • Page 208

    8. Panel mode air is directed through the outlets in the instrument panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch into manual mode. Note: the center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat pa...

  • Page 209

    Automatic operation 1. Press the auto button on the automatic temperature control (atc) panel, the indicator will illuminate when on. 2. Next, adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the temperature con- trol buttons. Once the desired temperature is dis- played, the...

  • Page 210

    Manual operation this system offers a full complement of manual override features. Note: each of these features operates independently from each other. If any feature is controlled manually, temperature control will continue to operate automati- cally. Blower control there are 12 fixed blower speeds...

  • Page 211

    Floor mode air comes from the floor outlets. A slight amount of air is directed through the defrost and side window demister outlets. Bi-level air is directed through the panel and floor outlets. Press and release the panel mode button and floor mode button to enter bi-level mode, the indicators ill...

  • Page 212

    Air conditioning (a/c) the air conditioning (a/c) button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system. When in a/c mode with the atc set to a cool temperature, dehumidified air flows through the air outlets. If economy mode is desired, press the a/c button to tu...

  • Page 213

    Operating tips chart 4 understanding your instrument panel 211.

  • Page 214

    Window fogging windows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases, turning the air conditioning (pressing the a/c button) on will clear the fog. Adjust the temperature control, air direct...

  • Page 215

    Vacation storage anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.E., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air conditioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air using the high blower setting. This will ensure adequate system lubrication to minimize the possibility o...

  • Page 217: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 ▫ manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 ▫ cold weather operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 ▫ extended park starti...

  • Page 218

    䡵 sport mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230 䡵 brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 ▫ four-wheel anti-lock brake system (abs) . . .231 䡵 electronic brake control system . . . .232 ▫ anti-lock brake system (abs) . . . . . . . . . . . .233 ▫ brake assist s...

  • Page 219

    ▫ tire spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 ▫ tread wear indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .255 ▫ life of tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .256 ▫ replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257 䡵 tire chains (traction devices) . . ...

  • Page 220

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. 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 numb...

  • Page 221

    Cold weather operation 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- p...

  • Page 222

    3. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the stop (off/lock) position, wait 5 seconds to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the “extended park starting” procedure. 4. If the engine fails to start after 8 attempts, allow the starter to cool for at least 60 se...

  • Page 223

    Will run for up to 10 minutes after the engine has been shut off to circulate coolant through the turbocharger. Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet opera- tion, it is normal to hear it running during this time. Manual transmission five-speed manual transmission warning! You or others could...

  • Page 224

    For most city driving, you will find it easier to use only the lower gears. For steady highway driving with light accelerations, fifth gear is recommended. Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, and never try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged. Thi...

  • Page 225

    Downshifting proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and pro- long engine life. Caution! If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift at too high of a vehicle speed, these conditions may cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is selected and the clutch pedal is released. Dama...

  • Page 226

    Traction when driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface. This is hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precautions should be observ...

  • Page 227

    Shallow standing water although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water, consider the following caution and warning before doing so. Caution! • always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the...

  • Page 228

    Warning! • driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water. • driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’s braking capabilities, which increases stopping distances. Therefore, after driving throu...

  • Page 229

    If the steering icon is flashing, it indicates that the vehicle needs to be taken to an authorized studio for service. It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance. If the steering icon is displayed and the “power steer- ing system over temp” message is displayed on the evic screen, t...

  • Page 230

    Parking brake before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave manual transmission in reverse or first gear. The parking brake lever is located in the center console. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as possible. To relea...

  • Page 231

    Should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injur...

  • Page 232

    Sport mode in sport mode, the engine is more responsive to the throttle pedal, and provides more maximum torque by increasing turbo boost pressure. Steering feedback is improved, and steering effort is slightly higher. This driving mode is useful for spirited driving. 1. To activate the sport mode, ...

  • Page 233

    Brake system in the event power assist is lost for any reason (for example; repeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be significantly more than that required with the power system operating. If either the front or...

  • Page 234

    Warning! • pumping the anti-lock brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop. • the anti-lock brake system (abs) cannot prevent the natural laws of physics f...

  • Page 235

    Anti-lock brake system (abs) this system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking conditions. The system controls hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking. Refer to “four-wheel anti-lock brake system” in ...

  • Page 236

    Traction control system (tcs) this system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressure is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability. A feature of the tcs system functions si...

  • Page 237

    Warning! There may be situations on minor hills (i.E., less than 2.5%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur. This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always remember the driver is responsible for brakin...

  • Page 238

    Note: the esc off switch is located left of the steering column. Warning! The electronic stability control (esc) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. Esc cannot prevent all accidents, includi...

  • Page 239

    Esc operating modes the esc system has three available operating modes. Full on this is the normal operating mode for esc. Whenever the vehicle is started, the esc system will be in on mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. Esc should only be turned to partial off for specific r...

  • Page 240

    Full off this mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used on public roadways. In this mode, all tcs and esc stability features are turned off. To enter the “full off” mode, depress and hold the esc off switch for five seconds. After five seconds, the esc off indicato...

  • Page 241

    The esc activation/malfunction indicator light also flashes when tcs is active. If the esc activation/ malfunction indicator light begins to flash during accel- eration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing roa...

  • Page 242

    Note: • p (passenger) - metric tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards. P-metric tires have the letter “p” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: p215/65r15 95h. • european-metric tire sizing is based on european design standards. Tires designed to this standard ha...

  • Page 243

    Tire sizing chart example: size designation: p = passenger car tire size based on u.S. Design standards ⴖ....Blank....ⴖ = passenger car tire based on european design standards lt = light truck tire based on u.S. Design standards t or s = temporary spare tire 31 = overall diameter in inches (in) 215 ...

  • Page 244

    Example: service description: 95 = load index — a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry h = speed symbol — a symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions — the maximum speed corres...

  • Page 245

    Tire identification number (tin) the tin may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however, the date code may only be on one side. Tires with white sidewalls will have the full tin, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the tin on the outboard side of...

  • Page 246

    Example: dot ma l9 abcd 0301 01 = number representing the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) — 01 means the year 2001 — prior to july 2000, tire manufacturers were only required to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could represen...

  • Page 247

    Term definition maximum inflation pressure the maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall. Recommended cold tire inflation pressure vehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation...

  • Page 248

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar. Tire and loading information placard this placard tells you important information about the: 1) number of people that can be carried in the vehicle 2) total wei...

  • Page 249

    3) tire size designed for your vehicle 4) cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. Loading the vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to th...

  • Page 250

    4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if “xxx” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 ...

  • Page 251

    5 starting and operating 249.

  • Page 252

    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. Tires — general information tire pressure proper tire inflation pressur...

  • Page 253

    Warning! (continued) • unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Economy improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear pat- terns...

  • Page 254

    Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure. Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period. The cold tire inflation pr...

  • Page 255

    Warning! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. You could have a serious collision. Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h). Radial ply tires warning! ...

  • Page 256

    All season tires – if equipped all season tires provide traction for all seasons (spring, summer, fall and winter). Traction levels may vary be- tween different all season tires. All season tires can be identified by the m+s, m&s, m/s or ms designation on the tire sidewall. Use all season tires only...

  • Page 257

    Sidewall. Use summer tires only in sets of four; failure to do so may adversely affect the safety and handling of your vehicle. Spare tire matching original equipped tire and wheel – if equipped your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel equivalent in look and function to the original ...

  • Page 258

    These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the tire should be replaced. Refer to replacement tires in this section for further informa- tion. Life of tir...

  • Page 259

    Warning! Tires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can result in sudden tire failure. You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Keep dismounted tires in a cool, dry place with...

  • Page 260

    It is recommended you contact your authorized tire or original equipment studio with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability. Failure to use equivalent replacement tires may adversely affect the safety, handling, and ride of your vehicle. Warning! • do not use a tire, wheel s...

  • Page 261

    Caution! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read- ings. Tire chains (traction devices) due to limited clearance, tire chains or traction devices are not recommended. Caution! Damage to the vehicle may result if tire chains are used. T...

  • Page 262

    The suggested rotation method is the “rearward cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed. Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure b...

  • Page 263

    Also increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and there should be no adjustment for this increased pres- sure. The tpms will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or natural ...

  • Page 264

    Caution! • the tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system op- eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, ...

  • Page 265

    • seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pressure, and the tpms will monitor the actual tire pressure in the tire. Base system this is the tpms warning indicator located in the instrument cluster. The tpms uses wireless technology with wheel rim mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pres...

  • Page 266

    Unavailable” text message will display. If the ignition key is cycled, this sequence will repeat providing the system fault still exists. The tire pressure monitoring telltale light will turn off when the fault condition no longer exists. A system fault can occur with any of the following scenarios:...

  • Page 267

    Solid and the “tire pressure monitoring unavailable” message will be displayed. 5. Once you repair or replace the original road tire and reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact spare tire, the tpms will update automatically and the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will turn off, a...

  • Page 268

    Fuel requirements this engine is designed to meet all emission regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when using high-quality unleaded “regular” gasoline having an octane rating of 87. For optimum performance and fuel economy the use of 91 octane or higher is recommended. ...

  • Page 269

    Winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your vehicle. Caution! Do not use gasoline containing methanol or e-85 ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components. P...

  • Page 270

    To fix a non-ffv vehicle inadvertently fueled once with e-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank (see your authorized studio) • change the engine oil and oil filter • disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the engine controller memory more extensive repairs will be required for prolo...

  • Page 271

    Fuel system cautions caution! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • the use of leaded gas is prohibited by federal law. Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor- mance and damage the emissions control system. • an out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfu...

  • Page 272

    Carbon monoxide warnings warning! Carbon monoxide (co) in exhaust gases is deadly. Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such...

  • Page 273

    Adding fuel fuel filler cap (gas cap) the gas cap is located on the passenger side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is the correct one for this vehicle. Caution! • damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper f...

  • Page 274

    Warning! (continued) • never add fuel when the engine is running. It may cause the mil to turn on and could cause a fire. • a fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. Not...

  • Page 275

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground manual transmission flat tow none transmission in neutral dolly tow front ok rear not allowed on trailer all ok note: vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be recr...

  • Page 277: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .276 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .276 䡵 tirefit kit — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .277 ▫ tirefit storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .278 ▫ tirefit kit components and operation...

  • Page 278

    Hazard warning flashers the hazard warning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio. Press the switch to turn on the hazard warning flashers. When the switch is activated, all direc- tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency. Press th...

  • Page 279

    Caution! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the h (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle. Turn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the n...

  • Page 280

    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 tirefit kit location tirefit components 278 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 281

    4. Power button 5. Mode select knob 6. Sealant hose (clear) 7. Air pump hose (black) 8. Power plug tirefit usage precautions • using the tirefit sealant may cause the tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) to become inoperable. It is recommended that you take your vehicle to your local studio to hav...

  • Page 282

    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 ¼ in (6 mm) diameter in the tread of your vehicle. • do not lift or carry the tirefit kit by the hoses. Warning! • do not attempt to seal a tir...

  • Page 283

    Warning! (continued) • take care not to allow the contents of tirefit to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. Tire- fit is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and respira- tory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty of water if there is any c...

  • Page 284

    (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 a...

  • Page 285

    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 th...

  • Page 286

    If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 bar) pressure within 15 minutes: • the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance. Note: if the tire becomes over-inflated, press the defla- tion button to reduce the tire pressure to the recom- men...

  • Page 287

    (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). Warning! Tirefit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected a...

  • Page 288

    If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 bar) , 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 bar) or higher: 1. Press the power button (4) to turn on tirefit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the...

  • Page 289

    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 hous- ing. 5. Position the new sealant bottle (1) in the housing so that the sealant hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in ...

  • Page 290

    Warning! (continued) • the jack is designed to be used 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. Jack location the jack and jack wrench tool are stow...

  • Page 291

    Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. Warning! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the whe...

  • Page 292

    Jacking instructions warning! Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle: • always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle. • turn on the hazard warning flashers. • block the...

  • Page 293

    Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the jacking instructions for this vehicle. 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 whil...

  • Page 294

    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 th...

  • Page 295

    Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 4. Using the swivel wrench, raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only unt...

  • Page 296

    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 t...

  • Page 297

    Caution! 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. Preparations for jump-start the battery in your vehicle is located on the left side of the e...

  • Page 298

    Warning! • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever 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 rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact. You co...

  • Page 299

    Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 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 c...

  • Page 300

    8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 9. 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...

  • Page 301

    Note: press the ⬙esc off⬙ switch, to place the electronic stability control (esc) system in ⬙partial off⬙ mode, before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “electronic brake control” in “starting and operating” for further infor- mation. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the ⬙esc off ⬙ switch again to...

  • Page 302

    Towing a disabled vehicle this section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing condition wheels off the ground manual transmission flat tow none if transmission is operable: • transmission in neutral • 65 mph (104 km/h) max speed wheel lift rear ...

  • Page 303

    If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the on/run position, not the acc position. Caution! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- age from improper towing is not covered un...

  • Page 305: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 1.4l turbo . . . .305 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . .306 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . .306 䡵 replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 䡵 studio service . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 306

    ▫ manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .332 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .338 ▫ interior fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 307

    Engine compartment — 1.4l turbo 1 — engine coolant reservoir 5 — battery 2 — engine oil dipstick 6 — engine oil fill 3 — brake fluid reservoir 7 — washer fluid reservoir 4 — front distribution unit (fuses) 7 maintaining your vehicle 305.

  • Page 308

    Onboard diagnostic system — obd ii your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called obd ii. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly, your vehicle will provide ex...

  • Page 309

    For states that require an inspection and mainte- nance (i/m), this check verifies the “malfunction indicator light (mil)” is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the obd ii system is ready for testing. Normally, the obd ii system will be ready. The obd ii system may not be...

  • Page 310

    You may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your obd ii system to update. A recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is now ready. Regardless of whether your vehicle’s obd ii system is ready or not, if the mil is illuminated...

  • Page 311

    Warning! You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic. Maintenance procedures the pages tha...

  • Page 312

    Engine oil checking oil level to assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do ...

  • Page 313

    Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection for tur- bocharged engines under all types of operating condi- tions, the manufacturer recommends synthetic engine oils that are api certified and meet the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-10725. American petroleum institu...

  • Page 314

    Materials added to engine oil do not add any supplemental materials, other than leak detection dyes, to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engi- neered product and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives. Disposing of used engine oil and oil filters care should be taken in disposing ...

  • Page 315

    Warning! (continued) for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury. Engine air cleaner filter selection the quality o...

  • Page 316

    Warning! (continued) • the battery in this vehicle has a vent hose that should not be disconnected and should only be replaced with a battery of the same type (vented). Caution! • it is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and th...

  • Page 317

    Warning! • use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved by the manufacturer for your air condi- tioning system. Some unapproved refrigerants are flammable and can explode, injuring you. Other unapproved refrigerants or lubricants can cause the system to fail, requiring costly repairs. Re...

  • Page 318

    The a/c air filter is located in the fresh air inlet on the lower right of center console. Perform the following procedure to replace the filter: 1. Remove the t20 torx screw that secures the passenger side console closeout cover. 2. Pull the console closeout cover rearward to disengage the front re...

  • Page 319

    3. Remove the two 5.5mm screws (1 and 2) that secure the particulate air filter cover to the hvac housing. 4. Remove the a/c air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. Take note of the air filter position indicators. 5. Install the a/c air filter with the air filter position indicators po...

  • Page 320

    Caution! The a/c air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter. Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often. 6. Install the passenger side console closeout. Refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper mainte...

  • Page 321

    Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact...

  • Page 322

    3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder. 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place. 5. Lower the wiper blade an...

  • Page 323

    Exhaust system the best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if the exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle; or when the underside or rear of the vehicle i...

  • Page 324

    Caution! • the catalytic converter requires the use of un- leaded fuel only. Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions control device and may seriously reduce engine perfor- mance and cause serious damage to the engine. • damage to the catalytic converter can res...

  • Page 325

    To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- age: • do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle. • do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires di...

  • Page 326

    Coolant checks check engine coolant (antifreeze) protection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather, where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- freeze). Check...

  • Page 327

    Caution! (continued) 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. ...

  • Page 328

    • mix a minimum solution of 50% oat engine coolant that meets the requirements of chrysler material stan- dard ms-12106 and distilled water. Use higher concen- trations (not to exceed 70%) if temperatures below −34° f (−37° c) are anticipated. • use only high purity water such as distilled or deion-...

  • Page 329

    Warning! (continued) • do not use a pressure cap other than the one speci- fied for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine damage may result. Disposal of used engine coolant used ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) is a regulated substance requiring proper disposal. Check with your lo...

  • Page 330

    Points to remember note: when the vehicle is stopped after a few miles/ kilometers of operation, you may observe vapor coming from the front of the engine compartment. This is nor- mally a result of moisture from rain, snow, or high humidity accumulating on the radiator and being vapor- ized when th...

  • Page 331

    Brake system in order to assure brake system performance, all brake system components should be inspected periodically. Refer to the “maintenance schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Warning! Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and possibly a collision. Driving with your foot rest...

  • Page 332

    Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Re- fer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “main- taining your vehicle” for further information. Warning! • use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for ...

  • Page 333

    Warning! (continued) • do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure. This could result in a collision. Caution! Use of improper brake fluids will affect overall clutch system performance. Improper...

  • Page 334

    Frequency of fluid change under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the factory will give satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle. Fluid changes are not necessary unless lubri- cant has become contaminated with water. Note: if contaminated with water, the fluid should be...

  • Page 335

    Washing • wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your ve- hicle in the shade using mopar® car wash, or a mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water. • if insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu- lated on your vehicle, use mopar® super kleen bug and tar remover...

  • Page 336

    • if you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs is considered the responsibility of the owner. • if your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or similar cause that destroys the paint and protective coating, have your vehicle repaired as...

  • Page 337

    Stain repel fabric cleaning procedure – if equipped stain repel seats may be cleaned in the following man- ner: • remove as much of the stain as possible by blotting with a clean, dry towel. • blot any remaining stain with a clean, damp towel. • for tough stains, apply mopar® total clean, or a mild ...

  • Page 338

    Warning! Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes. Many are potentially flammable, and if used in closed areas they may cause respiratory harm. Cleaning headlights your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights. Plastic is ...

  • Page 339

    Instrument panel bezels caution! When installing hanging air fresheners in your ve- hicle, read the installation instructions carefully. Some air fresheners will damage the finish of painted or decorated parts if allowed to directly contact any surface. Cleaning plastic instrument cluster lenses the...

  • Page 340

    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 right low beam 2 f32 5 amp tan front and rear ceiling lights trunk and door court...

  • Page 341

    Cavity vehicle fuse number mini fuse description 6 f43 20 amp yellow bi-directional washer 7 f48 20 amp yellow passenger power window 8 f13 7.5 amp brown left low beam, headlamp leveling 9 f50 7.5 amp brown airbag 10 f51 5 amp tan car radio switch, climate control system, stop light, clutch cavity v...

  • Page 342

    Underhood fuses the front distribution unit is located on the right 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 correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Cav...

  • Page 343

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f06 30 amp green radiator fan - low speed f07 40 amp orange radiator fan - high speed f08 30 amp green blower motor f09 10 amp red powertrain f10 10 amp red horn f11 15 amp blue powertrain f11 10 amp red powertrain (multi- air – if equipped) cavity maxi fuse mi...

  • Page 344

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f19 7.5 amp brown air conditioning f20 15 amp blue heated seats – if equipped f21 15 amp blue fuel pump f23 20 amp yellow anti-lock brake valves f24 7.5 amp brown stability control system f30 15 amp blue fog lamps cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f82 30 a...

  • Page 345

    Vehicle storage if you are leaving your vehicle dormant for more than 21 days, you may want to take these steps to protect your battery. • disconnect the negative cable from the battery. • anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service (i.E., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air c...

  • Page 346

    Bulb number side direction lamps w5w rear turn signal lamps py21w rear side marker lamps w3w rear tail and stop lamps py21w/5w rear backup lamps w16w center high mounted stop lamp w5w license plate lamps led (see authorized studio) note: numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased f...

  • Page 347

    Front turn signal, parking and daytime running lamps 1. Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right. 2. Open the wheel housing access door. 3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp housing. 4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise. 5. Remove the bulb and replace as needed. 6. I...

  • Page 348

    Front/rear side marker lamps 1. Remove portion of the wheel liner to allow hand access to side marker lamp. 2. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise, and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the housing. 3. Pull the bulb from the socket and insert the replace- ment bulb. 4. Install the bulb an...

  • Page 349

    3. Remove the four screws (using a t20 driver) and separate the backplate from the lamp housing. 4. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning counter-clockwise. 5. Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out. 6. Replace lamps as required and reinstall l...

  • Page 350

    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 10.5 gallons 40 liters engine oil with filter 1.4 liter turbo engine 4 quarts 3.8 liters cooling system 1.4 liter turbo engine (mopar® antifreeze/engine coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula) 4.6 quarts 4.4 liters fluids, lubricants and genuine parts en...

  • Page 351

    Component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine oil we recommend you use api certified sae 5w-40 full synthetic engine oil, meeting the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-10725. Refer to your engine oil filler cap for correct sae grade. Engine oil filter we recommend you use a mopar® e...

  • Page 353: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 ▫ maintenance chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .354 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 354

    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...

  • Page 355

    Required maintenance intervals . Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following pages for required maintenance. 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 irregu- lar wear, even if it occurs ...

  • Page 356

    Maintenance chart mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 1 10,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 1 12,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176...

  • Page 357

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 1 10,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilometers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 1 12,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,0...

  • Page 358

    Warning! • you can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic. • failure to properly inspect and m...

  • Page 359: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .358 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 ▫ be reasonable with requests . . . . ....

  • Page 360

    Suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle prepare for the appointment if you are having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty. Discuss additional charges with the service manager....

  • Page 361

    Facilities, factory-trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to ensure the vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. This is why you should always talk to an authorized studio service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • if for some reason...

  • Page 362

    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. Service contract you may have purchase...

  • Page 363

    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 addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear con...

  • Page 364

    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 imme- diately. Canadian customers who wish to repor...

  • Page 365

    And drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. Owner’s manuals these owner’s manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- quaint you with specific fiat group automobiles ve- hicles. Included are star...

  • Page 366

    Significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. Traction grades the traction grades, from highest to lowest, are aa, a, b, and c. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement, as measured ...

  • Page 367

    Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 9 if you need consumer assistance 365.

  • Page 369: Index

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  • Page 370

    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .325 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268 airbag. . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 371

    Brake, parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .228 brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329 brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 anti-lock (abs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231 master cylind...

  • Page 372

    Coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .348 cooling system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .323 adding coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .325 coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 disposal of used coolant . . ...

  • Page 373

    Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294 towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 emission control system maintenance . . . . . . . . . .306 engine air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312 break-in recommendations ....

  • Page 374

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts . . . . . . . . . . .348 fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113 freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .266 adding . . . . . ...

  • Page 375

    Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336 high beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 heated mirrors....

  • Page 376

    Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 lead free gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .266 leaks, fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 life of...

  • Page 377

    Maintenance free battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313 maintenance, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309 maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .352 malfunction indicator light (ch...

  • Page 378

    Oil filter, selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312 onboard diagnostic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .306 operating precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .306 operator manual (owner’s manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 overheating, engine . . . . . . ....

  • Page 379

    Replacement keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 replacement parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .257 reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .361 restraints, child . . ...

  • Page 380

    Signals, turn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 snow chains (tire chains) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .259 snow tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .254 specifications oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 381

    High speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251 jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .287 life of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .256 load capacity . . ....

  • Page 382

    Universal consumer interface (uci) connector . . . .196 unleaded gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .266 untwisting procedure, seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 383

    Installation of radio transmitting equipment special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals. Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be installed properly by trained person- nel. The following must be obs...

  • Page 384

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