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Fiat 2015 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 5 2015 fia t 500 abar th 15fx24-126-ab second edition rev 1 printed in u.S.A. I n c l u d e s c a b r i o.

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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 understa...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction contents ! Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 ! How to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 ! Warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 ! Vehicle identification number . . . . . . . .7 ! Vehicle modifications/alterations . . . .8 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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    How to use this manual consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index ...

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    6 introduction.

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

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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 8 introduction.

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

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    ! Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ power window switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 ▫ auto-down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ wind buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ! Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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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 push 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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    6. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder. 7. Release the clutch pedal. 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 vehicle. When leav- ing th...

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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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    • this device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. Note: changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Remote keyless entry (...

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    To unlock the doors and liftgate push 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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    Opening power top remote function: 1. Open — push and hold the unlock button down on the key fob for a minimum of three seconds to initiate power top open. The roof will stop opening when- ever the unlock button on the key fob is released, or when it reaches the spoiler position note: if your power ...

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    To lock the doors and liftgate push and release the lock button on the rke transmit- ter to lock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal. Programming additional transmitters refer to sentry key® “customer key programming.” if yo...

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    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 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 19.

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    General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and 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 received, including interference that may cause undesi...

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    Warning! • do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. (continued) warning! (continued) • for personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park a...

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    Warning! (continued) • do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. Caution! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of...

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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 push...

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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 una...

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    Auto-down the driver’s door window switch has an auto-down feature. Push the window switch for approximately one second, release, and the window will go down automati- cally. To cancel the auto-down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. Wind buffetin...

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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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    2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint. (refer to “child restraints”) 3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (refer...

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    Warning! • never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger advanced front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- facing child restraint. • only use rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a ...

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    After the sequence completes, the seat belt reminder light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all other occu- pants to buckle their seat belts. If an outboard front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), ...

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    Warning! • relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belt even though you have air bags. • in a collision, you and your p...

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    Warning! (continued) • a lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • a twisted seat belt may not pro...

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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. • a frayed or torn seat belt could rip apa...

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    3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt i...

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    6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully. Lap/shoulder belt untwisting procedure use the following procedure to untwist...

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    Warning! • only use a seat belt extender if it is physically required in order to properly fit the original seat belt system. Do not use the seat belt extender if, when worn, the distance between the front edge of the seat belt extender buckle and the center of the occupant’s body is less than 6 inc...

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    The pretensioners are triggered by the occupant re- straint controller (orc). Like the air bags, the preten- sioners are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. Energy management feature this vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy manageme...

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    Driver center passenger first row n/a n/a alr second row alr n/a alr • n/a — not applicable • alr — automatic locking retractor if the passenger seating position is equipped with an alr and is being used for normal usage: only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the ...

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    How to engage the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire seat belt is extracted. 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat bel...

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    Supplemental restraint system (srs) air bag system components your vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • occupant restraint controller (orc) • air bag warning light • steering wheel and column • instrument panel • knee impact bolsters • advanced front air bags • sup...

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    Advanced front air bags this vehicle has advanced front air bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver’s advanced front air bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger’s advanced front air bag is mounted in the in...

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    Warning! • being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during advanced front air bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • never place a rear-fa...

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    Warning! • no objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel, because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bags to inflate. • do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to op...

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    On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, advanced front air bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration. Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves a...

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    Supplemental driver knee air bag this vehicle is equipped with a supplemental driver knee air bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. The supplemental driver knee air bag provides en- hanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts, pretension...

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    Deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The sab moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the sab inflates. Children are at an even greater risk o...

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    The sabic deploys downward, covering the side win- dows. An inflating sabic pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The sabics inflate with enough force to injure you if you are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the sa...

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    The sabics and sabs (“side air bags”) are designed to activate in certain side impacts. The occupant restraint controller (“orc”) determines whether the deployment of the side air bags in a particular impact event is appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision. The side impact sensors a...

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    Warning! • side air bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. • being too close to the side air bags during deploy- ment could cause you to be severely injured or killed. • relying on the side air bags alone could lead to more severe in...

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    • as the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the are...

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    Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the orc will determine whether to have the enhanced accident response sys- tem perform the following functions: • cut off fuel...

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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 seconds, then the turn signal lights will turn off and the reset procedure must be performed again in order to be successful. Air bag warning light the air bags must be ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The occupant re- straint ...

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    Free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately. • the air bag warning light does not come on during the four to eight seconds when the ignition is first placed in the on/run position. • the air bag warning light remains on after the four to eig...

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    Maintaining your air bag system warning! • modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the s...

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    Event data recorder (edr) this vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-...

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    Child restraints everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. Every state in the united states, and every canadian province, requires that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be pros- ecuted for ignoring it. Ch...

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    Note: • for additional information, refer to www.Seatcheck.Org or call 1–866–seatcheck (732–8243). Canadian resi- dents should refer to transport canada’s website for additional information: • www.Tc.Gc.Ca/eng/roadsafety/safedrivers- childsafety-index-53.Htm summary of recommendations for restrainin...

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    Child size, height, weight or age recommended type of child restraint larger children children who have out-grown their forward-facing child restraint, but are too small to properly fit the vehicle’s seat belt belt positioning booster seat and the vehicle seat belt, seated in the rear seat of the ve...

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    Warning! • never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger advanced front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear- facing child restraint. • only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with ...

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    Warning! • improper installation can lead to failure of an infant or child restraint. It could come loose in a collision. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. • after a child restraint i...

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    2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back? 3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder between their neck and arm? 4. Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not th...

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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 seating position • top tether anchorage symbol 64 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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    What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child re- straint) for using the latch an- chorage 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 ...

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    Can two child restraints be at- tached using 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 anchor- ages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child...

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    Locating 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 them if...

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    Locating tether anchorages 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 the lower ancho...

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    1. Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages. 2. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for that seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recli...

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    Behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. Do not lock the seat belt. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them. Warning! • improper installation of a child restraint to t...

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    Lap/shoulder belt systems for installing child restraints in this vehicle • alr = switchable automatic locking retractor • top tether anchorage symbol 2 things to know before starting your vehicle 71.

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    What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child re- straint) 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 for- ward facing child restrai...

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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. If the rear seat can be moved forward and r...

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    The tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See the section “installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage” for directions to attach a tether anchor. 9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the seat belt pa...

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    Tether anchorage for that seating position, move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available. 2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints...

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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 a problem. Safety tip...

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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 eventually poison you. To avoid breathing (co), follow these safety tips: • do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined...

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    Safety checks you should make inside the vehicle seat belts inspect the seat 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 s...

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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 ! Power convertible top — if equipped . .86 ▫ lowering the power top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 ▫ raising the power top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 ▫ power convertible top relearn procedure . . . . .88 ▫ wind stop . . . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ seat height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 ▫ ez entry feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 ▫ memory feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 ▫ heated seats — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 ▫ head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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    ▫ to resume speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 ▫ to vary the speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 ▫ to accelerate for passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 ! Rear park assist — if equipped . . . . . . . .122 ▫ rear park assist sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122...

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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, is used to open the power top, and the driver side button, is used to close the powe...

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    Note: vertical movement only operates in auto open/ close mode. Raising the power top auto close from the convertible top fully open position, push the top close button for approximately one second for the three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top close button for approximately one second a ...

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    Caution! (continued) • use care when washing the vehicle, water pressure directed at the weather strip seals may cause water to leak into the vehicle’s interior. Warning! The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the fabric top cannot be exp...

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    5. Release the open button. 6. Hold the closed button to move the top to the fully closed position. 7. Continue to hold the closed button until the top begins to cycle fully open, then release the closed button. At the end of step 7 the top will automatically cycle to the fully open position, and th...

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    Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be reduced by moving the small control under the mirror to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The mirror should be adjusted while set in the day position (toward the windshield). Automatic dimming mirror — if equipped this mirror automat...

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    Caution! To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror clean. Power mirrors the power mirror controls are located on the driver’s door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist ...

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    Mirror, press the mirror select switch to either the l (left) or r (right) to select the mirror you need to adjust. Using the mirror control switch, press on any of the four arrows for the direction that you want the mirror to move. Warning! Vehicles and other objects seen in the passenger side conv...

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    Folding mirrors the exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage. The mirror has three detent positions: full forward, normal and full rearward. Heated mirrors — if equipped these mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature can be activa...

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    Blue&me™ hands-free communication blue&me™ hands-free communication overview — if equipped windows mobile™-based fiat blue&me™ is a per- sonal telematic system enabling you to use communica- tion and entertainment applications expressly designed for use in the car. The blue&me™ system installed on y...

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    The hands-free kit the basic characteristic of this hands-free kit is voice recognition with bluetooth® wireless technology. With this system you can make and receive calls safely and securely by using either voice commands or buttons on the steering wheel. This can be done under any driving conditi...

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    To get started with blue&me™ hands-free kit with voice recognition, you have to simply pair your bluetooth® wireless technology enabled mobile phone with the system. Pairing is an operation that has to be made only once. Note: • during the mobile phone pairing procedure, blue&me™ attempts to detect ...

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    The hands-free kit enables the following operations: • contact calling by voice — you can call a contact in your mobile phone phonebook using your voice. You can also call a contact in your phonebook by scanning through the entries on the multifunction display. (to use this option you have to transf...

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    Message reader the blue&me™ message reader enables automatic reading, through the car sound system, of the sms texts you receive on your bluetooth® wireless technology mobile phone that are received when the phone is paired and connected to the blue&me™ system. It does not provide access to messages...

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    • to delete individual messages or the entire inbox using the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands. The blue&me™ system can also recognize and read abbreviations, if any (e.G. “iluvu” will be read like “i love you”) and interpret the most usual emoticons (e.G. :-) will be read like “smile...

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    Note: • the media player does not support audio files com- pressed with other formats and drm (digital rights management) protected audio files. Non-supported audio files that may be present on the usb device will be ignored. • to use the media player, you have to simply connect (directly or by an e...

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    Warning! (continued) • keep the owner’s manual in the car: when kept in the car, the owner’s manual will be available for you and other users unfamiliar with the system. Please make certain that before using the system for the first time, all persons have access to the owner’s manual and read its in...

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    Forward/rearward adjustment the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the desired position is reached. Then, using body pressure, move forward and rearward on the s...

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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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    3. 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 th...

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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

    Deactivation pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds. 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 positi...

  • Page 115

    • 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 into the on/run position. Front fog lights — if equipped the fog light swi...

  • 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

    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 equipped this feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. The tilt control lever is located on the left-side of the ste...

  • 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

    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 cruise indicator light will turn off. The system should be turned off when not in use. Warning! Leaving the electronic speed con...

  • 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 to increase speed when the electronic speed control is set, you can in- crease speed by pushing the res (+) button. The drivers pre...

  • Page 123

    The speed decrement shown is dependant on the selected speed unit of u.S. (mph) or metric (km/h): u.S. Speed (mph) • pressing the set (-) button once will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph. • if the button is continually pressed...

  • Page 124

    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 control and have an accident. Do not use electronic speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-cov...

  • Page 125

    Rear park assist warning display the rear park assist warning screen is located within the electronic vehicle information center (evic). It provides audible and visual warnings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and the detected ob- stacle. Refer to #electronic vehicle informati...

  • Page 126

    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 in- creases as the distance decreases. • emits continuo...

  • Page 127

    Signal meaning indication failure sensor or system failures visual signal (instrument panel) • icon appears on display. • message is displayed on the electronic vehicle information center (evic) (where provided). While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not muted. The audible signal is...

  • Page 128

    Even if the system is able to identify that a specific sensor is in failure condition, the evic shall indicate that the rear park assist system is unavailable, without reference to the sensor in failure condition. If even a single sensor fails, the entire system must be disabled. The system is turne...

  • Page 129

    • objects such as bicycle carriers, etc., must not be placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/ bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so can result in the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor problem, causing a failure indication to be displayed in the instrument clust...

  • Page 130

    Warning! • drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the rear park assist system. 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 ...

  • Page 131

    Power sunroof — if equipped the power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location acces- sible to children. Occupants, particularly ...

  • Page 132

    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 133

    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 134

    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 135

    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 136

    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 137

    Cupholders for the driver and front passenger, cupholders are lo- cated on the floor console between the front seats. 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 veh...

  • Page 138

    Storage glove compartment the glove compartment is located on the right side of the instrument panel. Pull outward on the glove compart- ment latch to open the glove compartment. Push the glove compartment door upward to close it. Glove compartment latch 136 understanding the features of your vehicl...

  • Page 139

    Cargo area features the rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity. Push down the release button, located at the outboard top of the seatback and move the seatback to its folded- down position to provide a flat load floor cargo area. When returning the seatback to its ...

  • Page 140

    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 instrument cluster will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The rear...

  • Page 141

    Caution! Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements: • use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements....

  • Page 143: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents ! Instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .143 ! Turbo boost gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 ! Instrument cluster — eco . . . . . . . . . . .145 ! Instrument cluster — pop, lounge, 500c . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 144

    ! Sales code (rab) radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 ▫ introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 ▫ suggestions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 ▫ technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185 ▫ quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 145

    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 146

    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...

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    Instrument cluster — eco 4 understanding your instrument panel 145.

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    Instrument cluster — pop, lounge, 500c 146 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Instrument cluster 4 understanding your instrument panel 147.

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    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Tire pressure monitoring telltale light — if equipped each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure ...

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    As intended. Tpms malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tpms from functioning properly. Always check the tpms malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your veh...

  • Page 152

    Note: • a continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on. • check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either indicator remains on and does not flash, or flashes at a rapid rate. 4. Electronic stability control (esc) activation/ malfunct...

  • Page 153

    5. Air bag warning light this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to on/run. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Re...

  • Page 154

    9. Malfunction indicator light (mil) the malfunction indicator light (mil) is part of an onboard diagnostic (obdii) system which monitors the emissions and engine con- trol system. If the vehicle is ready for emissions testing, the light will come on when the ignition is first turned on and remain o...

  • Page 155

    10. Front fog light indicator — if equipped this indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. 11. Electric power steering malfunction warning light this telltale is on when the electric power steering is not operating and needs service. 12. Rear fog light indicator — if equipped this ...

  • Page 156

    Indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir. If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indica...

  • Page 157

    An ebd failure, the brake warning light will turn on along with the abs light. Immediate repair to the abs system is required. Operation of the brake warning light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the off position to the on/run position. The light should illuminate for ap- proximat...

  • Page 158

    16. Gas pedal percentage gauge/turbo gauge/eco in- dex gauge depending on what options and trim level, your vehicle is equipped with there are three gauges available. • gas pedal percentage gauge: this gauge shows what percent the gas pedal is currently depressed at. • turbo gauge: this gauge shows ...

  • Page 159

    18. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) the evic features a driver-interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. For further information, refer to “electronic vehicle information center (evic)” in “understanding your instrument panel.” 19. Temperature gauge the temperature ...

  • Page 160

    Warning! (continued) vehicle.” follow the warnings under the “cooling system pressure cap” paragraph. 20. Tachometer the tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm x 1000). 21. Speedometer / trip odometer / electronic vehicle information center (evic) display area this display ...

  • Page 161

    23. 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 light failure, fuel cut-off intervention, fuel cut-off not available, parking sensor failure. 24. Cruise on indicator — if eq...

  • Page 162

    The light is flashing when the engine is running, imme- diate service is required and you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may require towing. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned to on/run and remain on briefly as a bulb...

  • Page 163

    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 164

    Evic displays 1. Red telltales (left bank) • hood ajar • low oil pressure • electronic throttle control • door ajar • speed limiter — if equipped 2. Amber telltales • ice risk • fuel cut off • fuel cut off failed • hill holder failed • oil change request • check lights • vehicle lock 3. Electronic s...

  • Page 165

    5. Red telltales (right bank) • trunk ajar • transmission failure • battery charge indicator 6. Exceeded speed limiter 7. Shift up or down indicators 8. Gear indicator evic control buttons push and release the menu button briefly to access the evic. Push and hold the menu button (approximately one s...

  • Page 166

    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) setup menu the menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle. Push and release the up and down but- tons to access the different options and settings (setup). The setup menu can be activated by pushing the menu button. A single push on the up o...

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    Selecting an option of the main menu without submenu 1. Briefly push and release the menu button to select the main menu option to set. 2. Push and release the up or down button (by single pushes) to select the new setting. 3. Briefly push and release the menu button to store the new setting and go ...

  • Page 168

    After a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the engine oil change interval may fluctuate, dependent upon your personal driving style. Unless reset, this message will continue to display e...

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    New trip to reset: • push and hold the trip button to reset the system manually. • when the “trip distance” reaches 9999.9 miles or kilometers or when the “travel time” reaches 999.59 (999 hours and 59 minutes), the system is reset auto- matically. • disconnecting/reconnecting the battery resets the...

  • Page 170

    • instantaneous economy • average speed a • travel time a (driving time) “trip b” can be used to display the figures relating to: • trip distance b • average economy • average speed b • travel time b (driving time) note: “trip b” functions may be excluded (see “trip b data”). “range” and “instantane...

  • Page 171

    Average economy this value shows the approximate average consumption since the last reset. Instant economy this indicates the fuel consumption. The value is con- stantly updated. The message “----” will appear on the display if the car is parked with the engine running. Average speed this value show...

  • Page 172

    2. Briefly push and release the menu button to go back to the menu screen or push and hold the menu (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing settings. Speed beep (speed limit) with this function, it is possible to set the car speed limit (mph or km/h) to immediately a...

  • Page 173

    To cancel the setting, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the menu button. “on” will flash on the display. 2. Push and release the down button. “off” will flash on the display. 3. Briefly push and release the menu button to go back to the menu screen, or push and hold the menu button (a...

  • Page 174

    3. Select the required option and then push and release the menu button. 4. When accessing the “time” sub-menu item, briefly push and release the menu button and “hours” will flash on the display. 5. Push and release the up or down button for setting. 6. Briefly push and release the menu button and ...

  • Page 175

    Set date this function may be used to set the date (day - month - year). To change, the date proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the menu button. Push and release the up or down button to highlight date, push and release the menu button and year will begin to flash. 2. Push and release t...

  • Page 176

    • cd audio, cd mp3: track number. To activate (on) or to deactivate (off) the sound system info displaying, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the menu button. Push and release the up or down button to highlight see radio and push and release the menu button. 2. Push and release the up ...

  • Page 177

    Autoclose with this function active, the doors will automatically lock at when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). To change the setting proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the menu button. Push the up or down button to highlight autoclose. Push and release the menu button to e...

  • Page 178

    4. When accessing the “distance” submenu, briefly push and release the menu button. Either “mi” or “km” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting). 5. Push and release the up or down button for setting. 6. Briefly push and release the menu button to return to the sub-menu. 7. Whe...

  • Page 179

    Language (selecting the language) the messages can be displayed in the following lan- guages: italian, english, turkce, nederlands, spanish, french, dutch, polish, brasilian. To set the required language, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the menu button. Push and release the up or dow...

  • Page 180

    Button volume (button volume adjustment) this function may be used to adjust the volume of the beep accompanying the buttons. Menu, up or down buttons can be adjusted according to 8 levels. To adjust the volume, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the menu button. Push and release the up...

  • Page 181

    3. Push and release the up or down button for setting. 4. Briefly push and release the menu button to go back to the menu screen, or push and hold the button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings. Gsi (gear shift indicator) this function may be used to...

  • Page 182

    Hill start assist this function is used when starting a vehicle from a stop on a hill. Hill start assist maintains the same level of brake pressure the driver applied for a short period of time after the foot has been removed from the brake pedal. Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off...

  • Page 183

    Lock when unlock driver door is selected, only the driver’s door will unlock on the first push of the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter unlock button. When unlock drivers door is selected, you must push the rke trans- mitter unlock button twice to unlock the passenger door. When all doors is se...

  • Page 184

    Sales code (rab) radio introduction the radio has been designed according to the specifica- tions of the passenger compartment, with a personalized design to match the style of the dashboard. If the radio has blue&me™, refer to the appropriate “blue&me™ user’s manual” for further information. The in...

  • Page 185

    Reception conditions reception conditions change constantly while driving. Reception may be interfered with by the presence of mountains, buildings or bridges, or when you are far away from the broadcaster. Warning! Having the volume turned up high can cause the driver to not be able to hear importa...

  • Page 186

    • do not stick labels on the cd surface or write on the recorded surface with pencils or pens. • do not use cds that are very scratched, flawed, distorted, etc. Using discs like these will result in malfunctions or damage to the player. • the use of original cd media is required for the best quality...

  • Page 187

    Technical specifications the complete system consists of: • two 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers, one speaker in each of the front doors. • two 22 mm diameter tweeter speakers, one speaker in each of the front pillars. • two 100 mm diameter full range speakers, one speaker in each of the rear side...

  • Page 188

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

  • Page 189

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

  • Page 190

    Button radio functions mode radio station search: • automatic search • manual search automatic search: push buttons or (long push for fast for- ward) manual search: push buttons or (long push for fast forward) 1 2 3 4 5 current radio station storing long button push for memory pre- set 1 to 5 respec...

  • Page 191

    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 192

    • 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 or data cd, cd-r and cd-rw audio section • mute/pause function • soft mute funct...

  • Page 193

    Selecting the cd function by briefly pushing the media button, the cd audio source can be selected (only if a cd is loaded). Volume adjustment to adjust the volume, push the buttons +vol or –vol to increase/decrease the volume. Mute/pause function push the button briefly to activate the mute func- t...

  • Page 194

    • midrange (midrange adjustment) • treble (treble adjustment) • balance (right/left balance adjustment) • fader (front/rear balance adjustment) • loudness — if equipped (loudness function activation/deactivation) • equalizer — if equipped (activation and selection of factory equalization adjustments...

  • Page 195

    By pushing the or buttons briefly, the levels will change progressively. By pushing them down longer, the levels will change quickly. Select the value “0” to set the right and left audio outputs at the same level. Fader adjustment proceed as follows: 1. Push the audio button. 2. Push the or button t...

  • Page 196

    Curves can be adjusted. To deactivate the equalizer, select the “eq preset” function in the audio menu. To activate the equalizer, use the audio button to select one of the adjustments: • “eq user” (adjustment of 7 equalizer bands that can be changed by the user) • “classic” (equalizer preset for op...

  • Page 197

    Menu menu button functions push 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 func- tion, use the or buttons. The current status of the selected function appears on the display. The functions mana...

  • Page 198

    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 199

    • “radio off: 20 min” — the radio turns off indepen- dently from the ignition key; the radio remains on for a maximum period of 20 minutes after the key has been turned to the stop position. System reset function this function is used to restore all settings to the factory values. The options are: •...

  • Page 200

    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 201

    The desired direction. If the or button is pushed 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 radi...

  • Page 202

    Www.Siriusxm.Com/customeragreement. 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 available in canada; see www.Siriusxm.Ca. Siriusxm satellite radio program types program types can be selected by pushing the or ...

  • Page 203

    When installed in the customer’s vehicle. To reactivate your service, either call the number listed on the display or visit the provider online. Caution! Neither sirius nor fiat is responsible for any errors in accuracies in the sirius data services or its use in vehicles. Siriusxm and all related m...

  • Page 204

    Cd player introduction this chapter describes the operation of the cd player only. To operate the radio, refer to the description in the “functions and adjustments” chapter. Cd player selection to activate the cd player built into the equipment, proceed as follows: • load a cd with the equipment swi...

  • Page 205

    Push the button with the radio turned on, to activate the motorized cd ejection system. After ejec- tion, the last audio source listened to before playing the cd will be heard. If the cd is not removed from the radio, it will automati- cally be reloaded about 20 seconds later but will not resume pla...

  • Page 206

    If the track has been played for more than 3 seconds, pushing the button, starts the track again from the beginning. In this case, if you want to play the previous track, push the button twice consecu- tively. Track fast forward/rewind keep the button pushed down to fast forward the selected track a...

  • Page 207

    The specifications and operating conditions for playing mp3 files are the following: • the cd-roms used should be burned in accordance with iso standard 9660. • the music files should have the extension “.Mp3” or “.Wma” files with a different extension will not be reproduced. • the sampling frequenc...

  • Page 208

    When one of the id3-tag pieces of information is chosen to be displayed (title, artist, album) and this informa- tion has not been recorded for the track played, the text # unknown# will be displayed for that field. Selection of next/previous folder push the button to select a next folder or the but...

  • Page 209

    Source can not be selected nothing has been loaded. Load the cd or the mp3 cd to be listened to. Cd player the cd does not play: the cd is dirty. Clean the cd. The cd is scratched. Try using another cd. The cd can not be loaded: a cd is already loaded. Press the button and remove the cd. Mp3 file re...

  • Page 210

    Ipod®/usb/media player control — if equipped this feature allows an ipod® or external usb device to be plugged into the usb or aux port, located in the center console. Refer to the appropriate blue&me™ radio user’s manual for ipod® or external usb device support capability. Usb/aux port 1 — auxiliar...

  • Page 211

    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. Pu...

  • Page 212

    Radio operation pushing the top of the switch will “seek” up for the next listenable station and pushing 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- gramme...

  • Page 213

    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 disc, it may be damaged (e.G., scratched, reflective coat- ing removed, a hair, moist...

  • Page 214

    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 215

    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 216

    • 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 mois- ture on the windshield. • defrost air is directed throu...

  • Page 217

    Automatic temperature control (atc) • the automatic temperature control (atc) allows the occupant to select a 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 system automatically main...

  • Page 218

    2. A/c button push 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/down bu...

  • Page 219

    And side window demist outlets. When the defrost but- ton is selected, the blower level will increase. Use defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best wind- shield and side window defrosting and defogging. Per- forming this function will cause the atc to switch into manual mode. If the f...

  • Page 220

    11. Climate control on/off button push and release to turn the climate control on or off. 12. Recirculation control button push and release to change the current setting. The indicator illuminates when on. Note: when in defrost mode, the recirculation button will flash if pushed. This indicates that...

  • Page 221

    Note: in cold weather, use of recirculation mode may lead to excessive window fogging. The recirculation feature may be unavailable (indicator light shall blink) if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of the windshield. On systems with manual climate con- trols, the recirculatio...

  • Page 222

    Manual operation the system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, a/c status and recirculation con- trol. The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. ...

  • Page 223

    Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works very well) will help prevent contaminates (cigarette smoke, perfumes, etc.) from sticking to the windows. Contaminates increase the rate of window fogging. Note: automatic temperature controls...

  • Page 224

    Operating tips chart 222 understanding your instrument panel.

  • Page 225: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents ! Starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227 ▫ manual transmission — if equipped . . . . . . .227 ▫ automatic transmission — if equipped . . . . .227 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227 ▫ cold weather operation . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 226

    ! Autostick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 ▫ operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .242 ! Driving on slippery surfaces . . . . . . . . .244 ▫ acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244 ▫ traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 227

    ▫ tire loading and tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . .267 ! Tires — general information . . . . . . . .272 ▫ tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .272 ▫ tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273 ▫ tire pressures for high speed operation . . . .275 ▫ radial ...

  • Page 228

    ▫ fuel system cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 ▫ carbon monoxide warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . .299 ! Adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 ▫ fuel filler cap (gas cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 ▫ loose fuel filler cap message . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 229

    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 230

    Turn the ignition switch to the avv/acc (start) position and release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the stop (off/lock) position, wait 10 to 15 seconds, then repeat the “normal starting” procedure. Cold weather operation to prev...

  • Page 231

    3. If the engine fails to start within ten seconds, cycle the ignition to the stop (off/lock) position, wait five seconds to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the extended park starting procedure. 4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the starter to cool for at least 10 mi...

  • Page 232

    After starting the idle speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up. Turbocharger “cool down” this vehicle is equipped with an after-run pump to cool the turbocharger after the engine is shut off. Depending on the type of driving and the amount of cargo, the pump will run for up to 10 m...

  • Page 233

    Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. Use each gear in numerical order; do not skip a gear. Be sure the transmission is in first gear, not third, when starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch can resu...

  • Page 234

    Recommended shift speeds to use your manual transmission for optimal fuel economy, it should be upshifted as listed in the following table. Manual transmission recommended shift speeds units in mph (km/h) engine size accel- era- tion rate 1 to 2 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 1.4l turbo accel 14 (23) 23 (37) ...

  • Page 235

    When turning a corner or driving up a steep grade, downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur- dened. Automatic transmission — if equipped caution! Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow- ing precautions are not observed: • shift into or out of park or reverse only after the ...

  • Page 236

    Warning! (continued) • unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running. Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into park, turn the engine off, and r...

  • Page 237

    Key ignition park interlock this vehicle is equipped with a key ignition park inter- lock which requires the transmission to be in park before the ignition switch can be turned to the lock/ off (key removal) position. The key can only be re- moved from the ignition when the ignition is in the lock/o...

  • Page 238

    Only shift from drive to park or reverse when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has park, reverse, neu- tral, drive, and autostick shift positions. Manual shifts c...

  • Page 239

    Gear ranges do not race the engine when shifting from park or neutral into another gear range. Note: after selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. Park (p) this range supplements the parki...

  • Page 240

    Warning! (continued) • it is dangerous to shift out of park or neutral if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something....

  • Page 241

    Caution! • before moving the shift lever out of park, you must turn the ignition switch from the lock/off position to the on/run position, and also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result. • do not race the engine when shifting from park or neutral into another gear ...

  • Page 242

    Warning! Do not coast in neutral and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Caution! Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any oth...

  • Page 243

    If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating limits, the transmission controller will expand the range of torque converter clutch engagement. This is done to pre- vent transmission damage due to overheating. During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on en...

  • Page 244

    Note: even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Your authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur. If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer service is required...

  • Page 245

    • the transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the vehicle is accelerated. • you can start out (from a stop) in first, second, or third gear. Starting out in second or third gear can be hel...

  • Page 246

    Driving on slippery surfaces acceleration rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a difference in the surface traction under the front (driving) wheels. Warning! ...

  • Page 247

    Driving through water driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/rising water warning! Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flow...

  • Page 248

    Caution! • always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the wa...

  • Page 249

    Power steering the electric power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide light efforts while parking and good feel while driving. If the electric steering system experiences a fault that pr...

  • Page 250

    Note: • even if the power steering assistance is no longer operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under these conditions there will be a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and during parking maneuvers. • if the condition persists, see your authorized d...

  • Page 251

    From the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A...

  • Page 252

    Sport mode manual transmission — if equipped 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 drivin...

  • Page 253

    Automatic transmission — if equipped the sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increase in effort and changes the transmis- sion shift schedules for more aggressive shifting. This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired...

  • Page 254

    Brake system your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability, the remaining system will still func- tion. However, there will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel during applica...

  • Page 255

    The abs includes an amber abs warning light. When the light is illuminated, the abs is not functioning. The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turning the ignition off and on again may reset the abs if the fault detected was only momentary. Warning! • pumping the anti-lock brakes will ...

  • Page 256

    Brake assist system (bas) the bas is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce...

  • Page 257

    Wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide en- hanced acceleration and stability. A feature of the tcs system, brake limited differential (bld), functions simi- lar to a limited slip differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster ...

  • Page 258

    Warning! There may be situations on minor hills 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 brak- ing the vehicle. Disabli...

  • Page 259

    Note: the esc off switch is located left of the steering column (manual transmission only). Esc off switch (automatic transmission) esc off switch (manual transmission) 5 starting and operating 257.

  • Page 260

    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, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very...

  • Page 261

    To turn esc on again, momentarily press the switch again. This will restore the normal esc on mode of operation. Warning! When in “partial off” mode, the tcs functionality of esc (except for the limited slip feature described in the tcs section) has been disabled and the “esc off indicator light” wi...

  • Page 262

    Esc activation/malfunction indicator light and esc off indicator light the esc activation/malfunction indicator light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the mar (acc/on/run) position for four seconds. If the esc activation/malfunction indicator light comes o...

  • Page 263

    Tire safety information tire markings 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 stand...

  • Page 264

    • temporary spare tires are designed for temporary emergency use only. Temporary high pressure com- pact spare tires have the letter “t” or “s” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: t145/80d18 103m. • high flotation tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards and it beg...

  • Page 265

    Example: r = construction code – #r# means radial construction, or – #d# means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = rim diameter in inches (in) service description: 95 = load index – a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry h = speed symbol – a symbol indicating the r...

  • Page 266

    Example: load identification: absence of the following load identification symbols on the sidewall of the tire indicates a standard load (sl) tire: • xl = extra load (or reinforced) tire, or • ll = light load tire or • c, d, e, f, g = load range associated with the maximum load a tire can carry at a...

  • Page 267

    Example: dot ma l9 abcd 0301 dot = department of transportation – this symbol certifies that the tire is in compliance with the u.S. Department of transportation tire safety standards and is approved for highway use ma = code representing the tire manufacturing location (two digits) l9 = code repres...

  • Page 268

    Tire terminology and definitions term definition b-pillar the vehicle b-pillar is the structural member of the body located behind the front door. 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,...

  • Page 269

    Tire loading and tire pressure tire and loading information placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door. Example tire placard location (door) example tire placard location (b-pillar) 5 starting and ...

  • Page 270

    Tire and loading information placard this placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. Total weight your vehicle can carry. 3. Tire size designed for your vehicle. 4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires. ...

  • Page 271

    To determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed xxx lbs or xxx kg” on the tire and loading information placard. The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue weight (if applicable) ...

  • Page 272

    Note: • if your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The follow- ing table shows examples on how to calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and num- ber and size of occupan...

  • Page 273

    5 starting and operating 271.

  • Page 274

    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 275

    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. Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability of the v...

  • Page 276

    At least once a month: • check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires may look properly inflated even when they are under- inflated. • inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage. Cau...

  • Page 277

    Tire pressures for high speed operation the manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds, maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very important. Increased tire pressure ...

  • Page 278

    Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and additional information. Damaged run flat tires, or run flat tires that have experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced imme- diately with another run flat tire of identical size and service description (load index and speed symbol). Tire ...

  • Page 279

    Warning! Do not use summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury or death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Snow tires some areas of the country require the use of snow tires during the winter....

  • Page 280

    Run flat mode. A run flat mode occurs when the tire inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kpa). Once a run flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immedi- ately. A run flat tire is not repairable. It is not recommended driving a vehicle...

  • Page 281

    Compact spare tire — if equipped the compact spare is for temporary emergency use only. You can identify if your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare by looking at the spare tire description on the tire and loading information placard located on the driver’s side door opening or on the sidewall ...

  • Page 282

    Tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, the temporary use full size spare tire needs to be replaced. Since it is not the same as your original equipment tire, replace (or repair) the original equipment tire and reinstall on the vehicle at the first oppo...

  • Page 283

    Tire spinning when stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping. Refer to “freeing a stuck vehicle” in “what to do in emergencies” for further information. Warning! Fast spinning tire...

  • Page 284

    These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (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 information. L...

  • Page 285

    Replacement tires the tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manu- facturer strongly recommends that you use tires equiva- lent to the originals in size, quality and performance w...

  • Page 286

    Warning! (continued) braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict- able handling and stress to steering and suspen- sion components. You could lose control and have a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved for your vehicle. •...

  • Page 287

    Tire rotation recommendations the tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at different loads and perform different steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates. These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires. The benefits of rotation a...

  • Page 288

    Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold tire pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (7 kpa) for every 12° f (6.5° c). This means that when the out...

  • Page 289

    For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 30 psi (207 kpa). If the ambient temperature is 68° f (20° c) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186 kpa), a temperature drop to 20° f (-7° c) will decrease the tire pressure to approxima...

  • Page 290

    Note: • the tpms is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. • the tpms should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressure. • driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat ...

  • Page 291

    The tpms consists of the following components: • receiver module. • four tire pressure monitoring sensors. • tire pressure monitoring telltale light. Tire pressure monitoring low pressure warnings the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster, an audible chi...

  • Page 292

    Note: your vehicle may be equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly. 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the tpms will not moni- tor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire. 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road ...

  • Page 293

    Enhanced tpm system when the vehicle is equipped with an enhanced tpm system, the driver can view text messages showing the actual tire pressure value by position by selecting the tire pressure menu command in the instrument cluster. Refer to ”instrument panel features” in “understanding your instru...

  • Page 294

    Should this occur, you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with low pressure to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressures, the system will automatically update and the “tire pressure moni- toring telltale light” will ...

  • Page 295

    If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the “tire pressure monitoring telltale light” will no longer flash, and the “service tire pressure monitoring system” message will no longer display, and a pres...

  • Page 296

    Shown. This indicates that the pressure values are still being received from the tpm sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position. The system still needs to be serviced as long as the #service tire pressure monitoring system# message is displayed. Note: • the tpms will not mon...

  • Page 297

    Of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the tpms to receive this information. General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and rss 210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following...

  • Page 298

    Reformulated gasoline many areas of the country require the use of cleaner burning gasoline referred to as “reformulated gasoline.” reformulated gasoline contain oxygenates and are spe- cifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and im- prove air quality. The manufacturer supports the use of refo...

  • Page 299

    If a non-ffv vehicle is inadvertently fueled with e-85 fuel, the engine will have some or all of these symptoms: • operate in a lean mode. • obd ii “malfunction indicator light” on. • poor engine performance. • poor cold start and cold drivability. • increased risk for fuel system component corrosio...

  • Page 300

    Materials added to fuel all gasoline sold in the united states is required to contain effective detergent additives. Use of additional detergents or other additives is not needed under normal conditions and they would result in additional cost. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the f...

  • Page 301

    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 302

    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 303

    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 304

    Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground manual transmission automatic transmission flat tow none transmission in neutral not allowed dolly tow front ok ok rear not allowed not allowed on trailer all ok ok this veh...

  • Page 305

    Caution! Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground. Caution! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission dam...

  • Page 307: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents ! Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .307 ! If your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .307 ! Tire service kit — if equipped . . . . . . . . .308 ▫ tire service kit storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309 ▫ tire service kit components and operatio...

  • Page 308

    ! Jump-starting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . .327 ▫ preparations for jump-start . . . . . . . . . . . . . .328 ▫ jump-starting procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330 ! Freeing a stuck vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . .331 ! Shift lever override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .333 ! Towing a d...

  • Page 309

    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 310

    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 311

    Tire service kit storage the tire service kit is located under the front driver’s seat. Tire service kit components and operation tire service kit location tire service kit components 1 — sealant bottle 5 — mode select knob 2 — deflation button 6 — sealant hose (clear) 3 — pressure gauge 7 — air pum...

  • Page 312

    Using the mode select knob and hoses your tire service kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting air mode push in the mode select knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only. Use the black air pump hose (7) when selecting this mode. ...

  • Page 313

    • the sealant bottle (1) and sealant hose (6) are a one tire application use and need to be replaced after each use. Always replace these components immediately at your original equipment vehicle dealer. • when the tire service kit sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, and a damp cloth will remo...

  • Page 314

    Warning! • do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the tire service kit. • do not use tire service kit or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances: – if the puncture in the tire t...

  • Page 315

    Warning! (continued) • tire service kit sealant solution contains latex. In case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physician immediately. Keep tire service kit out of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomit...

  • Page 316

    4. Remove the cap from the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the sealant hose (6) onto the valve stem. 5. Uncoil the power plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 volt power outlet. Note: do not remove foreign objects (e.G., screws or nails) from the tire. (c) injecting ...

  • Page 317

    Note: if the mode select knob (5) is on air mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense from the air pump hose (7) only, not the sealant hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the sealant hose (6): 1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hos...

  • Page 318

    3. Immediately disconnect the sealant hose (6) from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the tire service kit in the vehicle storage location. Quickly proceed to (d) “drive vehicle.” caution! • the metal end fitting from power plug (8) may get hot after ...

  • Page 319

    (e) after driving: pull over to a safe location. Refer to “whenever you stop to use tire service kit” before continuing. 1. Push in the mode select knob (5) and turn to the air mode position. 2. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 volt power outlet. 3. Uncoil the air pump...

  • Page 320

    5. Remove the speed limit sticker from the instrument panel after the tire has been repaired. 6. Replace the sealant bottle (1) and sealant hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- sible. Refer to (f) “sealant bottle and hose replace- ment”. Note: when having the tire serviced, ad...

  • Page 321

    Wheel and tire torque specifications proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is properly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly calibrated torque wrench. Torque speci...

  • Page 322

    Tighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel. Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten...

  • Page 323

    Warning! (continued) • being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be ra...

  • Page 324

    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 325

    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 326

    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. Remove center cap (if equipped). Note: before using the swivel wrench to remove the ...

  • Page 327

    3. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. Note: there are front and rear jacking locations on each side of the body (as indicated by the triangular lift point symbol on the sill molding). Do not raise the vehicle until ...

  • Page 328

    4. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. Warning! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary ...

  • Page 329

    Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not fully tighten the wheel bolts until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury. 7. Install the wheel and wheel bolts with the cone shaped end of the bolts toward the wheel. Lightly ...

  • Page 330

    Note: when using a portable battery booster pack, follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions. Warning! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury. Caution! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other ...

  • Page 331

    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 332

    Jump-starting procedure warning! Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion. Caution! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. Con...

  • Page 333

    6. Once the vehicle is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: disconnecting the jumper cables 1. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable from the engine ground (-) of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negativ...

  • Page 334

    Caution! (continued) the risk of clutch or transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle. 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 “starti...

  • Page 335

    Shift lever override if a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the park position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Remove the shift lever override access cover (located on t...

  • Page 336

    Towing a disabled vehicle this section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing condition wheels off the ground automatic transmission manual transmission flat tow none not allowed if transmission is operable: • transmission in neutral • 65 mph (10...

  • Page 337

    If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the on/run position. Caution! • do not use sling-type equipment when towing. Vehicle damage may occur. • when securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension compo...

  • Page 338

    Manual transmission • vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in neutral. • vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). Caution! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requi...

  • Page 339: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents ! Engine compartment — 1.4l turbo . . . .339 ! Onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . . .340 ! Emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . .340 ! Replacement parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .342 ! Dealer service . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 340

    ▫ manual transmission — if equipped . . . . . . .367 ▫ automatic transmission — if equipped . . . . .367 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 ! Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .376 ▫ interior fuses . ...

  • Page 341

    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 339.

  • Page 342

    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 343

    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 344

    If your obd ii system is not ready, you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failure or replacement, 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 rech...

  • Page 345

    Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you. 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...

  • Page 346

    Caution! (continued) • your vehicle has been built with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance inter- vals. Do not use chemical flushes in these compo- nents as the chemicals can damage your engine, transmission, or air conditi...

  • Page 347

    Adding 1 qt (1l) of oil when the reading is at the low end of the indicated range will result in the oil level at the full end of the indicator range. Caution! Do not overfill the engine with oil. Overfilling the engine with oil will cause oil aeration, which can lead to loss of oil pressure and an ...

  • Page 348

    The engine oil filler cap also shows the recommended engine oil viscosity for your engine. For information on engine oil filler cap location, refer to “engine compartment” in “main- taining your vehicle” for further information. Materials added to engine oil do not add any supplemental materials, ot...

  • Page 349

    Warning! The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine comp...

  • Page 350

    Warning! (continued) • battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery. Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 volts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other. • battery posts, terminals, and related accessories...

  • Page 351

    Air conditioner maintenance for best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at thi...

  • Page 352

    Refrigerant recovery and recycling r134a — if equipped r-134a air conditioning refrigerant is a hydrofluoro- carbon (hfc) that is endorsed by the environmental protection agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever, the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by autho...

  • Page 353

    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 torx® screw that secures the passenger side console closeout cover. 2. Pull the console closeout cover rearward to disengage the front retai...

  • Page 354

    3. Remove the two 5.5 mm 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 p...

  • Page 355

    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 356

    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 357

    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 358

    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 359

    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 360

    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 361

    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 362

    Caution! (continued) organic additive technology (oat) engine cool- ant is different and should not be mixed with hybrid organic additive technology (hoat) en- gine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally compat- ible” coolant (antifreeze). If a non-oat engine coolant (antifreeze) is introduced into t...

  • Page 363

    Please review these recommendations for using organic additive technology (oat) engine coolant (antifreeze) that meets the requirements of chrysler material stan- dard ms.90032. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze): • we recommend using mopar® antifreeze/coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (...

  • Page 364

    Cooling system pressure cap the cap must be fully tightened to prevent loss of engine coolant (antifreeze) and to ensure that engine coolant (antifreeze) remains pressurized. The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Warning! • ...

  • Page 365

    Coolant level the coolant expansion bottle provides a quick visual method for determining that the coolant level is ad- equate. With the engine off and cold, the level of the engine coolant (antifreeze) in the bottle should be be- tween the bottom and top lines marked “cold fill range”. As long as t...

  • Page 366

    • if frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks. • maintain engine coolant (antifreeze) concentration at a minimum of 50% oat coolant (conforming to ms.90032) and distilled water for proper corrosion protection of your engine w...

  • Page 367

    Be sure to clean the top of the master cylinder area before removing the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring the fluid level up to the requirements described on the brake fluid reservoir. Fluid level can be expected to fall as the brake pads wear. The brake fluid level should be checked when the p...

  • Page 368

    Warning! (continued) • to avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lowe...

  • Page 369

    Manual transmission — if equipped lubricant selection use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further information. Fluid level check check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluid level ...

  • Page 370

    Caution! Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac- turer’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration in transmission shift quality and/or torque converter shudder. Refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in this section for fluid specifications. Special additives the manufacturer s...

  • Page 371

    Caution! If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your autho- rized dealer immediately. Severe transmission dam- age may occur. Your authorized dealer has the proper tools to adjust the fluid level accurately. Fluid and filter changes under normal operating conditions, the fluid installed at the f...

  • Page 372

    What causes corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle. The most common causes are: • road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation. • stone and gravel impact. • insects, tree sap and tar. • salt in the air near seacoast localities. ...

  • Page 373

    Special care • if you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least once a month. • it is important that the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear and open. • if you detect any stone chips or scratches...

  • Page 374

    Note: if your vehicle is equipped with dark vapor or black satin chrome wheels do not use wheel cleaners, abrasives or polishing compounds. They will perma- nently damage this finish and such damage is not cov- ered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Use only mild soap and water with a soft cloth....

  • Page 375

    Interior care use mopar® total clean to clean fabric upholstery and carpeting. Use mopar® total clean to clean vinyl upholstery. Mopar® total clean is specifically recommended for leather upholstery. Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small part...

  • Page 376

    To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution fol- lowed by rinsing. Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses. Gl...

  • Page 377

    Cleaning plastic instrument cluster lenses the lenses in front of the instruments in this vehicle are molded in clear plastic. When cleaning the lenses, care must be taken to avoid scratching the plastic. 1. Clean with a wet soft rag. A mild soap solution may be used, but do not use high alcohol con...

  • Page 378

    Fuses warning! • when replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap- propriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure to use proper fuses may re...

  • Page 379

    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 courtesy li...

  • Page 380

    Cavity vehicle fuse number mini fuse description 3 f53 5 amp tan instrument panel node 4 f38 20 amp yellow central door locking 5 f36 10 amp red diagnostic socket, car radio, climate control system 6 f43 20 amp yellow bi-directional washer 7 f48 20 amp yellow passenger power window 8 f13 7.5 amp bro...

  • Page 381

    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 382

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f03 20 amp yellow – ignition switch f04 40 amp orange – anti-lock brake pump f05 70 amp tan – electric power steering f06 20 amp yellow – radiator fan - single speed f06 30 amp green – radiator fan - low speed f07 40 amp orange – radiator fan - high speed f08 4...

  • Page 383

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f17 – 25 amp clear powertrain (multiair – if equipped) f17 – 15 amp blue powertrain f18 – 15 amp blue powertrain f18 – 5 amp tan powertrain (multiair – if equipped) f19 – 7.5 amp brown air conditioning f20 – 15 amp blue heated seats – if equipped f21 – 15 amp b...

  • Page 384

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f85 30 amp green (ato) – rear defroster f87 – 5 amp tan rear defroster f90 – 5 amp tan heated mirrors – if equipped 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. • discon...

  • Page 385

    Bulb number front parking/daytime running lamps w21/5w front fog lamps h11ll front side marker lamps w3w front turn signal lamps wy21w side direction lamps wy5w rear turn signal lamps py21w rear side marker lamps w3w rear tail and stop lamps p21/5w rear backup lamps w16w center high mounted stop lam...

  • Page 386

    Headlamps low beam and high beam 1. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing. 2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise. 3. Remove the bulb and replace as needed. 4. Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place. 5. Reinstall the plastic cap. Front turn signal, parking and da...

  • Page 387

    6. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place. 7. Reinstall the plastic cap. Front fog lamps to replace the front fog lights, see your authorized dealer. Front/rear side marker lamps 1. Remove portion of the wheel liner to allow hand access to side m...

  • Page 388

    3. Remove four screws 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 lamp. Center high mounted ...

  • Page 389

    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) — with manual transmission 4.6 quarts 4.4 liters 1.4 liter tu...

  • Page 390

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant we recommend you use mopar® antifreeze/coolant 10 year/ 150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology) meeting the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-12106. Engine oil we recomme...

  • Page 391

    Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oat) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic additive technology (oat) engine cool- ant is different and should not be mixed with hybri...

  • Page 392

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part manual transmission – if equipped we recommend you use mopar® c635 ddct/mtx transmission fluid automatic transmission – if equipped use only mopar® aw-1 automatic transmission fluid or equivalent. Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the fun...

  • Page 393: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents ! Maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .392 ▫ maintenance chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .394 8.

  • Page 394

    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 395

    Once a month or before a long trip: check engine oil level check windshield washer fluid level check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and brake master cylinder as needed check function of all interior and exterior lights...

  • Page 396

    Maintenance chart mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 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 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,0...

  • Page 397

    Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 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 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208,000...

  • Page 398

    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 mechanic. • failure to properly inspect and mai...

  • Page 399: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents ! Suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .398 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .398 ▫ be reasonable with requests . . . . ....

  • Page 400

    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 401

    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 dealer service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • if for some reason...

  • Page 402

    Has access to a tdd or a conventional teletypewriter (tty) in the united states, can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1-800-380-chry. Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by bell canada. For tty teletypewrite...

  • Page 403

    Training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with the ownership experience. You will be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns. Warning! Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only), some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nent...

  • Page 404

    Campaign. However, nhtsa cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, and the manufacturer. To contact nhtsa, you may either call the auto safety hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov; or write to: adminis- t...

  • Page 405

    Diagnostic procedure manuals diagnostic procedure manuals are filled with diagrams, charts and detailed illustrations. These practical manuals make it easy for students and technicians to find and fix problems on computer-controlled vehicle systems and features. They show exactly how to find and cor...

  • Page 406

    Treadwear the treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relativ...

  • Page 407

    Vehicle safety standard no. 109. Grades b and a repre- sent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel, than the minimum required by law. Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflati...

  • Page 409: Index

    Index 10

  • Page 410

    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .360 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .355 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .298 air bag . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 411

    Automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233 adding fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368 fluid and filter changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 fluid change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .369 fluid level check . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 412

    Cellular phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 chains, tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .284 changing a flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 chart, tire sizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .262 check engine...

  • Page 413

    Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .363 points to remember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .362 pressure cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .362 selection of coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . .359 corrosion protection . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 414

    Emergency, in case of hazard warning flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307 jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327 towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334 emis...

  • Page 415

    Fluid, brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .390 fluid capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .387 fluid leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 fluid level checks automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .368...

  • Page 416

    Hazard driving through flowing, rising, or shallow standing water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245 headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .373 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 417

    Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 lead free gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295 leaks, fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 life of...

  • Page 418

    Maintenance free battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .347 maintenance, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343 maintenance procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .343 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .392 malfunction indicator light (ch...

  • Page 419

    Operating precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .340 operator manual (owner’s manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 overheating, engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307 owner’s manual (operator manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 420

    Replacement keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 replacement parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .342 replacement tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .401 restraints, child. . ....

  • Page 421

    Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 selection of oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345 sentry ke...

  • Page 422

    Sun roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 supplemental restraint system - airbag . . . . . . . . . .39 temperature control, automatic (atc) . . . . . . . . . .215 tilt steering column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117 tire and loading information placar...

  • Page 423

    Traction control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .254 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301 transaxle automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .367 auto...

  • Page 424

    Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 windshield defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114 windshield wiper ...

  • Page 425

    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...

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