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Fiat 2015 500 Abarth User Manual

Summary of 2015 500 Abarth

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    Download a free electronic copy of the owner’s manual and warranty booklet by visiting: www.Fiatusa.Com/en/owners/manuals (u.S.); www.Owners.Mopar.Ca/en (canada). 15ff500-926-aa fourth edition user guide 2 015 user guide 1856417_15d_500_500c_ug_031615.Indd 1 3/16/15 1:34 pm.

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    The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Fca us llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take th...

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    Introduction/welcome welcome from fiat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 controls at a glance driver cockpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 getting started key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 vehicle security alarm . . . . . . . ....

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    Welcome from fiat congratulations on selecting your new fiat vehicle. Be assured that it represents preci- sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new fiat vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under so...

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    Vehicles sold in canada with respect to any vehicles sold in canada, the name fca us llc shall be deemed to be deleted and the name fca canada inc. Used in substitution (excluding legal lines). Warning! • pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serio...

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    Driver cockpit 1. Turn signal/lights lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 25 2. Instrument cluster pg. 6 3. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) display 4. Wiper/washer lever pg. 27 5. Audio system pg. 38 6. Defroster 7. Storage compartment controls at a glance 4.

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    8. Climate controls pg. 31 9. Power windows pg. 30 10. Transmission gear selector 11. Speed control pg. 28 12. Blue & me™ hands-free communication pg. 42 13. Power mirror switch 14. Hood release pg. 81 controls at a glance 5.

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    Instrument cluster 1. Tachometer 2. Temperature guage 3. Electronic vehicle information center (evic) (see page 53 for instrument cluster warning lights.) controls at a glance 6.

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    4. Fuel gauge 5. Fuel economy gauge 6. Warning lights (see page 58 for instrument cluster indicator lights.) controls at a glance 7.

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    Key fob locking and unlocking the doors and liftgate • push the lock button on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. • push the unlock button on the re- mote keyless entry (rke) transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five ...

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    Warning! Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you: • before operating the power top, make sure that no moving parts of the convert- ible top can injure a person or animal. • never place any extremities (hands, fe...

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    Vehicle security alarm the vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the keyless enter-n-go™ start/stop button for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid release are disabled. If something tri...

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    Seat belt pretensioner • the front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. • a deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. Warning! • in a collision, you and your passenger...

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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 advanced front air bags will not deploy in every type of collision. • advanced front air bags are designed to provide additional protecti...

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    Note: if the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the occu- pant restraint controller (orc) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately. • afte...

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    Supplemental side air bags • this vehicle is equipped with supplemental seat-mounted side air bags (sabs) located in the outboard side of the front seats. The sabs are marked with a srs airbag or airbag label sewn into the outboard side of the seats. • this vehicle is equipped with supplemental side...

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    Child restraints children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. Every state in the united states and all canadian provinces require that ...

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    Locating tether anchorages • in addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Center seat latch warning! This vehicle does not have a center seating position. Do not use the center lower latch anchorages to install a child seat in the ...

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    4. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. 5. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt pat...

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    Tether anchorage installation 1. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. 2. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restra...

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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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    Rear head restraints to raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head re- straint, push the adjustment button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. Refer to “occupant restraints” in “things to know before starting your v...

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    Recliner • to recline the seatback, lift up the recline lever, located on the inboard side of the seat, lean back until the desired position has been reached, and release the lever. Seat height • drivers front seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the out- board side of t...

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    Ez entry seats the driver and front passenger seats have an ez entry feature for rear seat passengers. • pull forward on the release lever, located on the outboard side of the seatback, dump the seatback forward, then slide the seat forward to allow access in and out of the rear seat. Memory feature...

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    Rear seats folding rear seatback • to fold each rear seatback, push down on the button located on the upper outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback flat. Note: be sure that the front seats are fully up- right and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily. Tilt...

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    Warning! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driving with the steering column unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your vehicle. Failure to follow this warning ...

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    Engine break-in recommendations a long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While crui...

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    High beams • push the lever forward to activate the high beams. • a high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are on. Note: for safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists. Fla...

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    Wiper/washer lever front wipers intermittent, low and high operation • move the lever downward to the first detent for intermittent wiper operation, the second detent for low wiper opera- tion and to the third detent for high wiper operation. Mist • move the lever upward and release when a single wi...

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    Electronic speed control the electronic speed control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise on/off • push the on/off button to activate the speed control. Cruise ready will appear on the instru- ment cluster to indicate the speed control is on. • push the on/off button a second time to ...

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    To decrease speed when the electronic speed control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the set - button. The drivers preferred units can be selected through the instrument panel settings if equipped. The speed decrement shown is dependant on the chosen speed unit of u.S. (mph) or metric (km/h...

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    Power windows the controls for the power windows are located on either side of the gear lever. Power windows can be operated with the ignition in the on/run position for two min- utes after the key has been removed before any door is opened. • both windows have an auto down fea- ture. Push the switc...

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    Manual climate controls air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the recirculation off. • recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. • – air intake from outside • – internal air recirculation heated mirrors the mirr...

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    Automatic temperature controls (atc) automatic operation 1. Push the auto button. 2. Select the desired temperature by pushing the temperature control buttons. • the system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window ...

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    Rear park assist if an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in reverse, a visual warning will display in the instrument cluster and an audible tone will sound. The audible tone rate will change depending on the distance of the object, getting faster as the object gets close...

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    Power sunroof the power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. To open • push and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately two seconds and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Push the switch a sec- ond time and hold for approximately one second and release,...

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    Sun shade • for vehicles equipped with either a power sunroof or a fixed glass roof, there is a sun shade that can be open or closed. To open the sun shade push the tab and move the shade to a full open position. Warning! • do not let children play with the sunroof, or leave children unattended in t...

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    Raising 1. From the convertible top fully open position, push the top close button once for the partially open position. 2. Push the top close button a second time to partially close the convertible top. 3. Push and hold the close button to fully close convertible top. Note: rail lubrication is reco...

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    Wind buffeting • wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the windows down, or top down (convertible models), adjust one or both side windows up or down slightly. Engine block heater • to prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temp...

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    Your vehicle's sound system 1. Blue&me™ handsfree communication pg. 42 2. Steering wheel audio controls (right) pg. 45 3. Steering wheel audio controls (left) pg. 45 4. Audio system mute button 5. Am/fm radio with cd player and siriusxm satellite radio pg. 40 electronics 38.

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    6. Cd eject button 7. Usb port (located inside glove compartment — charge only) 8. Audio jack/usb port (located on center console) pg. 48 9. Power outlet pg. 51 electronics 39.

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    Am/fm radio with cd player and siriusxm satellite radio seek up/down buttons • push the right or left arrows to seek through radio stations in am or fm bands or seek through tracks in a cd. • hold either button to bypass stations or cd tracks without stopping. Tune up/down buttons • push the up or d...

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    Audio settings • push the audio button, then press the up and down arrows to select bass, treble, balance and fade. To adjust a setting, use the right and left arrows. Tuner • push the tuner button to select between am, fm, sat (siriusxm satellite radio) modes. Info • push the info button to view so...

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    Blue&me™ hands-free operation • fiat’s windows mobile™ based blue&me™ hands-free communication is a personal telematics system that incorporates communication and entertainment applications that are specifically designed for use in your car. • the blue&me™ hands-free communication package installed ...

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    Front steering wheel buttons the operations of the front blue&me™ steering wheel buttons, located on the front left of the steering wheel, are as follows: button short press function (less than one second) long press function (more than one second) phone/menu launch blue&me™ main menu dial the numbe...

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    Button short press function (less than one second) long press function (more than one second) mute/esc cancel voice recognition cancel a voice announce- ment interrupt message reading exit blue&me™ main menu exit the sub-menu and re- turn to the previous menu option exit current menu option without ...

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    Steering wheel audio controls • the right hand control on the rear of the steering wheel is a rocker type switch with a pushbutton in the center. Push the switch up for volume +. Push the switch down for volume –. The button in the center is the src button used to change audio sources (e.G. Am, fm, ...

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    • blue&me™ will ask if you would like to copy your paired phone phonebook to blue&me™. It is recommended to copy it. To start copying the phonebook say “yes,” otherwise say “no.” • for certain mobile phones the phonebook is not copied automatically, in this case you must transfer the phonebook conta...

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    Media player • with the blue&me™ media player you can play, via the car sound system, the digital audio files stored on a usb device by simply connecting it to the usb port located on the center console of the car. • the media player menu enables the following: – display tracks stored on your usb st...

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    Ipod®/usb/mp3 control — if equipped the usb port located on the center console, allows you to plug an ipod® or usb device into the vehicle's sound system. • to hear audio from devices connected to this port press the media button on the radio faceplate. When connected to this feature: • the ipod® or...

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    Electronic vehicle information center (evic) the evic features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pushing the controls on the right side of the instrument cluster allows the driver to select vehicle information and personal settings. Refer to “programmable featur...

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    Trip button the trip button is located on the end of the wiper lever to the right of the steering col- umn. The trip button can be used to display and reset the following functions: • range • distance travelled • average consumption • instant consumption • average speed • travel time • short push (l...

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    Power outlet there is a standard 12 volt (13 amp) power outlet, located in the floor console, for added convenience. This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices. Note: • do not exceed the maximum power of 160 watts (13 amps) at 12 volts. If the 160 watt (13 amp...

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    Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer weight ratings) • trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground manual transmission automatic transmission flat tow none trans...

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    Roadside assistance • if your fiat 500 requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service, lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the basic limited warranty, dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342 or 1-800-363-4869 for canadian residents. See your warranty booklet for fur...

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    – tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) light each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the ve- hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (if your vehicle has tires of a d...

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    Caution! The tpms has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. Tpms pres- sures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, typ...

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    If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the brake booster has been detected by the anti-lock brake system (abs)/elec...

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    - electronic stability control (esc) activation / malfunction indicator light the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” in the instrument cluster will come on for four seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the on/run position. If the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” comes ...

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    Instrument cluster indicator lights – turn signal indicator the arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is oper- ated. A tone will chime, and a evic message will appear if either turn signal is left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Note: if either indicator flash...

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    – park/headlight on indicator this indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on. - power steering system warning this light is used to manage the electrical warning of the eps (electric power steering system). When the ignition is turned to the on/run position, the warn...

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    If your engine overheats in any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action: • on the highways — slow down. • in city traffic — while stopped, shift transmission into neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed. Note: there are steps ...

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    Jacking and tire changing jack location your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary spare tire. The jack and jack-handle are stowed in a bag under the front driver’s seat. Spare tire removal the spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the cargo area. 1. Remove the winch access plug located in ...

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    4. When the spare is clear from the vehicle, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. Preparations for jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. ...

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    Jacking instructions note: refer to the “compact spare tire” section of the “tires-general information” under “starting and operating” in your owner manual on the dvd for information about the spare tire, its use, and operation. 1. Remove the scissors jack and tool bag from under the driver's seat. ...

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    3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. 4. Using the swivel wrench, raise the ve- hicle by ...

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    Spare tire stowage • reverse instructions of the spare removal section. • rotate the jack wrench tool on the winch drive nut clockwise until effort becomes heavy and an audible click is heard indicating the spare is properly stowed. Caution! • the winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack ex...

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    Warning! • do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on ...

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    Tire service kit your vehicle may be equipped with a tire service kit. Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with the tire service kit. Foreign objects (e.G., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. The tire service kit can be used in outside temperatures do...

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    Tire service kit usage precautions • replace the tire service kit sealant bottle (1) and sealant hose (6) prior to the expi- ration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “sealing a tire with tire service kit” section (f) “sealant bottle and hose repla...

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    5. Uncoil the power plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 volt power outlet. 6. Do not remove foreign objects (e.G., screws or nails) from the tire. (c) injecting tire service kit sealant into the deflated tire: always start the engine before turning on the tire service kit. Note: manua...

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    If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 bar) pressure within 15 minutes: the tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assis- tance. Note: if the tire becomes over-inflated, push the deflation button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended i...

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    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 possible. Refer to “(f) sealant bottle and hose replacement.” note: • if the tire becomes over-inflated, ...

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    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 the tire service kit or drive the vehicle under the following circum- stances: • if the puncture in the ...

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    Jump-starting procedure • if your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures in this section care...

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    3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 4. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. • if frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehic...

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    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. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Remove the shift lever override access cover located on the right side of the shift ...

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    Towing a disabled vehicle with ignition key automatic transmission • vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). Manual transmission • vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in ne...

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    Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network re- mains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event the occupant restraint controller (orc) will determine whether to have the enhanced accident respo...

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    System reset procedure after an impact causing air bag deployment, the left and right turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel cluster, will both be blinking until the ignition is turned off. In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you must follow the system reset procedure....

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    Freeing a stuck vehicle if your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between drive/2nd gear and reverse. Using minimal accelerator pedal pres...

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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 deploy- ment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s sys- tems ...

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    Opening the hood 1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. 2. Raise the hood and locate the safety latch in the middle of the hood opening. 3. Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. 4. Insert the support rod that clips to ...

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    Engine compartment — 1.4l 1. Engine coolant reservoir cap 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution center (fuses) 5. Battery maintaining your vehicle 82.

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    6. Air cleaner filter 7. Engine oil fill 8. Washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir maintaining your vehicle 83.

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    Engine compartment — 1.4l turbo 1. Engine coolant reservoir cap 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution center (fuses) 5. Battery maintaining your vehicle 84.

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    6. Air cleaner filter 7. Engine oil fill 8. Washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir maintaining your vehicle 85.

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    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 10.5 gallons 40 liters engine oil with filter 1.4l/1.4l turbo engine 4 quarts 3.8 liters cooling system 1.4l/1.4l turbo engine (mopar® antifreeze/engine coolant 10 year/ 150,000 mile formula) — with manual transmission 4.6 quarts 4.4 liters 1.4l/1.4l t...

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

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    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...

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    Required maintenance intervals refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At every oil change interval as indicated by oil change indicator system: change oil and filter. Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it oc...

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    Maint enance char t r e fe r to the maint enance schedules on th e follo wing pages fo r the requir ed maint enance int er vals . Mileage or time passed (whiche ve r 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 y ears: 2 3 4 ...

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    W arning! • yo u can be ba dl y injur ed w orking on or ar ound a mot or vehicle . Do onl y ser vice w ork fo r which yo u h av e the kno wledge and th e right equipment . If yo u h av e an y doubt about your ability to per form a ser vice job ,t ak e your vehicle to a compet ent mechanic . • failur...

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    Maintenance record odomet er da te signa tur e ,aut horiz ed ser vice cent er 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 2 years 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 3 years 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 4 years 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 5 years 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 6 years 70,000 miles (112,000 km) or 7 years 80,00...

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    Fuses interior fuses the interior fuse panel is part of the body control module (bcm) and is located on the driver's side under the instrument panel. Cavity vehicle fuse number mini fuse description 1 f12 7.5 amp brown right low beam 2 f32 5 amp tan front and rear ceiling lights trunk and door court...

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    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f07 40 amp orange – radiator fan - high speed f08 40 amp orange – blower motor f09 – 10 amp red powertrain f10 – 10 amp red horn f11 – 15 amp blue powertrain f11 – 10 amp red powertrain (multiair – if equipped) f14 – 5 amp tan high beam (shutter) f15 – 15 amp b...

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    Tire pressures check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “tire and loading information” label located on the driver’s s...

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    Spare tires — if equipped note: for vehicles equipped with tire service kit instead of a spare tire, please refer to “tire service kit” in “what to do in emergencies” on your dvd for further information. Caution! Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take your vehicle through an auto- mati...

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    Full size spare — if equipped the full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the origi- nally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your vehicle, but it is not. This spare tire may have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indicators, th...

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    Replacement bulbs interior bulbs bulb number overhead lamp c5w courtesy lamp w5w exterior bulbs bulb number front low and high beam headlamp hir2ll 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 rea...

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    Fiat customer center p.O. Box 21–8004 auburn hills, mi 48321–8004 phone: 1-888-242-6342 fiat canada customer center p.O. Box 1621 windsor, ontario n9a 4h6 phone: 1-800-465-2001 (english) phone: 1-800-387-9983 (french) assistance for the hearing impaired to assist customers who have hearing difficult...

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    Reporting safety defects in the united states if you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If nhtsa receives sim...

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    Authentic accessories by mopar® • the following highlights just some of the many authentic fiat accessories by mopar® featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your fiat 500. • in choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme...

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    Electronics: • fog lights • remote start • sound system upgrades • electronic vehicle tracking system • wi-fi • interior/ambient lighting • rear park distance sensors carriers: • snowboard/ski carrier • bike carrier • hitch-mount bike carrier • roof and rear window racks • luggage carrier performanc...

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    Frequently asked questions getting started • how do i install my latch equipped child seat? Pg. 16 • how do i fold down my rear seat? Pg. 23 electronics • what sound system do i have? Pg. 38 • how do i set the clock on my radio? Pg. 40 • how do i set the presets on my radio? Pg. 41 • how do i connec...

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    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . .87 adding washer fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . .87 air bag advanced front air bag . . . . . . . . .12 advance front air bag . . . . . . . . .11 air bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 air bag warning light . . . . . . . . . .11 driver knee air bag . . . ...

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    Pressure cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 selection of coolant (antifreeze) . . .87 corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . .87 cruise control (speed control) . . . . . .28 customer assistance . . . . . . . . . . . .99 defects, reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 disarming, security system . ...

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    Lane change assist . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 lap/shoulder belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 latch (lower anchors and tether for children) . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 16, 18 liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 light bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 lights fog . . . . . . ...

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    Store radio presets . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 stuck, freeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 supplemental restraint system - air bag . .11 tires air pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 compact spare . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 jacking . . . . . . ....

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    The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Fca us llc strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take th...

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