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Fiat 500 ABARTH CABRIO 2017 User Manual

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    Whether it’s providing information about specific product features, taking a tour through your vehicle’s heritage, knowing what steps to take following an accident or scheduling your next appointment, we know you’ll find the app an important extension of your fiat vehicle. Simply download the app, s...

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    If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the owner’s manual, navigation/ uconnect manuals or warranty booklet by calling 1 888 242-6342 (u.S.) or 1 800 387-1143 (canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary responsibil...

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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 . . . . . . . . . . 9 power...

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    Welcome from fiat congratulations on selecting your new fiat vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality. Your new fiat vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver an...

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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 in- crease the risk of ser...

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    Driver cockpit 1. Multifunction lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 52 2. Uconnect 5.0 voice recognition controls pg. 78 3. Instrument cluster pg. 6 4. Instrument cluster display controls pg. 94 5. Speed control pg. 56 6. Wiper/washer lever pg. 54 7. Audio system pg. 70 8. Glove compartment 9. Defrost...

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    10. Hazard switch 11. Sport mode selector 12. Climate control pg. 60 13. Power windows pg. 59 14. Gear selector 15. Hood release pg. 120 16. Liftgate release button 17. Power mirror switch controls at a glance 5.

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    Instrument cluster 1. Tachometer 2. Temperature gauge 3. Instrument cluster display (see page 99 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 104 for instrument cluster warning indicators.) controls at a glance 7.

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    Key fob locking and unlocking the doors and liftgate push the lock button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Push the unlock button once to un- lock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate. All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first...

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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 convertible top can injure a person or animal. • never place any extremities (hands, feet...

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    The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the vehicle security alarm will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the vehicle security alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the ...

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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 mar (acc/on/run) position. Warning! Never leave ch...

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    Liftgate to unlock the liftgate, use the remote keyless entry key fob or activate the power door lock switches located on the front door handles. To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. Gas props support the liftgate in the open pos...

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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” in this section for further information). 3. Children that are not big enough to we...

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    Enhanced seat belt use reminder system (beltalert) driver and passenger beltalert (if equipped) beltalert is a feature intended to remind the driver and outboard front seat pas- senger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat beltalert) to buckle their seat belts. The belt alert feature is ac...

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    Note: if beltalert has been deactivated and the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat beltalert) is unbuckled the seat belt reminder light will turn on and remain on until the driver and outboard front seat pas- senger seat belts are buckled. Lap/sho...

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    Warning! • 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 ab- domen. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • a twisted seat belt may not protect you p...

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    Lap/shoulder belt operating instructions 1. Enter the vehicle and close the door. Sit back and adjust the seat. 2. The seat belt latch plate is above the back of the front seat, and next to your arm in the rear seat (for vehicles equipped with a rear seat). Grasp the latch plate and pull out the sea...

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    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 if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding...

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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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    Energy management feature the front seat belt system is equipped with an energy management feature that may help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a collision. The seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to release webbing in a controlled manner. Switchable automat...

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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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    • driver and front passenger air bags • supplemental side air bags • supplemental knee air bags • front and side impact sensors • seat belt pretensioners • seat track position sensors • seat belt buckle switch air bag warning light the orc monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air ba...

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    Warning! Ignoring the air bag warning light in your instrument panel could mean you won’t have the air bag system to protect you in a collision. If the light does not come on as a bulb check when the ignition is first turned on, stays on after you start the vehicle, or if it comes on as you drive, h...

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    Driver and passenger front air bag features the advanced front air bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the occupant restraint controller (orc), which may receive infor- mation fr...

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    On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, 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 are not go...

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    Supplemental side air bags your vehicle is equipped with two types of supplemental side air bags: 1. 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. Th...

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    2. Supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (sabics): located above the side windows. The trim covering the sabics is labeled “srs airbag” or “airbag.” sabics may help reduce the risk of head and other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side impacts, in addition to th...

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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 deploy- ment of the side air bags in a particular impact event is appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision. The side impact sensors aid...

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    Note: air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment. The sabics may help reduce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certain side impact events. The occupant restraint controller (orc) monitors th...

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

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    Depending on the nature of the event the left and right turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel, may both be blinking and will continue to blink. In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road, you must follow the system reset procedure. Customer action customer will see note: eac...

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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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    To read data recorded by an edr, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the edr is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the edr. Ch...

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

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    Warning! • never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger 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 a rear sea...

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

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

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle frequently asked questions about installing child restraints with latch what is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the latch anchorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.5 kg) use t...

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    Can two child restraints be attached 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 dedi- cated 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 the upper tether anchorages there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. Latch-compatible child restraint sys- tems 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...

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    3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchor- ages in the selected seating position. 4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the top tether anchorage. See the section “installing child restraints using the top tether anchorage” for directions...

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    Installing child restraints using the vehicle seat belt child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt. Warning! • improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead to failure of the restrai...

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    Frequently asked questions about installing child restraints with seat belts what is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the tether anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the child restraint always use the tether ...

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    5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder part of the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the webbing to retract back into the retractor. As the webbing retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This means the seat belt is now in the autom...

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    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 re- straints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. ...

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    Head restraints head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head move- ment 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! • all occupants, including the driver, shoul...

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    Note: to remove the head restraint, raise it as far as it can go then push the release button and the adjustment button at the base of each post while pulling the head restraint up. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head restraint posts into the holes and push down- ward. Then adjust the head...

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    Front seats 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 posi- tion is reached. Then, using body pres- sure, move forward and r...

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    Recline adjustment the recline adjustment lever is located on the inboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback, lift up the recline lever, lean back until the desired position has been reached, and release the lever. Warning! Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is n...

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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 seatback, dump the seatback for- ward, then slide the seat forward to allow access in and out of the rear seat. Lift the sea...

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    Tilt steering column this feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. The tilt control lever is located on the left-side of the steering column, below the turn signal controls. Push down on the lever to unlock the column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the st...

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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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    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, the turn ...

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    Fog lights — if equipped the fog light switch is located on the center stack of the instrument panel, just below the radio. Push the switch once to turn the front fog lights on. Push the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off. Windshield wipers and washers the windshield wiper/washer ...

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    Manual high speed/mist push the lever upward from the off position. The wipers will operate at high speed to clear off road mist or spray from a passing vehicle. This operation will continue until the lever is released. When the lever is released, the wipers will return to the off position and autom...

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    Speed control when engaged, the speed control takes over accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h). The speed control buttons are located on the right side of the steering wheel. Note: in order to ensure proper operation, the speed control system has been designed to shut down i...

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    To set a desired speed turn the speed control on. When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, push the set (-) button and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed. Note: the vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pushin...

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    To decrease speed when the speed control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the set (-) button. The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the uconnect settings if equipped. Refer to "uconnect settings” in “understanding your instrument panel” in the owner’s manual at www.Fiatusa.Co...

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    Warning! Speed control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose con- trol and have an accident. Do not use speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery. Powe...

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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. Note: the system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for win...

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    Sport mode in sport mode, the engine is more responsive to the accelerator pedal, and pro- vides more power by increasing turbo boost. This mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine response. Changes to the transmission shift schedule...

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    Autostick — automatic transmission when the gear selector is in the autostick position (beside the drive position), it can be moved forward and rearward to manually select the transmission gear being used. Moving the gear selector forward (-) triggers a downshift and rearward (+) an upshift. The cur...

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    Power sunroof the power sunroof 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 unattended children...

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    To open push and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Push 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”....

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    Power convertible top on vehicles equipped with a power convertible top, the power convertible top switch is located on the overhead console. The switch contains two buttons. The passenger side button, is used to open the power top, and the driver side button, is used to close the power top. Note: •...

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    Raising the power top auto close from the convertible top fully open position, push the top close button for approxi- mately one second for the three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top close button for approximately one second a second time for the one-quarter open posi- tion. Push and hold...

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    Power convertible top relearn procedure if your power convertible top does not operate in the auto opening/closing mode (automatically opening/closing to the one-quarter open and three-quarter open comfort stops), or if the remote keyless power top function is inoperable, or if the trunk lid does no...

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    Engine block heater to prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than –22° f (–30° c) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used. An externally-power...

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    Your vehicle's sound system 1. Mute button 2. Phone pick up button pg. 85 3. Phone hang up button pg. 85 4. Voice command button pg. 79 5. Steering wheel audio controls (left) pg. 94 6. Steering wheel audio controls (right) pg. 94 7. System on/off button — volume knob 8. Audio mute button electronic...

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    9. Uconnect 5.0 radio pg. 73 10. Settings button 11. Tune/scroll knob — browse/enter button 12. More button 13. Power outlet pg. 97 14. Audio jack pg. 77 15. Usb port pg. 77 electronics 71.

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    Cybersecurity your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be equipped with both wired and wireless networks. These networks allow your vehicle to send and receive information. This information allows systems and features in your vehicle to function properly. Your vehicle may be equipped with cer...

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    Uconnect 5.0 caution! Do not attach any object to the touchscreen, doing so can result in damage to the touchscreen. Uconnect 5.0 comes equipped with: • 5.0” full color touchscreen display • bluetooth connectivity/bluetooth streaming audio uconnect 5.0 radio 1 — on/off button 2 — mute button 3 — scr...

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    Clock setting to start the clock setting procedure: 1. Push the settings button on the faceplate and then press the “clock and date” button on the touchscreen. 2. Press the “set time” button on the touchscreen. 3. Press the “up” or “down” arrows to adjust the hours or minutes, then select the “am” o...

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    Radio operation store radio presets manually the radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the radio modes. There are four vis- ible presets at the top of the radio screen. Pressing the “all” button on the touch- screen on the radio home screen will display all of the preset stations for that mode. T...

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    Siriusxm premier over 160 channels get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the premium programming, including howard stern, every nfl game, oprah radio, every mlb and ...

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    Pre-defined voice text reply responses yes. Stuck in traffic. See you later. No. Start without me. I’ll be late. Okay. Where are you? I will be minutes late. Call me. Are you there yet? I’ll call you later. I need directions. See you in of minutes. I’m on my way. Can’t talk right now. I’m lost. Than...

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    Uconnect 5.0 voice recognition quick tips introducing uconnect start using uconnect voice recognition with these helpful quick tips. It provides the key voice commands and tips you need to know to control your uconnect 5.0 system. Key features: • five-inch color touchscreen display with am/fm/usb/bl...

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    Get started 1. Visit uconnectphone.Com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions. 2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger conversations are examples of noise that may impact recognition. 3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing st...

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    Basic voice commands the basic voice commands below can be given at any point while using your uconnect system. Push the vr button . After the beep, say: • cancel to stop a current voice session • help to hear a list of suggested voice commands • repeat to listen to the system prompts again notice t...

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    Radio use your voice to quickly get to the am, fm or siriusxm satellite radio stations you would like to hear. (subscription or included siriusxm satellite radio trial required.) push the vr button . After the beep, say: • tune to ninety-five-point-five fm • tune to satellite channel hits 1 tip at a...

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    Media push the vr button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist. • change source to bluetooth • change source to ipod • change source to usb • play artist beethoven; play album greatest hits; play song moonlight sona...

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    Phone making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with uconnect. When the phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready. U.S./canadian residents can visit • uconnectphone.Com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions. ...

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    Additional information © 2016 fca us llc. All rights reserved. Mopar, mopar owner connect and uconnect are registered trademarks of fca us llc. Android is a trademark of google inc. Siriusxm and all related marks and logos are trademarks of siriusxm radio inc. Yelp, yelp logo, yelp burst and related...

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    Uconnect phone uconnect phone (bluetooth hands free calling) the uconnect phone feature enables you to place and receive hands-free mobile phone calls. Drivers can also place mobile phone calls using their voice or by using the buttons on the touchscreen (see voice command section). The hands-free c...

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    If the uconnect phone button exists on your steering wheel, you then have the uconnect phone features. Refer to the “uconnect 5.0 voice recognition quick tips” in “understanding your instrument panel” in the owner's manual on www.Fiatusa.Com/en/owners/manuals for further details. Note: • the uconnec...

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    Pair your iphone: to search for available devices on your bluetooth enabled iphone: 1. Press the settings button. 2. Select bluetooth. • ensure the bluetooth feature is en- abled. Once enabled, the mobile phone will begin to search for bluetooth connections. 3. When your mobile phone finds the uconn...

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    Pair your android device: to search for available devices on your bluetooth enabled android device: 1. Push the menu button. 2. Select settings. 3. Select connections. 4. Turn bluetooth setting to “on.” • ensure the bluetooth feature is en- abled. Once enabled, the mobile phone will begin to search ...

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    If “no” is selected, simply select “uconnect” from the mobile phone/audio device bluetooth screen, and the uconnect system will reconnect to the bluetooth device. You are now ready to make hands-free calls. Press the uconnect “phone” button on your steering wheel to begin. Note: refer to uconnectpho...

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    Voice command tips • speaking complete names (i.E. Call john doe vs. Call john) will result in greater system accuracy. • you can “link” commands together for faster results. Say “call john doe, mobile,” for example. • if you are listening to available voice command options, you do not have to liste...

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    4. Turn “show notifications” to on. Android devices 1. Push the menu button on the mobile phone. 2. Select settings. 3. Select connections. 4. Turn “show notifications” to on. • a pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your messages. Select “don’t ask again” a...

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    Voice text reply (not compatible with iphone) note: voice texting reply and voice texting features require a compatible mobile device enabled with bluetooth message access profile (map). Iphone, and some other smartphones, may not entirely support bluetooth map. Visit uconnectphone.Com for the lates...

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    Helpful tips and common questions to improve bluetooth performance with your uconnect system mobile phone won’t reconnect to system after pairing: • set mobile phone to auto-connect or trusted device in mobile phone bluetooth settings (blackberry devices). • perform a factory reset on your mobile ph...

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    Steering wheel audio controls the steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steer- ing wheel. Right switch • push the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • push the button in the center to change modes am/fm/usb/sat. Left switch • push the switch up or do...

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    Programmable features instrument cluster display the instrument cluster display can be used to program the following personal settings. Push the menu button until menu is displayed, then push the up or down arrow button to scroll through the settings. Once the menu setting is shown in the instrument...

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    Trip button the trip button is located on the end of the wiper lever to the right of the steering column. The trip button can be used to display and reset the following functions: • range • distance travelled • average economy • instant economy • average speed • travel time • tire pressure • short p...

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    Power outlet for added convenience there is a standard 12 volt (13 amp) power outlet located in the floor console. Note: • do not exceed the maximum power of 160 watts (13 amps) at 12 volts. If the 160 watt (13 amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. •...

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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 trans- mission automatic transmission flat tow none trans...

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    Roadside assistance • if your abarth requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service, lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the basic limited war- ranty, 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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    — oil pressure warning light this light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the...

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    Pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as pos- sible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread li...

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    Warning! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling content. — seat belt reminder light when the ignition switch is first turned to the on/run position, this light will turn on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check. During the bulb check, if...

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    Vehicles equipped with the anti-lock brake system (abs) are also equipped with electronic brake force distribution (ebd). In the event of 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 ligh...

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    — electronic throttle control (etc) indicator light this light informs you of a problem with the system. If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the gear selector is placed in the park position; the ...

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    Esc full off this mode is intended for off-highway or off-road use only and should not be used on public roadways. In this mode, all tcs and esc stability features are turned off, except for the limited slip feature described in the tcs section. To enter the “full off” mode, push and hold the esc of...

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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, place the transmission in neutral, but do not increase engine idle speed. Note: there are step...

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    Tire service kit storage the tire service kit is located under the front driver's seat. Tire service kit components and operation 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 mo...

  • Page 110

    • for optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the tire service kit. • you can use the tire service kit air pump to inflate bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two needles, located in the accessory storage compartment (on the bottom of the air...

  • Page 111

    Sealing a tire with tire service kit (a) whenever you stop to use tire service kit: 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s hazard warning flashers. 2. Verify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground. This will allow the ...

  • Page 112

    If the sealant (white fluid) does not flow within 0 – 10 seconds through the sealant hose (6): 1. Push the power button (4) to turn off the tire service kit. Disconnect the sealant hose (6) from the valve stem. Make sure the valve stem is free of debris. Recon- nect the sealant hose (6) to the valve...

  • Page 113

    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 ve- hicle storage location. Quickly proceed to (d) “drive vehicle.” caution! • the metal end fitting from power plug (8) may get hot afte...

  • Page 114

    If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: 1. Push the power button (4) to turn on tire service kit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door opening. Note: if the tire becomes over-inflated, push the deflation button to...

  • Page 115

    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 carefu...

  • Page 116

    Preparations for jump-start the battery in your vehicle is located on the left side of the engine compartment. Warning! • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • remove any met...

  • Page 117

    Warning! Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground con- nection and personal injury could result. Jump-starting procedure warning! Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion. Caution! Fai...

  • Page 118

    5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then turn the key to run position on the vehicle with the dis- charged battery. 6. Once the vehicle is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: disconnecting the jumper cables 1....

  • Page 119

    If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the on/run mode. 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 component...

  • Page 120

    Freeing a stuck vehicle if your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between drive and reverse (with auto- matic transmission) or second ge...

  • Page 121

    Caution! • when “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between drive/second gear and reverse, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result. • revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage...

  • Page 122

    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 cen- ter, and raise the hood. 3. Lift the hood prop rod that cl...

  • Page 123

    Warning! Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. Caution! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the ho...

  • Page 124

    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 122.

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    6. Air cleaner filter 7. Engine oil fill 8. Washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir maintaining your vehicle 123.

  • Page 126

    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 127

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

  • Page 128

    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 129

    Materials added to fuel designated top tier detergent gasoline contains a higher level of detergents to further aide in minimizing engine and fuel system deposits. When available, the usage of top tier detergent gaso- line is recommended. Visit www.Toptiergas.Com for a list of top tier detergent gas...

  • Page 130

    Severe duty all models change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment or is operated predominately at idle or only very low engine rpm’s. This type of vehicle use is considered severe duty. Once a month or before a long trip: check engine o...

  • Page 131

    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 132

    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 133

    Maintenance record odometer date signature, autho- rized service center 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 80,000 mile...

  • Page 134

    Fuses warning! • when replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with an- other 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 135

    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 corresponding to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Cavit...

  • Page 136

    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f83 20 amp yellow – cooling pump – if equipped f84 – 10 amp red transmission f85 30 amp green – rear defroster f87 – 5 amp tan rear defroster f90 – 5 amp tan heated mirrors – if equipped tire safety information tire markings note: • p (passenger) — metric tire ...

  • Page 137

    Tire sizing chart example: example size designation: p215/65r15xl 95h, 215/65r15 96h, lt235/85r16c, t145/80d18 103m, 31x10.5 r15 lt p = passenger car tire size based on u.S. Design standards, or "....Blank...." = passenger car tire based on european design standards, or lt = light truck tire based o...

  • Page 138

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

  • Page 139

    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. Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least m...

  • Page 140

    Warning! • overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. • improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions. •...

  • Page 141

    Note: under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (gawrs) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. Refer to “vehicle loading” in “starting and operating” in the owner’s manual, or the tire information supple- ment, located in your owner’s information kit for further...

  • Page 142

    Metric example for load limit for example, if “xxx” amount equals 635 kg, and there will be five 68 kg passen- gers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4. Note: • if your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load ...

  • Page 143

    Tires — general information tire pressure proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Four primary areas are affected by improper tire pressure: • safety and vehicle stability • economy • tread wear • ride comfort safety warning! • improperly i...

  • Page 144

    Tread wear improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnormal wear patterns and reduced tread life, resulting in the need for earlier tire replacement. Ride comfort and vehicle stability proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortab...

  • Page 145

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

  • Page 146

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

  • Page 147

    Run flat tires — if equipped run flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the run flat mode. A run flat mode occurs when the tire inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi...

  • Page 148

    Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire. Do not install more than one compact spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at any given time. Warning! Compact and collapsible spares ar...

  • Page 149

    Full size spare — if equipped the full size spare is for temporary emergency use only. This tire may look like the originally 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 indi- cators, th...

  • Page 150

    Tread wear indicators tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. 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 (1.6 mm). When the...

  • Page 151

    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 manufac- turer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size, quality and performance whe...

  • Page 152

    Wheel and wheel trim care all wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly using mild (neutral ph) soap and water to maintain their luster and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with the same soap solution recommended for the body of the vehicle. Yo...

  • Page 153

    Dark vapor or black satin chrome wheels caution! If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty wheels, do not use wheel cleaners, abrasives, or polishing compounds. They will permanently damage this finish and such damage is not covered by the new vehicle limited warranty. Hand wash only using mi...

  • Page 154

    Warning! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Temperature grades the temperature grades are a (the highest), b, and c, representing the tire's resistan...

  • Page 155

    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...

  • Page 156

    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...

  • Page 157

    Note: • the owner's manual and user guide electronic files are also available on the fiat® website. • click on the “for owners” tab, select “owner/service manuals”, then select your desired model year and vehicle from the drop down lists. Reporting safety defects in the united states if you believe ...

  • Page 158

    Authentic accessories by mopar • the following highlights just some of the many authentic fiat 500 abarth accessories by mopar featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your fiat 500 abarth. • in choosing authentic accessories you gain far more than expressive style, pre- mium prot...

  • Page 159

    Electronics: • electronic vehicle tracking system (evts) • mopar web • interior/ambient lighting carriers: • roof-mount snowboard/ski carrier • roof-mount luggage carrier • removable roof rack • roof-mount bike carriers • hitch-mount bike carrier • bike receiver performance: • cat-back exhaust mopar...

  • Page 160

    Frequently asked questions getting started • how do i install my latch equipped child seat? Pg. 40 • how do i fold down my rear seat? Pg. 50 electronics • what sound system do i have? Pg. 73 • how do i set the presets on my radio? Pg. 75 • how do i connect my portable media player? Pg. 77 • how do i...

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    Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 mopar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 adding engine coolant (antifreeze). . .127 adding fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 adding washer fluid. . . . . . . . . . .127 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 air bag . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 162

    Engine temperature warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 front fog light indicator . . . . . .104 high beam indicator . . . . . . . .104 malfunction indicator light (mil) . .103 oil pressure warning light . . . . .100 park/headlight on indicator . . . .105 turn signal indicator . . . . ...

  • Page 163

    Hands-free phone (uconnect) . . . . . .85 headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 heated mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 high beam indicator . . . . . . ....

  • Page 164

    Phone (uconnect) . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 placard, tire and loading information . . . . . . . . . . .137, 138 power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 outlet (auxiliary electrical outlet) . . .97 steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 windows . ....

  • Page 165

    General information . . . . . .141, 145 high speed . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . .142 life of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 load capacity . . . . . . . . .137, 138 pressure warning light . . . . . . .100 quality grading . . . . . . . . . . .151 radial . . . ...

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    If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the owner’s manual, navigation/ uconnect manuals or warranty booklet by calling 1 888 242-6342 (u.S.) or 1 800 387-1143 (canada) or by contacting your dealer. The driver’s primary responsibil...

  • Page 172: 2017

    Whether it’s providing information about specific product features, taking a tour through your vehicle’s heritage, knowing what steps to take following an accident or scheduling your next appointment, we know you’ll find the app an important extension of your fiat vehicle. Simply download the app, s...