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Fiat 500 Abarth Owner's Manual

Manual is about: 2013

Summary of 500 Abarth

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    Chrysler group llc o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 3 2013 fia t 500 13ff500-126-ab second edition printed in u.S.A. Fiat 500

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

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction contents 䡵 introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 䡵 how to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 䡵 warnings and cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 䡵 vehicle identification number . . . . . . . .7 䡵 vehicle modifications/alterations . . . .8 1.

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

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    How to use this manual consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index ...

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    6 introduction.

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

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    Note: it is illegal to remove or alter the vin. Vehicle modifications/alterations warning! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Stamped vin location 8 introduction.

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

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    䡵 occupant restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 ▫ lap/shoulder belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 ▫ lap/shoulder belt untwisting procedure . . . . .33 ▫ seat belts in passenger seating positions . . . . . .33 ▫ automatic locking retractor mode (alr) — if equipped . . . . . ....

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

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    Warning! • before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into park, and push ignition button to place ignition in off position. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your ve- hicle. • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. •...

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

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

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

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    Note: the line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects. To unlock the doors and liftgate press and release the unlock button on the rke transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice, within five seconds, to unlock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash t...

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    2. This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. Note: changes or modifications not expressly ap- proved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If your rke transmit...

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    2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the key fob using a small screwdriver. 3. Take out the battery case. Remove and replace the battery observing its polarity. Key fob screw location battery case removed 18 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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    4. Refit the battery case inside the key fob and turn the screw to lock it into place. Door locks the door locks can be manually locked or unlocked from inside the vehicle by using the door handle. If the door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle (indicating locked) whe...

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    Warning! (continued) • for personal security and safety in the event of an collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into park, and re- move the key fob from the ig...

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    Power door locks a power door lock switch is incorporated into the door handle. Push or pull the handle to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. If the door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle (indicating locked) when the door is closed, the door will lock. Note: to p...

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    Autoclose — if equipped when enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). To change the setting proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button “on” or “off” will flash on the display (according to the previous set- ting). 2. Press the up...

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    Auto-down — if equipped the driver’s door window switch may have an auto- down feature. Press the window switch for approxi- mately one second, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the auto-down move- ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release th...

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    To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are op...

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    Occupant restraints some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: • three-point lap and shoulder belts for all seating positions • advanced front air bags for driver and front passenger • supplemental driver side knee air bag • supplemental side air bag inflat...

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    Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: 1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a rear seat. Warning! Infants in rear facing child restraints should never ride in the front seat of a vehicle with a passenger advanced ...

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    5. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact the customer center. Phone numbers are provided in ⬙if you need consumer assistance.⬙ warning! • relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work ...

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    Warning! In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries if you are not properly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly. Buckl...

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    Warning! • it is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. • be sure ever...

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    2. The seat belt latch plate is along side the pillar near the back of your seat. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the belt to go around your lap. 3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buc...

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    Warning! • a belt buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal inju- ries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. • a belt that is too loose will not protect you prop- erly. In a sudden stop you...

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    4. Position the lap belt across your thighs, 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 belt reduces the risk of sliding under the belt in a collision. War...

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    6. To release the belt, push the red button on the buckle. The belt will automatically retract to its stowed posi- tion. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the belt to retract fully. Warning! A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protec...

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    Restraints” section. The chart below defines the type of feature for each seating position. Driver passenger first row n/a alr second row alr alr • n/a — not applicable • alr — automatic locking retractor if the passenger seating position is equipped with an alr and is being used for normal usage: o...

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    2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode unbuckle the combin...

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    Seat belt pretensioners the seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by assuring that the belt is tight about the oc...

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    Unbuckled while traveling at speeds greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), beltalert® will provide both audio and visual notification. The front passenger seat beltalert® is not active when the front passenger seat is unoccupied. Beltalert® may be triggered when an animal or heavy object is on the front passe...

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    Seat belts and pregnant women we recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy. Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the belt lo...

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    Note: the driver and passenger advanced front air bags are certified to new federal regulations for ad- vanced air bags. The advanced front air bags are designed to allow the air bags to have different inflation levels based on several factors, including the severity and type of collision. This vehi...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    Severity and type of collision. Advanced front air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear or side collisions. The advanced front air bags and supplemental driver side knee air bag will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that may produce substantial vehicle damag...

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

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    Are possible, based on several factors, including the collision type and severity. The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds...

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    Between the occupant and the door. The sab fully inflate in about 10 milliseconds. The side air bag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the side air bag inflates. This especially a...

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    Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the orc will determine whether to have the enhanced accident response system perform the follow- in...

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    Customer action customer will see 1. Turn ignition off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neutral state). 2. Turn ignition on. Left turn light is off. Right turn light blinks. 3. Turn right turn signal switch on. Right turn light is on solid. Left turn light blinks. 4. Turn left turn signal swit...

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

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    Warning! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and the front seat belt retrac- tor assemblies replaced by an authorized studio immediately. Also, have the occupant restraint con- troller (orc) system service...

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

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

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    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 equip- ment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the edr. ...

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    Warning! In a collision, an unrestrained child can become a projectile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are. The child and others could be badly injured. Any child riding in you...

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    Child size, height, weight or age recommended type of child restraint small children children who are at least two years old or who have out-grown the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint forward-facing child restraint with a five-point harness, facing forward in the rear seat...

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

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    Have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat. All children whose weight or height is above t...

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

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

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

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle • lower anchorage symbol 2 anchorages per seat- ing position • top tether anchorage symbol 64 things to know before starting your vehicle.

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

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

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

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    Latch-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-facing infant restraint...

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    4. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seat- ing position. 5. 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 direc- tio...

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    Warning! Improper installation of a child restraint to the latch anchorages can lead to failure of the re- straint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint. Installing child restraints using...

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    Lap/shoulder belt systems for installing child restraints in this vehicle 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 anc...

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    Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat? Yes contact between the front passenger seat and the child restraint is allowed, if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. Can the head restraints be removed? Yes, all. Can the buckle stalk be twisted to t...

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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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    Installing a child restraint with a cinching latch plate (cinch) — if equipped 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and / or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. 2. Next, pull enough of the seat belt webbi...

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    Facing out, away from the child restraint. Repeat steps 4 to 6, above, to complete the installation of the child restraint. If the belt still cannot be tightened after you shorten the buckle, disconnect the latch plate from the buckle, turn the buckle around one half turn, and insert the latch plate...

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    4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Warning! • an incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child res...

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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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    Safety tips transporting passengers never transport passengers in the cargo area. Warning! • do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • it is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a v...

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    Warning! (continued) • if it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the engine running, adjust your heating or cooling controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed. The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a properly maintained ...

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    Studio. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an authorized studio. Defroster check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place the blower control on high speed. You should be able to feel the air directed against the windshield. See your author...

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    Warning! (continued) • check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Always properly reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning. • always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob- jects can become trapped under the brake pedal ...

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    Fluid leaks check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid, or brake fluid leaks are suspected, the cause should be located and corrected immediately. 82 things to know before...

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    Understanding the features of your vehicle contents 䡵 power convertible top — if equipped . .86 ▫ lowering the power top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 ▫ raising the power top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 ▫ power convertible top relearn procedure . . . . .88 ▫ wind stop . . . . . . . . ...

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

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

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    Power convertible top — if equipped on vehicles equipped with a power convertible top, the power convertible top switch is located on the overhead console. The switch contains two buttons. The passenger side button, which is used to open the power top, and the driver side button, which is used to cl...

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    Lowering the power top press the top open button approximately one second for the partially open position. Press the top open button for approximately one second a second time to fully open the convertible top. Raising the power top from the convertible top fully open position, press the top close b...

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    Warning! The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants in a collision. Therefore, it is impor- tant that all occupants wear their seat belts at all times. Death or seriou...

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    Auto open/close will now be functional. Trunk lid operation will be functional. Note: do not interrupt this activity. If the power convertible top does not relearn repeat the procedure a second time. Wind stop the wind stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle. The wind stop will not interfe...

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

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

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

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    Rotated downward or up against the door glass. Both sun visors are equipped with courtesy mirrors. Blue&me™ hands-free communication — if equipped overview windows mobile™-based fiat blue&me™ is a per- sonal telematic system enabling you to use communica- tion and entertainment applications expressl...

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    You are not required to train the voice recognition system to recognize your voice. This implies that the system is nearly equally performing with different persons, i.E.: the voice recognition system is of the “speaker independent” type. With this system you can also play your favorite music stored...

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    Your mobile phone manually and visually using the steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi- function display. To get started with blue&me™ hands-free kit with voice recognition, you have to simply pair your bluetooth® wireless technology enabled mobile phone with the system. Pairing is...

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    • to interact with blue&me™ you can use either the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands. With voice recognition, you can perform system func- tions by speaking voice commands, also identified as “keywords”. When the system recognizes a keyword, it will respond with the appropriate action....

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    • conference call — you can call another contact while you are engaged in a phone conversation (with bluetooth® phones supporting this option). • call waiting — while engaged in a phone conversa- tion, you can receive notification of another incoming phone call, answer the other incoming phone call,...

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    Message reader functions are managed by the control buttons on the steering wheel or by the blue&me™ voice commands. The blue&me™ message reader enables the following operations: • to display an indicator on the instrument panel that indicates you have received a new sms text. It will display the se...

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    The media player enables the following operations: • digital audio playback — you can play all your digital audio files (.Mp3,.Wma,.Wav,.Aac) or play a customized playlist (.M3u or. Wpl format). • audio file selection by category — you can play all audio files of a certain category, e.G.: album, art...

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

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    Warning! • it is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. In a collision...

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

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

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    Ez entry feature the driver and front passenger seats have an ez entry feature for rear seat passengers. Pull 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. Lift the seatb...

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

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

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    The reactive head restraints will automatically return to their normal position following a rear impact. If the reactive head restraints do not return to their normal position, see your authorized studio immediately. Note: the head restraints should only be removed by qualified technicians, for serv...

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    Restraints” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for information on tether routing. 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. Push button hood release lever 108 un...

  • Page 111

    2. Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the hood, near the center, and raise the hood. Lift the hood prop rod that clips to the right side (left side when standing in front of the hood) of the engine compartment. Place the hood prop rod in the hole of hood hinge to secure the hood in the ...

  • Page 112

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

  • Page 113

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

  • Page 114

    Turn signals push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right turn or downward to signal a left turn. The correspond- ing indicator in the instrument cluster will blink to indicate the operation of the turn signal. Note: the indicators will automatically turn off when the turn has been complete...

  • Page 115

    Deactivation pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds. Interior lights the interior light switches are located in the overhead console. The interior lights can be set to three different positions (off/left position, center position, on/right positi...

  • Page 116

    Interior light timing (on/right position) • when all doors are closed a 15 minute timer is activated. Note: the timer is deactivated when the key is moved into the on/run position. Front fog lights — if equipped the fog light switch is located on the center stack of the instrument panel, just below ...

  • Page 117

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

  • Page 118

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

  • Page 119

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

  • Page 120

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

  • Page 121

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

  • Page 122

    Note: in order to ensure proper operation, the elec- tronic speed control system has been designed to shut down if multiple speed control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the electronic speed control system can be reactivated by pushing the electronic speed control on/off but...

  • Page 123

    To deactivate a soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the canc button, or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will deactivate electronic speed control without erasing the set speed memory. Pressing the on/off button or turning the ignition switch off erases the set speed memory. To resume...

  • Page 124

    Using electronic speed control on hills the transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed. Note: the electronic speed control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal. On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so...

  • Page 125

    Corners of the rear fascia/bumper, depending on the location, type and orientation of the obstacle. If several obstacles are detected, the rear park assist system indicates the nearest obstacle. The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corre- sponds to the maximum height of an obstacle that would...

  • Page 126

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

  • Page 127

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

  • Page 128

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

  • Page 129

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

  • Page 130

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

  • Page 131

    To open press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Press the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “express open...

  • Page 132

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

  • Page 133

    Electrical power outlets there is a standard 12 volt (13 amp) power outlet, located in the floor console, for added convenience. This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices. Power is available when the ignition switch is in the on/run or start position. Insert ...

  • Page 134

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

  • Page 135

    Caution! • many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting. • ac...

  • Page 136

    Cupholders for the driver and front passenger, cupholders are lo- cated on the floor console between the front seats. For rear passengers, there are cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats. Front cupholders rear cupholders 134 understanding the features of your v...

  • Page 137

    Storage glove box compartment the glove box is located on the right side of the instru- ment panel. Pull outward on the door latch to open the glove box. Push the glove box door upward to close it. Passenger seat storage — if equipped some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenge...

  • Page 138

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

  • Page 139

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

  • Page 140

    Caution! (continued) • do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window. • keep all objects a safe distance from the window. 138 understanding the features of your vehicle.

  • Page 141: Contents

    Understanding your instrument panel contents 䡵 instrument panel features . . . . . . . . . .141 䡵 instrument cluster — pop, lounge, 500c . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 䡵 instrument cluster — sport. . . . . . . . . .143 䡵 instrument cluster descriptions . . . . .14...

  • Page 142

    ▫ technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177 ▫ quick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178 ▫ general information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181 ▫ functions and adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182 ▫ radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 143

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

  • Page 144

    Instrument cluster — pop, lounge, 500c 142 understanding your instrument panel.

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    Instrument cluster — sport 4 understanding your instrument panel 143.

  • Page 146

    Instrument cluster descriptions 1. Glow plug light — if equipped 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. The glow plug light will flash during in col...

  • Page 147

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

  • Page 148

    8. Generic warning light the generic warning light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur: oil change request, engine oil pressure sensor failure, external light failure, fuel cut-off intervention, fuel cut-off not available, parking sensor failure. 9. Air bag warning light this li...

  • Page 149

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

  • Page 150

    15. Tire pressure monitoring telltale light each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (if your vehicle has tires of a differ...

  • Page 151

    Alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tpms from functioning properly. Always check the tpms malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the tpms to continue to function proper...

  • Page 152

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

  • Page 153

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

  • Page 154

    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 light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from the off/lock position to the on/run position. The...

  • Page 155

    Note: the esc off indicator light and the esc activation/ malfunction indicator light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to on/run. Each time the ignition is turned to on/run, the esc system will be on, even if it was turned off previously. 23. Anti-lock brake (abs) light th...

  • Page 156

    If with the engine running the warning light flashes, this means that the car is not protected by the engine inhibitor device. Contact fiat studio to have all the keys programmed. 26. Temperature gauge the temperature digital scale shows engine coolant tem- perature. Any reading within the normal ra...

  • Page 157

    27. Odometer / trip odometer / electronic vehicle infor- mation center (evic) display area this display indicates the total distance the vehicle has been driven. U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the correct mileage that the...

  • Page 158

    29. Tachometer the white area of the scale shows the permissible engine revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear range. Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage. 30. Speedometer the speedometer shows the vehicle speed in miles per hour (mph) and/or k...

  • Page 159

    Evic displays 1 — temperature indicator 6 — message display 2 — fuel level gauge 7 — coolant temperature gauge 3 — clock 8 — digital speedometer 4 — odometer 9 — ice warning indicator 5 — sport mode 10 — gear shift indicator (gsi) 1 — ice warning indicator 6 — message display 2 — temperature indicat...

  • Page 160

    Evic control buttons press the set esc button briefly to access the menu and/or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option. Press and hold the set esc button (approxi- mately one second) to return to the main screen. Press the up button to scroll upward through the displayed menu and t...

  • Page 161

    • see radio • speed display • autoclose • units • language • buzzer volume • button volume • daylights (d.R.L.) • hill start • tire pressure • unlock driver door first • unlock all doors • exit menu selecting an option of the main menu without submenu 1. Briefly press the set esc button to select th...

  • Page 162

    3. Briefly press the set esc button to select the dis- played submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu. 4. Press the up or down button (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu option. 5. Briefly press the set esc button to store the new setting and go back to the prev...

  • Page 163

    Note: if the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this procedure. Trip computer the trip computer is located in the instrument cluster. It features a driver-interactive display (displays informa- tion such as; t...

  • Page 164

    Start of trip procedure with the ignition on, press and hold the trip button for over one second to reset. Exit trip to exit the trip function, wait until all the values have been displayed or hold the set esc button for longer than one second. Briefly press the set esc button to go back to the menu...

  • Page 165

    Values displayed range this indicates the distance which may be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving conditions will not change. The message “----” will appear on the display in the following cases: • distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km). • the vehicle is parked for...

  • Page 166

    Personal settings (customer-programmable features) dimmer the evic display is provided with a light sensor capable of detecting environmental light conditions and adjust- ing the brightness of the instruments accordingly. Note: the brightness of the instrument panel may change while travelling follo...

  • Page 167

    3. When the function is activated (on), briefly press the set esc button to display the presently set activation speed. Pressing the up or down buttons selects the speed limit. Press set esc to confirm selection. Note: selection is possible between 20 and 125 mph or km/h, depending on the selected u...

  • Page 168

    2. Press the up or down button to select the setting. 3. Briefly press the set esc button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the set esc button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings. Set time (clock) this function may be used to set the c...

  • Page 169

    • when accessing the “mode” submenu, briefly press the set esc button. The previously set display format will flash on the display. • press the up or down button to select “24h” or “12h.” when you have selected the required settings, briefly press the set esc button to go back to the time, mode sub-...

  • Page 170

    See radio (repeat audio information) with this function active, the evic display shows infor- mation relevant to the sound system. • radio: tuned radio station frequency, automatic tuning activation or autostore. • cd audio, cd mp3: track number. To activate (on) or to deactivate (off) the sound sys...

  • Page 171

    Autoclose with this function active, the doors will automatically lock at when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h). To change the setting proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button “on” or “off” will flash on the display (according to the previous set- ting). 2. Press the up or...

  • Page 172

    6. Briefly press the set esc button to return to the sub-menu. 7. When accessing the “fuel economy” submenu, briefly press the set esc button. Either “mpg,” “km/l ” or “l/100km” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting). If the distance unit set is “mi,” the fuel economy unit wi...

  • Page 173

    To set the required language, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the set esc button. The previously set “language” will flash on the display. 2. Press the up or down button for setting. 3. Briefly press the set esc button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the set esc button (approxi...

  • Page 174

    3. Briefly press the set esc button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the set esc button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings. Belt buzzer (buzzer activation for s.B.R. Indication) this function will only be displayed after a fiat group...

  • Page 175

    2. Press the up or down button to navigate the two sub-menus. 3. Select the required sub-menu and then briefly press the set esc button. 4. Press the up or down button for setting. 5. Briefly press the set esc button to return to the sub-menu. When you have made the required settings, briefly press ...

  • Page 176

    Drivers door is selected, you must press the rke trans- mitter unlock button twice to unlock the passenger door. When all doors is selected, both of the doors will unlock on the first press of the rke transmitter unlock button. To make your selection, press and release the select button until “unloc...

  • Page 177

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

  • Page 178

    • clean every cd thoroughly removing any finger marks or dust using a soft cloth. Hold cds by the outside and clean them from the middle outwards. • never use chemicals (e.G. Antistatics or thinners or sprays) for cleaning as they could damage the surface of the cds. • after listening to them place ...

  • Page 179

    • the cd player is capable of reading most compression systems currently in use, following the development of these systems, the reading of all compression formats is not guaranteed. Technical specifications the complete system consists of: • two 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers, one speaker in ea...

  • Page 180

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

  • Page 181

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

  • Page 182

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

  • Page 183

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

  • Page 184

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

  • Page 185

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

  • Page 186

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

  • Page 187

    2. Press the or button to set “balance” in the audio menu. 3. Press the button to increase the sound from the left speakers or the button to increase the sound from the right speakers. By pressing the or buttons briefly, the levels will change progressively. By pressing them down longer, the levels ...

  • Page 188

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

  • Page 189

    6. To store the setting, press the menu or audio buttons. Menu menu button functions press the menu button briefly to activate the menu function. Use the or buttons to scroll through the menu functions. To change the setting of the selected function, use the or buttons. The current status of the sel...

  • Page 190

    • low: function activated (low sensitivity) • high: function activated (high sensitivity) on volume limit this function makes it possible to activate/deactivate the maximum volume limit when turning the radio on. The display shows the function status: • “on volume limit: on” – when the radio is turn...

  • Page 191

    Radio off function this function makes it possible to set the radio switching off mode by choosing between two methods. The chosen mode appears on the display: • “radio off: 00 min” — the radio turns off in connec- tion with the ignition key; the radio is turned auto- matically off as soon as the ke...

  • Page 192

    Frequency band selection with the radio mode active, press the fm or am tuner button briefly and repeatedly to select the desired recep- tion band. Each time the button is pressed the following bands are selected cyclically: • am, fm or sat (if equipped) each band is highlighted by the corresponding...

  • Page 193

    Manual tuning this is used to manually search for stations in the preselected band. Select the desired frequency band and then press briefly and repeatedly the or button to start the search in the desired direction. If the or button is pressed longer, the fast search starts and then stops when the b...

  • Page 194

    Trademarks of siriusxm radio inc. And its subsidiaries. Siriusxm radio requires a subscription, sold separately after trial subscription included with vehicle purchase. Prices and programming are provided by siriusxm and are subject to change. Subscriptions governed by terms & conditions available a...

  • Page 195

    Write down the electronic serial number (esn) for your receiver. To retrieve the electronic serial number of siriusxm satellite receiver module tune to channel 0. Make sure that when the order is placed, the esn are correct. If any of the esn numbers are not entered correctly, then the siriusxm subs...

  • Page 196

    The following are instructions for retrieving the elec- tronic serial number (esn) from fiat 500 nafta model radios: to retrieve the esn of sirius satellite receiver module tune to channel 0. Make sure that when the order is placed, the esn are correct. If any of the esn numbers are not entered corr...

  • Page 197

    Cd loading/ejecting to load the cd, insert it gently into the slot to activate the motorized loading system, which will position it cor- rectly. The cd can be loaded with the radio off and the ignition key turned to on/run. In this case, the radio will remain off. When the radio is turned on, the la...

  • Page 198

    Display information when the cd player is operating, information will ap- pear on the display with the following meaning: • “track 5” indicates the cd track number. • “03:42” indicates the time elapsed since the start of the track (if the relevant menu function is activated). Track selection briefly...

  • Page 199

    Mp3 mode in addition to playing regular audio cds, the radio is also enabled to play cdroms on which compressed audio files have been recorded in an mp3 format. To guarantee optimal reproduction, it is advisable to use good quality cds burned at the lowest speed possible. The files on an mp3 cd are ...

  • Page 200

    Move to the mp3 session while playing by keeping the cd button pressed for more than two seconds. Note: when the function is activated the radio may take a few seconds to start playing. While checking the disc the display will show “cd reading.” if no mp3 files are detected, the radio will resume pl...

  • Page 201

    • if the mp3 files on a cd-rom are structured in sub-folders their structure is compressed to a single level structure, where the sub-folders are taken to the level of the main folders. Troubleshooting general sound volume low the fader function should be adjusted to the values “f” (front) only to p...

  • Page 202

    Operating instructions — hands-free phone (if equipped) refer to the appropriate “blue&me™ user’s manual” for further information. Personal/portable navigation device (pnd) — if equipped a personal/portable navigation device (pnd) is avail- able as optional equipment for this vehicle, refer to the n...

  • Page 203

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

  • Page 204

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

  • Page 205

    5. Store the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. Note: if you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (i.E., scratched, reflective coating removed, a hair, moistur...

  • Page 206

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

  • Page 207

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

  • Page 208

    To the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield. • defrost air is directed through the windshield and side window demister outlets. Use this mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. Not...

  • Page 209

    1. Auto temperature control (atc) button controls airflow, temperature, distribution, and air recir- culation automatically. Press and release to select. Per- forming this function will cause the atc to switch between manual mode and automatic modes. Refer to “automatic operation” for more informati...

  • Page 210

    Reducing moisture on the windshield. Performing this function will cause the atc to switch into manual mode. 6. Front defrost press and release to change the current setting. The indicator illuminates when on. The blower will auto- matically default to medium-high if the defrost mode is selected. Pe...

  • Page 211

    Note: when in defrost mode, the recirculation button will flash if pressed. This indicates that you can not proceed to this mode due to fogging risk. When the auto indicator is on and the recirculation indicator is off, the recirculation is in auto mode. If the recirculation indicator is on, the rec...

  • Page 212

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

  • Page 213

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

  • Page 214

    Outlets. If economy mode is desired, press the a/c button to turn off the a/c mode in the atc display and deactivate the a/c system. Note: • if the system is in mix or defrost mode, the a/c can be turned off, but the a/c system shall remain active to prevent fogging of the windows. • if fog or mist ...

  • Page 215

    Control and blower speed to maintain comfort. Higher blower speeds will reduce fogging. Interior fogging on the windshield can be quickly removed by selecting the defrost mode. Regular cleaning of the inside of the windows with a non-filming cleaning solution (vinegar and water works very well) will...

  • Page 217: Starting And Operating

    Starting and operating contents 䡵 starting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 ▫ manual transmission – if equipped . . . . . . . .219 ▫ automatic transmission – if equipped . . . . . .219 ▫ normal starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 ▫ cold weather operation . . . . . ....

  • Page 218

    䡵 driving on slippery surfaces . . . . . . . . .234 ▫ acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234 ▫ traction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 䡵 driving through water . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 ▫ flowing/rising water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 219

    䡵 tires — general information. . . . . . . . .263 ▫ tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .263 ▫ tire inflation pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264 ▫ tire pressures for high speed operation . . . .265 ▫ radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .266 ...

  • Page 220

    ▫ e-85 usage in non-flex fuel vehicles . . . . . . .282 ▫ mmt in gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282 ▫ materials added to fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 ▫ fuel system cautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 ▫ carbon monoxide warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . .284 䡵...

  • Page 221

    Starting procedures before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. Warning! • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a numb...

  • Page 222

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

  • Page 223

    Caution! • do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- mission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle. • to prevent damage ...

  • Page 224

    Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. Note: to shift into reverse from neutral, lift the ring under the knob and, at the same time move the gearshift lever to the right and then backward. Use each gear in numerical ...

  • Page 225

    Note: • clashing reverse gear, especially if vehicle is mov- ing, can result in transmission damage. • during cold weather, until the transmission lubricant is warm, you may experience slightly higher shift efforts. This is normal and not harmful to the transmission. Recommended shift speeds to use ...

  • Page 226

    Caution! If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift at too high of a vehicle speed, these conditions may cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is selected and the clutch pedal is released. Damage to the clutch and the transmission can result from skipping a gear while downshifti...

  • Page 227

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

  • Page 228

    Warning! (continued) • never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking bra...

  • Page 229

    The electronically-controlled transmission provides a precise shift schedule. The transmission electronics are self-calibrating; therefore, the first few shifts on a new vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and precision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilomete...

  • Page 230

    Note: after selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. Park this range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine can be started in this range. Never attempt to use...

  • Page 231

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

  • Page 232

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

  • Page 233

    Warning! (continued) practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. Caution! Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in neutral can cause severe transmission damage. Re...

  • Page 234

    During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on engine coolant temperature. Normal operation will resume once the engine tempera- ture has risen to a suitable level. Transmission limp home mode transmission function is monitored electronically for abnormal conditions. I...

  • Page 235

    Autostick® — if equipped autostick® is a driver-interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control, giving you more control of the vehicle. Autostick® allows you to maximize en- gine braking, eliminate undesirable upshifts and down- shifts, and improve overall vehicle performance. This ...

  • Page 236

    • the system will ignore shift commands that would cause engine lugging or overspeed. An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is requested. • avoid using speed control when autostick® is en- gaged because the transmission will not shift automatically. • transmission shifting will be more...

  • Page 237

    Warning! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and possibly have a collision. Accelerate slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud, loose ...

  • Page 238

    Flowing/rising water warning! Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flow- ing water can wear away the road or path’s surface and cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Furthermore, flowing and/or rising water can carry your vehicl...

  • Page 239

    Caution! (continued) • driving through standing water may cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.E., engine oil, trans- mission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.E., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving through stan...

  • Page 240

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

  • Page 241

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

  • Page 242

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

  • Page 243

    Sport mode manual transmission – if equipped the sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine response. This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering. 1. To...

  • Page 244

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

  • Page 245

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

  • Page 246

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

  • Page 247

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

  • Page 248

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

  • Page 249

    Warning! There may be situations on minor hills (i.E., less than 8%), with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system will not activate and slight rolling may occur. This could cause a collision with another vehicle or object. Always remember the driver is responsible for braking ...

  • Page 250

    Note: the esc off switch is located left of the steering column (manual transmission only). Esc off switch (automatic transmission) esc off switch (manual transmission) 248 starting and operating.

  • Page 251

    Warning! The electronic stability control (esc) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. Esc cannot prevent all accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very...

  • Page 252

    To turn esc on again, momentarily press the switch again. This will restore the normal esc on mode of operation. Note: to improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the partial off mode by pressing the ...

  • Page 253

    On continuously with the engine running, a malfunction has been detected in the esc system. If this light remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see your authorized studio as soon as possible to ha...

  • Page 254

    Tire safety information tire markings note: • p (passenger) - metric tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards. P-metric tires have the letter “p” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: p215/65r15 95h. • european-metric tire sizing is based on european design standar...

  • Page 255

    Compact spare tires have the letter “t” or “s” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Ex- ample: t145/80d18 103m. • high flotation tire sizing is based on u.S. Design standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded into the sidewall. Example: 31x10.5 r15 lt. Tire sizing chart...

  • Page 256

    Example: 15 = rim diameter in inches (in) service description: 95 = load index — a numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry h = speed symbol — a symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating cond...

  • Page 257

    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 258

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

  • Page 259

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

  • Page 260

    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. B-pillar location for tire and loading information placard 258 starting and operating.

  • Page 261

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

  • Page 262

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

  • Page 263

    Note: • the following table shows examples on how to calcu- late total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of your vehicle with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. This table is for illustration purposes only and may not be accurate for the seating and load carry ...

  • Page 264

    262 starting and operating.

  • Page 265

    Warning! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. Tires — general information tire pressure proper tire inflation pressur...

  • Page 266

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

  • Page 267

    Caution! After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure, al- ways reinstall the valve stem cap. This will prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem, which could damage the valve stem. Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressure. Cold tire inflat...

  • Page 268

    Loading may be required for high-speed vehicle opera- tion. Refer to your authorized tire or original equipment vehicle studio for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. Warning! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added ...

  • Page 269

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

  • Page 270

    Original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation pressures. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pro- hibit s...

  • Page 271

    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. Do not install more than one compact spare tire/wheel on the vehicle at any given time. Caution! Because of the reduced ground clearance, d...

  • Page 272

    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 1/16 in (2 mm). When the tread is wo...

  • Page 273

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

  • Page 274

    Warning! • do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle. This can caus...

  • Page 275

    Caution! To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • use security chain company (scc) scc z6 low profile or equivalent chains on 185/55r15 tires only. • because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only c...

  • Page 276

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

  • Page 277

    Tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) the tire pressure monitor system (tpms) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold tire pressure. The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kpa) for every 12° f (6.5° c). This means that when the o...

  • Page 278

    Driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the tpms to receive this information. For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 30 psi (207 kpa). If the ambient temperature is 68° f (20° c) and the measured tire pressure...

  • Page 279

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

  • Page 280

    • four tire pressure monitoring sensors • tire pressure monitoring telltale light tire pressure monitoring low pressure warnings the tire pressure monitoring telltale light will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster, an audible chime will be activated, and the “check left or right front/rear tire x...

  • Page 281

    5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with tpm sensors. Note: your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly. 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor. Therefore, the tpms will not moni- tor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire. 2. If you i...

  • Page 282

    Pressure menu command in the instrument cluster. Refer to the instrument panel features section of the owners manual. General information this device complies with part 15 of the fcc rules and rss 210 of industry canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • this device may not cause h...

  • Page 283

    Fuel requirements – 1.4l turbo this engine is designed to meet all emis- sion regulations and provide satisfactory fuel economy and performance when us- ing high-quality unleaded “regular” gaso- line having an octane rating of 87. For optimum performance and fuel economy the use of 91 octane or high...

  • Page 284

    Caution! Do not use gasoline containing methanol or e-85 ethanol. Use of these blends may result in starting and driveability problems and may damage critical fuel system components. Problems that result from using methanol/gasoline blends are not the responsibility of the manufacturer. While mtbe i...

  • Page 285

    Blended with mmt provides no performance advantage beyond gasoline of the same octane number without mmt. Gasoline blended with mmt reduces spark plug life and reduces emissions system performance in some vehicles. The manufacturer recommends that gasoline without mmt be used in your vehicle. The mm...

  • Page 286

    Caution! (continued) • the use of fuel additives, which are now being sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended. Most of these products contain high concentrations of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems resulting from the use of such fuels or additives is not the responsi...

  • Page 287

    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 288

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

  • Page 289

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

  • Page 290

    Note: this vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are off the ground. Caution! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- age from improper towing is not covered under the new vehicle limited warranty...

  • Page 291: Contents

    What to do in emergencies contents 䡵 hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . .291 䡵 if your engine overheats . . . . . . . . . . . .291 䡵 tirefit kit — if equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . .292 ▫ tirefit storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .293 ▫ tirefit kit components and operation...

  • Page 292

    䡵 towing a disabled vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .321 ▫ automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 ▫ manual transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 䡵 enhanced accident response system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .323 290 what to do in emergen...

  • Page 293

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

  • Page 294

    Supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the engine cooling system. Caution! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the h (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at...

  • Page 295

    Tirefit storage the tirefit kit is located under the front driver’s seat. Tirefit kit components and operation 1. Sealant bottle 2. Deflation button 3. Pressure gauge tirefit kit location tirefit components 6 what to do in emergencies 293.

  • Page 296

    4. Power button 5. Mode select knob 6. Sealant hose (clear) 7. Air pump hose (black) 8. Power plug tirefit usage precautions • replace the tirefit sealant bottle (1) and sealant hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the sys- tem. Refer to ...

  • Page 297

    • do not lift or carry the tirefit kit by the hoses. Warning! • do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the tirefit kit. • do not use tirefit or drive the vehicle under the following circums...

  • Page 298

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

  • Page 299

    (b) setting up to use tirefit: 1. Turn the mode select knob (5) to the sealant mode position. 2. Uncoil the sealant hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose. 3. Place the tirefit kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire. 4. Remove the cap from the valve stem a...

  • Page 300

    The sealant hose (6) to the valve stem. Check that the mode select knob (5) is in the sealant mode position and not air mode. Press the power button (4) to turn on the tirefit kit. 2. Connect the power plug (8) to a different 12 volt power outlet in your vehicle or another vehicle, if available. Mak...

  • Page 301

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

  • Page 302

    (d) drive vehicle: immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km) or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the tirefit sealant within the tire. Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h). Warning! Tirefit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected a...

  • Page 303

    If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 bar) or higher: 1. Press the power button (4) to turn on tirefit and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door opening. Note: if the tire becomes over-inflated, press the defla- tion button to redu...

  • Page 304

    5. Position the new sealant bottle (1) in the housing so that the sealant hose (6) aligns with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the housing. An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place. 6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting a...

  • Page 305

    Warning! (continued) • the jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only. The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only. Avoid ice or slippery areas. Jack location the jack and jack wrench tool are stow...

  • Page 306

    Spare tire removal the spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the cargo area. 1. Remove the plug located in the rear cargo area. 2. Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut. Use the wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow ...

  • Page 307

    Caution! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench tool only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can dam- age the winch. 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. Lowering/raising spare tire spare tire 6 what to do in emergencies 305.

  • Page 308

    4. When the spare is clear, remove the knob or plastic molded nut by rotating it counter-clockwise. 5. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. Plastic molded nut retainer 306 what to do in emergencies.

  • Page 309

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

  • Page 310

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

  • Page 311

    Note: refer to the “compact spare tire” section of the “tires-general information” under “starting and oper- ating” for information about the spare tire, it’s use, and operation. Caution! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the jacking instructio...

  • Page 312

    Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to th...

  • Page 313

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

  • Page 314

    5. Remove the wheel bolts and pull the wheel off the hub. For vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels, the center caps must be removed to remove the wheel bolts. Warning! To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not fully tighten the wheel bolts until the vehicle has been lowered. Fa...

  • Page 315

    7. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 8. Finish tightening the bolts. Push down on the wrench while tightening the wheel bolts. Alternate bolts until each bolt has been tightened twice. The correct wheel bolt torque is 63 ft lbs (85 n·m) for steel wheels and 75 ft lbs (100 n·m)...

  • Page 316

    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 wrench e...

  • Page 317

    Shield. To allow jump-starting, there are remote battery posts located on the left side of the engine compartment. Warning! • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • remove a...

  • Page 318

    3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive (+) battery post. To remove the cover, press the locking tab and pull upward on the cover. 4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the parking brake and make sure the ignition ...

  • Page 319

    3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster battery. 4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and the fuel injection system. Warni...

  • Page 320

    Caution! Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.E., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prev...

  • Page 321

    Caution! • when “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be- tween drive/2nd gear and reverse, do not spin the wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drive- train damage may result. • revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damag...

  • Page 322

    3. Remove the shift lever override access cover (located on the right side of the shift lever housing) by prying at the bottom edge of the cover. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole, and push and hold the override...

  • Page 323

    Towing a disabled vehicle this section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial wrecker service. Towing condition wheels off the ground automatic transmission manual transmission flat tow none if transmission is operable: • transmission in neutral • 30 mph (48 km/h) max ...

  • Page 324

    If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, see “shift lever override” in “what to do in emergencies” for instructions on shifting the automatic transmission out of park for towing. Caution! Do not use sling-type equipment when towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed tru...

  • Page 325

    Caution! Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- age from improper towing is not covered under the new vehicle limited warranty. Enhanced accident response system in the event of an impact causing airbag deployment, if the communication...

  • Page 326

    In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you must follow the system reset procedure. Customer action customer will see 1. Turn ignition off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neutral state). 2. Turn ignition on. Left turn light is off. Right turn light blinks. 3. Turn right turn sig...

  • Page 327: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    Maintaining your vehicle contents 䡵 engine compartment — 1.4l . . . . . . . . . .327 䡵 engine compartment — 1.4l turbo . . . .328 䡵 onboard diagnostic system — obd ii . .329 䡵 emissions inspection and maintenance programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .329 䡵 replacement parts . ....

  • Page 328

    ▫ automatic transmission – if equipped . . . . . .356 ▫ appearance care and protection from corrosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .358 ▫ convertible top care – if equipped . . . . . . . .364 䡵 fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366 ▫ interior fus...

  • Page 329

    Engine compartment — 1.4l 1 — engine coolant reservoir 5 — battery 2 — engine oil dipstick 6 — air cleaner filter 3 — brake fluid reservoir 7 — engine oil fill 4 — front distribution unit (fuses) 8 — washer fluid reservoir 7 maintaining your vehicle 327.

  • Page 330

    Engine compartment — 1.4l turbo 1 — engine coolant reservoir 5 — battery 2 — engine oil dipstick 6 — engine oil fill 3 — brake fluid reservoir 7 — washer fluid reservoir 4 — front distribution unit (fuses) 328 maintaining your vehicle.

  • Page 331

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

  • Page 332

    Indicator light (mil)” is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the obd ii system is ready for testing. Normally, the obd ii system will be ready. The obd ii system may not be ready if your vehicle was recently serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace- ment...

  • Page 333

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

  • Page 334

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

  • Page 335

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

  • Page 336

    Engine oil selection for best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are api certified and meet the requirements of chrysler material standard ms-6395. American petroleum institute (api) engine oil identification ...

  • Page 337

    Engine oil filler cap location, refer to “engine compart- ment” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further informa- tion. Engine oil viscosity - 1.4l turbo (sae grade) sae 5w-40 full synthetic engine oil is recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting ...

  • Page 338

    Station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely discarded in your area. Engine oil filter the engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every engine oil change. Engine oil filter selection this manufacturer’s engines have a full-flow ...

  • Page 339

    Maintenance-free battery your vehicle is equipped with a maintenance-free battery. You will never have to add water, nor is periodic main- tenance required. Warning! • battery fluid is a corrosive acid solution and can burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery fluid to contact your eyes, skin, or...

  • Page 340

    Caution! • it is essential when replacing the cables on the battery that the positive cable is attached to the positive post and the negative cable is attached to the negative post. Battery posts are marked positive (+) and negative (-) and are identified on the battery case. Cable clamps should be ...

  • Page 341

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

  • Page 342

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

  • Page 343

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

  • Page 344

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

  • Page 345

    Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield or rear window. Make s...

  • Page 346

    Note: the rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder. ...

  • Page 347

    5. Lower the wiper blade and snap the pivot cap into place. Adding washer fluid the windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment, and the fluid level should be checked at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with wind- shield washer solvent (not engine coolant/ antifreeze)...

  • Page 348

    Warning! • exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (co), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. To avoid breathing co, refer to “safety tips/exhaust gas” in “things to know before starting your vehicle” for further...

  • Page 349

    Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con- verter will not require maintenance. However, it is im- portant to keep the engine properly tuned to assure proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst damage. Note: intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in c...

  • Page 350

    Cooling system warning! • when working near the radiator cooling fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition switch to the off position. The fan is temperature controlled and can start at any time the ignition switch is in the on position. • you or others can be badly burned by hot engin...

  • Page 351

    Selection of coolant refer to “fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts” in “maintaining your vehicle” for further information. Caution! • mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified organic additive technology (oat) en- gine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decr...

  • Page 352

    You use the same engine coolant (oat coolant conform- ing to ms-12106) throughout the life of your vehicle. Please review these recommendations for using organic additive technology (oat) engine coolant (antifreeze) that meets the requirements of chrysler material stan- dard ms-12106. When adding en...

  • Page 353

    The cap should be inspected and cleaned if there is any accumulation of foreign material on the sealing surfaces. Warning! • the warning words “do not open hot” on the cooling system pressure cap are a safety precaution. Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is overheated. Do not loo...

  • Page 354

    As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfac- tory, the coolant bottle need only be checked once a month. When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant bottle. Do not overfill. Points to remember note: when the vehicl...

  • Page 355

    • keep the front of the radiator clean. If your vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, keep the front of the condenser clean. • do not change the thermostat for summer or winter operation. If replacement is ever necessary, install only the correct type thermostat. Other designs may result in uns...

  • Page 356

    When the pads are replaced. However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed. Note: if your vehicle is equipped with a manual trans- mission , the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both the brake system and the clutch release system. The two systems are separated in...

  • Page 357

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

  • Page 358

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

  • Page 359

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

  • Page 360

    The transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve- hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe transmission damage. Caution! • if a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit your au- thorized studio immediately. Severe transmission damage may occur. Your authorized studio has the proper too...

  • Page 361

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

  • Page 362

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

  • Page 363

    Caution! Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not use oven cleaner. These products may damage the wheel’s protective finish. Avoid automatic car washes that use acidic solutions or harsh brushes that may damage the wheel’s pro- tective finish. Only mopar® whee...

  • Page 364

    Can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and mopar® total clean. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use polishes, oils, c...

  • Page 365

    When cleaning the rear view mirror, spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you are using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror. Instrument panel cover the instrument panel cover has a low glare surface which minimizes reflections on the windshield. Do not use protectants or other products whi...

  • Page 366

    Replace the belts if they appear frayed or worn or if the buckles do not work properly. Convertible top care – if equipped note: lubricate the top rails with berulub fr 43 every 2000 cycles or if scratching noises due to dust are present. Caution! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior ...

  • Page 367

    Must use an automatic car wash, soft cloth systems are preferred. Caution! Avoid high-pressure car washes, as they can damage the top material. Also, increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips. General cleaning careful vacuuming of the top before washing is helpful in removing ...

  • Page 368

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

  • Page 369

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

  • Page 370

    Underhood fuses the front distribution unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover. The id number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. Cav...

  • Page 371

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

  • Page 372

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

  • Page 373

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

  • Page 374

    Bulb number center high mounted stop lamp w5w license plate lamps led (see authorized studio) note: numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized studio. If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized studio or refer to the applicable service manual. Bulb r...

  • Page 375

    3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp housing. 4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise. 5. Remove the bulb and replace as needed. 6. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket clockwise into lamp locking it in place. 7. Reinstall the plastic cap. Front fog lamps to replace th...

  • Page 376

    Rear tail, stop, backup and turn signal lamps 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp assembly. 3. Remove the four screws (using a t20 driver) and separate the backplate from the lamp housing. 4. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing them slightly and...

  • Page 377

    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 1.4 liter engine (mopar® antifreeze/engine coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula) — with manual transmission 4.6 quarts 4.4 liters 1.4 liter engine (...

  • Page 378

    Fluids, lubricants and genuine parts engine component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part engine coolant - 1.4l/1.4l turbo engine we recommend you use mopar® antifreeze/coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula oat (organic additive technology). Engine oil - 1.4l engine we recommend you use api certified s...

  • Page 379

    Chassis component fluid, lubricant, or genuine part manual transmission – if equipped we recommend you use mopar® c635 ddct/mtx transmission fluid automatic transmission – if equipped we recommend you use mopar® aw-1 transmission fluid brake master cylinder we recommend you use mopar® dot 3, sae j17...

  • Page 381: Maintenance Schedules

    Maintenance schedules contents 䡵 maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . .380 ▫ maintenance chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .382 8 m a i n t e n a n c e s c h e d u l e s.

  • Page 382

    Maintenance schedule your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illuminate. This...

  • Page 383

    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 irregu- lar wear, even i...

  • Page 384

    Maintenance chart refer to the maintenance schedules on the following pages for the required maintenance intervals. Mileage or time passed (whichever comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 1 10,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or years: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 ...

  • Page 385

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

  • Page 386

    ** the spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. 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 servi...

  • Page 387: Contents

    If you need consumer assistance contents 䡵 suggestions for obtaining service for your vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .386 ▫ prepare for the appointment. . . . . . . . . . . . .386 ▫ prepare a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .386 ▫ be reasonable with requests ....

  • Page 388

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

  • Page 389

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

  • Page 390

    Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by bell canada. For tty teletypewriter users, dial 711 and for voice callers, dial 1 800 855-0511 to connect with a bell relay service operator. Service contract you may have purchase...

  • Page 391

    Warning! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear con...

  • Page 392

    West building, washington, d.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.Safercar.Gov. In canada if you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the customer service department imme- diately. Canadian customers who wish to repor...

  • Page 393

    Problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshoot- ing and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests and a complete list of all tools and equipment. Owner’s manuals these owner’s manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to ac- quaint you with...

  • Page 394

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

  • Page 395

    Warning! The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load- ing, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 9 if you need consumer assistance 393.

  • Page 397: Index

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  • Page 398

    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .349 adding fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .345 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283 airbag. . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 399

    Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314 keyless transmitter replacement (rke) . . . . . . . .17 belts, seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 body mechanism lubrica...

  • Page 400

    Cleaning wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .360 windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .342 climate control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203 clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .353 clutch fl...

  • Page 401

    Downshifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223 driving through flowing, rising, or shallow standing water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235 electrical power outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 electric remote mirrors. . . . . ...

  • Page 402

    Exhaust gas caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 exhaust system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 exterior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 filler location fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 filters air cl...

  • Page 403

    Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .366 gas cap (fuel filler cap) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .285 gasoline, clean air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281 gasoline (fuel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 gasoline, re...

  • Page 404

    Infant restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 information center, vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 instrument panel and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141 instrument panel cover . ...

  • Page 405

    Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 fog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 high beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 high beam indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 low fuel . . . . . ....

  • Page 406

    Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 automatic dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 electric powered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 modifications/altera...

  • Page 407

    Passing light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111 pets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 placard, tire and loading information . . . . . . . . . .259 power door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 mirrors . . ....

  • Page 408

    Safety checks outside vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 safety defects, reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .389 safety, exhaust gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 safety information, tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .252 safety tips . . . . . . ...

  • Page 409

    Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 cold weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220 engine fails to start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220 manual transmission . . . ....

  • Page 410

    Life of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270 load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .258 pressure monitor system (tpms) . . . . . . . . . . . .275 pressure warning light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 quality grading . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 411

    Unleaded gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .280 untwisting procedure, seat belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 vehicle loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .259 vehicle modifications/alteratio...

  • Page 412

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

  • Page 413

    872214.Ps 12ff500-126-aa fiat 1" gutter 10/04/2010 11:37:45 chrysler group llc 12ff500-126-aa first edition printed in u.S.A. 2012 500 500 o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 2 500 o w n e r ’ s m a n u a l 2 0 1 2 2012 500