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Fiat 500L 2017 User Manual

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    17bf-926-aa fiat ® 500l fourth edition user guide 2 01 7 fiat ® 500l user guide ©2017 fca us llc. All rights reserved. Fiat is a registered trademark of fca group marketing s.P.A., used under license by fca us llc. Whether it’s providing information about specific product features, taking a tour thr...

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

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

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

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

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    Driver cockpit 1. Power mirrors 2. Uconnect phone (bluetooth hands free calling) pg. 70 3. Turn signals/lights/high beam lever pg. 58 4. Instrument cluster pg. 6 5. Instrument cluster display pg. 116 6. Speed control pg. 62 7. Wiper/washer lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 60 8. Ignition switch 9. A...

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    10. Switch panel • fog lights switch pg. 59 • instrument cluster display controls pg. 116 11. Upper storage compartment 12. Lower storage compartment 13. Climate controls pg. 65 14. Auxiliary ports pg. 123 15. Gear selector 16. Front power window switches 17. Rear power window switches controls at a...

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    Instrument cluster 1. Speedometer 2. Fuel gauge 3. Fuel filler door location (see page 125 for instrument cluster warning lights.) controls at a glance 6.

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    4. Engine temperature gauge 5. Tachometer 6. Instrument cluster display (see page 130 for instrument cluster indicator lights.) controls at a glance 7.

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    Key fob locking and unlocking the doors and liftgate push the lock button on the remote key- less entry key fob once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. Push the unlock button on the remote keyless entry key fob once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all th...

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    Vehicle security alarm the vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and liftgate are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the ve- hicle secur...

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    Door locks push the central lock/unlock button located on the instrument panel, in the switch bank below the radio. The button has an led that indicates whether the doors are locked or unlocked. • led on: doors locked. Pushing the central lock/unlock button once will unlock all doors. The led will s...

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    Caution! An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all of the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Doors lock with one or more doors open it is possible to lock the vehicle using the remote keyless entry, internal button, or external key fob. The ve...

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    Power windows power window switches the power window controls are located on the driver's door trim panel. There is a single switch on the front passenger door, which operate the front passenger window and a single switch on each rear door that operates the rear passenger door window. The win- dow c...

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    Auto-up feature with anti-pinch protection — if equipped pull the window switch for approximately one second, release and the window will go up automatically. To stop the window during an auto-up operation, push or pull again the window switch. To close the window part way, pull the window switch br...

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    Liftgate to unlock the liftgate, use the key fob or activate the central locking button located on the instrument panel below the radio. To open the liftgate, push the liftgate electronic release and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. Warning! • driving with the liftgate open can allow po...

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    Occupant restraint systems some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems: occupant restraint systems features • seat belt systems • supplemental restraint systems (srs) air bags • child restraints some of the safety features described in this section may be sta...

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

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    Beltalert warning sequence the beltalert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle is moving above a specified ve- hicle speed range and the driver or outboard front seat passenger is unbuckled (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat beltalert) (the outboard front passenger seat beltale...

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    Lap/shoulder belts all seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with lap/shoulder belts. The seat belt webbing retractor will lock only during very sudden stops or collisions. This feature allows the shoulder part of the seat belt to move freely with you under normal conditions. However, in a ...

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

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

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    Seat belts and pregnant women seat belts must be worn by all occupants including pregnant women: the risk of injury in the event of an accident is reduced for the mother and the unborn child if they are wearing a seat belt. Position the lap belt snug and low below the abdomen and across the strong b...

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    Switchable automatic locking retractor (alr) the seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a switchable auto- matic locking retractor (alr) which is used to secure a child restraint system. For addi- tional information, refer to “installing child restraints using the vehicle se...

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    How to disengage the automatic locking mode unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disen- gage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. Warning! • the seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable automa...

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    Air bag warning light the orc monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition switch is in the avv/start or mar/acc/on/run position. If the ignition switch is in the stop/off/lock position the air bag system is not on and the air bags will not inflate. The ...

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    Front air bags this vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for both the driver and front pas- senger. The front air bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The driver front air bag is mounted in the center of the steering wheel. The passenger front air bag is mounted in ...

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

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    Front air bag operation front air bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts. Front air bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear, side, or rollover collisions. The front air bags will not deploy in all frontal collisions, including some that ...

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    Supplemental driver knee air bag supplemental driver knee air bag this vehicle is equipped with a supplemental driver knee air bag mounted in the instru- ment panel below the steering column. The supplemental driver knee air bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working togethe...

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    2. Supplemental side air bag inflatable curtains (sabics): located above the side win- dows. The trim covering the sabics is labeled “srs airbag” or “airbag.” sabics may help reduce the risk of head or other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in cer- tain side impacts and/or vehicle ...

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    Warning! • occupants, including children, who are up against or very close to side air bags can be seriously injured or killed. Occupants, including children, should never lean on or sleep against the door, side windows, or area where the side air bags inflate, even if they are in an infant or child...

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    Rollover events side air bags are designed to activate in certain rollover events. The orc determines whether the deployment of the side air bags in a particular rollover event is appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision. Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indica- tor of whether ...

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    If a deployment occurs the front air bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. Note: front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system. If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or all of the ...

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

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    Customer action customer will see note: each step must be held for at least two seconds 10. Turn left turn signal switch off. (turn signal switch must be placed in neutral state). Right turn light is off. Left turn light is off. 11. Turn ignition stop/off/lock. 12. Turn ignition mar/acc/on/run. (ent...

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

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    There are different sizes and types of restraints for children from newborn size to the child almost large enough for an adult safety belt. Always check the child seat owner’s manual to make sure you have the correct seat for your child. Carefully read and follow all the instructions and warnings in...

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    Infant and child restraints safety experts recommend that children ride rear-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 restraint. Two types of child restraints can be used rear-facing: infant carriers and conve...

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

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    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 an- chors only seat belt only latch – lower an- chors + top tether an- chor seat belt + top tether anchor rear-facing child re-...

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    Latch positions for installing child restraints in this vehicle frequently asked questions about installing child restraints with latch what is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child re- straint) for using the latch an- chorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.5 kg) u...

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    Frequently asked questions about installing child restraints with latch can two child restraints be at- tached using a common lower latch anchorage? No never “share” a latch anchor- age with two or more child re- straints. If the center position does not have dedicated latch lower anchorages, use th...

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    Locating the upper tether anchorages there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat, near the floor. Latch-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flex- ible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector ...

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

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

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    Frequently asked questions about installing child restraints with seat belts what is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child re- straint) for using the tether an- chor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the child re- straint always use the t...

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    6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull out any webbing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5. 7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child re- straint while you push the child restraint rearwa...

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    2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head re- straints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. ...

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

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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 dealership immediately. Note: do not reposition the head restraint 180 degrees to the incorrect positio...

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    To remove the outboard head restraints, raise it as far as it can go. Then, push the adjust- ment button and the release button at the base of each post while pulling the head re- straint up. To reinstall the head restraint, put the head restraint posts into the holes and push downward. Then, adjust...

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

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    Seat height adjustment the seat height adjustment lever is located on the outboard side of the seat. Pull up- ward on the lever to raise the seat height or push downward on the lever to lower the seat height. Recliner adjustment the recline lever is located on the out- board side of the seat. To rec...

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    Rear seats rear seats forward/rearward adjustment the adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near the floor. While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the seat forward or rearward. Re- lease the bar once the desired position is reached. Then, using body pressure, move for- ...

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    Fold and tumble rear seat note: • prior to folding the rear seat, it may be necessary to reposition the front seats. • be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seat to fold down easily. 1. Lift the seatback release lever located on the upper out...

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    3. Locate the seatback recline lever on the outboard side of the seat and lift upward on the lever. 4. Slowly flip the entire seat forward. 5. Slowly flip the entire seat rearward and firmly lock the seat into position. 6. Raise the rear seatback and firmly lock the seatback into position. Rear armr...

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    Heated seats heated seats — if equipped on some models, the front driver and passenger seats may be equipped with heaters in both the seat cushions and seatbacks. The controls for the front heated seats are located on the outer side of the seat. • push the heated seat switch once to turn on the heat...

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    Tilt/telescoping steering column this feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping control handle is lo- cated on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. To unlock the steering column,...

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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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    Lane change assist tap the lever up or down once without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash five times. Then, turn off automatically. Headlights rotate the end of the multifunction lever upward to the first detent for headlight opera- tion. Note: when the headli...

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    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 operate with the ignition in the on/run posi- tion. Front windshield wiper operation there are five different modes of operation for the ...

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    Front windshield washer operation pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the wash- ers. The wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released. Caution! • turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Dam...

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

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

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

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    Manual climate controls air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defogging, turn the recirculation off. • recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. Heated mirrors • the mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is acti...

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    Automatic temperature controls (atc) automatic operation • push the auto button. • select the desired temperature by rotating temperature control knobs. • the system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air recirculation • use recirculation for maximum a/c operation. • for window defoggi...

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    Heated mirrors • the mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster. Rear park assist if an object is detected behind the rear bumper while the vehicle is in reverse, a visual warning will display in the instrument cluster and an aud...

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    To open pull the power sunroof switch for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Pull the power sunroof switch a second time for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “ex- press open”. Note: duri...

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    Electronic stability control (esc) this system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. Esc uses sensors in the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual path does...

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    Your vehicle's sound system 1. Uconnect phone button pg. 105 2. Uconnect voice command button pg. 79 3. Steering wheel audio controls (right) pg. 116 4. Steering wheel audio controls (left) pg. 116 5. Phone hang up button 6. Volume knob — on/off button 7. Mute button electronics 70

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    8. Uconnect 6.5 radio pg. 86 9. Back button 10. Browse/enter button — tune/scroll knob electronics 71.

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

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    Identifying your radio uconnect 5.0 • 5.0” full color touchscreen display • single disc cd player • bluetooth connectivity/bluetooth streaming audio uconnect 6.5 nav • 6.5” full color touchscreen display • nav button below the display • bluetooth connectivity/bluetooth streaming audio uconnect 5.0 u...

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    Uconnect 5.0 note: do not attach any object to the touchscreen, doing so can result in damage to the touchscreen. Clock setting to start the clock setting procedure: 1. Push the more button on the faceplate. Next press the “settings” button on the touchscreen and then press the “clock and date” butt...

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    3. Press the “up” or “down” arrows to adjust the hours or minutes, then select the “am” or “pm” button on the touchscreen. You can also select 12hr or 24hr format by pressing the desired button on the touchscreen. 4. Once the time is set press the “done” button on the touchscreen to exit the time sc...

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    Radio operation store radio presets the radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the radio modes. Four presets are visible at the top of the radio screen. Pressing the “all” button on the touchscreen on the radio home screen will display all of the preset stations for that mode. • when you are recei...

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

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    Usb/audio jack (aux)/bluetooth operation usb/ipod the usb/aux jack is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the hvac controls. • usb/ipod mode is entered by either in- serting a usb jump drive or an ipod cable into the usb port or by pushing the media button on the faceplate lo- cated...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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    Voice text reply uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push the phone button and say listen. (must have compatible mobile phone paired to uconnect system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the phone button . After the beep, say: reply 2. Listen to the uconnect prompts. ...

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    Uconnect 6.5 nav at a glance displaying the time • if the time is not currently displayed on the radio or player main page press the set- tings button. In the settings list, press the “clock” button on the touchscreen then press “on” or “off” for show time in status bar. Uconnect 6.5 nav radio 1 — o...

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    Setting the time model 6.5 nav synchronizes time automatically via gps, so should not require any time adjustment. If you do need to set the time manually, follow the instructions below. • for model 6.5 nav, turn the unit on, then press the time display at the top of the screen. Press “yes.” • if th...

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    Radio • to access the radio mode, press the radio button below the screen. Selecting radio stations • press the desired radio band (am, fm or sxm) button. Seek up/seek down • press the “seek arrow” buttons on the touchscreen for less than two seconds to seek through radio stations. • press and hold ...

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    Store radio presets • your radio can store 36 total preset stations, 12 presets per band (am, fm and sxm). They are shown at the top of your radio screen. To see the 12 preset stations per band, press the “arrow” button on the touchscreen at the top right of the screen to toggle between the two sets...

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    Siriusxm parental controls • you can skip or hide certain channels from view if you do not want access to them. Push the settings button on the faceplate, press the “siriusxm setup” button on the touchscreen, then select channel skip. Press the box, check-mark, next to the channel you want skipped. ...

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    • siriusxm services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial in- cluded with the new vehicle purchase. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call siriu...

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    Usb port connect your ipod or compatible device using a usb cable into the usb port. Usb memory sticks with audio files can also be used. Then, audio from the device can be played on the vehicles sound system while providing metadata (artist, track title, album, etc.) information on the radio displa...

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    Bluetooth streaming audio if equipped with uconnect voice command, your bluetooth-equipped ipod devices, cell phones or other media players, may also be able to stream music to your vehicle's sound system. Your connected device must be bluetooth-compatible, and paired with your system (see uconnect ...

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    Uconnect 6.5 nav navigation press the nav button to access the navigation feature. Changing the navigation voice prompt volume 1. Press the “view map” button on the touchscreen from the nav main menu. 2. With the map displayed, press the “options” button on the touchscreen in the lower right area of...

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    Finding points of interest • from the main navigation menu, press the “where to?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “points of interest” button on the touchscreen. • select a category and then a subcategory, if necessary. • select your destination and press the “yes” button on the touchscree...

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    Go home a home location must be saved in the system. • from the main navigation menu, press the “where to?” button on the touchscreen, then press the “go home” button on the touchscreen. • your route is marked with a blue line on the map. If you depart from the original route, your route is recalcul...

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    Taking a detour to take a detour, you must be navigating a route: • press the “detour” button on the touchscreen. Note: if the route you are currently taking is the only reasonable option, the device might not calculate a detour. • for more information, see your uconnect 6.5 nav owner’s manual suppl...

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

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

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

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    Media uconnect offers connections via usb, bluetooth and auxiliary ports (if equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected usb and ipod devices. (cd player optional and not available on all vehicles.) push the vr button . After the beep, say one of the following commands and fol- low th...

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    Navigation (uconnect 6.5nav) the uconnect navigation feature helps you save time and become more productive when you know exactly how to get to where you want to go. 1. To enter a destination, push the vr button . After the beep, say: • find address 800 chrysler drive auburn hills, michigan. 2. Then...

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

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    Voice text reply uconnect will announce incoming text messages. Push the phone button and say listen. (must have compatible mobile phone paired to uconnect system.) 1. Once an incoming text message is read to you, push the phone button . After the beep, say: reply. 2. Listen to the uconnect prompts....

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    Uconnect phone uconnect phone (bluetooth hands free calling) uconnect 5.0 phone menu 1 — call/redial/hold 2 — mobile phone signal strength 3 — currently paired mobile phone 4 — mobile phone battery life 5 — mute microphone 6 — transfer to/from uconnect system 7 — uconnect phone settings menu 8 — tex...

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

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    Note: • the uconnect phone requires a mobile phone equipped with the bluetooth hands- free profile, version 1.0 or higher. • most mobile phones/devices are compatible with the uconnect system, however some mobile phones/devices may not be equipped with all of the required features to utilize all of ...

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    Uconnect 6.5 nav: 1. Place the ignition in the acc or on position. 2. Press the “phone” button in the menu bar on the touchscreen. 3. Select “settings.” 4. Select “paired phones.” 5. Select “add device.” note: uconnect phone will display an “in prog- ress” screen while the system is connect- ing. Pa...

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    Select the iphone's priority level when the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over other paired m...

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    Select the android mobile phone's priority level when the pairing process has successfully completed, the system will prompt you to choose whether or not this is your favorite mobile phone. Selecting “yes” will make this mobile phone the highest priority. This mobile phone will take precedence over ...

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

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    To enable incoming text messaging: iphone 1. Press the settings button on the mobile phone. 2. Select bluetooth. Note: ensure bluetooth is enabled, and the mobile phone is paired to the uconnect system. 3. Select located under devices next to uconnect. 4. Turn “show notifications” to on. Android dev...

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    Note: • a pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your messages. Select “don’t ask again” and press ok. A pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your messages. Select “don’t ask again” and press ok. • all incoming text me...

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    Note: if an sms is sent through uconnect, an additional cost may be incurred on the mobile phone sending the message. For more information, please contact your phone provider. Once your uconnect system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, an...

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

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    Steering wheel audio controls the steering wheel audio controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Right switch • push the switch up or down to increase or decrease the volume. • push the button in the center to change modes am/fm/cd/sxm/aux or usb port. Left switch • push the sw...

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    Note: up and down arrow buttons activate different functions according to the following situa- tions: • to scroll the menu options upwards or downwards. • to increase or decrease values during settings. Note: when opening one of the front doors, the display will turn on the clock and the miles or ki...

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    Values displayed range this indicates the distance which may be traveled 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 ...

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    Programmable features instrument cluster display programmable features • the instrument cluster display can be used to program the following personal settings. Push the menu button until menu is displayed, then push the up or down arrow but- ton to scroll through the settings. • once the menu settin...

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    Universal garage door opener (homelink) homelink replaces up to three hand-held transmitters that operate devices such as garage door openers, motorized gates, lighting or home security systems. The homelink unit is powered by your vehicles 12 volt battery. Homelink buttons that are located in the s...

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    4. Continue to hold both buttons and observe the indicator light. The homelink indica- tor will flash slowly and then rapidly after homelink has received the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons after the indicator light changes from slow to rapid. 5. At the garage d...

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    Using homelink to operate, push and release the programmed homelink button. Activation will now oc- cur for the programmed device (i.E., garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.,). The hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any ...

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    Warning! To avoid serious injury or death do not: • insert any objects into the receptacles • touch with wet hands close the lid when not in use. If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure. Power outlet a standard 12 volt (13 amp) power outlet, located in the floor cons...

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    Trailer towing • trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. Recreational towing (behind motorhome, etc.) towing this vehicle behind another vehicle towing condition wheels off the ground automatic transmission flat tow none not allowed dolly tow front ok rear not allowed on trailer all ok ...

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

  • Page 128

    — oil pressure warning light this light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when this light turns on. We recommend you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the...

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    Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the ve- hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (if your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the ve...

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    — engine temperature warning light this light warns of an overheated engine condition. If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the a/c system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into neutral and idle the vehicle. If the temp...

  • Page 131

    Vehicles equipped with the anti-lock brake system (abs) are also equipped with elec- tronic brake force distribution (ebd). In the event of an ebd failure, the brake warning light will turn on along with the abs light. Immediate repair to the abs system is re- quired. Operation of the brake warning ...

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    Note: • the “esc off indicator light” and the “esc activation/malfunction indicator light” come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to mar. • each time the ignition is turned to mar, the esc system will be on even if it was turned off previously. • esc activation/malfunction light...

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    — cruise control set indicator this indicator will illuminate when the cruising speed has been set. — electronic stability control (esc) off indicator light this light indicates the esc system has been turned off by the driver. Esc partial off this mode is entered by momentarily pushing the esc off ...

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    Change engine oil • your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change indicator system. The “change en- gine oil” message will flash in the instrument cluster display for approximately 10 sec- onds after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next scheduled oil change inter- val. The engine oil...

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    Warning! You or others can be badly burned by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pres- sure cap when the radiator or coolant...

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    Jack location the spare tire jack is located in the rear cargo area underneath the cargo floor. Spare tire removal the spare tire is stowed in underneath the rear cargo area on the outside of the ve- hicle. 1. Remove the cargo floor to access the winch. 2. Remove the jack handle and use the wrench e...

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    3. When the spare is clear, replace the jack tools. 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 b...

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    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 pos- sible before raising the vehicle. • turn on the hazard warning flasher. • block th...

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    1. Remove the spare tire, jack and wheel bolt wrench. 2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to pry the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle. 3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench to loosen, but not...

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    6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire. 7. Mount the spare tire. Caution! Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the spare tire is mounted incorrectly. Note: • for vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a center cap or wheel cover on ...

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    Spare tire stowage rotate the jack wrench tool on the winch drive nut clockwise (the flat tire must not be connected to the winch) until effort becomes heavy and an audible click is heard indicat- ing the winch is properly stowed. Cover the flat tire with the emergency spare tire bag and stow the fl...

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

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    Warning! Tire service kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using tire service kit. Do not exceed 65 mph (110 km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you...

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

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    Warning! • take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on. You can be injured by moving fan blades. • remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact. You coul...

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    Note: before connecting the jumper cables to the discharged battery, the negative (-) battery cable must be disconnected from the discharged battery. This is the only way to success- fully jump start the vehicle. Follow these steps to disconnect the negative (-) battery cable: 1. Pull outward on the...

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    Note: the negative (-) battery cable must be connected to the negative (-) post of the battery. Follow these steps to connect the negative (-) battery cable: 1. Connect the negative (-) battery terminal to the negative (-) post of the battery. 2. Push inward on the negative (-) battery cable termina...

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    Towing a disabled vehicle note: this section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. Towing condition wheels off the ground automatic transmission flat tow none not allowed dolly tow rear not allowed front ok flatbed all best method proper towing or lift...

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    Automatic transmission • vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated. • vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground). If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, refer to “gear selector override” in this section for instructions on shifting the tr...

  • Page 150

    Warning! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for lon- ger than 30 seconds continuously wit...

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    Opening and closing the hood to open the hood, two latches must be released to open the hood. 1. Pull the hood release lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. 2. Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the red safety catch lever to the left and raise the hood. The safety catch...

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    Engine compartment — 1.4l turbo 1. Air cleaner filter 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Engine oil fill 4. Brake fluid reservoir maintaining your vehicle 150

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    5. Battery 6. Front distribution unit (fuses) 7. Washer fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir maintaining your vehicle 151.

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    Fluid capacities u.S. Metric fuel (approximate) 13.1 gallons 50 liters engine oil with filter 1.4l turbo engine 4 quarts 3.8 liters cooling system 1.4 liter turbo engine (mopar antifreeze/ engine coolant 10 year/150,000 mile formula). 6.1 quarts 5.8 liters fluids, lubricants, and genuine parts engin...

  • Page 155

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

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    Adding fuel 1. Open the fuel filler door. 2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe seals the system. 3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refueling. Note: only the correct size nozzle opens the latches allowing...

  • Page 157

    Warning! • never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is being filled. • never add fuel when the engine is running. This is in violation of most state and federal fire regulations and may cause the “malfunction indicator light” to turn on. • a ...

  • Page 158

    Your authorized dealer will reset the oil change indicator message after completing the scheduled oil change. If a scheduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer, the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under “instrument cluster display” in “under...

  • Page 159

    Mileage or time passed (whiche ve r comes first) 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 90,000 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 or y ears: 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 or kilomet ers: 32,000 48,000 64,000 80,000 96,000 112,000 128,000 144,000 160,000 176,000 192,000 208...

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

  • Page 161

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

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    Cavity maxi fuse mini fuse description f05 70 amp tan – electric power steering f06 30 amp green – radiator fan - low speed f07 50 amp red – radiator fan - high speed f08 40 amp orange – blower motor f09 – – not used f09 – 5 amp tan transmission (aisin) f10 – 15 amp blue horn f11 – 10 amp red powert...

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    Cavity vehicle fuse number mini fuse description 5 f36 15 amp blue diagnostic socket, vehicle radio, climate control system, tpms, sunroof 6 f90 7.5 amp brown left high beam 7 f91 7.5 amp brown right high beam 8 f92 7.5 amp brown left fog light 9 f93 7.5 amp brown right fog light 10 f42 5 amp tan bs...

  • Page 164

    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 designation. Example: p215/65r15 95h. • european — metric tire sizing is based on european design standar...

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

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    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...

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    Tire loading and tire pressure tire and loading information placard location note: the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver’s side b-pillar or the rear edge of the driver's side door. Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire (if equipped), at least m...

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

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    Loading the vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire's load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressures specified on the tire and loading informati...

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

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

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    Ride comfort and vehicle stability proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride. Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride. Tire inflation pressures the proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver's side b-pillar or rear edge of the driver's side door. At le...

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

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

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

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

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

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    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 bot- tom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (1.6 mm). When t...

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    Replacement tires the tires on your new vehicle provide a balance of many characteristics. They should be inspected regularly for wear and correct cold tire inflation pressures. The manufacturer strongly recommends that you use tires equivalent to the originals in size, quality and per- formance whe...

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

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

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

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    Exterior bulbs bulb number front low and high beam headlamp hir2ll front turn signal lamps wy21w front parking/daytime running lamps w21/5w front side marker lamps led (see authorized dealer) rear tail/stop lamps p21/5w rear tail lamp led (see authorized dealer) rear turn signal lamps p21w rear back...

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

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

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

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    Electronics: • electronic vehicle tracking system (evts) • remote start • mopar web carriers: • removable roof rack • hitch-mount bike carrier • bike receiver • roof-mount cargo carrier • roof-mount cargo basket • roof-mount canoe carrier • roof-mount water sports carriers • roof-mount snowboard/ sk...

  • Page 188

    Frequently asked questions getting started • how do i install a latch-compatible child restraint? Pg. 43 • how do i adjust my rear seat? Pg. 53 electronics • what sound system do i have? Pg. 70 • how do i set the clock on my radio? Pg. 74 • how do i set the presets on my radio? Pg. 76 • how do i use...

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    Adding engine coolant (antifreeze) . . . .153 adding fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . .153 additives, fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 air bag air bag operation . . . . . . . . . . . .27 driver knee air bag . . . . . . . . . . .28 enhanced accid...

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    Vehicle security light . . . . . . . . . .130 clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 clutch fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 compact spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . .173 coolant (antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . .152 cooling system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 adding coolant (a...

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    Information center, vehicle . . . . . . . . .116 instrument panel cover . . . . . . . . . .153 instrument panel lens cleaning . . . . . .153 interior and instrument lights . . . . . . . .5 interior appearance care . . . . . . . . .153 introduction canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 inverter...

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    Pretensioners seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 programmable electronic features . . . . .119 radial ply tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171 radio operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 radio (sound systems) . . . . . . . . . . .76 rear liftgate (sedan) . . . . . . . . . . . .14 rear...

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    Towing disabled vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .146 recreational . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 towing vehicle behind a motorhome . . .124 transmission fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 transporting pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 tread wear in...

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    Notes 192.

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

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    17bf-926-aa fiat ® 500l fourth edition user guide 2 01 7 fiat ® 500l user guide ©2017 fca us llc. All rights reserved. Fiat is a registered trademark of fca group marketing s.P.A., used under license by fca us llc. Whether it’s providing information about specific product features, taking a tour thr...