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This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new FIAT and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. ® or 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UTILITY WELCOME FROM FIAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) . . . .49 RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) . . . . . . . . .49 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 GETTING STARTED KEY FOB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 SECURITY ALARM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 POWER DOOR LOCKS . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FIAT Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new FIAT vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive driving. They can never take the driver's place. Always drive carefully.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME 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. WARNING! • Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious personal injury. • Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 22 2. Instrument Cluster pg. 6 3. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display 4. Wiper/Washer Lever pg. 24 5. Audio System pg. 36 6. Defroster 7.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 8. Climate Controls pg. 28 9. Power Windows pg. 27 10. Shifter 11. Speed Control pg. 25 12. BLUE & ME™ Hands-Free Communication pg. 40 13. Power Mirror Switch 14. Hood Release pg.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Speedometer 2. Fuel Gauge 3.
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4. Tachometer 5. Temperature Gauge Indicators - Turn Signal Indicators - Door Ajar Indicator - High Beam Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator - Front Fog Light Indicator - Park/Headlight ON Indicator - Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator - Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator (See page 50 for more information.
GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking And Unlocking The Doors And Liftgate • Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. • Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate. • All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button. Refer to Programmable Features in this guide.
GETTING STARTED WARNING! Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you: • Before operating the power top, make sure that no moving parts of the convertible top can injure a person or animal. • Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near the convertible top components, the upper windshield area, the shelf area behind the rear seats, or the convertible top stowage area while raising or lowering the convertible top.
GETTING STARTED SECURITY ALARM To Arm: • Press the Key Fob LOCK button. To Disarm The System: • Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or cycle the ignition to the ON/START position. • The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one of the previously described arming sequences has occurred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of whether you are in the vehicle or not.
GETTING STARTED SEAT BELT • Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. • Position the lap belt across your thighs, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap portion, pull up a bit 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. • Position the shoulder belt on your chest so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck.
GETTING STARTED SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) - AIR BAGS • This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and right front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision. • Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to provide additional protection by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on several factors, including the severity and type of collision.
GETTING STARTED CHILD RESTRAINTS • Children 12 years or younger should ride properly buckled up in a rear seat, if available. According to crash statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats rather than in the front. • Every state in the United States and all Canadian provinces require that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it. NOTE: • For additional information, refer to www.seatcheck.
GETTING STARTED • In addition, there are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. 1 — Tether Anchors WARNING! This vehicle does not have a center seating position. Do not use the center lower LATCH anchorages to install a child seat in the center of the back seat. Installing The Child Restraint Using The LATCH Lower Anchors NOTE: Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints. 1.
GETTING STARTED Installing The Child Restraint Using The Vehicle Seat Belts • The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child restraint. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
GETTING STARTED WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, 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 severely injured or killed. Any child riding in your vehicle should be in a proper restraint for the child's size.
GETTING STARTED Recliner • To recline the seatback, lift up the recline lever, located on the inboard side of the seat, lean back until the desired position has been reached, and release the lever. Seat Height • Both front seat heights can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pump the lever upward to raise the seat height, or pump the lever downward to lower the seat height.
GETTING STARTED EZ Entry Seats • Pull forward on the lever, located on the side of the seatback, to dump the seatback forward and slide the seat forward. This allows for easier access to the rear seat. • Both front seats have a memory feature. After using the EZ Entry function, the seat back and adjuster will re-lock into the original position at which the seat was previously adjusted to. WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
GETTING STARTED REAR SEATS Folding Rear Seatback • To fold each rear seatback, push down on the button located on the upper outboard side of the seat and fold the seatback flat. NOTE: Be sure that the front seats are fully upright and positioned forward. This will allow the rear seatback to fold down easily. TILT STEERING • The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column.
GETTING STARTED HEATED SEATS Front Heated Seats • The controls for the front heated seats are located on the center instrument panel area. • Press the switch once to turn on the heated seat. Press the switch a second time to turn off the heated seat. WARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE 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 cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times to indicate a lane change and automatically turn off. Headlights/Parking Lights • The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN position for the headlights to operate. • Rotate the end of the lever to the first detent for parking lights and headlight operation. High Beams • Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Headlight Delay (Follow Me Home) • Within two minutes of the ignition switch being turned to the OFF/LOCK position or the ignition key being removed from the ignition, pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel. • Each movement of the lever toward the steering wheel will increase the illumination period by 30 seconds, up to a maximum of 210 seconds. • To deactivate, pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIPER/WASHER LEVER Front Wipers Intermittent, Low And High Operation • Move the lever downward to the first detent for intermittent wiper operation, the second detent for low wiper operation and to the third detent for high wiper operation. Mist • Move the lever upward and release when a single wipe is desired. NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL • The Speed Control switches are located on the steering wheel. Cruise ON/OFF • Push the ON/OFF button to activate the Speed Control. • CRUISE READY will appear on the instrument cluster to indicate the Speed Control is on. • Push the ON/OFF button a second time to turn the system off. • Speed Control will be disabled if the front tires lose traction. To restore, press the Cruise ON/OFF button.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE To Decrease Speed • When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by pushing the SET - button. • The speed decrement shown is dependant on the speed of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h) units: U.S. Speed (mph) • Pressing the SET - button once will result in a 1 mph decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 mph.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER WINDOWS • Power windows can be operated with the ignition in the ON/RUN position for two minutes after the key has been removed before any door is opened. • The controls for the power windows are located on either side of the gear lever. • Both windows have an Auto Down feature. Push the switch down for approximately one second and release to fully lower the window. • Pull the switch upward to close the window.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the recirculation off. • Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes. • – Air intake from outside • – Internal air recirculation Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Operation 1. Push the AUTO button. 2. Select the desired temperature by pushing the temperature control buttons. • The system will maintain the set temperature automatically. Air Recirculation • Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation. • For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off. Heated Mirrors • The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPORT MODE • The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine response. Changes to the transmission shift schedules for more aggressive shifting will occur on automatic transmission versions. • Sport driving mode is useful while driving on winding roads where more steering precision is desired. • Press the SPORT button, located above the climate controls, to activate the Sport mode.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF • The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. To Open • Press and hold the POWER SUNROOF switch rearward for approximately two seconds 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.” During Express Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not let children play with the sunroof, or leave children unattended in the vehicle, and do not leave the key in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible to children). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death. • In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Raising The Power Top Auto Close From the convertible top fully open position, push the top close button for approximately one second for the three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top close button for approximately one second a second time for the one-quarter open position. Push and hold close button to fully close convertible top. Manual Close For manual close, push and hold the close button until desired position until one-quarter open position.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure If your power convertible top does not operate in the Auto Opening/Closing mode (automatically opening/closing to the one-quarter open and three-quarter open comfort stops), or if the remote keyless power top function is inoperable, or if the trunk lid does not open - the following relearn procedure may be necessary. 1. Confirm that the door/trunk lid are closed. 2. Begin with the top in the fully closed position (using manual mode). 3.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffeting occurs with the windows down, or top down (convertible models), adjust one or both side windows up or down slightly.
ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. BLUE&ME™ Handsfree Communication pg. 40 2. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 42 3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 42 4.
ELECTRONICS 5. AM/FM Radio With CD Player And SiriusXM Satellite Radio 38 6. CD Eject Button 7. USB Port (Located inside glove compartment) pg. 45 8. Audio Jack (Located inside glove compartment) pg.
ELECTRONICS AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO Seek Up/Down Buttons • Press the Right or Left arrows to seek through radio stations in AM or FM bands or seek through tracks in a CD. • Hold either button to bypass stations or CD tracks without stopping. Tune Up/Down Buttons • Press the Up or Down arrows to manually search through radio stations in AM or FM bands. Use these buttons to Fast Forward or Fast Rewind through a CD track.
ELECTRONICS Tuner • Press the TUNER button to select between AM, FM, SAT (SiriusXM Satellite Radio) modes. Info • Press the INFO button to view Song, Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist, Folder information (if available) in CD, Media Player and SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if so equipped). Also use the Info button to toggle RDS information in FM. Menu • Press the MENU button and one of the following options will appear on the Radio display.
ELECTRONICS BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE OPERATION • FIAT’s Windows Mobile™ based BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication is a personal telematics system that incorporates communication and entertainment applications that are specifically designed for use in your car. • The BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication package installed in your car is equipped with integral hands-free functionality, message reader, and media player. BLUE&ME™ is designed to support the future installation of additional services.
ELECTRONICS Button Short press function (less than One second) Long press function (more than One second) PHONE/MENU Launch BLUE&ME™ Main Menu Dial the number displayed on the display that was accessed haptically from the phonebook or the recent calls list Accept an incoming phone call Switch between two ongoing phone conversations (call waiting) Dial the name/number on the display that was selected/entered by voice recognition Cancel voice recognition Cancel a voice announcement Interrupt message readi
ELECTRONICS Button Short press function (less than One second) Long press function (more than One second) PRESET UP/OK (center button on left side back of steering wheel) Confirm manually selected menu option Switch phone conversation from the hands-free phone to your mobile phone and vice versa Select displayed message Scroll BLUE&ME™ menu items Scroll through media player tracks Seek up or down through radio stations Scroll inbox messages – SCAN UP/SCAN DOWN (upper and lower buttons on left side bac
ELECTRONICS • On your mobile phone, search for devices equipped with Bluetooth® wireless technology (the setting on your mobile phone might be called Discover or New Device). In this list you will find BLUE&ME™ (name identifying the BLUE&ME™ system on your car): select it. • When prompted by the mobile phone, enter the PIN number shown on the instrument panel display using your mobile phone keypad.
ELECTRONICS number, say “Forward” or “Backward” to navigate to the phone number you’d like to call. To call the displayed phone number, pronounce “Call.” You can also scroll through the phone number list manually by pressing the buttons on the back of the steering wheel until you find the required number. Then, press PRESET UP/OK button on the rear of the steering wheel to start the call. 4. To end the phone call, press the PHONE HANG UP button on the steering wheel.
ELECTRONICS iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL • The USB port located within the glove compartment, allows you to plug an iPod® or USB device into the vehicle's sound system. • To hear audio from devices connected to this port press the MEDIA button on the radio faceplate. • When connected to this feature: • The iPod® or USB device audio can be played on the vehicle’s sound system. • The iPod® can be controlled using the radio buttons to Play, Browse, and List the iPod® or external devices contents.
ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) • The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pressing the controls on the right side of the Instrument Cluster allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. For additional information, refer to Programmable Features in this guide. • Press the MENU button to enter the menu mode. or DOWN but• Press the UP tons to scroll through the menu settings.
ELECTRONICS TRIP BUTTON • The Trip button is located on the end of the wiper lever to the right of the steering column. The trip button can be used to display and reset the following functions: • Range • Distance Travelled • Average Consumption • Instant Consumption • Average Speed • Travel Time • Short press (less than 1 second) to display different functions. • Long press (more than 1 second) to reset and start a new trip.
ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET • There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet, located in the floor console, for added convenience. This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices. NOTE: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced. • Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.
UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) • Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • If your FIAT 500 requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service, lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty, dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. See your Warranty booklet for further details. • Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number. • Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. - Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light • This light informs you of a problem with the system. • If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle the ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position; the light should turn off.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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. • ESC Activation/Malfunction Light can blink during a ESC or TC intervention.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Charging System Light • This light shows the status of the electrical charging system. If the charging system light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system. • We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the vehicle serviced immediately. - Oil Pressure Warning Light • This light indicates low engine oil pressure.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS • In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action. • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, shift transmission into NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed. NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an overheat condition: • If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING Jack Location • Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary spare tire. The jack and jack-handle are stowed in a bag under the front driver’s seat. Spare Tire Removal • The spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the cargo area. 1. Remove the winch access plug located in the center of the rear cargo area. 2. Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 4. When the spare is clear from the vehicle, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. 2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flashers. 3. Set the parking brake. 4. Place the shift lever in PARK (automatic transmission) or REVERSE (manual transmission). 5. Turn Off the ignition. 6.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jacking Instructions NOTE: Refer to the “Compact Spare Tire” section of the “Tires-General Information” under “Starting And Operating” for information about the spare tire, its use, and operation. 1. Remove the scissors jack and tool bag from under the driver's seat. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Turn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. 4. Using the swivel wrench, raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough clearance is obtained to install the spare tire.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 extension tube only. Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can damage the winch.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. • Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on a jack.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIREFIT KIT • Your vehicle may be equipped with a TIREFIT Kit. • Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. TIREFIT can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C). • This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to drive your vehicle up to 100 miles (160 km) with a maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Using The Power Button • Push and release the Power Button (4) once to turn On the TIREFIT kit. Push and release the Power Button (4) again to turn Off the TIREFIT kit. Using The Deflation Button • Press the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes over-inflated.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (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 and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the valve stem. 5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 Volt power outlet. 6.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immediately after the Sealant Bottle (1) is empty. Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on the tire pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the tire pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3). If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 kPa) pressure within 15 minutes: • The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle. 4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an authorized dealer or tire service center. 5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 circumstances: • If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4 in. (6 mm) or larger. • If the tire has any sidewall damage. • If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 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 carefully. NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery. 4. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle. • If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, you should have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Remove the shift lever override access cover located on the right side of the shift lever housing. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position without starting the engine. 4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Without The Ignition Key • Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the OFF/ LOCK position. A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are raised. Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. • Battery power is required to release the brake/transmission interlock system (automatic transmission only).
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES System Reset Procedure • After an impact causing air bag deployment, the left and right turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel cluster, will both be blinking until the ignition is turned off. • In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you must follow the system reset procedure. 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.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE. Using minimal accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is most effective.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) • This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD 1. Pull the release lever located below the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. 2. Raise the hood and locate the safety latch in the middle of the hood opening. 3. Move the safety latch while lifting the hood at the same time. 4. Insert the support rod that clips to the right side (left side when standing in front of the hood) of the engine compartment, into the slot on the hood. 5.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Capacities Engine Coolant 1.4L/1.4L Turbo Engine with Manual Transmission We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology). We recommend you use MOPAR® Antifreeze/Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula OAT (Organic Additive Technology).
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Spark Plugs - 1.4L Engine We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.031 in [.80 mm]) We recommend you use MOPAR® Spark Plugs (Gap 0.026 in [.65 mm]) We recommend you use Berulub FR 43. Spark Plugs - 1.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 means that service is required for your vehicle.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Required Maintenance Intervals. Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance intervals. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: • Change oil and filter. • Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on. • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required. • Inspect brake pads, rotors, and hoses.
X X Inspect the brake linings. Replace as necessary. Inspect parking brake function. Adjust as necessary. X Clean and lube sun roof tracks. Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first. Replace spark plugs (1.4L Turbo Engine). ** Replace spark plugs (1.4L Engine). ** X Replace cabin air filter. Replace engine air filter. Additional Maintenance X Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends and boot seals, and replace if necessary.
96,000 80,000 64,000 48,000 20,000 32,000 Or Kilometers: 70,000 60,000 50,000 40,000 30,000 90,000 80,000 • You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 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 2 F32 5 Amp Tan 3 4 F53 F38 5 Amp Tan 20 Amp Yellow 5 F36 10 Amp Red 6 7 8 9 F43 F48 F13 F50 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 7.5 Amp Brown 7.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Cavity Maxi Fuse F04 F05 F06 F06 F07 F08 F09 F10 F11 40 Amp Orange 70 Amp Tan 20 Amp Yellow 30 Amp Green 40 Amp Orange 30 Amp Green Mini Fuse 10 Amp Red 10 Amp Red 15 Amp Blue F11 10 Amp Red F14 F15 F16 5 Amp Tan 15 Amp Blue 7.5 Amp Brown F17 25 Amp White F17 F18 15 Amp Blue 15 Amp Blue F18 5 Amp Tan F19 F20 F21 F22 F23 F24 F30 F82 F83 F84 7.5 Amp Brown 15 Amp Blue 15 Amp Blue 20 Amp Yellow 20 Amp Yellow 7.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, including the spare tire, at least monthly and inflate to the recommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information” label located on the driver’s side door opening. NOTE: Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for more information regarding tire warnings and instructions. WARNING! • Overloading of your tires is dangerous.
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE • All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. • To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use a wheel cleaner or equivalent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner. 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.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone: 1–800–423–6343 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 difficulties, the manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer center.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES • If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. • If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® • The following highlights just some of the many Authentic FIAT Accessories by MOPAR® featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your FIAT 500. • In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, premium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 13 • How do I fold down my rear seat? pg. 19 ELECTRONICS • What Sound System do I have? pg. 36 • How do I set the clock on my radio? pg. 38 • How do I set the presets on my radio? pg. 39 • How do I connect my portable media player/iPod/MP3? pg. 45 • How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth® with the BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication System? pg.
INDEX Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Airbag Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alarm (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . Automatic Oil Change Indicator. . . . Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) Automatic Transmission Fluid Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 .78 .21 .87 .87 . . . . . . . . . .80 .80 .56 .54 .13 .14 .28 .29 .
INDEX Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Light Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Lights Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . . .52 Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Locks Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Liftgate, Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren (LATCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Maintenance Schedule . . . Maintenance Schedules . . Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . . . Manual Transmission . . . .
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This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly acquainted with your new FIAT and to provide a convenient reference source for common questions. However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. ® or 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.
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