Fiat 500e (2013) User's Guide

2013 USER GUIDE

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. Chrysler

Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme

caution when using any device or feature that may take their

attention off the road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell

phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other

devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous

and could lead to a serious collision. Texting while driving is also

dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving.

If you nd yourself unable to devote your full attention to

vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop

your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of

cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always

the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.

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with the important features of your vehicle. The DVD enclosed

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Manuals,

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Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside

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Warranty Booklet by calling 1-888-242-6342 (U.S.) or

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Driving and Alcohol: Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of

collisions. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels

far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a

designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.

Driving after drinking can lead to a collision. Your perceptions are less sharp,

your reexes are slower, and your judgment is impaired when you have been

drinking. Never drink and then drive.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM FIAT ..............2

IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION .....4

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT .................6

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .............8

GETTING STARTED

ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES .........10

ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION ........13

CHARGINGTHE HIGHVOLTAGE BATTERY . . 16

STARTING YOUR 500e ..............18

KEYFOB ......................19

THEFT ALARM ..................19

POWER DOOR LOCKS .............20

SEATBELT .....................20

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

-AIRBAGS.....................21

CHILD RESTRAINTS ...............22

FRONTSEATS...................24

REAR SEATS ....................26

TILT STEERING ..................26

HEATEDSEATS ..................27

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

EXTENDING YOUR DRIVING RANGE PER

CHARGE ......................28

TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER . . 29

WIPER/WASHER LEVER .............31

SPEED CONTROL ................32

POWERWINDOWS ...............33

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

(ATC) .......................33

REAR PARK A SSIST ................34

POWER SUNROOF ...............34

WIND BUFFETING ...............35

ELECTRONICS

YOURVEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM .......36

AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND

SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO ...........38

BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE OPERATION ....40

iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL ...........44

ELECTRONICVEHICLE INFORMATION

CENTER (EVIC) ..................45

PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ..........45

TRIP BUTTON ..................46

POWER OUTLET .................47

UTILITY

TRAILER TOWING ................48

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND

MOTORHOME, ETC.) ..............48

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE .......49

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS . 49

TIREFIT KIT ....................52

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE — 12VOLT

BATTERY ......................58

MANUAL PARK RELEASE ............60

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ........61

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE

SYSTEM ......................62

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ...........62

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ........63

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

OPENING THE HOOD .............64

UNDERHOOD COMPARTMENT ........65

FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES ............66

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..........67

FUSES .......................69

TIRE PRESSURES .................71

TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . 72

WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE .......72

EXTERIOR BULBS ................73

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER ............74

ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED . 74

PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ..........74

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN

THEUNITEDSTATES...............75

MOPAR ACCESSORIES

AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® . . 76

INDEX

.....................77

FAQ(HowTo?)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS .......78

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM FIAT

Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT 500e. Be assured that your 500e represents an elegant marriage of technology and Italian styling that is as good for the environment as is fun to drive!

Your new 500e 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.

Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your passengers. Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes from the road or your attention from driving. Never text while driving or take your eyes more than momentarily off the road.

This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This guide may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle . Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available on t his vehicle. Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.

This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the important features of your vehicle. It contains most things you will need to operate and maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.

The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer.The multimedia DVD also includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player.Additional DVD operational information is located on t he back of the DVD sleeve.

For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the infor-

mation contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.

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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)

The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or chargers may affect t he performance of on-board wireless features. If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wireless features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves. If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized studio.

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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION

• Your 500e operates entirely on electricity stored in the high voltage battery. Unlike a con-

ventional vehicle or Hybrid there is no internal combustion engine. Batter y Electric Vehicles have unique operating characteristics that you should become familiar with to ensure you are getting the optimal performance from your vehicle.

High Voltage Battery

• Your vehicle is equipped with a Lithium-ion high voltage battery that is used to power

the electric powertrain systems and the 12 Volt vehicle electrical system.

• The high voltage battery is located under the vehicle.The high voltage battery is mainte-

nance free and designed to last for the life of the vehicle.

Lithium-ion batteries provide the following benefits:

• Lithium-ion batteries are much lighter

than other types of rechargeable batteries of the same size.

• Lithium-ion batteries hold their charge;

they only lose approximately 3% of their charge per month.

• Lithium-ion batteries have no memory,

which means that you do not have to completely discharge them before recharging, as with some other batteries.

• Lithium-ion batteries can be recharged

and discharged thousands of times.

High Voltage Battery Service Disconnect

• The high voltage battery service discon-

nect is located under the rear passenger seat lower cushion. If your vehicle requires service see your authorized studio.

Disposal of the High Voltage Battery

• Your vehicle’s high voltage ba ttery is designed to last the life of your vehicle. See your

authorized studio for information on the disposal of the battery if it should require replacement.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

General Information

The vehicle is also equipped with a Battery Management System that is designed to:

• Ensure safe operation

• Maximize driving range

• Maximize the life expectancy of the high voltage battery

NOTE:

The high voltage battery contains contactors that will open and close during vehicle shut down, start up or when plugging the vehicle in for charging.The contactors will produce a clicking noise that can be heard from within the vehicle. The clicking noise observed is the sound of these contactors as they open and close and is normal operation for your 500e.

WARNING!

Never try to remove the high voltage service disconnect. The high voltage service disconnect is used when your vehicle requires service by a trained technician at an authorized studio. Failure to follow this warning can cause severe burns or electrical shock that may result in serious injury or death.

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT

L. Drivers PowerWindow Switch pg. 33

M. Automatic Temperature Controls pg. 33

N. Speed Control Switches pg. 32

O. BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication

Switches pg. 40

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

P. Hood Release Lever

Q. Power Mirror Switches

E. ESC Off pg. 31

pg. 29

A. Turn Signal Lever (behind steering wheel)

F. Instrument Panel Charge Indicator pg. 16

G. Hazard Button

H. Radio pg. 38

I. Rear Defroster

J. Passenger Power Window Switch pg. 33

K. Single-Speed Transmission Buttons

(EVIC) Display pg. 45

wheel) pg. 31

B. Instrument Cluster

C. ElectronicVehicle Information Center

D. Wiper/Washer Lever (behind steering

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Warning Lights

- Electric Vehicle System Warning Light

- Regenerative Brake System Warning Light

- 12 Volt Battery Charging System Light

- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light

- Air Bag Warning Light

- Seat Belt Reminder Light

- Power Steering System Warning Light

- Service Propulsion System Warning Light

BRAKE

(See page 49 for more information.)

- Brake Warning Light

- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light

Indicators

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

- Turn Signal Indicators

- High Beam Indicator

- Front Fog Light Indicator

- Park/Headlight ON Indicator

- Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator

- Door Ajar Indicator

- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator

- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/Malfunction Indicator

GETTING STARTED

ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES

Auto Park

• The Auto Park features automatically places the transmission into PARK if there is any

indication that the driver may leave the vehicle while the transmission is in D (DRIVE), N (NEUTRAL) or R (REVERSE).

• Auto Park is enabled under the following conditions:

• Key On (12 Volt ON and High Voltage OFF) or READY mode (12 Volt ON and High

Voltage ON).

• Vehicle speed is below 2 mph (3 km/h).

NOTE:

Auto Park is disabled above 2 mph (3 km/h) and transmission range will be maintained.

• The instrument cluster will display an Auto shift to park message and chime once when

Auto Park action occurs.

Mode of operation with key ON

• Auto Park will be engaged when the transmission is in DRIVE, NEUTRAL or REVERSE

and the following conditions are detected:

• Seat Belt is unlatched

• Brake pedal is released

• Driver's door is ajar

Mode of operation with key OFF

• Auto Park will be engaged when the transmission is in DRIVE, NEUTRAL or REVERSE

and the vehicle speed is less than 2 mph (3 km/h).

Audible Pedestrian Warning System

• Your vehicle is equipped with an Audible Pedestrian Warning System.The Audible Pedes-

trian Warning System uses distinct sounds to alert pedestrians that your vehicle is approaching.

• The audible warning system uses an in-car sound synthesizer with a speaker located in

the underhood compartment. The warning system is automatically activated when selecting DRIVE or REVERSE.

• In DRIVE range, the system will remain active until the vehicle reaches a speed of ap-

proximately 22 mph (35.5 km/h). At approximately 22 mph (35.5 km/h) the warning system is deactivated and will automatically be active when the vehicle returns to approximately 20 mph (32 km/h).

Smartphone Features

• With the “FIAT Access” smartphone app, you can monitor the state of charge of the high

voltage battery or initiate charging from your phone.You can also turn on your car’s climate control system remotely.The smartphone app provides the following features:

• Monitor battery charge level

• Display available driving distance

GETTING STARTED

• Check charging status

• Remotely activate vehicle climate control system

• Unlock and lock doors

• Assist with locating your vehicle

• Locate charging stations

• Send a point-of-interest to your vehicle

• Schedule a charge

• View energy consumed

• Notifications for charging and preconditioning events

How do I get the “FIAT Access” smartphone App?

• Visit the 500e registration website:

https://www.uconnectaccess.fiatusa.com/bevsubscribe/basicSubscription.jsp

• Once in the registration website, you will

need to enter your vehicle’s VIN and Connectivity ID.The connectivity ID is found in the vehicle's instrument cluster.To locate the connectivity ID follow the steps below:

1. Press the menu button on the instrument

cluster.

GETTING STARTED

2. Choose “Settings” and scroll down to the “Connectivity ID”.

3. Select “Connectivity ID”.

• After obtaining the connectivity ID and

VIN number return to the vehicle registration website and perform the following:

1. After entering the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), Connectivity ID and your email address, click “submit”.

2. You will now be asked to fill in your contact information and a user name and password.

3. Once finished with registration you will be directed to your 500e owner’s site.

4. From the owner’s site you will be able to download the 500e mobile application and learn how to use your connected features.

5. Use your owner’s site username and password for logging into the mobile application.

NOTE:

Your smartphone must have a valid data connection to use the 500e mobile application.

Need help with registration?

• Please call the 500e Call Center Toll Free number below:

(855) 261-5364

GETTING STARTED

ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION

Level 1 Charging (120V — Requires NEMA 5–15 Outlet)

• Level 1 charging is done by using a conventional 120 Volt AC (Alternating Current)

grounded receptacle along wit h the NEMA 5–15 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) that comes standard with your vehicle. Refer to “Vehicle Charging Cord” for further information.

Level 2 Charging (240V — Requires A 40 Amp Circuit Breaker Or Greater)

• Level 2 charging is accomplished by using

240V permanently mounted EVSEs and is the preferred method for charging your vehicle.

• A Level 2 charging station can be installed

at your residence.

• The Level 2 unit and installation service is

available for purchase at your authorized studio.

Charge Times

Type of Charge Approximate Time

Level 1 (120V/15A)

Level 2 (240V/30A)

The following factors determine how long a battery recharge will take:

• The battery’s current state of charge (percent depleted)

• What recharging device is being used (Level 1 or Level 2)

• Ambient temperatures

Approximately 23 hours to fully recharge * 3 hours will restore 10 miles of range *

Approximately 4 hours to fully recharge * 30 minutes will restore 10 miles of range *

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NOTE:

• Charging times are estimates based on a completely discharged high voltage battery pack.

• Charging times will vary based on the age, condition state of charge and temperature of

the high voltage battery pack.

EVSE Operation And Status Information

Indicator Description

1 — AC Indicator LED

2 — Fault Indicator LED

3 — Charge Level Indicator LED's

Green indicates READY RED Indicates a fault

Green indicates READY RED indicates a fault

All ON indicates system ready and not charging LED's turning on and off in sequence indicates vehicle charging

• When the EVSE is first plugged in it will go through an initialization and self test. For the

first three seconds after plugging in your EVSE all the LED's will remain off.

• After approximately three seconds the EVSE performs an internal self test and Ground

Continuity Test.This process takes approximately six seconds.

• During the internal self test the unit turns on one Charge Level Indicator LED every 1.5

seconds until all the Charge Level Indicator LED's are illuminated.

GETTING STARTED

AC LED

•••ooo

••••oo3.0 sec

• • •••o4.5 sec

• • ••••6.0 sec

• If the self test is successful the AC LED, the Fault Indicator LED and the four Charge

Level LED's will turn solid green.

• The EVSE LED's will be used to indicate the vehicle's connection status if no faults are

found during the self test.

AC LED

••••••

• After the EVSE is connected to the vehicle's charge inlet the EVSE will continue to illumi-

nate all LED's green.

• Once the vehicle begins charging the EVSE Charge level LED's will illuminate in order

from left to right, then shut off.This pattern will repeat as long as the EVSE remains connected to AC power and the battery is charging.

• The LED's are illuminated and turn off at the rate of one change per second.

AC LED

•••ooo

••••oo2.0 sec

• • •••o3.0 sec

• • ••••4.0 sec

Fault Indicator

LED

Fault Indicator

LED

Fault Indicator

LED

Charge Level Indicator LED's Time

1.5 sec

Charge Level Indicator LED's

Charge Level Indicator LED's Time

1.0 sec

NOTE:

Refer to the Level 1 User Manual for any additional information on its use or operation.

CAUTION!

Do not bend or damage the Level 1 EVSE terminals as this could cause the EVSE to become inoperative and/or illuminate the fault LED.

GETTING STARTED

CHARGING THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY

• Put the vehicle in PARK.

• Turn the ignition to the OFF position.

• Remove the Level 1 EVSE from its storage bin by lifting the rear cargo cover.

• Uncoil the entire length of the EVSE

(charge cord).

• Plug the EVSE into a standard 120V AC

outlet that is properly grounded. It is recommended that the EVSE is connected to an AC outlet on a circuit which is not electrically loaded by other devices. Extension cords may not be used.

NOTE:

All of the EVSE LED’s illuminate green.

• Open the charge receptacle door.

NOTE:

The charge receptacle door is locked whenever the vehicle is locked. Unlock the doors to unlock the charge receptacle door for charging.

• Plug the EVSE into the charge receptacle.

Push the EVSE in firmly until it is completely engaged (of not completely engaged the vehicle may not charge).

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NOTE:

• The vehicle will initiate the charging cycle automatically when all the conditions are

satisfied.

• The vehicle charge indicator will show the pattern for charging.

• When charging is complete, or the vehicle

needs to be unplugged, remove the EVSE by pushing the button on the connector and pull firmly to remove it from the vehicle’s charge receptacle.

• Close the charge receptacle door.

NOTE:

• In the event of an error in the charging

process the AC power to the vehicle will stop and a red indicator will illuminate on the EVSE.

• Keep t he door for the charge recep-

tacle closed when not in use.

Instrument Panel Visual Indicator

• In addition to the instrument cluster the

vehicle is also equipped with a visual charge indicator. The indicator is made up of five lights that are mounted to the center of the instrument panel.

• The charge indicator represents the cur-

rent state of charge for the high voltage battery.The charge indicator lights quickly identify the battery state of charge while the vehicle is being charged. Each light represents an incremental 20% level of charge. Solid and blinking lights indicate charge status similar to a mobile device.

NOTE:

In the event of an error in the charging process the outer two lights will blink.

GETTING STARTED

Number Of Indicator Lights Illuminated Percent Of Battery Charge

1 Light 0 – 20% 2 Lights 21 – 40% 3 Lights 41 – 60% 4 Lights 61 – 80% 5 Lights 81 – 100%

STARTING YOUR 500e

• Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and

fasten your seat belts.

WARNING!

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of rea-

sons.A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil-

dren), and do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

NOTE:

You must press the brake pedal before selecting a transmission gear.

• The transmission must be in the PARK or

NEUTRAL position before you can start the vehicle.Apply the brakes before placing the transmission into any position.

• Turn the key to the START position while

your vehicle is in PARK.When the ignition key is turned to the START position, the “READY” indicator in the EVIC will illuminate to indicate the 500e's Electric Drive System has started. When the “READY” indicator is illuminated your 500e is ready to be driven.

• If the “READY” indicator fails to illuminate

after you have followed the normal starting procedure contact your authorized studio.

GETTING STARTED

KEY FOB

Locking and Unlocking the Doors and Liftgate

• Press the LOCK button once to lock all

the doors and the liftgate.

• Press the UNLOCK button once to un-

lock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.

• All doors can be programmed to unlock on the first press of the UNLOCK button. Refer

to Programmable Features in this guide.

Opening the Liftgate

• Press the LIFTGATE button for approximately two seconds to unlock the liftgate.

• To open the liftgate, press the liftgate release handle located on the underside of the

license plate bar and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.

WARNING!

Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be severely injured or killed. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal, or the shift lever. Do not leave the Key Fob in the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children.A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

THEFT ALARM

To Arm:

• Press the Key Fob LOCK button.

To Disarm:

• Press the Key Fob UNLOCK button or turn the ignition to the ON/RUN position.

GETTING STARTED

POWER DOOR LOCKS

• The vehicles power door locks are activated by moving the inside door handles.

NOTE:

The vehicle’s door must be closed to initiate this feature.

• Push or pull the door handle to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate when the doors are

closed.

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.The retractor will withdraw any slack in the belt.

• A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision.You

are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt.The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together.

• A belt that is too loose will not protect you properly. In a sudden stop you could move

too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury.Wear your seat belt snugly.

• A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. In-

spect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.).

• The seat belts for both front seating positions are equipped with pretensioning devices

that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision.

• A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately.

WARNING!

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

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.Advanced Front Air Bags are not expected to reduce the risk of injury in rear,side, or rollover collisions.

• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains to protect the

driver, front and rear passengers sitting next to a window.

• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags to provide en-

hanced protection to help protect an occupant during a side impact.

• This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag to provide en-

hanced protection and work together with the Driver Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.

• If the Air Bag Warning Light

driving, have the vehicle serviced by an authorized service center immediately.

• Refer to the Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details regarding the Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS).

is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while

WARNING!

• Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision.The air

bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, the air bags won't deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.

• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air

Bag deployment could cause serious injury, including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel.

• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains and Supplemental Sea t-Mounted Side

Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean ag ainst the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat.

• Being too close to the Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain and/or Seat-

Mounted Side Air Bag during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.

• Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in

another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.

• After any collision, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized studio immediately.

GETTING STARTED

CHILD RESTRAINTS

• Children 12 years and under 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.

Installing The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System

• Your vehicle's second row passenger seats are equipped with the child restraint anchor-

age system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren. LATCH child restraint anchorage systems are installed in both rear seating positions.

• NEVER install compatible child seats so that two seats share a common lower anchorage.

• Loosen the child seat adjusters on the

lower straps and tether straps so that you can attach the hook or connector to the anchors.

• Attach the lower hooks or connectors

over the top of the anchorage bars, pushing aside the seat cover material.The rear seat lower anchorages are round bars, located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback.The rear seat lower anchors can be readily identified by the symbol seatback directly above the anchorages and are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint.

• The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint and attached

to the tether anchor on the rear of the seatback.

• Tighten all three straps as you push the

child restraint rearward and downward into the seat.

located on the

GETTING STARTED

Installing the Child Restraint Using the Vehicle Seat Belts

• To install a child restraint, first pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to

route it through t he belt path of the child restraint, and then slide the latch plate into the buckle.

• Next, extract all the seat belt webbing out of the retractor and then allow the belt to

retract into the retractor. Finally, pull on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint.Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.

• Once you have completed securing the child restraint with the seat belt, secure the top

tether strap.The tether strap should be routed under the center of the head restraint.

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.

• Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure

of an infant or child restraint.The child could be severely injured or killed. Follow the manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and pos-

sible injury to the child. Use only the anchor positions directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.

• Rearward-facing child seats must never be used in the front seat of a vehicle with a

front passenger air bag.An air bag deployment could cause severe injury or death to infants in this position.

• 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.

GETTING STARTED

FRONT SEATS

Manual Seat Adjustment

Forward/Rearward

• Lift up on the adjusting handle, located at

the front of the seat near the floor, and release at the desired position.Then, using body pressure, move forward and backward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.

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.

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Fiat 500e (2013) User's Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM FIAT

USE OF AFTERMARKET PRODUCTS (ELECTRONICS)

IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

Warning Lights

Indicators

GETTING STARTED

ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES

Auto Park

Audible Pedestrian Warning System

Smartphone Features

ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION

Level 1 Charging (120V — Requires NEMA 5–15 Outlet)

Level 2 Charging (240V — Requires A 40 Amp Circuit Breaker Or Greater)

Charge Times

EVSE Operation And Status Information

CHARGING THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY

STARTING YOUR 500e

KEY FOB

Locking and Unlocking the Doors and Liftgate

Opening the Liftgate

THEFT ALARM

To Arm:

To Disarm:

POWER DOOR LOCKS

SEAT BELT

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) - AIR BAGS

CHILD RESTRAINTS

Installing The LATCH Compatible Child Restraint System

Installing the Child Restraint Using the Vehicle Seat Belts

FRONT SEATS

Manual Seat Adjustment