Fiat ABARTH 500 2017, ABARTH 500 CABRIO 2017 User Manual

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USER

GUIDE

FIAT® 500 ABARTH

and ABARTH CABRIO

If you are the rst registered retail owner of

your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary

printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation/

Uconnect

Manuals or Warranty Booklet by calling

1 888 242-6342 (U.S.) or 1 800 387-1143 (Canada)

or by contacting your dealer.

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an accident and personal injury. FCA US 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 accident. 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.

IMPORTANT: This User Guide is intended to familiarize you with the

important features of your vehicle. Your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Uconnect Manuals and Warranty Booklets can be found on your DVD (if applicable) or by visiting the website on the back cover of your User Guide. We hope you

nd it useful. U.S. residents can purchase replacement kits by visiting

www.techauthority.com and Canadian residents can purchase replacement kits by calling 1 800 387-1143.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

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

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT ................4

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ............6

GETTING STARTED

KEYFOB .....................8

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM .......... 9

POWER DOOR LOCKS ............10

POWER WINDOWS ..............11

LIFTGATE ....................12

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....12

HEAD RESTRAINTS ..............46

FRONT SEATS .................48

REAR SEATS ..................50

TILT STEERING COLUMN ...........51

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

LIGHTS ..................... 52

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS . . 54

SPEED CONTROL ...............56

POWER WINDOWS ...............59

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS .......60

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE

CONTROLS (ATC) ................61

SPORT MODE ..................62

MANUAL TRANSMISSION ..........62

AUTOSTICK — AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION .................63

POWER SUNROOF ............... 64

POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP .........66

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER ...........69

..52

ELECTRONICS

YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM .... 70

CYBERSECURITY ................72

UCONNECT 5.0 .................73

USB/AUX CONTROL ..............77

UCONNECT 5.0 VOICE RECOGNITION

QUICK TIPS ...................78

UCONNECT PHONE ..............85

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS . . 94

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY .....94

PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ........ 95

TRIP BUTTON ..................96

POWER OUTLET ................97

UTILITY

TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) . . 98

RECREATIONAL TOWING

(BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) .......98

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ...........99

WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS ....99

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ...... 106

TIRE SERVICE KIT ...............106

JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE ......113

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ......116

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ........ 118

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE

SYSTEM (EARS) ................119

EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ...... 119

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .... 120

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L .....122

FLUID CAPACITIES ..............124

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE

PARTS .....................124

ADDING FUEL .................126

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .......127

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........ 127

FUSES .....................132

TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ........134

TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ....141

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .....151

REPLACEMENT BULBS ...........153

CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER ......... 154

FIAT CANADA CUSTOMER CENTER . . . 154 ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING

IMPAIRED ...................154

PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ........154

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE

UNITED STATES ................155

MOPAR® ACCESSORIES

AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR

. . 156

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ....158

INDEX

....................159

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM FIAT

Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality.

Your new FIAT vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions. These are to assist the driver 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 this vehicle. FCA US 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 the back of the DVD sleeve.

For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals.

We are committed to protecting our environment and natural resources. By converting from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your vehicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the stress on our environment.

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

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 serious personal injury.

• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the vehicle is moving. Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.

• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of the vehicle.

•

• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.

• Never use the “PARK” position as a substitute for the parking brake. Always apply the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and possible injury or damage.

• Refer to your Owner's Manual for further details.

Use Of Aftermarket Products (Electronics)

The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or chargers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Remote Start range. 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 dealer.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about your satisfaction.

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT

1. Multifunction Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 52

2. Uconnect 5.0 Voice Recognition Controls pg. 78

3. Instrument Cluster pg. 6

4. Instrument Cluster Display Controls pg. 94

5. Speed Control pg. 56

6. Wiper/Washer Lever pg. 54

7. Audio System pg. 70

8. Glove Compartment

9. Defroster

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

10. Hazard Switch

11. Sport Mode Selector

12. Climate Control pg. 60

13. Power Windows pg. 59

14. Gear Selector

15. Hood Release pg. 120

16. Liftgate Release Button

17. Power Mirror Switch

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

1. Tachometer

2. Temperature Gauge

3. Instrument Cluster Display

(See page 99 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights)

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

4. Fuel Gauge

5. Fuel Economy Gauge

6. Warning Lights

(See page 104 for Instrument Cluster Warning Indicators.)

GETTING STARTED

KEY FOB

Locking and Unlocking the Doors and Liftgate

Push the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate.

Push the UNLOCK button once to 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 push of the UNLOCK button. Refer to “Programmable Features” in this guide.

Open Power Top Remote Function

The remote keyless power top function can only be used with the engine off.

NOTE:

The remote control can be used to open the power top to the spoiler position.

Open Power Top Remote Function:

Push and hold the unlock button down on the key fob for a minimum of three seconds to initiate Power Top Open. The roof will stop opening whenever the unlock button on the key fob is released, or when it reaches the spoiler position.

NOTE:

If your power convertible top does not open with the remote, please refer to the "Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure” in “Operating Your Vehicle” in this guide for additional information.

1 — Liftgate 2 — Unlock/Open Power Top — If Equipped 3 — Key Release 4 — Lock

Key Fob

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.

• When using the power top button on key fob, if potential danger exists while lowering the top, release the button immediately to interrupt the operation.

Opening The Liftgate

To open the liftgate, push 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 transmission gear selector. 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.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM

The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized operation. If something triggers the alarm, the vehicle security alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light in the instrument cluster will flash.

To Arm The System

Push the key fob lock button.

To Disarm The System

Push the key fob unlock button or cycle the ignition to the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position.

GETTING STARTED

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. If you remain in the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.

If the vehicle security alarm is armed and the battery becomes disconnected, the vehicle security alarm will remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The exterior lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this occurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.

POWER DOOR LOCKS

A power door lock switch is incorporated into the driver door handle. Push or pull the handle to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. If the driver’s door handle is pushed, a red lock indicator will show on the driver’s door handle (indicating locked). When the door is closed, the door will lock.

NOTE:

To prevent the key from being locked in the vehicle, the doors will automatically unlock if the driver's door handle is pushed when the key is in the ignition.

Auto Door Locks

When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).

NOTE:

Use the Automatic Door Locks feature in accordance with local laws.

Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owner’s Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for further information.

Driver’s Power Door Lock Handle

1 — Lock Indicator 2 — Door Handle

GETTING STARTED

POWER WINDOWS

Power Window Switches

There are single window controls located on the shifter bezel, below the climate controls, which operate the driver and passenger door windows. The window controls will operate when the ignition switch is in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position.

WARNING!

Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do not let children play with power windows. Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.

Auto-Down

The driver's door window switch has an Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch for approximately one second, release, and the window will go down automatically. To cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch.

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window.

Power Window Switch

GETTING STARTED

LIFTGATE

To unlock the liftgate, use the Remote Keyless Entry key fob or activate the power door lock switches located on the front door handles.

To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.

Gas props support the liftgate in the open position. However, because the gas pressure drops with temperature, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather.

Liftgate Handle

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 standard equipment on some models, or may be optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your authorized dealer.

Important Safety Precautions

Please pay close attention to the information in this section. It tells you how to use your restraint system properly, to keep you and your passengers as safe as possible.

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag:

1. Children 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat.

GETTING STARTED

If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear-facing child restraint) must ride in the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and use the proper child restraint (refer to “Child Restraints” in this section for further information).

3. Children that are not big enough to wear the vehicle seat belt properly (refer to “Child Restraints” in this section for further information) should be secured in a vehicle with a rear seat in child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older children who do not use child restraints or belt-positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat.

4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.

5. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it properly.

6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly.

7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the front air bags room to inflate.

8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space between occupants and the door and occupants could be injured.

9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, refer to the “Consumer Assistance” section for customer service contact information.

WARNING!

• Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

Seat Belt Systems

Buckle up even though you are an excellent driver, even on short trips. Someone on the road may be a poor driver and could cause a collision that includes you. This can happen far away from home or on your own street.

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and they can reduce the seriousness of injuries in a collision. Some of the worst injuries happen when people are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts reduce the possibility of ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times.

GETTING STARTED

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)

Driver And Passenger BeltAlert (If Equipped)

BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) to buckle their seat belts. The Belt Alert feature is active whenever the ignition switch is in the AVV/START or MAR/ON/RUN position.

Initial Indication

If the driver is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in the AVV/START or MAR/ ON/RUN position, a chime will signal for a few seconds. If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled when the ignition switch is first in the AVV/START or MAR/ON/RUN position the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until both outboard front seat belts are buckled. The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when an outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied.

BeltAlert Warning Sequence

The BeltAlert warning sequence is activated when the vehicle is moving above a specified vehicle 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 BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied). The BeltAlert warning sequence starts by blinking the Seat Belt Reminder Light and sounding an intermittent chime. Once the BeltAlert warning sequence has completed, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will remain on until the seat belts are buckled. The BeltAlert warning sequence may repeat based on vehicle speed until the driver and occupied outboard front seat passenger seat belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all occupants to buckle their seat belts.

Change Of Status

If the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) unbuckles their seat belt while the vehicle is traveling, the BeltAlert warning sequence will begin until the seat belts are buckled again.

The outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert is not active when the outboard front passenger seat is unoccupied. BeltAlert may be triggered when an animal or other items are placed on the outboard front passenger seat or when the seat is folded flat (if equipped). It is recommended that pets be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped) in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts, and cargo is properly stowed.

BeltAlert can be activated or deactivated by your authorized dealer. FCA US LLC does not recommend deactivating BeltAlert.

GETTING STARTED

NOTE:

If BeltAlert has been deactivated and the driver or outboard front seat passenger (if equipped with outboard front passenger seat BeltAlert) is unbuckled the Seat Belt Reminder Light will turn on and remain on until the driver and outboard front seat passenger seat belts are buckled.

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 collision the seat belt will lock and reduce your risk of striking the inside of the vehicle or being thrown out of the vehicle.

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 belt even though you have air bags.

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

• It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.

• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly. Occupants, including the driver, should always wear their seat belts whether or not an air bag is also provided at their seating position to minimize the risk of severe injury or death in the event of a crash.

• Wearing your seat belt incorrectly could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of the seat belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too.

• Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in a collision, hurting one another badly. Never use a lap/shoulder belt or a lap belt for more than one person, no matter what their size.

GETTING STARTED

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. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug.

• A twisted seat belt may not protect you properly. In a collision, it could even cut into you. Be sure the seat belt is flat against your body, without twists. If you can’t straighten a seat belt in your vehicle, take it to your authorized dealer immediately and have it fixed.

• A seat belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing internal injuries. Always buckle your seat belt into the buckle nearest you.

• A seat 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 seat belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A seat belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the seat belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in a collision.

• 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 frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the seat belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the seat belt system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision.

GETTING STARTED

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 seat belt. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as necessary to allow the seat belt to go around your lap.

Pulling Out The Latch Plate

3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”

Inserting Latch Plate Into Buckle

GETTING STARTED

4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. To remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. To loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug seat belt reduces the risk of sliding under the seat belt in a collision.

5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfortable and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt.

6. To release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract to its stowed position. If necessary, slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully.

Positioning The Lap Belt

Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure

Use the following procedure to untwist a twisted lap/shoulder belt.

1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point.

2. At about 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the seat belt webbing 180 degrees to create a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.

3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate.

4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted.

Seat Belt Extender

If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly, even when the webbing is fully extended and the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a Seat Belt Extender. The Seat Belt Extender should be used only if the existing seat belt is not long enough. When the Seat Belt Extender is not required for a different occupant, it must be removed.

GETTING STARTED

WARNING!

• ONLY use a Seat Belt Extender if it is physically required in order to properly fit the original seat belt system. DO NOT USE the Seat Belt Extender if, when worn, the distance between the front edge of the Seat Belt Extender buckle and the center of the occupant’s body is LESS than 6 inches.

• Using a Seat Belt Extender when not needed can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision. Only use the Seat Belt Extender when the lap belt is not long enough and only use in the recommended seating positions. Remove and store the Seat Belt Extender when not needed.

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 bones of the hips. Place the shoulder belt across the chest and away from the neck. Never place the shoulder belt behind the back or under the arm.

Pregnant Women And Seat Belts

Seat Belt Pretensioner

The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are designed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. These devices may improve the performance of the seat belt by removing slack from the seat belt early in a collision. Pretensioners work for all size occupants, including those in child restraints.

NOTE:

These devices are not a substitute for proper seat belt placement by the occupant. The seat belt still must be worn snugly and positioned properly.

The pretensioners are triggered by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). Like the air bags, the pretensioners are single use items. A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately.

GETTING STARTED

Energy Management Feature

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

Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system. For additional information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child Restraints” section of this manual.

The figure below illustrates the locking feature for each seating position.

If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage, only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not activate the ALR. If the ALR is activated, you will hear a clicking sound as the seat belt retracts. Allow the webbing to retract completely in this case and then carefully pull out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a "click."

In Automatic Locking Mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The seat belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. Use the Automatic Locking Mode anytime a child restraint is installed in a seating position that has a seat belt with this feature. Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in a vehicle with a rear seat.

ALR — Switchable Automatic

Locking Retractor

WARNING!

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

GETTING STARTED

How To Engage The Automatic Locking Mode

1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.

2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire seat belt is extracted.

3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode.

How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode

Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the Automatic Locking Mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

WARNING!

• The seat belt assembly must be replaced if the switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt function is not working properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual.

• Failure to replace the seat belt assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

• Do not use the Automatic Locking Mode to restrain occupants who are wearing the seat belt or children who are using booster seats. The locked mode is only used to install rear-facing or forward-facing child restraints that have a harness for restraining the child.

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)

Some of the safety features described in this section may be standard equipment on some models, or may be optional equipment on others. If you are not sure, ask your authorized dealer.

The air bag system must be ready to protect you in a collision. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with the electrical Air Bag System Components. Your vehicle may be equipped with the following Air Bag System Components:

Air Bag System Components

• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

• Air Bag Warning Light

• Steering Wheel and Column

• Instrument Panel

• Knee Impact Bolsters

GETTING STARTED

• Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags

• Supplemental Side Air Bags

• Supplemental Knee Air Bags

• Front and Side Impact Sensors

• Seat Belt Pretensioners

• Seat Track Position Sensors

• Seat Belt Buckle Switch

Air Bag Warning Light

The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic parts of the air 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 ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bag system even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.

The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light in the instrument panel for approximately four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition switch is in the MAR/ ACC/ON/RUN position. After the self-check, the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily or continuously. A single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on again after initial startup.

The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a malfunction is detected that could affect the air bag system. The diagnostics also record the nature of the malfunction. While the air bag system is designed to be maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.

• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during the four to eight seconds

when the ignition switch is first in the MAR/ACC/ON/RUN position.

• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight-second interval.

• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving.

NOTE:

If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine related gauges are not working, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this condition the air bags may not be ready to inflate for your protection. Have an authorized dealer service the air bag system immediately.

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WARNING!

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

Front Air Bags

This vehicle has front air bags and lap/shoulder belts for both the driver and front

passenger. 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 passen-

ger front air bag is mounted in the instrument panel, above the glove compartment.

The words “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” are embossed on the air bag covers.

Front Air Bag/Knee Bolster

Locations

— Driver And Passenger Front Air Bags 2 — Passenger Knee Impact Bolster 3 — Driver Knee Impact Bolster/ Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag

WARNING!

• Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during 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.

• ever place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying passenger front air bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-facing child restraint.

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

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Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features

The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact sensors (if equipped) or other system components.

The first stage inflator is triggered immediately during an impact that requires air bag deployment. A low energy output is used in less severe collisions. A higher energy output is used for more severe collisions.

This vehicle may be equipped with a driver and/or front passenger seat belt buckle switch that detects whether the driver or front passenger seat belt is buckled. The seat belt buckle switch may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags.

This vehicle may be equipped with driver and/or front passenger seat track position sensors that may adjust the inflation rate of the Advanced Front Air Bags based upon seat position.

WARNING!

• No objects should be placed over or near the air bag on the instrument panel or steering wheel because any such objects could cause harm if the vehicle is in a collision severe enough to cause the air bag to inflate.

• Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually. You may damage the air bags and you could be injured because the air bags may no longer be functional. The protective covers for the air bag cushions are designed to open only when the air bags are inflating.

• 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, air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belts even though you have air bags.

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 may produce substantial vehicle damage — for example, some pole collisions, truck underrides, and angle offset collisions.

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On the other hand, depending on the type and location of impact, front air bags may deploy in crashes with little vehicle front-end damage but that produce a severe initial deceleration.

Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should have deployed.

Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all collisions, and also are needed to help keep you in position, away from an inflating air bag.

When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the front air bags.

The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The front air bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. The front air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger.

Knee Impact Bolsters

The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the driver and front passenger, and position the front occupants for improved interaction with the front air bags.

WARNING!

• Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact bolsters in any way.

• Do not mount any accessories to the knee impact bolsters such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band radios, etc.

Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag

This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal impact by working together with the seat belts, pretensioners, and front air bags.

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Supplemental Side Air Bags

Your vehicle is equipped with two types of supplemental Side Air Bags:

1. Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SABs): Located in the

outboard side of the front seats. The SABs are marked with a “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG” label sewn into the outboard side of the seats.

The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure.

When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the outboard side of the seatback’s trim cover. The inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into the space between the occupant and the door. The SAB moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure occupants if they are not seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SAB inflates. Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.

Supplemental Seat-Mounted

Side Air Bag Label

WARNING!

Do not use accessory seat covers or place objects between you and the SABs; the performance could be adversely affected and/or objects could be pushed into you, causing serious injury.

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2. Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs): Located above the side windows. The trim covering the SABICs is labeled “SRS AIRBAG” or “AIRBAG.”

SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other injuries to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side impacts, in addition to the injury reduction potential provided by the seat belts and body structure.

The SABIC deploys downward, covering the side windows. An inflating SABIC pushes the outside edge of the headliner out of the way and covers the window. The SABICs inflate with enough force to injure occupants if they are not belted and seated properly, or if items are positioned in the area where the SABICs inflate. Children are at an even greater risk of injury from a deploying air bag.

WARNING!

Supplemental Side Air Bag

Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) Label

Location

Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of

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the SABICs. The trim covering above the side windows where the SABIC and its deployment path are located should remain free from any obstructions.

• In order for the SABICs to work as intended, do not install any accessory items

in your vehicle which could alter the roof. Do not add an aftermarket sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require permanent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the vehicle for any reason.

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The SABICs and SABs (Side Air Bags) are designed to activate in certain side impacts. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) determines whether the deployment of the Side Air Bags in a particular impact event is appropriate, based on the severity and type of collision. The side impact sensors aid the ORC in determining the appropriate response to impact events. The system is calibrated to deploy the Side Air Bags on the impact side of the vehicle during impacts that require Side Air Bag occupant protection. In side impacts, the Side Air Bags deploy independently; a left side impact deploys the left Side Air Bags only and a right-side impact deploys the right Side Air Bags only. Vehicle damage by itself is not a good indicator of whether or not Side Air Bags should have deployed.

The Side Air Bags will not deploy in all side collisions, including some collisions at certain angles, or some side collisions that do not impact the area of the passenger compartment. The Side Air Bags may deploy during angled or offset frontal collisions where the front air bags deploy.

Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to blink your eyes.

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 restraint.

• Seat belts (and child restraints where appropriate) are necessary for your protection in all collisions. They also help keep you in position, away from an inflating Side Air Bag. To get the best protection from the Side Air Bags, occupants must wear their seat belts properly and sit upright with their backs against the seats. Children must be properly restrained in a child restraint or booster seat that is appropriate for the size of the child.

WARNING!

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

• Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.

• Relying on the Side Air Bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The Side Air Bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly. In some collisions, Side Air Bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belt even though you have Side Air Bags.

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NOTE:

Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment.

The SABICs may help reduce the risk of partial or complete ejection of vehicle occupants through side windows in certain side impact events.

The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with electrical Air Bag System Components listed below:

Air Bag System Components

• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

• Air Bag Warning Light

• Steering Wheel and Column

• Instrument Panel

• Knee Impact Bolsters

• Driver and Front Passenger Air Bags

• Supplemental Side Air Bags

• Supplemental Knee Air Bags

• Front and Side Impact Sensors

• Seat Belt Pretensioners

• Seat Track Position Sensors

• Seat Belt Buckle Switch

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 following may occur:

• The air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the occupants as the air bags deploy and unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are not caused by contact with chemicals. They are not permanent and normally heal quickly. However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor immediately.

As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a

• normal by-product of the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle on your clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning.

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Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you.

WARNING!

Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer immediately. Also, have the Occupant Restraint Controller System serviced as well.

NOTE:

• Air bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deployment.

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

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 to the engine.

• Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the hazard light button is pressed. The hazard lights can be deactivated by pressing the hazard light button.

• Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the battery has power or for 15 minutes from the intervention of the Enhanced Accident Response System.

• Unlock the power door locks.

Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure

After the event occurs, when the system is active, a message regarding fuel cutoff is displayed. Turn the ignition switch from ignition AVV/START or MAR/ACC/ON/ RUN to ignition STOP/OFF/LOCK. Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground near the engine compartment and fuel tank before resetting the system and starting the engine.

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

Customer Action Customer Will See

NOTE:

Each step MUST BE held for at least two seconds

1. Turn ignition STOP/OFF/LOCK. (Turn Signal Must be placed in Neutral State).

2. Turn ignition MAR/ACC/ON/RUN.

3. Turn right turn signal switch ON.

4. Place turn signal in neutral state.

5. Turn left turn signal switch ON.

6. Place turn signal in neutral state.

7. Turn right turn signal switch ON.

8. Place turn signal in neutral state.

9. Turn left turn signal switch ON.

10. Turn left turn signal switch OFF. (Turn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State).

11. Turn ignition STOP/OFF/LOCK.

12. Turn ignition MAR/ACC/ON/RUN. (Entire sequence needs to be completed within one minute or sequence will need to be repeated).

Turn hazard flashers OFF (Manually).

Right turn light BLINKS. Left turn light is OFF.

Right turn light is ON SOLID. Left turn light BLINKS.

Right turn light is OFF. Left turn light BLINKS.

Right turn light BLINKS. Left turn light is ON SOLID.

Right turn light BLINKS. Left turn light is OFF.

Right turn light is ON SOLID. Left turn light BLINKS.

Right turn light is OFF. Left turn light BLINKS.

Right turn light is ON SOLID. Left turn light is ON SOLID.

Right turn light is OFF. Left turn light is OFF.

System is now reset and the engine may be started.

If a reset procedure step is not completed within 60 seconds, then the turn signal lights will blink and the reset procedure must be performed again in order to be successful.

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Maintaining Your Air Bag System

WARNING!

• Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it. You could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper right side of the instrument panel. Do not modify the front bumper, vehicle body structure, or add aftermarket side steps or running boards.

• It is dangerous to try to repair any part of the air bag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyone who works on your vehicle that it has an air bag system.

• Do not attempt to modify any part of your air bag system. The air bag may inflate accidentally or may not function properly if modifications are made. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for any air bag system service. If your seat, including your trim cover and cushion, needs to be serviced in any way (including removal or loosening/tightening of seat attachment bolts), take the vehicle to your authorized dealer. Only manufacturer approved seat accessories may be used. If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with disabilities, contact your authorized dealer.

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. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

NOTE:

EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

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

Child Restraints

Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. Every state in the United States, and every Canadian province, requires that small children ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law, and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.

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.

WARNING!

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

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 the child restraint Owner’s Manual and on all the labels attached to the child restraint.

Before buying any restraint system, make sure that it has a label certifying that it meets all applicable Safety Standards. You should also make sure that you can install it in the vehicle where you will use it.

NOTE:

• For additional information, refer to www.safercar.gov/parents/index.htm or call: 1–888–327–4236

• Canadian residents should refer to Transport Canada’s website for additional information: http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehiclesafety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-53.htm

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Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles

Child Size, Height, Weight or Age

Children who are two

Infants and Toddlers

Small Children

Larger Children

Children Too Large for Child Restraints

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 convertible child seats.

The infant carrier is only used rear-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier. Convertible child seats can be used either rear-facing or forward-facing in the vehicle. Convertible child seats often have a higher weight limit in the rear-facing direction than infant carriers do, so they can be used rear-facing by children who have outgrown their infant carrier but are still less than at least two years old. Children should remain rear-facing until they reach the highest weight or height allowed by their convertible child seat.

years old or younger and who have not reached the height or weight limits of their child restraint

Children who are at least two years old or who have out-grown the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint

Children who have outgrown their forwardfacing child restraint, but are too small to properly fit the vehicle’s seat belt

Children 12 years old or younger, who have outgrown the height or weight limit of their booster seat

Recommended Type of Child Restraint

Either an Infant Carrier or a Convertible Child Restraint, facing rearward in the rear seat of the vehicle

Forward-Facing Child Restraint with a five-point Harness, facing forward in the rear seat of the vehicle

Belt Positioning Booster Seat and the vehicle seat belt, seated in the rear seat of the vehicle

Vehicle Seat Belt, seated in the rear seat of the vehicle

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WARNING!

• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

Older Children And Child Restraints

Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear-facing convertible child seat can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for children who are over two years old or who have outgrown the rear-facing weight or height limit of their rear-facing convertible child seat. Children should remain in a forward-facing child seat with a harness for as long as possible, up to the highest weight or height allowed by the child seat.

All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts fit properly. If the child cannot sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s seat cushion while the child’s back is against the seatback, they should use a belt-positioning booster seat. The child and belt-positioning booster seat are held in the vehicle by the seat belt.

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 is installed in the vehicle, do not move the vehicle seat forward or rearward because it can loosen the child restraint attachments. Remove the child restraint before adjusting the vehicle seat position. When the vehicle seat has been adjusted, reinstall the child restraint.

• When your child restraint is not in use, secure it in the vehicle with the seat belt or LATCH anchorages, or remove it from the vehicle. Do not leave it loose in the vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident, it could strike the occupants or seatbacks and cause serious personal injury.

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Children Too Large For Booster Seats

Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably, and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the vehicle’s seat belt alone:

1. Can the child sit all the way back against the back of the vehicle seat?

2. Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the front of the vehicle seat – while they are still sitting all the way back?

3. Does the shoulder belt cross the child’s shoulder between their neck and arm?

4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs and not their stomach?

5. Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?

If the answer to any of these questions was “no,” then the child still needs to use a booster seat in this vehicle. If the child is using the lap/shoulder belt, check seat belt fit periodically and make sure the seat belt buckle is latched. A child’s squirming or slouching can move the belt out of position. If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the child closer to the center of the vehicle, or use a booster seat to position the seat belt on the child correctly.

WARNING!

Never allow a child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind their back. In a crash, the shoulder belt will not protect a child properly, which may result in serious injury or death. A child must always wear both the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt correctly.

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Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints

Restraint Type Combined

Rear-Facing Child Restraint

Forward-Facing Child Restraint

Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System

Weight of the Child + Child Restraint

Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg)

More than 65 lbs (29.5 kg)

Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg)

More than 65 lbs (29.5 kg)

Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. The LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LATCH-equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the back of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and one top tether anchorage located behind the seating position. These anchorages are used to install LATCH-equipped child seats without using the vehicle’s seat belts. Some seating positions may have a top tether anchorage but no lower anchorages. In these seating positions, the seat belt must be used with the top tether anchorage to install the child restraint. Please see the following table for more information.

Use Any Attachment Method Shown With An “X” Below

LATCH – Lower Anchors Only

Seat Belt Only

LATCH – Lower Anchors + Top Tether Anchor

Seat Belt + Top Tether Anchor

LATCH Label

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LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle

LATCH Positions For Installing

Child Restraints In This Vehicle

Lower Anchorage Symbol

(2 Anchorages Per Seating Position)

Top Tether Anchorage Symbol

Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With LATCH

Use the LATCH anchorage

What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the LATCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint?

Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used together to attach a rearfacing or forward-facing child restraint?

65 lbs (29.5 kg)

system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and tether anchor instead of the LATCH system once the combined weight is more than 65 lbs (29.5 kg).

Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchorage system to attach a rear-facing or forward-facing child restraint. Booster seats may be attached to the LATCH anchorages if allowed by the booster seat manufacturer. See your booster seat owner’s manual for more information.

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Never “share” a LATCH anchorage with two or more child restraints. If the center

Can two child restraints be attached using a common lower LATCH anchorage?

Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat?

Can the head restraints be removed?

Locating The LATCH Anchorages

The lower anchorages are round bars that are found at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback, below the anchorage symbols on the seatback. They are just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. You will easily feel them if you run your finger along the gap between the seatback and seat cushion.

Yes

Yes Yes, all may be removed.

position does not have dedicated LATCH lower anchorages, use the seat belt to install a child seat in the center position next to a child seat using the LATCH anchorages in an outboard position.

The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner’s manual for more information.

LATCH Anchorage Locations

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Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages

There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on

the back of the seat.

LATCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connection to the anchorage. Forward-facing child restraints and some rear-facing child restraints will also be equipped with a tether strap. The tether strap will have a hook at the end to attach to the top tether anchorage and a way to tighten the strap after it is attached to the anchorage.

Rear Seat Tether Strap Mounting

Center Seat LATCH

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.

Always follow the directions of the child restraint manufacturer when installing your child restraint. Not all child restraint systems will be installed as described here.

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 each seating position has.

Loosen the adjusters on the lower straps and on the tether strap of the child seat so that you can more easily attach the hooks or connectors to the vehicle anchorages.

2. Place the child seat between the lower anchorages for that seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle, you may wish to move it to its rear-most position to make room for the child seat. You may also move the front seat forward to allow more room for the child seat.

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3. Attach the lower hooks or connectors of the child restraint to the lower anchorages in the selected seating position.

4. If the child restraint has a tether strap, connect it to the top tether anchorage. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a tether anchor.

5. Tighten all of the straps as you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the seat. Remove slack in the straps according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.

How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:

When using the LATCH attaching system to install a child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being used to secure child restraints. An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seat belt retractor. Before installing a child restraint using the LATCH system, buckle the seat belt behind the child restraint and out of the child’s reach. If the buckled seat belt interferes with the child restraint installation, instead of buckling it behind the child restraint, route the seat belt through the child restraint belt path and then buckle it. Do not lock the seat belt. Remind all children in the vehicle that the seat belts are not toys and that they should not play with them.

WARNING!

• Improper installation of a child restraint to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure of the restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

• Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly-fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching other items or equipment to the vehicle.

GETTING STARTED

Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt

Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt.

WARNING!

• Improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed.

• Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

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 so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is pulled back into the retractor. Refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description in “Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)” under “Occupant Restraint Systems” for additional information on ALR.

Please see the table below and the following sections for more information.

Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle

Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)

Locations

ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor

= Top Tether Anchorage Symbol

GETTING STARTED

Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts

What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint?

Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat?

Can the head restraints be removed?

Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint?

Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):

Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt.

Weight limit of the Child Restraint

Yes

Yes Yes, all may be removed.

Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint.

Contact between the front passenger seat and the child restraint is allowed, if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact.

Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating position with an ALR retractor.

WARNING!

• Improper installation or failure to properly secure a child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint. The child could be badly injured or killed.

• Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s directions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint.

1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved forward and rearward in the vehicle, you may wish to move it to its rear-most position to make room for the child seat. You may also move the front seat forward to allow more room for the child seat.

2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path.

3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”

4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat.

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

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 restraint while you push the child restraint rearward and downward into the vehicle seat.

8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the tether strap. See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for directions to attach a tether anchor.

Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction.

Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.

Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage

WARNING!

Do not attach a tether strap for a rear-facing car seat to any location in front of the car seat, including the seat frame or a tether anchorage. Only attach the tether strap of a rear-facing car seat to the tether anchorage that is approved for that seating position, located behind the top of the vehicle seat. See the section “Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System” for the location of approved tether anchorages in your vehicle.

1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage. You may need to move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no top tether anchorage for that seating position, move the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if one is available.

GETTING STARTED

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 restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint.

3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.

4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

Rear Seat Tether Strap Mounting

WARNING!

• An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap.

• If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove slack in the strap.

Transporting Pets

Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in a collision.

Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.

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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 not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash.

• Head restraints should never be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion. Driving a vehicle with the head restraints improperly adjusted or removed could cause serious injury or death in the event of a collision.

Front Non-Adjustable Head Restraints

The non-adjustable head restraints are form fitted into the upper structure of the seatback and are designed to reduce the risk of injury by restricting head movement in the event of a rear impact. The seatback should be properly adjusted to an upright position where the head restraint is positioned as close as possible to the back of your head.

WARNING!

Be certain that the seatback is locked securely into position. Otherwise, the seat will not provide the proper stability for passengers. An improperly latched seatback could cause serious injury.

Rear Head Restraints

To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. To lower the head restraint, push the adjustment button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual at www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for further information on tether routing.

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NOTE:

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

Head Restraint

1 — Release Button 2 — Adjustment Button

WARNING!

ALL the head restraints MUST be reinstalled in the vehicle to properly protect the occupants. Follow the re-installation instructions above prior to operating the vehicle or occupying a seat.

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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 rearward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched.

Adjusting Bar

WARNING!

• Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death.

• Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death could result from a poorly adjusted seat belt.

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Recline Adjustment

The recline adjustment lever is located on the inboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback, lift up the recline lever, lean back until the desired position has been reached, and release the lever.

Recline Lever

WARNING!

Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your chest. In a collision you could slide under the seat belt, which could result in serious injury or death.

Seat Height Adjustment

The driver’s seat height can be raised or lowered by using a 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.

Seat Height Lever

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EZ Entry Feature

The driver and front passenger seats have an EZ entry feature for rear seat passengers. Pull upward on the release tether, located on the outboard side of the seatback, dump the seatback forward, then slide the seat forward to allow access in and out of the rear seat.

Lift the seatback upright and push the seat rearward to its locked position once the rear passengers are seated.

REAR SEATS

Folding Rear Seatback

The rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity.

Push down the release button, located at the outboard top of the seatback and move the seatback to its folded-down position to provide a flat load floor cargo area. When returning the seatback to its upright position, push rearward until the seatback is properly latched.

EZ Entry Pull Strap

Rear Folding Seat Button

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TILT STEERING COLUMN

This feature allows you to tilt the steering column upward or downward. The tilt control lever is located on the left-side of the steering column, below the turn signal controls.

Push down on the lever to unlock the column. With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired. Push the lever up to lock the column firmly in place.

Tilt Lever

WARNING!

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

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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 cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws contributes to a good break-in. Wide-open throttle acceleration in low gear can be detrimental and should be avoided.

The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a high-quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil changes should be consistent with anticipated climate conditions under which vehicle operations will occur. Refer to “Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals

NOTE:

A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as an indication of an engine problem or malfunction.

Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result.

for further details.

CAUTION!

LIGHTS

Multifunction Lever

The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals.

NOTE:

The headlights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.

Turn Signals

Push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right turn or downward to signal a left turn. The corresponding indicator in the instrument cluster display will blink to indicate the operation of the turn signal.

Turn Signal/Lights Lever

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NOTE:

The indicators will automatically turn off when the turn has been completed and the steering wheel is returned to a straight position.

Lane Change Assist

Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times. Then, the turn signal (right or left) will automatically turn off.

Headlights

Rotate the end of the multifunction lever upward to the first detent for headlight operation.

NOTE:

When the headlights are turned on, the Daytime Running Lights will be deactivated.

Parking Lights

To turn on the parking lights, remove the key or turn the ignition to OFF/LOCK position and turn on the headlights.

High Beams

With the low beams activated, push the multifunction lever towards the instrument panel to turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to turn off the high beams.

Flash-To-Pass

You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel. This will turn on the high beams until the lever is released.

Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay

When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time.

Activation

Remove the key or turn the ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, and pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel within two minutes. Each time the lever is pulled, the activation of the lights will be extended by 30 seconds. The activation of the lights can be extended to a maximum of 210 seconds.

Deactivation

Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds.

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Fog Lights — If Equipped

The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the instrument panel, just below the radio.

Push the switch once to turn the front fog lights on. Push the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off.

Fog Light Button

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 position.

Front Windshield Wiper Operation

There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers.

Windshield Wiper Off

This is the normal position of the wiper lever.

Intermittent Wiper Operation

Push the lever downward to the first detent. The wipers will operate intermittently.

NOTE:

The Intermittent function only has one detent, but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed. As vehicle speed increases, the delay time will decrease.

Low Speed

Push the lever downward to the second detent. The wipers will operate at low speed.

High Speed

Push the lever downward to the third detent. The wipers will operate at high speed.

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Manual High Speed/Mist

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

Front Windshield Washer Operation

Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the steering wheel to activate the washers. 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. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off.

• In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.

• Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.

Rear Windshield Wiper

Rotate the end of the windshield wiper/washer lever upward to the first detent past the intermittent settings for intermittent wipe operation. With the front windshield wiper active, rotate the end of the windshield wiper/washer lever upward. The rear wiper will operate in the same mode as the front windshield wipers, but at half the frequency. When the transmission is shifted into REVERSE, the rear wiper will automatically operate at low speed and return to normal operation when the transmission is shifted out of REVERSE.

NOTE:

The windshield wipers/washers will only operate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.

Rear Windshield Washer Operation

Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the instrument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is released.

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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 if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If this occurs, the Speed Control system can be reactivated by pushing the Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed.

To Activate

Push the ON/OFF button. The cruise control indicator light in the instrument cluster display will illuminate. To turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The cruise control indicator light will turn off. The system should be turned off when not in use.

Speed Control Buttons

1 — Push ON/OFF 2 — Push Resume +/Accel 3 — Push Set –/Decel 4 — Push Cancel

WARNING!

Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always leave the system off when you are not using it.

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To Set A Desired Speed

Turn the Speed Control on. When the vehicle has reached the desired speed, push the SET (-) button and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate at the selected speed.

NOTE:

The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed and on level ground before pushing the SET (-) button.

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 resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) button and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

To Vary The Speed Setting

To Increase Speed

When the Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by pushing the RES (+) 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.com/en/owners/manuals for more information. The speed increment shown is dependent on the selected speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.

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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.com/en/owners/manuals for more information. The speed decrement shown is dependant on the selected speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing 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.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in a decrease of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to decrease until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.

To Accelerate For Passing

Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

Using Speed Control On Hills

The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed.

NOTE:

The Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is normal.

On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur, it may be preferable to drive without Speed Control.

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WARNING!

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

POWER WINDOWS

• Power windows can be operated with the ignition in the ON/RUN position and 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 past the detent and release to fully lower the window.

• Pull the switch upward to close the window.

Power Window Switches

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS

Manual Climate Controls

1 — Rotate Temperature Control 2 — Rotate Blower Control 3 — Rotate Recirculation Control

4 — Rotate Mode Control 5 — Push Knob For A/C

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 activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.

– Air intake from outside

– Internal air recirculation

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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)

Automatic Temperature Controls

1 — AUTO Button 2 — A/C Button 3 — Temperature Control Up/Down Buttons 4 — Blower Control Up/Down Buttons 5 — Mix Mode Button

6 — Front Window Defroster Button 7 — Panel Mode Button 8 — Floor Mode Button 9 — Air Recirculation Button 10 — OFF Button

Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button.

2. Select the desired temperature by pushing the temperature control buttons.

NOTE:

The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.

Air Recirculation

• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.

• For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off.

Heated Mirrors

• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated when you turn on the rear window defroster, which is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the radio.

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SPORT MODE

In Sport mode, the engine is more responsive to the accelerator pedal, and provides more power by increasing turbo boost.

This mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine response. Changes to the transmission shift schedules for more aggressive shifting will occur on automatic transmission versions.

Sport mode driving is useful while driving on winding roads where more steering precision is desired.

Manual Transmission

1. Push the SPORT button, located above the climate controls.

2. Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.

3. Press the accelerator pedal again to activate.

Automatic Transmission

Push the SPORT button, located above the climate controls.

NOTE:

• Once SPORT mode is activated, a

“SPORT” message will be displayed in the boost gauge.

• For maximum aerodynamics and handling, your vehicle has a lowered ride height.

Use caution when entering steep driveways and parking spaces to prevent damage.

Sport Button

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Be sure the transmission is in first gear, not third, when starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch can result from starting in third gear.

Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal, and never try to hold the vehicle on a hill with the clutch pedal partially engaged. This will cause abnormal wear on the clutch.

NOTE:

• Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

• During cold weather, until the transmission lubricant is warm, you may experience

slightly higher shift efforts. This is normal and not harmful to the transmission.

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AUTOSTICK — AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

When the gear selector is in the AutoStick position (beside the DRIVE position), it can be moved forward and rearward to manually select the transmission gear being used. Moving the gear selector forward (-) triggers a downshift and rearward (+) an upshift. The current gear is displayed in the instrument cluster.

NOTE:

In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the gear selector rearward (+) or forward (-), except as described below.

• The transmission will automatically upshift when necessary to prevent engine over-speed.

• The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows (to prevent engine lugging) and will display the current gear.

• The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the vehicle is accelerated.

• You can start out (from a stop) in first, second, or third gear. Starting out in second or third gear can be helpful in snow or icy conditions. To select second or third gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop, tap the gear selector rearward (+) once or twice.

• The system will ignore shift commands that would cause engine lugging or overspeed. An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is requested.

• The system may revert to automatic shift mode if a fault or overheat condition is detected.

To disengage AutoStick mode, return the gear selector to the DRIVE position. You can shift in or out of the AutoStick position at any time without taking your foot off the accelerator pedal.

NOTE:

Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.

Refer to the Owner's Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for complete details.

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POWER SUNROOF

The power sunroof switch is located in the overhead console.

Power Sunroof Switch

WARNING!

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location 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. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.

• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury may result.

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To Open

Push and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Push the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “Express Open”. During Express Open operation, any movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.

To Close

With the sunroof in the full open position, pull the power sunroof button and hold it for approximately one second, the sunroof will return to the vented position. Pull the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second to completely close the sunroof.

Pinch Protect Feature

This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, push the switch forward and release to Express Close.

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window.

Emergency Operation

In case of electrical failure, the sunroof can be operated with the hex wrench that is located in the glove compartment. There is a plug located in the rear of the sunroof opening at the center of the vehicle. Removing the plug reveals a hex opening in the motor assembly of the sunroof. Insert the hex wrench and turn, moving the sunroof to the desired location.

Sun Shade — If Equipped

For vehicles equipped with either a power sunroof or a fixed glass roof, there is a sun shade that can be open or closed. To open the sun shade, push the tab and move the shade to a full open position.

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POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP

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

NOTE:

• The power top buttons will operate when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC/ON/RUN position.

• The power top can be remotely operated with the key fob. Refer to “Opening Power Top Remote Function” in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” in the Owner’s Manual at www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for more information.

• The soft top cannot be lowered in temperatures lower than –22°F (-30°C) but it can be closed at temperatures as low as –4° F (-20°C).

• The highest temperature that the convertible top is operational is at 176°F (80°C).

Lowering The Power Top

Auto Open

Push the top open button approximately one second for the three-quarter open/ spoiler position. Push the top open button for approximately one second a second time to fully open the convertible top.

Manual Open

For manual open, push and hold the open button until desired roof position or until spoiler position.

NOTE:

• Vertical movement only operates in auto open/close mode.

• If you are traveling at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h) and wish to open the top, it will open to only three-quarter of the way.

Convertible Top Buttons

1 — Top Close Button 2 — Top Open Button

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 onequarter open position. Push and hold again for full close position.

NOTE:

• If the top is three-quarter of the way open, you can close the top if vehicle speeds are above 50 mph (80 km/h).

• If the top is fully open and the vehicle is traveling at 50 mph (80 km/h) or above, it will not allow you to close the top.

NOTE:

Rail lubrication is recommended every 2000 cycles, or if scratching noises due to dust are present. Refer to “Fluids, Lubes, and Genuine Part” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in the Owner’s Manual at www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals/for further information.

WARNING!

The convertible top does not provide the structural protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection of the occupants in a collision. Therefore, it is important that all occupants wear their seat belts at all times. Death or serious injuries could occur if you are ejected from the vehicle during a collision.

CAUTION!

Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material:

• Avoid high-pressure car washes, as they can damage the top material. Also, increased water pressure may force water past the weather strips.

• Remove any standing water from the top and dry the surface before opening it. Operating the top, opening a door or lowering a window while the top is wet may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior.

• Use care when washing the vehicle, water pressure directed at the weather strip seals may cause water to leak into the vehicle’s interior.

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Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure

If your power convertible top does not operate in the Auto Opening/Closing mode (automatically opening/closing to the one-quarter open and three-quarter open comfort stops), or if the remote keyless power top function is inoperable, or if the trunk lid does 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. Hold the open button to move the top to the fully open position.

4. Continue to hold the open button for an additional three seconds.

5. Release the open button.

6. Hold the closed button to move the top to the fully closed position.

7. Continue to hold the closed button until the top begins to cycle fully open, then release the closed button.

At the end of step 7 the top will automatically cycle to the fully open position, and then close to the 1/4 open position.

This will confirm that the relearn procedure was successful.

Auto open/close will now be functional, as well as trunk lid operation, and remote keyless power top function.

NOTE: DO NOT interrupt this activity.

If the power convertible top does not relearn, repeat the procedure a second time.

Wind Stop

The Wind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle. The Wind Stop will not interfere with power top operation. Therefore, it can remain installed when the top is up.

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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than –22° F (–30° C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used. An externally-powered electric engine block heater is available as optional equipment from your authorized dealer or may be standard equipment in some markets.

The message “plug in engine heater” will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5° F (–15° C) at the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start.

CAUTION!

Use of the recommended SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil and adhering to the prescribed oil change intervals is important to prevent engine damage and ensure satisfactory starting in cold conditions.

If Engine Fails To Start

WARNING!

Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious personal injury.

CAUTION!

•

Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and damage the converter and vehicle.

• To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.

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YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM

1. Mute Button

2. Phone Pick Up Button pg. 85

3. Phone Hang Up Button pg. 85

4. Voice Command Button pg. 79

5. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 94

6. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 94

7. System On/Off Button — Volume Knob

8. Audio Mute Button

9. Uconnect 5.0 Radio pg. 73

10. Settings Button

11. Tune/Scroll Knob — Browse/Enter Button

12. MORE Button

13. Power Outlet pg. 97

14. Audio Jack pg. 77

15. USB Port pg. 77

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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 certain security features to reduce the risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to vehicle systems and wireless communications. Vehicle software technology continues to evolve over time and FCA US LLC, working with its suppliers, evaluates and takes appropriate steps as needed. Similar to a computer or other devices, your vehicle may require software updates to improve the usability and performance of your systems or to reduce the potential risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle systems.

The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your vehicle systems may still exist, even if the most recent version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software) is installed.

WARNING!

•

It is not possible to know or to predict all of the possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are breached. It may be possible that vehicle systems, including safety related systems, could be impaired or a loss of vehicle control could occur that may result in an accident involving serious injury or death.

• ONLY insert media (e.g., USB, SD card, or CD) into your vehicle if it came from a trusted source. Media of unknown origin could possibly contain malicious software, and if installed in your vehicle, it may increase the possibility for vehicle systems to be breached.

• As always, if you experience unusual vehicle behavior, take your vehicle to your nearest authorized dealer immediately.

NOTE:

• FCA or your dealer may contact you directly regarding software updates.

•

To help further improve vehicle security and minimize the potential risk of a

security breach, vehicle owners should:

• Routinely check www.driveuconnect.com/software-update to learn about available Uconnect software updates.

•

Only connect and use trusted media devices (e.g. personal mobile phones, USBs, CDs).

Privacy of any wireless and wired communications cannot be assured. Third parties may unlawfully intercept information and private communications without your consent. For further information, refer to “Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals

UCONNECT 5.0

Uconnect 5.0 Radio

1 — On/Off Button 2 — Mute Button 3 — Screen Off Button 4 — Settings Button 5 — Back Button 6 — BROWSE/ENTER Button — TUNE/SCROLL Knob

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7 — MORE Button 8 — PHONE Button 9 — NAV Button 10 — MEDIA Button 11 — RADIO Button

CAUTION!

Do NOT attach any object to the touchscreen, doing so can result in damage to the touchscreen.

Uconnect 5.0 comes equipped with:

• 5.0” Full Color Touchscreen Display

• Bluetooth Connectivity/Bluetooth Streaming Audio

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Clock Setting

To start the clock setting procedure:

1. Push the Settings button on the faceplate and then press the “Clock and Date” button on the touchscreen.

2. Press the “Set Time” button on the touchscreen.

3. Press the “Up” or “Down” arrows to adjust the hours or minutes, then select the “AM” 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 screen.

NOTE:

In the Clock Setting Menu you can also select Display Clock. Display Clock turns the clock display in the status bar on or off.

Equalizer, Balance And Fade

1. Push the Settings button on the faceplate.

2. Scroll down and press the “Audio” button on the touchscreen to open the Audio menu.

3. The Audio menu shows the following options for you to customize your audio settings.

Equalizer

Press the “Equalizer” button on the touchscreen to adjust the Bass, Mid and Treble. Use the “+” or “-” button on the touchscreen to adjust the equalizer to your desired settings.

Balance/Fade

Press the “Balance/Fade” button on the touchscreen to adjust the sound from the speakers. Use the arrow buttons on the touchscreen to adjust the sound level from the front and rear or right and left side speakers. Press the Center “C” button on the touchscreen to reset the balance and fade to the factory setting.

Speed Adjusted Volume

Press the “Speed Adjusted Volume” button on the touchscreen to select between OFF, 1, 2 or 3. This will decrease the radio volume relative to a decrease in vehicle speed.

Surround Sound

Press the “Surround Sound” button on the touchscreen, select On or Off followed by pressing the back arrow button on the touchscreen. When this feature is activated, it provides simulated surround sound mode.

Radio Operation

1 — Radio Station Preset 2 — All Presets 3 — Seek Next 4 — Audio Settings

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Radio Operation

5 — Station Information 6 — Direct Tune 7 — Radio Band 8 — Seek Previous

Store Radio Presets Manually

The Radio stores up to 12 presets in each of the Radio modes. There are four visible presets 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.

To store a radio preset manually, follow the steps below:

1. Tune to the desired station.

2. Press and hold the desired numbered button on the touchscreen for more than two seconds, or until you hear a confirmation beep.

Seek Next/Previous Buttons

• Press the up or down button to seek through radio stations in AM, FM or SXM

bands.

• Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping.

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SiriusXM Premier Over 160 Channels

Get every channel available on your satellite radio, and enjoy all you want, all in one place. Hear commercial-free music plus sports, news, talk and entertainment. Get all the premium programming, including Howard Stern, every NFL game, Oprah Radio, every MLB and NHL game, every NASCAR race and more. And get 20+ Xtra channels, including SiriusXM Latino, a selection of channels dedicated to Spanish language programming.

NOTE:

To access SiriusXM Satellite Radio, push the RADIO Button on the faceplate and then the “SXM” button on the touchscreen.

SiriusXM services require subscriptions, sold separately after the 12-month trial included 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 SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349 for U.S. residents and 1-888-539-7474 for Canadian residents to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com and www.siriusxm.ca for Canadian residents. All fees and programming subject to change. Our satellite service is avail-

able only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 contiguous USA and D.C. Our Sirius satellite service is also available in PR (with coverage limitations). Our Internet radio service is available throughout our satellite service area and in AK and HI. © 2016 Sirius XM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

Voice Text Reply (Not Compatible With iPhone)

Once your Uconnect system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, and read it to your over the vehicle audio system. You can reply to the message using Voice Recognition by selecting, or saying, one of the 18 pre-defined messages.

Here’s how:

1. Push the Uconnect Phone button Uconnect will give the following prompt: “Please say the message you would like to send.”

2. Wait for the beep and say one of the pre-defined messages. (If you are not sure, you can say “help”). Uconnect will then read the pre-defined messages allowed.

3. As soon as you hear the message you would like to send, you can interrupt the list of prompts by pushing the Uconnect phone button and saying the phrase. Uconnect will confirm the message by reading it back to you.

4. Push the Phone button and say “send.”

and wait for the beep, then say “reply.”

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PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES

Yes. Stuck in traffic. See you later.

No. Start without me. I’ll be late.

Okay. Where are you?

Call me. Are you there yet?

I’ll call you later. I need directions.

I’m on my way.

I’m lost. Thanks.

NOTE:

Voice texting reply and voice texting features require a compatible mobile device enabled with Bluetooth Message Access Profile (MAP). iPhone and some other smartphones do not currently support Bluetooth MAP. Visit UconnectPhone.com for system and device compatibility.

Can’t talk right now.

USB/AUX CONTROL

To select a specific audio source, push the MEDIA button on the faceplate. To allow music to play from your portable device through the vehicle’s speakers, press the “Source” button then select one of the following modes:

USB/iPod

• USB/iPod Mode is entered by either inserting a USB Jump Drive or iPod cable into the USB port or by pushing the MEDIA button on the faceplate located left of the display.

Audio Jack (AUX)

• The AUX allows a portable device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod, to be plugged into the radio and utilize the vehicle’s audio system, using a 3.5 mm audio cable, to amplify the source and play through the vehicle speakers.

• The functions of the portable device are controlled using the device buttons, not the buttons on the radio. The volume may be controlled using the radio or portable device.

1 — AUX/Audio Jack 2 — USB Port

USB/Aux Audio Jack

I will be <number>

minutes late.

See you in <number>

of minutes.

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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/Bluetooth

• Bluetooth with integrated voice control

Uconnect 5.0 Radio

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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 straight ahead.

The microphone is positioned on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.

4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first press either the VR or

Phone button, wait until after the beep, then say your Voice Command.

5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pressing the VR or

Phone button and saying a Voice Command from current category.

NOTE:

All you need to control your Uconnect system with your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel.

Uconnect VR/Phone Buttons

1 — Push To Mute 2 — Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call, Send Or Receive A Text 3 — Push To End Call 4 — Push For Voice Recognition (VR)

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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

• 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 the visual cues that inform you of your voice recognition system’s status. Cues appear on the touchscreen.

Any voice commanded system should be used only in safe driving conditions following all applicable laws. Your attention should be focused on safely operating the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in a collision causing serious injury or death.

. After the beep, say:

WARNING!

Uconnect 5.0 Visual Cues

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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

• Tune to ninety-five-point-five FM

• Tune to Satellite Channel Hits 1

TIP

At any time, if you are not sure of what to say or want to learn a Voice Command, push the VR button

. After the beep, say:

and say “Help.” The system will provide you with a list of commands.

Uconnect 5.0 Radio

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Media

Push the VR button follow the prompts to switch your media source or choose an artist.

• Change source to Bluetooth

• Change source to iPod

• Change source to USB

• Play artist Beethoven; Play album Greatest Hits; Play song Moonlight Sonata; Play genre Classical

TIP

Press the Browse button on the touchscreen to see all of the music on your iPod or USB device. Your Voice Command must match exactly how the artist, album, song and genre information is displayed.

Uconnect offers connections via USB, SD, Bluetooth and auxiliary ports (If Equipped). Voice operation is only available for connected USB and iPod devices.

. After the beep, say one of the following commands and

Uconnect 5.0 Media

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Phone

Making and answering hands-free phone calls is easy with Uconnect. When the Phonebook button is illuminated on your touchscreen, your system is ready.

U.S./Canadian residents can visit

• UconnectPhone.com to check mobile device and feature compatibility and to find phone pairing instructions.

Push the Phone button

• Call John Smith

• Dial 123-456-7890 and follow the system prompts

• Redial (call previous outgoing phone number)

• Call back (call previous incoming phone number)

TIP

When providing a Voice Command, press the Phone button pronounce the name exactly as it appears in your phone book. When a contact has multiple phone numbers, you can say “Call John Smith work.”

. After the beep, say one of the following commands…

and say “Call,” then

Uconnect 5.0 Phone

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Additional Information

© 2016 FCA US LLC. All rights reserved. Mopar, Mopar Owner Connect and Uconnect are registered trademarks of FCA US LLC. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. SiriusXM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. Yelp, Yelp logo, Yelp burst and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp.

Uconnect System Support:

• U.S. residents visit DriveUconnect.com or call: 1-877-855-8400 (24 hours a day 7 days a week)

• Canadian residents visit DriveUconnect.ca or call: 1-800-465-2001 (English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French)

Mon. – Fri., 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, ET

Sat., 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, ET

Sun., Closed

Uconnect Access Services Support 1-855-792-4241. Please have your Uconnect Security PIN ready when you call.

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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

— Transfer To/From Uconnect System

6 7 — Uconnect Phone Settings Menu

8 — Text Messaging 9 — Direct Dial Pad 10 — Recent Call Log 11 — Browse Phone Book (Contains 911) 12 — End Call

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 — the global standard that enables different electronic devices to connect to each other wirelessly.

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If the Uconnect Phone Button exists on your steering wheel, you then have the Uconnect Phone features.

Refer to the “Uconnect 5.0 Voice Recognition Quick Tips” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in the Owner's Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for further details.

NOTE:

• The 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 the Uconnect system features.

• For Uconnect Customer Care:

• U.S. residents visit UconnectPhone.com or call 1-877-855-8400.

• Canadian Residents visit UconnectPhone.com or call, 1-800-465-2001

(English) or 1-800-387-9983 (French).

Pairing (Wirelessly Connecting) Your Mobile Phone To The Uconnect System

Mobile phone pairing is the process of establishing a wireless connection between a cellular phone and the Uconnect system.

NOTE:

• To use the Uconnect Phone feature, you first must determine if your mobile phone and software are compatible with the Uconnect system. Please visit UconnectPhone.com for complete mobile phone compatibility information.

• Mobile phone pairing is not available while the vehicle is in motion.

• A maximum of ten mobile phones can be paired to the Uconnect system.

Start Pairing Procedure On The Radio

Uconnect 5.0/5.0 NAV:

1. Place the ignition in the ACC or ON

position.

2. Press the “Phone” button.

3. Select “Settings.”

4. Select “Paired Phones.”

5. Select “Add device.”

NOTE:

Uconnect Phone will display an “In progress” screen while the system is connecting.

Uconnect 5.0/5.0 NAV

Pair Your iPhone:

To search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled iPhone:

1. Press the Settings button.

2. Select Bluetooth.

• Ensure the Bluetooth feature is enabled. Once enabled, the mobile phone will begin to search for Bluetooth connections.

3. When your mobile phone finds the Uconnect system, select “Uconnect.”

Complete The iPhone Pairing Procedure:

When prompted on the mobile phone, accept the connection request from Uconnect Phone.

NOTE:

Some mobile phones will require you to enter the PIN number.

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Bluetooth On/Uconnect Device

Pairing Request

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 mobile phones within range and will connect to the Uconnect system automatically when entering the vehicle. Only one mobile phone and/or one Bluetooth audio device can be connected to the Uconnect system at a time. If “No” is selected, simply select “Uconnect” from the mobile phone/audio device Bluetooth screen, and the Uconnect system will reconnect to the Bluetooth device.

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Pair Your Android Device:

To search for available devices on your Bluetooth enabled Android Device:

1. Push the Menu button.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Connections.

4. Turn Bluetooth setting to “On.”

• Ensure the Bluetooth feature is enabled. Once enabled, the mobile phone will begin to search for Bluetooth connections.

5. Once your mobile phone finds the Uconnect system, select “Uconnect.”

• You may be prompted by your mobile phone to download the phonebook, check “Do Not Ask Again” to automatically download the phonebook. This is so you can make calls by saying the name of your contact.

Complete The Android Pairing Procedure:

Confirm the passkey shown on the mobile phone matches the passkey shown on the Uconnect system then accept the Bluetooth pairing request.

NOTE:

Some mobile phones require the PIN to be entered manually, enter the PIN number shown on the Uconnect screen.

Bluetooth On/Uconnect Device

Pairing Request

Select The Android Mobile Phone's Priority Level

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If “No” is selected, simply select “Uconnect” from the mobile phone/audio device Bluetooth screen, and the Uconnect system will reconnect to the Bluetooth device.

You are now ready to make hands-free calls. Press the Uconnect “Phone” button

on your steering wheel to begin.

NOTE:

Refer to UconnectPhone.com website for additional information on mobile phone pairing and for a list of compatible phones.

Common Phone Commands (Examples)

• “Call John Smith”

• “Call John Smith mobile”

• “Dial 1 248 555 1212”

• “Redial”

Mute (Or Unmute) Microphone During Call

During a call, press the “Mute” button on the Phone main screen to mute and unmute the call.

Transfer Ongoing Call Between Handset And Vehicle

During an on-going call, press the “Transfer” button on the Phone main screen to transfer an on-going call between handset and vehicle.

Phonebook

The Uconnect system will automatically sync your phonebook from your paired phone, if this feature is supported by your phone. Phonebook contacts are updated each time that the phone is connected. If your phone book entries do not appear, check the settings on your phone. Some phones require you to enable this feature manually.

• Your phonebook can be browsed on the Uconnect system touchscreen, but editing can only be done on your phone. To browse, press the “Phone” button on the touchscreen, then the “Phonebook” button on the touchscreen.

Favorite phonebook entries can be saved as Favorites for quicker access. Favorites are shown at the top of the main phone screen.

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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 listen to the entire list. When you hear the command that you need, push the button on the steering wheel, wait for the beep and say your command.

Changing The Volume

• Start a dialogue by pushing the Phone button example, "Help".

• Use the radio VOLUME/MUTE rotary knob to adjust the volume to a comfortable level while the Uconnect system is speaking.

NOTE:

The volume setting for Uconnect is different than the audio system.

NOTE:

To access help, push the Uconnect Phone button "help." Push the Uconnect Phone Pickup button or the VR button and say "cancel" or push the Uconnect phone Hangup button

Incoming Text Messages

After pairing your Uconnect system with a Bluetooth enabled mobile device with the Message Access Profile (MAP), the Uconnect system can announce a new incoming text message and read it to you over the vehicle’s audio system.

NOTE:

Only incoming text messages received during the current ignition cycle can be viewed/ read.

To enable incoming text messaging:

iPhone

1. Press the settings button on the mobile phone.

2. Select Bluetooth.

• Ensure Bluetooth is enabled, and the mobile phone is paired to the Uconnect system.

3. Select

located under DEVICES next to Uconnect.

, then say a command. For

on the steering wheel and say

to cancel the help session.

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4. Turn “Show Notifications” to on.

Enable iPhone Incoming

Text Messages

Android Devices

1. Push the Menu button on the mobile phone.

2. Select Settings.

3. Select Connections.

4. Turn “Show Notifications” to on.

• A pop up will appear asking you to accept a request for permission to connect to your messages. Select “Don’t ask again” and press OK.

NOTE:

All incoming text messages received during the current ignition cycle will be deleted from the Uconnect system when the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

Enable Android Device Incoming

Text Messages

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Voice Text Reply (Not Compatible With iPhone)

NOTE:

Voice texting reply and voice texting features require a compatible mobile device enabled with Bluetooth Message Access Profile (MAP). iPhone, and some other smartphones, may not entirely support Bluetooth MAP. Visit UconnectPhone.com for the latest system and device compatibility.

• Due to the extremely large number of mobile phone manufacturers, your mobile device may not be listed. For further assistance, contact Uconnect Customer Care at1-877-855-8400 for U.S. residents or, 1-800-465-2001 (English) / 1-800-387-9983 (French) for Canadian residents.

Once your Uconnect system is paired with a compatible mobile device, the system can announce a new incoming text message, and read it to you over the vehicle audio system. You can reply to the message using Voice Recognition by selecting, or saying, one of the 18 pre-defined messages.

Here’s How:

1. Push the Uconnect Phone button

Uconnect will give the following prompt: “Please say the message you would like to send.”

2. Wait for the beep and say one of the pre-defined messages. (If you are not sure,

you can say “help”). Uconnect will then read the pre-defined messages allowed.

3. As soon as you hear the message you would like to send, you can interrupt the

list of prompts by pushing the Uconnect phone button and saying the phrase. Uconnect will confirm the message by reading it back to you.

4. Push the Phone button and say “send.”

PRE-DEFINED VOICE TEXT REPLY RESPONSES

Yes. Stuck in traffic. See you later.

No. Start without me. I’ll be late.

Okay. Where are you?

Call me. Are you there yet?

I’ll call you later. I need directions.

I’m on my way.

I’m lost. Thanks.

Can’t talk right now.

and wait for the beep, then say “reply.”

I will be <5, 10, 15,...etc.>

minutes late.

See you in <5, 10,

15,...etc.> of minutes.

NOTE:

To make the SMS voice reading function available, the SMS notification option on your phone must be enabled; this option is usually available on the phone, in the Bluetooth connections menu for a device registered as Uconnect. After enabling this function on the mobile phone, it must be disconnected and reconnected with the Uconnect system in order to make it effective.

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Helpful Tips And Common Questions To Improve Bluetooth Performance With Your Uconnect System

Mobile Phone won’t reconnect to system after pairing:

• Set mobile phone to auto-connect or trusted device in mobile phone Bluetooth settings (Blackberry devices).

• Perform a factory reset on your mobile phone. Refer to your mobile phone manufacturer or cellular provider for instructions.

• Many mobile phones do not automatically reconnect after being restarted (hard reboot). Your mobile phone can still be connected manually. Close all applications that may be operating (refer to mobile phone manufacturer’s instructions), and follow “Pairing (Wirelessly Connecting) Your Mobile Phone To The Uconnect System”.

Mobile Phone won’t pair to system:

• Perform a hard reset in the mobile phone by removing the battery (if removable — see your mobile phone’s owner manual).

• Delete pairing history in mobile phone and Uconnect system; usually found in phone’s Bluetooth connection settings.

• Verify you are selecting “Uconnect” in the discovered Bluetooth devices on your mobile phone.

• If your vehicle system generates a pin code the default is 0000.

Mobile Phonebook didn’t download:

• Check “Do not ask again,” then accept the “Phonebook download” request on your mobile phone.

• Up to 2,000 contact names with six numbers per contact will transfer to the Uconnect 5.0/5.0 NAV system phonebook.

Text messaging won’t work:

• Check “Do not ask again,” then accept the “Connect to your messages” request on your mobile phone.

• Verify that your mobile phone has the Bluetooth feature (Message Access Profile).

Can’t make a conference call:

• CDMA (Code-Division Multiple Access) carriers do not support conference calling. Refer to your mobile phone user’s manual for further information.

Making calls while connected to AUX:

• Plugging in your mobile phone to AUX while connected to Bluetooth will disable Hands-Free Calling. Do not make calls while your mobile phone is plugged into the AUX jack.

ELECTRONICS

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/USB/SAT.

Left Switch

• Push the switch up or down to search for the next listenable station.

• Push the button in the center to select the next preset station.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY

The instrument cluster display features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument cluster. Pushing the controls on the right side of the instrument cluster allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. Refer to “Programmable Features” in this guide for additional information.

• Push the MENU button to enter the menu mode.

• Push the up or down arrow button to scroll through the menu settings.

• Once the menu setting is shown in the instrument cluster display push the MENU button to access the setting and use the up or down arrow button to change the current setting. Push the MENU button a second time to save the setting and return to menu screen.

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Instrument Cluster Display Controls

ELECTRONICS

PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES

Instrument Cluster Display

The instrument cluster display can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Push the MENU button until menu is displayed, then push the up or down arrow button to scroll through the settings.

Once the menu setting is shown in the instrument cluster display push the MENU button to access the setting and use the up or down arrow button to change the current setting. The menu includes the following functions:

• Speed Beep • Buzzer Volume

• Trip B Data • Button Volume

• See Radio (Repeat Audio Information) • Tire Pressure

• Speed Display • Hill Start

• Autoclose • Exit Menu

Uconnect Customer Programmable Features

The Uconnect system allows you to access Customer Programmable feature settings.

To change a setting:

1. Push the SETTINGS

2. Select a programmable feature you would like to adjust.

3. Make your selection highlighting the button.

Depending on the vehicles options, the following feature settings are available:

• Display • Audio

• Clock & Date • Phone/Bluetooth

• Safety/Assistance • SiriusXM Setup

• Lights • Voice

• Doors & Locks • Restore Settings

• Engine Off Options • Units

• Clear Personal Data

button located on the right side of the display.

Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” in your Owner’s Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for further information.

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 Economy

• Instant Economy

• Average Speed

• Travel Time

• Tire Pressure

• Short push (less than one second) to display different functions.

• Long push (more than one second) to reset and start a new trip.

New Trip

A new trip can be reset or restarted by:

• “Manual” resetting by the user, by pushing the Trip button.

• “Automatically” resetting, when the “Trip distance” reaches 9999.9 miles or when the “Travel time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes).

• After disconnecting/reconnecting the battery.

Trip A

• Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the last reset.

Trip B

• Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the last reset.

Start Of Trip Procedure

• With the ignition key on, push and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset Trip A or Trip B.

Exit Trip

• The Trip function is over when all the values have been displayed or holding the MENU button for longer than one second.

• Briefly push the MENU button to go back to the main screen or push and hold the MENU button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing settings.

Trip Button

ELECTRONICS

POWER OUTLET

For added convenience there is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet located in the floor console.

NOTE:

• Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced.

• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your new vehicle warranty.

Power Outlet

F15 Fuse 15 Amp Blue Cigar/Power

Outlet Front Console

UTILITY

TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)

Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)

TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE

Towing Condition

Flat Tow NONE

Dolly Tow

On Trailer ALL OK OK

NOTE:

• Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be flat towed when recreational towing at speeds up to 65 mph (105km/h), for any distance, if the manual transmission is in NEUTRAL.

• This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the ground.

Wheels OFF the Ground

Front OK OK Rear

Manual Transmission

Transmission in NEUTRAL

NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED

Automatic Transmission

NOT ALLOWED

CAUTION!

•

Do not flat tow any vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain will result. If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive wheels are off the ground.

• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Fiat ABARTH 500 2017, ABARTH 500 CABRIO 2017 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME

WELCOME FROM FIAT

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA

Use Of Aftermarket Products (Electronics)

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

DRIVER COCKPIT

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

GETTING STARTED

KEY FOB

Locking and Unlocking the Doors and Liftgate

Open Power Top Remote Function

Opening The Liftgate

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM

To Arm The System

To Disarm The System

POWER DOOR LOCKS

Auto Door Locks

POWER WINDOWS

Power Window Switches

Auto-Down

Wind Buffeting

LIFTGATE

OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

Occupant Restraint Systems Features

Important Safety Precautions

Seat Belt Systems

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)

Child Restraints

Transporting Pets

HEAD RESTRAINTS

Front Non-Adjustable Head Restraints

Rear Head Restraints

FRONT SEATS

Forward/Rearward Adjustment

Recline Adjustment

Seat Height Adjustment

EZ Entry Feature

REAR SEATS

Folding Rear Seatback

TILT STEERING COLUMN

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE

ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS

LIGHTS

Multifunction Lever

Turn Signals

Lane Change Assist

Headlights

Parking Lights

High Beams

Flash-To-Pass

Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay

Fog Lights — If Equipped

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS

Front Windshield Wiper Operation

Rear Windshield Wiper

SPEED CONTROL

To Activate

To Set A Desired Speed

To Deactivate

To Resume Speed

To Vary The Speed Setting

To Accelerate For Passing

POWER WINDOWS

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS

Air Recirculation

Heated Mirrors

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)

Automatic Operation

Air Recirculation

Heated Mirrors

SPORT MODE

Manual Transmission

AUTOSTICK — AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

POWER SUNROOF

To Open