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2017 FIA

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500 ABAR

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ABARTH

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Third Edition

Printed in U.S.A.

©2016  FCA US LLC. All Rights Reserved.

FIAT is a registered trademark of FCA Group

Marketing S.p.A., used under license by FCA US LLC.

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Summary of Contents for 500 ABARTH 2017

Page 1: ...FIAT 500 ABARTH FIAT 500 ABARTH A N D A B A R T H C A B R I O Third Edition Printed in U S A 2016 FCA US LLC All Rights Reserved FIAT is a registered trademark of FCA Group Marketing S p A used under...

Page 2: ...ptions are less sharp your reflexes are slower and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking Never drink and then drive This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and...

Page 3: ...ICLE 9 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109 5 STARTING AND OPERATING 185 6 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 249 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 269 8 MAINTENAN...

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Page 5: ...INTRODUCTION CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 4 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL 4 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS 6 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 6 VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS 7 1...

Page 6: ...ts customers The Warranty with terms and conditions for main taining its validity The range of additional services available to FCA US LLC customers NOTE After reviewing the owner information it shoul...

Page 7: ...Consult the following table for a description of the symbols that may be used on your vehicle or through out this Owner s Manual 1 INTRODUCTION 5...

Page 8: ...may miss important information Observe all Warnings and Cautions VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number VIN is found on the left front corner of the instrument panel visible...

Page 9: ...r the VIN VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS ALTERATIONS WARNING Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to a collision resulting in serio...

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Page 11: ...Disarm The System 14 REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY 15 To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate 15 Remote Key Unlock Driver Door All Doors 1st Press 16 Opening Power Top Remote Function 16 To Lock The Doors And Liftga...

Page 12: ...int Systems SRS 34 Child Restraints 47 Transporting Pets 63 ENGINE BREAK IN RECOMMENDATIONS 63 SAFETY TIPS 64 Transporting Passengers 64 Exhaust Gas 65 Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle...

Page 13: ...t sold you your new vehicle has the key code numbers for your vehicle locks These numbers can be used to order duplicate keys Mechanical Ignition Key Removal 1 Place the gear selector in PARK if equip...

Page 14: ...rned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons A child or others could be seriously or fatall...

Page 15: ...ch have an embedded electronic chip transponder to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation Therefore only keys that are pro grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle NOTE A ke...

Page 16: ...conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE Changes or modificati...

Page 17: ...onnected The exterior lights will flash and the horn will sound If this occurs disarm the vehicle security alarm REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate fr...

Page 18: ...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...

Page 19: ...all doors and the liftgate The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the signal Programming Additional Key Fobs Refer to Sentry Key in this section for further infor ma...

Page 20: ...nd turn the screw to lock it into place General Information The following regulatory statement applies to all Radio Frequency RF devices equipped in this vehicle This device complies with Part 15 of t...

Page 21: ...oor handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle indicating locked when the door is closed the door will lock WARNING Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in h...

Page 22: ...jured Chil dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake brake pedal or the gear selector Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to children A child could o...

Page 23: ...Automatic Door Locks feature in accor dance with local laws Refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information POWER WINDOWS Power Window Switches There are sin...

Page 24: ...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...

Page 25: ...ssist the props when opening the liftgate in cold weather OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Some of the most important safety features in your vehicle are the restraint systems Occupant Restraint Systems Fea...

Page 26: ...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 belt...

Page 27: ...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 whenev...

Page 28: ...lert 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...

Page 29: ...s 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 Continued WARNING Continued Be sure everyone...

Page 30: ...creasing the possibility of injury Wear your seat belt snugly A seat belt that is worn under your arm is dan gerous Your body could strike the inside surfaces Continued WARNING Continued of the vehicl...

Page 31: ...at 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 3 When...

Page 32: ...lt will automatically retract to its stowed position If necessary slide the latch plate down the webbing to allow the seat belt to retract fully Lap Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the followin...

Page 33: ...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 Ext...

Page 34: ...is vehicle has a seat belt system with an Energy Management feature in the front seating positions that may help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a collision The seat belt system has...

Page 35: ...ious 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 How To Engage The Automatic Locking M...

Page 36: ...wir ing associated with the electrical Air Bag System Com ponents Your vehicle may be equipped with the fol lowing Air Bag System Components Air Bag System Components Occupant Restraint Controller OR...

Page 37: ...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 aft...

Page 38: ...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 Driver...

Page 39: ...air bag to inflate Do not put anything on or around the air bag covers or attempt to open them manually You Continued WARNING Continued may damage the air bags and you could be injured because the ai...

Page 40: ...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 restr...

Page 41: ...m 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...

Page 42: ...njury from a deploying air bag WARNING Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the SABICs The trim covering above the side windows where the SABIC and its deploym...

Page 43: ...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 clo...

Page 44: ...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 be low Air Ba...

Page 45: ...f the irritation continues see your doctor If these particles settle on your clothing follow the garment manufacturer s instructions for cleaning Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have depl...

Page 46: ...ng the system and starting the engine 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 orde...

Page 47: ...tarted Customer Action Customer Will See NOTE Each step MUST BE held for at least two seconds Turn hazard flashers OFF Manually If a reset procedure step is not completed within 60 seconds then the tu...

Page 48: ...uch as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems per formed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and saf...

Page 49: ...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 Continued WARN...

Page 50: ...the height or weight limits of their child restraint Either an Infant Carrier or a Con vertible Child Restraint facing rearward in the rear seat of the ve hicle Small Children Children who are at leas...

Page 51: ...en 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 ha...

Page 52: ...ainst 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 failur...

Page 53: ...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 I...

Page 54: ...r Anchors Only Seat Belt Only LATCH Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Seat Belt Top Tether Anchor Rear Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs 29 5 kg X X Rear Facing Child Restraint More than 65 lbs 29 5 k...

Page 55: ...eating 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...

Page 56: ...9 5 kg Can the LATCH anchorages and the seat belt be used together to attach a rear facing or forward facing child restraint No Do not use the seat belt when you use the LATCH anchorage system to atta...

Page 57: ...aints be re moved Yes Yes all may 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 anch...

Page 58: ...ap after it is attached to the anchorage 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 cent...

Page 59: ...straint 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...

Page 60: ...failure of the restraint The child could be badly injured or killed Follow the child restraint manufacturer s direc tions exactly when installing an infant or child restraint The seat belts in the pas...

Page 61: ...e Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a for ward facing child restraint Weight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a for ward facing ch...

Page 62: ...ot twist the buckle stalk in a seating position with an ALR re tractor Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor ALR Child restraint systems are designed to be secured...

Page 63: ...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 s...

Page 64: ...e 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 anot...

Page 65: ...ove 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 braki...

Page 66: ...first few thousand miles kilometers of operation This should be considered a normal part of the break in and not interpreted as a problem Please check your oil level with the engine oil indicator oft...

Page 67: ...hange is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the vehicle or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is damaged have a competent mechanic inspect the...

Page 68: ...ervice if your defroster is inoperable Floor Mat Safety Information Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your vehicle Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and th...

Page 69: ...bjects cannot fall or slide into the driver s side floor area when the vehicle is moving Objects can become trapped under accelerator brake or clutch pedals and could cause a loss of vehicle control C...

Page 70: ...tion pres sure Lights Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and exterior lights while you work the controls Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel Door L...

Page 71: ...Mirror If Equipped 76 Power Mirrors 76 Folding Mirrors 77 Heated Mirrors If Equipped 78 Sun Visors 78 SEATS 78 Forward Rearward Adjustment 79 Recline Adjustment 80 Seat Height Adjustment 80 EZ Entry...

Page 72: ...y The Speed Setting 94 To Accelerate For Passing 95 REAR PARK ASSIST IF EQUIPPED 95 Rear Park Assist Sensors 96 Rear Park Assist Warning Display 96 Rear Park Assist Display 96 Rear Park Assist Audible...

Page 73: ...CUPHOLDERS 105 STORAGE 106 Glove Compartment 106 CARGO AREA FEATURES 106 REAR WINDOW FEATURES 107 Rear Window Defroster 107 3 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71...

Page 74: ...tion in Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle for more information The soft top cannot be lowered in temperatures lower than 22 F 30 C but it can be closed at tempera tures as low as 4 F 20 C Th...

Page 75: ...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 8...

Page 76: ...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 cl...

Page 77: ...Day Night Mirror The mirror can be adjusted up down left and right for various drivers The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view through the rear window Headlight glare from vehicles behind...

Page 78: ...auto dimming feature is enabled NOTE This feature is disabled when the vehicle is moving in REVERSE CAUTION To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning never spray any cleaning solution directly on...

Page 79: ...Relying too much on your passenger side mirror could cause you to collide with another vehicle or other object Use your inside mirror when judging the size or distance of a vehicle seen in the passen...

Page 80: ...ont windshield The sun visors can be rotated downward or up against the door glass Both sun visors are equipped with courtesy mirrors To view the courtesy mirror slide the mirror cover outward SEATS S...

Page 81: ...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 ad...

Page 82: ...ous 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...

Page 83: ...ck may first be returned upright prior to going back to the last fore aft memory position on the tracks This results in the seat back memory being set only The track will then be locked forward of its...

Page 84: ...at that has been overheated could cause serious burns due to the increased surface temperature of the seat Front Non Adjustable Head Restraints The non adjustable head restraints are form fitted into...

Page 85: ...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...

Page 86: ...catch under the front edge of the hood near the center and raise the hood 3 Lift the hood prop rod that clips to the right side left side when standing in front of the hood of the engine compartment P...

Page 87: ...age do not slam the hood to close it Lower hood to approximately 12 inches 30 cm and drop the hood to close Make sure hood is fully closed for both latches Never drive vehicle unless hood is fully clo...

Page 88: ...lever toward the steer ing wheel This will turn on the high beams until the lever is released Parking Lights To turn on the parking lights remove the key or turn the ignition to OFF LOCK position and...

Page 89: ...Then the turn signal right or left will automatically turn off Follow Me Home Headlight Delay When this feature is selected the driver can choose to have the headlights remain on for a preset period...

Page 90: ...push the switch to the left to turn on the left light CAUTION Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the switch is in the center position or that the lights are off to avoid draining the batt...

Page 91: ...ck 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 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS The wi...

Page 92: ...crease 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 Manual H...

Page 93: ...he windshield wiper con trol 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 leve...

Page 94: ...ver 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 WARNING Do not adjust the steeri...

Page 95: ...l indicator light will turn off The system should be turned off when not in use WARNING Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in use is dangerous You could accidentally set the system or cause...

Page 96: ...ed 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...

Page 97: ...ills 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...

Page 98: ...d the detected obstacle Refer to Uconnect Settings in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information Rear Park Assist Display When the vehicle is in REVERSE the warning display will turn...

Page 99: ...tem SIGNAL MEANING INDICATION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present within the sensors field of view Audible Signal dashboard loud speaker Sound pulses emitted at a rate that increases as the dista...

Page 100: ...cluster dis play Refer to Instrument Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instrument Panel for further information The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the ignition is in the ON RUN p...

Page 101: ...oblem causing a failure indication to be displayed in the instrument cluster display WARNING Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Park Assist system Always check carefully...

Page 102: ...d It is recommended that the driver looks over his her shoulder when using Rear Park Assist POWER SUNROOF IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof switch is located in the overhead console WARNING Never leave ch...

Page 103: ...r 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 sun roof Pinch Protect Feature Thi...

Page 104: ...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 su...

Page 105: ...power rating is exceeded the fuse protecting the system will need to be replaced Continued CAUTION Continued Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object in the p...

Page 106: ...etc will degrade the battery even more quickly Only use these inter mittently and with great caution Continued CAUTION Continued After the use of high power draw accessories or long periods of the veh...

Page 107: ...lders are located on the floor console between the front seats For rear passengers there are cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats Front Cupholders Rear Cupholde...

Page 108: ...own 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 ca...

Page 109: ...excessive battery drain use the rear window defroster only when the engine is operating CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements Use care when washing the insi...

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Page 111: ...dicator Lights 141 Blue Telltale Indicator Lights 142 White Telltale Indicator Lights 143 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY 143 Instrument Cluster Display And Controls 144 Display Menu Set Up 145 Oil Change...

Page 112: ...xt Reply 169 Radio Operation And Mobile Phones 170 Harmful Interference Statement 170 Additional Information 170 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 171 Radio Operation 171 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES...

Page 113: ...trol 8 Glove Compartment 14 Gear Selector 3 Instrument Cluster 9 Rear Defrost Button 15 Sport Button 4 Windshield Wiper Washer Trip Com puter 10 Hazard Button 16 Horn Driver Air Bag 5 Central Air Vent...

Page 114: ...r The boost gauge indicates the intake manifold pressure relative to barometric pressure The engine management system in your vehicle intelligently regulates intake manifold pressure based on environ...

Page 115: ...SPORT INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS Sport Instrument Cluster Base 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 113...

Page 116: ...Sport Instrument Cluster Sport Mode 114 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 117: ...g range WARNING Driving with a hot engine cooling system could damage your vehicle If the temperature gauge reads H pull over and stop the vehicle Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off...

Page 118: ...nt fuel consumption the style changes according to vehicle version while minimum and maximum values change depending on selected unit The possible labels are mpg Km l l 100 km Sport Mode Gas Pedal Per...

Page 119: ...SPORT TURBO INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS Sport Turbo Instrument Cluster Base 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 117...

Page 120: ...Sport Turbo Instrument Cluster Sport Mode 118 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 121: ...le Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the Continued WARNING Continued pointer remains on the H turn the engine off immediately a...

Page 122: ...The possible labels are mpg Km l l 100 km Turbo Sport Mode Turbo Boost Gauge This gauge shows what pressure the turbo boost is currently at NOTE Different trips may have different values even if the...

Page 123: ...eaches the red area ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage 2 Temperature Gauge The temperature gauge shows engine coolant tem perature Any reading within the normal range indicates that t...

Page 124: ...dealer for service if your vehicle overheats If you decide to look under the hood yourself see Maintaining Your Vehicle Follow the warnings under the Cool ing System Pressure Cap paragraph 3 Speedome...

Page 125: ...lights switch on in the instru ment panel together with a dedicated message and or acoustic signal when applicable These indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered...

Page 126: ...til the fault is cleared If the light comes on inter mittently or remains on while driving have an authorized dealer service the vehicle imme diately Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light Red Telltale Ligh...

Page 127: ...he brake fluid level is low or that there is a problem with the anti lock brake system reservoir If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged and the fluid level is at the full m...

Page 128: ...vehicle You could have a collision Have the vehicle checked immediately Vehicles equipped with the Anti Lock Brake System ABS are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force Distribution EBD CAUTION In...

Page 129: ...he light will either stay on or flash de pending on the nature of the problem Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle is safely and completely stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK positi...

Page 130: ...Telltale Light What It Means Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condition As engine coolant temperatures rise and the gauge approaches H this indicator will ill...

Page 131: ...minate when a door is ajar open and not fully closed Driver s Door Open Passenger Door Open Driver and Passenger Door Open Liftgate Open Warning Light Red Telltale Light What It Means Liftgate Open Wa...

Page 132: ...message re mains after restarting the engine WARNING If you continue operating the vehicle when the Transmission Temperature Warning Light is illumi nated you could cause the fluid to boil over come...

Page 133: ...eans Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Warning Light The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is lower than the recommended value and or that slow...

Page 134: ...afety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Ac...

Page 135: ...nt the TPMS from functioning properly Al ways check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replac ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and whe...

Page 136: ...ion cycles and the vehicle has been driven several miles kilometers at speeds greater than 30 mph 48 km h see your authorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected The...

Page 137: ...systems The light will illuminate when the ignition is in the MAR ACC ON RUN position before en gine start If the bulb does not come on when turning the key from STOP OFF LOCK to MAR ACC ON RUN have...

Page 138: ...catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur Immediate service is required Rear Defrost Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Rear Defrost Light This indicator will illuminate when t...

Page 139: ...k Brake System ABS light illuminates to indi cate function check at vehicle startup If the light remains on after startup or comes on and stays on at road speeds it may indicate that the ABS has detec...

Page 140: ...l Cut Off Not Available Parking Sensor Failure DST System Failure Icy Road Condition Indicator Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Icy Road Condition Indicator Light This light will illuminate d...

Page 141: ...tempt was made to break into the vehicle Stop Light Failure Indicator Light Yellow Telltale Light What It Means Stop Light Failure Indicator Light This light will illuminate if one or more of the sto...

Page 142: ...anking when the ambient temperature is less than 22 F 30 C and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used The Glow Plug light will flash during in cold weath...

Page 143: ...rear as selected when the multi function lever is moved down left or up right Park Headlight On Indicator Light Green Telltale Light What It Means Park Headlight On Indicator Light This indicator wil...

Page 144: ...r Lights High Beam Indicator Light Blue Telltale Light What It Means High Beam Indicator Light This indicator shows that the high beam headlights are on Push the multifunction control lever away from...

Page 145: ...ll activate the display for viewing and display the total miles kilometers in the odometer Your instrument cluster display is designed to display important information about your vehicle s systems and...

Page 146: ...ly one second to return to the main screen Push and release the up arrow button to scroll upward through the displayed menu and the related options or to increase the displayed value Push and release...

Page 147: ...Display Menu Set Up Instrument Cluster Display Menu Screen Instrument Cluster Display Menu Screen Continued 4 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 145...

Page 148: ...e pushes to select the new setting 3 Briefly push and release the MENU button to store the new setting and go back to the main menu option previously selected Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With...

Page 149: ...gine 2 Fully push the accelerator pedal slowly three times within 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position NOTE If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle the oil...

Page 150: ...o back to the menu screen or push and hold the MENU approxi mately one second to go back to the main screen without storing settings Tire Pressure This function will be used to display the tire pressu...

Page 151: ...untain roads etc and conditions of use of the vehicle load tire pressure etc Trip planning must take into account the above notes Distance Traveled This value shows the distance covered since the last...

Page 152: ...r down arrow button then highlight the Buzzer Volume Push and release the MENU button to enter the Buzzer Volume MENU 2 Push and release the up or down arrow button for setting 3 Briefly push and rele...

Page 153: ...w button to select Service Push and release the MENU button push and release the up or down arrow button to reset NOTE The Scheduled Servicing Plan includes car maintenance at fixed intervals This is...

Page 154: ...se the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or push and hold the MENU button approximately one second to go back to the main screen Headlight Adjustment Submenu Settings 2 3 0 1 Return to MENU Tr...

Page 155: ...tivate On or to deactivate Off the sound system info displaying proceed as follows 1 Briefly push and release the MENU button Push and release the up or down arrow button to highlight See Radio and pu...

Page 156: ...ion and push and release the MENU button 2 Push and release the up or down button for setting 3 Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or push and hold the MENU button...

Page 157: ...eached It may be possible that vehicle systems including safety related systems could be im paired or a loss of vehicle control could occur that may result in an accident involving serious injury or d...

Page 158: ...Uconnect Owner s Manual Supplement IPOD USB MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL IF EQUIPPED This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be plugged into the USB or AUX port located in the center console UCO...

Page 159: ...the Display Off button on the faceplate a second time to turn the screen on Push the Back Arrow button on the faceplate to exit out of a Menu or certain option on the Uconnect system Buttons On The T...

Page 160: ...n on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Display Mode Auto Manual NOTE When the Display Mode feature is set to Auto the radio touchscreen s brightn...

Page 161: ...measure After pressing Custom on the touchscreen you may select from one of the below menu items Setting Name Selectable Options Fuel Consumption MPG US MPG UK L 100 km km L Temperature C F Pressure...

Page 162: ...then select AM or PM Show Time Status On Off Set Date Set Date NOTE Press the corresponding arrows above and below the current date to adjust Sync Time If Equipped On Off NOTE When in the Sync Time di...

Page 163: ...ks On Off NOTE When the Auto Door Locks feature is selected all doors will lock automatically when the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph 20 km h Remote Door Unlock Door Unlock Driver All NOTE When Dri...

Page 164: ...en in the Equalizer display you may adjust the Bass Mid and Treble settings Bass Mid Treble allow you to simply slide your finger up or down to change the setting as well as press directly on the desi...

Page 165: ...lay time expires Phone Bluetooth After pressing the Phone Bluetooth button on the touchscreen the following settings will be available Setting Name Selectable Options Paired Phones List of Paired Phon...

Page 166: ...eft to play Channel Skip Channel Skip NOTE SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to exclude undesirable channels while scanning Subscr...

Page 167: ...gs to default Once the settings are re stored a pop up appears stating settings reset to default Clear Personal Data After pressing the Clear Personal Data Settings but ton on the touchscreen the foll...

Page 168: ...noise Wind and passenger con versations 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 r...

Page 169: ...p 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...

Page 170: ...to learn a Voice Command push the VR button and say Help The system will provide you with a list of commands Media Uconnect offers connections via USB Bluetooth and Auxiliary ports If Equipped Voice o...

Page 171: ...le phone paired to Uconnect sys tem 1 Once an incoming text message is read to you push the PHONE button After the beep say Re ply 2 Listen to the Uconnect prompts After the beep repeat one of the pre...

Page 172: ...one operation Harmful Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following conditions This device may not caus...

Page 173: ...ayer etc and can also be used to select enter an item while scrolling through menu The left hand control is a rocker type switch with a push button in the center The function of the left hand control...

Page 174: ...radio If your radio performance does not satisfactorily clear by the repo sitioning of the antenna it is recommended that the radio volume be turned down or off during mobile phone operation CLIMATE...

Page 175: ...ulation can be used in all modes except for Defrost The A C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection Temperature Control Use this control to regulate the temperature of...

Page 176: ...lets can be moved up and down or side to side to regulate airflow direction There is a shut off wheel located below the air vanes to shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from these outlets Bi Leve...

Page 177: ...lower level will increase Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging CAUTION Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to t...

Page 178: ...on Push and release to change the current setting the indicator illuminates when A C is ON Performing this function again will cause the A C operation to switch into manual mode and the A C indicator...

Page 179: ...hout disturbing the mode control selection AUTO Button Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution and amount Performing this function will cause the system...

Page 180: ...lets The Mode settings are as follows Panel Mode Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel Each of these outlets can be individu ally adjusted to direct the flow of air The air van...

Page 181: ...Mode Air is directed through the floor defrost and side window demister outlets This setting works best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield This set ting is good for...

Page 182: ...For improved fuel economy push the A C button to turn off the air conditioning and manually adjust the blower and airflow mode settings Also make sure to select only Panel Bi Level or Floor modes NOT...

Page 183: ...1 Push the AUTO button on the faceplate 2 Next adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the driver and passenger temperature control buttons Once the desired temperatu...

Page 184: ...section for suggested control settings for various weather condi tions Summer Operation The engine cooling system must be protected with a high quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper corro sion...

Page 185: ...or Mix mode and increase the front blower speed Do not use the Recirculation mode without A C for long periods as fogging may occur Outside Air Intake Make sure the air intake located directly in fron...

Page 186: ...Operating Tips Chart 184 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL...

Page 187: ...l Down 190 MANUAL TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED 190 Five Speed Manual Transmission 190 Recommended Shift Speeds 192 Downshifting 192 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IF EQUIPPED 193 Key Ignition Park Interlock 194 B...

Page 188: ...Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light 212 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION 213 Tire Markings 213 Tire Identification Number TIN 216 Tire Terminology And Definitions 217 Tire Loading And Tire Pressure 218 TIRES GEN...

Page 189: ...L REQUIREMENTS 242 Reformulated Gasoline 242 Gasoline Oxygenate Blends 242 E 85 Usage In Non Flex Fuel Vehicles 243 CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications 243 MMT In Gasoline 244 Materials Added To Fuel...

Page 190: ...the gear selector in NEUTRAL and press the clutch pedal before starting the vehicle This vehicle is equipped with a clutch interlocking ignition system It will not start unless the clutch pedal is pr...

Page 191: ...prescribed oil change intervals is important to prevent engine damage and ensure satisfactory starting in cold conditions Extended Park Starting NOTE Extended Park condition occurs when the ve hicle h...

Page 192: ...speed will automatically decrease as the engine warms up Turbocharger Cool Down This vehicle is equipped with an after run pump to cool the turbocharger after the engine is shut off Depending on the t...

Page 193: ...to use only the lower gears For steady highway driving with light accelerations fifth gear is recommended Never drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and never try to hold the vehicle on a...

Page 194: ...a gear while downshifting or downshift at too high of a vehicle speed these conditions may cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is selected and the clutch pedal is released Damage to the...

Page 195: ...anted movement When leaving the vehicle always remove the ignition key from the vehicle and lock the vehicle Continued WARNING Continued Never leave children alone in a vehicle or with access to an un...

Page 196: ...ft the transmission out of PARK the igni tion must be turned to the ON RUN mode engine running or not and the brake pedal must be pressed Six Speed Automatic Transmission The transmission gear positio...

Page 197: ...nto the DRIVE D position for access to PARK REVERSE and NEUTRAL Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range NOTE After selecting any gear range wait a...

Page 198: ...al Continued WARNING Continued Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure those in or near the vehicle As with all vehicles you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is running Before exitin...

Page 199: ...ransmission gear position display and verify that it indicates the PARK position P With brake pedal released verify that the gear selec tor will not move out of PARK REVERSE R This range is for moving...

Page 200: ...improve performance and extend trans mission life by reducing excessive shifting and heat buildup If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operat ing limits the transmission controller will exp...

Page 201: ...orized dealer service is required AUTOSTICK AutoStick is a driver interactive transmission feature providing manual shift control giving you more control of the vehicle AutoStick allows you to maximiz...

Page 202: ...ate gear is requested Avoid using speed control when AutoStick is en gaged because the transmission will not shift auto matically Transmission shifting will be more noticeable when AutoStick is enable...

Page 203: ...oad has standing water or puddles 3 Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first become visible 4 Keep tires properly inflated 5 Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and the vehicle...

Page 204: ...r than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle Continued CAUTION Continued Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way befo...

Page 205: ...e instrument cluster screen they indicate that extreme steering maneuvers may have occurred which caused an over temperature condition in the power steering system Once driving conditions are safe pul...

Page 206: ...When parking on a hill it is important to turn the front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade The parking brake should always be applied whenever the d...

Page 207: ...rviced by an authorized dealer immediately SPORT MODE Manual Transmission If Equipped In Sport mode the engine is more responsive to the throttle pedal and provides more maximum torque by increasing t...

Page 208: ...increased pedal travel during application greater pedal force required to slow or stop and potential activation of the Brake System Warning Light In the event power assist is lost for any reason i e...

Page 209: ...firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop Continued WARNING Continued The Anti Lock Brake System ABS cannot pre vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle nor can...

Page 210: ...resulting from excessive speed in turns Continued WARNING Continued driving on very slippery surfaces or hydroplan ing The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless...

Page 211: ...s in forward gear vehicle backing uphill is in REVERSE gear WARNING There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer when the system will not activate and slight...

Page 212: ...ess than appropriate for the steering wheel position NOTE The ESC Off switch is located left of the steering column Manual Transmission Only WARNING The Electronic Stability Control ESC cannot prevent...

Page 213: ...rade ESC performance Any vehicle modifica tion or poor vehicle maintenance that reduces the effectiveness of the ESC system can increase the risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal i...

Page 214: ...ru ment cluster To turn ESC ON again momentarily press the ESC OFF switch WARNING In the ESC Full Off mode the engine torque reduction and stability features are cancelled Therefore the enhanced vehic...

Page 215: ...peed and driving to the prevailing road conditions NOTE The ESC Activation Malfunction Indicator Light and the ESC OFF Indicator Light come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned ON Ea...

Page 216: ...ing the size designation Example LT235 85R16 Temporary spare tires are designed for temporary emergency use only Temporary high pressure com pact spare tires have the letter T or S molded into the sid...

Page 217: ...Symbol A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol...

Page 218: ...te sidewall side of the tire Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle If the TIN is not found on the outboard side then you will find it on the inboard s...

Page 219: ...ld Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile 1 6 km after sitting f...

Page 220: ...ng And Tire Pressure Tire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Check...

Page 221: ...nd can result in over heating and tire failure Over inflation reduces a tire s ability to cushion shock Objects on the road and chuck holes can cause damage that results in tire failure Unequal tire p...

Page 222: ...t ing And Operating or the Tire Information Supple ment located in your Owner s Information kit NOTE Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition gross axle weight ratings GAWRs for the front and rear axl...

Page 223: ...Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capa...

Page 224: ...ur tires is dangerous Overload ing can cause tire failure affect vehicle handling and increase your stopping distance Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle Never overload them 22...

Page 225: ...ndling and can fail suddenly resulting in loss of vehicle control Unequal tire pressures can cause steering prob lems You could lose control of your vehicle Unequal tire pressures from one side of the...

Page 226: ...tire pressure always reinstall the valve stem cap This will pre vent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem which could damage the valve stem Inflation pressures specified on the placard are...

Page 227: ...or recommended safe operating speeds loading and cold tire inflation pres sures WARNING High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi mum load is dangerous The added strain on your tires could cause...

Page 228: ...Season Tires If Equipped Summer tires provide traction in both wet and dry conditions and are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice If your vehicle is equipped with Summer tires be aware these...

Page 229: ...poorer than that of non studded tires Some states prohibit studded tires therefore local laws should be checked before using these tire types Run Flat Tires If Equipped Run Flat tires allow you the c...

Page 230: ...the driver s side door opening or on the sidewall of the tire Compact spare tire descriptions begin with the letter T or S preceding the size designation Ex ample T145 80D18 103M T S Temporary Spare T...

Page 231: ...wheel is designed specifically for the collapsible spare tire WARNING Compact and Collapsible spares are for temporary emergency use only With these spares do not drive more than 50 mph 80 km h Tempo...

Page 232: ...ing Information Plac ard located on the driver s side B Pillar or the rear edge of the driver s side door Replace or repair the original equipment tire at the first opportunity and reinstall it on you...

Page 233: ...tterns will reduce tread life resulting in the need for earlier tire replace ment Distance driven Performance tires tires with a speed rating of V or higher and Summer tires typically have a reduced t...

Page 234: ...e original wheels It is recommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original equipment dealer with any questions you may have on tire specifications or capability Fail ure to use equivalent...

Page 235: ...ual rates These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type tires Rotation will...

Page 236: ...ice practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction Grades The Traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet p...

Page 237: ...eriod The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire sidewall Refer to Tires General Information in Starting And Operating for information on how...

Page 238: ...ptimized for the original equipment tires and wheels TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle Undesirable system Continued CAUTION Continued operati...

Page 239: ...to the Re ceiver Module NOTE It is particularly important for you to check the tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly and to maintain the proper pressure The TPMS consists of the...

Page 240: ...e does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor Therefore the TPMS will not monitor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has...

Page 241: ...e stem transmit tire pressure readings to the receiver module The TPMS consists of the following components Receiver module Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors Various Tire Pressure Monitoring Syste...

Page 242: ...on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid The system fault will sound a chime and also display a Service Tire Pressure Monitoring System message in the instrument cluster for approximately 5...

Page 243: ...ght will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then remain on solid In addition the instrument cluster will display a Service TPM System mes sage For each subsequent ignition switch cycle a chime will s...

Page 244: ...at high speeds can cause damage and immediate ser vice is required Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard starting stalling and hesitations If you experience these symptoms try another...

Page 245: ...Flex Fuel Vehicles Non Flex Fuel Vehicles FFV are compatible with gaso line containing up to 15 ethanol E 15 Gasoline with higher ethanol content may void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty If a Non FFV...

Page 246: ...ulated gasoline Materials Added To Fuel Besides using unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating gasolines that contain detergents corrosion and stability additives are recommended Using gasoline...

Page 247: ...y of the manufacturer and may void or not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty NOTE Intentional tampering with the emissions con trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed a...

Page 248: ...et impurities into the fuel system Also a poorly fitting after market cap can cause the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL to illuminate due to fuel vapors escaping from the system To avoid fuel spillage...

Page 249: ...possibly loose improperly installed or damaged If the system detects a malfunction the gASCAP message will display in the odometer display Tighten the gas cap until a clicking sound is heard This is...

Page 250: ...trailer provided all four wheels are OFF the ground This vehicle may also be towed using a tow dolly with the front wheels OFF the ground Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions may be flat towed...

Page 251: ...Precautions 253 Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit 254 WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 259 Torque Specifications 259 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 261 Preparations For Jump Start 261 Jump Starting P...

Page 252: ...e vehicle locked NOTE With extended use the Hazard Warning flash ers may wear down your battery IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations you can reduce the potential for overheating...

Page 253: ...he air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the normal range If the pointer remains on the H red mark for more than a minute turn the engine off immediately and call for service TIR...

Page 254: ...Kit Sealant and to inflate the tire Use the Sealant Hose clear hose 6 when selecting this mode Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button 4 once to turn on the Tire Service Kit Push and...

Page 255: ...wheel compo nents Once the sealant dries it can easily be peeled off and properly discarded For optimum performance make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the Tire S...

Page 256: ...llow these Continued WARNING Continued warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you your passengers and others around you Take care not to allow the contents of Tire Service Kit to...

Page 257: ...tion 2 Uncoil the Sealant Hose 6 and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose 3 Place the Tire Service Kit flat on the ground next to the deflated tire 4 Remove the cap from the val...

Page 258: ...Air Pump Hose 7 only not the Sealant Hose 6 If the sealant white fluid does flow through the Sealant Hose 6 1 Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose typically ta...

Page 259: ...it should be handled carefully Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 can result in sealant Continued CAUTION Continued contacting your skin clothing and the veh...

Page 260: ...d loading information label on the driver side door opening NOTE If the tire becomes over inflated push the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to the recommended inflation pressure before co...

Page 261: ...cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose 6 and return the hose to its storage area located on the bottom of the air pump 7 Return the Tire Service Kit to its storage location in...

Page 262: ...ice After 25 miles 40 km check the lug nut bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts bolts are properly seated against the wheel WARNING To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack do not...

Page 263: ...ng instructions and precautions WARNING Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is fro zen It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury CAUTION Do not use a portable battery booster pack...

Page 264: ...rn off the heater radio and all unnecessary elec trical accessories 3 Remove the protective cover over the positive battery post To remove the cover pull upward on the cover 4 If using another vehicle...

Page 265: ...o not use any other exposed metal parts 5 Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery let the engine idle a few minutes and then turn the key to RUN position on the vehicle with the d...

Page 266: ...clutch or transmission failure during prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle NOTE Push the ESC Off switch to place the Elec tronic Stability Control ESC system in Partial Off mode before rocking th...

Page 267: ...ve the gear selector 1 Turn the engine OFF 2 Firmly apply the parking brake 3 Remove the gear selector override access cover lo cated on the right side of the gear selector housing by prying at the bo...

Page 268: ...ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to pre vent damage to your vehicle Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose following equipment manuf...

Page 269: ...pped with an automatic transmission Damage to the drivetrain will result If these vehicles require towing make sure all drive wheels are OFF the ground Continued CAUTION Continued Towing this vehicle...

Page 270: ...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 o...

Page 271: ...Engine Oil 275 Engine Oil Filter 277 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 277 Maintenance Free Battery 278 Air Conditioner Maintenance 279 Body Lubrication 283 Windshield Wiper Blades 283 Adding Washer Fluid 285...

Page 272: ...BULB REPLACEMENT 308 Interior Bulbs 308 Exterior Bulbs 308 FLUID CAPACITIES 311 FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS 311 Engine 311 Chassis 313 270 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE...

Page 273: ...MPARTMENT 1 4L TURBO 1 Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 Battery 2 Engine Oil Dipstick 6 Engine Oil Fill 3 Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 Washer Fluid Reservoir 4 Front Distribution Unit Fuses 7 MAINTAINING YOUR VE...

Page 274: ...TION Prolonged driving with the MIL on could cause further damage to the emission control system It could also affect fuel economy and driveability Continued CAUTION Continued The vehicle must be serv...

Page 275: ...n Inspection and Main tenance I M this check verifies the Malfunc tion Indicator Light MIL is functioning and is not on when the engine is running and that the OBD II system is ready for testing Norma...

Page 276: ...w ready Regardless of whether your vehicle s OBD II system is ready or not if the MIL is illuminated during normal vehicle operation you should have your vehicle ser viced before going to the I M stat...

Page 277: ...mponents or negatively impact vehicle perfor mance Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an authorized dealer or qualified repair center Your vehicle has been built with improved fluids...

Page 278: ...s of oil pressure and increased oil temperature could damage your engine Change Engine Oil The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled mainte...

Page 279: ...ser vice station or governmental agency for advice on how and where used oil and oil filters can be safely dis carded in your area Engine Oil Filter The engine oil filter should be replaced with a ne...

Page 280: ...not lean over a battery when attaching clamps If Continued WARNING Continued acid splashes in eyes or on skin flush the area immediately with large amounts of water Refer to Jump Starting Procedures i...

Page 281: ...is service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a perfor mance test Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time WARNING Use only refrigerants and compressor lubricants approved...

Page 282: ...frigerants Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R1234yf If Equipped R 1234yf Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydro fluoolefine HFO that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozo...

Page 283: ...he following procedure to replace the filter 1 Remove the Torx screw that secures the passenger side console closeout cover 2 Pull the console closeout cover rearward to disen gage the front retaining...

Page 284: ...air filter position indicators pointing in the same direction as removal CAUTION The cabin air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter Failure to properly i...

Page 285: ...Fall and Spring Apply a small amount of a high quality lubricant such as Mopar Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blad...

Page 286: ...d to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass 3 Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder 4 Install the wiper blade pivo...

Page 287: ...ide or rear of the vehicle is damaged have an authorized technician inspect the complete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken damaged deteriorated or mispositioned parts Open seams or loo...

Page 288: ...d prevent possible catalyst damage NOTE Intentional tampering with emissions control systems can result in civil penalties being assessed against you In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctio...

Page 289: ...ator has had time to cool Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is hot Coolant Checks Check engine coolant antifreeze protection every 12 months before the onset of freezin...

Page 290: ...authorized dealer as soon as possible Continued CAUTION Continued Do not use water alone or alcohol based engine coolant antifreeze products Do not use addi tional rust inhibitors or antirust products...

Page 291: ...e of lower quality water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system NOTE It is the owner s responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing a...

Page 292: ...ring proper disposal Check with your local authorities to determine the disposal rules for your community To prevent ingestion by animals or children do not store ethylene glycol based engine coolant...

Page 293: ...engine coolant antifreeze additions are required the cooling system should be pressure tested for leaks Maintain engine coolant antifreeze concentration at a minimum of 50 OAT coolant conforming to MS...

Page 294: ...caused by a leak and a checkup may be needed NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission the brake fluid reservoir supplies fluid to both the brake system and the clutch release system...

Page 295: ...ed and vinyl surfaces care should be taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contami nate the brake fluid Brake seal components could be damaged causing pa...

Page 296: ...e correct level using the recommended fluid No chemical flushes should be used in any transmission only the approved lubricant should be used CAUTION Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac...

Page 297: ...y Fluid And Filter Changes Under normal operating conditions the fluid installed at the factory will provide satisfactory lubrication for the life of the vehicle Routine fluid and filter changes are n...

Page 298: ...to remove road film stains and to protect your paint finish Take care never to scratch the paint Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint fin...

Page 299: ...nd to prevent corrosion Wash wheels with the same soap solution recommended for the body of the vehicle Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by salt sodium chloride magnesium chloride c...

Page 300: ...or an extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel cleaner drive your vehicle for a few minutes before doing so Driving the vehicle and applying the brakes when stopping will reduce the risk o...

Page 301: ...Clean Care should be taken to avoid soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid Please do not use polishes oils cleaning fluids solvents detergents or ammonia based cleaners to clean your leather...

Page 302: ...abrasive type cleaner Use caution when cleaning the inside rear window equipped with electric defrosters or windows equipped with radio antennas Do not use scrapers or other sharp instrument that may...

Page 303: ...or if the buckles do not work properly NOTE If the belts retract slowly inspect the upper turning loop for soiling If soiling is present clean with a wet soft cloth until all residue is removed WARNIN...

Page 304: ...ngine system gearbox system or steering sys tem blows contact an authorized dealer Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module BCM and is located on the driver s side und...

Page 305: ...dow 8 F13 7 5 Amp Brown Left Low Beam Headlamp Leveling 9 F50 7 5 Amp Brown Airbag 10 F51 5 Amp Tan Vehicle Radio Switch Climate Control Sys tem Stop Light Clutch 11 F37 5 Amp Tan Stop Light Switch In...

Page 306: ...er The ID number of the electrical component correspond ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description F01 60 Amp Blue Body Controller F02 20 Amp Yellow...

Page 307: ...Red Powertrain Multiair If Equipped F14 5 Amp Tan High Beam Shutter F15 15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter F16 7 5 Amp Brown Transmission F17 25 Amp Clear Powertrain Multiair If Equipped F17 15 Amp Blue Powert...

Page 308: ...e your battery Disconnect the negative cable from the battery Anytime you store your vehicle or keep it out of service i e vacation for two weeks or more run the air conditioning system at idle for ab...

Page 309: ...Beam Headlamp HIR2LL Front Parking Daytime Running Lamps W21 5W Front Fog Lamps H11LL Front Side Marker Lamps W3W Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W Side Direction Lamps WY5W Rear Turn Signal Lamps PY21W...

Page 310: ...occur under certain atmo spheric conditions This will usually clear as atmo spheric conditions change to allow the condensation to change back into a vapor Turning the lamps on will usually accelerate...

Page 311: ...g lights see your authorized dealer Front Rear Side Marker Lamps 1 Remove portion of the wheel liner to allow hand access to side marker lamp 2 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the b...

Page 312: ...pulling straight out 6 Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp Center High Mounted Stop Lamp CHMSL 1 Remove the two guard caps and the two fastening screws 2 Remove the center high mounted stop l...

Page 313: ...sion 5 8 Quarts 5 5 Liters FLUIDS LUBRICANTS AND GENUINE PARTS Engine Component Fluid Lubricant or Genuine Part Engine Coolant We recommend you use Mopar Antifreeze Coolant 10 Year 150 000 Mile Formul...

Page 314: ...patible coolant antifreeze If a non OAT engine Continued CAUTION Continued coolant antifreeze is introduced into the cooling system in an emergency the cooling system will need to be drained flushed...

Page 315: ...W 1 Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent Failure to use the correct fluid may affect the function or performance of your transmission Brake Master Cylinder We recommend you use Mopar DOT 3 SAE J...

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Page 317: ...MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 316 Maintenance Chart 317 8...

Page 318: ...eduled oil change is performed by someone other than your authorized dealer the message can be reset by referring to the steps described under Instru ment Cluster Display in Understanding Your Instru...

Page 319: ...otors and park brake Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses Inspect exhaust system Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off road conditions Mileage or time passed whichever come...

Page 320: ...eces sary X X X X X X X Additional Maintenance Replace cabin air conditioning filter X X X X X X X Clean and lube sun roof tracks X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Replace engine air filter X X X X X Replac...

Page 321: ...nd the right equipment If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job take your vehicle to a competent mechanic Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in...

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Page 323: ...e Reasonable With Requests 322 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE 322 FIAT Customer Center 323 FIAT Canada Customer Center 323 Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired TDD TTY 323 Service Contract 3...

Page 324: ...If you need a rental it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE The manufacturer and its authorized dealer are vitally interested in your satisf...

Page 325: ...0 CHRY Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require assistance can use the special needs relay service offered by Bell Canada For TTY teletypewriter users dial 711 and for Voice callers d...

Page 326: ...use cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of com ponent wear contain or emit chemicals known to Continued WARNING Co...

Page 327: ...numbers listed below Visa Mas tercard American Express and Discover orders are accepted Service Manuals These comprehensive Service Manuals provide the in formation that students and professional tec...

Page 328: ...uaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles In cluded are starting operating emergency and mainte nance procedures as well as specifications capabilities and safety tips Call toll free at 1 800 890 40...

Page 329: ...INDEX 10...

Page 330: ...ter 183 280 Air Conditioning Operating Tips 182 Air Conditioning Refrigerant 279 280 Air Conditioning System 181 279 Air Pressure Tires 224 Alarm Disarm The System 14 Vehicle Security Alarm 14 Alarm S...

Page 331: ...Fluid 311 Caps Filler Fuel 246 Oil Engine 276 Carbon Monoxide Warning 65 245 Cargo Area Features 106 Car Washes 296 Cellular Phone 172 Chains Tire 233 Chart Tire Sizing 214 Check Engine Light Malfunc...

Page 332: ...322 Customer Programmable Features 157 Daytime Running Lights 86 Dealer Service 274 Defroster Windshield 66 Diagnostic System Onboard 272 Dipsticks Automatic Transmission 295 Disarming Security System...

Page 333: ...Ethanol 242 Exhaust Gas Caution 65 245 Exhaust System 65 285 Exterior Lights 68 307 Filters Air Cleaner 277 Air Conditioning 183 280 Engine Oil 277 Engine Oil Disposal 277 Flashers Turn Signal 68 141...

Page 334: ...ough Flowing Rising Or Shallow Standing Water 201 Headlights 86 Cleaning 300 Switch 86 Head Restraints 82 Heated Mirrors 78 Heated Seats 81 Hill Start Assist 209 Holder Cup 105 Hood Release 84 Ignitio...

Page 335: ...nt 308 Cruise 142 143 Engine Temperature Warning 128 Exterior 68 High Beam 86 Low Fuel 140 Malfunction Indicator Check Engine 135 Park 86 141 Seat Belt Reminder 124 Service 308 Tire Pressure Monitorin...

Page 336: ...ne 275 311 Capacity 311 Change Interval 276 Checking 275 Disposal 277 Filter 277 Filter Disposal 277 Pressure Warning Light 128 Recommendation 276 311 Viscosity 276 Oil Filter Change 277 Oil Filter Se...

Page 337: ...acement Tires 232 Reporting Safety Defects 324 Restraint Head 82 Restraints Child 47 Rotation Tires 233 Safety Checks Inside Vehicle 65 Safety Checks Outside Vehicle 68 Safety Defects Reporting 324 Sa...

Page 338: ...87 141 Snow Chains Tire Chains 233 Snow Tires 227 Spare Tire 227 228 229 230 Spark Plugs 311 Specifications Oil 276 Speed Control Accel Decel 95 Speed Control Cruise Control 92 Sport Mode 205 Starting...

Page 339: ...ires 227 Spare Tire 227 228 229 230 Spinning 230 Tread Wear Indicators 230 Tire Safety Information 213 Tire Service Kit 251 252 253 254 255 257 258 259 To Open Hood 84 Towing 247 Disabled Vehicle 266...

Page 340: ...Warranty Information 4 324 Washer Adding Fluid 285 Washers Windshield 89 91 Washing Vehicle 296 Water Driving Through 201 Wheel And Wheel Trim 297 Wheel And Wheel Trim Care 297 Wind Buffeting 22 101...

Page 341: ...nection This connection should not be fused Antennas for two way radios should be mounted on the roof or the rear area of the vehicle Care should be used in mounting antennas with magnet bases Magnets...

Page 342: ...FIAT 500 ABARTH FIAT 500 ABARTH A N D A B A R T H C A B R I O Third Edition Printed in U S A 2016 FCA US LLC All Rights Reserved FIAT is a registered trademark of FCA Group Marketing S p A used under...

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