2011 FIAT FREEMONT center console

OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights,
storage for sunglasses, an interior observation mirror
and an optional power sunroof switch. (fig. 59)
COURTESY/READING LIGHTS
The overhead console has two courtesy lights. The
lights turn on when a front door, a sliding door or the
liftgate is opened. If your vehicle is equipped with
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) the lights will also turn on
when the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter is
pressed. The courtesy lights also function as reading
lights. Press in on each lens to turn these lights on while
inside the vehicle. Press the lens a second time to turn
each light off. You may adjust the direction of these
lights by pressing the outside ring, which is identified
with four directional arrows. (fig. 60)SUNGLASSES STORAGE
To access the storage compartment, press on the
raised bars on the compartment door in the center of
the console and release and the door will swing down-
ward. (fig. 61)
INTERIOR OBSERVATION MIRROR
The convex interior observation mirror provides the
driver and front seat passenger a wide field of view to
conveniently view passengers sitting in the rear passen-
ger seats. To use the interior observation mirror, press
on the raised bars on the compartment door and
release (the door will swing downward), then raise the
door until it is almost closed and release. The door will
latch in position to use the interior observation mirror.
(fig. 62)(fig. 59)
Overhead Console
(fig. 60)Courtesy/Reading Light 77
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STORAGE
GLOVEBOX STORAGE
The glovebox storage compartment is located on the
passenger side of the instrument panel. Pull on the
release handle to open the glovebox storage compart-
ment. (fig. 63)
FLOOR CONSOLE STORAGE
An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the
floor console. (fig. 64)
CENTER CONSOLE STORAGE
There is a storage compartment located under the
center console armrest. (fig. 65)(fig. 63)Glovebox Storage Compartment
(fig. 64)
Floor Console Cubby Bin(fig. 65) Center Console 79
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Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front
of the lid, to open the storage compartment. (fig. 66)
SLIDING ARMREST
The center console armrest can also be slid rearward
for easy access to the storage area. (fig. 67)
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a con-
sole compartment lid in the open posi-
tion. Cellular phones, music players, and other
handheld electronic devices should be stowed
while driving. Use of these devices while driving
can cause an accident due to distraction, result-
ing in death or injury. FLIP 'N STOW™ FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
STORAGE — IF EQUIPPED
The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of
the seat cushion between the seat cushion and the
seatback. Pull the loop upward to release the latch and
then forward to open the seat to the detent position.
(fig. 68)
NOTE:
Make sure that objects inside the bin do not
interfere with the latch before closing the seat. Push
the seat cushion downward after closing it to make
sure it latches to the base.
(fig. 66) Opened Storage Compartment
(fig. 67) Sliding Armrest
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To access the bin, position the floor mat aside (if
equipped). Pull the door latch release-loop upward to
release the latch and then forward to open the bin
door. (fig. 70)
The liner can be removed for easy cleaning by lifting on
the notches as shown. (fig. 71)ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
A 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet located in the center
console below the radio. The power outlet has power
available when the ignition switch in the ON/RUN or
ACC position. (fig. 72)
This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar
lighter unit.
To preserve the heating element, do
not hold the lighter in the heating position.
A second 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet is located
inside the center console storage area. Power is avail-
able with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN, ACC or
LOCK position. (fig. 73)
A third fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the
back of the center console. This power outlet has
power available when the ignition switch is in the
LOCK, ON or ACC position. (fig. 74)(fig. 70) In-Floor Storage
(fig. 71)Removable Liner
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A fourth fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the
left quarter trim panel in the cargo area. This power
outlet has power available when the ignition switch is in
the ON or ACC position. (fig. 75)(fig. 72)Front 12 Volt Power Outlet(fig. 73)Center Console 12 Volt Power Outlet
(fig. 74)
Rear Seat 12 Volt Power Outlet(fig. 75) Rear Cargo Area Power Outlet 83
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 Do not exceed the maximum power of
160Watts (13 Amps) at 12Volts. If the 160
Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded
the fuse protecting the system will need to be
replaced.
 The power outlet on the bottom of the center
console shares the fuse with the power outlet on
the back of the console.The combined usage must
not exceed 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
 Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not insert any other object in the power
outlets 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
Limited Warranty.
(fig. 76)
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
 Only devices designed for use in this
type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt
outlet .
 Do not touch with wet hands.
 Close the lid when not in use and while driving
the vehicle.
 If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.
(fig. 76) Power Outlet Fuses
1 — F103 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Console Bin &
Power Outlet Console Rear
2 — F102 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel &
Power Outlet Left Rear Cargo Area
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 Many accessories that can be plugged
in draw power from the vehicle's battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular
phones, etc .). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle's battery will discharge suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
 Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., cool-
ers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc .) will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
 After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
alternator to recharge the vehicle's battery.
 Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces-
sory bracket from the plug. CUPHOLDERS
There are two cupholders, located in the center floor
console, for the front passengers. (fig. 77)
For passengers in the second row there are two cup-
holders, located in the center armrest between the
two seats.
(fig. 77)
Floor Console Cupholders 85
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VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM
(VES)™ — IF EQUIPPED
The optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™
includes the following components for rear seat enter-
tainment:
• A diagonal 9 in (22 cm) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)screen integrated into the center overhead console.
The screen features brightness control for optimum
daytime and nighttime viewing.
• The LCD Screen swings down from the console to allow the rear seat passenger(s) to view the display.
(fig. 109)
• The touch screen radio and DVD player controls allow front seat operation for easy setup in the case
of younger rear seat passengers. • A battery-powered infrared remote control that
snaps into a molded compartment in the center
console.
• Two wireless infrared headsets allow rear seat pas- sengers to listen to the same or individual audio
sources.
Audio/Video RCA Jacks (AUX Jacks)
on the rear of the center console
enable the monitor to display video
directly from a video camera, con-
nect video games for display on the
screen, or play music directly from an
MP3 player.
1. Video in (yellow)
2. Left audio in (white)
3. Right audio in (red)
NOTE: Refer to your “Uconnect Touch™ User’s
Manual” for detailed operating instructions.(fig. 109) VES™ with Rear HVAC Controls
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