2012 FIAT 500 GUCCI sport mode

Occupant Restraints ..................... 25
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 29
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .... 34
▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ..... 34
▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) —
If Equipped ......................... 35
▫ Energy Management Feature ............. 36
▫ Seat Belt Pretensioners ................. 36
▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert) ......................... 37
▫ Seat Belt Extender ..................... 38
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women .......... 38
▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air
Bags .............................. 38 ▫
Advanced Front Air Bag Features .......... 41
▫ Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls . . . 44
▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) .............. 54
▫ Child Restraints ...................... 55
 Engine Break-In Recommendations .......... 65
 Safety Tips ........................... 66
▫ Transporting Passengers ................ 66
▫ Exhaust Gas ......................... 66
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle ............................. 67
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ................... 69
10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or could 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.
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 detri-
mental 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. For
the recommended viscosity and quality grades, refer to
“Maintenance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Ve-
hicle”.
CAUTION!
Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil
in the engine or damage may result.
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 difficulty.
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EVIC Displays
EVIC Display Manual Transmission
1 — Temperature Indicator 6 — Message Display
2 — Fuel Level Gauge 7 —Coolant Temperature Gauge3 — Clock8 — Digital Speedometer
4 — Odometer 9 — Ice Warning Indicator
5 — Sport Mode 10 — Gear Shift Indicator (GSI)
EVIC Display Automatic Transmission
1 — Ice Warning Indicator 6 — Message Display
2 — Temperature Indicator 7 —Coolant Temperature Gauge3 — Fuel Level Gauge 8 — Digital Speedometer
4 — Clock 9 — Autostick Gear Indicator
5 — Odometer 10 —
Auto/Sport/ECO Indicator
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▫General Information .................. 215
 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............. 216
▫ Acceleration ........................ 216
▫ Traction ........................... 217
 Driving Through Water ................. 217
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ................. 217
▫ Shallow Standing Water ............... 218
 Power Steering ....................... 219
 Parking Brake ........................ 220
 Sport Mode .......................... 222
▫ Manual Transmission – If Equipped ....... 222
▫ Automatic Transmission – If Equipped ..... 223
 Brake System ........................ 224 ▫
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . 224
 Electronic Brake Control System ........... 225
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 226
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) .............. 226
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ........... 227
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ................ 227
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ......... 228
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC Off Indicator Light ............ 231
 Tire Safety Information ................. 232
▫ Tire Markings ....................... 232
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ......... 236
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ......... 237
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SPORT MODE
Manual Transmission – If Equipped
The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver
with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine
response. This driving mode is useful while driving on
twisty roads where more steering precision is desired in
spirited cornering.
1. To activate the Sport mode, press the SPORT button.Once activated, a SPORT message will be displayed in
the instrument cluster.
2. Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.
3. Press the accelerator pedal again to activate.
SPORT Button
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Automatic Transmission – If Equipped
The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver
with slight increase in effort and changes the transmis-
sion shift schedules for more aggressive shifting. This
driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads
where more steering precision is desired in spirited
cornering.
1. To activate the Sport mode, press the SPORT button.Once activated, a SPORT message will be displayed in
the instrument cluster.
2. Press the SPORT button again to return to the standard
driving mode.
SPORT Button
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•For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem
on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the
TIREFIT kit.
•You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle
tires. The kit also comes with two needles, located in
the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of
the air pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar
inflatable items. However, use only the Air Pump
Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (5) is in
the Air Mode when inflating such items to avoid
injecting sealant into them. The TIREFIT Sealant is
only intended to seal punctures less than
14in (6 mm)
diameter in the tread of your vehicle.
•Do not lift or carry the TIREFIT kit by the hoses.
WARNING!
•Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the
vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the
road to avoid the danger of being hit when using
the TIREFIT kit.
•Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the
following circumstances:
If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately
1/4 in. (6 mm) or larger.
If the tire has any sidewall damage.
If the tire has any damage from driving with
extremely low tire pressure.
If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat
tire.
If the wheel has any damage.
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 271

Seat Belts (Sedan)........................ 25
Seats ................................. 87
Adjustment ......................... 87
Heated ............................. 91
Selection of Oil ......................... 307
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 14
Service Assistance ....................... 365
Service Contract ......................... 367
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator) .................... 134
Service Manuals ........................ 369
Shift Lever Override ...................... 294
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission ........... 206
Shoulder Belts ........................... 29
Side Airbag ............................. 47
Signals, Turn .......................... 70,98
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 216
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 249
Spare Tire ............................. 245 Specifications
Oil ............................... 307
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........105,131
Speedometer ........................... 140
Sport Mode ............................ 222
Starting ............................... 203
Automatic Transmission ................ 203
Cold Weather ....................... 204
Engine Fails to Start .................. 204
Manual Transmission .................. 203
Steering Power ............................ 219
Tilt Column ........................ 104
Wheel, Tilt ......................... 104
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .............. 183
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System
Controls .............................. 183
Storage ............................... 338
Storage, Vehicle ...................... 197,338
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