2013 FIAT 500 ABARTH sunroof

down automatically. To cancel the Auto-Down move-
ment, 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 occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize
the buffeting or open any window.
LIFTGATE
To unlock the liftgate, use the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter 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.
Liftgate Handle
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Your vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do
not have any accessory items installed which will
alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your
vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma-
nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation
on the vehicle roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason.
•Do not allow occupants to extend any part of their
body outside of the window.
Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag
The Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag provides
enhanced protection and works together with the Driver
Advanced Front Air Bag during a frontal impact.
Knee Impact Bolsters
The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the
driver and front passenger, and position the front occu-
pants for the best interaction with the Advanced Front
Air Bags.
Along with seat belts and pretensioners, Advanced Front
Air Bags and the Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
work with the knee impact bolsters to provide improved
protection for the driver and front passenger.
Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
The ORC is part of a regulated safety system required for
this vehicle.
The ORC determines if deployment of the front and/or
side air bags in a frontal or side collision is required.
Based on the impact sensor’s signals, a central electronic
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▫To Vary The Speed Setting...............123
▫To Accelerate For Passing................123
!REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED........124
▫Rear Park Assist Sensors................124
▫Rear Park Assist Alerts..................125
▫Failure Indications.....................127
▫Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System.......127
▫Park Assist System Usage Precautions.......128
!POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED........130
▫To Open............................131
▫To Close............................131
▫Pinch Protect Feature...................131
▫Wind Buffeting.......................131
▫Emergency Operation...................132
▫Sun Shade — If Equipped...............132
!ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS...........132
!CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED..........135
!CUPHOLDERS........................136
!STORAGE............................137
▫Glove Box Compartment................137
!CARGO AREA FEATURES................137
!REAR WINDOW FEATURES..............139
▫Rear Window Defroster.................139
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POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead
console.
WARNING!
•Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in
the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat-
tended 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 passen-
gers 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.Power Sunroof Switch
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To Open
Press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for
approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at
the vented position. Press 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 ob-
struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
tion if this occurs. Next, press 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 occur-
rence 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.
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Emergency Operation
In case of electrical failure the sunroof can be operated
with the hex wrench that is located in the glove box.
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 press the tab and move the
shade to a full open position.ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
There is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet,
located in the floor console, for added convenience. This
power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and
other low power devices.
Manual Sun Shade
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Cavity Maxi FuseMini FuseDescription
F167.5 Amp Brown Transmission
F1725 Amp White Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)
F1715 Amp Blue Powertrain
F1815 Amp Blue Powertrain
F185 Amp Tan Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)
F197.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning
F2015 Amp Blue Heated Seats – If Equipped
F2115 Amp Blue Fuel Pump
F2320 Amp Yellow Anti-Lock Brake Valves
F247.5 Amp Brown Stability Control System
F3015 Amp Blue Fog Lamps
F82 30 Amp GreenSunroof/Convertible Top
F8410 Amp Red Transmission
F8515 Amp Blue Rear Defroster, Heated Mirrors
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 347

Onboard Diagnostic System..................310
Operating Precautions......................310
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............5
Overheating, Engine.......................282
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............5
Paint Care..............................336
Parking Brake............................234
Pets....................................77
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..........252
Power
Door Locks............................22
Mirrors...............................93
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...........132
Steering..............................232
Sunroof..............................130
Windows..............................24
Power Steering Fluid.......................354
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts................39
Preparation for Jacking.....................294
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................37
Radial Ply Tires..........................259
Radio Operation..........................174
Radio Reception..........................174
Radio (Sound Systems).....................174
Rear Liftgate (Sedan).......................25
Rear Window Features.....................139
Recorder, Event Data.......................55
Recreational Towing.......................279
Reformulated Gasoline.....................272
Refrigerant..............................319
Release, Hood............................109
Reminder, Seat Belt.........................37
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
FCC General Information..................20
Power Convertible Top Function.............16
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