2013 FIAT 500C low beam

▫EZ Entry Feature......................106
▫Memory Feature......................107
▫Heated Seats — If Equipped.............107
▫Head Restraints.......................108
!TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD.........111
!LIGHTS.............................112
▫Multifunction Lever....................112
▫Headlights..........................113
▫High Beams.........................113
▫Flash-To-Pass........................113
▫Parking Lights.......................114
▫Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped.....114
▫Turn Signals.........................114
▫Lane Change Assist....................115
▫Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay.........115
▫Interior Lights.......................115
▫Front Fog Lights — If Equipped...........117
!WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS......117
▫Front Windshield Wiper Operation.........118
▫Rear Windshield Wiper.................120
!TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED . . .121
!ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL...........122
▫To Activate..........................123
▫To Set A Desired Speed.................123
▫To Deactivate........................123
▫To Resume Speed.....................124
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In hot climates, the prop rod may be hot. Pick up the prop
rod at the foam on the end of the prop rod.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open 8 in (20 cm)
approximately and then drop it. This should secure
both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless the
hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the
steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights,
headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals.
NOTE:The external lights can only be turned on with
the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
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Headlights
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever up-
ward to the first detent for headlight operation.
NOTE:When the headlights are turned on, the Daytime
Running Lights will be deactivated.
High Beams
With the low beams activated, push the multi-
function lever towards the instrument panel to
turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever
toward the steering wheel to turn off the high beams.
Flash-To-Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
partially pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-
ing wheel. This will cause the high beam headlights to
turn on until the lever is released.
Headlight Operation
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Parking Lights
To turn on the parking lights, remove the key
or turn the ignition to OFF/LOCK position and
turn on the headlights.
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the
end of the multifunction lever to theOsymbol.
NOTE:The low beams and side/taillights will not be on
with DRL.
The DRL function can be turned on or off using the
display menus. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument
Panel” for further information.
Turn Signals
Push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right
turn or downward to signal a left turn. The correspond-
ing indicator in the instrument cluster will blink to
indicate the operation of the turn signal.
Turn Signal Operation
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
3. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog
lights are on.
4. Low Fuel Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 1.0
gallon (3.8L) this light will turn on, and remain on
until fuel is added.
5. High Beam Indicator
This light indicates that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam.
6. Park/Headlight ON Indicator / Follow Me Home
(Headlight Delay) Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the park
lights or headlights are turned on. If the Follow
Me Home feature is activated this indicator
will illuminate and the EVIC will show how
long the function remains active. For further information,
refer to “Follow Me Home” in “Understanding The
Features of Your Vehicle”.
7. Turn Signal Indicators
The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior
turn signal, when using the turn signal lever.
8. Generic Warning Light
The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if
any of the following conditions occur: Oil
Change Request, Engine Oil Pressure Sensor
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FUSES
Interior Fuses
The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control
Module (BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under
the instrument panel.
Cavity
Vehicle
Fuse
Number
Mini
FuseDescription
1 F12 7.5
Amp
Brown
Right Low Beam
2 F32 5 Amp
Ta n
Front and Rear
Ceiling Lights
Trunk and Door
Courtesy Lights
3 F53 5 Amp
Ta n
Instrument Panel
Node
4 F38 20 Amp
Yellow
Central Door
Locking
5 F36 10 Amp
Red
Diagnostic Socket,
Car Radio, Climate
Control SystemFuse Panel
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Cavity
Vehicle
Fuse
Number
Mini
FuseDescription
6 F43 20 Amp
Yellow
Bi-Directional
Washer
7 F48 20 Amp
Yellow
Passenger Power
Window
8 F13 7.5
Amp
Brown
Left Low Beam,
Headlamp Leveling
9 F50 7.5
Amp
Brown
Airbag
10 F51 5 Amp
Ta n
Car Radio Switch,
Climate Control
System, Stop Light,
Clutch
Cavity
Vehicle
Fuse
Number
Mini
FuseDescription
11 F37 5 Amp
Ta n
Stop Light Switch,
Instrument Panel
Node
12 F49 5 Amp
Ta n
Exterior Mirror,
GPS, Electric Mir-
ror, Parking Sensor
13 F31 5 Amp
Ta n
Ignition, Climate
Control
14 F47 20 Amp
Yellow
Driver Power
Window
Underhood Fuses
The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of
the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the
fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover.
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CavityMaxi
FuseMini Fuse Description
F07 40 Amp
Orange
Radiator Fan -
High Speed
F08 30 Amp
Green
Blower Motor
F0910 Amp
Red
Powertrain
F1010 Amp
Red
Horn
F1115 Amp
Blue
Powertrain
F1110 Amp
Red
Powertrain (Multi-
air – If Equipped)
F145 Amp
Ta n
High beam
(Shutter)
CavityMaxi
FuseMini Fuse Description
F1515 Amp
Blue
Cigar Lighter
F167.5 Amp
Brown
Transmission
F1725 Amp
White
Powertrain (Multi-
air – If Equipped)
F1715 Amp
Blue
Powertrain
F1815 Amp
Blue
Powertrain
F185 Amp
Ta n
Powertrain (Multi-
air – If Equipped)
F197.5 Amp
Brown
Air Conditioning
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