2013 FIAT 500E Owners Manual

The audible warning system uses an in-car sound syn-
thesizer with a speaker located in the underhood com-
partment. The warning system is automatically activated
when selecting DRIVE or REVERSE.
In DRIVE range, the system will remain active until the
vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 22 mph
(35.5 km/h). At approximately 22 mph (35.5 km/h) the
warning system is deactivated and will automatically be
active when the vehicle returns to approximately 20 mph
(32 km/h).
Single-Speed Transmission
Instead of a traditional transmission, your vehicle is
equipped with a single-speed transmission to transfer the
torque from the E-Drive motor to the drive wheels. This
transmission requires no maintenance and is designed to
operate for the life of the vehicle.
Auto Park
Auto Park will automatically place the transmission into
PARK if there is an indication that the driver may leave
the vehicle while still in the DRIVE, NEUTRAL or
REVERSE gear. Refer to “Single-Speed Transmission” in
“Starting and Operating” for further information on this
feature.
E-Park
The parking pawl is traditionally located inside an auto-
matic transmission and activated when the vehicle is
placed in the PARK position.
E-Park is activated when the driver pushes the PARK
button. An electric motor activates the parking pawl and
locks the single-speed transmission when the vehicle is
placed into PARK. This will prevent any unwanted
movement of the vehicle.
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NOTE:The engagement of the E-Park can be heard when
there is no noise in the interior of the vehicle, this is a
normal condition.
Climate Control (HVAC System)
Your 500e is equipped with an Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) HVAC system. This HVAC system utilizes
a humidity sensor, cabin sensor, and ambient tempera-
ture sensor to choose operation mode and control cabin
comfort. These components allow the controller to oper-
ate the HVAC system in a very efficient manner to
maximize driving range.
Your 500e also uses an electric air heater to provide heat
to the cabin.
Electric Air Conditioning Compressor
Your 500e uses an electric air conditioning compressor.
The air conditioning compressor is powered by the high
voltage battery system and is used to cool the vehicle occupants and the high voltage battery while the vehicle
is being driven or when it is being charged.
The high voltage battery may require cooling to keep the
vehicle running. The air conditioning compressor will
activate without any input from the occupant.
NOTE:
The AC system helps cool the high voltage
battery. If the air conditioning system should require
service see your authorized studio as soon as possible.
Electric Power Steering
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Power Steering
(EPS) system. The power steering system requires no
maintenance and operates without the use of power
steering fluid.
Smartphone Features
With the “FIAT Access” smartphone app, you can moni-
tor the state of charge of the high voltage battery or
initiate charging from your phone. You can also turn on
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your car ’s climate control system remotely. The smart-
phone app provides the following features:
•Monitor battery charge level
• Display available driving distance
• Check charging status
• Remotely activate vehicle climate control system
• Unlock and lock doors
• Assist with locating your vehicle
• Locate charging stations
• Send a point-of-interest to your vehicle
• Schedule a charge
• View energy consumed
• Notifications for charging and preconditioning events How do I get the “FIAT Access” smartphone App?
Visit the 500e registration website:
https://www.uconnectaccess.fiatusa.com/
bevsubscribe/basicSubscription.jsp
Registration Website
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Once in the registration website, you will need to enter
your vehicle’s VIN and Connectivity ID. The connectivity
ID is found in the vehicle’s instrument cluster. To locate
the connectivity ID follow the steps below:
1. Press the menu button on the instrument cluster.2. Choose “Settings” and scroll down to the “Connectiv-
ity ID”.
Menu Button
Connectivity ID
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3. Select “Connectivity ID”.
After obtaining the connectivity ID and VIN number
return to the vehicle registration website and perform the
following:1. After entering the VIN (Vehicle Identification Num-
ber), Connectivity ID and your email address, click
“submit”.
2. You will now be asked to fill in your contact informa- tion and a user name and password.
3. Once finished with registration you will be directed to your 500e owner ’s site.
4. From the owner ’s site you will be able to download the 500e mobile application and learn how to use your
connected features.
5. Use your owner ’s site username and password for logging into the mobile application.
NOTE: Your smartphone must have a valid data connec-
tion to use the 500e mobile application.
Connectivity ID
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Need help with registration?
Please call the 500e Call Center Toll Free number below:
(855) 261-5364
ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATIONLevel 1 Charging
(120V — Requires NEMA 5–15 Outlet)
Level 1 charging is done by using a conventional 120 Volt
AC grounded receptacle along with the NEMA 5–15
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) that comes
standard with your vehicle. Refer to “Vehicle Charging
Cord” for further information.
Level 2 Charging
(240V — Requires A 40 Amp Circuit Breaker Or
Greater)
Level 2 charging is accomplished by using 240V perma-
nently mounted EVSEs and is the preferred method for
charging your vehicle. A Level 2 charging station can be installed at your
residence. The Level 2 unit and installation service is
available for purchase at your authorized studio.Charge Times
The following factors determine how long a battery
recharge will take:
Level 2 Charging Station
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•The battery’s current state of charge (percent depleted)
•
What recharging device is being used (Level 1 or Level 2)
• Ambient temperatures
Type of Charge Estimated Charge Time
Level 1 (120V/15A) Approximately 23 hours
Level 2 (240V/30A) Approximately 4 hours
NOTE:
• Charging times are estimates based on a completely
discharged high voltage battery pack.
• Charging times will vary based on the age, condition,
state of charge and temperature of the high voltage
battery pack.
Vehicle Charging Cord
Your vehicle comes equipped with a standard AC 120V
NEMA 5-15 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
also referred to as a charge cord. The EVSE is used to charge the high voltage battery and
plugs into any standard AC grounded outlet. To access
the charge cord, lift the rear cargo cover and remove the
charging cord from the storage bin.
NOTE:
The EVSE charge cord is used for Level 1
charging only.EVSE Location
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SAE J1772 Charge Receptacle
Your vehicle uses an industry standard SAE J1772 charge
receptacle (vehicle’s inlet) for both AC Level 1 (120V) and
AC Level 2 (240V) charging.
NOTE:The charge receptacle door locks and unlocks
with the vehicle doors.EVSE Operation And Status Information
SAE J1772 Charge Receptacle
EVSE Status Indicators
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