2013 FIAT FREEMONT weight

TurboCharger “Cool Down” Chart
Driving
Conditions Load
T
urbo-
charger
Tempera- ture Idle Time
(In Minutes) Before Shut Down
Stop & Go Empty Cool Less than 1
Stop & Go Medium Warm 1
Highway Speeds Medium Warm
2
City Traffic Maximum Gross Com-binationWeight Rating Warm
3
Highway Speeds Maximum
Gross Com- binationWeight Rating Warm
4
Uphill Grade Maximum Gross Com-binationWeight Rating Hot
5PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave an
automatic transmission in PARK, or manual transmis-
sion in REVERSE or first gear.
Manual Transmission
The parking brake lever is located in the center con-
sole. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as
firmly as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the
lever up slightly, press the center button, then lower
the lever completely. (fig. 137)
Automatic Transmission
The foot operated parking brake is located below the
lower left corner of the instrument panel. To apply the
(fig. 137)
Parking Brake
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WARNING!
 Dr
iving through standing water limits
your vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do
not exceed 8 km/h when driving through standing
water.
 Driving through standing water limits your
vehicle’s braking capabilities, which increases
stopping distances. Therefore, after driving
through standing water, drive slowly and lightly
press on the brake pedal several times to dry the
brakes.
 Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out , and leave you
stranded.
 Failure to follow these warnings may result in
injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you. TRAILER TOWING
In this section you will find safety tips and information
on limits to the type of towing you can reasonably do
with your vehicle. Before towing a trailer, carefully
review this information to tow your load as efficiently
and safely as possible.
To maintain warranty coverage, follow the require-
ments and recommendations in this manual concerning
vehicles used for trailer towing.
COMMON TOWING DEFINITIONS
The following trailer towing related definitions will
assist you in understanding the following information:
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total allowable weight of your
vehicle. This includes driver, passengers, cargo, and
tongue weight. The total load must be limited so that
you do not exceed the GVWR.
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW)
The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of
all cargo, consumables and equipment (permanent or
temporary) loaded in or on the trailer in its "loaded and
ready for operation" condition. The recommended way
to measure GTW is to put your fully loaded trailer on
a vehicle scale. The entire weight of the trailer must be
supported by the scale.
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Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR)
The GCWR is the total permissible weight of your
vehicle and trailer when weighed in combination.
NOTE:The GCWR rating includes a 68 kg allowance
for the presence of a driver.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum capacity of the front and
rear axles. Distribute the load over the front and rear
axles evenly. Make sure that you do not exceed either
front or rear GAWR.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed
t
he maximum front or rear GAWR. A
dangerous driving condition can result if either
rating is exceeded. You could lose control of the
vehicle and have an accident .
Tongue Weight (TW)
The tongue weight is the downward force exerted on
the hitch ball by the trailer. In most cases, it should not
be less than 7% or more than 10% of the trailer load.
Tongue weight must not exceed the lesser of either the
hitch certification rating, or the trailer tongue chassis
rating. It should never be less than 4% of the trailer load, and not less than 25 kg. You must consider tongue
load as part of the load on your vehicle and its’ GAWR.
WARNING!
An improperly adjusted hitch system
m
ay reduce handling, stability and brak-
ing performance and could result in an accident .
Consult with your hitch and trailer manufacturer
or a reputable trailer/dealer for additional infor-
mation.
Frontal Area
The frontal area is the maximum height multiplied by
the maximum width of the front of a trailer.
Trailer Sway Control
Refer to “TSC (Trailer Sway Control)” under “Knowing
Your Vehicle/Electronic Brake Control System” for
further information.
BREAKAWAY CABLE ATTACHMENT
European braking regulations for braked trailers up to
3,500 kg require trailers to be fitted with either a
secondary coupling or breakaway cable.
The recommended location for attaching the normal
trailer's breakaway cable is in the stamped slot located
on the sidewall of the hitch receiver.
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 For fixed ball tow bar, loop the cable around the neckof the tow ball. If you fit the cable like this, use a single
loop only. (fig. 144) TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM
TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)
The following chart provides the maximum trailer
weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/Transmission Frontal Area
Max. GTW
(Gross Trailer Wt.)
(5 and 7 Passenger Model) Max.Tongue Wt.
♦
(5 and 7 Passenger Model)
2.4L/Automatic 2.0 sq m454 kg22 kg
3.6L/Automatic 3.7 sq m1,100 kg 55 kg
2.0L Diesel/Manual 3.7 sq m1,250 kg 62 kg
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds
♦ The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo and it should
never exceed the weight referenced on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
(fig. 144) Fixed Ball Neck Loop Method
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TRAILER AND TONGUE WEIGHT
Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the rear
can cause the trailer to swayseverelyside to side
which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and
trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the
cause of many trailer accidents.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped
on your trailer hitch.
Consider the following items when computing the
weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
 The tongue weight of the trailer.
 The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment
put in or on your vehicle.
 The weight of the driver and all passengers.
NOTE: Remember that everything put into or on the
trailer adds to the load on your vehicle. Also, additional
factory-installed options or dealer-installed options
must be considered as part of the total load on your
vehicle. Refer to the Tire and Loading Information
placard, located on the face of the driver's door or on
the driver's side “B” pillar, for the maximum combined
weight of occupants and cargo for your vehicle. TOWING REQUIREMENTS
To promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive-
train components the following guidelines are recom-
mended:

Do not tow a trailer at all during the
first 805 km the new vehicle is driven.The
engine, axle or other parts could be dam-
aged.
 Then, during the first 805 km that a trailer is
towed, do not drive over 80 km/h and do not make
starts at full throttle. This helps the engine and
other parts of the vehicle wear in at the heavier
loads.
Perform the maintenance listed in the Maintenance
Schedule. When towing a trailer, never exceed the
GAWR ratings.
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WARNING!
Improper towing can lead to an injury
ac
cident . Follow these guidelines to
make your trailer towing as safe as possible:
 Make certain that the load is secured in the trailer
and that it will not shift during travel.When trailering
cargo that is not fully secured, dynamic load shifts can
occur that may be difficult for the driver to control.
You could lose control of your vehicle and have an
accident .
 All trailer hitches should be professionally
installed on your vehicle.
 When hauling cargo or towing a trailer, do not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Overloading can
cause a loss of control, poor performance, or
damage to brakes, axle, engine, transmission,
steering, suspension, chassis structure, or tires.
 Safety chains must always be used between
your vehicle and trailer. Always connect the
chains to the frame or hook retainers of the
vehicle hitch. Cross the chains under the trailer
tongue and allow enough slack for turning cor-
ners.
(Continued)(Continued)
 Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on
a grade. When parking, apply the parking brake
on the tow vehicle. Always, block or "chock" the
trailer wheels.
 GCWR must not be exceeded.
 Total weight must be distributed between the
tow vehicle and the trailer such that the following
four ratings are not exceeded:
1. GVWR
2. GTW
3. GAWR
4. Tongue weight rating for the trailer hitch uti- lized.
Towing Requirements – Tires
– Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compact spare tire.
– Proper tire inflation pressures are essential for the safe and satisfactory operation of your vehicle. Refer
to “Tires – General Information” in “Technical Speci-
fications” for proper tire inflation procedures.
– Check the trailer tires for proper tire inflation pres- sures before trailer usage.
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ARRANGEMENTS FOR DEALING WITH THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS LIFE
FIAT has been committed for many years to safeguarding the environment through the constant improvement of its
production processes and manufacturing products that are increasingly “eco-compatible”.
To give customers the best possible service in terms of respecting environmental laws and in response to European
Directive 2000/53/EC governing vehicles at the end of their life, FIAT is offering its customers the opportunity of handing
over their vehicle* at the end of its life without incurring any additional costs.
The European Directive sets out that when the vehicle is handed over the last keeper or owner should not incur any
expenses as a result of it having a zero or negative market value.
In all European Union countries, until 1st January 2007, only vehicles registered after 1st July 2002 were collected free of
charge, while since 2007 collection has been free of charge irrespective of the year of registration as long as the vehicle
contains its basic components (in particular, the engine and bodywork) and has no additional waste.
To hand your vehicle over at the end of its life without extra cost, go to one of our Dealerships or FIAT-authorized
collection and scrapping centres.
These centres have been carefully chosen to offer high quality service for the collection, treatment and recycling of unused
vehicles with respect to the environment.
You can find further information on these collection and scrapping centres either from a FIAT or FIAT Commercial Vehicle
Dealership or by calling the freephone number 00800 3428 0000 or by going on the FIAT website.
(*) Vehicle for transporting passengers with a maximum of nine seats and a total permitted weight of 3.5 t330

Gear Select Lever Override . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .275
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 14, 135
General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .294
Glass Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313
Gross Axle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225
HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224
Hazard Warning Flasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Headlights Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313
Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
High Beam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Leveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Lights On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
On With Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Time Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Headlight Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Heated Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . . . . . .77
Holder, Coin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
Holder, Cup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Ignition
Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Illuminated Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Infant Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177, 180
Inflation Pressure Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241
Information Center, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Inside Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239
Instrument Panel and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Instrument Panel Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313
Interior Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312
Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271
Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Intervention Regeneration Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251
Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .248
Jack Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .251
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245
Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Keyless Enter-N-Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105, 203
Keyless Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Keyless Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Key, Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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