2013 FIAT FREEMONT ignition

switches, radio, Uconnect™ phone system (for
versions/markets, where provided), DVD video system
(for versions/markets, where provided), power sunroof
(for versions/markets, where provided), and power
outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the
ignition is cycled OFF. Opening either front vehicle
door will cancel this feature. To change the Engine Off
Power Delay status press the 0 seconds, 45 seconds, 5
minutes or 10 minutes soft-key followed by pressing
the arrow back soft-key.
 Headlight Off Delay (for versions/markets,
where provided)
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90
seconds when exiting the vehicle. To change the Head-
light Off Delay status press the 0, 30, 60 or 90 soft-key
followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key.Compass Settings
 Variance (for versions/markets, where provided)
Compass Variance is the difference between Magnetic
North and Geographic North. To compensate for the
differences the variance should be set for the zone
where the vehicle is driven, per the zone map. Once
properly set, the compass will automatically compen-
sate for the differences, and provide the most accurate
compass heading.
NOTE:
Keep magnetic materials away from the top
of the instrument panel, such as iPod's, Mobile Phones,
Laptops and Radar Detectors. This is where the com-
pass module is located, and it can cause interference
with the compass sensor, and it may give false readings.
(fig. 14)
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LIGHTS
HEADLIGHT SWITCHThe headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, in-
strument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming,
interior lights and fog lights. (fig. 49)
Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first
detent for parking light and instrument panel light
operation. Rotate the headlight switch to the second
detent for headlight, parking light and instrument panel
light operation. AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS (for
versions/markets, where provided)
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system
on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to
the AUTO position. When the system is on, the
headlight time delay feature is also on. This means the
headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you
turn the ignition switch OFF. To turn the automatic
system off, move the headlight switch out of the AUTO
position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS
(AVAILABLE WITH AUTOMATIC
HEADLIGHTS ONLY)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned
on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO
position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when
the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this
feature.
NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can
be turned on and off using the Uconnect Touch™
System, refer to “Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in
“Knowing Your Vehicle” for further information.(fig. 49) Headlight Switch
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HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumina-
tion for up to 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in
an unlit area.
To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition
switch while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off
the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval
begins when the headlight switch is turned off.
NOTE:The lights must be turned off within 45
seconds of turning the ignition OFF to activate this
feature.
If you turn the headlights, park lights or ignition switch
ON again, the system will cancel the delay.
If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they
will turn off in the normal manner.
NOTE: The Headlight Time Delay is programmable
using the Uconnect Touch™ System, refer to
“Uconnect Touch™ Settings” in “Knowing Your Ve-
hicle” for further information.
LIGHTS-ON REMINDER
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the
ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the
driver when the driver's door is opened. FRONT AND REAR FOG LIGHTS (for
versions/markets, where provided)
The front and rear fog light switch is built into the
headlight switch.
(fig. 50)
The front and rear fog lights may be operated as desired when visibility is poor due to fog. The
fog lights will activate in the following order:
Press the headlight switch once and the front
fog lights come on. Press the switch a second
time and the rear fog lights will come on (front fog
lights stay on). Press the switch a third time and the
rear fog lights turn off (front fog stays on). Press the
switch a fourth times and the front fog turns off. For
vehicles without front fog, rear fog will activate on the
first press.
(fig. 50) Fog Light Switch
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INTERIOR LIGHTS
The interior lights come on when a door is opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open. This includes the glove box
light, but not the trunk light. To restore interior light
operation, either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle
the light switch.
DIMMER CONTROLS
The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and
is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
(fig. 52)Rotating the left dimmer control upward with the
parking lights or headlights on will increase the bright-
ness of the instrument panel lights.
DOME LIGHT POSITION
Rotate the dimmer control completely upward to the
second detent to turn on the interior lights. The
interior lights will remain on when the dimmer control
is in this position.
INTERIOR LIGHT DEFEAT (OFF)
Rotate the dimmer control to the extreme bottom off
position. The interior lights will remain off when the
doors are open.
PARADE MODE (DAYTIME BRIGHTNESS
FEATURE)
Rotate the dimmer control upward to the first detent.
This feature brightens all text displays such as the
odometer, and radio when the parking lights or head-
lights are on.
HEADLIGHT LEVELING SYSTEM
This system allows the driver to maintain proper head-
light beam position with the road surface regardless of
vehicle load.
The headlight leveling switch is located next
to the dimmer control on the left side of the
instrument panel.(fig. 52) Dimmer Controls
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To operate, rotate the headlight leveling switch until
the appropriate number, which corresponds to the
load listed on the following chart, illuminates on the
switch.
0Driver only, or driver and front passen-
ger.
1
2 All seating positions occupied, plus an
evenly distributed load in the luggage
compartment. The total weight of pas-
sengers and load does not exceed the
maximum load capacity of the vehicle.
Driver, plus an evenly distributed load in
the luggage compartment. The total
weight of the driver and load does not
exceed the maximum load capacity of
the vehicle.
Calculations based on a passenger weight of 75 kg.
MAP/READING LIGHTS
Refer to “Overhead Console” for further information
on Map/Reading Lights. ILLUMINATED ENTRY
The courtesy lights will turn on when you use the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock the
doors or open any door or liftgate.
This feature also turns on the approach lighting in the
outside mirrors (for versions/markets, where pro-
vided). Refer to “Mirrors” in “Knowing Your Vehicle”
for further information.
The interior lights will fade to off after approximately
30 seconds or they will immediately fade to off once
the ignition is cycled to the ON/RUN position from the
OFF position.
NOTE:
 The front courtesy overhead console and door cour-
tesy lights will turn on if the dimmer control is in the
"Dome ON" position (extreme top position).
 The Illuminated Entry system will not operate if the dimmer control is in the “Dome defeat” position
(extreme bottom position).
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operation. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the
second detent past the intermittent settings for high-
speed wiper operation.(fig. 55)
NOTE: The wipers will automatically return to the
“park” position if you turn OFF the ignition switch
while they are operating. The wipers will resume op-
eration when you turn the ignition switch back to the
ON position.
 Turn the windshield wipers OFF when
driving through an automatic car wash.
Damage to the windshield wipers may
result if the wiper control is left in any position
other than OFF.
 In cold weather, always turn OFF the wiper
switch and allow the wipers to return to the park
position before turning OFF the engine. If the
wiper switch is left ON and the wipers freeze to
the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may
occur when the vehicle is restarted.
 Always remove any buildup of snow that pre-
vents the windshield wiper blades from returning
to the “park” position. If the windshield wiper
control is turned OFF, and the blades cannot
return to the “park” position, damage to the wiper
motor may occur.
WINDSHIELD WASHERS
To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob,
located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to
the second detent.
If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the delay range, the wipers will operate in low-speed
for two or three wipe cycles after releasing the lever
and then resume the intermittent interval previously
selected.
(fig. 55) Front Wiper Control
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If you activate the washer while the wiper control is in
the OFF position, the wipers will operate for two or
three wipe cycles and then turn OFF.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the
win
dshield could lead to a collision. You
might not see other vehicles or other obstacles.To
avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freez-
ing weather, warm the windshield with the de-
froster before and during windshield washer use.
MIST FEATURE
Push the washer knob, located on the end of the
multifunction lever, inward to the first detent to acti-
vate a single wipe cycle to clear the windshield of road
mist or spray from a passing vehicle. The wipers will
continue to operate until you release the lever.
NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the
washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be
sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be
used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid. HEADLIGHT WASHERS (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
The Headlight Washers are recessed into the top of
the fascia, centrally located below each headlight.
The windshield wiper/washer control lever operates
the headlight washers when the ignition switch is in the
ON position and the headlights are ON. The lever is
located on the left side of the steering column.
To use the headlight washers, push the washer knob,
located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to
the second detent to activate the windshield washers
and release it. When this is done, the two stationary
washer nozzles at each headlight spray one timed
high-pressure spray of washer fluid onto each headlight
lens. In addition, the windshield washers will spray the
windshield and the windshield wipers will cycle.
NOTE:
After turning the ignition switch and head-
lights ON, the headlight washers will operate on the
first spray of the windshield washer and then every
eleventh spray after that.
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REAR WINDOW FEATURES
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
The rear window wiper/washer control is located on
the right side of the steering column.(fig. 56)
Rotate the switch upward to the first detent
position for rear wiper operation.
NOTE: The rear wiper operates in an intermittent
mode only. Rotate the switch upward past the first detent
position to activate the rear washer. The washer
pump will continue to operate as long as the switch is
held. Upon release, the wiper will cycle three times
before returning to the set position. (fig. 57)
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is
turned to the LOCK position, the wiper will automati-
cally return to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is
restarted, the wiper will resume function at whichever
position the switch is set at.(fig. 56) Rear Wiper/Washer
(fig. 57)Rear Wiper/Washer Control
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