2013 FIAT FREEMONT change key battery

NOTE:In case the ignition switch does not change
with the push of a button, the RKE transmitter (Key
Fob) may have a low or dead battery. In this situation a
back up method can be used to operate the ignition
switch. Put the nose side (side opposite of the emer-
gency key) of the Key Fob against the ENGINE START/
STOP button and push to operate the ignition switch.
(fig. 4) KEY FOB
The Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which stores
in the rear of the Key Fob.
The emergency key allows for entry into the vehicle
should the battery in the vehicle or the Key Fob go
dead. The emergency key is also for locking the glove
box. You can keep the emergency key with you when
valet parking.
To remove the emergency key, slide the mechanical
latch on the side of the Key Fob sideways with your
thumb and then pull the key out with your other hand.
(fig. 5)(fig. 4) Keyless Ignition Node (KIN)1 — OFF
2 — ACC (ACCESSORY)
3 — ON/RUN
(fig. 5)
Emergency Key Removal
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turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock
signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter­N­Go™ (for versions/markets, where
provided)” under “Knowing Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors
1st Press
This feature lets you program the system to unlock
either the driver's door or all doors on the first press of
the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To
change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect
Touch™ Settings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
Flash Lights With Lock
This feature will cause the turn signal lights to flash
when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE
transmitter. This feature can be turned on or turned
off. To change the current setting, refer to “Uconnect
Touch™ Settings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
Turn Headlights On With Remote Key Unlock
This feature activates the headlights for up to 90
seconds when the doors are unlocked with the RKE
transmitter. The time for this feature is programmable
on vehicles equipped through Uconnect Touch™. Tochange the current setting, refer to “Uconnect
Touch™ Settings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for fur-
ther information.
TO LOCK THE DOORS AND LIFTGATE
Press and release the LOCK button on the RKE trans-
mitter to lock all doors and liftgate. The turn signal
lights will flash to acknowledge the signal.
If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to
“Keyless Enter­N­Go™ (for versions/markets, where
provided)” under “Knowing Your Vehicle” for further
information.
Programming Additional Transmitters
Programming Key Fobs or RKE transmitters may be
performed at an authorized dealer.
TRANSMITTER BATTERY REPLACEMENT
The recommended replacement battery is one
CR2032 battery.
NOTE:
 Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply.
Batteries could contain dangerous materials. Please
dispose of them according to respect for environ-
ment and local laws.
 Used batteries are harmful to the environment. You can dispose of them either in the correct containers
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NOTE:In a rollover the pretensioners and/or SAB
and SABIC air bags may deploy on both sides of the
vehicle.
Front And Side Impact Sensors
In front and side impacts, impact sensors can aid the
ORC in determining appropriate response to impact
events.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if
the communication network remains intact, and the
power remains intact, depending on the nature of the
event the ORC will determine whether to have the
Enhanced Accident Response System perform the fol-
lowing functions:
 Cut off fuel to the engine.
 Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition is cycled off.
 Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
 Unlock the doors automatically.
In order to reset the Enhanced Accident Response
System functions after an event, the ignition switch
must be changed from IGN ON to IGN OFF. If A Deployment Occurs
The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate
immediately after deployment.
NOTE:
Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in
all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong
with the air bag system.
If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any
or all of the following may occur:
 The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin reddening to the driver and
front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold.
The abrasions are similar to friction rope burns or
those you might get sliding along a carpet or gymna-
sium floor. They are not caused by contact with
chemicals. They are not permanent and normally
heal quickly. However, if you haven't healed signifi-
cantly within a few days, or if you have any blistering,
see your doctor immediately.
 As the air bags deflate, you may see some smoke-like particles. The particles are a normal by-product of
the process that generates the non-toxic gas used for
air bag inflation. These airborne particles may irritate
the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye
irritation, rinse the area with cool water. For nose or
throat irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation
continues, see your doctor. If these particles settle
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CONTENTS
About Your Brakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118, 207
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . .119, 120, 243
Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .305
Adding Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163
Adding Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .301
Additives, Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .326
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187, 194
Airbag Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195
Airbag Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193, 196, 199, 239
Airbag, Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189, 192, 194
Airbag, Window (Side Curtain) . . . . . . . . . .190, 192, 194
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . . . .296
Air Conditioner Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297
Air Conditioning Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73, 298
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
Air Conditioning, Rear Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
Air Conditioning Refrigerant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297, 298
Air Conditioning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68, 297
Air Pressure, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241, 317
Alarm (Security Alarm). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 244
Alarm System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 17
All Wheel Drive (AWD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) . . . . . . . . . . . .304, 305, 327 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .306
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119, 120
Anti-Lock Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120, 121, 243
Anti-Theft Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . .15
Anti-Theft System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .244
Arming Theft System (Security Alarm) . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Auto Down Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Automatic Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
Automatic Oil Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . .68
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211, 308
Adding Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309
Fluid and Filter Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309
Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309
Gear Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213, 217
Auto Unlock, Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) . . . . . . . . . .94
Auxiliary Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
Back-Up Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296 Gas Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .297
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) . . . . . . . . .13
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .296
Belts, Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167, 199
Body Mechanism Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .299
Booster Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
Brake Assist System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
Brake Control System, Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
Brake, Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118, 307
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118, 307
Anti-Lock (ABS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119, 120
Fluid Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307
Master Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .307
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
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