2014 FIAT 500E windshield wipers

▫Heated Seats ........................119
▫ Head Restraints ...................... .120
 TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD .........123
 LIGHTS ............................ .125
▫ Multifunction Lever ....................125
▫ Headlights ......................... .125
▫ High Beams ........................ .126
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... .126
▫ Parking Lights ...................... .126
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .....126
▫ Turn Signals ........................ .126
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................127
▫ Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay .........127▫
Interior Lights ...................... .128
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped ...........129
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS ......130
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation .........130
▫ Rear Windshield Wiper .................132
 TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED . . .133
 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ...........134
▫ To Activate ......................... .135
▫ To Set A Desired Speed .................135
▫ To Deactivate ....................... .135
▫ To Resume Speed .....................135
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............136
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ................137
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the
right side of the steering column.
NOTE:The windshield wipers/washers will only oper-
ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Front Windshield Wiper Operation
There are five different modes of operation for the front
windshield wipers. The windshield wiper lever can be
raised or lowered to access these modes:
Windshield Wiper Off
This is the normal position of the wiper lever.
Intermittent Wiper Operation
Push the lever downward to the first detent. The wipers
will operate intermittently.
Windshield Wiper Operation
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NOTE:The Intermittent function only has one detent
but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed.
As vehicle speed increases the delay time will decrease.
Low Speed
Push the lever downward to the second detent. The
wipers will operate at low speed.
High Speed
Push the lever downward to the third detent. The wipers
will operate at high speed.
Manual High Speed/Mist
Push the lever upward from the off position. The wipers
will operate at high speed to clear off road mist or spray
from a passing vehicle. This operation will continue until
the lever is released. When the lever is released, the
wipers will return to the off position and automatically
shut off.
Front Windshield Washer Operation
Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the
steering wheel to activate the washers. The wipers will
activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is
released.
CAUTION!
• 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” posi-
tion before turning off the vehicle. 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.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
off position. If the windshield wiper control is
turned off and the blades cannot return to the off
position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Rear Windshield Wiper
Rotate the end of the windshield wiper/washer lever
upward to the first detent past the intermittent settings
for intermittent wipe operation. With the front wind-
shield wiper active, rotate the end of the windshield
wiper/washer lever upward. The rear wiper will operate
in the same mode as the front windshield wipers, but at
half the frequency. When the transmission is placed into
REVERSE, the rear wiper will automatically operate at
Low Speed and return to normal operation when the
transmission is placed out of REVERSE. NOTE:
The windshield wipers/washers will only oper-
ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Rear Wiper Operation
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Rear Windshield Washer Operation
Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the
instrument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and
hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers
will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever
is released.
TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. The tilt control lever is located on
the left-side of the steering column, below the turn signal
controls.Push down on the lever to unlock the column. With one
hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering
column up or down as desired. Push the lever up to lock
the column firmly in place.
Tilt Control Lever
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WARNING!(Continued)
•The air conditioning system contains refrigerant
under high pressure. To avoid risk of personal
injury or damage to the system, adding refrigerant
or any repair requiring lines to be disconnected
should be done by an experienced technician.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR® Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR®
Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield and rear window periodically with a sponge
or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will
remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road film, and
help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield or rear window.
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 307

Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt................53
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7
Vehicle Loading ......................... .242
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............8
Vehicle Storage .......................... .208
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .157
Warnings and Cautions .......................7
Warranty Information ..................... .344
Washers, Windshield ...................... .130
Washing Vehicle ......................... .313
Water Driving Through ....................... .221Wheel and Wheel Trim
.....................314
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................314
Wind Buffeting ............................45
Window Fogging ........................ .207
Windows ................................44
Power ................................44
Windshield Defroster .......................97
Windshield Washers ...................... .130
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................307
Windshield Wipers ....................... .130
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................307
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