2014 FIAT 500L LIVING stop start

"Smart washing" function
Pull the lever towards the steering wheel (unstable
position) to activate the windscreen washer.
Keeping the stalk pulled for more than half a second,
with just one movement it is possible to operate
the washer jet and the wiper at the same time.
The wiper stops working three strokes after the
stalk is released.
A further stroke after approximately six seconds
completes the wiping cycle (for versions/markets,
where provided).
RAIN SENSOR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located behind the interior rear view mirror,
in contact with the windscreen fig. 47 and can detect
the presence of rain and, consequently, manage the
cleaning of the windscreen in accordance with the
amount of water on the screen.
The sensor has an adjustment range that varies
progressively from wiper still (no stroke) when the
windscreen is dry, to wiper at 2
nd
continuous speed
(fast continuous operation) with intense rain.
Activation
The sensor is activated when the ring nut A fig. 46 is
turned to
position: the windscreen wiper stroke
frequency is thus adjusted in accordance with the
amount of water on the windscreen.The activation of the sensor is signalled by a "stroke"
to show that the command has been acquired.
The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted
through the Setup menu (see paragraph "Menu
Items" in this section).
The variation in sensitivity during rain sensor
operation is also signalled by a stroke of the wipers.
This stroke is also executed with the windscreen dry.
IMPORTANT Keep the glass in the sensor area
clean.
If the windscreen washer is used with the rain sensor
activated, the normal washing cycle is performed,
after which the rain sensor resumes its normal
automatic operation.
fig. 47
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Deactivation
Move the stalk ring nut away from the position
or turn the ignition key to STOP.
If the ignition key is turned to the STOP position
leaving the ring nut A in position
, no wiping
cycle is performed at the next startup (ignition key
to the MAR-ON position) even in case of rain.
This prevents unwanted activation of the rain sensor
when the engine is started (i.e. when the windscreen
is being washed by hand or the wipers are stuck to
the windscreen by ice).
To restore automatic operation of the rain sensor,
turn ring nut A from
position to
position and
then turn the ring nut back to theposition.
When the rain sensor is reactivated using any of the
manoeuvres described above, reactivation is
indicated by a single stroke of the windscreen wipers,
regardless of the condition of the windscreen.
In the event of malfunction of the rain sensor whilst
it is active, the windscreen wiper operates
intermittently at a speed consistent with the
sensitivity setting of the rain sensor, regardless of
whether there is rain on the glass (on some versions
sensor failure is indicated on the display).
The sensor continues to operate and it is possible to
set the windscreen wiper to continuous mode (1
st
or 2
nd
speed). The failure indication remains for
as long as the sensor is active.The rain sensor is able to recognise, and
automatically adjust itself in the presence of the
following conditions:
❒presence of dirt on the controlled surface (salt,
dirt, etc.);
❒presence of streaks of water caused by the worn
window wiper blades;
❒difference between day and night.
Do not activate the rain sensor when
washing the car in an automatic car wash.Make sure the device is switched off if
there is ice on the windscreen.
WARNING
Make sure the device is switched off
whenever the windscreen must be
cleaned.
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REAR WINDOW WASHER/ WIPER
It can be operated only with the ignition key turned
to MAR.
Activation
Turn the ring nut B fig. 46 from
to
to operate
the rear window wiper as follows:
❒in intermittent mode when the windscreen wiper
is not operating;
❒in synchronous mode (at half the speed of the
windscreen wiper) when the windscreen wiper
is operating;
❒in continuous mode with reverse engaged.
With the windscreen wiper on and reverse gear
engaged, rear window wiping will be continuous in
the same way.
Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard (unstable
position) the rear window washer jet will activate.
Keep the stalk pushed for more than half a second to
activate the rear window wiper as well. Releasing
the stalk will activate the smart washing function, as
described for the windscreen wiper.
Deactivation
The function stops when the stalk is released.
Do not use the rear window wiper to
removelayersofsnoworice.In
such conditions, the wiper may be
subjected to excessive stress and the motor
protection, which prevents operation for a few
seconds, may intervene. If operation is not
restored, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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INCREASING THE STORED SPEED
This can be carried out in two ways:
❒by pressing the accelerator and storing the new
speed reached
or
❒by moving the stalk upwards (+) until the new
speed, which will be stored automatically, is
reached.
Each movement of the stalk corresponds to an
increase in speed of about 1 km/h, while keeping the
stalk held upwards will continuously increase the
speed.
REDUCING THE STORED SPEED
This can be carried out in two ways:
❒by deactivating the device and then storing the
new speed
or
❒by moving the lever downwards (–) until the new
speed, which will automatically remain stored, is
reached.
Each movement of the lever corresponds to a
reduction in speed of about 1 km/h, while keeping
the stalk held downwards will decrease the speed
continuously.DEACTIVATING THE DEVICE
The device can be deactivated by the driver in the
following ways:
❒turning ring nut A toO;
❒by stopping the engine
❒by pressing the brake pedal, the clutch or the
accelerator; in this last case the system is not
completely deactivated but gives priority to the
acceleration request. The device still remains
active, without the need to press the CANC RES
button to return to the previous condition once
acceleration is concluded.
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The lights switch off in three ways:
❒when all doors are closed, the 3-minute timer will
stop and a 10-second one will start. This timer will
stop when the key is turned to MAR-ON;
❒when doors are locked (either with remote
control or with key on driver side door), the roof
light switches off;
❒the interior lights are switched off in any case after
15 minutes to preserve battery charge.
Timing when getting out of the car
After removing the key from the ignition switch, the
roof lights switch on as follows:
❒if the ignition key is removed within 3 minutes
from the engine stopping, the roof lights switch on
for 10 seconds;
❒for about 3 minutes when one of the doors is
opened;
❒for about 10 seconds when one of the doors is
closed.
The timing stops automatically when the doors are
locked.REAR ROOF LIGHT
Versions without sun roof (or glazed roof )
Press the cover A fig. 50 to switch the light on/off.
The light will stay on for a few seconds after the
doors are closed and will then switch off
automatically.
The light switches off in any case when the ignition
key is turned to MAR-ON.
The light switches off automatically after a few
minutes if a door is left open. To switch it on again, if
necessary, open another door or close and reopen
the same door or press the cover A.
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DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the CITY button fig. 58 to activate the
function. When this function is active, the word
CITY on the instrument panel will light up.
This function stays in the memory, so when the
vehicle is started again, the system keeps the setting
it had before the engine was stopped.
For more details, see the contents of the "Dualdrive
electric power steering" paragraph in this chapter.ECO FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the ECO button fig. 59 to activate the function.
When the ECO function is activated, the car is set
for city driving, characterised by less effort on the
steering wheel (Dualdrive system on) and reduced
fuel consumption.
When the function is activated, an activation or
deactivation message is shown on the display for
some versions/markets.
This function stays in the memory, so when the
vehicle is started again, the system keeps the setting
it had before the engine was stopped. Press the
ECO button again to deactivate the function and
restore the normal driving setting.
fig. 58
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FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
This intervenes in the event of an impact causing:
❒the interruption of the fuel supply with the engine
consequently cutting out
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors
❒the automatic switching on of the interior lights
❒the switching on of the hazard warning lights.
On some versions, the intervention of the system is
indicated by a message shown on the display.
IMPORTANT Carefully check the car for fuel leaks,
for instance in the engine compartment, under
the car or near the tank area. After a collision, turn
the ignition key to STOP to prevent the battery from
running down.To restore the correct operation of the car, proceed
as follows:
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR position;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒turn the ignition key to the STOP position;
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON position.
WARNING
If, after an impact , you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do not
reactivate the system to avoid the risk of fire.
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INTERIOR FITTINGSSTORAGE COMPARTMENTS
Upper compartment
To open the compartment, press button A fig. 60
pushing it upwards and holding it down rotate the
flap as shown in the figure, until it reaches
"completely open" stop position.
IMPORTANT Do not insert objects of such a size
that the compartment cannot be completely closed.
Ensure that the compartment is completely closed
when driving.On some versions, the compartment may be cooled
by an air vent connected to the climate control
system (operate wheel B fig. 61 to adjust the air flow
rate inside the compartment).
The cooling function is only carried out with the
climate control system on.
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