2014 FIAT 500L LIVING window

When a low air flow is selected, the climate control
system control unit always activates the Start&Stop
function.
The climate control system control unit attempts to
manage the "discomfort" caused by the engine
stopping (deactivation of compressor and engine
coolant pump) as best it can but the operation of the
climate control system can be enhanced through
the deactivation of the Start&Stop function by
pressing the
button on the dashboard control trim
(see contents of "Start&Stop system" paragraph in
this chapter).
NoteIn particularly severe climate conditions it is
recommended to limit the use of the Start&Stop
function to prevent the compressor from
continuously switching on and off, with consequent
rapid misting of the windows and accumulation of
humidity with unpleasant smells in the passenger
compartment.
NoteWhen the Start&Stop function is on (engine
off and vehicle speed zero), the automatic
recirculation management is turned off always taking
air in from outside, to reduce the probability of
window misting up (as the compressor is off ).ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This allows the passenger compartment to be heated
more quickly in cold weather conditions.
The heater switches off automatically when the
required comfort conditions are achieved.
The additional heater activates automatically
depending on the environmental conditions and with
engine started.
IMPORTANT The heater only operates if the outside
temperature and engine coolant temperature are
low. The heater will not activate if the battery
voltage is too low.
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WINDOW CLEANINGThe right stalk controls windscreen wiper/washer
and heated rear window wiper/washer operation.
WINDSCREEN WASHER/WIPER
They can be operated only with the ignition key
turned to MAR.
The ring nut A fig. 46 can be moved to four different
positions:
windscreen wiper off.intermittent operation.continuous slow operation.continuous fast operation.Move the stalk upwards (unstable position) to limit
operation to the time for which the stalk is held
in this position. When released, the stalk will return
to its default position and the wiper will be
automatically stopped.
With the ring nut A fig. 46 in position
, the
windscreen wiper will automatically adapt operating
speed to the speed of the car.
With the windscreen wipers operational, if reverse
gear is engaged, the rear window wiper is
automatically activated.
Do not use the windscreen wiper to
remove layers of snow or ice from the
windscreen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to excessive
stress and the motor cut-out switch, which
prevents operation for a few seconds, may
intervene. If operation is not restored (even after
turning the key and restarting the car engine),
contact a Fiat Dealership.Do not operate the windscreen wiper with
the blades lifted from the windscreen.
fig. 46
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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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CIGAR LIGHTER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located on the central tunnel fig. 66, next to
the handbrake lever. To activate the cigar lighter,
press button A.
After a few seconds the button automatically returns
to its initial position, and the cigar lighter is ready
for use.
IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter is
switched off.
IMPORTANT Do not connect devices with power
higher than 180 W to the socket. Do not damage
the socket by using unsuitable adaptors.
WARNING
The cigar lighter gets extremely hot .
Handle it carefully and make sure that
children don’t use it : risk of fire and/or burns.
SUN VISORS
These are located at the sides of the interior rear
view mirror. They can be adjusted forwards and
sideways.
To direct the visor laterally, detach the visor from
the interior rear view mirror side hook and turn
it towards the side window.
A courtesy mirror with light is fitted on the back of
the visors on some versions. The light allows the
mirror to be used even in poor light conditions.
To access the mirror, use flap A fig. 67, sliding it as
shown in the figure.
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ELECTRIC WINDOWSThese operate when the ignition key is turned to
MAR-ON and for about three minutes after the
ignition key is turned to STOP or removed unless
one of the front doors is opened.
The buttons are located on the door panel trim (for
versions/markets, where provided). All windows
can be controlled from the driver side door panel.
WARNING
Improper use of the electric windows
can be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that passengers are not
exposed to the risk of being injured either
directly by the moving windows or through
objects getting caught or struck by them.When
leaving the car, always remove the ignition
key to avoid the risk of injury of people still on
board due to accidental operation of the
electric windows.CONTROLS
Driver's side front door
(versions with 2 electric windows)
A fig. 77: front left window opening/closing.
"Automatic continuous" operation during window
opening/closing, while ignition key is in MAR-ON
position;
B: front right window opening/closing. "Automatic
continuous" operation during window opening/
closing, "manual" operation only during window
closing.
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Driver's side front door
(versions with 4 electric windows)
A fig. 78: front left window opening/closing.
"Continuous automatic" operation during window
opening/closing stage and anti-pinch system activated.
B: front right window opening/closing. "Continuous
automatic" operation during window opening/closing
stage and anti-pinch system activated.
C: enabling/disabling of rear door electric window
controls
D: rear left window opening/closing (for versions/
markets, where provided). "Continuous automatic"
operation during window opening/closing stage
and anti-pinch system activated:
E: rear right window opening/closing (for versions/
markets, where provided). "Continuous automatic"
operation during window opening/closing stage
and anti-pinch system activated.Use the buttons to open/close the desired window.
Window opening
Push the buttons to open the desired window.
When one of the two buttons is pressed briefly, the
window moves in "stages"; if the button is held
down, "continuous automatic" operation is activated.
If the button is pressed again, the window will stop
in the desired position.
Window closing
Lift the buttons to close the desired window.
The window closing stage occurs following the same
logics described for the opening stage.
Front and rear passenger doors
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On the passenger side front door panel trim, and on
some versions also on the rear doors, buttons are
provided to control the associated windows.
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Anti-crush safety device
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The car is equipped with an anti-crush safety device
for the raising of the front and rear windows.
This safety system detects the presence of an
obstacle during the window closing travel and
intervenes by stopping and reversing the window
travel, depending on its position.
This device is also useful if the windows are activated
accidentally by children on board the car.
The anti-pinch function is active both during manual
and automatic operation of the electric windows.
Following the intervention of the anti-pinch system,
the window travel is immediately interrupted and
subsequently reversed until the lower end of travel is
reached. The window cannot be operated in any
way during this time.
IMPORTANT If the anti-crush protection intervenes
3 consecutive times within 1 minute or is faulty,
the automatic closing operation of the window is
inhibited, only allowing it in steps of half a second;
the button is released for the subsequent
manoeuvre. In order to restore the correct
operation of the system, the relevant window must
be lowered.Window remote opening/closing by means of
a key with remote control.
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The window can be lowered/lifted holding down the
unlocking (
)/locking (
) button respectively.
The windows move simultaneously as far as the
corresponding button is held down; they will stop
when reaching the upper or lower end of travel
position, or releasing the button.
Electric window system initialisation
If power supply is interrupted when the window is
moving, the electric window automatic operation
must be reinitialised.
The initialisation procedure must be carried out with
the doors closed and for each door, as described
below:
❒fully close the window to be initialised, with
manual operation;
❒after the window has reached the upper end of
travel, hold the up button pressed for at least
one second.
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