2014 FIAT 500L Owners Manual

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owners Manual containsWARNINGSagainst op-
erating procedures that could result in a collision or
bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONSagainst proce-
dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss
important information. Observe all Warnings and Cau-
tions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears engraved on
the right front floor pan under the passenger seat, on an
adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the
B-Pillar, on the vehicle registration and title.
Vehicle Identification Number
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NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.
Stamped VIN Location
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS .............12
▫ Ignition Switch ........................12
 SENTRY KEY® .........................13
▫ Replacement Keys .....................14
▫ General Information ....................14

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM — IF EQUIPPED . . .15
▫ To Arm The System ....................15
▫ To Disarm The System ...................16
▫ Central Lock/Unlock (Switch Safe Lock Device) —
If Equipped ..........................16 
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) ............18
▫ To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........19
▫ To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ............19
▫ Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote
Control ..............................19
▫ Programming Additional Transmitters ........20
▫ Request For Additional Remote Controls ......20
▫ General Information ....................20
 DOOR LOCKS .........................21
▫ Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open . . .23
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▫Auto — Relocking (Only For Rear Doors) .....23
▫ Child-Protection Door Lock System —
Rear Doors ..........................24
 POWER WINDOWS .....................25
▫ Power Window Switches .................25
 LIFTGATE ............................28
▫ Liftgate Emergency Release ...............29
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS ................30
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions .....33
▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure .....37
▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ......38
▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If
Equipped ............................38
▫ Energy Management Feature ..............39▫
Seat Belt Pretensioners ..................40
▫ Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert®) ..........................40
▫ Seat Belts And Pregnant Women ...........41
▫ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) —
Air Bags ............................42
▫ Advanced Front Air Bag Features ...........45
▫ Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls ....49
▫ Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............59
▫ Child Restraints .......................61
▫ Transporting Pets ......................80
 ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ....80
 SAFETY TIPS ..........................81
▫ Transporting Passengers ..................81
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▫Exhaust Gas ..........................82
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle .............................83 ▫
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ..........................85
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical
key simply press the mechanical key release button.The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key
code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho-
rized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch can be turned to three different
positions:
•
STOP: engine off, key can be removed. Some electrical
devices (e.g. sound system, central door locking sys-
tem, etc.) can operate;
• AVV: engine start-up;
• MAR: driving position. All electrical devices are en-
abled.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety system that
requires the ignition key to be turned back to STOP if the
engine does not start, before the starting operation can be
repeated.
Mechanical Key Release Button
12 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

SENTRY KEY®
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau-
thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle.
NOTE:A key which has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
If the Vehicle Security Light is on after the key is turned
to the ON/RUN position, it indicates that there is a
problem with the electronics.
1 — STOP (OFF/LOCK) 3 — AVV (START)
2 — MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)
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CAUTION!
•Always remove the Sentry Key® from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
• The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not com-
patible with some aftermarket remote starting sys-
tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle
starting problems and loss of security protection.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key® has been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
General Information
The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules part 15
and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference that may be
received, including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE