2014 FIAT 500L steering wheel

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........231
▫ Acceleration ........................ .231
▫ Traction ........................... .232
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............232
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................233
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................233
 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING .............235
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .235
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .237
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .237
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .239
▫ Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ............239
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............239 ▫
Traction Control System (TCS) ............240
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................240
▫ Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) ...........242
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........242
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light ................243
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..........246
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............247
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .247
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........250
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........252
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........253
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........258
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ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
This only operates with the key turned to MAR/ON and
the engine started. The steering allows the force required
at the steering wheel to be adjusted to suit driving
conditions.
NOTE:When turning the ignition key quickly, full power
steering functionality can be achieved after a few sec-
onds.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave manual
transmission in REVERSE or first gear.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up
slightly, press the side button with your thumb, then
lower the lever completely. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition
switch in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, the Brake
Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
1 — Parking Brake Release Button
2 — Parking Brake Lever
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ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic
brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction Con-
trol System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Dynamic
Steering Torque (DST), and Electronic Stability Control
(ESC). All systems work together to enhance vehicle
stability and control in various driving conditions and
are commonly referred to as ESC.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
This system aids the driver in maintaining vehicle control
under adverse braking conditions. The system controls
hydraulic brake pressure to prevent wheel lockup and
help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces during braking.
Refer to “Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System” in “Start-
ing and Operating” for further information.
Brake Assist System (BAS)
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system detects an emergency braking situation by sens-
ing the rate and amount of brake application and then
applies optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help
reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very
quickly results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the
benefit of the system, you must applycontinuousbrak-
ing pressure during the stopping sequence (do not
“pump” the brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure
unless braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal
is released, the BAS is deactivated.
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Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
The DST function uses the integration of the ESC system
with the electric power steering to increase the safety
level of the whole car.
In critical situations (understeering, oversteering, brak-
ing with different grip conditions), through the DST
function the ESC system controls the steering to imple-
ment an additional torque contribution on the steering
wheel, to suggest the most correct manoeuvre to the
driver.
The coordinated action of brakes and steering increases
the safety and car control feeling.
NOTE:The DST is a driving aid system and does not
replace the driver’s actions while driving the car.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor-
rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by
applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in
counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi-
tion. Engine power may also be reduced to help the
vehicle maintain the desired path. ESC uses sensors in
the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the
driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
When the actual path does not match the intended path,
ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist
in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition.
• Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
• Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
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Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
This system anticipates the potential for wheel lift by
monitoring the driver ’s steering wheel input and the
speed of the vehicle. When ERM determines that the rate
of change of the steering wheel angle and vehicle’s speed
are sufficient to potentially cause wheel lift, it then
applies the appropriate brake and may also reduce
engine power to lessen the chance that wheel lift will
occur. ERM will only intervene during very severe or
evasive driving maneuvers.
ERM can only reduce the chance of wheel lift occurring
during severe or evasive driving maneuvers. It cannot
prevent wheel lift due to other factors, such as road
conditions, leaving the roadway, or striking objects or
other vehicles.
WARNING!
Many factors, such as vehicle loading, road condi-
tions, and driving conditions, influence the chance
that wheel lift or rollover may occur. ERM cannot
prevent all wheel lift or rollovers, especially those
that involve leaving the roadway or striking objects
or other vehicles. The capabilities of an ERM-
equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reck-
less or dangerous manner, which could jeopardize
the user’s safety or the safety of others.
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
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Follow these steps to connect the negative(-)battery
cable:
1. Connect the negative (-)battery terminal to the nega-
tive (-)post of the battery.
2. Push inward on the negative (-)battery cable terminal
release lever to the closed position.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle,
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets
draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged
in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery
life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE
and REVERSE (with Euro Twin Clutch Transmission) or
2nd gear and REVERSE (with manual transmission),
while gently pressing the accelerator. Use the least
amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain
the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, or
racing the engine.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead to
transmission overheating and failure. Allow the en-
gine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL for at
least one minute after every five rocking-motion
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SteeringTilt Column .......................... .120
Wheel, Tilt ........................... .120
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............184
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .184
Storage ............................... .363
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .363
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .363
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .313
Sun Roof .............................. .141
Sun Visor Extension ........................94
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........42
Tachometer ............................. .161
Telescoping Steering Column .................120
Temperature Gauge, Engine Coolant ............159
Tilt Steering Column ...................... .120
Tire and Loading Information Placard ...........253
TIREFIT ............................... .290Tire Markings
........................... .247
Tires...................................85 Aging (Life of Tires) .....................266
Air Pressure .......................... .258
Chains .............................. .269
Changing ............................ .301
Compact Spare ........................ .263
General Information .....................258
High Speed .......................... .260
Inflation Pressures ...................... .259
Jacking .............................. .301
Life of Tires .......................... .266
Load Capacity ........................ .253
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............271
Pressure Warning Light ...................164
Quality Grading ....................... .387
Radial .............................. .261
Replacement .......................... .267
Rotation ............................. .270
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