2014 FIAT 500L trunk release

Liftgate Emergency Release
As a security measure, a Liftgate Emergency Release is
built into the liftgate latching mechanism. To access the
Liftgate Emergency Release proceed as follows:
1. Remove the rear headrests and fold down the seatscompletely
2. Take the screwdriver from the tool box supplied
3.
With the screwdriver remove the tab of yellow color (A)
4. Introduce the screwdriver into the seat B in order to trigger the release tab of the trunk (follow the direction
arrow to open)
Yellow Tab Location
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 29

DrivingThrough Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .232
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) ........144
Electrical Power Outlets .....................144
Electric Remote Mirrors ......................92
Electronic Brake Control System ...............239
Brake Assist System .....................239
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) ..............246
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........121
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............242
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......131
Exit Trip ............................. .173
Start Of Trip Procedure ...................173
Emergency Deck Lid Release ..................29
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................287
Jacking .............................. .301Jump Starting
......................... .308
Towing ............................. .316
Emergency Trunk Release ....................29
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .326
Break-In Recommendations .................80
Checking Oil Level ..................... .324
Compartment ......................... .321
Cooling ............................. .338
Exhaust Gas Caution .....................82
Fails to Start .......................... .213
Flooded, Starting ...................... .213
Fuel Requirements ..................... .277
Oil................................. .324
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .325
Oil Selection .......................... .325
Overheating .......................... .287
Starting ..............................211
Temperature Gauge ..................... .159
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INDEX 395

Safety.............................. .247
Sizes ............................... .248
Snow Tires ........................... .262
Spinning ............................ .264
Tread Wear Indicators ....................265
Tire Safety Information .....................247
Towing ............................... .282
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .316
Recreational .......................... .283
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ...........283
Traction ............................... .231
Traction Control ......................... .240
Trailer Towing .......................... .282
Transaxle Autostick ............................ .230
Transmission Automatic ........................... .216
Euro Twin Clutch ...................... .216
Fluid ............................... .347Maintenance
.......................... .347
Manual ............................. .214
Transmitter, Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®). . . .133
Transporting Pets ..........................80
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .265
Trip Odometer .......................... .166
Trunk Lid (Deck Lid) .......................29
Trunk Release, Emergency ....................29
Turn Signals ............................ .159
UCI Connector .......................... .183
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................387
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .183
Universal Transmitter ..................... .133
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .277
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................37
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7
Vehicle Loading ......................... .254
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