2014 FIAT 500L power steering

INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FIAT...............2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT..................4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...............6
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB.......................8
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM............8
POWER DOOR LOCKS...............9
SEAT BELT......................10
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) —
AIR BAGS......................11
CHILD RESTRAINTS................12
FRONT SEATS....................16
REAR SEATS.....................17
HEATED SEATS...................18
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN...18
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS...19
TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER...19
WIPER/WASHER LEVER..............21
SPEED CONTROL..................22
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS.........24
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
(ATC).........................25
REAR PARK ASSIST.................26
POWER SUNROOF.................26
WIND BUFFETING.................27
EURO TWIN CLUTCH SIX-SPEED
TRANSMISSION...................27
ADDING FUEL...................30
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)...31
ELECTRONICSYOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM.......32
IDENTIFYING YOUR RADIO............34
Uconnect® 5.0...................35
Uconnect® 6.5N..................45
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS.....62
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC)...................62
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES...........63UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HomeLink®)....................64
POWER INVERTER.................66
POWER OUTLETS.................67
UTILITYTRAILER TOWING.................68
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)...............68
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE........69
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS..69
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS..........74
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING.........75
TIREFIT KIT......................81
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE..........86
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE..............89
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE.........90
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE............91
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).........92
CAP-LESS FUEL FILL FUNNEL...........92
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOPENING THE HOOD..............93
ENGINE COMPARTMENT.............94
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES.............95
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE...........96
FUSES........................100
TIRE PRESSURES.................103
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE.......104
EXTERIOR BULBS.................104
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEFIAT CUSTOMER CENTER............105
FIAT CANADA CUSTOMER CENTER......105
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED...105
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING...........105
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE
UNITED STATES..................106
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®...107
FAQ ’sFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS.......108
INDEX......................109
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DRIVER COCKPIT
1.Power Mirrors
2.Uconnect® Phone (Bluetooth® Hands Free Calling) pg.32
3.Turn Signals/Lights/High Beam Lever pg.19
4.Instrument Cluster pg.6
5.Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display pg.62
6.Speed Control pg.22
7.Wiper/Washer Lever (behind steering wheel) pg.21
8.Ignition Switch
9.Audio System pg.32
10.Switch Panel
•Hazard Switch
•Fog Lights pg.20
•Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg.63
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11.Upper Glove Box
12.Dash Storage
13.Lower Glove Box
14.Climate Controls pg.24
15.Power Outlet pg.67
16.Shift Lever
17.Tilt Telescoping Steering Column pg.18
18.Power Door Locks pg.9
19.Power Window Switches
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
- Air Bag Warning Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
- Power Steering System Warning Light
- Generic Warning Light
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- EURO Twin Clutch Transmission Light
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24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
•If your FIAT 500 L requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service,
lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty,
dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents.See your
Warranty booklet for further details.
•Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.
•Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
•Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
•You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival.
If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation,” please let us know.With your consent,
we will contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Generic Warning Light
The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur: Oil
Change Request, Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure, External Light Failure, Fuel Cut-Off
Intervention, Fuel Cut-Off Not Available, Parking Sensor Failure, DST System Failure.
- Power Steering System Warning
This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Electric Power Steering
System).When the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position, the warning light will illu-
minate momentarily.If the warning light stays on, cycle the ignition to the OFF position
and back to ON/RUN.If the warning light stays on, contact your authorized dealer.
If the warning light switches on while driving you may not have steering assistance.
Although it will still be possible to steer the car, the effort needed to operate the
steering wheel could be increased: contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
- EURO Twin Clutch Transmission — If Equipped
•This light will illuminate when there is an EURO Twin Clutch Transmission fault.
•Have the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle.If the A/C system is on, turn it off.Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and
idle the vehicle.If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine
off immediately.
We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur.
Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
With Ignition Key
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission
•Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
•Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
Manual Transmission
•Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in
NEUTRAL.
•Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
•Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
NOTE:
If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.),
the key must be in the ON/RUN position.Make certain the transmission remains in
NEUTRAL.
All Transmissions
•If it is necessary to use the accessories while being towed (wipers, defrosters, etc.),
the key must be in the ON/RUN position.Make certain the transmission remains in
NEUTRAL.
Without The Ignition Key
•Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed with the ignition in the OFF/
LOCK position.A dolly should be used under the front wheels if the rear wheels are
raised.Proper towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
•Battery power is required to release the brake/transmission interlock system (Euro
Twin Clutch Transmission only).There is a removable plug in the right side of the shift
lever housing that allows you to override the system.Refer to Shift Lever Override in
this guide.
CAUTION!
•Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe transmission damage.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
•DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with a Euro Twin Clutch Transmission.
Damage to the drivetrain will result.
•If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the ignition switch must be in the
ON/RUN position.
•Do not attempt to use sling-type equipment when towing.When securing the
vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components.
Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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FUSES
Underhood Fuses
•The Front Distribution Unit is located on the drivers side of the engine compartment,
next to the battery.To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover.
•The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found
on the back of the cover.
Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F01 60 Amp Blue Body Controller
F02 60 Amp BlueBody Controller Rear Distribution
Unit
F03 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange Anti-Lock Brake Pump
F05 70 Amp Tan Electric Power Steering
F06 30 Amp Green Radiator Fan - Low Speed
F07 50 Amp Red Radiator Fan - High Speed
F08 40 Amp Orange Blower Motor
F09 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission
F10 15 Amp Blue Horn
F11 10 Amp Red Powertrain
F14 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 115V
F15 15 Amp Blue Transmission
F16 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission Powertrain
F17 10 Amp Red Powertrain
F18 5 Amp Tan Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)
F19 7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning
F20 30 Amp Green Rear Defroster
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
100

Interior and Instrument Lights........5
Inverter Outlet (115V)...........66
Inverter, Power...............66
Jack Operation................75
Key Fo b....................8
Disarm The Alarm.............9
Lane Change Assist.............19
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren)...........12, 13, 15
Liftgate....................8
Lights
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS)...71
Turn Signal...............19
Locks
Key s...................8
Liftgate, Tailgate..............8
Maintenance Schedule............96
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)..............72
Mirrors
Heated...............24, 25
Navigation..................52
New Vehicle Break-In Period........19
Oil Pressure Light..............73
Outlet
Power..................67
Overheating, Engine.............74
Phone (Pairing)...............39
Placard, Tire and Loading Information...103
Power
Door Locks...............9
Inver ter.................66
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...67
Steering.................69
Programmable Electronic Features.....63
Rear Seat, Folding..............17
Reclining Front Seats............16
Recreational Towing.............68Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)Disarm The Alarm.............9
Replacement Bulbs.............104
Reporting Safety Defects..........106
Schedule, Maintenance............96
Seat Belt
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)...10
Child Restraints.............10
Energy Management Feature......10
Engage The Automatic Locking Mode..14
Lap/Shoulder Belts............10
Seat Belt Pretensioner.........10
Seat Belt Reminder...........10
Seats
Adjustment...............16
Heated.................18
Rear Folding...............17
Security Alarm
Disarm The System............9
Security Alarm..............8
Signals, Turn.................19
Speed Control
Accel/Decel...............22
Cancel..................23
Speed Control (Cruise Control)......22
Steering
Tilt Column...............18
Steering Wheel Audio Controls.......62
Stuck, Freeing................91
Text Messaging..............41, 57
Tilt Steering Column............18
TIREFIT...................81
Tires
Air Pressure..............103
Changing................75
Jacking..................75
Towing
Disabled Vehicle.............90
Recreational...............68
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome....68
Turn Signals.................19
Uconnect® 5.0...............35
Uconnect® 6.5N..............45
Uconnect® Voice Command........41
INDEX
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