2014 FIAT 500X ECO mode

WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car-
bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of
the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or
other controls could cause serious injury or death.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the remote start button on
the key fob twice within five seconds. The
vehicle doors will lock, the turn signals will
flash, and the horn will chirp twice. Then, the
engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
remote start mode. •
For security, power window operation is disabled
when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push and release the remote start button one time or
allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system
will disable with a one time push of the remote start
button for two seconds after receiving a valid remote
start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle
Before the end of 15-minute cycle, push and release the
unlock button on the key fob to unlock the doors and
disarm the vehicle security alarm (if equipped). Then,
prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, for vehicles
equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, push
and release the keyless ignition button.
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-
N-Go feature, the message “Remote Start Active —
Push Start Button” will display in the instrument clus-
ter display until you push the keyless ignition button.
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operation of the headlights, side marker lights, daytime
running lights, fog lights and the dimming of the
instrument cluster and interior lighting.
Turning on the headlights will illuminate the instru-
ment cluster and the controls located on the instrument
panel.Automatic Lighting — If Equipped
Light Sensor
The light sensor is equipped with an infrared LED,
located on the windshield. It detects changes in light
intensity outside the vehicle, based on the sensitivity of
light set by using the Menu on the display or on the
Uconnect system.
The higher the sensitivity, the lesser the amount of
external light required for controlling the lighting.
Automatic Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO position.
When the automatic headlights are enabled, the head-
light time delay is active. After the ignition switch is
placed in the STOP mode, the headlights will automati-
cally turn off after approximately 90 seconds depending
on the settings of the feature.
The timing of the headlights is adjustable between 0, 30,
60 and 90 seconds. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
Headlight Switch
1 — Rotate Headlight Switch
2 — Ambient Light Dimmer
3 — Instrument Panel Dimmer
4 — Push Fog Light Switch
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NOTE:
•Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that the interior
lights are turned off. This will prevent the battery
from discharging once the doors are closed.
• If a light is left on it will automatically be turned off
after approximately 15 minutes after the ignition is in
STOP mode.
Dome Light Timing
The Dome Light will automatically illuminate when the
doors are unlocked, the doors are opened or after the
doors are closed.
Timing Entering The Vehicle
The dome lights illuminate in the following ways:
• When the doors are unlocked, the dome light will
illuminate for approximately 27 seconds.
• When one of the doors is opened, the dome light will
illuminate for approximately three minutes.
• When the doors are closed, the dome light will
automatically shut off after approximately 27 sec-
onds. NOTE:
The timing stops once the ignition is placed in
the RUN or START mode.
The dome light will turn off under any of the following
conditions:
• The dome light is disabled when the ignition is
placed in the RUN or START mode.
• The dome lights will turn off automatically when the
doors are locked.
• The dome lights will automatically turn off after
approximately fifteen minutes of inactivity to pre-
serve the battery.
Timing Exiting The Vehicle
The dome light will illuminate under the following
conditions when the ignition is turned to the STOP
mode:
• The dome light will illuminate for 27 seconds after
the key is removed from the vehicle.
• The opening of one of the doors (approximately three
minutes).
• After closing a door (approximately 27 seconds).
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Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the lever
on the right side of the steering column. The rear
wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located
at the middle of the lever.Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to
the first detent for intermittent operation and to
the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
To use the washer, push the lever forward
and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is
pushed while in the intermittent setting, the
wiper will turn on and operate for several
wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and
then resume the intermittent interval previously se-
lected. NOTE:
•
As a protective measure, the pump will stop if the
switch is held for more than 30 seconds. Once the
lever is released, the pump will resume normal
operation.
• When front wipers are continuous and the vehicle is
shifted in REVERSE, the rear wiper will perform one
round up to clean the rear window.
If the lever is pushed while the wiper is in the off
position, the wiper will operate for several wipe cycles,
then turn off.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is
turned to the STOP mode, the wiper will automatically
return to the “park” position.
Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located
with the Climate Controls on the instrument
panel. Push this button to turn on the rear window
defroster. An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20
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minutes. To manually shut the defroster off, push the
button a second time.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage
to the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft
cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping paral-
lel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled
off after soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of
the window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Windshield Wiper
De-Icer feature that may be activated under the follow-
ing conditions:
• Activation By Front Defrost — The Windshield
Wiper De-Icer will be activated automatically in the
case of a cold weather manual start with full front
defrost, and the ambient temperature is below 40° F
(4.4° C).
• Activation By Rear Defrost — The Windshield
Wiper De-Icer will be activated automatically when
the rear defrost is turned on and the ambient tem-
perature is below 40° F (4.4° C).
• Activation By Remote Start Operation — When
Remote Start is active and the outside ambient tem-
perature is less than 40° F (4.4° C), the Windshield
Wiper De-Icer will be enabled. Upon exiting remote
start mode the Windshield Wiper De-Icer will remain
on.
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Manual Climate Control Descriptions
IconDescription
MAX A/C Setting
MAX A/C sets the system for maximum cooling performance. Rotate the temperature con-
trol adjust knob counterclockwise to the MAX A/C setting. In MAX A/C, the blower speed
and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings.
A/C Button
Push this button to engage the Air Conditioning. A light will illuminate when the Air Con-
ditioning system is engaged.
Recirculation Button
Push this control button to change the system between recirculation mode and outside air
mode. Recirculation can be used when outside conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or
high humidity are present.
NOTE:
•Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make the inside air stuffy and window
fogging may occur. Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
•The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog
on the inside, because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Select the outside air posi-
tion for maximum defogging.
•Recirculation can be used in all modes except for Defrost.
•The A/C can be deselected manually without disturbing the mode control selection.
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IconDescription
Front Defrost Mode
Air is directed through the windshield and side window demister outlets. Use this mode
with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window de-
frosting.
NOTE:The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix or Defrost, even if the Air Condi-
tioning (A/C) button is not pushed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the windshield.
To improve fuel economy, use these modes only when required.
Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn on the rear window defroster and
the heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when the rear win-
dow defroster is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after 20 minutes.
Temperature Control
Rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment.
Rotating the dial counterclockwise into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler tempera-
tures, while rotating clockwise into the red area indicates warmer temperatures. Rotating
the Temperature Control all the way counterclockwise results in turning on the MAX A/C
feature.
Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced through the ventilation system in
any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from the “0”
(OFF) position.
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CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage
to the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft
cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping paral-
lel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled
off after soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of
the window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Rear Window Defrosting
Push and release the rear window defrost button to turn
the function on/off.
Activation of this function is indicated by the rear
defrost indicator light on the instrument panel turning
on. The function is automatically deactivated after 20
minutes. If equipped, push the rear defrost button to activate the
defrosting of door mirrors and heated rear window.
CAUTION!
To avoid causing damage to the rear window de-
froster heating filaments do not affix stickers or
other objects to the inside of the rear glass.
Air Recirculation
Push and release the Air Recirculation button so that the
LED is on, to enter recirculation mode. It is recom-
mended to turn the internal air recirculation on while
standing in traffic or in tunnels to prevent the introduc-
tion of polluted air.
Do not use the function for a long period of time,
particularly if there are many passengers in the vehicle,
to prevent the windows from misting up.
NOTE: Internal air recirculation makes it possible to
reach the required heating or cooling conditions quickly
depending on the mode selected. Do not use the inter-
nal air recirculation function on rainy/cold days as it
would considerably increase the possibility of the win-
dows misting.
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