2014 FIAT FREEMONT Owners Manual

To Fold The Seatback
Pull the latch release-loop located at the top of the
seatback upward, push the seatback forward slightly,
and release the release-loop. Then, continue to push
the seatback forward. The head restraints will fold
automatically as the seatback moves forward.
(fig. 38)
To Unfold The Seatback
Grasp the assist strap loop on the seatback and pull it
toward you to raise the seatback. Continue to raise the
seatback until it locks in place. Raise the head restraint
to lock it in place.
(fig. 39)
The seatback can also be locked in the reclined posi-
tion. To do so, pull the latch release-loop located at the
top of the seatback upward, allow the seatback to
recline, and release the release-loop.
(fig. 38)Seatback Release(fig. 39) Assist Strap
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WARNING!
• Be certain that the seatback is locked
secu rely

into position. Otherwise, the
seat will not provide the proper stability for
passengers. An improperly latched seat could
cause serious injury.
• Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row
seat without having the head restraint unfolded
and locked in place. Failure to follow this warning
may result in personal injury to the passenger in
the event of a collision.
• Do not allow a passenger to sit in a third row
seat with the second row seatback(s) folded flat .
In a collision, the passenger could slide under-
neath the seat belt and be seriously or even
fatally injured.
TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING
COLUMN
This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. It also allows you to lengthen or
shorten the steering column. The tilt/telescoping con-
trol handle is located below the steering wheel at the
end of the steering column.
(fig. 40)
To unlock the steering column, push the control handle
downward. To tilt the steering column, move the steer-
ing wheel upward or downward as desired. To lengthen
or shorten the steering column, pull the steering wheel
outward or push it inward as desired. To lock the
steering column in position, pull the control handle
upward until fully engaged.
(fig. 40)
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Control Handle
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. A

djusting the steering column
while driving or driving with the steering column
unlocked could cause the driver to lose control of
the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked
before driving your vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
HEATED STEERING WHEEL
(for versions/markets, where
provided)
The steering wheel contains a heating element that
helps warm your hands in cold weather. The heated
steering wheel has only one temperature setting. Once
the heated steering wheel has been turned on it will
operate for approximately 80 minutes before automati-
cally shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut
off early or may not turn on when the steering wheel is
already warm.
The heated steering wheel can be turned on and off
using the Uconnect® System.
Touch the “Controls” soft-key then touch the “Heated
Steering Wheel” soft-key to turn on the heated steer-
ing wheel. Press the “Heated Steering Wheel” soft-key
a second time to turn the heated steering wheel off.
(fig. 41) (fig. 42)
NOTE: The engine must be running for the heated
steering wheel to operate.
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WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain to
th e

skin because of advanced age,
chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medi-
cation, alcohol use, exhaustion or other physical
conditionmustexercisecarewhenusingtheseat
heater. It may cause burns even at low tempera-
tures, especially if used for long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat or seatback
that insulates against heat , such as a blanket or
cushion. This may cause the seat heater to over-
heat . Sitting in a seat that has been overheated
could cause serious burns due to the increased
surface temperature of the seat .
(fig. 41)
Controls Soft-Key
(fig. 42)Heated Steering Wheel Soft-Key
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MIRRORS
INSIDE DAY/NIGHT MIRROR
A two-point pivot system allows for horizontal and
vertical adjustment of the mirror. Adjust the mirror to
center on the view through the rear window.
Headlight glare can be reduced by moving the small
control lever under the mirror to the night position
(lever flipped toward the rear of vehicle). The mirror
should be adjusted while set in the day position (to-
ward the windshield).
(fig. 43)
AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRROR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare
from vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaulted
on, and only be disabled when the vehicle is moving in
reverse.
(fig. 44)
To avoid damage to the mirror during
cleaning, never spray any cleaning solu-
tion directly onto the mirror. Apply the
solution onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror
clean.
(fig. 43)
Adjusting Rearview Mirror(fig. 44)Automatic Dimming Mirror
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OUTSIDE MIRRORS
To receive maximum benefit, adjust the outside mir-
ror(s) to center on the adjacent lane of traffic and a
slight overlap of the view obtained from the inside
mirror.
NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the
passenger si

de convex mirror will look
smaller and farther away than they really are.
Relying too much on your passenger side convex
mirror could cause you to collide with another
vehicle or other object . Use your inside mirror
when judging the size or distance of a vehicle
seen in the passenger side convex mirror. Failure
to follow this warning may result in serious injury
or death.
POWER MIRRORS
The power mirror switch is located on the driver's
door trim panel.
(fig. 45)
Models Without Express Window Feature
Press the mirror select button marked L (left) or
R (right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons
to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is
pointing.
Models With Express Window Feature
Press and release the mirror select button marked
L (left) or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow
buttons to move the mirror in the direction the arrow is
pointing. The selection times out after 30 seconds of
inactivity in order to guard against accidentally changing
a mirror position following an adjustment.
NOTE: A light in the selected button will illuminate
indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted.
(fig. 45)
Power Mirror Switches
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POWER FOLDING MIRRORS (for
versions/markets, where provided)
The switch for the power folding mirrors is located
between the power mirror switches L (left) and R (right).
Press the switch once and the mirrors will fold in,
pressing the switch a second time will return the mirrors
to the normal driving position.
NOTE:If the vehicle speed is greater than 16 km/h the
folding feature will be disabled.
If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle
speed is equal or greater than 8 km/h, they will auto-
matically unfold.
MANUAL FOLDING MIRRORS
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged.
The hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and
rearward to resist damage. The hinge has three detent
positions: forward, rearward and normal.
HEATED MIRRORS (for versions/markets,
where provided)
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice.
This feature is activated whenever you turn on
the rear window defroster. Refer to “Rear Window
Features” for further information. ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
An illuminated vanity mirror is on each sun visor. To use
the mirror, rotate the sun visor downward and swing the
mirror cover upward. The light will turn on automatically.
Closing the mirror cover will turn off the light.
(fig. 46)
Sun Visor “Slide-On Rod” Feature
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This feature allows for additional flexibility in position-
ing the visor to block out the sun.
1. Fold down the sun visor.
2. Unclip the visor from the center clip.
3. Pull the sun visor toward the inside rearview mirror
to extend it.
(fig. 46)
Illuminated Vanity Mirror
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
The air conditioning and heating system is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather. This
system can be operated through either the instrument
panel or through the Uconnect® system display.
When the Uconnect® system is in different modes
(Radio, Player, Settings, More, etc.) the driver and
passenger temperature settings will be indicated at the
top of the display.
Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Hard-Keys
Hard-keys are located on the left and right side of the
Uconnect® 4.3 screen in the center of the instrument
panel. There are also hard-keys located below the
Uconnect® touch screen. (fig. 47) (fig. 48)
Soft-Keys
Soft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect® system
screen.
(fig. 49) (fig. 50)
(fig. 47)
(fig. 48)Manual Temperature Controls — Hard-Keys
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