2015 FIAT 500E steering wheel

CAUTION!(Continued)
•Install chains on the front wheels as tightly as
possible and then retighten after driving about
½mile (0.8 km).
•Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
•Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
•Do not drive for prolonged period on dry pave-
ment.
•Observe the tire chain manufacturer ’s instructions
on the method of installation, operating speed, and
conditions for use. Always use the lower suggested
operating speed of the chain manufacturer if dif-
ferent from the speed recommended by the manu-
facture.
•Do not use traction devices on a compact spare tire.
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS
The tires on the front and rear of your vehicle operate at
different loads and perform different steering, driving,
and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at
unequal rates.
These effects can be reduced by timely rotation of tires.
The benefits of rotation are especially worthwhile with
aggressive tread designs such as those on all season type
tires. Rotation will increase tread life, help to maintain
mud, snow and wet traction levels, and contribute to a
smooth, quiet ride.
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals. The reasons for any rapid or
unusual wear should be corrected prior to rotation being
performed.
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STARTING AND OPERATING 261

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 while gently pushing the accelerator. Use
the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will
maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the
wheels.
NOTE:Push the#ESC Off#switch, to place the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system in#Partial Off#mode,
before rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake
Control” in “Starting And Operating” for further infor-
mation. Once the vehicle has been freed, push the#ESC
Off#switch again to restore#ESC On#mode.
CAUTION!
•When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the
wheels faster than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain
damage may result.
•Spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmis-
sion overheating and failure. It can also damage the
tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph
(48 km/h) while in gear.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
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WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 291

Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running
Lamps
1. Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right.
2. Open the wheel housing access door.
3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp
housing.
4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise.
5. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.
6. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket
clockwise into lamp locking it in place.
7. Reinstall the plastic cap.
Front Fog Lamps
To replace the front fog lights, see your authorized dealer.
Wheel Housing Access Door
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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 331

Operating Instructions....................52
Pregnant Women........................55
Pretensioners...........................55
Rear Seat..............................49
Untwisting Procedure.....................54
Seats..................................113
Adjustment...........................113
Heated...............................117
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze)...............334
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................34
Service Assistance.........................345
Service Contract..........................347
Service Manuals..........................349
Shoulder Belts............................49
Signals, Turn.............................98
Snow Tires..............................252
Spare Tire...............................254
Speed Control (Cruise Control)................132
Starting................................214
Steering
Power...............................225
Tilt Column...........................131
Wheel, Tilt............................131
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............200
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .200
Storage, Vehicle...........................209
Stuck, Freeing............................291
Sun Roof...............................142
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag..........59
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC)..........202
Tilt Steering Column.......................131
Tire and Loading Information Placard...........242
Tire Markings............................235
Ti re s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 8
Aging (Life of Tires).....................257
Air Pressure...........................247
Compact Spare.........................254
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