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▫Vehicle Charge Indicators.................28
!A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS.............32
▫Ignition Key Removal...................32
▫Locking Doors With A Key................34
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder................34
!SENTRY KEY®.........................34
▫Replacement Keys.....................35
▫General Information....................36
!REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF
EQUIPPED............................36
▫To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate..........37
▫Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st
Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
▫To Lock The Doors And Liftgate............37
▫Transmitter Battery Replacement...........37
▫General Information....................39
!DOOR LOCKS.........................40
▫Power Door Locks — If Equipped..........42
▫Auto Door Locks......................43
!POWER WINDOWS.....................43
▫Power Window Switches.................43
▫Auto-Down..........................45
▫Wind Buffeting.......................45
!LIFTGATE............................45
!OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS..........46
▫Important Safety Precautions..............46
▫Seat Belt Systems......................47
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E-Park is activated when the driver pushes the PARK
button. An electric motor activates the parking pawl and
locks the single-speed transmission when the vehicle is
placed into PARK. This will prevent any unwanted
movement of the vehicle.
NOTE:The engagement of the E-Park can be heard when
there is no noise in the interior of the vehicle, this is a
normal condition.
Climate Control (HVAC System)
Your 500e is equipped with an Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) HVAC system. This HVAC system utilizes
a humidity sensor, cabin sensor, and ambient tempera-
ture sensor to choose operation mode and control cabin
comfort. These components allow the controller to oper-
ate the HVAC system in a very efficient manner to
maximize driving range.
Your 500e also uses an electric air heater to provide heat
to the cabin.
Electric Air Conditioning Compressor
Your 500e uses an electric air conditioning compressor.
The air conditioning compressor is powered by the high
voltage battery system and is used to cool the vehicle
occupants and the high voltage battery while the vehicle
is being driven or when it is being charged.
The high voltage battery may require cooling to keep the
vehicle running. The air conditioning compressor will
activate without any input from the occupant.
NOTE:The AC system helps cool the high voltage
battery. If the air conditioning system should require
service see your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Electric Power Steering
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Power Steering
(EPS) system. The power steering system requires no
maintenance and operates without the use of power
steering fluid.
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Smartphone Features
With the “FIAT Access” smartphone app, you can moni-
tor the state of charge of the high voltage battery or
initiate charging from your phone. You can also turn on
your car ’s climate control system remotely. The smart-
phone app provides the following features:
•Monitor battery charge level
•Display available driving distance
•Check charging status
•Remotely activate vehicle climate control system
•Unlock and lock doors
•Assist with locating your vehicle
•Locate charging stations
•Send a point-of-interest to your vehicle
•Schedule a charge
•View energy consumed
•Notifications for charging and preconditioning events
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SAE J1772 Charge Receptacle
Your vehicle uses an industry standard SAE J1772 charge
receptacle (vehicle’s inlet) for both AC Level 1 (120V) and
AC Level 2 (240V) charging.
NOTE:The charge receptacle door locks and unlocks
with the vehicle doors.
EVSE Operation And Status Information
IndicatorDescription
1 — AC Indicator
LED
Green indicates READY
RED Indicates a fault
SAE J1772 Charge Receptacle
EVSE Status Indicators
2
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Charging The High Voltage Battery
1. Put the vehicle in PARK.
2. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
3. Remove the Level 1 EVSE from its storage bin by
lifting the rear cargo cover.
4. Uncoil the entire length of the EVSE (charge cord).
5. Plug the EVSE into a standard 120V AC outlet that is
properly grounded. It is recommended that the EVSE
is connected to an AC outlet on a circuit which is not
electrically loaded by other devices. Extension cords
may not be used.
NOTE:All of the EVSE LED’s illuminate green.
6. Open the charge receptacle door.
NOTE:The charge receptacle door is locked whenever
the vehicle is locked. Unlock the doors to unlock the
charge receptacle door for charging.
7. Plug the EVSE into the charge receptacle. Push the
EVSE in firmly until it is completely engaged (if not
completely engaged the vehicle may not charge).
EVSE Location
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical
key, simply push the mechanical key release button.
The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key
code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho-
rized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys.
Ignition Key Removal
1. Place the transmission in PARK.
2. Rotate the key to the OFF/LOCK position.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
Mechanical Key Release Button
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WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, place the transmission into PARK, and re-
move the Key Fob from the ignition. When leaving
the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured. Children
should be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission shift buttons.
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
(Continued)
Ignition Switch Positions
1—STOP(OFF/LOCK)2—MAR(ACC/ON/RUN)3—AVV(START)
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the key from the ignition and lock all the
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Locking Doors With A Key
You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key to the left. To unlock the door, turn the
key to the right. Refer to “Body Lubrication” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for maintenance procedures.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK sounds a
signal to remove the key.
SENTRY KEY®
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau-
thorized vehicle operation by disabling the starting sys-
tem. The system does not need to be armed or activated.
Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle
is locked or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle.
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