INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWELCOME FROM FIAT...............2IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION......4
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDRIVER COCKPIT..................6INSTRUMENT CLUSTER..............8
GETTING STARTEDELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES..........10ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION.........13CHARGING THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY...16STARTING YOUR 500e...............18KEY FOB......................19VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM...........20POWER DOOR LOCKS..............20SEAT BELT SYSTEMS................20SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) —AIR BAGS......................21CHILD RESTRAINTS................24HEAD RESTRAINTS.................28FRONT SEATS....................30REAR SEATS.....................32HEATED SEATS...................33TILT STEERING...................34
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEXTENDING YOUR DRIVING RANGE PERCHARGE.......................35TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER...36WIPER/WASHER LEVER..............37ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL.........38POWER WINDOWS................40AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURECONTROLS (ATC).................41REAR PARK ASSIST.................42POWER SUNROOF.................42WIND BUFFETING.................43
ELECTRONICSYO U R V E H I C L E ' S S O U N D S YS T E M........44AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER ANDSiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO............46BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE OPERATION.....48iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED..53ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATIONCENTER (EVIC)...................54PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES...........55TRIP BUTTON....................56POWER OUTLET..................57
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUMTRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)...........58RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.)...............58
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE..............59INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS..59INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATORLIGHTS.......................63TIRE SERVICE KIT..................63JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE — 12 VOLTBATTERY.......................70MANUAL PARK RELEASE.............72TOW I N G A D I S A B L E D V E H I C L E.........73ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSESYSTEM.......................73FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE............73EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR).........74
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOPENING THE HOOD..............75UNDERHOOD COMPARTMENT.........76FLUID CAPACITIES.................78FLUIDS, LUBES, AND GENUINE PARTS......78MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES..........79MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE...........79FUSES.........................83TIRE PRESSURES..................85TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS....86SPARE TIRES — IF EQUIPPED...........87WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE........88REPLACEMENT BULBS..............89
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCEFIAT CUSTOMER CENTER.............90ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED..90PUBLICATIONS ORDERING...........90REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THEUNITED STATES...................91
MOPAR® ACCESSORIESAUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR®...92
FAQ ’sFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS........93
INDEX.......................94
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER
Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist
•Tap the lever up or down once and the
turn signal (right or left) will flash three
times to indicate a lane change and auto-
matically turn off.
Headlights/Parking Lights
•Rotate the end of the lever to the first
detent for parking lights and headlight
operation.
NOTE:
The ignition switch must be in the ON/RUN
position for the headlights to operate.
High Beams
•Push the lever forward to activate the high beams.
•A high beam symbol will illuminate in the cluster to indicate the high beams are on.
NOTE:
For safe driving, turn off the high beams when oncoming traffic is present to prevent
headlight glare and as a courtesy to other motorists.
Flash To Pass
•Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams.The high beams will remain on
until the lever is released.
Headlight Delay (Follow Me Home)
•Within two minutes of the ignition switch being turned to the OFF/LOCK position or
the ignition key being removed from the ignition, pull the turn signal lever toward the
steering wheel.
•Each movement of the lever toward the steering wheel will increase the illumination
period by 30 seconds, up to a maximum of 210 seconds.
•To deactivate, pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for
more than two seconds.
NOTE:
Activation of Follow Me Home is only enabled once per key cycle and the steps outlined
above must be repeated each time you want to activate it.
Turn Signal/Lights Lever
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS
- Turn Signal Indicator
The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is oper-
ated.A tone will chime, and a EVIC message will appear if either turn signal is left on for
more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
NOTE:
If either indicator flashes at a rapid rate, check for a defective outside light bulb.
- High Beam Indicator
Indicates that headlights are on high beam.
- Vehicle Security Light
This light will flash rapidly for approximately 15 seconds when the vehicle security alarm is
arming.The light will flash at a slower speed continuously after the alarm is set.The security
light will also come on for about three seconds when the ignition is first turned on.
- Electronic Speed Control SET Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the cruising speed has been set.
- Front Fog Light Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
- Park/Headlight ON Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
This light indicates the ESC system has been turned off by the driver.
TIRE SERVICE KIT
•Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Service Kit.
•Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with the Tire Ser-
vice Kit.Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire.
The Tire Service Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F
(-20°C).
•This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to drive your vehicle up to
100 miles (160 km) with a maximum speed of 55 mph (90 km/h).
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Power Distribution Center #1
The Power Distribution Center #1 is located on the right side of the underhood com-
partment.To access the fuses, remove locking screw and slide cover off.
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 Control Module (BCM)
F02 20 Amp Yellow – HiFi Amplifier
F03 20 Amp Yellow – Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange – Brake System Module Pump
F05 70 Amp Tan – Electric Power Steering (EPS)
F06 60 Amp Blue – Radiator Fan
F07 40 Amp Orange – Regen Brake Module
F08 40 Amp Orange – HVAC
F09 – 5 Amp TanAir Electric HeaterCharge Indicator
F10 – 10 Amp Red Horn
F11 – 10 Amp RedElectronic Vehicle Control Unit(EVCU)
F14 – 5 Amp Tan High Beam (Shutter)
F15 – 15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter
F16 – 10 Amp RedHumidity SensorVPAMAC Compressor
F18 – 5 Amp TanElectronic Vehicle Control Unit(EVCU)
F19 – 10 Amp Red HVAC
F20 – 15 Amp Blue Heated Seats – If Equipped
F23 – 25 Amp Clear Anti-Lock Brake Valves
F24 – 7.5 Amp BrownEPSYAW Sensor
F30 – 15 Amp Blue Fog Lamps
F81 30 Amp Green – Electronic Shifter (ESM)
F82 30 Amp Green – Sunroof
F84 – 25 Amp Clear Regen Brake Module
F85 30 Amp Green – Rear Window Heater
F87 – 5 Amp Tan Electronic Shifter (ESM)
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REPLACEMENT BULBS
Interior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Overhead Lamp C5W
Courtesy Lamp W5W
Exterior Bulbs
Bulb Number
Front Low and High Beam Headlamp HIR2LL
Front Parking/Daytime Running Lamps W21/5W
Front Fog Lamps H11LL
Front Side Marker Lamps W3W
Front Turn Signal Lamps WY21W
Side Direction Lamps WY5W
Rear Turn Signal Lamps PY21W
Rear Side Marker Lamps W3W
Rear Tail and Stop Lamps P21/5W
Rear Backup Lamps W16W
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp W5W
License Plate Lamps LED (See Authorized dealer)
NOTE:Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from your authorized dealer.
If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit your authorized dealer or refer to the applicableService Manual.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)....79Adding Washer Fluid.............79Air BagAdvanced Front Air Bag.........22Advance Front Air Bag.........21Air Bags.................21Air Bag Warning Light..........21Driver Knee Air Bag...........23Front Air Bag..............21Passenger Knee Air Bag.........23Rollover.................21Side Impacts...............21Air bag Light.................59Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air CleanerFilter)...................79Air Conditioner Maintenance........79Air Conditioning Refrigerant........79Air Conditioning System...........79AlarmDisarm The System...........20Vehicle Security Alarm.........20Alarm (Security Alarm).........20, 63Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........79Disposal.................79Anti-Lock Warning Light...........59Appearance Care..............79Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)...41Auxiliary Electrical Outlet(Power Outlet)..............57
Battery..................70, 79Body Mechanism Lubrication........79Brake Fluid..................78Brakes....................79Brake System................79Master Cylinder.............79Warning Light..............60Bulb Replacement..............89Bulbs, Light..................89
Capacities, Fluid...............78Caps, FillerOil (Engine)...............79Car Washes.................79Charging...................16Child Restraint................24
Child RestraintsInstalling Child Restraints Using TheVehicle Seat Belt.............26Lower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren.................26Using The Top Tether Anchorage....26CleaningWheels.................79Windshield Wiper Blades........79Climate ControlAutomatic................41Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light......59Brake Warning Light...........60Electronic Speed Control SETIndicator.................63Front Fog Light Indicator........63High Beam Indicator..........63Park/Headlight ON Indicator......63Turn Signal Indicator..........63Vehicle Security Light..........63Clutch....................79Clutch Fluid.................79Compact Spare Tire.............87Cooling System...............79Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)......79Coolant Capacity............78Coolant Level..............79Disposal of Used Coolant.......79Drain, Flush, and Refill..........79Inspection................79Points to Remember..........79Pressure Cap..............79Selection of Coolant(Antifreeze).............78, 79Corrosion Protection............79Cruise Control (Speed Control)......38Customer Assistance............90
Defects, Reporting..............91Disarming, Security System.........20DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)......79Door Locks.................19
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary(Power Outlet)..............57
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Electronics
Your Vehicle's Sound System......44
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control).............38
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)............54, 55
Emergency, In Case of
Towing.................73
Engine....................76
Air Cleaner...............79
Checking Oil Level............79
Cooling..................79
Oil...................79
Oil Filler Cap..............79
Oil Selection..............79
Enhanced Accident Response Feature....73
Event Data Recorder............74
Exhaust System...............79
Extending Driving Range..........35
Exterior Lights................89
FAQ.....................93
Filters
Air Cleaner...............79
Engine Oil................79
Engine Oil Disposal...........79
Flashers
Turn Signal...............63
Flash-To-Pass.................36
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts....78Fog Lights..................63Freeing A Stuck Vehicle...........73Front Heated Seats.............33Fuse.....................83Fuses.....................83
General Maintenance............79Glass Cleaning................79
Hands-Free Communication —BLUE&ME™...............48HeadlightsCleaning.................79Heated Mirrors...............42Heated Seats................33High Beam Indicator.............63High Voltage Battery.............16
Hood Release................75
Instrument Cluster
Indicators.................8
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights.....59
Instrument Panel Cover...........79
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.......79
Interior and Instrument Lights.......6, 7
Interior Appearance Care..........79
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control..........53
Jump Starting................70
Key Fob...................19Disarm The Alarm............20
Lane Change Assist.............36Lap/Shoulder Belts..............20LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forCHildren)...............25, 27Level 1 Charging...............13Level 2 Charging...............13Liftgate....................19Light Bulbs..................89LightsFog...................63High Beam Indicator..........63Seat Belt Reminder...........60Security Alarm.............63Turn Signal...............36LocksKeys...................19Liftgate, Tailgate.............19Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren(LATCH).................25Lubrication, Body..............79
Maintenance Free Battery..........79Maintenance, General............79Maintenance Procedures..........79Maintenance Record.............82Maintenance Schedule............79Master Cylinder (Brakes)..........79MirrorsHeated.................42MOPAR® Accessories............92
Occupant Restraints.............24
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