2015 FIAT 500E tow

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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Fog Lights
•Push the fog light switch, located on the
climate controls, once to turn on the fog
lights.
•Push the switch a second time to turn
the fog lights off.
WIPER/WASHER LEVER
Front Wipers
Intermittent, Low And High Operation
•Move the lever downward to the first
detent for intermittent wiper operation,
the second detent for low wiper opera-
tion and to the third detent for high
wiper operation.
Mist
•Move the lever upward and release
when a single wipe is desired.
Washer Operation
•Pull the lever toward you and hold for as
long as spray is desired.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the
washer pump; no washer fluid will be
sprayed on the windshield.The wash func-
tion must be activated to spray the wind-
shield with washer fluid.
Fog Light Switch
Wiper Washer Lever
1 — Pull (Front Washer)2 — Push (Rear Washer)3 — Up/Down (Front Wiper)4 — Rotate (Rear Wiper)
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TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER
WEIGHT RATINGS)•Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
To w i n g C o n d i t i o nWheels OFF The Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED
Dolly TowFront OK
Rear NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OK
NOTE:
This vehicle must be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer with the front wheelsOFFthe
ground.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
•If your FIAT 500e requires jump start assistance, tire service, lockout service or
towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty, dial toll-free
1-888-242-6342.See your Warranty booklet for further details.
•Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.
•Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
•Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
•You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival.
If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know.With your consent, we
will contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electric Vehicle System Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when there is a malfunction in the Electric Vehicle System.
If the EVS malfunction light comes on while driving or charging see your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
- Regenerative Brake System Warning Light
If the light turns on and remains on while driving, it suggests that there is a potential
problem with the Regenerative Brake System (RBS) and the need for system service.
See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
- 12 Volt Charging System Light
•This light shows the status of the 12 Volt electrical charging system.If the charging sys-
tem light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the
charging system.
•We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on.Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
If the light is not on during starting, stays on or turns on while driving, we recommend
you contact the nearest authorized dealer and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Air Bag Warning Light
If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
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WARNING!
•Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic.Pull far
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.
•Do not use the Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle under the following circum-
stances:
•If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4”.(6 mm) or larger.
•If the tire has any sidewall damage.
•If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure.
•If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire.
•If the wheel has any damage.
•If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel.
•Keep the Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat source.
•A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger
the occupants of the vehicle.Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place pro-
vided.Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or
fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you.
•Take care not to allow the contents of the Tire Service Kit to come in contact
with hair, eyes, or clothing.The Tire Service Kit is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or
absorbed through the skin.It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation.Flush im-
mediately with plenty of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin.Change
clothing as soon as possible, if there is any contact with clothing.
•The Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex.In case of an allergic reaction
or rash, consult a physician immediately.Keep the Tire Service Kit out of reach of
children.If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink
plenty of water.Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately.
•The Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair.Have the tire inspected
and repaired or replaced after using the Tire Service Kit.Do not exceed 55 mph
(88 km/h) until the tire is repaired or replaced.Failure to follow this warning can
result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others
around you.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED
Wheel LiftRearNOT ALLOWED
Front OK
FlatbedALLOK
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
•In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network
and power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the ORC will deter-
mine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the following
functions:
•Disable the high voltage battery.
•Place the transmission into PARK.
•Flash hazard lights as long as the 12 Volt battery has power or until the ignition key is
turned off.
•Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the 12 Volt battery has power
or until the ignition key is removed.
•Unlock the doors automatically.
•In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road the transmission must be in
NEUTRAL and the 12 Volt system must be functional.To place the transmission into
NEUTRAL you must turn the ignition OFF and then back to the RUN position (cycle
the ignition) then push the NEUTRAL button.
NOTE:
The high voltage battery will remain disabled after an Enhanced Accident Response Event
and must be reset by your authorized dealership.
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
pressing 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 “Par-
tial Off ” mode, before rocking the vehicle.Refer to “Electronic Brake Control” in “Start-
ing And Operating” on the DVD for further information.Once the vehicle has been
freed, push the “ESC Off ” switch again to restore “ESC On” mode.
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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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