2015 FIAT 500L LIVING ignition

WARNING
25)Improper use of the electric windows
can be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that passengers
are not exposed to the risk of being injured
either directly by the moving windows or
through objects getting caught or struck by
them. When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the ignition key to avoid the risk of
injury of people still on board due to
accidental operation of the electric
windows.
LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
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Luggage compartment unlocking is
electrically operated and is deactivated
when the car is in motion.OPENING
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When unlocked, the luggage
compartment can be opened from
outside the car using the electric
opening handle A fig. 36 located under
the handle until the unlocking click is
heard or by pressing the
button on
the key with remote control.
Emergency opening from insideProceed as follows:
❒remove the rear head restraints and
fully fold the seats;
❒take the screwdriver provided from
the tool box or the Fix&Go Automatic
container, depending on the version;
❒use the screwdriver to remove the
yellow tab A fig. 37;
❒then insert the screwdriver in housing
B fig. 38 in order to activate the
luggage compartment release tab.
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IMPORTANT Two side gas shock
absorbers are provided to assist in
opening the bonnet. Do not tamper
with these shock absorbers and
accompany the bonnet when raising.
IMPORTANT Before raising the bonnet,
make sure that the arms of the wipers
are not raised from the windscreen and
that the wiper is not operational.CLOSING
32)
Lower the bonnet to approximately 20
centimetres from the engine
compartment then let it drop. Make
sure that the bonnet is completely
closed and not only fastened by the
locking device by trying to open it.
If it is not perfectly closed, do not try to
press the bonnet lid down but open it
and repeat the procedure.
WARNING
32)For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed while driving.
Therefore, make sure that the bonnet
is properly closed and that the lock
is engaged. If you discover during travel
that the lock is not fully engaged, stop
immediately and close the bonnet in the
correct manner.
DUALDRIVE
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERINGThis only operates with the key turned
to MAR and the engine started. The
electric steering allows the force
required at the steering wheel to be
adjusted to suit driving conditions.
IMPORTANT When turning the ignition
key quickly, full power steering
functionality can be achieved after a
few seconds.
IMPORTANT During parking
manoeuvres requiring a lot of steering,
the steering may become harder; this is
normal and is due to the intervention
of the system to protect the electric
steering motor from overheating. No
repair intervention is needed in this
case. When the vehicle is used again,
the power steering will work normally
again.
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IMPORTANT The Dualdrive electric
power steering has an electronic
damping effect while approaching the
end of stroke. In some manoeuvring
conditions, the steering wheel might
rotate a bit before touching its
mechanical stop. This behaviour is
standard as it takes place to prevent
strong impacts on the mechanical
components inside the device.POWER STEERING
ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
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Activation/deactivation: press the fig.
46 button.
The activation of the function is
signalled by the switching on of the
LED located on the button and by the
displaying of the word CITY on the
instrument panel or, depending on the
version, on the display.When the power steering is on, the
steering wheel effort is lighter, making
parking easier: therefore, this function is
particularly useful for driving in city
centres.
WARNING
33)It is absolutely forbidden to carry out
any after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could adversely affect
performance and safety, invalidate the
warranty and also result in non-compliance
of the vehicle with type-approval
requirements.
34)Before performing any maintenance
operations, always turn off the engine and
remove the key from the ignition to lock the
steering column (especially when the car
wheels are not touching the ground). If this
is not possible (for example if the key
needs to be turned to MAR or the engine
must be running), remove the main fuse
that protects the electric power steering.
VERSION WITH LPG
SYSTEM
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INTRODUCTIONThe LPG version features two fuel
supply systems: one for petrol and one
for LPG.PASSIVE SAFETY/ACTIVE
SAFETYAlthough the LPG system has
numerous safety features, it is advisable
to proceed as follows every time the
vehicle is not in use for a long period or
moved in an emergency as a result of
a breakdown or accident:
❒unscrew the fixing devices A fig. 47,
then remove the cover B;
❒close the LPG cock by rotating the
ring nut C fig. 48 clockwise;
❒refit the cover and retighten the
fastening devices.
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Warning light What it means
AIRBAG FAILURE
The warning light switches on constantly (on some versions, together with a message and a symbol on the
display) to indicate an airbag system fault.
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SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on constantly with the vehicle stationary and the driver's side or passenger side
seat belt (when the passenger is present) not fastened. The warning light will flash and a buzzer will sound
if the vehicle is in motion and the front seat belts are not correctly fastened.
In this case, fasten the seat belt.
For permanent deactivation of the SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system buzzer, contact a Fiat Dealership. The
system can be reactivated at any time through the Setup Menu.
WARNING
42)If the
warning light does not switch on when the ignition key is moved to MAR or if it stays on when driving (together with the
message on the display), there might be a fault in the restraint systems; in this case, the airbags or pretensioners may not deploy in the event
of an accident or, in a lower number of cases, they could deploy erroneously. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to
have the system checked.
43)Failure of the
warning light is signalled by the
warning light flashing. In this case, any faults with the airbag system may not be
signalled. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.
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Warning light What it means
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILURE
During the engine start: when the key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on, but it should
switch off after a few seconds. If the warning light stays on, turn the ignition key to STOP and start the
engine again. If the warning light stays on (on some versions, together with a message and a symbol on
the display), the effort to operate the steering wheel could be increased; steering is, however, possible. In
this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
While driving: if the warning light switches on whilst driving (on some versions, together with a message
and a symbol on the display) you may not have steering assistance from the system. Although it will still be
possible to steer the vehicle, the effort needed to operate the steering wheel could be increased: contact a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT In some circumstances, factors independent of the electric power steering could cause the
warning light on the instrument panel to switch on. In this case, stop the vehicle immediately (should it be
in motion), stop the engine for about 20 seconds and then restart the engine. If the warning light (or, on
some versions, a message and a symbol on the display) remains on constantly, contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT After the battery is disconnected, the steering must be initialised. The warning light switches
on to indicate this. To carry out this procedure turn the steering wheel all the way from one end to the other
or drive in a straight line for about a hundred metres.
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Warning light What it means
INJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM FAILURE
If the warning light remains on or switches on whilst driving (on some versions together with the display of a
message and a symbol), the injection system is not working properly.
Warning light on constantly: signals a malfunction in the supply/ignition system that could cause high
exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance, poor driveability and high consumption. Under these
conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at moderate speed but without demanding excessive effort
from the engine or high speed. Prolonged use of the vehicle with the warning light on constantly may cause
damage: contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The warning light switches off if the malfunction disappears, but is still stored by the system.
Warning light on and flashing (for petrol engines only): it reports a possible damage to the catalytic
converter. Release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light stops
flashing. Continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further
flashing and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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WARNING
30)Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible if the warning light either does not light up when the key is turned to MAR or lights up or
flashes (along with a message and a symbol on the display on some versions). The exhaust emission levels may be checked by the traffic
control authorities using the appropriate equipment. Always comply with the traffic regulations in force in the country where you are driving.
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Message on displaySTOP/START SYSTEMSystem activation: it is signalled by a message on the display.
System deactivation: it signalled by a message on the display. On some versions, the
symbol is displayed as well.
System failure
❒Versions with multifunction display: it is indicated by the switching on of the
warning light on the instrument panel and by the display of a dedicated message.
❒Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display:it is indicated by the displaying of thesymbol along with a dedicated message.
In the event of a Stop/Start system failure, contact a Fiat Dealership.
SERVICESCHEDULED SERVICING (SERVICE)
When the next scheduled service is approaching, the word “Service” appears on the
display, followed by the number of kilometres or miles left. This is displayed automatically,
with ignition key at MAR, 2000 km (or equivalent value in miles) before servicing or, where
provided, 30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time the key is turned to MAR
or, for versions/markets, where provided, every 200 km (or equivalent value in miles).
Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" operations will be
performed and the message will be reset.
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LED ON DASHBOARD TRIM
Warning light What it means
PASSENGER AIRBAG/SIDE BAGS DEACTIVATED
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The LED is located on the instrument panel and switches on deactivating the front passenger airbag and
the side bag.
With front passenger airbag on, when the ignition key is turned to MAR, the
LED switches on
constantly for several seconds and then it should switch off.
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WARNING
35)The
LED indicates any
warning light faults. This condition is indicated by intermittent flashing of the
LED for more than 4
seconds. In this case, the
warning light may not indicate possible failures of the restraint systems. Before resuming driving, contact a Fiat
Dealership immediately to have the system checked
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