2015 FIAT 500L LIVING tow

WARNING
1)The electronic components inside the
key may be damaged if the key is
subjected to strong shocks. In order to
ensure complete efficiency of the
electronic devices inside the key, it should
never be exposed to direct sunlight.
WARNING
1)Used batteries should be disposed of,
as specified by law, in the special
containers, otherwise take them to a Fiat
Dealership, which will deal with their
disposal.
IGNITION DEVICE
3) 4) 5) 6)
The key can be turned to 3 different
positions fig. 5:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be
removed, steering column locked.
Some electrical devices (e.g. central
door locking system, etc.) can operate;
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical
devices are enabled;
❒AVV: engine starting.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety
system that requires the ignition key
to be turned back to STOP if the engine
does not start, before the starting
operation can be repeated.
STEERING LOCKEngagement:when the key is in
position STOP, remove the key and turn
the steering wheel until it is locked.
Disengagement:move the steering
wheel slightly as you turn the ignition
key to MAR.
WARNING
3)If the ignition device is tampered with
(e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked
over by a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible before resuming driving.
4)When getting out of the vehicle, always
remove the key to prevent any occupants
from accidentally activating the controls.
Remember to engage the handbrake.
Engage first gear if the car is parked uphill
or reverse if the car is parked downhill.
Never leave children unattended in the car.
5)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). This could badly affect
performance and safety, invalidate the
warranty and also result in the non-
compliance of the car with approval
requirements.
6)Never remove the key while the car is
moving. The steering wheel will
automatically lock as soon as it is turned.
This also applies to cases in which the
vehicle is towed.
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SIDE LIGHTS AND
DIPPED BEAM
HEADLIGHTSWith the ignition key turned to MAR,
turn ring nut A fig. 25 to
. If dipped
headlights are activated, the daytime
running lights switch off and the side
lights and dipped headlights switch on.
The
warning light will come on
in the instrument panel.
When the ignition key is turned to
STOP or removed and the ring nut A is
turned fromOto
, all the side
lights and number plate lights come on.
The
warning light will come on in
the instrument panel.
AUTOMATIC LIGHT
CONTROL (AUTOLIGHT)(Dusk sensor)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This infrared LED sensor is located
on the windscreen and detects the
variations in outside brightness
depending on the light sensitivity set
through the Setup Menu.
Activation: Turn ring nut A fig. 25 to
position
.
With dusk sensor active, it is not
possible to keep the main beam
headlights on constantly; only flashing
is permitted. To switch high beams
on constantly, turn ring nut A to
and
pull the stalk towards the steering
wheel.On automatic sensor controlled
deactivation, the dipped headlights are
deactivated first, followed by the side
lights a few seconds later.
IMPORTANT The sensor cannot detect
the presence of fog. These lights must
therefore be switched on manually in
these circumstances.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTSTo activate the main beam headlights,
with ring nut A fig. 25 at
, pull the
stalk towards the steering wheel
beyond the end of travel position. The
warning light switches on in the
instrument panel.
When the stalk is pulled towards the
steering wheel again, beyond the end
of travel position, the main beam
headlights deactivate, the dipped
headlights reactivate and thewarning light switches off.
It is not possible to switch on the main
beam headlights constantly if automatic
light control is active.
FLASHINGLights can flash by pulling the stalk
towards the steering wheel (unstable
position) regardless of the position
of ring nut A fig. 25. The
warning
light switches on in the instrument
panel.
DIRECTION INDICATORSBring the stalk to the (stable) position:
upwards:right direction indicator
activation /downwards:left direction
indicator activation.
Warning light
or
will blink on the
instrument panel.
The direction indicators are switched off
automatically when the steering wheel
is straightened.
"Lane Change" functionIf you wish to signal a lane change,
place the left stalk in the unstable
position for less than half a second.
The direction indicator on the side
selected will flash five times and then
switch off automatically.“Cornering lights”When the dipped beam headlights are
on and the speed is below 40 km/h,
if the steering wheel rotation angle
is large or the direction indicators are
on, a light (incorporated in the fog light)
will be operated on the relevant side
to improve visibility at night time.
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"FOLLOW ME HOME"
DEVICEThis allows the space in front of the
vehicle to be lit for a set time.
Activation: with the ignition key turned
to STOP or removed, pull the stalk
towards the steering wheel within
2 minutes from when the engine is
turned off.
Each time the stalk is moved, the lights
stay on for an extra 30 seconds up to
a maximum of 210 seconds; then
the lights are switched off automatically.
Also, each time the stalk is operated,
the
warning light on the
instrument panel switches on. The
display shows a message and the time
set for the function.
Thewarning light comes on when
the stalk is first moved and stays on
until the function is automatically
deactivated. Each movement of the
stalk only increases the amount of time
the lights stay on.
Deactivation: keep the stalk pulled
towards the steering wheel for more
than two seconds.
WARNING
20)The daytime running lights are an
alternative to the dipped beam headlights
for driving in countries where it is
compulsory to have lights on during the
day; where it is not compulsory, the use of
daytime running lights is permitted.
21)Daytime running lights cannot replace
dipped beam headlights when driving at
night or through tunnels. The use of
daytime running lights is governed by the
highway code of the country in which
you are driving. Comply with legal
requirements.
WINDOW CLEANINGWINDSCREEN
WIPER/WASHER
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This operates only with the ignition key
turned to MAR.
Ring nut A fig. 26 has four different
positions:
windscreen wiper off.intermittent operation.continuous slow operation.continuous fast operation.
Move the stalk upwards (unstable
position) to limit operation to the time
for which the stalk is held in this
position. When released, the stalk will
return to its default position and the
windscreen wiper will be automatically
stopped.
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With ring nut A in position
, the
windscreen wiper will automatically
adapt its operating speed to the speed
of the vehicle.
With the windscreen wipers
operational, if reverse gear is engaged,
the rear window wiper is automatically
activated.
"Smart washing" functionPull the lever towards the steering
wheel (unstable position) to activate the
windscreen washer.
Keeping the stalk pulled for more than
half a second, with just one movement
it is possible to operate the washer
jet and the wiper at the same time.
The wiper stops working three strokes
after the stalk is released.
On some versions, a further stroke after
approximately 6 seconds completes
the cycle.RAIN SENSOR(for versions/markets, where provided)
22)
8) 9)
This is located behind the interior rear
view mirror, in contact with the
windscreen and can detect the
presence of rain and, consequently,
manage the cleaning of the windscreen
in accordance with the amount of
water on the screen.Activation: rotate the ring nut A fig. 26
to position
: the windscreen wiper
stroke frequency is thus adjusted in
accordance with the amount of water
on the windscreen. The activation of the
sensor is signalled by a "stroke" to
show that the command has been
acquired.
Deactivation: move the stalk ring nut
away from the position
or turn
the ignition key to STOP. If the ignition
key is turned to the STOP position
leaving the ring nut A in position
,
no wiping cycle is performed at the next
startup (ignition key to the MAR
position) even in the case of rain.
REAR WINDOW
WIPER/WASHER
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This operates only with the ignition key
turned to MAR.
Activation: turn the ring nut B fig. 26
from position
to position
to
activate the rear window wiper
as follows:
❒in intermittent mode when the
windscreen wiper is not operating;
❒in synchronous mode (at half the
speed of the windscreen wiper) when
the windscreen wiper is operating;
❒in continuous mode with reverse
engaged.With the windscreen wiper on and
reverse gear engaged, rear window
wiping will be continuous in the same
way.
Pushing the stalk towards the
dashboard (unstable position) the rear
window washer jet will activate. Keep
the stalk pushed for more than half
a second to activate the rear window
wiper as well. Releasing the stalk will
activate the smart washing function, as
described for the windscreen wiper.
Deactivation: release the lever.
WARNING
22)Make sure the device is switched off
whenever the windscreen must be
cleaned.
WARNING
6)Do not use the screen wiper to remove
layers of snow or ice from the windscreen.
In such conditions, the windscreen wiper
may be subjected to excessive stress
and the motor cut-out switch, which
prevents operation for a few seconds, may
intervene. If operation is not restored
(even after turning the key and restarting
the vehicle engine), contact a Fiat
Dealership.
7)Do not operate the windscreen wiper
with blades lifted from the windscreen.
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8)Do not activate the rain sensor while
washing the vehicle in an automatic
washing system.
9)If ice is found on the windscreen, make
sure that the device was disconnected
properly.
10)Do not use the rear window wiper to
remove layers of snow or ice. In such
conditions, the wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor cut-out
switch, which prevents operation for a few
seconds, may intervene. If operation is
not subsequently restored, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
ROOF LIGHTSFRONT ROOF LIGHTSwitch A fig. 27 is used to switch on/off
the roof light bulbs.
Switch A positions:
❒central position: lights C and E switch
on/off when the doors are opened/
closed;
❒pressed to the left (position OFF):
lights C and E are always switched off;
❒pressed to the right (position
):
lights C and D are always switched on.
Light switching on/off is progressive
and timed when entering and exiting
the vehicle.
FIXED GLASS ROOF(for versions/markets, where provided)SUN BLINDThe sun blind operates only with the
ignition key turned to MAR. Press
button A fig. 28: the blind will move
towards the rear part of the vehicle,
until end of travel position.
With blind fully open press button A:
the blind will move towards the front
part of the vehicle, until it is fully closed.
During the automatic opening and
closing stages, press button again to
interrupt the blind movement.
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From the fully open position press
button A: the front glass pane will move
into the "spoiler" position. In this
condition, pressing the button again for
more than half a second, the roof will
automatically move the fully closed
position. To deactivate the automatic
movement press the button again.Sun blind movementPressing the B fig. 30 button: the blind
will move towards the rear part of the
vehicle, until it is fully open. With blind
fully open press button B: the blind
will move towards the front part of the
vehicle, until it is fully closed. During the
blind automatic opening and closing
stages, press the button again to
interrupt the blind movement.EMERGENCY OPERATIONIn the case of control buttons operation
failure, the sun blind and the sun roof
can be moved manually, proceeding as
described below:
❒Sun blind movement: remove
protective cap A fig. 31 on the internal
trim;
❒Sun roof movement: remove
protective cap B on the internal trim;❒take Allen key C fig. 31 from the tool
box or, depending on the version,
from the Fix&Go Automatic container,
insert it in housing A (for blind
movement) or B (for sun roof
movement) and turn it clockwise to
open the roof (or the blind) or
anticlockwise to close the roof (or the
blind).
SUN ROOF
INITIALISATIONFollowing an automatic motion
malfunction while opening/closing or an
emergency manoeuvre, the automatic
operation of the sun roof must be
initialised again, proceeding as follows:
❒press button A fig. 30 in closing
position;
❒turn the ignition key to STOP and
keep it there for 10 seconds. Then turn
it to MAR;❒hold down button A: after
approximately 10 seconds the roof
moves jerkily to closing position. When
the movement stops (closed roof),
release button A (if the roof is already
closed, you will hear the mechanical
lock only);
❒press button A again within 3
seconds of the end of the initialisation
procedure and hold it down: the roof
will carry out an automatic opening/
closing cycle. Should this not occur,
repeat the operation from the
beginning;
❒hold down button A until the roof is
completely closed: the initialisation
procedure has ended.
WARNING
23)When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the key from the ignition to avoid
the risk of injury to those still inside the
vehicle due to accidental operation of the
sun roof. Improper use of the roof can
be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that nobody is at
risk of being injured by the moving sun roof
or by objects getting caught or hit by it.
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CLOSINGGrip the handle located inside the
tailgate and lower the latter, pressing
next to the lock until it clicks.
IMPORTANT Before closing the
luggage compartment make sure that
you have the keys since the luggage
compartment is automatically locked.LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
INITIALISATIONIMPORTANT If the battery is
disconnected or the protection fuse
blows, the luggage compartment
opening/closing mechanism must be
reinitialised as follows:
❒close all the doors and the luggage
compartment;
❒press the
button on the remote
control;
❒press thebutton on the remote
control.
"CARGO MAGIC SPACE"(for versions/markets, where provided)
14)
The adjustable load platform "Cargo
Magic Space" can be positioned on
three different height levels:
❒Position 0 (platform completely
lowered);❒Position 1 (platform at threshold
level);
❒Position 2 (platform completely
raised).
Load platform tiltingThe load platform can be located in
oblique position (tilted towards the rear
seat backrests, see fig. 39), in order
to facilitate access to the area
underneath the luggage compartment
(e.g. to pick up the space saver wheel
or the "Fix&Go Automatic" kit).
In addition, in this position, the platform
allows any object in the luggage
compartment to be correctly blocked,
preventing them from sliding in the case
of sharp braking.
LUGGAGE-COVERING
CURTAIN(500L LIVING versions)
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Luggage-covering curtain A fig. 40 can
be rolled up and removed.
Curtain rolling up: grasp handle C
and then release pins B fig. 41 (one for
each side) from their seats. Then ease
the curtain towards the front part of the
luggage compartment.
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Curtain removal: roll up the curtain,
then pull the two hooks A fig. 42 (one
on each side) towards the internal
part of the luggage compartment. Then
raise the curtain upwards and remove
it.
WARNING
26)Take care not to knock objects on the
roof rack when opening the tailgate.
27)Make sure the backrest is properly
secured at both sides to prevent it from
moving forward in the event of sharp
braking, with possible impact with the
occupants.
28)Do not adjust the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated
child restraint system.
29)Make sure that the backrest is correctly
secured on both sides (red bands B not
visible) to prevent it from moving forward in
the event of sharp braking, causing injuries
to passengers.30)In the event of an accident or sharp
braking, any object placed on the curtain
may be projected in the passenger
compartment, and risk to hurt the
occupants.
31)Abrupt braking or occasional impacts
may cause sudden movements of the load
with consequent situations of hazard for
the driver and passengers: before setting
off, secure the load tightly using the
partition and, where provided, the
appropriate hooks. For securing use
cables, ropes or belts strong enough to
hold the items to be secured.
WARNING
13)Before tilting the seat backrest fully,
remove any objects laid on it.
14)The dimensions of the platform permit
a maximum capacity of distributed weight
of 70 kg (in position 1) or 40 kg (in position
2): do not load objects with a higher
weight.
15)Do not place heavy objects on the
curtain to prevent damaging it.
BONNETOPENINGOperate and pull the lever A fig. 43 in
the direction indicated by the arrow and
then operate lever B fig. 44 in the
direction indicated by the arrow and lift
the bonnet.
The following plate is applied inside the
engine compartment fig. 45.
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