2015 FIAT 500L ignition

SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE
•If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be moved out of the PARK position,
you can use the following procedure to temporarily move the shift lever:
•Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
•Firmly set the parking brake.
•Remove the rubber storage tray liner from the center console, then lift up the front
of the shift lever bezel, carefully disengage the bezel from the shift lever housing, and
slide it up to the top of the shift lever.
•Push and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.
•Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool down into the access slot at the right rear
corner of the shift lever assembly, and push and hold the white override release lever
down.
•Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
•The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.
•Reinstall the shift lever bezel (use care to avoid pinching the wiring), and the rubber
storage tray liner.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
NOTE:
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing
service.
Towing Condi-
tion
WheelsOFF
The Ground
MANUAL
TRANSMIS-
SION
EURO TWIN
CLUTCH
TRANSMIS-
SION
AUTOMATIC
(AISIN HD)
TRANSMIS-
SION
Flat Tow NONETrans inNEUTRALTrans inNEUTRAL
NOT
ALLOWED
Dolly TowRearNOT
ALLOWED
NOT
ALLOWED
NOT
ALLOWED
FrontOK OK OK
FlatbedALLBEST
METHOD
BEST
METHOD
BEST
METHOD
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent damage to your vehicle.Use
only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment
manufacturer’s instructions.Use of safety chains is mandatory.Attach a tow bar or other
towing device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or associated
brackets.State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be observed.
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CAUTION!
•Do not use sling-type equipment when towing.Vehicle damage may occur.
•When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck, do not attach to front or rear sus-
pension components.Damage to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.) while being towed, the key must
be in the ON/RUN position.
Manual Transmission
•Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in
NEUTRAL.
•Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
•Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe engine
and/or transmission damage.Damage from improper towing is not covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission
•Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in
NEUTRAL.
•Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
•Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
If the ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to "Shift Lever
Override" in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK for
towing.
CAUTION!
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe trans-
mission damage.Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Automatic Transmission
•Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
•Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off the ground).
If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, refer to “Shift Lever Over-
ride” in this section for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK in order to
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•DO NOT
flat tow any vehicle equipped with a conventional automatic transmission.Damage
to the drivetrain will result.If these vehicles require towing, make sure all drive
wheels are OFF the ground.
•Towing this vehicle in violation of the above requirements can cause severe trans-
mission damage.Damage from improper towing is not covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking
motion.Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front
wheels.Then shift back and forth between DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE.Using minimal
accelerator pedal pressure to maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels, is
most effective.
NOTE:
If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control or Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.
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FUSES
Underhood Fuses
The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next
to the battery.To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover.
The ID number of the electrical compo-
nent corresponding to each fuse can be
found on the back of the cover.
Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F01 60 Amp Blue – Body Controller
F02 60 Amp Blue –Body Controller Rear Distribu-tion Unit
F03 20 Amp Yellow – Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange – Anti-Lock Brake Pump
F05 70 Amp Tan – Electric Power Steering
F06 30 Amp Green – Radiator Fan - Low Speed
F07 50 Amp Red – Radiator Fan - High Speed
F08 40 Amp Orange – Blower Motor
F09 – 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission
F10 – 15 Amp Blue Horn
F11 – 10 Amp Red Powertrain
F14 – 20 Amp Yellow Power Outlet 115V
F15 – 15 Amp Blue Transmission
F16 – 7.5 Amp Brown Transmission Powertrain
F17 – 10 Amp Red Powertrain
F18 – 5 Amp TanPowertrain (Multiair – IfEquipped)
F19 – 7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning
F20 – 30 Amp Green Rear Defroster
Front Distribution Unit
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