2016 FIAT 500E power steering

If the Steering icon, and theSERVICE POWER STEER-
ING - ASSIST OFF message is displayed on the EVIC
screen, the vehicle needs to be taken to an authorized
dealer for service. Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion (EVIC)” in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
NOTE:
• Even if the power steering assistance is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Under these conditions there will be a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and
during parking maneuvers.
• If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for
service.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up
slightly, push the center button, then lower the lever
completely.Parking Brake
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stability. A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited
Differential (BLD), functions similar to a limited slip
differential and controls the wheel spin across a driven
axle. If one wheel on a driven axle is spinning faster than
the other, the system will apply the brake of the spinning
wheel. This will allow more torque to be applied to the
wheel that is not spinning. This feature remains active
even if TCS and ESC are in the Partial Off mode. Refer to
“Electronic Stability Control (ESC)” in this section for
further information.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor-
rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by
applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in
counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi-
tion. Vehicle power may also be reduced to help the
vehicle maintain the desired path. ESC uses sensors inthe vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the
driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
When the actual path does not match the intended path,
ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist
in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition.
•
Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
• Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
NOTE: The ESC Off switch is located on the instrument
panel.
WARNING!
• The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre-
vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by
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WARNING!(Continued)
serious personal injury, fire and/or property dam-
age.
• Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition
is off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
• If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, gearbox system) or steering system
blows, contact an authorized dealer.
Interior Fuses
The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control
Module (BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under
the instrument panel.
Fuse Panel
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CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F01 60 Amp Blue –Body Control Module (BCM)
F02 20 Amp Yellow –Audio 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 Tan Air Electric Heater
Charge Indicator
F10 –10 Amp Red Horn
F11 –10 Amp Red Electronic Vehicle Control Unit (EVCU)
F14 –5 Amp Tan High Beam (Shutter)
F15 –15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter, AUX Power Outlet
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LocksAutomatic Door .........................43
Door .................................40
Power Door ............................42
Lubrication, Body ........................ .301
Lug Nuts .............................. .266
Maintenance Free Battery ....................299
Maintenance, General ..................... .291
Maintenance Procedures ....................291
Maintenance Schedule ..................... .332
Manual, Service ......................... .344
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ....................305
Mirrors ............................... .100
Automatic Dimming .....................100
Electric Powered ....................... .102
Heated .............................. .103
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ...............8Multi-Function Control Lever
.................111
Occupant Restraints ........................45
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) .............5
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) ..........5,344
Paint Care ............................. .306
Parking Brake ........................... .218
Passing Light ............................112
Pets ....................................92
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..........235
Power Door Locks ............................42
Mirrors ............................. .102
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........133
Steering ............................. .217
Sunroof ............................. .129
Windows ..............................43
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ...............55
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Seat Belt Pretensioner.....................55
Seat Belt Reminder .......................47
Seat Belt System .........................45
Seat Belt Maintenance ..................... .313
Seat Belt Reminder .........................47
Seat Belts ............................ .47, 93
Child Restraint ..........................73
Extender ..............................54
Front Seat ....................... .47, 49, 51
Inspection .............................93
Operating Instructions ....................51
Pregnant Women ........................55
Pretensioners ...........................55
Rear Seat ..............................49
Reminder ............................ .146
Untwisting Procedure .....................53
Seats ................................. .104
Adjustment .......................... .104
Heated .............................. .108Security Alarm
Disarm The System .......................36
Security Alarm ..........................35
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............328
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................34
Service Assistance ........................ .339
Service Contract ......................... .341
Service Manuals ......................... .344
Shoulder Belts ............................49
Signals, Turn ...................... .95, 112, 164
Snow Tires ............................. .244
Spare Tire ....................... .245, 246, 247
Speed Control Accel/Decel .......................... .123
Resume ............................. .122
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................120
Starting ............................... .206
Steering Power .............................. .217
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