2016 FIAT 500X automatic

mode. Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed
the ignition switch in the MAR/RUN position, rain
sensing wiper operation can resume, if it has been
selected, and no other inhibit conditions (mentioned
previously) exist.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the lever
on the right side of the steering column. The rear
wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at
the middle of the lever.Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to
the first detent for intermittent operation and to
the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
To use the washer, push the lever forward and
hold while spray is desired. If the lever is
pushed while in the intermittent setting, the
wiper will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then
resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
If the lever is pushed while the wiper is in the off
position, the wiper will operate for several wipe cycles,
then turn off.
NOTE:
As a protective measure, the pump will stop if
the switch is held for more than 30 seconds. Once the
lever is released, the pump will resume normal opera-
tion.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
to the STOP/OFF position, the wiper will automatically
return to the “park” position.
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located with
the Climate Controls on the instrument panel.
Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An
indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear
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window defroster is on. The rear window defroster
automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes.
To manually shut the defroster off, push the button a
second time.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Windshield Wiper
De-Icer feature that may be activated under the following
conditions:
• Activation By Front Defrost — The Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be activated automatically in the case of a
cold weather manual start with full front defrost, and
the ambient temperature is below 40° F (4.4° C).
• Activation By Rear Defrost — The Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be activated automatically when the rear
defrost is turned on and the ambient temperature is
below 40° F (4.4° C).
• Activation By Remote Start Operation — When Re-
mote Start is active and the outside ambient tempera-
ture is less than 40° F (4.4° C), the Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be enabled. Upon exiting remote start
mode the Windshield Wiper De-Icer will remain on.
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•Mix
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and
side window demister outlets. This setting
works best in cold or snowy conditions that
require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is
good for maintaining comfort while reducing mois-
ture on the windshield.
• Defrost
Air is directed through the windshield and
side window demister outlets. Use this mode
with maximum blower and temperature settings for
best windshield and side window defrosting.
NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix
or Defrost, even if the Air Conditioning (A/C) button is
not pushed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the
windshield. To improve fuel economy, use these modes
only when required. 4. Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn
ON the rear window defroster and the heated outside
mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when
the rear window defroster is ON. The rear window
defroster automatically turns OFF after 20 minutes.
5. A/C Button — If Equipped
Push this button to engage the Air Conditioning. A light
will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is
engaged.
6. Recirculation Button
Push this control button to change the system between
recirculation mode and outside air mode. Recirculation
can be used when outside conditions such as smoke,
odors, dust, or high humidity are present.
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NOTE:•Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
• The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp
weather could cause windows to fog on the inside,
because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Se-
lect the outside air position for maximum defogging.
• Recirculation can be used in all modes except for
Defrost.
• The A/C can be deselected manually without dis-
turbing the mode control selection.Rear Window Defrosting
Push and release the rear window defrost button to turn
the function on/off.
Activation of this function is indicated by the rear defrost
indicator light on the instrument panel turning on. The
function is automatically deactivated after 20 minutes.
If equipped, push the rear defrost button to activate the
defrosting of door mirrors and heated rear window.
CAUTION!
To avoid causing damage to the rear window de-
froster heating filaments do not affix stickers or other
objects to the inside of the rear glass.
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Automatic Climate Controls — If Equipped1. Driver Temperature Control
Provides the driver with independent temperature con-
trol. Rotate the adjustment knob to set desired tempera-
ture shown in the Temperature Display. Rotate fully
counter-clockwise for maximum A/C (LO).
2. A/C Button
Push the A/C Control Button to change the current
setting. The indicator illuminates when the A/C is ON.
Pushing the AUTO control button will cause the A/C
operation to change to AUTO mode and the A/C indi-
cator will turn OFF.
3. MAX Defrost Button
Push the MAX Defrost button to change the current
airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates
when this feature is ON. Performing this function will
cause the automatic climate controls to change to manual
mode. The blower speed increases to full (all LEDs ON)
Automatic Climate Controls
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when MAX Defrost mode is selected, the air conditioning
compressor is turned ON, both driver and passenger
temperature controls are set to (HI), defrost mode is
selected (LED ON), rear defroster is turned ON (LED
ON) and the air recirculation is turned OFF (LED OFF). If
the MAX Defrost mode is turned OFF, the climate system
will return to the previous setting.
4. Blower Control Indicator LEDs
A total of eight LEDs illuminate to visually indicate
blower speeds.
5. Rear Defrost Button
Push the Rear Defrost button to turn ON the rear window
defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
An indicator will illuminate when the rear window
defroster is ON. The rear window defroster automatically
turns OFF after 20 minutes.6. AUTO Button
Pushing this button will automatically control the inte-
rior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution
and amount. Performing this function will cause the
automatic climate controls to change between manual
mode and automatic modes.
7. Passenger Temperature Control
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Rotate the adjustment knob to set desired tem-
perature shown in the Temperature Display.
NOTE:
Rotating the Passenger Temperature Control
knob while in Sync mode will automatically exit Sync.
8. Passenger Temperature Display
Rotate the Passenger Temperature Control dial clockwise
or counter-clockwise to adjust the air temperature in the
front right (Passenger Temperature Control) zone of the
passenger compartment. The set temperature is shown
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on the display. Turning the control knob completely in
one direction or the other activates theHI(maximum
heating) or LO(maximum cooling) functions shown in
the display, respectively. To deactivate these functions,
turn the temperature knob to the desired temperature.
9. SYNC Button
Push the Sync button to toggle the Sync feature ON/OFF.
The Sync indicator will illuminate when this feature is
enabled. Sync is used to synchronize the passenger
temperature setting with the driver temperature setting.
Changing the passenger temperature setting while in
Sync mode will automatically exit this feature and return
to the separate management of air temperatures in the
two zones.
10. Mode Buttons
Airflow distribution modes can be adjusted so air comes
from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, de-mist outlets and defrost outlets by selecting these buttons.
One, two or all modes may be selected at any one time.
11. Blower Control
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air
forced through the climate system. Adjusting the blower
will cause the automatic mode to change to manual
operation. The speeds can be selected by rotating the
Blower Control adjustment knob.
12. ON/OFF Button
Push this button to turn the Climate Control ON/OFF.
13. Recirculation Button
Push to change the current setting. The LED illuminates
when ON.
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NOTE:•When in Max Defrost mode, the Recirculation button
will change the setting to normal Defrost mode. This
indicates that you can not enter to this mode due to
fogging risk.
• When the Auto indicator is ON and the Recirculation
indicator is OFF, the Recirculation is in AUTO mode.
If the Recirculation indicator is ON, the Recirculation
setting is manual and Recirculation is ON.
14. Driver Temperature Display
Rotate the Driver Temperature Control dial clockwise or
counter-clockwise, to adjust the air temperature in the
front left (Driver Temperature Control) zone of the pas-
senger compartment. The set temperature is shown on
the display. Turning the control knob completely in one
direction or the other activates the HI(maximum heat-
ing) or LO(maximum cooling) functions shown in the display, respectively. To deactivate these functions, turn
the temperature knob to the desired temperature.
Description
The Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control system regu-
lates the air temperatures in the passenger compartment
in two zones: driver side and passenger side.
The system maintains comfort inside the passenger com-
partment and compensates for possible variations in
external climate conditions.
The Climate Control system can recognize extremely cold
(or extremely hot) conditions in the passenger compart-
ment and provide optimal management of the system’s
capabilities.
NOTE:
The reference temperature is 72° F (22° C) for
optimal comfort management.
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