2016 FIAT 500X window

There are single window controls on each passenger door
trim panel, which operate the passenger door windows.
The window controls will operate only when the ignition
is in the MAR/RUN or AVV/START position.
NOTE:For vehicles equipped with Uconnect, the power
window switches will remain active for up to three
minutes after the ignition is cycled to the STOP/OFF
position. Opening either front door will cancel this
feature. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for
further information.WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle, and do
not let children play with power windows. Do not
leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or in a
location accessible to children, and do not leave the
ignition of a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go in the MAR/RUN mode. Occupants, particu-
larly unattended children, can become entrapped by
the windows while operating the power window
switches. Such entrapment may result in serious
injury or death.
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AUTO-Down Feature — If EquippedThe driver and passenger power window switches have
an AUTO-down feature. Push the switch for half a
second and release it; the window will go down auto-
matically.
To partially open the window, push the window switch
and release it when you want the window to stop.
To stop the window from going all the way down during
the AUTO-down operation, pull up on the switch briefly
when the when the window has reached the desired
position.
Push To Activate AUTO-Down Feature
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AUTO-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch Protection — If
Equipped
Lift and hold the window switch for half a second,
release, and the window will go up automatically.
To stop the window from going all the way up during the
AUTO operation, push down on the switch briefly.To partially close the window, lift the window switch and
release it when you want the window to stop.
NOTE:
•
If the window runs into any obstacle during auto-
closure, it will reverse direction and then go back
down. Remove the obstacle and use the window
switch again to close the window.
• Any impact due to rough road conditions may trigger
the auto-reverse function unexpectedly during auto-
closure. If this happens, pull the switch lightly and
hold to close the window manually.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when the window
is almost closed. Be sure to clear all objects from the
window before closing.
Lift To Activate AUTO-Up Feature
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Reset AUTO-Up
Should the AUTO-Up feature stop working, the window
probably needs to be reset. To reset Auto Up:
1. Pull the window switch up to close the windowcompletely and continue to hold the switch up for an
additional two seconds after the window is closed.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof in certain open or par-
tially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can
be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, open the front and rear windows to-
gether to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The sunroof has two glass panels (the front one is
operational and the rear one fixed) and is equipped with
two manual operated sun blinds, front and rear.
The power sunroof can be operated only with the ignition
key turned to the MAR/RUN position.
The power sunroof switches are located in the overhead
console.
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Opening The Sunroof
To retract the front panel to the open position, push the
Open/Close button and the sunroof will fully open. The
sunroof can be stopped in any position by pushing the
switch a second time while is opening.
Venting The Front Panel
To vent the sunroof push and hold the Vent switch.
NOTE:The vent switch has the automatic function only
at the opening of the roof, during the closing of the roof,
the expected functionality is only that manual.
Closing The Sunroof
To close the front panel completely, pull the sunroof
switch from the open position. The sunroof can be
stopped in any position by pulling the sunroof switch a
second time while it is closing. NOTE:
During the open/close or vent operation any
push on the switches will stop the closing of the panel.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain
open or partially open positions. This is a normal occur-
rence and can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with
the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs
with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to
minimize the buffeting or open any window.
Sun Shade
The two sun shades is manually operated and can be
adjusted in any position.
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NOTE:
•Do not insert objects in the glove compartments that
will not allow the compartment to fully close.
• The glove compartments should be completely closed
while the vehicle is in motion.
Sun Visors “Slide-On-Rod”
Sun visors are located on both sides of the rearview
mirror. The visors can be lowered or moved to the side to
help block sunlight from entering the windshield or door
glass.
To move the sun visor against the driver or passenger
door glass, remove the sun visor from the hook and turn
it toward the side window. The visors also have illuminated vanity mirrors to allow
use in low light conditions.
Lift upward on the mirror cover to access the mirror.
Sun Visor Mirror Cover
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Extendible Sun Visor
To extend the sun visor, proceed as follows:
1. Place the sun visor against the door glass by detachingit from the hook and turning it toward the side
window.
2. Slide the visor.
3. Slide out the sun visor extender.
Power Outlets
The front power outlet is located under the center stack of
the instrument panel. It only operates with the ignition in
the MAR/RUN position.
Fully Extended Sun Visor
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restraints or belt-positioning booster seats. Older chil-
dren who do not use child restraints or belt-
positioning booster seats should ride properly buckled
up in a vehicle with a rear seat.
4. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm.
5. You should read the instructions provided with your child restraint to make sure that you are using it
properly.
6. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly.
7. The driver and front passenger seats should be moved back as far as practical to allow the Advanced Front
Air Bags room to inflate.
8. Do not lean against the door or window. If your vehicle has side air bags, and deployment occurs, the side air bags will inflate forcefully into the space
between occupants and the door and occupants could
be injured.
9. If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modified to accommodate a disabled person, contact
the Customer Center. Phone numbers are provided
under If You Need Assistance.
WARNING!
•Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of
an air bag. A deploying passenger Advanced Front
Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child
12 years or younger, including a child in a rear-
facing child restraint.
• Only use a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle
with a rear seat.
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