2016 FIAT 500X lock

Climate Control System Compressor
Push the A/C Control button to activate/deactivate the
compressor (activation is indicated by the LED on the
button turning on).
The system remembers that the compressor has been
turned off, even after the engine has stopped.
Pushing the A/C button will stop AUTO MODE (AUTO
LED will turn off). To restore automatic control of com-
pressor, push the AUTO button again.
NOTE:With the compressor off, air cannot be introduced
to the passenger compartment with a temperature lower
than the outside temperature. Under certain environmen-
tal conditions, windows could mist rapidly since the air
is not dehumidified.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the system for maximum cooling perfor-
mance. Rotate the driver temperature control adjust knob
counter-clockwise for MAX A/C. Both driver and pas-
senger temperature displays will show MAX A/C LO.
In MAX A/C, the blower speed and mode position can be
adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings
will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to the
selected setting and MAX A/C to exit.
Rapid Window Demisting (MAX-Defrost function)
Push the MAX-defrost button to activate (LED on) the
windshield and side window demisting function.
The Climate Control system carries out the following
operations:
•
Turns on the air conditioning compressor when envi-
ronmental conditions are suitable.
• Turns air recirculation off.
• Sets blower fan to the maximum speed.
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NOTE:The system uses R-1234yf (refrigerant) which
does not pollute the environment in the event of acciden-
tal leakage. Under no circumstances is the use of R-134a
(refrigerant) allowed.
WINDOWS
Driver’s Door Controls
The power window switch is located on the driver ’s door
panel. The driver ’s power window switch controls the
operation of all the windows.
Power Window Switches
1 — Opening/Closing Left Front Window
2 — Opening/Closing Right Front Window
3 — Opening/Closing Right Rear Window
4 — Window Lockout Switch (Rear Doors)
5 — Opening/Closing Left Rear Window
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WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the Key
Fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible
to children. Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by the power sun-
roof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or
death.
• In a collision, there is greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could
also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make sure all passen-
gers are properly secured too.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object to project through the sunroof opening.
Injury may result.
Operation Switch
1 — Front Panel Open/Close Switch
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Anti-Pinch Safety Device
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of
the sunroof during Express Close operation. If an ob-
struction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the
sunroof will automatically retract. Remove the obstruc-
tion if this occurs. Next, push the switch forward and
release to Express Close.
Emergency Operation
If the power sunroof switch fails, the sunroof can be
operated manually as follows:
1. Remove the protective cap located on the inner lining.
2. Remove the Allen Key that is supplied in the tool bagin the cargo area.
3. Insert the Allen Key into the key hole and turn it clockwise to open the roof or counter-clockwise to
close.
Emergency Key And Key Hole
1 — Allen Key
2 — Key Hole
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1. Pull the hood release lever located under the driversside of the instrument panel.
2. Move to the outside of the vehicle.
3. Push the safety latch release lever toward the passen- ger side of the vehicle. The safety latch is located
behind the center front edge of the hood. 4. Remove the support rod from the locking tab and
insert it into the seat located on the underside of the
hood.
Hood Release Lever
Safety Latch Location
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NOTE:
•Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.
• While lifting the hood, use both hands.
• Vehicle must be at a stop and the automatic transmis-
sion must be in park. Manual transmission vehicles
must have the electric park brake engaged.
Closing
1. Hold up the hood with one hand and with the other hand remove the support rod from its seat and reinsert
it into the locking tab.
2. Lower the hood to approximately 6 inches (15 cm) from the engine compartment and drop it. Make sure
that the hood is completely closed.
Hood Prop System
1 — Locking Tab
2 — Support Rod
2 — Support Rod Seat
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CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower the hood until it is open approxi-
mately 6 inches (15 cm), and then drop it. This should
secure both latches. Never drive your vehicle unless
the hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
LIFTGATE
The Liftgate release function is disabled when the vehicle
is in motion.
Opening
Opening From Outside
To unlock the Liftgate from the outside, squeeze the
Electronic Liftgate Release and pull the Liftgate open
with one fluid motion.
When opening the door, the turn signal lights will flash
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2. Using the supplied screwdriver (located under cargofloor in tool kit), remove the yellow tab.
3. Insert the screwdriver into the release tab slot to trigger the release tab of the Liftgate.Closing
Grasp the liftgate closing handle and lower the liftgate.
NOTE: Before closing the liftgate, make sure to be in
possession of the key because the liftgate will be locked
automatically.
2 — Release Tab Slot
Liftgate Closing Handle
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