2016 FIAT FREEMONT battery

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHTThe air bags must be ready to inflate for your
protection in a collision. The Occupant Re-
straint Controller (ORC) monitors the inter-
nal circuits and interconnecting wiring asso-
ciated with air bag system electrical components.
The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronic
parts of the air bag system whenever the ignition
switch is in the START or ON/RUN position. If the
ignition switch is in the OFF position or in the ACC
position, the air bag system is not on and the air bags
will not inflate
The ORC contains a backup power supply system that
may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power
or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment.
The ORC turns on the Air Bag Warning Light
in the
instrument panel for approximately four to eight sec-
onds for a self-check when the ignition switch is first
turned to the ON/RUN position. After the self-check,
the Air Bag Warning Light will turn off. If the ORC
detects a malfunction in any part of the system, it turns
on the Air Bag Warning Light, either momentarily or
continuously. A single chime will sound to alert you if
the light comes on again after initial startup. The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate
the instrument panel Air Bag Warning Light if a mal-
function is detected that could affect the air bag sys-
tem. The diagnostics also record the nature of the
malfunction. While the air bag system is designed to be
maintenance free, if any of the following occurs, have an
authorized dealer service the air bag system immedi-
ately.
• The Air Bag Warning Light does not come on during
the four to eight seconds when the ignition switch is
first turned to the ON/RUN position.
• The Air Bag Warning Light remains on after the four to eight-second interval.
• The Air Bag Warning Light comes on intermittently or remains on while driving.
NOTE: If the speedometer, tachometer, or any engine
related gauges are not working, the Occupant Re-
straint Controller (ORC) may also be disabled. In this
condition the air bags may not be ready to inflate for
your protection. Have an authorized dealer service the
air bag system immediately.
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NOTE:If the ignition switch is left in the ACC or RUN
(engine not running) position and the transmission is in
PARK, the system will automatically time out after 30
minutes of inactivity and the ignition will switch to the
OFF position.
ENGINE START/STOP Button Functions –
With Driver’s Foot OFF The Brake Pedal (In
PARK Or NEUTRAL Position)
The ENGINE START/STOP button operates similar to
an ignition switch. It has four positions, OFF, ACC,
RUN and START. To change the ignition switch posi-
tions without starting the vehicle and use the accesso-
ries follow these steps.
• Starting with the ignition switch in the OFF position:
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once to change the ignition switch to the ACC position,
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a second time to change the ignition switch to the RUN
position,
• Press the ENGINE START/STOP button a third time to return the ignition switch to the OFF position. EXTREME COLD WEATHER
(BELOW −29°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these temperatures, use
of an externally powered electric engine block heater is
recommended.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
WARNING!
• Never pour fuel or other flammable
li qui

ds into the throttle body air inlet
opening in an attempt to start the vehicle. This
could result in a flash fire causing serious per-
sonal injury.
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to
get it started. Unburned fuel could enter the
catalytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter and
vehicle. If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a start from
a booster battery or the battery in another ve-
hicle.This type of start can be dangerous if done
improperly. Refer to “Jump Starting” in “In An
Emergency” for further information.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
JUMP-STARTING
If your vehicle has a discharged battery it can be
jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery
in another vehicle or by using a portable battery
booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done
improperly so please follow the procedures in this
section carefully.
WARNING!
Do not attempt jump-starting if the bat-
tery is

frozen. It could rupture or explode
and cause personal injury.
Do not use a portable battery booster
pack or any other booster source with a
system voltage greater than 12 Volts or
damage to the battery, starter motor, alternator
or electrical system may occur.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack
follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and
precautions. PREPARATIONS FOR JUMP-START
The battery in your vehicle is located between the left
front headlight assembly and the left front wheel splash
shield. To allow jump-starting, there are remote bat-
tery posts located on the left side of the engine com-
partment.
(fig. 167)
(fig. 167)
Remote Battery Posts
1 — Remote Positive (+) Post (Covered With Protective
Cap)
2 — Remote Negative (-) Post
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WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling
f an

whenever the hood is raised. It can
start anytime the ignition switch is ON.You can
be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadver-
tent electrical contact . You could be seriously
injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn
your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas
which is flammable and explosive. Keep open
flames or sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmis- sion into PARK and the manual transmission into
gear and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary elec- trical accessories.
3. Remove the protective cover over the remote posi- tive (+)battery post. To remove the cover, press
the locking tab and pull upward on the cover.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set
the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each
oth er

as this could establish a ground
connection and personal injury could result .
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting pro-
cedure c

ould result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery explosion.
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system
of the booster vehicle or the discharged
vehicle.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to
the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)
jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the booster
battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to
the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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4. Connect the opposite end of the negative(-)
jumper cable to the remote negative (-)post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
nega t

ive(-)post of the discharged bat-
tery. The resulting electrical spark could cause
the battery to explode and could result in per-
sonal injury. Only use the specific ground point ,
do not use any other exposed metal parts.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then
start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the
remote negative (-)post of the vehicle with the
discharged battery.
2. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery. 3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive
(+)
jumper cable from the positive (+)post of the
booster battery.
4. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
5. Reinstall the protective cover over the remote posi- tive (+)battery post of the discharged vehicle.
If frequent jump-starting is required to start your
vehicle, you should have the battery and charging
system inspected at your authorized dealer.
Accessories plugged into the vehicle
power outlets draw power from the vehi-
cle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e.,
cellular phones, etc .). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s
battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade bat-
tery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
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Cavity Cartridge Fuse Mini-FuseDescription
F165 20 Amp YellowPowertrain Shutdown
F166 20 Amp YellowSpare
F167 30 Amp GreenPowertrain Shutdown
F168 10 Amp RedAir Conditioner Clutch
F169 40 Amp Green Emissions – Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle
Motor
F170 15 Amp BlueEmissions – Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle
Actuators
F172 20 Amp YellowSpare
F173 25 Amp ClearAnti Lock Brake Valves
F174 20 Amp YellowSiren – For Versions/Markets, Where
Provided
F175 30 Amp GreenSpare
F176 10 Amp RedPowertrain Control Modules
F177 20 Amp YellowAll Wheel Drive Module – For Versions/
Markets, Where Provided
F178 25 Amp ClearSunroof – For Versions/Markets, Where
Provided
F179 10 Amp RedBattery Sensor
F181 100 Amp Blue Electrohydraulic Steering (EHPS) – For
Versions/Markets, Where Provided
F182 50 Amp Red Cabin Heater #3 – For Versions/Markets,
Where Provided
F184 30 Amp Pink Front Wiper Motor
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a dis-
abled vehicle using a commercial towing service.
TowingCondi- tion Wheels
OFF the Ground FWD MODELS MANUAL
TRANSMISSION FWD MODELS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION AWD MODELS
Flat Tow NONE • Transmission in NEUTRAL
• Ignition in ACC or ON/RUN
position If transmission is oper-
able:
• Transmission in NEUTRAL
• Ignition in ACC or
ON/RUN position
• 40 km/h max speed
• 24 kilometers max distance NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift
or Dolly
To w Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Front OK OK NOT ALLOWED
Flatbed ALL BEST METHOD BEST METHOD OK
Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to pre-
vent 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. If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters,
etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the
ON/RUN position, not the ACC position.
If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to "Shift
Lever Override" in this section for instructions on
shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK for
towing.
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Thousands Of Kilometers 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150Years 1 2 3 4 5678910
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary, check TIREKIT expiration date (if
provided). ••••••••••
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
luggage compartment, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning
lights, etc.). ••••••••••
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
(brakes/hydraulic clutch, windshield washer,
battery, engine coolant, etc.). ••••••••••
Check exhaust gas emissions/smokiness. • • • • ••••••
Using diagnosis socket, check operation of engine
management systems, emissions and (where
provided) engine oil deterioration. ••••••••••
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade
position/wear. •••••
Check operation of windshield washer system
and adjust jets if necessary. •••••
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate locks and
cleanliness and lubrication of linkages. •••••
Check the parking brake lever stroke and adjust
it, if necessary. (Manual Transmission Only) ••••••••••
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