2017 FIAT 500C snow chains

ESC Operating Modes
The ESC system has two available operating modes.
Full On
This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever
the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in On
mode. This mode should be used for most driving
situations. ESC should only be turned to Partial Off for
specific reasons as noted below.
Partial Off
This mode is entered by momentarily pushing the ESC
Off switch. This mode is intended to be used if the
vehicle is in deep snow, sand or gravel conditions and
more wheel spin than ESC would normally allow is
required to gain traction.
To turn ESC on again, momentarily pushing the switch
again. This will restore the normal ESC On mode of
operation.NOTE:
To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving
with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or
gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off
mode by pushing the switch. Once the situation requir-
ing ESC to be switched to the Partial Off mode is
overcome, turn ESC back on by momentarily pushing
the switch. This may be done while the vehicle is in
motion.
WARNING!
• When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functional-
ity of ESC, (except for the limited slip feature
described in the TCS section), has been disabled
and the “ESC Off Indicator Light” will be illumi-
nated. When in “Partial Off” mode, the engine
power reduction feature of TCS is disabled, and
the enhanced vehicle stability offered by the ESC
system is reduced.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage:
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
• Install on Front Tires.
• Due to limited clearance, a 185/55R15 tire with a
Security Chain Company (SCC) Super Z6 low profile
traction device or equivalent is recommended.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredict-
able handling. You could lose control and have a
collision.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe
the following precautions:
• Because of restricted traction device clearance
between tires and other suspension components,
it is important that only traction devices in good
condition are used. Broken devices can cause
serious damage. Stop the vehicle immediately if
noise occurs that could indicate device breakage.
Remove the damaged parts of the device before
further use.
• Install device as tightly as possible and then
retighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km).
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large
bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle.
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TPMS Warnings
The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on
and off for 75 seconds and remain on solid when a
system fault is detected, an audible chime will be
activated and the “Service Tire Pressure Monitoring
System” text message will display. If the ignition key is
cycled, this sequence will repeat providing the system
fault still exists. The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale
Light will turn off when the fault condition no longer
exists. A system fault can occur with any of the follow-
ing scenarios:
•Jamming due to electronic devices or driving next to
facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as the
TPM sensors.
• Installing some form of aftermarket window tinting
that affects radio wave signals.
• Snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
• Using tire chains on the vehicle.
• Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
NOTE: Your vehicle may be equipped with a compact
spare wheel and tire assembly. •
The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure
monitoring sensor. Therefore, the TPMS will not
monitor the tire pressure in the compact spare tire.
• If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road
tire that has a pressure below the low-pressure
warning limit, upon the next ignition key cycle, a
chime will sound, the Tire Pressure Monitoring Tell-
tale Light and the Low inflation pressure left or right
front / rear tire message will still turn ON due to the
low tire.
• However, after driving the vehicle for up to 20
minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure
Monitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for
75 seconds and then remain on solid and the “Service
Tire Pressure Monitoring System” message will be
displayed.
• This occurs for each subsequent ignition key cycle, a
chime will sound and the Tire Pressure Monitoring
Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and
then remain on solid and the “Service Tire Pressure
Monitoring System” message will be displayed.
• Once you repair or replace the original road tire and
reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact
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will automatically update and the “Tire Pressure Moni-
toring Telltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may
need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph
(24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this infor-
mation.
TPMS Warning
When a system fault is detected, the “Tire Pressure
Monitoring Telltale Light” will flash on and off for 75
seconds and then remain on solid. The system fault will
sound a chime and also display a “Service Tire Pressure
Monitoring System” message in the instrument cluster
for approximately 5 seconds.If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat,
providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault
no longer exists, the “Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale
Light” will no longer flash, and the “Service Tire
Pressure Monitoring System” message will no longer
display.
A system fault can occur due to any of the following:
1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or driv-
ing next to facilities emitting the same radio frequen-
cies as the TPM sensors.
2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains materials that may block radio wave signals.
3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
NOTE:
• The TPMS will not monitor the pressure in a replace-
ment tire installed without a tire pressure sensor.
• If you install a replacement tire in place of a road tire
that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning
Service TPM System Message
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Schedule, Maintenance...................... .324
Seat Belt Energy Management Feature .................30
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation .................26
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................24
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ................28
Pregnant Women .........................29
Seat Belt Extender .........................29
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................30
Seat Belt Reminder ........................23
Seat Belt Maintenance ...................... .308
Seat Belt Reminder ..........................23
Seat Belts ............................. .23, 61
Child Restraint ...........................43
Extender ...............................29
Front Seat ........................ .23, 24, 26
Inspection ..............................61
Operating Instructions ......................26
Pregnant Women .........................29
Pretensioners ............................30
Rear Seat ...............................24
Reminder ..............................118
Untwisting Procedure ......................28
Seats ....................................74
Adjustment .............................74 Heated
.................................78
Security Alarm Disarm The System ........................12
Security Alarm ...........................12
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................11
Service Assistance ......................... .330
Service Contract .......................... .332
Service Manuals .......................... .333
Shift Lever Override ....................... .272
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission ..............188
Shoulder Belts .............................24
Signals, Turn ........................ .63, 84, 135
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................229
Snow Tires .............................. .223
Spare Tire ..................... .223, 224, 225, 226
Spark Plugs ............................. .321
Speed Control Accel/Decel .............................93
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ..................90
Sport Mode .............................. .202
Starting ................................ .184
Automatic

Transmission ....................184
Cold Weather .......................... .185
Engine Fails To Start ..................... .186
Manual Transmission ..................... .184
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SteeringPower ............................... .199
Tilt Column .............................89
Wheel, Tilt ..............................89
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................165
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .165
Storage ................................. .315
Storage, Vehicle ........................... .178
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .271
Sun Roof .................................98
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ...........32
Synthetic Engine Oil ....................... .285
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ...........177
Tilt Steering Column .........................89
Tire And Loading Information Placard ........215, 216
Tire Markings ............................ .210
Tires ...................... .63, 219, 223, 224, 231
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .227
Air Pressure ........................... .219
Chains ............................... .229
Changing ............................. .258
Compact Spare ......................... .224
General Information ................219, 223, 224
High Speed ............................ .221Inflation Pressures
....................... .220
Jacking ............................... .258
Life Of Tires ........................... .227
Load Capacity ...................... .215, 216
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) .............232
Pressure Warning Light ....................126
Quality Grading ........................ .231
Radial ............................... .221
Replacement ........................... .228
Rotation .............................. .230
Safety ............................ .210, 219
Sizes .................................211
Snow Tires ............................ .223
Spare Tire ....................223,
224, 225, 226
Spinning .............................. .226
Tread Wear Indicators .....................226
Tire Safety Information ...................... .210
Tire Service Kit ............248, 249, 250, 252, 254, 255
To Open Hood .............................81
Towing ................................. .243
Disabled Vehicle ........................ .274
Recreational ........................... .244
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ............244
Traction ................................ .197
Traction Control .......................... .205
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