2017 FIAT 500E windshield wipers

▫Dimmer Control ......................97
▫ Ambient Light .......................98
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped ...............98
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .....98
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation .........98
▫ Rear Windshield Wiper ................100
 TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED . .101
 SPEED CONTROL .....................101
▫ To Activate ........................ .102
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................102
▫ To Deactivate ...................... .102
▫ To Resume Speed ....................103
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ..............103
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ..............104
 REAR PARK ASSIST ....................104
▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ...............104
▫ Rear Park Assist Audible Alerts ..........105
▫ Failure Indications ....................106 ▫
Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System ......106
▫ Park Assist System Usage Precautions ......107
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED .......108
▫ To Open .......................... .109
▫ To Close .......................... .109
▫ Pinch Protect Feature ..................109
▫ Wind Buffeting ..................... .109
▫ Emergency Operation ..................110
▫ Sun Shade — If Equipped ..............110
 ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS ..........110
 CIGAR

LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED .........112
 CUPHOLDERS .......................113
 STORAGE ...........................114
▫ Glove Compartment ...................114
 CARGO AREA FEATURES ...............114
 REAR WINDOW FEATURES .............115
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................115
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Ambient Light
The vehicle is equipped with ambient light on the
center stack. The ambient light will be on when the
headlights are turned on by rotating the end of the
multifunction lever.
Fog Lights — If Equipped
The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the
instrument panel, just below the radio.
Push the switch once to turn the front fog lights on.
Push the switch a second time to turn the front fog
lights off.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the
right side of the steering column.
NOTE:The windshield wipers/washers will only op-
erate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Front Windshield Wiper Operation
There are five different modes of operation for the front
windshield wipers. The windshield wiper lever can be
raised or lowered to access these modes:
Fog Light Switch
Windshield Wiper Operation
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Windshield Wiper Off
This is the normal position of the wiper lever.
Intermittent Wiper Operation
Push the lever downward to the first detent. The wipers
will operate intermittently.
NOTE:The Intermittent function only has one detent,
but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle
speed. As vehicle speed increases, the delay time will
decrease.
Low Speed
Push the lever downward to the second detent. The
wipers will operate at low speed.
High Speed
Push the lever downward to the third detent. The
wipers will operate at high speed.
Manual High Speed/Mist
Push the lever upward from the off position. The wipers
will operate at high speed to clear off road mist or spray
from a passing vehicle. This operation will continue until the lever is released. When the lever is released,
the wipers will return to the off position and automati-
cally shut off.
Front Windshield Washer Operation
Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the
steering wheel to activate the washers. The wipers will
activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is
released.
CAUTION!
•
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to the
windshield wipers may result if the wiper control
is left in any position other than off.
• In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch
and allow the wipers to return to the “Park”
position before turning off the vehicle. If the
wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to
the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may
occur when the vehicle is restarted.
• Always remove any buildup of snow that pre-
vents the windshield wiper blades from returning
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CAUTION!(Continued)
to the off position. If the windshield wiper con-
trol is turned off and the blades cannot return to
the off position, damage to the wiper motor may
occur.
Rear Windshield Wiper
Rotate the end of the windshield wiper/washer lever
upward to the first detent past the intermittent settings
for intermittent wipe operation. With the front wind-
shield wiper active, rotate the end of the windshield
wiper/washer lever upward. The rear wiper will oper-
ate in the same mode as the front windshield wipers,
but at half the frequency. When the transmission is
placed into REVERSE, the rear wiper will automatically
operate at Low Speed and return to normal operation
when the transmission is placed out of REVERSE. NOTE:
The windshield wipers/washers will only op-
erate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Rear Windshield Washer Operation
Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the
instrument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and
hold the lever for more than a half second and the
wipers will activate automatically for three cycles after
the lever is released.
Rear Wiper Operation
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Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as Mopar Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latch-
ing components to ensure proper function. When per-
forming other underhood services, the hood latch,
release mechanism and safety catch should be cleaned
and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as Mopar Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield and rear window periodically with a
sponge or soft cloth and a mild nonabrasive cleaner.This will remove accumulations of salt, waxes, or road
film, and help reduce streaking and smearing.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always
use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt
or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice
from the windshield or rear window. Make sure that
they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on
to avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out
of contact with petroleum products.
NOTE:
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these condi-
tions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as
necessary.
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this will allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the
liftgate glass.
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TransaxleAutomatic ............................28
Transmission Automatic .......................... .174
Fluid .............................. .270
Transporting Pets .........................75
Tread Wear Indicators .....................205
Turn Signals ........................ .95, 135
UCI Connector ......................... .144
Uniform Tire Quality Grades ................209
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . .144
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ...............45
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............5
Vehicle Loading ........................ .195
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ..............6
Vehicle Security Alarm Disarming .............31
Vehicle Storage ......................... .168Warnings And Cautions
.....................5
Warranty Information .....................281
Washers, Windshield ...................98, 100
Washing Vehicle ........................ .253
Water Driving Through ...................... .179
Wheel And Wheel Trim ....................254
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ................254
Wind Buffeting ...................... .37, 109
Window Fogging ....................... .168
Windows ...............................37
Power ...............................37
Windshield Defroster ......................77
Windshield Washers ....................98, 100
Windshield Wiper Blades ...................249
Windshield Wipers ........................98
Wiper Blade Replacement ..................249
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