2017 FIAT 500L LIVING seats

Main recommendations to carry
children safely
❒Install the child restraint systems on
the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of an
impact.
❒Keep children in rearward facing child
restraint systems for as long as
possible, until 3–4 years old if possible.
❒Should a rearward facing child
restraint system be installed on the rear
seats, it is advisable to position it as
far forward as the position of the front
seat allows.
❒If the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated always check the
dedicated LED on the trim located on
the dashboard switches on, to make
sure that it has actually been
deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint system
itself. Keep the instructions in the
vehicle along with the other documents
and this handbook. Do not use
second-hand child restraint systems
without instructions.
❒Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry
two children using one child restraint
system.
❒Always check that the seat belts do
not rest on the child’s neck.❒Always check that the seat belt is
well fastened by pulling on it.
❒While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
❒Never allow a child to put the belt's
diagonal section under an arm or
behind their back.
❒Never carry children on your lap,
even newborns. No one can hold
a child in the case of an accident.
❒In the event of an accident, replace
the child restraint system with a new
one.
WARNING
75)SEVERE DANGER When a front
passenger airbag is fitted, do not install
rearward facing child restraint systems on
the front passenger seat. Deployment of
the airbag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of the
severity of the collision. It is advisable to
always carry children in a child restraint
system on the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of an
impact.
76)On the sun visor there is a label with
suitable symbols reminding the user that it
is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if
a rearward facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the instructions
on the passenger's side sun visor (see
the "Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS) - Airbag" paragraph).77)Should it be necessary to carry a child
on the passenger side front seat in a
rearward facing child restraint system, the
passenger side front airbag and side bag
must be deactivated through the display
main Menu (see the instructions in the
"Display" paragraph, "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter), verifying
deactivation by checking whether the LED
has switched on in the trim located
on the dashboard. Move the passenger's
seat as far back as possible to avoid
contact between the child restraint system
and the dashboard.
78)Do not adjust the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated
child restraint system.
79)Incorrect fitting of the child restraint
system may result in an inefficient
protection system. In the event of an
accident the child restraint system may
become loose and the child may be
injured, even fatally. When fitting a restraint
system for newborns or children, strictly
comply with the instructions provided
by the Manufacturer.
80)When the child restraint system is not
used, secure it with the seat belt or with
the ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from
the vehicle. Do not leave it unsecured
inside the passenger compartment. In this
way, in the case of sudden braking or an
accident, it will not cause injuries to the
occupants.
81)After installing a child restraint system,
do not move the seat: always remove
the child restraint system before making
any adjustment.
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SIDE BAGS
To help increase occupants protection
in the event of certain side impact
collisions, the car is equipped with
seat-mounted side bags (for
versions/markets, where provided) and
window bag.
Side bags(for versions/markets, where provided)
These comprise two types of bags
located in the front seat backrests fig.
87 which protect the pelvis, chest
and shoulder area of the occupants in
the event of a side impact of
medium/high severity.
Window bag
This comprises a "curtain" bag housed
behind the roof side linings and covered
by special trims fig. 88.It is designed to protect the head of
front and rear occupants in the event of
a side collision, thanks to the wide
cushion inflation surface.
The deployment of side bags in the
event of side impacts of low severity is
not required.
In the event of a side impact, the
system provides best protection if the
passenger sits on the seat in a correct
position, thus allowing correct window
bag deployment.
Important
90) 92) 93) 94) 95) 96) 97) 98)Do not wash the seats with water or
pressurised steam (wash by hand or at
automatic seat washing stations).
The front and/or side airbags
may activate in the event of sharp
impacts to the underbody of the car
(e.g. impact with steps, pavements,
potholes or road bumps etc.).When the airbag deploys it emits a
small amount of dust: the dust is
harmless and does not indicate the
beginning of a fire. The dust may irritate
the skin and eyes however: in this
case, wash with neutral soap
and water.
Airbag checking, repair and
replacement must be carried out at a
Fiat Dealership.
If the vehicle is scrapped, have the
airbag system deactivated at a Fiat
Dealership.
Pretensioners and airbags are deployed
according to different logics on the
basis of the type of collision. Failure to
deploy of one or more of the devices
does not indicate a system malfunction.
WARNING
86)Do not apply stickers or other objects
on the steering wheel, on the dashboard in
the passenger side airbag area, on side
upholstery on the roof or on the seats.
Never put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on
the passenger's side dashboard since
they could interfere with correct inflation of
the airbag and also cause serious injury
to the passengers.
87)Always drive keeping your hands on
the steering wheel rim so that the airbag
can inflate freely if necessary. Do not drive
with your body bent forward. Keep your
back straight against the backrest.
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SAFETY

WARNING
99)It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine burns oxygen
and releases carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide and other toxic gases.
100)Remember that the brake servo and
power steering are not operational until the
engine has been started, therefore you
need to apply much more force than usual
to the brake pedal and steering wheel.
101)If the engine fails to start with a gear
engaged, the potentially dangerous
situation due to the fact that the gearbox is
automatically placed in neutral will be
signalled by an acoustic signal.
WARNING
51)Warning lightflashing for 60
seconds after starting or during prolonged
cranking of the engine indicates a fault
with the glow plug heating system. You
can use the vehicle as usual if the engine
starts but you should contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
52)It is advisable not to demand maximum
performance from your vehicle (e.g.
excessive acceleration, long distances at
maximum rpm, excessively intense braking,
etc.) when it is first used.
53)When the engine is off, do not leave
the key turned to MAR to prevent
unnecessary electrical consumption from
draining the battery.54)Never jump start the engine by
pushing, towing or coasting downhill.
These actions could cause the fuel to flow
into the catalytic converter and damage
it beyond repair.
55)Revving up before stopping the engine
is useless, it causes unnecessary fuel
consumption and can damage the engine,
in particular engines equipped with
turbocharger.
HANDBRAKE
102) 103)
The handbrake lever is located between
the two front seats.
Handbrake engagement: pull lever A
fig. 89 upwards until the vehicle is
braked. Four or five clicks are generally
enough when the car is on level
ground, while ten or eleven may be
required if the car is on a steep slope
and laden. If this is not the case,
contact a Fiat Dealership for
adjustment.
Handbrake disengagement: slightly
raise lever A and hold button B pressed
checking that the
warning light
switches off in the instrument panel.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

❒fit the space-saver wheel by inserting
the first stud bolt for two threads into
the hole closest to the valve; then,
tighten the stud bolt by some threads
and proceed in the same way for the
others;
❒take the spanner A fig. 105 and fully
tighten the fixing stud bolts;
❒operate the jack handle D to lower
the car. Then extract the jack;
❒use the spanner A to fully tighten the
stud bolts in a criss-cross fashion as
per the numerical sequence illustrated
in fig. 111;
❒when replacing an alloy wheel rim it is
advisable to place it upside down,
with the aesthetic part facing upwards.500L LIVING versions
123)When the operation is over, proceed as
follows:
❒retighten device A fig. 112 on fixing
mounting B;
❒insert spanner C fig. 113 on device D
and rotate it clockwise in order to
tighten the space-saver wheel support
locking bolt. The device is correctly
attached when the yellow strip appears
in window E;
❒fit the punctured tyre in the dedicated
bag and place it in the luggage
compartment.
Punctured tyre positioning (500L
LIVING versions)
5-seater versions: place the punctured
tyre in the luggage compartment.
7-seater versions
❒With third row of rear seats folded:
place the punctured tyre in the luggage
compartment, above the backrests.
❒With third row of rear seats not
folded: remove the luggage-covering
curtain (which must be positioned
in front of second row of seats) then
place the punctured tyre in the luggage
compartment, positioning it as shown
in fig. 114 (wheel hub facing the inside
of the passenger compartment in
order to prevent the wheel from falling
when closing the tailgate).
REFITTING THE
STANDARD WHEEL
Versions with steel rims
❒make sure the contact surfaces
between standard wheel and hub are
clean and free from impurities so that
the fixing stud bolts will not come
loose;
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❒fit the standard wheel inserting the 5
stud bolts into the holes;
❒press-fit the wheel cap, aligning the
special splining (on the cap) with the
inflation valve;
❒using the spanner provided, tighten
the fixing stud bolts;
❒lower the vehicle and remove the
jack;
❒using the spanner provided, fully
tighten the stud bolts in the sequence
shown previously.
Versions with alloy wheels
❒insert the wheel on the hub and using
the spanner provided tighten the stud
bolts;
❒lower the vehicle and remove the
jack;
❒using the spanner provided, fully
tighten the 5 stud bolts in the sequence
shown;❒reinstall the hub cap, taking care to
position the three plastic pins in the
dedicated seats on the wheel. Slightly
press the cap to prevent any damage
to the plastic pins.
IMPORTANT If it is not fitted properly,
the hub cap may detach itself when the
car is running.
After tyre replacement
❒stow the space-saver wheel in the
compartment provided in the boot;
❒insert the jack and the other tools in
the container;
❒arrange the container and tools on
the space-saver wheel;
❒correctly reposition the boot stiff
cover.
WARNING
118)The space-saver wheel (for
versions/markets, where provided) is
specific to your vehicle, do not use it on
other models, or use the space-saver
wheel of other models on your vehicle. The
space-saver wheel must only be used in
the event of an emergency. It must only be
used for the distance necessary to reach
a service point and the vehicle speed must
not exceed 80 km/h. The space-saver
wheel has an orange label that
summarises the main cautions for use and
limitations. Never remove or cover the
label. The following information is provided
in four languages on the label: "Important!
For temporary use only! 80 km/h max!
Replace with a standard wheel as soon as
possible. Never cover this indication".
Never apply any hub cap to the
space-saver wheel.
119)Use your hazard lights, warning
triangle, etc to show that your vehicle is
stationary. Passengers should get out
of the vehicle, particularly if it is heavily
loaded, and wait for the wheel to be
changed away from the traffic. In the event
of a wheel change on a slope or on
unsurfaced roads, chock the wheels (see
the following pages).
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IN AN EMERGENCY

INDEX
3
rd brake light (changing bulbs)..... 121
ABS (system) ................................ 65
Active safety systems ..................... 65
ASR (system) ................................. 65
Automatic dual-zone climate
control system ............................. 18
Battery (recharging)....................... 153
Bodywork (cleaning and
maintenance) ............................... 157
Bonnet ........................................... 31
Bulb (replacement) ......................... 115
Cargo Magic Space ...................... 30
Checking levels .............................. 145
Child protection systems ................ 76
City Brake Control - Collision
Mitigation System......................... 68
Climate control system ................... 16
CO2 emissions............................... 200
Control buttons .............................. 42
Control panel and on-board
instruments .................................. 40
Cornering lights .............................. 20
Cruise Control (constant speed
regulator)...................................... 99
Dashboard.................................... 7
Daytime running lights (DRL) .......... 19
Dimensions .................................... 174Dipped headlights (bulb
replacement) ................................ 118
Direction indicators (bulb
replacement) ................................ 118
Direction indicators ........................ 20
Display ........................................... 42
Doors ............................................. 26
Driving assistance systems ............ 67
DST (system).................................. 66
Dualdrive (electric power
steering) ....................................... 32
Dusk sensor ................................... 20
Electric sun roof ............................ 24
Electric windows ............................ 28
Engine compartment...................... 145
ERM (system) ................................. 66
ESC (system) ................................. 65
Exterior lights ................................. 19
Fiat CODE (system) ....................... 8
Fixed glass roof .............................. 23
Fix&Go Automatic kit...................... 113
Flashing ......................................... 20
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 193
Fog lights (bulb replacement) ......... 120
Follow Me Home (device) ............... 21
Front airbags .................................. 86
Front seats ..................................... 11
Fuel consumption .......................... 195
Fuel cut-off system......................... 129
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 122
Gear Shift Indicator (system) ......... 42
Handbrake.................................... 94
Hazard warning lights..................... 109
Head restraints............................... 13
Heating and ventilation ................... 16
Hill Holder (system) ........................ 65
Identification data .......................... 160
Ignition device ................................ 10
Important information and
recommendations ........................ 222
iTPMS ............................................ 69
Jump starting ................................ 128
"Lane Change" function ................ 20
Lifting the vehicle .......................... 156
Luggage compartment................... 29
Main beam headlights (bulb
replacement) ................................ 118
Main beam headlights .................... 20
Manual climate control system ....... 17
Multifunction display....................... 42
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement) ................................ 121
Occupant protection systems ....... 71
On-board instruments
– multifunction display .................. 40
– reconfigurable multifunction
display....................................... 41
Parking sensors ............................ 101
INDEX

Performance (top speed) ................ 177
Prescriptions for handling the
vehicle at the end of its life ........... 205
Pretensioners ................................. 74
Rain sensor .................................. 22
Rear seats...................................... 11
Rear view camera .......................... 103
Rear view mirrors ........................... 15
Rear window wiper/washer ............ 22
Reconfigurable multifunction
display ......................................... 42
Refuelling the vehicle ...................... 105
Rims and tyres provided................. 167
Roof lights...................................... 23
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder)
system ......................................... 73
Scheduled servicing ....................... 133
Seat belts....................................... 72
Seats ............................................. 11
Setup menu ................................... 43
Side bags....................................... 90side direction indicators (bulb
replacement) ................................ 119
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL) (bulb replacement) .............. 119
Side/taillights - dipped beam
headlights .................................... 20
Speed Limiter................................. 100
Starting the engine ......................... 93
Steering lock .................................. 10
Steering wheel ............................... 14
Stop/Start system .......................... 98
Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS) - Airbag .............................. 86
Supplies ......................................... 191
Symbols......................................... 4The keys ....................................... 8
Third-row rear seats ....................... 12
Tips, controls and general
information ................................... 207
Towing the vehicle .......................... 130
Towing trailers ................................ 104Traction Plus system ...................... 67
Tyre inflation pressure ..................... 171
Uconnect 5 Radio/Uconnect 5
Radio Nav .................................... 209
Use of the Owner Handbook.......... 3
Using the Dualogic gearbox ........... 96
Using the manual gearbox ............. 95
Version with LPG system .............. 33
Version with methane system
(Natural Power) ............................ 36
Warning lights and messages ....... 45
Weights.......................................... 180
Wheel (changing)............................ 109
Wheels and tyres ........................... 157
Wheels ........................................... 167
Window bag .................................. 90
Window cleaning............................ 21
Windscreen/rear window wiper ...... 155
Windscreen wiper/washer .............. 21