2017 FIAT 500L Owners Manual

Two hooks are also available on the side panels to fix
loads which are not excessively heavy (e.g. bags). To use
the hooks, push the release button.
CAUTION!
The maximum load admitted per each bag hook is
22 lbs (10 kg).
Storage Compartments
There are two storage compartments located on the rear
side panels.
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located
with the climate controls on the instrument
panel. Push this button to turn on the rear window
defroster. An indicator in the button will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
Cargo Side Panel Hook Locations
1 — Release Button
2 — Hook
Storage Compartment
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defroster automatically turns off after approximately 20
minutes. To manually shut the defroster off, push the
button a second time.
NOTE:To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage
to the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft
cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping paral-
lel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled
off after soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of
the window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK-IF EQUIPPED
The crossbars and siderails are designed to carry the
weight on vehicles equipped with a luggage rack. The
load must not exceed 110 lbs (50 kg), and should be
uniformly distributed over the luggage rack crossbars.
Their are two attachment points inside the door jambs
that the Roof Rack crossbars attach to.
Roof Rack Attachment Points
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Distribute cargo weight evenly on the roof rack cross-
bars. The roof rack does not increase the total load
carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the total load of
cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the external rack
does not exceed the maximum vehicle load capacity.
WARNING!
Cargo must be securely tied before driving your
vehicle. Improperly secured loads can fly off the
vehicle, particularly at high speeds, resulting in
personal injury or property damage. Follow the roof
rack cautions when carrying cargo on your roof
rack.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES .........133
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ................134
▫ Instrument Cluster Descriptions ..........135
 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS ......136
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights .............137
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights ...........143
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights ...........150
▫ White Telltale Indicator Lights ...........151
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Lights ............151
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........152
▫ Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons . .152
▫ Instrument Cluster Display Setup Menu . . . .153
▫ Change Engine Oil Indicator System ......154
▫ Trip Computer ..................... .155▫
Trip Button ........................ .155
▫ Values Displayed .....................156
▫ Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable
Features) .......................... .157
 CYBERSECURITY ..................... .168
 UCONNECT SETTINGS .................169
▫ Buttons On The Faceplate ...............170
▫ Buttons On The Touchscreen .............170
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect 5.0 Settings ..................170
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect 6.5 NAV Settings ..............177
 UCONNECT RADIOS ..................192
 IPOD/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL .....192
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS .....1924

▫Radio Operation .....................193
▫ Player Operation .....................193
 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ..........193
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE
PHONES .......................... .194
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ..................194
▫ Manual Climate Control Overview ........194
▫ Automatic Climate Control Overview ......199
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ........................204
▫ Operating Tips ..................... .205
 VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS .......207▫
Introducing Uconnect ..................207
▫ Get Started ........................ .208
▫ Basic Voice Commands ................209
▫ Radio ............................ .209
▫ Media ............................ .210
▫ Phone .............................211
▫ Navigation (6.5N) ....................212
▫ Voice Text Reply .....................213
▫ General Information ...................214
▫ Additional Information ................214
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Uconnect Phone For Bluetooth Hands
Free Calling7 — Fixed Upper Air Vent
13 — Climate Controls
2 — Multifunction Lever – Light Control 8 — Passenger Front Air Bag 14 — USB Port/SD Card/AUX Socket
3 — Instrument Cluster And Warning
Lights 9 — Upper Glove Compartment
15 — Uconnect Audio System
4 — Windshield Wiper, Washer, Trip Com-
puter 10 — Storage Compartment
16 — Ignition Switch
5 — Electronic Speed Control 11 — Lower Glove Compartment17 — Driver Advanced Front Air Bag /
Horn
6 — Air Vents 12 — Upper Switch Bank
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster
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