2017 FIAT 500L sensor

Speed Buzzer (Speed Limit)
With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit
(mph or km/h); when this limit is exceeded the driver
is immediately alerted.
To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push and release theMENUbutton. The
display will show the message (Speed Beep).
2. Push and release the up
ordownbutton to
select speed limit activation (On) or deactivation
(Off).
3. When the function is activated (On), briefly push and release the MENUbutton to display the presently set
activation speed. Pushing the up
ordown
buttons selects the speed limit. Push MENUto
confirm selection.
NOTE: Selection is possible between 20 – 125 mph or
(32 – 201 km/h), depending on the selected unit. The
setting will increase/decrease by five units each time
the up/down button is pushed. Push and hold the
up/down button to increase/decrease the setting rap-
idly. Save the setting by briefly pushing the button
when you approach the required setting. •
Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to go back
to the menu screen, or push and hold the MENU
button (approximately one second) to go back to the
main screen without storing the settings.
To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton. “On”
will flash on the display.
2. Push and release the down
button. “Off” will
flash on the display.
3. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to go
back to the menu screen, or push and hold the
MENU button (approximately one second) to go
back to the main screen without storing the settings.
Headlight Sensor (Automatic Headlight/Dusk
Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment)
This function is used to turn the headlights on or off
according to external light conditions.
The dusk sensor sensitivity can be adjusted according to
3 levels (level 1 = minimum sensitivity, level 2 =
medium sensitivity, level 3 = maximum sensitivity); the
greater the sensitivity set, the less the external light
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variation needed to turn on the lights (e.g. with a setting
on level 3 at sunset the headlights switch on earlier than
in levels 1 and 2).
Proceed as follows to set:
1. PushMENUbutton briefly. The level set previously
flashes on the display.
2. Push the upordown button to make the adjustment.
3. Push the MENUbutton briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold the button down to return to the
standard screen without storing.
Cornering Lights (Activation/Deactivation Of
Cornering Lights)
This function activates/deactivates (On/Off) the cor-
nering lights (see the description in the “Exterior lights”
paragraph).
Proceed as follows to activate/deactivate the lights:
1. Push the MENUbutton briefly. OnorOff flash on
the display, according to what has been previously
set.
2. Push upordown to make your choice. 3. Push the
MENUbutton briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold the button down to return to the
standard screen without storing.
Rain Sensor (Rain Sensor Sensitivity Adjustment)
This function allows you to adjust the rain sensor
sensitivity to 4 levels.
To set the required sensitivity level, proceed as follows:
1. Push the MENUbutton briefly. The sensitivity
“level” set previously flashes on the display.
2. Push the upordown button to make the adjustment.
3. Push the MENUbutton briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold the button down to return to the
standard screen without storing.
Trip B Data (Trip B On)
Through this option, it is possible to activate (On) or
deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial trip) display.
For further information, see “Trip Computer.”
For activation/deactivation, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton.
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust
both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
The gear selector must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL
position before you can start the engine. Depress the
brake pedal before shifting to any driving gear. NOTE:
You must press the brake pedal before shifting
out of PARK.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the AVV/ACC (START)
position and release it when the engine starts. If the
engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition
switch to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Cold Weather Operation
To prevent possible engine damage while starting at
low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine crank-
ing when the ambient temperature is less than –22°F
(–30°C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indi-
cates an engine block heater has not been used. An
externally powered electric engine block heater is avail-
able as a factory installed option.
The message “plug in engine heater” will be displayed
in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature
is below 5°F (–15°C) at the time the engine is shut off as
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•Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e.,
vehicle in NEUTRAL (manual transmission), vehicle
facing uphill is in forward gear; vehicle backing
uphill is in REVERSE gear).
WARNING!
There may be situations on minor hills with a
loaded vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the
system will not activate and slight rolling may
occur. This could cause a collision with another
vehicle or object. Always remember the driver is
responsible for braking the vehicle.
Disabling/Enabling HSA
If you wish to turn the HSA system on or off, it can be
done using the Customer Programmable Features in the
Uconnect Settings. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in for
further information.
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
The DST function uses the integration of the ESC
system with the electric power steering to increase the
safety level of the whole vehicle. In critical situations (braking with different grip condi-
tions), through the DST function the ESC system con-
trols the steering to implement an additional torque
contribution on the steering wheel, to suggest the most
correct manoeuvre to the driver.
The coordinated action of brakes and steering increases
the safety and vehicle control feeling.
NOTE:
The DST is a driving aid system and does not
replace the driver’s actions while driving the vehicle.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor-
rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by
applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in
counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi-
tion. Engine power may also be reduced to help the
vehicle maintain the desired path. ESC uses sensors in
the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by
the driver and compares it to the actual path of the
vehicle. When the actual path does not match the
intended path, ESC applies the brake of the appropriate
wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or under-
steer condition.
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(20°C) and the measured tire pressure is 27 psi (186
kPa), a temperature drop to 20°F (-7°C) will decrease
the tire pressure to approximately 23 psi (159 kPa). This
tire pressure is sufficiently low enough to turn on the
Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light. Driving the
vehicle may cause the tire pressure to rise to approxi-
mately 27 psi (186 kPa), but the Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing Telltale Light will still be on. In this situation, the
Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn off only
after the tires are inflated to the vehicle’s recommended
cold tire pressure value.
CAUTION!
•The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warnings have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system
operation or sensor damage may result when
using replacement equipment that is not of the
same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels
can cause sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire
sealants may cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) sensor to become inoperable.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
After using an aftermarket tire sealant it is recom-
mended that you take your vehicle to an autho-
rized dealership to have your sensor function
checked.
• After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure,
always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will
prevent moisture and dirt from entering the valve
stem, which could damage the Tire Pressure
Monitoring Sensor.
NOTE:
• The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care
and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire
failure or condition.
• The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure
gauge while adjusting your tire pressure.
• Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes
the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
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•The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-
nance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure using an accurate tire gauge,
even if under-inflation has not reached the level to
trigger illumination of the Tire Pressure Monitoring
Telltale Light.
• Seasonal temperature changes will affect tire pres-
sure, and the TPMS will monitor the actual tire
pressure in the tire.
Base System
This is the TPMS warning indicator located in
the instrument cluster.
The TPMS uses wireless technology with wheel rim
mounted electronic sensors to monitor tire pressure
levels. Sensors, mounted to each wheel as part of the
valve stem, transmit tire pressure readings to the Re-
ceiver Module.
NOTE: It is particularly important for you to check the
tire pressure in all of the tires on your vehicle regularly
and to maintain the proper pressure. The TPMS consists of the following components:
•
Receiver Module.
• Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors.
• Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.
Tire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure Warnings
The Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will illumi-
nate in the instrument cluster, an acoustic signal will be
activated, and the “Check left or right front/rear tire”
text message will display when one or more of the four
active road tire pressures are low. Should this occur, you
should stop as soon as possible, check the inflation
pressure of each tire on your vehicle, and inflate each
tire to the vehicle’s recommended cold placard pressure
value. The system will automatically update and the
Tire Pressure Monitoring Light will extinguish once the
updated tire pressures have been received. The vehicle
may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above
15 mph (24 km/h) to receive this information.
Check 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
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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 and the Tire Pressure Monitoring
Telltale Light 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.
• 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.
• Once you repair or replace the original road tire and
reinstall it on the vehicle in place of the compact
spare tire, the TPMS will update automatically and
the Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light will turn
OFF, as long as no tire pressure is below the low-
pressure warning limit in any of the four active road
tires. 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 information.
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Cavity Vehicle Fuse Number Mini FuseDescription
4 F3820 Amp Yellow Central Door Locking
5 F3615 Amp Blue Diagnostic Socket, Vehicle Radio, Climate
Control System, TPMS, Sunroof
6 F907.5 Amp Brown Left High Beam
7 F917.5 Amp Brown Right High Beam
8 F927.5 Amp Brown Left Fog Light
9 F937.5 Amp Brown Right Fog Light
10 F425 Amp Tan BSM, ESP
11 F3320 Amp Yellow Rear Left Passenger Window
12 F3420 Amp Yellow Rear Right Passenger Window
13 F4320 Amp Yellow Bi-Directional Washer
14 F4820 Amp Yellow Passenger Power Window
15 F137.5 Amp Brown Left Low Beam, Headlamp Leveling
16 F507.5 Amp Brown Airbag
17 F515 Amp Tan Vehicle Radio Switch, Climate Control Sys-
tem, Stop Light, Reverse Gear, Sunroof,
Parking Sensor, Rear Camera
18 F377.5 Amp Brown Stop Light Switch, Instrument Panel Node
19 F495 Amp Tan Exterior Mirror, GPS, Electric Mirror, Park-
ing Sensor
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