2017 FIAT 500L steering

UCONNECT RADIOS
For detailed information about your Uconnect radio,
refer to your Uconnect Owner ’s Manual Supplement.
IPOD/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL
This feature allows an iPod or external USB device to be
plugged into the AUX Jack or USB port.
Refer to the Uconnect 5.0 or 6.5 Owner ’s Manual Supple-
ment for iPod and external USB support capability.
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located at the
rear of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.
The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and
mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the
rocker switch will increase the volume, and pushing the
bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume.
Pushing the center button will make the radio switch
between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/
AUX Jack And USB Port
1 — AUX Jack
2 — USB Port
Remote Sound System Controls (Back View OfSteering Wheel)
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Get Started
All you need to control your Uconnect system with
your voice are the buttons on your steering wheel.
1. VisitUconnectPhone.com to check mobile device
and feature compatibility and to find phone pair-
ing instructions.
2. Reduce background noise. Wind and passenger con- versations are examples of noise that may impact
recognition.
3. Speak clearly at a normal pace and volume while facing straight ahead. The microphone is positioned
on the rearview mirror and aimed at the driver.
4. Each time you give a Voice Command, you must first push either the VR or Phone button, wait until after
the beep, then say your Voice Command.
5. You can interrupt the help message or system prompts by pushing the VR or Phone button and
saying a Voice Command from current category.
Uconnect Voice Command
1 — Push To Initiate Or To Answer A Phone Call, Send Or Re-
ceive A Text
2 — Push to MUTE
3 — Push To End Call
4 — Push To Say Vocal Commands
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CONTENTS
STARTING PROCEDURES ...............218
▫ Automatic Transmission ...............218
▫ Normal Starting ..................... .218
▫ Cold Weather Operation ...............218
▫ Extended Park Starting .................219
▫ If Engine Fails To Start ................219
▫ After Starting .......................220
▫ Turbo Charger “Cool Down” ............220
 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ...........220
▫ Key Ignition Park Interlock ..............221
▫ Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System . .221
▫ Six-Speed Automatic Transmission ........221
 AUTOSTICK ........................ .226
▫ Operation ..........................227 
DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES ........228
▫ Acceleration ........................228
▫ Traction .......................... .228
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER ............229
▫ Flowing/Rising Water .................229
▫ Shallow Standing Water ................229
 ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ............230
 PARKING BRAKE .....................230
 BRAKE SYSTEM ..................... .232
 ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . .232
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . .232
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ..............233
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ...........234
▫ Hill Start

Assist (HSA) ................234
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▫Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) ..........235
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) .........235
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light ...............236
▫ Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM) .........238
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ............239
▫ Tire Markings .......................239
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..........243
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions .........244
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..........245
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION .......249
▫ Tire Pressure .......................249
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ................250
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . .251
▫ Radial Ply Tires .....................251
▫ Tire Types ..........................252
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ............253▫
Spare Tires — If Equipped ..............253
▫ Tire Spinning .......................256
▫ Tread Wear Indicators .................256
▫ Life Of Tire ........................257
▫ Replacement Tires ....................258
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) ......259
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .260
 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .......261
▫ Treadwear ..........................261
▫ Traction Grades ..................... .261
▫ Temperatur

e Grades ...................261
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) ............................ .262
▫ Base System ........................264
▫ General Information ...................266
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS — 1.4L Turbo .......266
▫ Reformulated Gasoline ................266
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving
through standing water. This will minimize wave
effects.
• Driving through standing water may cause dam-
age to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Al-
ways inspect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil,
transmission, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination
(i.e., fluid that is milky or foamy in appearance)
after driving through standing water. Do not
continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid ap-
pears contaminated, as this may result in further
damage. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is
not covered by the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
This only operates with the key turned to MAR/ON
and the engine started. The steering allows the force
required at the steering wheel to be adjusted to suit
driving conditions.
NOTE: When turning the ignition key quickly, full
power steering functionality can be achieved after a few
seconds.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly
as possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever
up slightly, push the side button with your thumb, then
lower the lever completely.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an
authorized dealer immediately.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake
systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses
normal capability, the remaining system will still func-
tion. However, there will be some loss of overall brak-
ing effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel
during application, greater pedal force required to slow
or stop, and potential activation of the “Brake System
Warning Light”.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,
repeated brake applications with the engine off), the
brakes will still function. However, the effort required
to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that
required with the power system operating.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic
brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction
Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Dynamic Steering Torque (DST), and Electronic Stability Control
(ESC). All systems work together to enhance vehicle
stability and control in various driving conditions and
are commonly referred to as ESC.
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Four-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in
maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con-
ditions. The system operates with a separate computer
to modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel
lock-up and to help avoid skidding on slippery sur-
faces.
The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to
provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor
makes a low humming noise during operation, which is
normal.
The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light. When
the light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The
system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turn-
ing the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS if
the fault detected was only momentary.
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WARNING!
•Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish
their effectiveness and may lead to a collision.
Pumping makes the stopping distance longer. Just
press firmly on your brake pedal when you need
to slow down or stop.
• The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot pre-
vent the natural laws of physics from acting on
the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering
efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition
of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction
afforded.
• The ABS cannot prevent collisions, including
those resulting from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too closely, or hydro-
planing.
• The capabilities of an ABS-equipped vehicle
must never be exploited in a reckless or danger-
ous manner, which could jeopardize the user’s
safety or the safety of others.
When you are in a severe braking condition involving
the use of the ABS, you will experience some pedal drop
as the vehicle comes to a stop. This is the result of the
system reverting to the base brake system. Engagement of the ABS may be accompanied by a
pulsing sensation. You may also hear a clicking noise.
These occurrences are normal and indicate that the
system is functioning properly.
Brake Assist System (BAS)
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system detects an emergency braking situation by sensing
the rate and amount of brake application and then applies
optimum pressure to the brakes. This can help reduce
braking distances. The BAS complements the Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS). Applying the brakes very quickly
results in the best BAS assistance. To receive the benefit of
the system, you must apply
continuousbraking pressure
during the stopping sequence (do not “pump” the
brakes). Do not reduce brake pedal pressure unless
braking is no longer desired. Once the brake pedal is
released, the BAS is deactivated.
WARNING!
• The Brake Assist System (BAS) cannot prevent
the natural laws of physics from acting on the
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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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