2017 FIAT 500X engine

If the value set on the Menu is different
from 0, the lights can be switched of for
the predetermined time by taking the
ring from position
(with the engine
running) to positionO(with the engine
off).
The function can be activated
automatically on versions with dusk
sensor: turn the ring to theAUTO
position with the engine running. The
dipped beam headlights will be turned
on if the sensor detects a low level of
light. The headlights off delay is
activated automatically when the engine
is switched off with the headlights on
for the time selected in the Menu.
Deactivation
If the function is activated by using the
left steering wheel stalk, the function
can be deactivated by holding the left
lever in "main beam flashing" mode for
longer than 2 seconds or by waiting for
the deactivation time shown on the
display.
The function cannot be deactivated if it
is activated using the light line. The
headlights will be switched off at the
end of the set time.
Turning the ignition device to the AVV
position will deactivate the function.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
With the light switch ring nut turned to
position
orAUTOpush the left
stalk A fig. 30 forwards, towards the
dashboard.
With main beam headlights on, the
warning light on the instrument
panel will come on at the same time.
Flashing
Pull stalk A toward yourself fig. 30, to
the unstable position; the stalk goes
back to the central stable position when
it is released.
With main beam headlights on, the
warning light on the instrument
panel will come on at the same time.
Automatic main beam headlights
(where provided)
In order not to disturb other road users,
the main beam headlights areautomatically deactivated when
approaching vehicles travelling in the
opposite direction or when following a
vehicle travelling in the same direction.
This function can be set through the
display menu (see the instructions in the
"Display" paragraph, "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter); the light
switch ring nut must be turned to AUTO
to activate.
The function is activated by pushing the
stalk toward the dashboard (stable
position); the
warning light comes
on in the instrument panel. The
warning light will also come on in
the instrument panel with main beam
headlights on. If the vehicle is turned off
with the setting described previously,
the automatic main beam headlight
function will need a new resetting: bring
back the stalk in the centre position and
then press it again towards the
instrument panel.
When the speed is higher than 40 km/h
and the function is active, if the stalk is
brought again to the stable central
position the function deactivates and
the main beam headlights turn off.
When the speed is lower than 15 km/h
and the function is active, the system
automatically switches the main beam
headlights off.
If the stalk is moved from the stable
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by rotating the ring nut A to position
and then again to position
1
or2;
by moving the lever upwards to
position MIST, or
upon exceeding the 5 km/h speed
and the sensor detects rain.
When the windscreen wiper is
reactivated using any of the
manoeuvres described above,
reactivation is indicated by a single
stroke of the windscreen wipers,
regardless of the condition of the
windscreen.
IMPORTANT For automatic
transmission vehicles with rain sensor,
engaging the gear N (Neutral) inhibits
the automatic wiping mode.
Off
The driver can deselect the automatic
wiping through the Menu on the display
or through theUconnect™system, or
by rotating the ring nut A fig. 33 to any
non-intermittent position (1
or
2
)
Service Position
The function allows the driver to replace
the windscreen wiper blades more
easily, protecting them also from ice
and/or snow.
Activation
To activate this function disable the
windscreen wiper (ring nut A fig. 33 in
position
) before setting the ignition
device to STOP. This function can only
be activated within 2 minutes of setting
the ignition device to STOP.
To activate this function, move the lever
upwards (unstable position) for at least
half a second.
Each time the function is activated
correctly, the blades move to signal the
correct reception of the command. The
command can be repeated up to a
maximum of the three times. The
following commands will be ignored.
If, after using the function, the ignition
device is set back to MAR with the
blades in a position other than rest
position (at the base of the windscreen),
they will only return to rest position
following a command given using the
stalk (stalk upwards, into unstable
position) or when a speed of 5 km/h is
exceeded.
IMPORTANT Before activating the
function, make sure that when theengine is turned on the windscreen
wiper is free of snow or ice
Off
The function is deactivated if:
2 minutes have passed since the
ignition device was set to STOP;
the ignition device is set to MAR and
the blades are in rest position;
the ignition device is set to MAR and
a wiping command is carried out.
REAR WINDOW WIPER/
WASHER
Ring nut B, shown in fig. 33 can be set
to the following positions:
rear window wiper stopped
intermittent operation
continuous operation, without
pausing between two strokes.
The rear window wiper can be activated
in the following ways:
intermittent with a 2-second pause
between two strokes, when ring nut B
is in position
and the
windscreen wiper is not in operation;
synchronous (at half the speed of the
windscreen wiper) when the ring nut B
is in position
and the
windscreen wiper is in operation;
continuous when ring nut B is in
position
or when reverse
gear is engaged.
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Push the stalk towards the dashboard
(rocking position) to activate the rear
window washer jet. Keep pushing the
lever to automatically activate both the
rear window washer jet and the rear
window wiper with a single movement.
Releasing the stalk will activate three
strokes, as described for the
windscreen wiper. If the position is
(rear window wiper stopped), after a
6 second pause, the washing cycle is
completed by a single stroke. The
smart wash cycle will not be performed
if the position is
.
If the driver makes a washing request
for longer than 30 seconds, the
washing cycle will be inhibited, as
described in the "Smart Wash"
paragraph.
WARNING
20)If the window needs to be cleaned,
make sure the device is deactivated or the
ignition button and the key are on STOP.
IMPORTANT
7)Never use the windscreen wipers to
remove layers of snow or ice from the
windscreen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor cut-out
switch, which prevents operation for a few
seconds, may intervene. If operation is not
subsequently restored, even after restarting
the engine, contact a Fiat Dealership.
8)Do not operate the windscreen wiper
with the blades lifted from the windscreen.
9)Do not activate the rain sensor when
washing the car in an automatic car wash.
10)Make sure the device is switched off if
there is ice on the windscreen.
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blue section = cold air
red section = hot air
D - climate control system compressor activation/deactivation button (not available for versions with heater only);
E - air distribution knob:
air flow from central and side vents
air flow from central vents, side vents and front / rear footwell vents
air outlet from the front and rear footwell diffusers and a light air flow also from the side vents on the dashboard
air outlet from the front and rear footwell diffusers, to the windscreen, the side windows and a light air flow also at the side
vents on the dashboard
air outlet to the windscreen, the side windows and a light air flow also at the side vents on the dashboard
4 further intermediate positions are also possible in the 5 main distributions described above.
F - Heated rear window on/off button;
Selecting the windscreen air distribution activates the climate control system compressor (LED on A/C button on) and the air
recirculation is set to "outside air" (LED on button B off). This logic guarantees optimum visibility at the windows. The driver can
always set air recirculation and climate control system compressor.
Additional heater(where provided)
The additional heater ensures more rapid passenger compartment heating.
It activates in cold weather conditions, if the following conditions are verified:
outside temperature low;
engine coolant temperature low;
engine started;
fan speed set at least to 1stspeed;
knob C turned completely clockwise to red section.
The heater is switched off when at least one of the conditions above is no longer verified.
The power of the electric heater is modulated according to the battery voltage.
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C - air temperature adjustment knob and MAX A/C function activation:

L - passenger side temperature adjustment knob;
M - SYNC function activation button (alignment of set temperatures) driver/passenger side;
N - AUTO function activation button (automatic operation).
Air distribution selection
Air flow to the windscreen and front side window diffusers to demist/defrost them.
Air flow at central and side dashboard vents to ventilate the chest and the face during the hot season.
Air flow to the front and rear footwell diffusers. This air distribution setting heats the passenger compartment most quickly,
giving a prompt sensation of warmth.
+Air flow distributed between footwell diffusers (hotter air) and central and side dashboard vents (cooler air). This
distribution setting is useful in spring and autumn on sunny days.
+Air flow distributed between footwell vents and windscreen and front side vents. This distribution setting allows the
passenger compartment to be warmed up efficiently and prevents the windows from misting up.
+Air flow distributed between central and side dashboard vents and windscreen and front side window vents. This
distribution allows air to be sent to the windscreen in conditions of strong sunlight.
++Air flow distribution to all diffusers on the vehicle.
In AUTO mode, the climate control system automatically manages air distribution (the LEDs on buttons H are off). When set
manually, the air distribution is indicated by the LEDs on the selected buttons switching on. In combined function mode the
relevant function is enabled simultaneously with those already set by pressing the corresponding button. If a button whose
function is already active is pressed, its operation is cancelled and the corresponding LED switches off. To restore automatic
control of the air distribution after a manual selection, press the AUTO button.
Start&Stop
The automatic dual zone climate control system manages the Start&Stop system (engine off when vehicle speed is 0 km/h) to
ensure adequate comfort inside the vehicle. When the Start&Stop system is on (engine off and vehicle at a standstill), the
automatic recirculation management is turned off always taking air in from outside, to reduce the probability of the windows
misting up (as the compressor is off).
IMPORTANT
2)The system uses R1234YF coolant, which does not pollute the environment in the event of accidental leakage. Under no circumstances
use R134a and R12 fluids, which are incompatible with the components of the system.
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BONNET
OPENING
Proceed as follows:
pull lever A fig. 42 in the direction
indicated by the arrow;
operate lever B fig. 43, in the
direction indicated by the arrow, and
raise the bonnet;
release bonnet stay C fig. 44 from itslocking device D, then insert its end in
housing E on the bonnet.
IMPORTANT Before raising the bonnet,
make sure that the arms of the wipers
are not raised from the windscreen and
that the wiper is not operational.
23) 24) 25)
CLOSING
26)
Proceed as follows:
hold the bonnet up with one hand
and with the other remove the stay C
fig. 44 from the housing E and fit it back
in the locking device D;
lower the bonnet to approximately
40 centimetres from the engine
compartment and let it drop. Make sure
that the bonnet is completely closed
and not only fastened by the locking
device by trying to open it. If it is notperfectly closed, do not try to press the
bonnet lid down but open it and repeat
the procedure.
IMPORTANT Always check that the
bonnet is closed correctly to prevent it
from opening while the vehicle is
travelling.
WARNING
23)Perform these operations only when
the car is stationary.
24)The bonnet may drop suddenly if the
supporting rod is not positioned correctly.
25)Use both hands to lift the bonnet.
Before lifting, check that the windscreen
wiper arms are not raised from the
windscreen, that the vehicle is stationary
and that the electric parking brake is
engaged.
26)For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed while the car is
travelling. Therefore, make sure that the
bonnet is properly closed and that the lock
is engaged. If you discover that the bonnet
is not perfectly closed during travel, stop
immediately and close the bonnet in the
correct manner.
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CONTROL PANEL AND ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS
VERSIONS WITH SINGLE COLOUR DISPLAY
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A. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Fuel level digital gauge with reserve warning light – C. Display – D. Digital engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light – E. Rev counter
Warning light supplied on diesel versions only.
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.

VERSIONS WITH COLOUR DISPLAY
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A. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Fuel level digital gauge with reserve warning light – C. Display – D. Digital engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light – E. Rev counter
Warning light supplied on diesel versions only.
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.