2018 FIAT 500 mirror

USE OF THE OWNER HANDBOOK
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Each time direction instructions (left/right or forwards/backwards) about the car are given, these must be intended as regarding an occupant
in the driver’s seat. Special cases not complying with this rule will be specified as appropriate in the text.
The figures in the Owner Handbook are provided by way of example only: this might imply that some details of the image do not correspond
to the actual arrangement of your vehicle. In addition, the Handbook has been conceived considering vehicles with steering wheel on the left
side; it is therefore possible that on vehicles with steering wheel on the right side, the position or construction of some controls is not exactly
mirror-like with respect to the figure.
To identify the chapter with the information needed you can consult the index at the end of this Owner Handbook.
Chapters can be rapidly identified with dedicated graphic tabs, at the side of each odd page. A few pages further there is a key for getting to
know the chapter order and the relevant symbols in the tabs. There is in any case a textual indication of the current chapter at the side of
each even page.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
While reading this Owner Handbook you will find a series of IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONSto prevent procedures that could damage your
vehicle.
There are also WARNINGSthat must be carefully followed to prevent incorrect use of the components of the vehicle, which could cause
accidents or injuries.
Therefore all IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONSand WARNINGSmust always be carefully followed.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONSand WARNINGSare recalled in the text with the following symbols:
personal safety;
vehicle safety;
environmental protection.
NOTE These symbols, when necessary, are indicated besides the title or at the end of the line and are followed by a number.
This number identifies the relevant warning to which it refers, at the end of the Owner Handbook.

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STEERING WHEEL
2) 3)
The steering wheel angle adjustment
lever A-fig. 18 is located on the steering
column under the direction indicator
lever.
❒ Bring the lever downwards to unlock
the steering column.
❒ Adjust the steering column to the
most suitable position.
❒ Bring the lever upwards to lock it in
this position.
REAR-VIEW
MIRRORS 6)
INTERIOR MIRROR
The mirror is fitted with a safety device
that causes its release in the event of a
violent impact with the passenger.
Lever A fig. 19 can be used to move
the mirror to two different positions:
normal or antiglare.
REAR HEAD
RESTRAINTS (removal)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Proceed as follows to remove the head
restraints:
❒ Raise lever A or B fig. 17 (both for
one-piece seat), unlock the
backrest and tilt it toward the
passenger compartment;
❒ raise the head restraints to their
maximum height;
❒ press buttons A and B fig.16 at the
side of the two supports, then
remove the head restraints by
pulling them upwards.
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INTERIOR
ELECTROCHROMIC
REAR-VIEW MIRROR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Some versions have an electrochromic
mirror with automatic antiglare
function.
There is an ON/OFF button on the
lower part of the mirror for
activating/deactivating the
electrochromic function. When the
function is active, a LED on the mirror
is active. When reverse is engaged, the
mirror is automatically set for daytime
use.Folding the mirrors
When required (for example when the
mirror causes difficulty in narrow
spaces) it is possible to fold the mirror
by moving it from position 1 fig. 21
(open), to position 2 (closed).
DOOR MIRRORS
With manual adjustment
The door mirror can be adjusted from
outside by exerting a slight pressure
on the four sides of the glass.
With electrical adjustment
Proceed as follows:
❒ select the mirror using
selector B Fig. 20 ;
❒ adjust the mirror using the joystick A
in the four directions.
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With the windscreen wiper on and
reverse gear engaged, rear window
wiping will be continuous in the same
way.
“Smart washing” function
❒ Push the lever towards the
dashboard and hold it in position to
activate the rear window washer jet.
RAIN SENSOR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
4)
The sensor will be activated when the
ignition device is turned to MAR, and
will be deactivated in the STOP
position.
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This is a device located behind the
interior rear view mirror fig. 30, in
contact with the windscreen. It can
measure the amount of rain and,
consequently, control the automatic
windscreen wiping mode depending
on the amount of water on the
windscreen.
IMPORTANT Keep the window clean in
the sensor area.
AUTOMATIC WIPING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Activation
The user can choose automatic wiping
by moving the right steering wheel
stalk fig. 28 to the AUTO (B) position.
The activation of the automatic wiping
will be notified to the driver by a single
stroke.
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Sensitivity Adjustment
The rain sensor sensitivity can be
adjusted through the display menu or
on the UconnectTM 5" or 7” system.
Inhibition
If the starter switch is moved to the
STOP position, leaving the right
steering wheel stalk in the AUTO (B)
position, when the vehicle is next
started (starter switch in the MAR
position), no wiping cycle to prevent
damage to the system if the
windscreen is being washed manually
or if there is ice on it.
To re-enable the automatic wiping
mode:
❒ Put the right steering wheel stalk in
a position other than AUTO and
then back to the AUTO position;
❒ exceed the speed of 5 km/h when
the sensor detects rain.
Deactivation
The user can disable automatic wiping
by moving the right steering wheel
stalk to a position other than AUTO.

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NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
❒ apply pressure to the point shown
by the arrow fig. 126 and remove
the lens;
❒ change the bulb, releasing it from
the side contacts;
❒ fit the new bulb and make sure that
it is correctly clamped between the
contacts;
❒ then refit the lens.
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REPLACING FUSES
35) 19)
DASHBOARD FUSES
To access the fuses you must remove
the press-fitted cover A-fig. 127.
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The fuse box fig. 128 is located in the
lower area next to the pedal unit.
The 5A fuse for door mirror demisting
is located in the diagnostic socket area
fig. 129.
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FuseAmpereDescription
F13 5 •
Left dipped headlight and headlight alignment control unit power supply
F36 15 Diagnosis socket, radio, climate control, EOBD
F37 5 Brake light switch, instrument panel node
F38 15 Central door locking
F43 15 Windscreen/rear window washer pump
F47 20 Driver’s side power window
F48 20 Passenger’s side power window
F49 5 Parking sensor, control backlighting, electric mirrors
F51 7.5 Climate control, brake lights, clutch, sunroof, electric mirrors
F53 5 Instrument panel node
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For versions/markets, where provided
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
JUNCTION BOX
The fuse box is located on the right
side of the engine compartment.
To access the fuses, proceed as
follows:
❒ Fully press the screw A fig. 130;
❒ at the same time slowly rotate the
screw anticlockwise, until resistance
is encountered (do not overtighten);
❒ slowly release the screw;
❒ opening is indicated by the entire
screw head coming out of its
housing;
❒ remove cover B, sliding it upwards
on the side guides, as indicated in
the figure.
❒ after replacing the fuse, refit the
cover, making sure that it is closed
properly.
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The instructions for good preservation
follow below:
❒ avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations.
Then, wash the vehicle, only by
hand, using pH-neutral detergents;
dry it with a wet chamois leather.
Abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the
vehicle.
❒ Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the
acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
❒ Avoid (if at all possible) parking the
vehicle under trees; remove
vegetable resins immediately as,
when dried, it may only be possible
to remove them with abrasive
products and/or polishes, which is
highly inadvisable as they could alter
the typical opacity of the paint.
❒ Do not use pure windscreen washer
fluid for cleaning the front
windscreen and rear screen; dilute it
by at least 50% in water.
Some versions are fitted with exclusive
decorations on the door mirror covers;
do not use pressurised or high-
temperature jets of water when washing
them.Versions with stickers or wrapping
4)
To correctly clean and wash the car,
proceed as follows:
❒ Avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations.
Then, wash the vehicle, only by
hand, using pH-neutral detergents;
dry it with a wet chamois leather.
Abrasive products and/or polishes
should not be used for cleaning the
vehicle.
❒ If high pressure jets or cleaners are
used to wash the vehicle, hold at
least 40 cm away from the
bodywork to avoid damage or
alteration. It should be remembered
that the build up of water can
damage the car over a period of
time;
❒ Wash the bodywork using a low
pressure jet of water;
❒ Use a sponge to wipe a slightly
soapy solution over the bodywork,
frequently rinsing the sponge;
❒ Rinse with plenty of water and dry
with a jet of air or a chamois leather.
Dry the less visible parts with special
care, such as the door frames,
bonnet and the headlight frames,
where water may stagnate more
easily. The car should not be taken
to a closed area immediately, but
left outside so that residual water
can evaporate.
Do not wash the car after it has been
parked in the sun.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned
in the same way as the rest of the
vehicle.
Where possible, do not park under
trees; the resinous substances that
many species release give the paint a
dull appearance and increase the
possibility of triggering rusting
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
3) ADJUSTMENTS
Any and all adjustments to seats, head restraints, steering wheel or
rear view mirrors must be performed exclusively with the
vehicle stationary and the engine off.
4) SEATS
•If a side bag is fitted, it is dangerous to use
seat covers not available from Lineaccessori MOPAR
®.
•Once you have released the adjustment lever, always check that
the seat is locked on the guides by trying to move it back and
forth. If the seat is not locked into place, it may unexpectedly slide
and cause the driver to lose control of the car.
5) HEAD RESTRAINTS
• All adjustments must be carried out only with the car stationary
and engine off. The head restraints should be adjusted to support
the back of your head and not your neck. Only in this position do
they exert their protective action.
• To make the best use of the protective action of the head
restraints, adjust the backrest so that you are sitting upright and
keep your head as close as possible to the head restraint.
6) REAR VIEW MIRRORS
As door mirrors are curved, they may slightly alter the perception
of distance. When driving, these mirrors must always be in the
open position.
We recommend you carefully read the following environmental information.
In an emergency we recommend that you call the toll-free phone number found in the Warranty Booklet.
Go to the www.fiat500.com website to locate the Fiat Dealership closest to you.
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1) THE KEYS
Press button B fig. 9 only with the key away from your body,
especially your eyes and from objects which could get damaged
(e.g. your clothes).
Do not leave the key unattended to avoid the button being
accidentally pressed while it is being handled, e.g. by a child.
2) STARTING DEVICE
• Never remove the key while the car is moving.
The steering wheel will automatically lock as soon as it is turned.
This holds true for cars being towed as well.
• It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any after-market operation
involving steering system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that could adversely affect
performance and safety, invalidate the warranty and also result in
non-compliance of the vehicle with type-approval requirements.
•If the ignition device has been tampered with
(e.g. an attempted theft), have it checked over by a Fiat
Dealership before driving again.
•Always remove the key when you leave your car to prevent
someone from accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the handbrake.
If the car is parked on a slope uphill, engage the first gear; if the
car is facing downhill, engage the reverse gear. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.