2018 FIAT 500 roof

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ROOF 10) 5)
FIXED GLASS ROOF
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The large glazed roof includes a
transparent panel provided with
manually operated blinds. The blinds
can be used in the “all closed” or “all
open” positions (there are no
fixed intermediate positions).
❒ To open the blind: grip the handle
and press the catch A-fig. 31, then
release the blind and bring it to the
“all open” position.
To close it, repeat the same
operation in the opposite direction.
SUNROOF
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To move the blinds, follow the
instructions in “fixed glass roof”
Opening the sunroof
❒ Keep the button A-fig. 32 pressed:
the sunroof will move to “spoiler”
position.
To fully open the sunroof press
button A again and hold it down: the
sunroof will stop in the position
reached when the button is
released.
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Closing the sunroof
❒ Keep the button B-fig. 32 pressed:
the sunroof will move to “spoiler”
position.
The sunroof will stop in the position
reached when the button is
released. Press button B again and
hold it down until the sunroof is
completely closed.
Anti-pinch device
❒
The sunroof has an anti-pinch safety
system capable of detecting the
presence of an obstacle whilst the
sunroof is closing. When this
happens, the system stops and the
movement of the sunroof is
immediately reversed.
Initialisation procedure
The sunroof must be re-initialised after
disconnecting the battery or if the
relevant protection fuse is blown.
Proceed as follows:
❒ keep the button A fig. 32 pressed
so that the sunroof closes
completely in stages
❒ after full closing, wait for the sunroof
motor to stop.
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Emergency manoeuvre
If the control buttons fail to operate, the
sunroof can be moved manually,
proceeding as described below:
❒ remove the protective cap A-fig. 33
located on the internal covering,
behind the blinds;
❒ take the Allen key (provided as
standard) from the toolbox in the
boot;
❒ fit the Allen key in position B and
turn it:
– clockwise, to open the roof;
– anticlockwise, to close the roof.
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SOFT TOP 10), 11) 6)
❒ The soft top can be opened/closed
through buttons A or B-fig. 34,
located near the ceiling light.
it is advisable to close the soft top
when the car is parked.
The closed top effectively protects the
car from rain and from theft.
IMPORTANT: the motor may overheat
if the soft top is repeatedly operated
within a short space of time, thus
causing the overheating protection to
inhibit system operation. Wait for a
minute and repeat.
Opening from initial position: all
closed soft top
❒ Pressing the one-touch button
A-fig. 34 once the soft top opens
automatically to the horizontal
opening position (spoiler position -
see fig. 35).
❒ If one of the two buttons is pressed
before reaching the stop position,
the top may stop in an intermediate
horizontal opening position.
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Emergency manoeuvre
If the switches fail, the soft top can be
moved manually proceeding as
described below:
❒ take the key provided and located in
the boot together with the tool box
or the Fix&Go kit;
❒ fit the wrench in the special housing
A-fig. 37 inside the luggage
compartment, under the parcel
shelf;
❒ turn in clockwise direction to open
the soft top and counter-clockwise
to close it.
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Initialisation procedure
The soft top must be re-initialised after
disconnecting the battery or if the
relevant protection fuse is blown.
Proceed as follows:
❒ before carrying out any other
operation, make sure the engine is
on during the whole initialisation
procedure;
❒ keep the opening button A-fig. 34
pressed until the soft top is
completely open;
❒ when the soft top is completely
open, keep the button pressed for
at least 2 seconds;
❒ keep the closing button B-fig. 34
pressed until the soft top is
completely closed;
❒ when the soft top is completely
closed, keep the button B-fig. 34
pressed for at least 2 seconds.When the procedure is terminated, the
soft top will automatically carry out a
complete opening and closing cycle
(up to 25 cm from the completely
closed position) to inform the driver
that correct operation has been
restored.
Important notes
❒ The horizontal and vertical parts of
the soft top can be operated at any
speed lower than 100 and 80 km/h
respectively.
❒ The top can be operated at any
temperature in the range from
-18 to +80°C.
❒ It is recommended to have the
engine running always when
opening or closing the soft top.
❒ If required, remove the battery with
open or closed soft top, but NOT
when the soft top is moving.
❒ Do not fix a roof rack to the top and
do not travel with objects resting on
the open top.

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BOOT 13)
ELECTRIC HANDLE
(SOFT TOUCH)
❒ Operate the electric handle A-fig. 41
to open the tailgate.
❒ To release the lock manually, use
the metal insert of the ignition key.
❒ To release the lock with the remote
control, press button R.
❒ To close, use the handle located
inside the tailgate.
❒ If the tailgate is not shut properly the
dedicated instrument panel or
colour display warning light (where
provided) will switch on.
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Opening the tailgate with soft top
all open
❒ Pressing the tailgate opening
one-touch button A-fig. 41 to
automatically close the soft top to
spoiler position. The tailgate can be
opened in spoiler position.
Hatchback emergency opening
To open the tailgate from the
passenger compartment if the car
battery is run down or the electric
tailgate lock is faulty, proceed as
follows:
❒ remove the rear head restraints;
❒ fold the seat backrests over;
❒ press lever A-fig. 42 inside the
luggage compartment.
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ROOF RACK/SKI
RACK 14) 7)
FASTENERS
The fasteners are located in the areas
shown in fig. 43.
To use the front fasteners, remove the
cap A fig. 43, accessible with the door
open.
The rear fixing areas B can be found
according to measurements shown in
fig. 44.
Lineaccessori Mopar
®at provides a
specific roof rack/ski rack for the
tailgate.
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SAFETY
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Side bag
(for versions/markets, where
applicable)
These comprise two instantly inflating
bags located in the front seat
backrests, fig. 83, which protect the
pelvis, chest and shoulder area of the
occupants in the event of a side impact
of medium/high severity.
Window bag
(for versions/markets, where
applicable)
This consists of two "curtain" bags
housed behind the roof side trim fig. 84
and covered with trims. Thanks to a
wide bag deployment area, they
protect the heads of the front and,
depending on the market, where
provided, rear occupants in the event
of a side impact.
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Important notes
In the event of a side impact, the system
provides best protection if the passenger
sits on the seat in a correct position, thus
allowing correct window bag
deployment.
The front airbags and/or side bags may
be deployed if the car is subject to heavy
knocks or accidents involving the
underbody area, such as for example
violent shocks against steps, pavements
or low obstacles, the car falling in big
holes or dips in the road.
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A small amount of dust will be released
when the airbags are deployed. The dust
is not harmful and does not indicate the
beginning of a fire. Furthermore, the
surface of the deployed bag and the
interior of the car may be covered in a
dusty residue: this may irritate skin and
eyes. Wash with mild soap and water in
the event of exposure.
Should an accident occur in which any of
the safety devices are activated, take the
vehicle to a Fiat Dealership to have the
activated devices replaced and to have
the whole system checked.
Every control, repair and replacement
operation concerning the airbags must
be carried out only by a Fiat Dealership.
If the car is scrapped, have the system
deactivated at a Fiat Dealership.
Pretensioners, front airbags and side
bags are deployed according to different
logics on the basis of the type of collision.
Failure to activate one or more of the
devices does not indicate a system
malfunction.

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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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LPG versions
The LPG system components are
protected by specific fuses.
Contact a Fiat Dealership for
replacement.
The number identifying the electrical
component corresponding to each
fuse is shown on the cover fig. 131.
FuseAmpereDescription
F02 20 Hi-Fi
F08 30 Climate control system fan
F09 30 Headlight washers
F10 10 Horns
F14 15 Main beam headlights
F15 20 Electric sunroof motor
F16 7.5 Dualogic gearbox control unit power supply
(+ignition)
F20 30 Heated rear window
F30 15 Fog lights
F84 10 Dualogic gearbox control unit
F85 20 Front power socket
(with or without cigar lighter)
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❒ lower the cover.
WINDSCREEN WASHER
NOZZLES
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly
check that there is fluid in the reservoir
(see “Checking levels” in this chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged; use a needle to unblock
them if necessary.
The windscreen jets are directed by
adjusting the angle.
The jets should be directed at about a
third of the height from the top edge of
the windscreen fig. 146.
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IMPORTANT In versions with sunroof,
make sure that the sunroof is closed
before operating the front jets.
REAR WINDOW WASHER
NOZZLE
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located above the
rear window fig. 147.
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BODYWORK
ADVICE FOR
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an
aesthetic purpose, but also protects the
underlying sheet metal. Normal care for
paintwork consists of washing the car;
how often depends on the conditions
and environment where the car is used.
For example, in highly polluted areas, or
if the roads are spread with salt, it is
advisable to wash the car more
frequently.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings should be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
Versions with matt paintwork
These versions have exclusive matt
paintwork which requires special care
for its preservation.