2018 FIAT 500C windshield wipers

▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped .....35
▫ Power Mirrors .........................36
▫ Folding Mirrors .........................36
▫ Spotter Mirror — If Equipped ...............37
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped .............37
 EXTERIOR LIGHTS .......................37
▫ Multifunction Lever ......................37
▫ Headlights ............................38
▫ Daytime Running Lights ..................38
▫ High Beams ...........................38
▫ Flash-To-Pass ..........................38
▫ Parking Lights .........................39
▫ Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay ...........39
▫ Fog Lights — If Equipped .................39
▫ Turn Signals ...........................40
▫ Lane Change Assist ......................40  INTERIOR LIGHTS .......................40
▫ Interior Light Timing (Center Position) ........41
▫ Interior Light Timing (On/Right Position) ......41
▫ Cargo Area Lights .......................41
 WIPERS AND WASHERS ...................42
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation ...........42
▫ Rear Windshield Wiper ...................43
 CLIMATE CONTROLS .....................44
▫ Manual Climate Control Overview ...........44
▫ Automatic Temperature Control Overview .....48
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ...........................53
▫ Operating Tips .........................54
 WINDOWS .............................56
▫ Power Window Controls ..................56
▫ Auto-Down ............................57
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................5714 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right
side of the steering column.
NOTE: The windshield wipers/washers will only operate
with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Front Windshield Wiper Operation
There are four different modes of operation for the front
windshield wipers. The windshield wiper lever can be
raised or lowered to access these modes: Low Speed
Push the lever downward to the second detent. The wipers
will operate at low speed.
High Speed
Push the lever downward to the third detent. The wipers
will operate at high speed.
Windshield Wiper Off
This is the normal position of the wiper lever.
Intermittent Wiper Operation
Push the lever downward to the first detent. The wipers
will operate intermittently.
NOTE: The Intermittent function only has one detent, but
wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed. As
vehicle speed increases, the delay time will decrease.
Front Windshield Washer Operation
Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to activate the washers. The wipers will activate
automatically for three cycles after the lever is released.Windshield Wiper Operation42 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION!• Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to the wind-
shield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in
any position other than off.
• In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and
allow the wipers to return to the park position before
turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left
on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage
to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is
restarted.
• Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents
the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
off position. If the windshield wiper control is
turned off and the blades cannot return to the off
position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.
Manual High Speed/Mist
Push the lever upward from the off position. The wipers
will operate at high speed to clear off road mist or spray
from a passing vehicle. This operation will continue until
the lever is released. When the lever is released, the wipers
will return to the off position and automatically shut off. Rear Windshield Wiper
Rotate the end of the windshield wiper/washer lever
upward to the first detent past the intermittent settings for
intermittent wipe operation. With the front windshield
wiper active, rotate the end of the windshield wiper/
washer lever upward. The rear wiper will operate in the
same mode as the front windshield wipers, but at half the
frequency. When the transmission is shifted into REVERSE,
the rear wiper will automatically operate at low speed and
return to normal operation when the transmission is
shifted out of REVERSE.
NOTE: The windshield wipers/washers will only operate
with the ignition in the ON/RUN position. Rear Wiper Operation 3GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 43

Rear Windshield Washer Operation
Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the instru-
ment panel to activate the rear washer. Push and hold the
lever for more than a half second and the wipers will activate
automatically for three cycles after the lever is released. CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, air flow, and direction of air circulating through-
out the vehicle. The controls are located on the touchscreen
(if equipped) and on the instrument panel below the radio.
Manual Climate Control Overview
Manual Climate Control44 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulations
of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may
cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer
fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a
dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending
on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor-
mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks,
water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are
present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary. The wiper blades and wiper arms should be inspected
periodically, not just when wiper performance problems
are experienced. This inspection should include the follow-
ing points:
• Wear or uneven edges
• Foreign material
• Hardening or cracking
• Deformation or fatigue
If a wiper blade or wiper arm is damaged, replace the
affected wiper arm or blade with a new unit. Do not
attempt to repair a wiper arm or blade that is damaged.
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Warranty Information ...................... .319
Washer
Adding Fluid .......................... .236
Washers, Windshield ..................... .42, 43
Washing Vehicle .......................... .278
Water
Driving Through ........................ .191
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care .................. .273
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim .................. .273
Wind Buffeting ......................... .57, 58
Window Fogging ...........................55
Windows .................................56
Windshield Defroster ....................... .155
Windshield Washers ...................... .42, 43
Windshield Wiper Blades .................... .245
Windshield Wipers ..........................42
Wipers Blade Replacement .................. .245
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