2018 FIAT 500E snow chains

WARNING!(Continued)
the performance of the ESC system. Changes to the
steering system, suspension, braking system, tire
type and size or wheel size may adversely affect ESC
performance. Improperly inflated and unevenly
worn tires may also degrade ESC performance. Any
vehicle modification or poor vehicle maintenance
that reduces the effectiveness of the ESC system can
increase the risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and death.
ESC Operating Modes
The ESC system has two available operating modes.
Full On
This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the
vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in On mode. This
mode should be used for most driving situations. ESC
should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as
noted below.
Partial Off
This mode is entered by momentarily pushing the ESC Off
switch. This mode is intended to be used if the vehicle is in deep snow, sand or gravel conditions and more wheel spin
than ESC would normally allow is required to gain trac-
tion.
To turn ESC on again, momentarily pushing the switch
again. This will restore the normal ESC On mode of
operation.
NOTE:
To improve the vehicle’s traction when driving
with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow, sand or
gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode
by pushing the switch. Once the situation requiring ESC to
be switched to the Partial Off mode is overcome, turn ESC
back on by momentarily pushing the switch. This may be
done while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING!
When in “Partial Off” mode, the TCS functionality of
ESC, (except for the limited slip feature described in
the TCS section), has been disabled and the “ESC Off
Indicator Light” will be illuminated. When in “Partial
Off” mode, the motor power reduction feature of TCS
is disabled, and the enhanced vehicle stability offered
by the ESC system is reduced.
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SAFETY 103

A system fault can occur due to any of the following:
1. Signal interference due to electronic devices or drivingnext to facilities emitting the same radio frequencies as
the TPM sensors.
2. Installing aftermarket window tinting that contains ma- terials that may block radio wave signals.
3. Accumulation of snow or ice around the wheels or wheel housings.
4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors.
NOTE:
• The TPMS will not monitor the pressure in a replace-
ment tire installed without a tire pressure sensor.
• If you install a replacement tire in place of a road tire
that has a pressure below the low-pressure warning
limit, upon the next ignition switch cycle, the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light will remain
on and a chime will sound. In addition, the highlighted
graphic in the instrument cluster will still display a low
pressure text message and a pressure value in a different
color. •
After driving the vehicle for up to 20 minutes above
15 mph (24 km/h), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Warning Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and
then remain on solid. In addition, the instrument cluster
will display a “Service Tire Pressure Monitoring System”
message.
• For each subsequent ignition switch cycle, a chime will
sound, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning
Light will flash on and off for 75 seconds and then
remain on solid, and the instrument cluster will display
a “Service TPM System” message.
Once you repair or replace the original road tire and
reinstall it, the TPMS will update automatically. In addi-
tion, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light
will turn off, as long as no tire pressure is below the
low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road
tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20
minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to
receive this information.
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NOTE:If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels with wheel
cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the brakes to remove
the water droplets from the brake components. This activ-
ity will remove the red rust on the brake rotors and prevent
vehicle vibration when braking.
Dark Vapor Chrome, Black Satin Chrome, or Low Gloss
Clear Coat Wheels
CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty
wheels, DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives, or
polishing compounds. They will permanently damage
this finish and such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND WASH ONLY US-
ING MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A SOFT
CLOTH. Used on a regular basis; this is all that is
required to maintain this finish.
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body clear-
ance. Follow these recommendations to guard against
damage:
• Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
• Install on Front Tires.
• Due to limited clearance, a 185/55R15 tire with a Peer-
less Super Z6 low profile traction device or equivalent is
recommended.
WARNING!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S, Snow)
between front and rear axles can cause unpredictable
handling. You could lose control and have a collision.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 247

Extender...............................117
Front Seat .......................111,113,115
Inspection ............................. .149
Lap/Shoulder Belts .......................113
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting ...............117
Operating Instructions .....................115
Pregnant Women .........................118
Pretensioners ............................118
Rear Seat ..............................113
Reminder ..............................111
Seat Belt Extender ........................117
Seat Belt Pretensioner ......................118
Untwisting Procedure .....................117
Seats ....................................46
Adjustment .............................46
Heated .................................49
Rear Folding .............................46
Tilting .................................46
Security Alarm .............................41
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............259
Sentry Key Key Programming .........................41
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ......................40
Service Assistance ..........................284
Service Contract .......................... .286Service Manuals
.......................... .288
Settings Personal ...............................263
Shoulder Belts .............................113
Side View Mirror Adjustment ...................54
Signals, Turn ..................... .56, 58, 97, 151
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ....................247
Snow Tires ...............................243
Spare Tires ........................ .243, 244, 245
Speed Control Cancel ............................... .166
Resume ...............................166
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .................163
Starting .................................155
Button .................................38
Steering Power ............................... .162
Tilt Column .............................53
Wheel, Heated ...........................53
Wheel, Tilt ..............................53
Steering Wheel Audio Controls .................274
Steering Wheel

Mounted Sound System Controls . . . .274
Storage ...................................78
Storage, Vehicle .............................70
Stuck, Freeing ............................ .210
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Sun Roof.................................73
Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag ..........122
Telescoping Steering Column ...................53
Temperature Control, Automatic (ATC) ............69
Tilt Steering Column .........................53
Time Delay Headlight ...............................56
Tire And Loading Information Placard ............232
Tire Markings ............................ .229
Tires......................... .151, 236, 243, 249
Aging (Life Of Tires) ..................... .240
Air Pressure ............................236
Chains ............................... .247
Changing ............................. .228
Compact Spare ..........................244
General Information ...................236, 243
High Speed ............................ .238
Inflation Pressure ........................237
Jacking ............................... .228
Life Of Tires ............................240
Load Capacity .......................232, 233
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ............94
Quality Grading ........................ .249
Radial ............................... .238
Replacement ............................241 Rotation
...............................248
Safety ............................ .229, 236
Snow Tires ............................ .243
Spare Tires ..........................243, 245
Spinning ...............................239
Tread Wear Indicators .....................239
Wheel Nut Torque ........................257
Tire Safety Information .......................229
Tire Service Kit ...........190, 191, 193, 194, 196, 197,
198, 199, 200, 201, 204, 205
To Open Hood .............................76
Towing ................................. .172
Disabled Vehicle .........................211
Recreational ............................173
T owing

Behind A Motorhome ..................173
Traction ............................. .173, 174
Traction Control .......................... .101
Trailer Towing ............................ .172
Transmission Automatic ............................ .157
Fluid .................................259
Transporting Pets ..........................148
Tread Wear Indicators .......................239
Turn Signals ..........................56, 58, 97
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