2019 FIAT 500E emergency towing

WARNING!(Continued)
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number
of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or
fatally injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the trans-
mission range buttons.
• Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle
(or in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
The vehicle may be started in this gear. Apply the parking
brake and place the transmission into PARK if you must
exit the vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices
that limit your response to changing traffic or road
conditions. You might lose control of the vehicle and
have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause
severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A
Disabled Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emergency” for
further information.
DRIVE (D)
Use this gear for all city and highway driving.
Auto Park
The Auto Park feature automatically places the transmis-
sion into PARK if there is any indication that the driver
may exit the vehicle while the transmission is in D
(DRIVE), N (NEUTRAL) or R (REVERSE).
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............182
 BULB REPLACEMENT ....................182
▫ Replacement Bulbs .....................182
▫ Replacing Exterior Bulbs ..................184
▫ Replacing Interior Bulbs ..................186
 FUSES ............................... .186
▫ Interior Fuses ......................... .187
▫ Power Distribution Center #1 ..............190
▫ Power Distribution Center #2 ..............193
 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ..........194
▫ Tire Service Kit Storage ...................194
▫ Tire Service Kit Components And Operation . . .195
▫ Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions ..........196▫
Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit .........197
 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE (12 VOLT BATTERY
ONLY)............................... .202
▫ Preparations For Jump Start ...............202
▫ Jump Starting Procedure ..................203
 MANUAL PARK RELEASE .................205
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ..............206
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............207
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
(EARS) .............................. .208
 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............208
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a disabled
vehicle using a commercial towing service.
Towing ConditionWheels OFF The Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift or Dolly Tow RearNOT ALLOWED
Front OK
Flatbed ALLOK
This vehicle must be towed with the front wheels OFF the
ground.
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must be in the ON/RUN
mode.
If the ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is
discharged, see “Manual Park Release” within this section
for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK in
order to move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
• Do not use sling type equipment when towing.
Vehicle damage may occur.
• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not
attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-
age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.
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WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions. You
could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe injury or
death. Driving too fast for conditions also creates the
possibility of loss of vehicle control.
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the origi-
nal equipment tires. Use snow tires only
in sets of four; failure to do so may
adversely affect the safety and handling
of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than what
was originally equipped with your vehicle and should not
be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph (120 km/h).
For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original
equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended
safe operating speeds, loading and cold tire inflation
pressures. While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and
traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded tires. Some states prohibit stud-
ded tires; therefore, local laws should be checked before
using these tire types.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit instead
of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “In Case
Of Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not take
your vehicle through an automatic car wash with a
compact or limited use temporary spare installed.
Damage to the vehicle may result.
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in “Starting
And Operating” for restrictions when towing with a spare
tire designated for temporary emergency use.
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And
Wheel — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel
equivalent in look and function to the original equipment
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE 241

Daytime Running Lights....................58, 59
Defroster, Windshield ....................... .152
Diagnostic System, Onboard ...................100
Dimmer Switch Headlight ...............................58
Door Ajar .................................93
Door Ajar Light ............................93
Doors ....................................45
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................47
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ................................ .177
Electrical Power Outlets .......................82
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................57
Electric Vehicle Features .......................18
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) ..........24
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............104
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................182
Jacking ............................... .226
Towing ............................... .207
Engine Compartment .......................... .214
Starting .............................. .157Enhanced Accident Response Feature
.........133, 208
Exterior Lighting ............................58
Exterior Lights ......................... .58, 154
Filters Air Conditioning ..........................73
Flashers Turn Signals ...................... .58, 99, 154
Flash-To-Pass ..............................58
Fluid Leaks .............................. .154
Fluid Level Checks Brake ................................ .225
Fluids And Lubricants ...................... .257
Fluids And Lubricants And Genuine Parts .........257
Fog Lights ............................. .58, 60
Fold-Flat Seats .............................47
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .206
Fuses .................................. .186
Gear Ranges ............................. .161
General Information .....................112,274
General Maintenance ....................... .216
Glass Cleaning ........................... .252
GVWR ................................. .173
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