2019 FIAT 500L parking sensors

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Let’s get to the core of the vehicle:
seeing how you can exploit all of its
potential to the full.
We’ll look at how to drive it safely in any
situation, so that it can be a welcome
companion, with our comfort and
our wallets in mind.STARTING THE ENGINE .................103
WHEN PARKED ..............................104
HANDBRAKE ..................................104
USING THE MANUAL
TRANSMISSION .............................105
USING THE DUALOGIC
GEARBOX.......................................106
START&STOP SYSTEM ..................108
CRUISE CONTROL (CONSTANT
SPEED REGULATOR) .....................109
SPEED LIMITER ..............................110
MODE SELECTOR ..........................111
PARKING SENSORS.......................114
REAR BACKUP CAMERA
(PARKVIEW® REAR BACKUP
CAMERA) ........................................116
TOWING TRAILERS ........................117
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE ...........118
ADBLUE® (UREA) ADDITIVE FOR
DIESEL EMISSIONS ........................121
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IMPORTANT The function is available at
speeds from 7 km/h to 25 km/h.
IMPORTANT It is important to engage a
gear suitable for the set speed, to
prevent the engine from stalling. While
the “Gravity Control” system is
operating it is always possible to take
control of the car again by pressing the
brake and accelerator pedals. If the
function is not available when an
attempt to activate it made, it could
mean that the brakes are overheated.
In this case, wait a few minutes before
using the function again.
IMPORTANT The function will be
deactivated in case of brake
overheating by gradually releasing the
braking pressure leaving the driver
in control of the car. Deactivation of the
function is indicated by the flashing of
the symbol
on the display (in
combination with a dedicated message)
and acoustic warning. To reactivate
the function, wait for the braking
system to cool down and then operate
on the ring nut located on the central
tunnel again.IMPORTANT The “Gravity Control”
function is deactivated when exceeding
25 km/h and at speeds lower than 50
km/h it remains enabled to be
reactivated when the speed drops
under 25 km/h. In this case, the
indication on the display is switched off
and the LED on the ring stays on. If
the speed exceeds 50 km/h, the
“Gravity Control” function is completely
deactivated and all automatic actions
on the brakes by the function are
disabled. To reactivate it, turn the ring
nut again when the speed is again
below 25 km/h. It is advisable to use
the function in low gears (first, second
and third).
IMPORTANT On flat city streets, it is
advisable to deactivate the “Gravity
Control” function because at speeds
slower than 25 km/h the function could
be reactivated in particular conditions
(setting off, shifting gear or on speed
bumps without using the accelerator
pedal).
PARKING SENSORS
107)47)
SENSORS
The sensors are located in the rear
bumper fig. 99 or fig. 100 (500L
WAGON version) and their function is to
detect the presence of any obstacles
near the rear of the car and inform
the driver through an intermittent
acoustic signal and visual indication on
the instrument panel display.
INDICATIONS ON THE
DISPLAY
The parking system indications appear
on the instrument panel display (see
figure).
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The system indicates the presence of
an obstacle by displaying a single arc in
one of the possible areas, in
accordance with the distance of the
object and the position in relation to the
car. If the obstacle is detected in the
rear central area, a single arc will be
displayed as the obstacle approaches,
first constant, then flashing, in addition
to an acoustic signal.
ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
The sensors are automatically activated
when reverse gear is engaged. As the
obstacle behind the car gets closer
to the car, the acoustic signal becomes
more frequent.
OPERATION WITH A
TRAILER
The operation of the sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer electric cable plug is inserted in
the tow hook socket of the car. The
sensors are automatically reactivated
when the trailer's cable plug is
removed.
IMPORTANT NOTES
When parking, take the utmost care
over obstacles that may be above
or under the sensor.Under certain circumstances, objects
close to the car are not detected by the
system and could therefore cause
damage to the car or be damaged
themselves.
Some conditions may influence the
performance of the parking sensors:
the presence of ice, snow, mud
or think paint on the sensor surface
may cause reduced sensitivity of the
sensor itself and therefore reduce
the system performance;
mechanical interference (e.g.
washing the car, rain, strong wind, hail)
may cause the sensor to detect a
non-existent obstacle ("echo
interference");
the presence of ultrasonic systems
(e.g. pneumatic brake systems of
trucks or pneumatic drills) near the car
could alter the signals sent by the
sensor;
the variation in sensor position,
caused by variation in ride (due
to suspension component wear),
changing tyres, overloaded car, or
tuning that lowers the car, for example,
may affect parking sensor system
performance.
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WARNING
107)Parking and other dangerous
manoeuvres are, however, always the
driver’s responsibility. While carrying out
these manoeuvres, always make sure that
no people (especially children) or animals
are in the area concerned. The parking
sensors are an aid for the driver, but the
driver must never allow their attention
to lapse during potentially dangerous
manoeuvres, even those executed at low
speeds.
WARNING
47)For correct operation of the system,
sensors must always be clean from mud,
dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not to scratch
or damage the sensors while cleaning
them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. The sensors should be washed
using clean water with the addition of car
shampoo if necessary. When using special
washing equipment such as high pressure
jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors
very quickly keeping the jet more than
10 cm away. Also, do not apply stickers to
the sensors.
REAR BACKUP
CAMERA
(PARKVIEW® REAR
BACKUP CAMERA)
108)48)
The camera is located on the tailgate
fig. 102.
CAMERA ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
Use the "Settings" menu of the
Uconnect™system. When the camera
is activated, whenever reverse is
engaged the image of the area behind
the car appears on theUnconnect™
system display.SYMBOLS AND
MESSAGES ON THE
DISPLAY
When displayed, the static line grid
illustrates the width of the vehicle.
The grid shows separate areas,
permitting the distance from the rear of
the car to be detected.
The various coloured areasfig. 103
indicate the distance from the rear part
of the car.
Red area (A): 0–30 cm
Yellow area (B): 30–100 cm
Green area (C):1mormore
The "red area A" contains a horizontal
line D, which indicates the obstacle the
car is approaching. Therefore, take
special care when reversing.
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IMPORTANT When parking, take the
utmost care over obstacles that may be
above or under the operating range of
the camera.
WARNING
108)Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,
always the driver’s responsibility. While
carrying out these manoeuvres, always
make sure that no people (especially
children) or animals are in the area
concerned. The camera is an aid for the
driver, but the driver must never allow
his/her attention to lapse during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even those
executed at low speeds. Always keep a
slow speed, so as to promptly brake in the
case of obstacles.
WARNING
48)It is vital, for correct operation, that the
camera is always kept clean and free
from any mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be careful
not to scratch or damage the camera
while cleaning it. Avoid using dry, rough or
hard cloths. The camera must be washed
using clean water, with the addition of
car shampoo if necessary. In washing
stations which use steam or high-pressure
jets, clean the camera quickly, keeping
the nozzle more than 10 cm away from the
sensors. Also, do not apply stickers to
the camera.
TOWING TRAILERS
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INSTALLING A TOW
HOOK
The towing device should be fastened
to the body by specialised technicians
according to any additional and/or
integrative information supplied by the
Manufacturer of the device.
The towing device must meet current
regulations with reference to Directive
94/20/EC and subsequent
amendments.
For any version the towing device used
must be right for the towable weight
of the car on which it is to be installed.
For the electrical connection a standard
connector should be used which is
generally placed on a special bracket
normally fastened to the towing device,
and a special ECU for external trailer
light control must be installed on the
vehicle.
For the electrical connection,a7or13
pin 12 V DC connection is to be used
(CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN Standards).
Follow the reference instructions
provided by the car Manufacturer
and/or the tow device Manufacturer.IMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car
must be fitted with an approved tow
hook and an adequate electrical
system. Installation must be carried out
by specialised technicians.
Install any specific and/or additional
door mirrors as specified by the
Highway Code.
Remember that, when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, braking
distances increase and overtaking
takes longer depending on the overall
weight of the trailer.
Engage a low gear when driving
downhill, rather than constantly using
the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the car
tow hook reduces the car's loading
capacity by the same amount. To make
sure that the maximum towable weight
is not exceeded (given in the vehicle
registration document) account should
be taken of the fully laden trailer,
including accessories and luggage.
Do not exceed the speed limits specific
to each country you are driving in, in
the case of vehicles towing trailers.
In any case, the top speed must not
exceed 100 km/h.
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-Size child restraint systems........89
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Ignition device.......................14
Important information and
recommendations...............233
Interior lights........................27
ISOFIX child restraint system
(installation).......................87
iTPMS..............................75
Jack..............................123
Jump starting......................144
Key with remote control.............12
Keys................................12
Lane Change.......................26
Lifting the car
Luggage compartment..............37
Luggage compartment fusebox.....141
Main beam headlights
(activation)........................26
Main beam headlights
(bulb replacement)...............133
Manual climate control system.......22
Manual transmission...............105
Mechanical key......................12
Mode Selector (device).............111
Mopar Connect....................231
Nozzles (windscreen / rear
window washer).................166
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)....................137
Occupant protection systems.......78
Official type approvals..............232
Parking sensors...................114
Passenger front airbag...............96
Performance (top speed)...........183
Periodic checks
(scheduled servicing).............149
Pre-tensioners......................80
Prescriptions for handling the car
at the end of its life..............199
Rain sensor........................29
Rear Backup camera...............116
Rear seats..........................16
Rear view mirrors....................19
Rear window wiper / washer.........29
Rear window wiper blade
(replacement)....................166
Refuelling..........................193
Refuelling the vehicle...............118
Rims and tyres provided............175
Safe Lock (device)..................13
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder)............80
Scheduled Servicing...............149
Seat belts...........................78
Seats...............................15
Service schedule...................150
Setup menu.........................44
Side bag...........................99
Side bags...........................99Side direction indicators
(bulb replacement)...............134
Side lights / dipped beam
headlights (activation).............25
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL) (bulb replacement).........134
Snow chains.......................175
Speed Limiter......................110
Start&Stop (system)................108
Starting the engine.................103
Steering lock........................14
Steering wheel......................19
Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS) - Airbag....................95
Third brake light
(light replacement)...............137
Third-row rear seats.................16
Tips, controls and general
information......................201
Towing the vehicle..................146
Towing trailers.....................117
Traction + system..................112
Trip Computer.......................45
Tyre inflation pressure..............178
Uconnect™ 5" LIVE...............203
Uconnect™ 7" HD LIVE /
Uconnect™ 7" HD Nav LIVE.....215
Use of the Owner Handbook..........4
Warning lights and messages.......46
Weights...........................186
INDEX
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Identification data
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