2020 FIAT 500 Owner handbook (in English)

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM.
2)
10).
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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A - fan knob and climate control system
compressor button.
B - recirculation control / air intake from
outside knob.
C - air distribution knob:
air flow to central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate the
chest and the face in warm
weather;
distribution between feet area
diffusers (warmest air) and
dashboard diffusers (coolest air);
towards the footwell diffusers. Due
to the natural tendency of heat to
spread upwards, this type of
distribution warms the passenger
compartment up as quickly as
possible, providing an immediate
feeling of warmth;
distribution between footwell
diffusers and windscreen/front
side window vents. This type of
distribution achieves effective
heating of the passenger
compartment and prevents the
windows from misting up;
air flow to the windscreen and
front side window diffusers to
demist or defrost them.
D - heated rear windscreen button.
E - temperature adjustment knob.Press the knob A fig. 26 to turn the
climate control system on and off.
NOTE Optimal cooling/heating of the
passenger compartment may not
be guaranteed together with
Start&Stop. To prioritise the operation
of the climate control system,
deactivate the Start&Stop function.
NOTE To stop the air flow from the
vents, turn the knob to 0.
IMPORTANT It is advisable to switch
the air recirculation on whilst queueing
or in tunnels to prevent the introduction
of polluted air. However, it is better
not to use the function for long periods,
particularly if there are many people
on board, to prevent the windows from
misting.
AIR RECIRCULATION
(knob B fig. 26)
internal air recirculation
air intake from outside
Use air recirculation for maximum
climate control performance.
To demist the windows, set the
recirculation control to on
.
IMPORTANT In warm-humid weather
conditions, using cold air on the
windscreen may cause external
condensation, which could limit
visibility.
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AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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A - Climate control system
compressor on/off.
B - Adjustment of temperature
inside the passenger compartment.
: increase required temperature to
the HI value (maximum heating).
: increase required temperature to
the LO value (maximum cooling).
C - fan speed adjustment.
When the
orbuttons are pressed,
the fan speed, increases or decreases
as shown by the bars on the display
lighting.
D - Button for switching fast front
window demisting/defrosting on
and off.
IMPORTANT The function remains
active for approximately 3 minutes after
the coolant temperature exceeds 50°C.
IMPORTANT In warm-humid weather
conditions, using cold air on the
windscreen may cause external
condensation, which could limit
visibility.
E - Passenger compartment air
distribution.
By pressing the buttons, one of the five
possible air flow distribution patterns
can be selected:
air flow to the windscreen and front
side window diffusers to demist
or defrost them.
air flow to central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate the
chest and the face during the hot
season.
air flow to the front seat feet area
diffusers. Due to the natural
tendency of heat to spread
upwards, this type of distribution
warms the passenger
compartment up as quickly as
possible, providing an immediate
feeling of warmth.
+distribution between feet area
diffusers (warmest air) and
dashboard diffusers (coolest
air).
+distribution between footwell
diffusers and windscreen/
front side window vents. This
type of distribution achieves
effective heating of the
passenger compartment and
prevents the windows from
misting up.
F - Heated rear windscreen on/off
button.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on
the inside of the rear window over
the heating filaments to avoid damage.G - Switching off
H - Internal air recirculation on/off
button
It is advisable to switch the internal air
recirculation on whilst queuing or in
tunnels to prevent the introduction of
polluted air.
LED on button ON = recirculation ON.
LED on button OFF = recirculation OFF.
IMPORTANT It is inadvisable to use
air recirculation when the outside
temperature is low, since the windows
could mist rapidly.
I - Automatic climate control
system on/offWARNING
2)The system uses R1234yf coolant,
which is compatible with the laws in force
in the countries where the vehicle is sold.
When charging, only use the gas indicated
on the dedicated plate in the engine
compartment . The use of other coolants
affects the efficiency and condition of
the system. The lubricant used for the
compressor is also strictly linked to the
type of cooling gas, please refer to a Fiat
Dealership.
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WARNING
10)Never use R12 or R134a coolant,
which is not compatible with climate
control system components.
ELECTRIC WINDOWS
20) 21)
These operate when the ignition key is
turned to MAR and for about two
minutes after turning the key to STOP
or removing it.
The power window control buttons are
located beside the gear lever and
activate fig. 28:
A Opening/closing of the left window.
B Opening/closing of the right
window.
Hold the button pressed for a few
seconds to wind the window down
automatically or hold it pressed to wind
the window up automatically (with the
key at MAR only).
WARNING
20)Improper use of the electric windows
can be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that nobody is
exposed to the risk of being injured either
directly by the moving window or through
objects getting caught or hit by it.
21)When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the ignition key to avoid the risk of
injury for people still on board due to
accidental operation of the electric
windows.
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ROOF
FIXED GLASS SUNROOF
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The roof comprises a wide fixed glass
panel and a manually-operated sun
blind. The blind can be used in the "all
closed" or "all open" positions.
To open the blind, grab the handle,
press the tooth A fig. 29 and move it to
the completely open position.
To close it, grab the handle and move
the blind to the closing position until
tooth A is attached.
SUNROOF
(for versions/markets, where provided)
22)
11) 12) 13)
To move the sunshade, follow the
instructions in “fixed glass roof”.Opening
Hold button A located near the front
ceiling light pressed fig. 30, to move the
roof to “spoiler” position.
With the roof open in “spoiler” position,
hold button A pressed again to move
the roof to all open position. The roof
will stop in the position reached when
the button is released.
Closing
Press button B fig. 30 from the all open
position: the front glass panel will move
into the “spoiler” position. The roof
will stop in the position reached when
the button is released. Hold button
B pressed again to reach the all closed
position of the roof.ANTI-PINCH DEVICE
The sunroof has an anti-pinch safety
system capable of detecting the
presence of an obstacle whilst the roof
is closing. When this happens, the
system stops and the movement of the
roof 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:
press button B fig. 30 and hold it
down so that the roof closes
completely in stages
after full closing, wait for the sunroof
motor to stop.
EMERGENCY OPERATION
If the electrical device for moving the
roof fails, the sun roof can be moved
manually proceeding as described
below:
for manual activation remove the
protective cap A fig. 31 from its housing
which is located on the internal
covering behind the sun blind
take the Allen key provided from the
tool box in the boot
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insert the key provided into housing
B fig. 31 and turn it clockwise to open
the roof or anticlockwise to close the
roof.
WARNING
22)When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the key from the ignition switch to
avoid the risk of injury to those still inside
the car due to accidental operation of
the sun roof. Improper use of the roof can
be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that no-one is
exposed to the risk of being injured by the
moving sunroof or by objects getting
caught or hit by it.
WARNING
11)Use the sun roof only at "spoiler"
position if a transverse roof rack is fitted.
12)Do not open the sun roof if there is
snow or ice on it: you may damage it.
13)Be careful not to hit objects on the
storage shelf when you open the tailgate.
SOFT TOP
Suggestions
it is advisable to close the soft top
when the car is parked. The closed soft
top effectively protects the car from
bad weather and from theft;
it is advisable to put valuables in the
boot and lock the lid even when the
top is closed.
SOFT TOP MOVEMENT
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14) 15) 16)
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 roof fully closed
position
Press the button A fig. 32 once to open
the roof automatically to the horizontal
opening position (spoiler position).
If one of the two buttons is pressed
before reaching the spoiler position, the
roof may stop in an intermediate
horizontal opening position.
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Opening from top in intermediate
horizontal position
From the horizontal intermediate
position press the button A fig. 32 to
move the roof automatically to the
horizontal all open position (spoiler
position) fig. 33.Opening roof from spoiler to all
open position
From the spoiler position, pressing the
button A fig. 32 once, the roof goes
automatically to the full opening
position (vertical opening) fig. 34.
If one of the two buttons is pressed
before the final position is reached, the
soft top will stop and move back to
the initial position (spoiler position).
IMPORTANT The vertical opening will
be inhibited when the tailgate is open.
IMPORTANT If the soft top locks during
its movement, it may lose the position;
in this case, you should carry out a
complete opening / closing cycle.Closing the roof from top fully open
position
Press the button B fig. 32 once to
automatically close the roof to spoiler
position (vertical section closing). If one
of the two buttons is pressed before
the spoiler position is reached, the roof
will stop and movement will be
reversed, moving to the initial position
(all open).
Initial condition: from spoiler
position to top all closed
Press the button B fig. 32 in the spoiler
position to bring the roof automatically
to the safety position (approximately
25 cm from fully closed position). If one
of the two buttons is pressed before
the stop position is reached, the soft
top may stop in an intermediate
horizontal open position.
NOTE The roof will not automatically
close completely; keep button B fig. 32
pressed to close the roof completely.
The roof will stop instantly if the button
is released before the all closed position
is reached.
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