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EXTERIOR LIGHTS ....................................42
Headlight Switch .................................... 42
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) ............ 42
High Beam Headlights ........................... 42
Automatic Headlights ........................... 43
Flash-To-Pass ......................................... 43
Automatic High Beam Headlights —
If Equipped ............................................. 43 Parking Lights ........................................ 43
Headlight Off Delay ................................ 44
Rear Fog Light ........................................ 44
Adaptive Frontlight System
(AFS Function) — If Equipped ................ 44 Turn Signals ........................................... 44
Lane Change Assist ............................... 44
Static Bending Light Function
(SBL) — If Equipped ............................... 44
INTERIOR LIGHTS .....................................44
Front Map Reading Lights ..................... 45
Interior Ambient Lighting ....................... 45
Rear Overhead Light .............................. 45
Instrument Panel Dimmer Control ....... 46
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS....46
Windshield Wiper Operation ................. 46
Rain Sensing Wipers.............................. 47
Headlight Washers — If Equipped......... 48
CLIMATE CONTROL .................................48
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
System ................................................... 49
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT....55
Glove Compartment .............................. 55
Center Console ...................................... 55
Power Outlet........................................... 55 Cigar Lighter And Ash Tray —
If Equipped .............................................56 Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped ...57
POWER WINDOWS................................... 57
Power Window Controls .........................57
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection ............................................... 58 Power Window System Initialization .....58
Wind Buffeting .......................................58
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ......... 58
Power Sunroof ........................................ 58
Opening And Closing The Sunroof ........59
Venting Sunroof......................................59
Sunshade Operation ..............................59
Pinch Protect Feature ............................59
Re-Initialization Procedure ....................59
Sunroof Maintenance ............................60
HOOD ...................................................... 60
Opening The Hood ................................. 60
Closing The Hood ...................................61
TRUNK ...................................................... 61
Opening...................................................61
Closing ....................................................62
Trunk Initialization..................................62
Trunk Specifications .............................62
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
SYSTEMS ................................................. 63
ACTIVE AERODYNAMIC SPOILER
(QUADRIFOGLIO VEHICLES) .................... 63
Carbon Fiber Active Aero Front
Spoiler .....................................................63
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ............ 64
Instrument Cluster ................................ 64
Tachometer............................................ 65
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge ............ 65
Fuel Level Gauge ................................... 66
Speedometer ......................................... 66
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........... 66
Instrument Cluster Display
Description ............................................. 66 Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
Display .................................................... 66 Reconfigurable Display Items ............... 66
Customer Programmable Settings ....... 69
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ON
THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................... 70
Red Warning Lights ............................... 70
Amber Warning Lights ........................... 72
Green Indicator Lights........................... 74
Blue Indicator Lights ............................. 74
Red Symbols .......................................... 74
Amber Symbols ...................................... 76
Green Symbols ...................................... 79
Blue Symbols ......................................... 79
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ........... 79
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity ......................................... 79
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS .................... 80
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IGNITION SWITCH
KEYLESS PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition switch with the push of a button as long
as the key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The START/STOP ignition button has several
operating modes. These modes are OFF, ACC,
and ON/RUN.START/STOP Ignition Button
The push button ignition can be placed in the
following modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped
Steering is locked
Some electrical devices (e.g. central locking,
alarm, etc.) are still available
ACC
Engine is not started
Some electrical devices are available (e.g.
power windows) ON/RUN

The engine will start (when foot is on the brake
pedal)
All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate
controls, etc.)
If the ignition switch does not change the mode
by pushing the button, the key fob may have a low
or depleted battery. In this situation, a backup
method can be used to operate the ignition
switch. Proceed as follows:
1. Lift the front armrest.
2. Lay the key fob on the indicated spot in the bottom of the center console, positioning the
key fob as shown in the following image,
while pushing the START/STOP ignition
button to start the ignition.
Key Fob Placement Location

NOTE:

For more information on proper engine
starting procedures, see
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page 81.
With the keyless ignition in the ACC position, if
30 minutes pass with the gear selector in
PARK and the engine off, the ignition will
automatically reset to the OFF position.
When opening the driver's door with the
ignition in the ACC position (engine not
running), a chime will sound to remind you to
place the ignition in the OFF position. In
addition to the chime, the message will display
“Ignition Or Accessory On” in the cluster.
WARNING!

When exiting the vehicle, always make sure
the ignition is in the OFF position, remove the
key fob from the vehicle, and lock your vehicle.
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 gear
selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle,
or in a location accessible to children, and do
not leave the keyless push button ignition in
the ON/RUN position. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat buildup
may cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves.
Always remove key fob from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat -
tended.
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HEATED SEATS — IF EQUIPPED
For information on use with the Remote Start
system, see
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page 23.
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped

NOTE:
Quadrifoglio vehicles equipped with Sparco
Racing Seats will not be equipped with the heated
seat feature.A push of the heated seat buttons
located on the instrument panel, near
the climate controls, will select the heat
levels in order of highest to lowest. A
fourth push of the button will turn the heated seat
off.

NOTE:
The heated seat function can also be activated
through the radio system. Refer to the Informa -
tion and Entertainment System Owner’s Manual
Supplement for further information.
You can select three heating levels:
Maximum — three LED indicators illuminated
on the buttons
Average — two LED indicators illuminated on
the buttons
Minimum — one LED indicator illuminated on
the buttons
Heated Seat Buttons

NOTE:

After selecting a heating level, heat will be felt
within a few minutes.
The engine must be running for the heated
seats to operate.
The “minimum” setting is automatically
deactivated once a certain period of time has
elapsed.
Rear Heated Seats — If Equipped
If equipped with rear heated seats, the
controls can be found on the rear of the
center console and will function the
same as the front heated seat controls.
Rear Heated Seat Buttons

NOTE:
To preserve the battery charge, this function
cannot be activated when the engine is off.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
Head restraints are designed to reduce the risk of
injury by restricting head movement in the event
of a rear impact. Head restraints should be
adjusted so that the top of the head restraint is
located above the top of your ear.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion or other
physical condition must exercise care when
using the seat heater. It may cause burns
even at low temperatures, especially if used
for long periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat or
seatback that insulates against heat, such
as a blanket or cushion. This may cause the
seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat that
has been overheated could cause serious
burns due to the increased surface
temperature of the seat.
WARNING!

A loose head restraint thrown forward in a
collision or hard stop could cause serious injury
or death to occupants of the vehicle. Always
securely stow removed head restraints in a
location outside the occupant compartment.

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Rotate Sun Visor Toward Passenger Window

NOTE:
A rear facing child restraint system should never
be fitted in the front passenger seat. Always
comply with the instructions on the sun visor

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page 157.
OUTSIDE POWER MIRRORS
The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s
side door trim panel.
To adjust the power mirrors, first select the
desired mirror using the power mirror control.
To adjust the selected mirror, push the knob in
the direction desired.

NOTE:

Once adjustment is complete, rotate the knob
to the neutral position to prevent accidental
movements.
The power mirrors can be adjusted with the
ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position.Power Mirror ControlPOWER FOLDING OUTSIDE MIRRORS
To fold the door mirrors in using the Power
Folding Mirror function, make sure the power
mirror control knob is in the neutral position, and
move the knob to the power folding position. Move the knob again to return the mirrors to the
driving position.
If the power mirror control knob is moved again
during door mirror folding (from closed to open
position and vice versa), the movement direction
is reversed.
Automatic Power Folding Mirrors
The exterior mirrors will fold in when exiting the
vehicle (the ignition is OFF, all doors are closed,
and the doors are locked). The mirrors return to
the driving position when the vehicle is then
unlocked.
If the door mirrors were folded using the power
mirror control knob, they can only be returned to
the driving position by moving the knob to the
power folding position again.

NOTE:
The power folding operation can be enabled only
when the vehicle speed is lower than 31 mph
(50 km/h).
OUTSIDE AUTOMATIC DIMMING
M
IRRORS — IF EQUIPPED
The outside mirrors will automatically dim for
glare from vehicles behind you. This feature is
controlled by the inside automatic dimming
mirror. The mirrors will automatically adjust for
headlight glare when the inside mirror adjusts.
HEATED MIRRORS
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature will be activated whenever you push the
rear defrost button in the climate controls.
1 — Power Mirror Control Knob
A — Left
B — Right
C — Power Folding Position
D — Neutral
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside
convex mirror will look smaller and farther
away than they really are. Relying too much on
side convex mirrors could cause you to collide
with another vehicle or other object. Use your
inside mirror when judging the size or distance
of a vehicle seen in a side convex mirror.
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Deactivation
To turn off the Rain Sensing Wipers, use the wiper
switch or place the ignition in the OFF position.
In the event of malfunction of the rain sensor
while it is active, the windshield wiper operates
intermittently at a speed consistent with the
sensitivity setting of the rain sensor, whether or
not there is rain on the glass for as long as the
sensor failure is indicated on the display.
The sensor continues to operate and it is possible
to set the windshield wiper to continuous mode
(1 or 2). The failure indication remains on for as
long as the sensor is active.
The rain sensor is able to recognize and automat-
ically adjust itself in the presence of the following
conditions:
Presence of dirt on the controlled surface (salt,
dirt, etc.).
Presence of streaks of water caused by the
worn window wiper blades.
Difference between day and night.
HEADLIGHT WASHERS — IF EQUIPPED
The windshield wiper lever operates the headlight
washers when the ignition is in the ON position
and the headlights are turned on. To use the
headlight washers, pull the lever toward you and
release it. The headlight washers will spray a
timed high-pressure spray of washer fluid onto
each headlight lens. In addition, the windshield
washers will spray the windshield and the
windshield wipers will cycle.

NOTE:
The headlight washers work on every tenth wash
cycle request.
CLIMATE CONTROL
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate
the temperature, air flow, and direction of air
circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls
are located on the touchscreen and on the
instrument panel below the radio.
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AUTOMATIC DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Automatic Climate Control System (Instrument Panel Controls)
1 — Driver Temperature Adjustment Knob 9 — Passenger Temperature Adjustment Knob
2 — Driver Side AUTO Button (Automatic Operation) 10 — SYNC Button (Set Temperature Alignment) Driver/Passenger Side
3 — Driver Side Air Distribution Selection Button 11 — Passenger Heated Seat Button — If Equipped
4 — Max Defrost Button 12 — Air Conditioning Button
5 — Blower Speed Adjustment Knob 13 — Steering Wheel Heater Button — If Equipped
6 — Rear Defrost Button 14 — Driver Side Heated Seat Button — If Equipped
7 — Passenger Side Air Distribution Selection Button 15 — Air Recirculation Button
8 — Passenger Side AUTO Button (Automatic Operation)
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Touchscreen Controls
Aut

omatic Climate Control System (Touchscreen Controls)
1 — Driver Side Temperature Adjustment Bar 8 — Heated Rear Window On/Off Button
2 — Driver Side Air Distribution Buttons 9 — MAX-DEF Activation/Deactivation Button (Rapid Defrosting/Demisting)
3 — Fan Speed Adjustment Button 10 — Air Recirculation On/Off Button
4 — Passenger Side Air Distribution Buttons 11 — Climate Control System Compressor On/Off Button
5 — Passenger Side Temperature Adjustment Bar 12 — Driver Side AUTO Button (Automatic Operation)
6 — SYNC Button 13 — Climate Control System On/Off Button
7 — Passenger Side AUTO Button (Automatic Operation)
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Description
The Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control System
adjusts the temperature and air distribution
independently between the driver and passenger.
The system maintains the set temperature inside
the passenger compartment and compensates
for outside temperature change.

NOTE:
The reference temperature is 72°F (22°C) for
optimal comfort management.
The automatic setting will adjust the following to
maintain comfort within the passenger
compartment:
Air temperature from the driver/front
passenger side vents
Air distribution from the driver/front passenger
side vents
Fan speed (continuous variation of the air flow)
Compressor variations (for cooling/dehumid-
ifying the air)
Air recirculation The Climate Control system can also be operated
manually by using the buttons and knobs on the
faceplate.
Manual selections will override the automatic
settings, which are stored until the AUTO button is
pushed. If the system intervenes for safety
reasons, the automatic setting will take control of
the system.
The following operations will not deactivate the
automatic (AUTO) function:
Air Recirculation activation/deactivation
A/C activation/deactivation
SYNC function activation
Rear Window Defrost activation/deactivation
When in AUTO mode, the vehicle’s internal
temperature is controlled according to the set
temperature.
The following can be manually set or adjusted:
Driver/passenger air temperature
Blower speed (continuous variation)
Air distribution (seven positions for driver and
passenger)
A/C activation
Front Defrost
Air recirculation
Rear Defrost
System deactivation A/C Compressor
Push the A/C button or the icon to activate or
deactivate the A/C compressor (indicator
illuminated when activated). The A/C compressor
will remain off even after the engine has stopped.
When the A/C compressor is turned off, the
system deactivates air recirculation to prevent
the windows from fogging up. If the climate
control system can maintain the temperature,
with the A/C turned off, the AUTO feature will
remain on and the AUTO button indicator light will
not switch off.
To restore automatic control of the A/C
compressor, push the A/C button or the AUTO
button. With the A/C compressor off, the air
speed can be set manually using the Air Speed
Adjustment Knob.
When the A/C compressor is on, and the engine
is running, air speed cannot be lower than the
minimum speed (only one indicator light is lit).

NOTE:
When the A/C is off, the Climate Control system
can not produce air that is colder than the current
outside temperature. Under certain environ
-
mental conditions, windows could fog up rapidly,
since the air is not dehumidified.
CAUTION!
The system uses R1234yf refrigerant, which
does not pollute the environment in the event
of accidental leakage. Under no circum -
stances, use R134a and R12 fluids, which are
incompatible with the components of this sys -
tem.
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Air Recirculation And Air Quality System (AQS)Air Recirculation is managed according
to the following operating mode:
Automatic engagement: indicator is
illuminated above the “A” on the Air Recircu -
lation Button
Forced activation (air circulation always
activated): indicator illuminated above the
icon on the Air Recirculation Button
Forced deactivation (air recirculation always
off with intake of outside air): both indicators
not illuminated on the Air Recirculation Button
The three operating conditions are obtained by
pushing the Air Recirculation Button in
sequence.
Enabling The Air Quality System (AQS) Function —
If Equipped
When the automatic recirculation function is
selected, the AQS function automatically
activates internal air recirculation when the
outside air is polluted (e.g. in heavy traffic and
tunnels).
At low external temperatures or in high humidity,
the automatic function turns off to avoid fogging
up the windows. The user can select the function
again by pushing the Air Recirculation Button.
In automatic operation, air recirculation will be
controlled by the system according to outside
environmental conditions.

NOTE:

With the AQS function active and after the
internal air recirculation system has been
functioning for a set amount of time, the
Climate Control System enables air intake to
cycle the air in the passenger compartment for
a set time. The AQS function is disabled during
the air changes.
The engagement of the recirculation system
makes it possible to reach the required
heating or cooling conditions faster. It is,
however, inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold
days as it can increase the possibility of the
windows fogging. When the outside
temperature is low, recirculation is forced off
to prevent the windows from fogging up.
Front Defrost Air comes from the windshield and side
window demist outlets. Use Defrost
mode with maximum temperature
settings for best windshield and side
window defrosting and defogging.
Rear Defrost
Push the Rear Defrost button to activate
(indicator illuminated) the Rear Defrost.
The Rear Defrost will turn off after 20 minutes or
once the engine is turned off.

NOTE:
To avoid damage, do not apply stickers over the
interior heating filaments of the Rear Defrost. Front Defrost And MAX-DEF Function
Push the MAX-DEF button (indicator
illuminated) to defrost the windshield
and side windows.
While in MAX-DEF function, the air conditioner
will:
Activate the air conditioner compressor when
the weather allows
Turn air recirculation off
Set the maximum air temperature (HI) on both
the driver and passenger side
Activate a blower speed based on the
temperature of the engine coolant
Adjust the air flow towards the windshield and
front side windows
Activate the Rear Window Defrost
Display the fan speed (indicators illuminated)
and current air distribution setting

NOTE:
The MAX-DEF function remains active for approx -
imately three minutes once the engine coolant
reaches the proper temperature.
When the function is on, AUTO mode will
deactivate. The only manual operations possible
are adjusting blower speed and turning off the
Rear Window Defrost.
Pushing the button switches off the MAX-DEF
function.
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Air Temperature Adjustment
Rotate the driver or passenger Temperature
Adjustment Knob clockwise for warmer
temperatures or counterclockwise for cooler
temperatures. The set temperatures are shown
on the radio system.
Push the SYNC button to sync the driver and
passenger air temperatures.
Rotate the passenger Temperature Adjustment
Knob to cancel the SYNC function. This will set a
new passenger side temperature.
Rotate the Temperature Adjustment Knob fully
clockwise to engage the HI (maximum heating)
setting or fully counterclockwise to engage the LO
(maximum cooling) setting. To deactivate these
functions, rotate the Temperature Adjustment
Knob to the desired temperature.
Rear passengers’ temperature is linked to driver
side selection.
AUTO Button
When the AUTO button is pushed (indicator
illuminated), the Climate Control system automat-
ically adjusts the following settings:
Quantity and distribution of air flow in the
passenger compartment
The air conditioner
Air recirculation
Cancels any manual settings
Selecting the AUTO function illuminates the
indicator on the A/C button.
If air distribution or the fan speed is manually
adjusted, the AUTO button indicator turns off to
indicate that the Climate Control system is no
longer in AUTO mode. After a manual adjustment, push the AUTO button
to resume the automatic system.
SYNC Button
Push the SYNC button (indicator illuminated) to
sync the passenger side air temperature with the
driver side air temperature.
This function makes temperature regulation
easier when the driver is traveling alone.
Turn the passenger Temperature Adjustment
Knob or push the passenger side Air Distribution
Selection Button to change the passenger side air
temperature and return to separate air
temperature management.
Blower Speed
Turn the Blower Speed Knob to increase or
decrease the blower speed. The speed is
displayed with lighted indicators in the radio
system display.
Maximum fan speed = all indicators
illuminated on the radio system display
Minimum fan speed = one indicator
illuminated on the radio system display
The fan can be turned off by rotating the Blower
Speed Knob counterclockwise to the off position
(all segments on the radio system display are
turned off).

NOTE:
To restore automatic control of the fan speed,
push the AUTO button.
Air Distribution Selection
Push the Air Distribution Selection button on the
faceplate to change the mode of air distribution.

NOTE:
In AUTO mode, the Climate Controls automatically
manage the air distribution. When set manually,
the respective symbols on the radio system indi -
cate the air distribution setting.
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the
instrument panel to ventilate the chest
and face. Each of these outlets can be
individually adjusted to direct the flow of
air. The air vanes of the center outlets and
outboard outlets can be moved up and down or
side to side to regulate airflow direction. There is
a shut-off wheel located below the air vanes to
shut off or adjust the amount of airflow from
these outlets.
Bi-Level Mode

Air comes from the instrument panel
outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount
of air is directed through the defrost and
side window demister outlets.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed under comfort condi -
tions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets
and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the
defrost and side window demister
outlets. This setting heats the
passenger compartment the quickest.
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