Instrument FIAT 500C 2017 2.G Owner's Manual
Page 97 of 350
Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System
SIGNALMEANING INDICATION
Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present within the
sensors’ field of view Audible signal
(dashboard loudspeaker)
• Sound pulses emitted at a rate that in-
creases as the distance decreases.
• Emits continuous tone at 12 in (30 cm).
• Adjustable volume level. (Refer to “In-
strument Cluster Display” in “Understand-
ing Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation).
Visual signal (Instrument Cluster Display)
• Arcs are shown based on the obstacle’s
distance and location relative to the ve-
hicle. (Refer to “Rear Park Assist Display”
for further information).
Failure Sensor or System failures Visual Signal(instrument panel)
• Icon appears on display.
• Message appears on the Instrument
Cluster Display (where provided).
While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is
not muted.
The audible signal is turned off immediately if the
distance increases. The tone cycle remains constant if
the distance measured by the inner sensors is constant. If this condition occurs for the external sensors, the
signal is turned off after 3 seconds (stopping warnings
during maneuvers parallel to walls).
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 95
Page 98 of 350
Failure Indications
A malfunction of the Rear Park Assist sensors or system
is indicated, during REVERSE gear engagement, by the
instrument panel warning icon and message appearing
on the Instrument Cluster Display.The warning icon is illuminated and a mes-
sage appearing on the Instrument Cluster
Display. Refer to Instrument Cluster Display
in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel”
for further information.
The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when
the ignition is in the ON/RUN position. Failures are
indicated immediately if they occur when the system is
ON.
Even if the system is able to identify that a specific
sensor is in failure condition, the Instrument Cluster
Display shall indicate that the Rear Park Assist system
is unavailable, without reference to the sensor in failure
condition. If even a single sensor fails, the entire system
must be disabled. The system is turned off automati-
cally.
Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System
Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water, car wash
soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths.
In washing stations, clean sensors quickly keeping the
vapor jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 in
(10 cm) from the sensors. Do not scratch or poke the
sensors. Otherwise, you could damage the sensors.
Park Assist System Usage Precautions
NOTE:
• Ensure that the outer surface and the underside of
the rear bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud,
dirt or other obstruction to keep the Rear Park Assist
system operating properly.
• Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations
could affect the performance of Rear Park Assist.
• Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors regularly, taking
care not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must
not be covered with ice, snow, slush, mud, dirt or
debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not
working properly. The Rear Park Assist system might
not detect an obstacle behind the fascia/bumper, or it
could provide a false indication that an obstacle is
behind the fascia/bumper.
96 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Page 99 of 350
•Objects such as bicycle carriers, etc., must not be
placed within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear fascia/
bumper while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so
can result in the system misinterpreting a close object
as a sensor problem, causing a failure indication to be
displayed in the Instrument Cluster Display.
WARNING!
• Drivers must be careful when backing up even
when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind
you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, ani-
mals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots
before backing up. You are responsible for safety
and must continue to pay attention to your sur-
roundings. Failure to do so can result in serious
injury or death.
• Before using the Rear Park Assist System, it is
strongly recommended that the ball mount and
hitch ball assembly is disconnected from the
vehicle when the vehicle is not used for towing.
Failure to do so can result in injury or damage to
vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball will
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia
when the warning display turns on the single
flashing arc and sounds the continuous tone.
Also, the sensors could detect the ball mount and
hitch ball assembly, depending on its size and
shape, giving a false indication that an obstacle is
behind the vehicle.
CAUTION!
•Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is
unable to recognize every obstacle, including
small obstacles. Parking curbs might be tempo-
rarily detected or not detected at all. Obstacles
located above or below the sensors will not be
detected when they are in close proximity.
• The vehicle must be driven slowly when using
Rear Park Assist in order to be able to stop in time
when an obstacle is detected. It is recommended
that the driver looks over his/her shoulder when
using Rear Park Assist.
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 97
Page 106 of 350
STORAGE
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the right side of
the instrument panel. Pull outward on the glove com-
partment latch to open the glove compartment. Push
the glove compartment door upward to close it.
CARGO AREA FEATURES
The rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow
increased cargo capacity.
Push down the release button, located at the outboard
top of the seatback and move the seatback to its
folded-down position to provide a flat load floor cargo
area. When returning the seatback to its upright posi-
tion, push rearward until the seatback is properly
latched.
Glove Compartment Latch
Rear Seat Release Buttons
104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
Page 107 of 350
REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located in
the center of the instrument panel, below the
radio. Push this button to turn on the rear window
defroster. An indicator in the Instrument Cluster Dis-
play will illuminate when the rear window defroster is
on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off
after approximately 20 minutes. To manually shut the
defroster off, push the button a second time. NOTE:
To prevent excessive battery drain, use the rear
window defroster only when the engine is operating.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage
to the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft
cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping paral-
lel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled
off after soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra-
sive window cleaners on the interior surface of
the window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Folded Rear Seats
3
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105
Page 109 of 350
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES .........109
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS ...............110
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS ......117
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights .............118
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights ...........126
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights ...........135
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Lights ............137
▫ White Telltale Indicator Lights ...........137
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ........138
▫ Instrument Cluster Display And Controls . . .138
▫ Display Menu Set-Up ..................139
▫ Oil Change Message Reset ..............141
▫ Trip Computer ..................... .141
▫ Trip Button ........................ .141▫
Tire Pressure ....................... .142
▫ Trip Functions ..................... .142
▫ Values Displayed .....................143
▫ Submenu Personal Settings .............144
CYBERSECURITY ..................... .149
UCONNECT RADIOS ..................150
IPOD/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ....................... .151
UCONNECT SETTINGS .................151
▫ Buttons On The Faceplate ...............152
▫ Buttons On The Touchscreen .............152
▫ Customer Programmable Features —
Uconnect 5.0/5.0 NAV Settings ..........152
UCONNECT 5.0/5.0 NAV VOICE
RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS .............1614
Page 110 of 350
▫Introducing Uconnect ..................161
▫ Get Started ........................ .161
▫ Basic Voice Commands ................162
▫ Radio ............................ .163
▫ Media ............................ .163
▫ Voice Text Reply .....................164
▫ Radio Operation And Mobile Phones .......165
▫ Harmful Interference Statement ...........165
▫ Additional Information ................165
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS .....165
▫ Radio Operation .....................166
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE
PHONES .......................... .167
CLIMATE CONTROLS ..................167
▫ Manual Climate Control Overview ........167
▫ Automatic Temperature Control Overview . . .171
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ....................... .177
▫ Operating Tips ..................... .177
108 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Page 111 of 350
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Side Vent7 — Passenger Air Bag13 — Power Windows Control Storage
Compartment
2 — Multifunction Lever – Light Control 8 — Glove Compartment 14 — Gear Selector
3 — Instrument Cluster And Warning
Lights 9 — Rear Defrost Button
15 — Sport Button
4 — Windshield Wiper, Washer, Trip Com-
puter 10 — Hazard Button
16 — Horn/Driver Airbag
5 — Central Air Vents 11 — Climate Controls
6 — Storage Compartment/Radio 12 — Storage Compartment
4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 109
Page 112 of 350
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS
Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following
Instrument Clusters.
Lounge Instrument Cluster Base
110 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Page 113 of 350
Lounge Instrument Cluster Sport Mode
4
UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 111