brake light FIAT 500E 2015 2.G User Guide

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STARTING YOUR 500e
•Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors,
and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•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 rea-
sons.A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured.Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift buttons.
•Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil-
dren).A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
NOTE:
Make sure the EVSE is not plugged into the vehicle.
•Turn the key to the START position while your vehicle is in PARK.When the ignition
key is turned to the START and then the RUN position, the “READY” indicator in the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) will illuminate to indicate the 500e's Elec-
tric Drive System has started.
•When the “READY” indicator is illuminated, your 500e is ready to be driven.
•If the “READY” indicator fails to illumi-
nate after you have followed the normal
starting procedure, contact your autho-
rized dealer.
NOTE:
You must push the brake pedal before
shifting out of PARK.
Ready Light
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
•If your FIAT 500e requires jump start assistance, tire service, lockout service or
towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty, dial toll-free
1-888-242-6342.See your Warranty booklet for further details.
•Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.
•Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
•Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
•You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival.
If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know.With your consent, we
will contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Electric Vehicle System Warning Light
This indicator will illuminate when there is a malfunction in the Electric Vehicle System.
If the EVS malfunction light comes on while driving or charging see your authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
- Regenerative Brake System Warning Light
If the light turns on and remains on while driving, it suggests that there is a potential
problem with the Regenerative Brake System (RBS) and the need for system service.
See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
- 12 Volt Charging System Light
•This light shows the status of the 12 Volt electrical charging system.If the charging sys-
tem light remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the
charging system.
•We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on.Have
the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
If the light is not on during starting, stays on or turns on while driving, we recommend
you contact the nearest authorized dealer and have the vehicle serviced immediately.
- Air Bag Warning Light
If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
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- Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is first turned to the ON/RUN position, this light will turn on
for four to eight seconds as a bulb check.During the bulb check, if the driver's seat belt
is unbuckled, a chime will sound.After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver or
front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt Indicator Light will flash or
remain on continuously.Refer to “Seat Belt Systems” in “Things To Know Before Starting”
in your Owner’s Manual on the DVD for further information.
- Power Steering System Warning
This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Electric Power Steering
System).When the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position, the warning light will illu-
minate momentarily.If the warning light stays on, cycle the ignition to the OFF position
and back to ON/RUN.If the warning light stays on, contact your authorized dealer.
If the warning light switches on while driving, you may not have steering assistance.
Although it will still be possible to steer the car, the effort needed to operate the steer-
ing wheel could be increased: contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
- Service Propulsion System Warning Light
The Service Propulsion System Warning Light will illuminate if there is a malfunction de-
tected with the Propulsion System.If the light comes on or remains on while driving, see
your authorized dealer.
- Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake
application.If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied,
that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake sys-
tem reservoir.
If the light remains on when the parking brake has been disengaged, and the fluid level is
at the full mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake hydraulic
system malfunction or that a problem with the Brake Booster has been detected by the
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system.In this case, the
light will remain on until the condition has been corrected.If the problem is related to
the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when applying the brake, and a brake pedal
pulsation may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking capacity in the event of a failure to a
portion of the hydraulic system.A leak in either half of the dual brake system is indicated
by the Brake Warning Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master
cylinder has dropped below a specified level.The light will remain on until the cause is
corrected.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) are also equipped with Electronic
Brake Force Distribution (EBD).In the event of an EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will
turn on along with the ABS Light.Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
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Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by turning the ignition switch from
the OFF position to the ON/RUN position.The light should illuminate for approximately
two seconds.The light should then turn off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake
fault is detected.If the light does not illuminate, have the light inspected by an authorized
dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in
the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is applied.It does not show the degree of
brake application.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous.Part of the brake system
may have failed.It will take longer to stop the vehicle.You could have a collision.Have
the vehicle checked immediately.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
•Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.(If your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
•As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Moni-
toring System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more
of your tires is significantly under-inflated.Accordingly, when the low tire pressure tell-
tale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure.Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the
tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency
and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
•IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST
THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE
VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE
DRIVER'S DOOR.
NOTE:
After inflation, the vehicle may need to be driven for 20 minutes before the flashing light
will turn off.
•Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONENOT ALLOWED
Wheel LiftRearNOT ALLOWED
Front OK
FlatbedALLOK
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
•In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network
and power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event, the ORC will deter-
mine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the following
functions:
•Disable the high voltage battery.
•Place the transmission into PARK.
•Flash hazard lights as long as the 12 Volt battery has power or until the ignition key is
turned off.
•Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the 12 Volt battery has power
or until the ignition key is removed.
•Unlock the doors automatically.
•In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road the transmission must be in
NEUTRAL and the 12 Volt system must be functional.To place the transmission into
NEUTRAL you must turn the ignition OFF and then back to the RUN position (cycle
the ignition) then push the NEUTRAL button.
NOTE:
The high voltage battery will remain disabled after an Enhanced Accident Response Event
and must be reset by your authorized dealership.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
•If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved using a
rocking motion.Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels.Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE while gently
pressing the accelerator.Use the least amount of accelerator pedal pressure that will
maintain the rocking motion, without spinning the wheels.
NOTE:
Push the “ESC Off ” switch, to place the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in “Par-
tial Off ” mode, before rocking the vehicle.Refer to “Electronic Brake Control” in “Start-
ing And Operating” on the DVD for further information.Once the vehicle has been
freed, push the “ESC Off ” switch again to restore “ESC On” mode.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
For information on the maintenance procedures for your vehicle, please refer to “Mainte-
nance Procedures” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” in your Owner’s Manual or applicable
supplement on the DVD for further details.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Once A Month Or Before A Trip:
Check windshield washer fluid level
Check the tire inflation pressures and look for unusual wear or damage
Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoirs and brake master cylinder
Check function of all interior and exterior lights
Required Maintenance Intervals.
Refer to the maintenance schedules on the following page for the required maintenance
intervals.
At Every Service Interval:
Rotate the tires.Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear.The front and rear wheels
are different sizes and cannot be used in place of each other, refer to “Tire Rotation
Recommendations” for further information.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses.
Inspect battery cooling system protection and hoses.
Check and adjust hand brake.
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Power Distribution Center #1
The Power Distribution Center #1 is located on the right side of the underhood com-
partment.To access the fuses, remove locking screw and slide cover off.
The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on
the back of the cover.
Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F01 60 Amp Blue – Body Control Module (BCM)
F02 20 Amp Yellow – HiFi Amplifier
F03 20 Amp Yellow – Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange – Brake System Module Pump
F05 70 Amp Tan – Electric Power Steering (EPS)
F06 60 Amp Blue – Radiator Fan
F07 40 Amp Orange – Regen Brake Module
F08 40 Amp Orange – HVAC
F09 – 5 Amp TanAir Electric HeaterCharge Indicator
F10 – 10 Amp Red Horn
F11 – 10 Amp RedElectronic Vehicle Control Unit(EVCU)
F14 – 5 Amp Tan High Beam (Shutter)
F15 – 15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter
F16 – 10 Amp RedHumidity SensorVPAMAC Compressor
F18 – 5 Amp TanElectronic Vehicle Control Unit(EVCU)
F19 – 10 Amp Red HVAC
F20 – 15 Amp Blue Heated Seats – If Equipped
F23 – 25 Amp Clear Anti-Lock Brake Valves
F24 – 7.5 Amp BrownEPSYAW Sensor
F30 – 15 Amp Blue Fog Lamps
F81 30 Amp Green – Electronic Shifter (ESM)
F82 30 Amp Green – Sunroof
F84 – 25 Amp Clear Regen Brake Module
F85 30 Amp Green – Rear Window Heater
F87 – 5 Amp Tan Electronic Shifter (ESM)
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)....79Adding Washer Fluid.............79Air BagAdvanced Front Air Bag.........22Advance Front Air Bag.........21Air Bags.................21Air Bag Warning Light..........21Driver Knee Air Bag...........23Front Air Bag..............21Passenger Knee Air Bag.........23Rollover.................21Side Impacts...............21Air bag Light.................59Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air CleanerFilter)...................79Air Conditioner Maintenance........79Air Conditioning Refrigerant........79Air Conditioning System...........79AlarmDisarm The System...........20Vehicle Security Alarm.........20Alarm (Security Alarm).........20, 63Antifreeze (Engine Coolant).........79Disposal.................79Anti-Lock Warning Light...........59Appearance Care..............79Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)...41Auxiliary Electrical Outlet(Power Outlet)..............57
Battery..................70, 79Body Mechanism Lubrication........79Brake Fluid..................78Brakes....................79Brake System................79Master Cylinder.............79Warning Light..............60Bulb Replacement..............89Bulbs, Light..................89
Capacities, Fluid...............78Caps, FillerOil (Engine)...............79Car Washes.................79Charging...................16Child Restraint................24
Child RestraintsInstalling Child Restraints Using TheVehicle Seat Belt.............26Lower Anchors And Tethers ForChildren.................26Using The Top Tether Anchorage....26CleaningWheels.................79Windshield Wiper Blades........79Climate ControlAutomatic................41Cluster Warning/Indicator LightsAnti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light......59Brake Warning Light...........60Electronic Speed Control SETIndicator.................63Front Fog Light Indicator........63High Beam Indicator..........63Park/Headlight ON Indicator......63Turn Signal Indicator..........63Vehicle Security Light..........63Clutch....................79Clutch Fluid.................79Compact Spare Tire.............87Cooling System...............79Adding Coolant (Antifreeze)......79Coolant Capacity............78Coolant Level..............79Disposal of Used Coolant.......79Drain, Flush, and Refill..........79Inspection................79Points to Remember..........79Pressure Cap..............79Selection of Coolant(Antifreeze).............78, 79Corrosion Protection............79Cruise Control (Speed Control)......38Customer Assistance............90
Defects, Reporting..............91Disarming, Security System.........20DisposalAntifreeze (Engine Coolant)......79Door Locks.................19
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary(Power Outlet)..............57
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Electronics
Your Vehicle's Sound System......44
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control).............38
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC)............54, 55
Emergency, In Case of
Towing.................73
Engine....................76
Air Cleaner...............79
Checking Oil Level............79
Cooling..................79
Oil...................79
Oil Filler Cap..............79
Oil Selection..............79
Enhanced Accident Response Feature....73
Event Data Recorder............74
Exhaust System...............79
Extending Driving Range..........35
Exterior Lights................89
FAQ.....................93
Filters
Air Cleaner...............79
Engine Oil................79
Engine Oil Disposal...........79
Flashers
Turn Signal...............63
Flash-To-Pass.................36
Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts....78Fog Lights..................63Freeing A Stuck Vehicle...........73Front Heated Seats.............33Fuse.....................83Fuses.....................83
General Maintenance............79Glass Cleaning................79
Hands-Free Communication —BLUE&ME™...............48HeadlightsCleaning.................79Heated Mirrors...............42Heated Seats................33High Beam Indicator.............63High Voltage Battery.............16
Hood Release................75
Instrument Cluster
Indicators.................8
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights.....59
Instrument Panel Cover...........79
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.......79
Interior and Instrument Lights.......6, 7
Interior Appearance Care..........79
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control..........53
Jump Starting................70
Key Fob...................19Disarm The Alarm............20
Lane Change Assist.............36Lap/Shoulder Belts..............20LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether forCHildren)...............25, 27Level 1 Charging...............13Level 2 Charging...............13Liftgate....................19Light Bulbs..................89LightsFog...................63High Beam Indicator..........63Seat Belt Reminder...........60Security Alarm.............63Turn Signal...............36LocksKeys...................19Liftgate, Tailgate.............19Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren(LATCH).................25Lubrication, Body..............79
Maintenance Free Battery..........79Maintenance, General............79Maintenance Procedures..........79Maintenance Record.............82Maintenance Schedule............79Master Cylinder (Brakes)..........79MirrorsHeated.................42MOPAR® Accessories............92
Occupant Restraints.............24
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