FIAT 500L 2017 2.G Manual PDF

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properly attached and secured to your vehicle. If a
floor mat needs to be replaced, only use a FCA
approved floor mat for the specific make, model,
and year of your vehicle.
• ONLY use the driver ’s side floor mat on the
driver ’s side floor area. To check for interference,
with the vehicle properly parked with the engine
off, fully depress the accelerator, the brake, and
the clutch pedal (if present) to check for interfer-
ence. If your floor mat interferes with the opera-
tion of any pedal, or is not secure to the floor,
remove the floor mat from the vehicle and place
the floor mat in your trunk.
• ONLY use the passenger ’s side floor mat on the
passenger ’s side floor area.
• ALWAYS make sure objects cannot fall or slide
into the driver ’s side floor area when the vehicle
is moving. Objects can become trapped under
accelerator, brake, or clutch pedals and could
cause a loss of vehicle control.
• NEVER place any objects under the floor mat
(e.g., towels, keys, etc.). These objects could
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change the position of the floor mat and may
cause interference with the accelerator, brake, or
clutch pedals.
• If the vehicle carpet has been removed and re-
installed, always properly attach carpet to the
floor and check the floor mat fasteners are secure
to the vehicle carpet. Fully depress each pedal to
check for interference with the accelerator, brake,
or clutch pedals then re-install the floor mats.
• It is recommended to only use mild soap and
water to clean your floor mats. After cleaning,
always check your floor mat has been properly
installed and is secured to your vehicle using the
floor mat fasteners by lightly pulling mat.
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for
cuts and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and
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bulges. Check the wheel bolts for tightness. Check the
tires (including spare) for proper cold inflation pres-
sure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights
and exterior lights while you work the controls. Check
turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the
instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for proper closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for
fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if
gasoline fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering
fluid (if equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected.
The cause should be located and corrected immediately.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
MIRRORS ...........................74
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...............74
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . .74
▫ Conversation Mirror — If Equipped ........75
▫ Power Mirrors .......................76
▫ Folding Mirrors .......................77
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ...........77
▫ Sun Visors ..........................77
 SEATS...............................78
▫ Front Seats ..........................78
▫ Rear Seats ..........................81
▫ Head Restraints ......................86
 OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD ......89
 LIGHTS .............................90 ▫
Multifunction Lever ....................90
▫ Headlights ..........................91
▫ Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .....91
▫ High Beams .........................91
▫ Flash-To-Pass ........................91
▫ Parking Lights .......................92
▫ Turn Signals .........................92
▫ Lane Change Assist ...................92
▫ Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay .........92
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped ..........93
▫ Interior Lights .......................93
 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS .....96
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation .........96
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer .............983

TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN . . .99
 ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL ..........100
▫ To Activate ........................ .101
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................101
▫ To Deactivate .......................101
▫ To Resume Speed ....................101
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ..............101
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ..............103
 REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED .......103
▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ...............104
▫ Rear Park Assist Audible Alerts ..........104
▫ Failure Indications ....................106
▫ Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System ......106
▫ Park Assist System Usage Precautions ......106
 PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA — IF
EQUIPPED ..........................108
 GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED . .110 ▫
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink. . .110
▫ Programming A Rolling Code ............111
▫ Programming A Non-Rolling Code ........112
▫ Canadian/Gate Operator Programming .....114
▫ Using HomeLink .....................115
▫ Security ...........................115
▫ Troubleshooting Tips ..................116
▫ General Information ...................117
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED .......117
▫ To Open ...........................118
▫ To Close ...........................118
▫ Wind Buffeting ......................118
▫ Power Sun Blind .....................119
 POWER OUTLETS .....................119
 CIGAR LIGHTER

— IF EQUIPPED .........119
 CUPHOLDERS .......................120
 STORAGE .......................... .121
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▫Glove Compartment ..................121
▫ Front Center Armrest Storage —
If Equipped ........................ .122
 REAR CARGO STORAGE FEATURES .......123
▫ Securing Your Load ...................126
▫ Storage Compartments .................127 
REAR WINDOW FEATURES .............127
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................127
 ROOF LUGGAGE RACK-IF EQUIPPED ......128
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MIRRORS
Inside Day/Night Mirror
A single ball joint mirror is provided in the vehicle. It is
a twist on mirror that has a fixed position at the
windshield. The mirror installs on the windshield but-
ton with a counterclockwise rotation and requires no
tools for mounting. The mirror head can be adjusted up,
down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirror
should be adjusted to center on the view through the
rear window.
Headlight glare from vehicles behind you can be re-
duced by moving the small control under the mirror to
the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle). The
mirror should be adjusted while the small control under
the mirror is set in the day position (toward the
windshield).
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare
from vehicles behind you. You can turn the feature on
or off by pushing the button at the base of the mirror. A
light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate
when the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to
the right of the button does not illuminate.
Adjusting Rearview Mirror
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NOTE:This feature is disabled when the vehicle is
moving in reverse.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during cleaning,
never spray any cleaning solution directly onto the
mirror. Apply the solution onto a clean cloth and
wipe the mirror clean.
Conversation Mirror — If Equipped
There is a conversation mirror located at the top of the
overhead console.
Automatic Dimming MirrorConversation Mirror Location
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To gain access to the conversation mirror, pull down-
ward on the mirror to the open position.Power Mirrors
The power mirror controls are located on the driver ’s
door trim panel. To adjust a mirror, turn the control
knob toward the left or right mirror positions indicated.
Tilt the control wand in the direction you want the
mirror to move. When you are finished adjusting the
mirror, turn the control to the center position to prevent
accidentally moving a mirror.
Conversation Mirror
Power Mirror Controls
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Folding Mirrors
The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to
pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage. The
mirror has three detent positions: full forward, normal
and full rearward.
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature can be activated whenever you turn on
the rear window defroster.
Sun Visors
The driver and passenger sun visors are located on the
headliner, near the front windshield. The sun visor can
be rotated downward or up against the door glass. Both
sun visors are equipped with illuminated courtesy
mirrors.Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature
The sun visor “Slide-On-Rod” feature allows for addi-
tional flexibility in positioning the visor to block out the
sun.
Sun Visor (Driver Side Shown)
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To use the “Slide-On-Rod” feature, rotate the sun visor
downward and unclip it. Pull the sun visor along the
“Slide-On-Rod” until the sun visor is in the desired
position.SEATS
Front Seats
Forward/Rearward Adjustment
The adjusting bar is located at the front of the seats, near
the floor.
While sitting in the seat, lift up on the bar and move the
seat forward or rearward. Release the bar once the
desired position is reached. Then, using body pressure,
move forward and rearward on the seat to be sure that
the seat adjusters have latched.
“Slide-On-Rod” Feature
Adjusting Bar
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