FIAT 500X 2016 2.G Owners Manual

CAUTION!(Continued)
operate the vehicle if any fluid appears contami-
nated, as this may result in further damage. Such
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
POWER STEERING
The electric power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide
light efforts while parking and good feel while driving. If
the electric steering system experiences a fault that
reduces assist or prevents the vehicle from providing assist, you will still have the ability to steer the vehicle
manually.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could pose
a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be
obtained as soon as possible.
If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING OR
POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF - SERVICE
SYSTEM” message and a steering wheel icon
are displayed on the EVIC screen, it indicates
that the vehicle needs to be taken to the dealer for service.
It is likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC) in “Get-
ting To Know Your Instrument Cluster” for further
information.
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If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM HOT - PERFOR-
MANCE MAY BE LIMITED” message and an icon are
displayed on the EVIC screen, it indicates that extreme
steering maneuvers may have occurred, which caused an
over temperature condition in the power steering system.
You will lose power steering assistance momentarily
until the over temperature condition no longer exists.
Once driving conditions are safe, then pull over and let
vehicle idle for a few moments until the light turns off.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC)” in “Get-
ting To Know Your Instrument Cluster” for further
information.NOTE:
•
Even if the power steering assistance is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Under these conditions there will be a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and
during parking maneuvers.
• If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for
service.
TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
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RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD)ALL-WHEEL
DRIVE (AWD)
TOWING
CONDITION WHEELS OFF THE
GROUND AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION MANUAL
TRANSMISSION MANUAL/
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow REARNOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED
FRONT OKOKNOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALLBEST METHOD BEST METHOD OK
NOTE: When recreationally towing your vehicle, always follow applicable state and provincial laws. Contact
state and provincial Highway Safety offices for additional details.
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NOTE:You must ensure that the Auto Park Brake feature
is disabled before towing this vehicle, to avoid inadver-
tent Electric Park Brake engagement. The Auto Park
Brake feature is enabled or disabled via the Customer
Programmable Features in the Uconnect Settings.
Recreational Towing
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) Models
Recreational towing is allowed ONLY if the front wheels
are OFF the ground. This may be accomplished using a
tow dolly (front wheels off the ground) or vehicle trailer
(all four wheels off the ground). If using a tow dolly,
follow this procedure:
• Properly secure the dolly to the tow vehicle, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
• Drive the front wheels onto the tow dolly. •
Apply the Electric Park Brake (EPB). Place the trans-
mission in PARK. Turn the engine OFF.
• Properly secure the front wheels to the dolly, following
the dolly manufacturer’s instructions.
• Turn the ignition to the MAR/RUN position, but do
not start the engine.
• Press and hold the brake pedal.
• Release the Electric Park Brake (EPB).
• Turn the engine OFF, remove the key or fob, and
release the brake pedal.
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CAUTION!
•DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the
drivetrain will result. If this vehicle requires tow-
ing, make sure the drive wheels are OFF the
ground.
• Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is released, and
remains released, while being towed.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above re-
quirements can cause severe transmission damage.
Damage from improper towing is not covered un-
der the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models
Recreational towing (with all four wheels on the ground,
or using a towing dolly) is NOT ALLOWED. This vehicle
may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer provided all
four wheels are OFF the ground.
CAUTION!
Towing this vehicle with ANY of its wheels on the
ground can cause severe transmission and/or power
transfer unit damage. Damage from improper towing
is not covered under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CONTENTS
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ...........357
 BULB REPLACEMENT ...................357
▫ General Information ....................357
▫ Replacement Bulbs ....................358
▫ Replacing Exterior Bulbs ................360
▫ Replacing Interior Bulbs .................371
 FUSES .............................. .377
▫ General Information ....................378
▫ Access To The Fuses ...................379
▫
Engine Compartment Fuses/Distribution Unit . .379
▫ Body Computer Fuse Center ..............385
▫ Rear Cargo Fuse/Relay Distribution Unit .....388
 JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING ..........390
▫ Jack Location/Spare Tire Stowage — If
Equipped .......................... .391
▫ Preparations For Jacking ................393
▫ Jacking Instructions ...................394
▫ Road Tire Installation ...................400
 TIRE SERVICE KIT STORAGE ..............401
▫ Tire Service Kit — If Equipped ............402
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JUMP STARTING ..................... .406
▫ Preparations For Jump Start ..............406
▫ Jump Starting Procedure ................408
 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM . .410
▫ ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
RESET PROCEDURE ...................411
 REFUELING IN EMERGENCY .............412
 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ............412
 SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ................413
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE .......415
 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE .............418
 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ...........419
▫ Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Models ..........421
▫ All Wheel Drive (AWD) Models ...........422
 TOW EYE USAGE — IF EQUIPPED ..........422
▫ Front Tow Eye Installation ...............425
▫ Rear Tow Eye Installation ................426
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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
switch bank below the radio.Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
Flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. Push the switch a second time to
turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the STOP/OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flashers
may wear down your battery.
BULB REPLACEMENT
General Information
• Before you replace a bulb check the contacts to be sure
they are not oxidized.
• Replace the bulbs with the same type and wattage.
• After replacing a light bulb always check the correct
orientation.
• Before replacing a bulb that is not functioning check
that the fuse is intact.
NOTE: Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-
spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric
conditions change to allow the condensation to change
back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually
accelerate the clearing process.
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Replacement Bulbs
Interior Bulbs
LampsBulb Number
Front Courtesy Light C5W
Front Courtesy Lights (Sun Visors) C5W
Rear Dome Light (Models Without Retractable roof) C5W
Rear Interior Lights (Models With Retractable roof) C5W
Interior Lights W5W
Dome Light (Glove Box) W5W
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