climate settings FIAT FREEMONT 2016 1.G Owners Manual

• Oil Temperature — for versions/markets, where
provided
Displays the actual oil temperature.
• Oil Pressure — for versions/markets, where pro-
vided
Displays the actual oil pressure.
• Trans Temperature
Displays the actual transmission sump temperature.
• Engine Hours
Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
MESSAGES
In the Main Menu, press and release the UP or DOWN
button until “Messages: XX” displays highlighted in the
EVIC. If there is more than one message, pressing the
SELECT button will display a stored warning message.
Press and release the UP and DOWN buttons if there
is more than one message to step through the remain-
ing stored messages. If there are no message, pressing
the SELECT button will do nothing.
TURN MENU OFF
Select from Main Menu using the DOWN button.
Pushing the SELECT button blanks the menu display.
Pushing any one of the four steering wheel buttons
brings the menu back.Uconnect® SETTINGS
BUTTONS ON THE FACEPLATE
Buttons on the faceplate are located on the left and
right side of the Uconnect® 4.3 screen. In addition,
there is a Scroll/Enter control knob located on the right
side of the Climate Controls in the center of the
instrument panel. Turn the control knob to scroll
through menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60, 90),
press the center of the control knob one or more
times to select or change a setting (i.e., ON, OFF).
BUTTONS ON THE TOUCHSCREEN
Buttons on the touchscreen are accessible on the
Uconnect® touchscreen.
CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
— Uconnect® 4.3 SETTINGS
In this mode the Uconnect® system allows you to
access programmable features that may be equipped
such as Display, Clock, Safety/Assistance, Lights, Doors
& Locks, Heated Seats (for versions/markets, where
provided), Engine Off Operation, Compass Settings,
Audio and Phone/Bluetooth settings through buttons
on the faceplate and buttons on the touchscreen.
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CLIMATE CONTROLS
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The air conditioning and heating system is designed to
make you comfortable in all types of weather. This
system can be operated through either the instrument
panel or through the Uconnect® system display.
When the Uconnect® system is in different modes
(Radio, Player, Settings, More, etc.) the driver and
passenger temperature settings will be indicated at the
top of the display.
Manual Climate Controls With Touchscreen
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Buttons On The Faceplate
Buttons on the faceplate are located on the left and
right side of the Uconnect® 4.3 screen in the center of
the instrument panel. There are also buttons on the
faceplate located below the Uconnect® touchscreen.
(fig. 43) (fig. 44)
(fig. 43)Manual Temperature Controls — Button On The Faceplate
(fig. 44)
Manual Temperature Controls
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4. Front Defrost Button
Press and release to change the current airflow setting
to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this
feature is ON. Air comes from the windshield and side
window demist outlets. When the defrost button is
selected, the blower level will increase. Use Defrost
mode with maximum temperature settings for best
windshield and side window defrosting and defogging. If
the front defrost mode is turned off the climate system
will return the previous setting.
5. Rear Defrost Button
Press and release this button to turn on the rear
window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (for
versions/markets, where provided). An indicator will
illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The
rear window defroster automatically turns off after 10
minutes.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 parallel 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 win-
dow.
6. Rear Climate Button (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Press and release this button to turn on the rear
climate controls. The indicator will illuminate when the
rear climate controls are ON. Performing this function
again will turn OFF the rear climate controls.
7. Passenger Temperature Control Up Button
(Uconnect® 8.4 Only)
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Push the button for warmer temperature
settings.
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NOTE:Pressing this button while in Sync mode will
automatically exit Sync.
8. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button
(Uconnect® 8.4 Only)
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Push the button for cooler temperature set-
tings.
NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will
automatically exit Sync.
9. SYNC
Press the Sync button on the touchscreen to toggle the
Sync feature On/Off. The Sync indicator is illuminated
when this feature is enabled. Sync is used to synchro-
nize the passenger temperature setting with the driver
temperature setting. Changing the passenger tempera-
ture setting while in Sync will automatically exit this
feature.
10. Blower Control
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air
forced through the climate system. There are seven
blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will
cause automatic mode to switch to manual operation.
The speeds can be selected using either the blower
control knob on the faceplate or buttons on the touch-
screen as follows: Blower Control Knob On The Faceplate
The blower speed increases as you turn the blower
control knob clockwise from the lowest blower set-
ting. The blower speed decreases as you turn the
blower control knob counter-clockwise.
Button On The Touchscreen
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting
and the large blower icon to increase the blower
setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the
blower bar area between the icons.
11. Modes
The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air
comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
demist outlets and defrost outlets. The Mode settings
are as follows:
• Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument
panel. 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.
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• Bi-Level ModeAir 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
conditions 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.
• Mix Mode Air comes from the floor, defrost and side win-
dow demist outlets. This mode works best in
cold or snowy conditions.
12. Climate Control OFF Button
Press and release this button to turn the Climate
Control ON/OFF. 13. Driver Temperature Control Down Button
(Uconnect® 8.4 Only)
Provides the driver with independent temperature
control. Push the button for cooler temperature set-
tings.
NOTE:
In Sync mode, this button will also automati-
cally adjust the passenger temperature setting at the
same time.
14. Driver Temperature Control Up Button
(Uconnect® 8.4 Only)
Provides the driver with independent temperature
control. Push the button for warmer temperature
settings.
NOTE: In Sync mode, this button will also automati-
cally adjust the passenger temperature setting at the
same time.
15. Temperature Control (Uconnect® 4.3 Only)
Press the driver or passenger temperature button on
the touchscreen to regulate the temperature of the air
inside the passenger compartment. Moving the tem-
perature bar into the red area, indicates warmer tem-
peratures. Moving the temperature bar into the blue
area indicates cooler temperatures. Driver and passen-
ger have independent temperature control if Sync
mode is not illuminated.
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CLIMATE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
A/C (Air Conditioning)
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the opera-
tor to manually activate or deactivate the air condition-
ing system. When the air conditioning system is turned
on, cool dehumidified air will flow through the outlets
into the cabin. For improved fuel economy, press the
A/C button to turn off the air conditioning and manu-
ally adjust the blower and airflow mode settings. Also,
make sure to select only Panel, Bi-Level or Floor
modes.
NOTE:
• For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in Mix,Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be turned off,
but the A/C system shall remain active to prevent
fogging of the windows.
• If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side glass, select Defrost mode and adjust blower speed if
needed.
• If your air conditioning performance seems lower than expected, check the front of the A/C condenser
(located in front of the radiator), for an accumulation
of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle water spray
from the front of the radiator and through the
condenser.
MAX A/C
MAX A/C sets the control for maximum cooling per-
formance.
Press and release to toggle between MAX A/C and the
prior settings. The button on the touchscreen illumi-
nates when MAX A/C is ON.
In MAX A/C, the blower level and mode position can
be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other
settings will cause the MAX A/C operation to switch to
the selected setting and MAX A/C to exit.
Recirculation Control
When outside air contains smoke, odors, or
high humidity, or if rapid cooling is desired,
you may wish to recirculate interior air by
pressing the Recirculation control button.
The recirculation indicator will illuminate when this
button is selected. Push the button a second time to
turn off the Recirculation mode and allow outside air
into the vehicle.
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To change the rear system settings:
• Press "REAR" button to change control to rearcontrol mode, Rear display (below) will appear. Con-
trol functions now operate rear system. • To return to Front screen, press "REAR" button
again, or it will revert to the Front screen after six
seconds.
Rear Lock
• Pressing the Rear Temperature Lock button on the touchscreen, illuminates a lock symbol in the rear
display. The rear temperature and air source are
controlled from the front Uconnect® system.
• Rear occupants can only adjust the rear control when the Rear Temperature Lock button is turned
off.
(fig. 48)
Uconnect® 8.4 Manual Rear Climate Button On The Touchscreen
1 — Rear Lock Button On
The Touchscreen 5 — Blower Up Button On
The Touchscreen
2 — Front Climate Control
Button On The Touchscreen 6 — Mode Button On The
Touchscreen
3 — Temperature Up But-
ton On The Touchscreen 7 — Blower Down Button
On The Touchscreen
4 — Temperature Down
Button On The Touchscreen 8 — Rear Off Button On
The Touchscreen
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Rear Blower Control
The rear blower control knob can be manually set to
off, or any fixed blower speed, by rotating the knob
from low to high. This allows the rear seat occupants to
control the volume of air circulated in the rear of the
vehicle.
(fig. 49)
Interior air enters the Rear Automatic
Temperature Control System through an
intake grille, located in the right side trim
panel.The rear outlets are located in the right side
trim panel. Do not block or place objects directly
in front of the inlet grille or heater outlets. The
electrical system could overload causing damage
to the blower motor.
Rear Temperature Control
To change the temperature in the rear of the vehicle,
rotate the temperature knob counterclockwise to
lower the temperature, and clockwise to increase the
temperature. The rear temperature settings are dis-
played in the Uconnect® system.
When rear controls are locked by the Uconnect®
system , the Rear Temperature Lock symbol on the
temperature knob is illuminated and any rear overhead
adjustments are ignored.
(fig. 49) Rear Manual Climate Controls
1 — Rear Blower 3 — Rear Mode
2 — Rear Temperature 4 — Rear Climate Control
Lock
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4. AUTO Operation Button
Automatically controls the interior cabin temperature
by adjusting airflow distribution and amount. Perform-
ing this function will cause the ATC to switch between
manual mode and automatic modes. Refer to “Auto-
matic Operation” for more information.
5. Front Defrost Button
Press and release to change the current airflow setting
to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates when this
feature is ON. Air comes from the windshield and side
window demist outlets. When the defrost button is
selected, the blower level will increase. Use Defrost
mode with maximum temperature settings for best
windshield and side window defrosting and defogging.
Performing this function will cause the ATC to switch
into manual mode. If the front defrost mode is turned
off, the climate system will return to the previous
setting.
6. Rear Defrost Button
Press and release this button to turn on the rear
window defroster and the heated outside mirrors (for
versions/markets, where provided). An indicator will
illuminate when the rear window defroster is on. The
rear window defroster automatically turns off after 10
minutes.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 parallel 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 win-
dow.
7. Rear Climate Button (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Press and release this button to turn on the rear
climate controls. The indicator will illuminate when the
rear climate controls are ON. Performing this function
again will turn OFF the rear climate controls.
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8. Passenger Temperature Control Up Button
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Push the button for warmer temperature
settings.
NOTE:Pressing this button while in Sync mode will
automatically exit Sync.
9. Passenger Temperature Control Down Button
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Push the button for cooler temperature set-
tings.
NOTE: Pressing this button while in Sync mode will
automatically exit Sync.
10. SYNC
Press the Sync button on the touchscreen to toggle the
Sync feature On/Off. The Sync indicator is illuminated
when this feature is enabled. Sync is used to synchro-
nize the passenger temperature setting with the driver
temperature setting. Changing the passenger tempera-
ture setting while in Sync will automatically exit this
feature.
11. Blower Control
Blower control is used to regulate the amount of air
forced through the climate system. There are seven
blower speeds available. Adjusting the blower will
cause automatic mode to switch to manual operation.
The speeds can be selected using either the blower control knob on the faceplate or buttons on the touch-
screen as follows:
Blower Control Knob On The Faceplate
The blower speed increases as you turn the blower
control knob clockwise from the lowest blower set-
ting. The blower speed decreases as you turn the
blower control knob counter-clockwise.
Button On The Touchscreen
Use the small blower icon to reduce the blower setting
and the large blower icon to increase the blower
setting. Blower can also be selected by pressing the
blower bar area between the icons.
12. Modes
The airflow distribution mode can be adjusted so air
comes from the instrument panel outlets, floor outlets,
and demist outlets and defrost outlets. The Mode
settings are as follows:
• Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the instrument
panel. 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.
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