hood open FIAT FREEMONT 2016 1.G Owners Manual

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The Vehicle Security Alarm (VSA) system monitors the
vehicle doors, hood, and liftgate for unauthorized en-
try and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation.
If something triggers the alarm, the system will sound
the horn intermittently, flash the headlights and tail-
lights, and flash the Vehicle Security Light in the instru-
ment cluster.
REARMING OF THE SYSTEM
If something triggers the alarm, and no action is taken
to disarm it, the Vehicle Security Alarm will turn off the
horn after 29 seconds, turn off all of the visual signals
after one minute, and then the Vehicle Security Alarm
will rearm itself.
TO ARM THE SYSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security Alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicle ignition system is "OFF".(refer to "Starting Procedures" in "Starting And
Driving" for further information).
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
• Press LOCK on the interior power door lock
switch with the driver and/or passenger door open. • Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive
Entry Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in
the same exterior zone (refer to "Keyless Enter-N-
Go™" in "Knowing Your Vehicle" for further infor-
mation).
• Press the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
TO DISARM THE SYSTEM
The Vehicle Security Alarm can be disarmed using any
of the following methods:
• Press the UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
• Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle with a valid key fob available in the same exterior zone
(refer to "Keyless Enter-N-Go™" in "Knowing Your
Vehicle" for further information).
• Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the OFF position by pressing the Keyless Enter-N-Go™
Start/Stop button (requires at least one valid Key Fob
in the vehicle).
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PREMIUM SECURITY SYSTEM (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
The Premium Security system monitors the doors,
hood latch, and trunk for unauthorized entry and the
ignition switch for unauthorized operation. The system
also includes a dual function intrusion sensor and
vehicle tilt sensor. The intrusion sensor monitors the
vehicle interior for motion. The vehicle tilt sensor
monitors the vehicle for any tilting actions (tow away,
tire removal, ferry transport, etc).
In the event that something triggers the security sys-
tem, the headlights will turn on, the alarm will sound
and the turn signal and side repeater lights will flash for
29 seconds, and then the lights will continue to flash for
an additional 5 seconds. The system will repeat this
sequence for up to 8 security violations in any mode
(door ajar, motion, hood ajar, etc.) before having to
rearm the system. At the end of any particular trigger
event, the lights will continue to flash for 26 seconds.TO ARM THE SYSTEM
Follow these steps to arm the theft alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicle ignition system is "OFF".
(refer to "Starting Procedures" in "Starting And
Driving" for further information).
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
• Push LOCK on the interior power door lock
switch with the driver and/or passenger door open.
• Push the LOCK button on the exterior Passive
Entry Door Handle with a valid Key Fob available in
the same exterior zone (refer to "Keyless Enter-N-
Go™" in "Knowing Your Vehicle" for further infor-
mation).
• Push the LOCK button on the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
NOTE:
• Once the security system is armed, it remains in that state until you disarm it by following either of the
disarming procedures described. If a power loss oc-
curs after arming the system, you must disarm the
system after restoring power to prevent alarm acti-
vation.
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TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under the leftside of the instrument panel. (fig. 108)
2. Outside of the vehicle, locate the safety latch lever near the center of the grille between the grille and
hood opening. Push the safety latch lever to the
right and then raise the hood. (fig. 109)
Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open
position. Place the upper end of the prop rod in the
hole on the underside of the hood.
(fig. 110)
(fig. 108) Hood Release Lever
(fig. 109)Underhood Safety Latch
(fig. 110) Hood Prop Rod
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To prevent possible damage:
•Before closing hood, make sure the
hood prop rod is fully seated into its
storage retaining clips.
• Do not slam the hood to close it . Use a firm
downward push at the center front edge of the
hood to ensure that both latches engage. Never
drive your vehicle unless the hood is fully closed,
with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
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your vehicle. If the hood is not
fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in
motion and block your vision. Failure to follow
this warning could result in serious injury or
death.
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
The roof rack crossbars and side rails are designed to
carry cargo weight. The load must not exceed 68 kg
and it should be distributed uniformly over the cross-
bars. In addition, the roof rack does not increase the
total load carrying capacity of the vehicle. Be sure the
total load of cargo inside the vehicle plus that on the
roof rack does not exceed the maximum vehicle load
capacity.
NOTE: The roof rack side rails on your vehicle are
NOT designed to carry a load without the addition of
crossbars.
Metal Crossbars can be purchased from your FIAT
dealer to provide a functional roof rack system.
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WARNING!
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling
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whenever the hood is raised. It can
start anytime the ignition switch is ON.You can
be injured by moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch
bands and bracelets that could make an inadver-
tent electrical contact . You could be seriously
injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn
your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas
which is flammable and explosive. Keep open
flames or sparks away from the battery.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the automatic transmis- sion into PARK and the manual transmission into
gear and turn the ignition to LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary elec- trical accessories.
3. Remove the protective cover over the remote posi- tive (+)battery post. To remove the cover, press
the locking tab and pull upward on the cover.
4. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set
the parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each
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as this could establish a ground
connection and personal injury could result .
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump-starting pro-
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ould result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery explosion.
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system
of the booster vehicle or the discharged
vehicle.
Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to
the remote positive (+)post of the discharged
vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)
jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the booster
battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to
the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
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LIGHTS BULBS – OutsideBulb No.
Low Beam Headlamp....................H11
High Beam Headlamp ................HB3/9005
Front Turn Signal ..............PY27W/3757AK
Front Position Lamp ...................W5W
Front Fog Lamp ..................... PSX24W
Rear Fog Lamp ....................... PS19W
Side Repeater Lamp ................... WY5W
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)....LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Tail/Stop..........................LED(Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
RearTailLiftgate........................LED (Serviced at Authorized Dealer)
Rear Turn Signal ..................... WY21W
Backup Lamp ........................ W21W
License Lamp .........................W5W
BULB REPLACEMENT
NOTE:Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-
spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmo-
spheric conditions change to allow the condensation to
change back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will
usually accelerate the clearing process.
Where possible, it is advisable to have
bulbs changed at a FIAT Dealership.
Proper operation and orientation of the
external lights are essential for driving safety and
complying with the law.
LOW BEAM/HIGH BEAM/FRONT TURN
SIGNAL AND FRONT POSITION LAMP
1. Open the hood.
NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleaner
filter housing and position the Totally Integrated Power
Module (TIPM) aside to replace certain lamps in the left
headlamp housing.
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NOTE:Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
WARNING!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you
park over materials that can burn. Such
materials might be grass or leaves coming into
contact with your exhaust system. Do not park or
operate your vehicle in areas where your exhaust
system can contact anything that can burn.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may indicate severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, safely
bring the vehicle to a complete stop, shut the engine
OFF, and allow the vehicle to cool. Thereafter, obtain
service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifi-
cations immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:
• Do not shut OFF the engine or interrupt the ignition when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any ignition coil connec- tors disconnected for prolonged periods. COOLING SYSTEM
WARNING!
• When working near the radiator cool-
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fan, disconnect the fan motor lead or
turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.The
fan is temperature controlled and can start at
any time the ignition switch is in the ON position.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your
radiator. If you see or hear steam coming from
under the hood, do not open the hood until the
radiator has had time to cool. Never tr y to open a
cooling system pressure cap when the radiator is
hot .
Car maintenance should be done at a
FIAT Dealership. For routine and minor
maintenance operations you wish to
carry out yourself, we do recommend you have
the proper equipment , genuine FIAT spare parts
and the necessary fluids; do not however carry out
these operations if you have no experience.
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Replacement . . ....................... .377
Rotation . . . . . . . . . ................... .359
Safety ........................... .361, 369
Sizes ............................... .362
SnowTires ............................372
Spare Tire ........................... .284
Spinning . . . . . . ....................... .375
Trailer Towing ........................ .264
Tread Wear Indicators ................... .376
Tire Safety Information . .................... .361
Tire Service Kit .......................... .293
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight . . . . . ............262
To Open Hood .......................... .136
Towing . ............................... .258
Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . .................318
Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...............262
Recreational .......................... .270
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................262
Towing Eyes ............................ .315
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome . ............270
Traction . . . . . . ......................... .256
Traction Control ......................... .144
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . . ............149
Trailer Towing ........................... .258
Cooling System Tips . . . . .................269
Hitches ............................. .269
Minimum Requirements . . . . ...............263
Tips ............................... .268
Trailer and Tongue Weight .................262
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...............265
Trailer Towing Guide . . . . . . . . . . .............262
Trailer Weight . . . ........................ .262Transaxle
Manual ............................. .354
Transmission Automatic ........................ .246, 351
Filter ............................... .354
Fluid ............................... .354
Man

ual ............................. .245
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .14
Transmitter Programming (Remote Keyless Entry) . .13, 14
Transmitter, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ..........13
Transporting Pets ......................... .233
Tread Wear Indicators ...................... .376
Trip Odometer .......................... .275
Turn Signals ....................... .95, 274, 305
UCI Connector .......................... .189
Uconnect® Screen Activated Features ...................31
Underhood Fuses ......................... .310
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector .....189
Unleaded Gasoline ........................ .379
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................197
Upholstery Care ......................... .357
Vanity Mirrors .............................69
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............360
Vehicle Loading .......................... .366
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations .................5
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) ............16
Vehicle Storage ........................ .89, 359
Video Entertainment System™ (Rear Seat Video System)...............................168
Viscosity, Engine Oil ....................... .337
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