FIAT 500 2012 2.G Manual PDF

WARNING! (Continued)
•If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed and
the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high
speed. DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
•If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle with the
engine running, adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into the vehicle. Set
the blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into
the vehicle body is a properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust
system, when exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of the vehicle is
damaged, have a competent mechanic inspect the com-
plete exhaust system and adjacent body areas for broken, damaged, deteriorated, or mispositioned parts. Open
seams or loose connections could permit exhaust fumes
to seep into the passenger compartment. In addition,
inspect the exhaust system each time the vehicle is raised
for lubrication or oil change. Replace as required.Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after
a collision if they have been damaged (i.e., bent retractor,
torn webbing, etc.). If there is any question regarding belt
or retractor condition, replace the belt.
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Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system checked by an autho-
rized dealer.
Defroster
Check operation by selecting the defrost mode and place
the blower control on high speed. You should be able to
feel the air directed against the windshield. See your
authorized dealer for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Floor Mat Safety Information
Always use floor mats designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle. Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that theycannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
WARNING!
Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of
vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per-
sonal injury.
•Always make sure that floor mats are properly
attached to the floor mat fasteners.
•Never place or install floor mats or other floor
coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly
secured to prevent them from moving and inter-
fering with the pedals or the ability to control the
vehicle.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on
top of already installed floor mats. Additional
floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size
of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
•Check mounting of mats on a regular basis. Al-
ways properly reinstall and secure floor mats that
have been removed for cleaning.
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the
driver footwell while the vehicle is moving. Ob-
jects can become trapped under the brake pedal
and accelerator pedal causing a loss of vehicle
control.
•If required, mounting posts must be properly
installed, if not equipped from the factory.(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or
mounting can cause interference with the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of
control of the vehicle.
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 bulges.
Check the wheel bolts for tightness. Check the tires
(including spare) for proper cold inflation pressure.
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Lights
Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights
while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high
beam indicator lights on the instrument panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive 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, 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
Power Convertible Top — If Equipped ....... 76
▫ Lowering The Power Top ............... 76
▫ Raising The Power Top ................. 77
▫ Power Convertible Top Relearn Proceure ..... 78
▫ Wind Stop .......................... 79
 Mirrors .............................. 80
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ................ 80
▫ Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped . . . 81
▫ Power Mirrors ....................... 82 ▫
Folding Mirrors ...................... 83
▫ Heated Mirrors — If Equipped ............ 83
▫ Sun Visors .......................... 83
 BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication — If
Equipped ............................. 84
▫ Overview ........................... 84
▫ The Hands-Free Kit .................... 85
 Seats ............................... 91
▫ Front Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment . . . 92
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▫Recline Adjustment .................... 93
▫ Seat Height Adjustment ................. 94
▫ Ez Entry Feature ...................... 94
▫ Memory Feature ...................... 95
▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............. 95
▫ Head Restraints ...................... 96
 To Open And Close The Hood ............. 98
 Lights ............................. 100
▫ Multifunction Lever .................. 100
▫ Headlights ......................... 100
▫ High Beams ........................ 101
▫ Flash-To-Pass ....................... 101
▫ Parking Lights ...................... 101 ▫
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped .... 101
▫ Turn Signals ........................ 102
▫ Lane Change Assist ................... 102
▫ Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay ....... 102
▫ Interior Lights ...................... 103
▫ Front Fog Lights — If Equipped .......... 104
 Windshield Wipers And Washers .......... 105
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation ........ 105
▫ Rear Windshield Wiper ................ 107
 Tilt Steering Column — If Equipped ........ 108
 Electronic Speed Control ................ 109
▫ To Activate ......................... 110
▫ To Set A Desired Speed ................ 110
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▫To Deactivate ....................... 110
▫ To Resume Speed .....................111
▫ To Vary The Speed Setting ...............111
▫ To Accelerate For Passing ...............111
 Rear Park Assist — If Equipped ........... 112
▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ............... 113
▫ Rear Park Assist Alerts ................ 113
▫ Failure Indications ................... 115
▫ Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System ..... 115
▫ Park Assist System Usage Precautions ..... 115
 Power Sunroof — If Equipped ............ 118
▫ To Open ........................... 119
▫ To Close ........................... 119 ▫
Pinch Protect Override ................ 119
▫ Wind Buffeting ...................... 119
▫ Emergency Operation ................. 120
▫ Sun Shade — If Equipped .............. 120
 Electrical Power Outlets ................. 121
 Cigar Lighter — If Equipped ............. 123
 Cupholders .......................... 124
 Storage ............................. 125
▫ Glove Box Compartment ............... 125
▫ Passenger Seat Storage — If Equipped ..... 125
 Cargo Area Features ................... 126
 Rear Window Features .................. 127
▫ Rear Window Defroster ................ 127
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POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP — IF EQUIPPED
On vehicles equipped with a power convertible top, the
power convertible top switch is located on the overhead
console. The switch contains two buttons. The passenger
side button, which is used to open the power top, and the
driver side button, which is used to close the power top.NOTE:•The power top buttons will operate when the ignition
switch is turned to the ACC/ON/RUN position.
•The power top can be remotely operated with the key
fob. Refer to
Opening Power Top Remote Function in
Things To Know Before Starting for more information.
Lowering The Power Top
Auto Open
Push the top open button approximately one second for
the three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top
open button for approximately one second a second time
to fully open the convertible top.
Manual Open
For manual open, push and hold the open button until
desired roof position or until spoiler position.
NOTE: Vertical movement only operates in auto open/
close mode.
Power Convertible Top Switch
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Raising The Power Top
Auto close
From the convertible top fully open position, push the
top close button for approximately one second for the
three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top close
button for approximately one second a second time for
the one-quarter open position. Push and hold close
button to fully close convertible top.
Manual Close
For manual close, push and hold the close button until
desired position until one-quarter open position. Push
and hold again for full close position.
NOTE:Rail lubrication is recommended every 2000
cycles, or if scratching noises due to dust are present.
Refer to “Fluids, Lubes, and Genuine Part” in “Maintain-
ing Your Vehicle” for information.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior
water damage, stains or mildew on the top material:
•Avoid high-pressure car washes, as they can dam-
age the top material. Also, increased water pres-
sure may force water past the weather strips.
•Remove any standing water from the top and dry
the surface before opening it. Operating the top,
opening a door or lowering a window while the
top is wet may allow water to drip into the
vehicles interior.
•Use care when washing the vehicle, water pressure
directed at the weather strip seals may cause water
to leak into the vehicles interior.
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WARNING!
The convertible top does not provide the structural
protection that a reinforced metal roof does and the
fabric top cannot be expected to prevent the ejection
of the occupants in a collision. Therefore, it is impor-
tant that all occupants wear their seat belts at all
times. Death or serious injuries could occur if you are
ejected from the vehicle during a collision.
Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure
If your power convertible top does not operate in the
Auto Opening/Closing mode (automatically opening/
closing to the one-quarter open and three-quarter open
comfort stops), or if the remote keyless power top
function is inoperable, or if the trunk lid does not open -
the following relearn procedure may be necessary.
1. Confirm that the door/trunk lid are closed.2. Begin with the top in the fully closed position (using
manual mode).
3. Hold the OPEN button to move the top to the fully
open position.
4. CONTINUE to hold the OPEN button for an addi-
tional three seconds.
5. Release the OPEN button.
6. Hold the CLOSED button to move the top to the fully
closed position.
7. CONTINUE to hold the CLOSED button until the top
begins to cycle fully open, then release the CLOSED
button.
At the end of step 7 the top will automatically cycle to the
fully open position, and then close to the 1/4 open
position.
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