steering wheel FIAT 500 2014 2.G Owner's Manual

WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious injury or
death.
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h).
The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the
right side of the steering wheel.
Electronic Speed Control Buttons
120 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

▫Technical Specifications .................180
▫ Quick Guide ........................ .181
▫ General Information ....................184
▫ Functions And Adjustments ..............185
▫ Radio ............................. .192
▫ SiriusXM Satellite Radio — If Equipped ......194
▫ CD Player .......................... .197
▫ CD MP3 Player ...................... .199
▫ Troubleshooting ...................... .202
 iPod®/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL — IF
EQUIPPED .......................... .203
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS ......204▫
Radio Operation ..................... .205
▫ CD Player Operation ...................205
▫ Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped) ........................ .205
 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...........205
 RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . .206
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................206
▫ Manual Heating And Air Conditioning ......207
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If
Equipped .......................... .209
▫ Operating Tips ...................... .216
142 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
The remote sound system controls are located on the rear
surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to
access the switches.The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and
mode of the sound system. Pressing the top of the rocker
switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom
of the rocker switch will decrease the volume.
Pressing the center button will make the radio switch
between the various modes available (AM/FM/SAT/
CD/AUX/Media Player, etc.) and can also be used to
select/enter an item while scrolling through menu.
The left-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a
pushbutton in the center. The function of the left-hand
control is different depending on which mode you are in.
The following describes the left-hand control operation in
each mode.
Remote Sound System Controls (Back View Of Steering
Wheel)
204 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

▫Operation .......................... .238
 DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES .........240
▫ Acceleration ........................ .240
▫ Traction ........................... .240
 DRIVING THROUGH WATER .............241
▫ Flowing/Rising Water ..................241
▫ Shallow Standing Water .................241
 POWER STEERING .....................243
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .244
 SPORT MODE ........................ .246
▫ Manual Transmission — If Equipped ........246
▫ Automatic Transmission — If Equipped ......247
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .248
ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .249
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .249
▫ Brake Assist System (BAS) ...............250
▫ Traction Control System (TCS) ............251
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................251
▫ Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..........253
▫ ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And
ESC OFF Indicator Light ................256
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............257
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .257
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........261
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........263
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........264
220 STARTING AND OPERATING

ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with a advanced electronic
brake control system that includes the Anti-Lock Brake
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), Traction Con-
trol System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), and Electronic
Stability Control (ESC). All systems work together to
enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving
conditions and are commonly referred to as ESC.
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
The Four-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in
maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con-
ditions. The system operates with a separate computer to
modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel lock-up
and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces.
The system’s pump motor runs during an ABS stop to
provide regulated hydraulic pressure. The pump motor
makes a low humming noise during operation, which is
normal.The ABS includes an amber ABS Warning Light. When
the light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The
system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. Turning
the ignition Off and On again may reset the ABS if the
fault detected was only momentary.
WARNING!
•
Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their
effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping
makes the stopping distance longer. Just press
firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow
down or stop.
• The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) cannot prevent
the natural laws of physics from acting on the
vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering
efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of
the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded.
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
This system enhances directional control and stability of
the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC cor-
rects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by
applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in
counteracting the oversteering or understeering condi-
tion. Engine power may also be reduced to help the
vehicle maintain the desired path. ESC uses sensors in
the vehicle to determine the vehicle path intended by the
driver and compares it to the actual path of the vehicle.
When the actual path does not match the intended path,
ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist
in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition.
•Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position. •
Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
ESC Off Switch (Automatic Transmission)
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WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations
of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus-
pension dimensions and performance characteris-
tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and
braking of your vehicle. This can cause unpredict-
able handling and stress to steering and suspen-
sion components. You could lose control and have
a collision resulting in serious injury or death. Use
only the tire and wheel sizes with load ratings
approved for your vehicle.
• Never use a tire with a smaller load index or
capacity, other than what was originally equipped
on your vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load
index could result in tire overloading and failure.
You could lose control and have a collision.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Failure to equip your vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden tire
failure and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires of a different size
may result in false speedometer and odometer read-
ings.
280 STARTING AND OPERATING

5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the boosterbattery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then
start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
Disconnecting The Jumper Cables
1. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the
engine ground (-)of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
2. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable
from the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable from the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
4. Disconnect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable
from the positive (+)post of the discharged vehicle. If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle,
you should have the battery and charging system in-
spected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets
draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not
in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough without engine operation,
the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to
degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from
starting.
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it
can often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the
steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the
front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE
336 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES

BULB REPLACEMENT
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.
Headlamps Low Beam and High Beam
1. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the headlamp housing.
2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise.
3. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.
4. Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place.
5. Reinstall the plastic cap.
Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running
Lamps
1. Turn the steering wheel completely to the left or right.
2. Open the wheel housing access door.
Wheel Housing Access Door
396 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Adjustment.......................... .101
Heated .............................. .105
SENTRY KEY® FCC General Information ..................15
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................13
Service Assistance ........................ .412
Service Contract ......................... .414
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction Indicator) . .151
Service Manuals ......................... .416
Shift Lever Override ...................... .338
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission .............228
Shoulder Belts ............................29
Side Airbag ..............................48
Signals, Turn .............................82
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................281
Snow Tires ............................. .273
Spare Tire .............................. .275
Spark Plugs ............................ .400
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................120Speedometer
............................ .157
Sport Mode ............................ .246
Starting ............................... .223
Automatic Transmission ..................223
Cold Weather ......................... .224
Engine Fails to Start .....................225
Manual Transmission ....................223
Steering Power .............................. .243
Tilt Column ...........................119
Wheel, Tilt ............................119
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............204
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .204
Storage ............................... .394
Storage, Vehicle .......................... .217
Storing Your Vehicle ...................... .394
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .336
Sun Roof .............................. .130
Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ..........39
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