FIAT 500C 2019 Repair Manual

partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and
can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, open the front and rear windows together
to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the
sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the
buffeting or open any window.
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
The power sunroof switch is located in the overhead
console.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Never leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle or in a location accessible to
children. Occupants, particularly unattended chil-
dren, can become entrapped by the power sunroof
while operating the power sunroof switch. Such
entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is greater risk of being thrown
from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also
be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your
seat belt properly and make sure all passengers are
properly secured too.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof.
Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any
object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
To Open
Push and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for
approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the
vented position. Push the switch a second time and hold
for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will
Power Sunroof Switch
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open fully, then stop automatically. This is called “Express
Open”. During Express Open operation, any movement of
the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
To Close
With the sunroof in the full open position, pull the power
sunroof button and hold it for approximately one second,
the sunroof will return to the vented position. Pull the
switch a second time and hold for approximately one
second to completely close the sunroof.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows
down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or
partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and
can be minimized. If the buffeting occurs with the rear
windows open, open the front and rear windows together
to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the
sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the
buffeting or open any window.
Sun Shade — If Equipped
For vehicles equipped with either a power sunroof or a
fixed glass roof, there is a sun shade that can be open or
closed. To open the sun shade, push the tab and move the
shade to a full open position.
Manual Sun Shade
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Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the
sunroof during Express Close operation. If an obstruction
in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof will
automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this oc-
curs. Next, push the switch forward and release to Express
Close.
Emergency Operation
In case of electrical failure, the sunroof can be operated
with the hex wrench that is located in the glove compart-
ment. There is a plug located in the rear of the sunroof
opening at the center of the vehicle. Removing the plug
reveals a hex opening in the motor assembly of the sunroof.
Insert the hex wrench and turn, moving the sunroof to the
desired location.
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 is used to open the power top, and the driver
side button is used to close the power top.NOTE:
•
The power top buttons will operate when the ignition
switch is turned to the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position.
• The power top can be remotely operated with the key
fob. Refer to “Opening Power Top Remote Function” in
“Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for more information.
• The soft top cannot be lowered in temperatures lower
than –22°F (-30°C) but it can be closed at temperatures as
low as –4° F (-20°C).
• The highest temperature that the convertible top is
operational is at 176°F (80°C).
Power Convertible Top Switch
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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.
• If you are traveling at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h)
and wish to open the top, it will open to only three-
quarters of the way.
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-
quarters 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:
• If the top is three-quarters of the way open, you can
close the top if vehicle speeds are above 50 mph
(80 km/h).
• If the top is fully open and the vehicle is traveling at
50 mph (80 km/h) or above, it will not allow you to close
the top.
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NOTE:Rail lubrication is recommended every 2,000 cycles,
or if scratching noises due to dust are present. Refer to
“Fluids And Lubricants” in “Technical Specifications” for
information.
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 important
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.
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 damage
the top material. Also, increased water pressure 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
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a door or lowering a window while the top is wet
may allow water to drip into the vehicle’s interior.
• Use care when washing the vehicle, water pressure
directed at the weather strip seals may cause water to
leak into the vehicle’s interior.
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-quarters 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 additional 30 seconds.
5. Release the open button.
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6. Hold the closed button to move the top to the fullyclosed 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 one-quarter open
position.
This will confirm that the relearn procedure was success-
ful.
Auto open/close will now be functional, as well as trunk
lid operation, and remote keyless power top function.
NOTE: DO NOT interrupt this activity.
If the power convertible top does not relearn, repeat the
procedure a second time.
Wind Stop
The Wind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle.
The Wind Stop will not interfere with power top operation.
Therefore, it can remain installed when the top is up.
HOOD
Opening
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the bottom of the RED hood release lever, located on the left kick panel, rearward.
Hood Release Lever
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2. Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the hood,near the center, and raise the hood. 3. Lift the hood prop rod that clips to the right side (left
side when standing in front of the hood) of the engine
compartment. Place the hood prop rod in the hole of
hood hinge to secure the hood in the open position.
In hot climates, the prop rod may be hot. Pick up the prop
rod at the foam on the end of the prop rod.
Hood Safety Latch Location
Hood Prop Rod
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Closing
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving 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.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm)
and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless
hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
LIFTGATE
Opening
To unlock the liftgate, use the key fob or activate the power
door lock switches located on the driver door handle.
To open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release handle and
pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion.
Liftgate Handle
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WARNING!
•Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous
exhaust gases into your vehicle. You and your pas-
sengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the
liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle.
• If you are required to drive with the 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.
NOTE: Gas props support the liftgate in the open position.
However, because the gas pressure drops with tempera-
ture, it may be necessary to assist the props when opening
the liftgate in cold weather.
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
Storage
Glove Compartment
The glove compartment is located on the passenger side of
the instrument panel.
To open the glove compartment, pull the release handle.
Glove Compartment Latch
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Cupholders
Front Cupholders
For the driver and front passenger, cupholders are located
on the floor console between the front seats.
Rear Cupholders
For rear passengers, there are cupholders located on the
floor between the front driver and passenger seats.
Front Cupholders
Rear Cupholders
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