tire pressure FIAT 500E 2013 2.G User Guide

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWELCOME FROM FIAT...............2
IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION ......4
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDRIVER COCKPIT .................. 6
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ...............8
GETTING STARTEDELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES ..........10
ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION .........13
CHARGING THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY ...16
STARTING YOUR 500e ............... 18
KEY FOB ....................... 19
THEFT ALARM ................... 19
POWER DOOR LOCKS ..............20
SEAT BELT ...................... 20
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) -
AIR BAGS ...................... 21
CHILD RESTRAINTS ................ 22
FRONT SEATS .................... 24
REAR SEATS ..................... 26
TILT STEERING ................... 26
HEATED SEATS ................... 27
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEXTENDING YOUR DRIVING RANGE PER
CHARGE....................... 28
TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER ...30
WIPER/WASHER LEVER ..............32
SPEED CONTROL .................. 33
POWER WINDOWS ................ 34
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROLS (ATC) ................. 35
REAR PARK ASSIST ................. 36
POWER SUNROOF ................. 36
WIND BUFFETING ................. 37
ELECTRONICSYOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ........38
AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND
SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO ............40
BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE OPERATION .....42
iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL ............46
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ................... 47
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ...........47
TRIP BUTTON .................... 48
POWER OUTLET .................. 49
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING................. 50
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC .)............... 50
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ........51INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS...51
TIREFIT KIT ..................... 54
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE — 12 VOLT
BATTERY ....................... 60
MANUAL PARK RELEASE .............62
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .........63
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM ....................... 64
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............64
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .........65
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD ..............66
UNDERHOOD COMPARTMENT .........67
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES .............68
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...........69
FUSES ......................... 71
TIRE PRESSURES .................. 73
TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS ....74
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE ........75
EXTERIOR BULBS ................. 75
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
FIAT CUSTOMER CENTER.............76ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED...76
PUBLICATIONS ORDERING ...........76
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE
UNITED STATES ................... 77
MOPAR ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® ...78
INDEX....................... 79
FAQ(HowTo?)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS........80
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Electric Vehicle System Warning Light
- Regenerative Brake System Warning Light
- 12 Volt Battery Charging System Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
- Air Bag Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
- Power Steering System Warning Light
- Service Propulsion System Warning Light
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
(See page 51 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
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Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu With Submenu:
•Briefly press the MENU ESC button to display the first submenu option.
• Press the + or – button (by single presses) to scroll through all the submenu options.
• Briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the displayed submenu option and to open
the relevant setup menu.
• Press the + or – button (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu
option.
• Briefly press the MENU ESC button to store the new setting and go back to the
previously selected submenu option.
• Press and hold the MENU ESC button to return to the main menu (short hold) or the
main screen (longer hold).
TRIP BUTTON
•The Trip button is located on the end of the wiper lever to the right of the steering
column. The trip button can be used to
display and reset the following functions:
• Instant Consumption (Kilowatts)
• Trip A
• Trip B
• Tire Pressure
• Short press (less than 1 second) to display
different functions.
• Long press (more than 1 second) to reset
and start a new trip .
New Trip
•A new trip can be reset or restarted by:
• “Manual” resetting by the user, by
pressing the Trip button;
•
“Automatically” resetting, when the “Trip
distance” reaches 999 .9 miles or when the
“Travel time” reaches 99 .59 (99 hours and
59 minutes);
Start Of Trip Procedure
• With the ignition key on, press and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset
Trip A or Trip B.
Exit Trip
• The Trip function is over when all the values have been displayed or holding the MENU
ESC button for longer than one second.
•
Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing
settings.
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- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation / Malfunction
Indicator Light
• The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
for four seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position. If the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running,
a malfunction has been detected in the ESC system. If this light remains on, see your
authorized studio as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
NOTE:
• The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come
on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN.
• Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC system will be ON even if it was
turned off previously .
• ESC Activation/Malfunction Light can blink during a ESC or TC intervention.
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
•Each tire, should be checked monthly, when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper
tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
• As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your
tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure .Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat
and can lead to tire failure .Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability .
• IF THE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING INDICATING A LOW TIRE PRESSURE, ADJUST
THE AIR PRESSURE IN THE LOW TIRE TO THE AIR PRESSURE SHOWN ON THE
VEHICLE PLACARD OR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE LABEL LOCATED ON THE
DRIVER'S DOOR. NOTE: AFTER INFLATION, THE VEHICLE MAY NEED TO BE
DRIVEN FOR 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL TURN OFF.
• Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale .
• Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly .The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale .When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence
will continue each time the vehicle is restarted as long as the malfunction exists .
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•When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect orsignal low tire pressure as intended .TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons,
including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that pre-
vent the TPMS from functioning properly .Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly .
NOTE:
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature
change.Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the
Winter .Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the outside temperature is
32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa),
which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS
pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle .
Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement
equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style .Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage .Do not use tire sealant from a can, or balance beads if your vehicle is
equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.
BRAKE- Brake Warning Light
• The Brake Warning light illuminates when there is either a system malfunction or the
parking brake is applied. If the light is on and the parking brake is not applied, it indicates
a possible brake hydraulic malfunction, brake booster problem or an Anti-Lock Brake
System problem.
• Please have your vehicle serviced immediately .
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may
have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle .You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately .
- 12 Volt Charging System Light
•This light shows the status of the 12 Volt electrical charging system .If the charging system light
remains on, it means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging system .
•We recommend you do not continue driving if the charging system light is on. Have the
vehicle serviced immediately .
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- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
•This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
• If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, we recommend
you drive to the nearest authorized studio immediately and have the vehicle serviced
immediately .
- Air Bag Warning Light
•If the light is not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the vehicle
serviced by an authorized studio immediately .
TIREFIT KIT
•Your vehicle may be equipped with a TIREFIT kit. The TIREFIT kit is located under the
front driver’s seat.
• Small punctures up to 1/4 in (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with TIREFIT .Foreign
objects (e .g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire .TIREFIT can be used
in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C) .
• This kit will provide a temporary tire seal, allowing you to drive your vehicle up to
100 miles (160 km) with a maximum speed of 55 mph (88 km/h).
TIREFIT Storage
• The TIREFIT kit is located in the rear cargo area.
TIREFIT Kit Components and Operation
1. Sealant Bottle
2. Deflation Button
3. Pressure Gauge
4. Power Button
5. Mode Select Knob
6. Sealant Hose (Clear)
7. Air Pump Hose (Black)
8. Power Plug
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Using The Mode Select Knob and Hoses
•Your TIREFIT kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode.
Selecting Air Mode
• Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position for air pump operation only .Use the
Black Air Pump Hose (7) when selecting this mode .
Selecting Sealant Mode
• Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant and to
inflate the tire .Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose) (6) when selecting this mode .
Using The Power Button
• Push and release the Power Button (4) once to turn On the TIREFIT kit. Push and release
the Power Button (4) again to turn Off the TIREFIT kit.
Using The Deflation Button
• Press the Deflation Button (2) to reduce the air pressure in the tire if it becomes
over-inflated.
TIREFIT Usage Precautions
• Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration
date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to
“Sealing a Tire with TIREFIT” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement” .
• The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one tire application use .After each use,
always replace these components immediately at an authorized studio .
• When the TIREFIT sealant is in a liquid form, clean water, and a damp cloth will remove
the material from the vehicle or tire and wheel components .Once the sealant dries, it
can easily be peeled off and properly discarded.
• For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris
before connecting the TIREFIT kit.
• You can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires. The kit also comes with two
needles, located in the Accessory Storage Compartment (on the bottom of the air
pump) for inflating sport balls, rafts, or similar inflatable items .However, use only the
Air Pump Hose (7) and make sure the Mode Select Knob (5) is in the Air Mode when
inflating such items to avoid injecting sealant into them. The TIREFIT Sealant is only in-
tended to seal punctures less than 1/4 in (6 mm) diameter in the tread of your vehicle .
• Do not lift or carry the TIREFIT kit by the hoses.
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NOTE:
If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense
from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6).
•If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant Hose (6):
1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose (typically
takes 30 - 70 seconds). As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose (6), the Pressure
Gauge (3) can read as high as 70 psi (5 kPa). The Pressure Gauge (3) will decrease
quickly from approximately 70 psi (5 kPa) to the actual tire pressure when the Sealant
Bottle (1) is empty .
2. The pump will start to inject air into the tire immediately after the Sealant Bottle (1) is
empty .Continue to operate the pump and inflate the tire to the pressure indicated on
the tire pressure label on the driver-side latch pillar (recommended pressure). Check the
tire pressure by looking at the Pressure Gauge (3).
• If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 kPa) pressure within 15 minutes:
• The tire is too badly damaged. Do not attempt to drive the vehicle further .Call for
assistance .
NOTE:
If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure to
the recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
• If the tire does not inflate to at least 26 psi (1.8 kPa) pressure within 15 minutes:
1. Press the Power Button (4) to turn off the TIREFIT kit.
2. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the top of the Sealant Bottle (1) and place the
sticker on the instrument panel.
3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the valve stem, reinstall the cap
on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the TIREFIT kit in the vehicle storage
location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive Vehicle” .
(D) Drive Vehicle:
•Immediately after injecting sealant and inflating the tire, drive the vehicle 5 miles (8 km)
or 10 minutes to ensure distribution of the TIREFIT Sealant within the tire .Do not
exceed 55 mph (88 km/h).
(E) After Driving:
•Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever You Stop to Use TIREFIT” before continuing .
1.Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Air Mode position.
2. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw the fitting at the end of hose
(7) onto the valve stem.
3. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicles 12 Volt power outlet.
4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge (3).
• If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 kPa), the tire is too badly damaged. Do not
attempt to drive the vehicle further. Call for assistance.
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If the tire pressure is 19 psi (1.3 kPa) or higher:
1.Press the Power Button (4) to turn on TIREFIT and inflate the tire to the pressure
indicated on the tire and loading information label on the driver-side door opening.
2. Disconnect the TIREFIT kit from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the valve stem and
unplug from 12 Volt outlet.
3. Place the TIREFIT kit in its proper storage area in the vehicle .
4. Have the tire inspected and repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity at an
authorized studio or tire service center .
5. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized studio
as soon as possible .Refer to “(F) Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement. ”
NOTE:
• If the tire becomes over-inflated, press the Deflation Button to reduce the tire pressure
to the recommended inflation pressure before continuing.
• When having the tire serviced, advise the authorized studio or service center that the
tire has been sealed using the TIREFIT service kit.
(F) Sealant Bottle And Hose Replacement:
1. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) (clear in color).
2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant
bottle .
3. Press the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up.Remove the
bottle and dispose of it accordingly .
4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing.
5. Position the new Sealant Bottle (1) in the housing so that the Sealant Hose (6) aligns
with the hose slot in the front of the housing. Press the bottle into the housing.
An audible click will be heard indicating the bottle is locked into place .
6. Verify that the cap is installed on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) and
return the hose to its storage area (located on the bottom of the air pump) .
7. Return the TIREFIT kit to its storage location in the vehicle .
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CAUTION!
•The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be
handled carefully .
• Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can result
in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior .It can also result in
sealant contacting internal TIREFIT kit components which may cause permanent
damage to the kit.
WARNING!
• Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic .Pull far
enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the TIREFIT kit.
• Do not use TIREFIT or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances:
• If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4 in. (6 mm) or larger.
• If the tire has any sidewall damage .
• If the tire has any damage from driving with extremely low tire pressure .
• If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire .
• If the wheel has any damage .
• If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel.
• Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source .
• A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the
occupants of the vehicle .Always stow the TIREFIT kit in the place provided. Failure
to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.
• Take care not to allow the contents of TIREFIT to come in contact with hair, eyes,
or clothing. TIREFIT is harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin.
It causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty of water if
there is any contact with eyes or skin. Change clothing as soon as possible, if there is
any contact with clothing.
• TIREFIT Sealant solution contains latex .In case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult
a physician immediately .Keep TIREFIT out of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse
mouth immediately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water .Do not induce
vomiting! Consult a physician immediately .
•
TIREFIT is not a permanent flat tire repair .Have the tire inspected and repaired or re-
placed after using TIREFIT .Do not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h) until the tire is repaired or
replaced. Failure to follow this warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to
you, your passengers, and others around you .
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