tow 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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Flash To Pass
•Pull the lever toward you to activate the high beams. The high beams will remain on until
the lever is released.
Headlight Delay (Follow Me Home)
•Within two minutes of the ignition switch being turned to the OFF/LOCK position or the igni- tion key being removed from the ignition, pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel .
•Each movement of the lever toward the steering wheel will increase the illumination
period by 30 seconds, up to a maximum of 210 seconds.
• To deactivate, pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more
than two seconds.
NOTE:
Activation of Follow Me Home is only enabled once per key cycle and steps must be
repeated each time you want to activate it.
Fog Lights
• Push the fog light button, located on the climate controls, once to turn on the fog lights.
• Push the button a second time to turn the fog lights off.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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WIPER/WASHER LEVER
Front Wipers
Intermittent, Low and High Operation
•Move the lever downward to the first detent for intermittent wiper operation, the
second detent for low wiper operation and to the third detent for high wiper operation.
Mist
• Move the lever upward and release when a single wipe is desired.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; no washer fluid will be sprayed on the
windshield. The wash function must be activated to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
Washer Operation
• Pull the lever toward you and hold for as long as spray is desired.
Rear Wiper
Rear Wiper Operation
•Rotate the end of the lever to activate the rear wiper .
Rear Washer Operation
• Push the lever forward and hold for as long as spray is desired.
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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TRAILER TOWING
•Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
Towing ConditionWheels OFF the Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED
Dolly Tow Front OK
Rear NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer ALL OK
NOTE:
This vehicle must be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer with the front wheels OFFthe
ground.
UTILITY
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24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
•If your FIAT 500e requires jump start assistance, tire service, lockout service or towing
due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty, dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342.
See your Warranty booklet for further details.
• Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number .
• Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival.
If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know .With your consent, we will
contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Service Propulsion System Warning Light
• The Service Propulsion System Warning Light will illuminate if there is a malfunction
detected with the Propulsion System. If the light comes on or remains on while driving
see your authorized studio .
- Electric Vehicle System Warning Light
•This indicator will illuminate when there is a malfunction in the Electric Vehicle System.
If the EV malfunction light comes on while driving or charging see your authorized studio
as soon as possible .
- Regenerative Brake System Warning Light
•If the light turns on and remains on while driving, it suggests that there is a potential
problem with the Regenerative Brake System (RBS) and the need for system service .
See your authorized studio as soon as possible .
- Power Steering System Warning
•This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Power Steering System).
When the ignition is turned to the ON/RUN position, the warning light will illuminate
momentarily .If the warning light stays on, cycle the ignition to the OFF position and back
to ON/RUN. If the warning light stays on, contact your authorized Fiat Studio .
If the warning light switches on while driving you may not have steering assistance .Although
it will still be possible to steer the car, the effort needed to operate the steering wheel
could be increased: contact an authorized Fiat Studio as soon as possible .
Refer to “Power Steering” in “Starting and Operating” for further information.
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator Light
• This light indicates the ESC system has been turned off by the driver .
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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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 .
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
•This section describes procedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial
wrecker service .
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Single-Speed Transmission
Flat Tow NONE
NOT ALLOWED
Wheel Lift Rear
NOT ALLOWED
Front OK
Flatbed ALL OK
• This vehicle must be towed on a flatbed truck or vehicle trailer with the front wheels
OFF the ground.
•
If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc .) while being towed, the ignition must
be in the ON/RUN position, not the ACC position .
•If the ignition key is unavailable, or the battery is discharged, see “Manual Park Release” in
“What To Do In Emergencies” for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK
for towing.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use sling-type equipment when towing. When securing the vehicle to a flatbed
truck, do not attach to front or rear suspension components .Damage to your vehicle may
result from improper towing.
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
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Arming Theft System (Security Alarm)...19
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...35
Belts, Seat .................. 20
Bulb Replacement .............. 75
Charging ................... 16
Child Restraint ................ 22
Clock Setting ................ 41
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ......33
Customer Assistance ............76
Defects, Reporting .............. 77
Disarming, Theft System ...........19
Driver Cockpit ................ 6
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)..33
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .............. 47
Emergency, In Case of Brake Warning Light ..........53
Towing ................. 63
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ....64
Event Data Recorder ............65
Extending Driving Range ..........28
Exterior Lights ................ 75
Flash-To-Pass ................. 31
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ...........64
Front Heated Seats ............. 27
Fuse ..................... 71
Fuses ..................... 71
Heated Mirrors ............... 35
Heated Seats ................ 27
Hood Release ................ 66
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .....51
Lane Change Assist ............. 30
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren) ................. 22
Level 1 Charging ............... 13
Level 2 Charging ............... 13
Lights Turn Signal ............... 30Maintenance Schedule
............69
Mirrors Heated ................. 35
MOPAR® Accessories ............78
Placard, Tire and Loading Information ....73
Programmable Electronic Features .....47
Reclining Front Seats ............24
Recreational Towing ............. 50
Replacement Bulbs ............. 75
Reporting Safety Defects ..........77
Rotation, Tires ................ 74
Schedule, Maintenance ............69
Sea

t Belts .................. 20
Seats Adjustment ............... 24
Heated ................. 27
Setting the Clock .............. 41
Signals, Turn ................. 30
Speed Control Cancel .................. 34
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ......33
Store Radio Presets ............. 41
Stuck, Freeing ................ 64
Theft System Arming ............19
Theft System Disarming ...........19
TIREFIT ................... 54
Tires Air Pressure ............... 73
Pressure Warning Light .........52
Rotation ................. 74
Towing Disabled Vehicle ............. 63
Recreational ............... 50
Towing Vehicle Behind a Motorhome ....50
Turn Signals ................. 30
Washer Rear ................... 32
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care ........75
Wind Buffeting ............... 37
Wiper, Rear ................. 32
INDEX
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