instrument panel FIAT 500E 2014 2.G Owner's Manual

REAR WINDOW FEATURES
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located in the
center of the instrument panel, below the radio. Press
this button to turn on the rear window defroster. Anindicator in the button will illuminate when the rear win-
dow defroster is on. The rear window defroster automati-
cally turns off after approximately 20 minutes. To manually
shut the defroster off, push the button a second time.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•
Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Folded Rear Seats
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..........155
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .................156
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS .....157
 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ...................... .165
▫ EVIC Control Buttons ..................166
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu ........................ .167
▫ Trip Computer ...................... .169
 SALES CODE (RAB) RADIO ..............171▫
Introduction ........................ .172
▫ Suggestions ......................... .172
▫ Technical Specifications .................174
▫ Quick Guide ........................ .175
▫ General Information ....................178
▫ Functions And Adjustments ..............179
▫ Radio ............................. .187
▫ SiriusXM Satellite Radio — If Equipped ......188
▫ CD Player .......................... .191
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▫CD MP3 Player ...................... .194
▫ Troubleshooting ...................... .196
 iPod®/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL —
IF EQUIPPED ........................ .197
 STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS ......198
▫ Radio Operation ..................... .199
▫ CD Player Operation ...................199 ▫
Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone
(If Equipped) ........................ .200
 CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE ...........200

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES . . .200
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ...................201
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ......201
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Side Vent6 — Storage Compartment 11 — Power Window Controls
2—Multifunction Lever – Light Control7 — Passenger Air Bag 12 — Heated Seat Controls/Front Fog Light Control
3 — Instrument Cluster And Electronic Vehicle
Information Center 8 — Rear Defrost Button 13 — ESC Off
4 — Windshield Wiper, Washer, Trip Computer 9 — Hazard Button 14 — Horn/Driver Airbag
5 — Central Air Vents 10 — Climate Controls
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Seat Belt Reminder LightWhen the ignition switch is first turned to ON/
RUN, this light will turn on if the driver’s seat belt
is unbuckled, a chime will sound. When driving,
if the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt
Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know
Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
2. Air Bag Warning Light
If this light turns on while driving, have the
system inspected at an authorized dealer as
soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Re-
straints” in “Things To Know Before Starting
Your Vehicle” for further information. 3. Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the Brake Warning Light turns
on it may indicate that the parking brake is
applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is
a problem with the brake system reservoir.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is neces-
sary.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is
dangerous. You could have a collision. Have the
vehicle checked immediately.
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Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS), are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the
Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS
Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked by
turning the ignition switch from the OFF/LOCK position
to the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for
approximately two seconds. The light should then turn
off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault is
detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the light
inspected by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi-
tion.NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is
applied. It does not show the degree of brake application.
4. Rear Defrost Button
Press and release this button to turn on the rear
window defroster. This indicator will illuminate
when the rear window defroster is on. The rear window
defroster automatically turns off after 20 minutes.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
• Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
5. Park/Headlight ON Indicator / Follow Me Home
(Headlight Delay) Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the park
lights or headlights are turned on. If the Follow
Me Home feature is activated this indicator
will illuminate and the EVIC will show how
long the function remains active. For further information,
refer to “Follow Me Home” in “Understanding The
Features of Your Vehicle”. 6. Vehicle Break-in/Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the Vehicle
Theft Alarm system has detected an attempt
was made to break into the vehicle.
7. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog
lights are on.
8. High Beam Indicator
This light indicates that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to switch the headlights to low beam.
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9. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation /
Malfunction Indicator LightThe 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 con-
tinuously a malfunction has been detected in the ESC
system. If this light remains on, see your authorized
dealer 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.
10. Electronic Stability Control OFF (ESC OFF)
Indicator Light
This light indicates the Electronic Stability Con-
trol system (ESC) has been turned off by the
driver.
11. Turn Signal Indicators The arrows will flash in unison with the exte-
rior turn signal, when using the turn signal
lever.
12. EV System Malfunction Indicator Light This indicator will illuminate when there is a
malfunction in the Electric Vehicle (EV) Sys-
tem. If the EV System Malfunction Indicator
light comes on while driving or charging see
your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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13. Regenerative Brake System LightIf 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 dealer as soon as possible.
14. Door Ajar Lights
These lights will turn on to indicate when the drivers,
passengers or both doors may be ajar.
15. Liftgate Ajar Light
This light will turn on to indicate when the liftgate may
be ajar. 16. Service Propulsion System Warning Light
The Service Propulsion System Warning Light
will illuminate if there is a malfunction de-
tected with the Propulsion System. If the light
comes on or remains on while driving see your
authorized dealer.
17. Plugged In Indicator
This green indicator will illuminate when the
vehicle is plugged in.
18. Plugged In Indicator This red indicator will illuminate if there is a
malfunction or interruption during the vehicle
charging process.
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