air condition FIAT 500E 2018 Owner's Manual

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.
Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa)
during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure
build up or your tire pressure will be too low.
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and
within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi-
tions are such that the vehicle can be driven at high speeds,
maintaining correct tire inflation pressure is very impor-
tant. Increased tire pressure and reduced vehicle loading
may be required for high-speed vehicle operation. Refer to
an authorized tire dealer or original equipment vehicle
dealer for recommended safe operating speeds, loading
and cold tire inflation pressures.
WARNING!
High speed driving with your vehicle under maximum
load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could
cause them to fail. You could have a serious collision.
Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity
at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
Radial Ply Tires
WARNING!
Combining radial ply tires with other types of tires on
your vehicle will cause your vehicle to handle poorly.
The instability could cause a collision. Always use
radial ply tires in sets of four. Never combine them
with other types of tires.
Tire Repair
If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired if it meets
the following criteria:
• The tire has not been driven on when flat.
• The damage is only on the tread section of your tire
(sidewall damage is not repairable).
• The puncture is no greater thana¼ofaninch (6 mm).
Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs and
additional information.
Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that have
experienced a loss of pressure should be replaced immedi-
ately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and service
description (Load Index and Speed Symbol).
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Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles
(80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a rapid loss of inflation
pressure. This rapid loss of inflation is referred to as the
Run Flat mode. A Run Flat mode occurs when the tire
inflation pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a
Run Flat tire reaches the run flat mode it has limited
driving capabilities and needs to be replaced immediately.
A Run Flat tire is not repairable.
It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at full
capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the run flat
mode.
See the tire pressure monitoring section for more informa-
tion.
Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions, do not
spin your vehicle’s wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stopping.
Refer to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in “In Case Of Emer-
gency” for further information.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated
by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire damage or
failure. A tire could explode and injure someone. Do
not spin your vehicle’s wheels faster than 30 mph
(48 km/h) for more than 30 seconds continuously when
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a spinning
wheel, no matter what the speed.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to
help you in determining when your tires should be re-
placed.
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WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The Temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of
the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance, which all pas-
senger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
STORING THE VEHICLE
The preferred way of storing your vehicle for a long period
of time is to leave it attached to a Level 1 or Level 2 charger.
The vehicle has a wake-up feature that will wake the
system every 3 weeks and do a maintenance charge on the
12 Volt battery and also top off the high voltage battery if
necessary.
Anytime you store your vehicle, or keep it out of service
(e.g., vacation) for two weeks or more, run the air condi-
tioning system at idle for about five minutes in the fresh air
and high blower setting. This will ensure adequate system
lubrication to minimize the possibility of compressor dam-
age when the air conditioning system is started again.
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BODYWORK
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
Vehicle body care requirements vary according to geographic
locations and usage. Chemicals that make roads passable in
snow and ice and those that are sprayed on trees and road
surfaces during other seasons are highly corrosive to the
metal in your vehicle. Outside parking, which exposes your
vehicle to airborne contaminants, road surfaces on which the
vehicle is operated, extreme hot or cold weather and other
extreme conditions will have an adverse effect on paint,
metal trim, and underbody protection.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable
you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resis-
tance built into your vehicle.
What Causes Corrosion?
Corrosion is the result of deterioration or removal of paint
and protective coatings from your vehicle.
The most common causes are:
•Road salt, dirt and moisture accumulation.
• Stone and gravel impact.
• Insects, tree sap and tar.
• Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
• Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Body And Underbody Maintenance
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle is equipped with plastic headlights and fog
lights that are lighter and less susceptible to stone breakage
than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution followed
by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel
wool or other aggressive material to clean the lenses.
Preserving The Bodywork
Washing
•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your vehicle
in the shade using Mopar Car Wash, or a mild car wash
soap, and rinse the panels completely with clear water.
• If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumulated
on your vehicle, use Mopar Super Kleen Bug and Tar
Remover to remove.
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CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
To keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following
precautions:
•Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface.
• If the disc is stained, clean the surface with a soft cloth,
wiping from center to edge.
• Do not apply paper or tape to the disc; avoid scratching
the disc.
• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner, cleaners,
or anti-static sprays.
• Store the disc in its case after playing.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight.
• Do not store the disc where temperatures may become
too high.
NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular
disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, reflective coating
removed, a hair, moisture or dew on the disc), oversized, or
have protection encoding. Try a known good disc before
considering disc player service.
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MULTIMEDIA 281

Adding Washer Fluid........................217
AirBag ................................ .122
Advance Front Air Bag ....................122
Air Bag Operation ........................124
Air Bag Warning Light .....................121
Driver Knee Air Bag ..................... .125
Enhanced Accident Response .............130, 212
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................212
FrontAirBag .......................... .122
If Deployment Occurs .....................129
Knee Impact Bolsters ..................... .124
Maintaining Your Air Bag System .............131
Maintenance ............................131
Side Air Bags .......................... .125
Transporting Pets ........................148
Air Bag Light .......................90, 121, 149
Air Conditioner Maintenance ..................224
Air Conditioning Filter .......................71
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ................70
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..................224
Air Conditioning System .....................224
Air Pressure Tires................................. .237
Alarm Security Alarm ...........................41 Alarm System
Security Alarm ...........................41
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ................5
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) .................100
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................93, 96, 97
Arming System Security Alarm ...........................41
Audio Systems (Radio) .......................262
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................54
Automatic Transmission ..................... .157
Gear Ranges ............................159
Battery ...............................92, 218
Charging ...............................16
Charging System Light .....................92
Belts, Seat ............................... .149
Body Mechanism Lubrication ..................225
B-Pillar Location .......................... .232
Brake

Assist System ........................ .101
Brake Fluid ...............................259
Brake, Parking ............................ .156
Brake System ............................ .227
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................ .100
Fluid Check ............................227
Master Cylinder ........................ .227
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Diagnostic System, Onboard....................98
Dimmer Switch Headlight ...............................56
Door Ajar .................................92
Door Ajar Light ............................92
Doors ....................................44
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ........................46
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water .................................174
Electrical Power Outlets .......................80
Electric Remote Mirrors .......................55
Electric Vehicle Features .......................18
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) ..........24
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ...............102
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ...................180
Jacking ............................... .228
Towing ................................211
Engine Compartment .......................... .217
Starting ...............................155
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .........130, 212
Exterior Lighting ............................56 Exterior Lights
..........................56, 151
Filters Air Conditioning ..........................71
Flashers Turn Signals .......................56, 97, 151
Flash-To-Pass ..............................56
Fluid Leaks ...............................151
Fluid Level Checks Brake .................................227
Fluids, Lubricants And Genuine Parts ............259
Fog Lights ............................. .56, 57
Fold-Flat Seats .............................46
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ..................... .210
Fuses .................................. .184
Gear Ranges ............................. .159
General Information .....................110,275
General Maintenance ........................219
Glass Cleaning ............................254
GVWR ................................. .171
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ..........................174
292 INDEX