climate control FIAT 500E 2018 Owners Manual

INTERIOR
Interior
1 — Door Handles4 — Climate Controls
2 — Seats 5 — Gear Selector
3 — Switch Panel
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CONTENTS
HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY .................16
 500e ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES ..........18
▫ Audible Pedestrian Warning System ..........18
▫ Single-Speed Transmission .................18
▫ Auto Park .............................18
▫ E-Park ...............................18
▫ Climate Control (HVAC System) .............19
▫ Electric Air Conditioning Compressor .........19
▫ Electric Power Steering ....................19
▫ Smartphone Features (Not Available In Canada) . .20
 HIGH VOLTAGE CHARGING OPERATION .....21
▫ SAE J1772 Charging Inlet ..................21
▫ AC Level 1 Charging (120V, 15 Amp) .........22
▫ AC Level 2 Charging (240V, 30 Amp) .........35▫
Charge Times ..........................36
 KEYS .................................36
▫ Key With Remote Control ..................36
 IGNITION SWITCH .......................38
▫ Mechanical Ignition Switch .................38
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder .................40
 SENTRY KEY ...........................40
▫ Key Programming ......................41
▫ Replacement Keys .......................41
▫ General Information .....................41
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ...............41
▫ To Arm The System .....................42
▫ To Disarm The System ....................423

▫Interior Light Timing (On/Right Position) ......59
▫ Dimmer Control ........................60
▫ Ambient Light ..........................60
▫ Cargo Area Lights .......................60
 WIPERS AND WASHERS ...................60
▫ Front Windshield Wiper Operation ...........61
▫ Rear Windshield Wiper ...................62
 CLIMATE CONTROLS .....................63
▫ Automatic Temperature Control Overview ......64
▫ Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) —
If Equipped ...........................69
▫ Operating Tips .........................70
 WINDOWS .............................72
▫ Power Window Controls ..................72
▫ Auto-Down ............................73
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................73
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..........73▫
To Open ..............................74
▫ To Close ..............................74
▫ Wind Buffeting .........................74
▫ Sun Shade — If Equipped .................75
▫ Pinch Protect Feature .....................75
▫ Emergency Operation .....................75
 HOOD ................................76
▫ Opening .............................76
▫ Closing ...............................77
 LIFTGATE .............................78
▫ Opening .............................78
 INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ...................78
▫ Storage ..............................78
▫ Cupholders ...........................79
▫ Sun Visors .............................80
▫ Electrical Power Outlets ..................80
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E-Park is activated when the driver pushes the PARK
button. An electric motor activates the parking pawl and
locks the single-speed transmission when the vehicle is
placed into PARK. This will prevent any unwanted move-
ment of the vehicle.
NOTE:The engagement of the E-Park can be heard when
there is no noise in the interior of the vehicle, this is a
normal condition.
Climate Control (HVAC System)
Your 500e is equipped with an Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) HVAC system. This HVAC system utilizes a
humidity sensor, cabin sensor, and ambient temperature
sensor to choose operation mode and control cabin com-
fort. These components allow the controller to operate the
HVAC system in a very efficient manner to maximize
driving range.
Your 500e also uses an electric air heater to provide heat to
the cabin.
Electric Air Conditioning Compressor
Your 500e uses an electric air conditioning compressor. The
air conditioning compressor is powered by the high volt-
age battery system and is used to cool the vehicle occu-
pants and the high voltage battery while the vehicle is
being driven or when it is being charged.
The high voltage battery may require cooling to keep the
vehicle running. The air conditioning compressor activates
without any input from the occupant.
NOTE: The AC system helps cool the high voltage battery.
If the air conditioning system should require service, see an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Electric Power Steering
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Power Steering
(EPS) system. The power steering system requires no
maintenance and operates without the use of power steer-
ing fluid.
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Smartphone Features (Not Available In Canada)
With the Uconnect app, you can monitor the state of charge
of the high voltage battery or initiate charging from your
phone. You can also turn on your vehicle’s climate control
system remotely. The app provides the following features:
•Monitor battery charge level
• Display available driving distance
• Check charging status
• Remotely activate vehicle climate control system
• Unlock and lock doors
• Assist with locating your vehicle
• Locate charging stations
• Send a point-of-interest to your vehicle’s navigation
system
• Schedule a charge
• View energy consumed
• Notifications for charging and preconditioning events How do I get the Uconnect
smartphone App?
Download the Uconnect app from the following websites:
https://itunes.apple.com (Apple users) or https://
play.google.com/store/apps (Android users)
Registration Website
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•charge low limited power mode — turtle flashes at 0%
until condition changes.
NOTE: The limited power mode can also be activated if the
high voltage battery temperature is too high or too low.
NOTE: At 0% state of charge or below the following
features will be disabled if in use:
• Heated Seats
• Electronic Speed Control
• Climate Controls Instrument Panel State Of Charge Indicator
In addition to the battery gauge your vehicle is equipped
with a visual state of charge indicator. The state of charge
indicator is made up of five lights that are mounted to the
center of the instrument panel.
The state of charge indicator represents the current state of
charge for the high voltage battery. The state of charge
indicator lights quickly to identify the battery state of
charge while the vehicle is being charged. Each light
represents the battery’s current percentage of charge.
Charge Low Limited Power ModeState Of Charge Indicator
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Spotter Mirror — If Equipped
Some models are equipped with a driver’s side spotter
mirror. The spotter mirror allows for a greater range of
visibility on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature will be activated whenever you turn on the
rear window defroster (if equipped). Refer to “Climate
Controls” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further
information.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Multifunction Lever
The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the
steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights,
headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals.
NOTE: The headlights can only be turned on with the
ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Headlights
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever upward
to the first detent for headlight operation.
Spotter Mirror
Headlight Operation
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NOTE:The windshield wipers/washers will only operate
with the ignition in the ON/RUN position. Rear Windshield Washer Operation
Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the in-
strument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and hold
the lever for more than a half second and the wipers will
activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is
released.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control System allows you to regulate the
temperature, air flow, and direction of air circulating
throughout the vehicle. The controls are located on the
touchscreen (if equipped) and on the instrument panel
below the radio.
Rear Wiper Operation
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IconDescription
Front Defrost Button
Push and release to change the current airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indicator illumi-
nates when this feature is ON. Air comes from the windshield and side window demist outlets.
When the defrost button is selected, the blower level will increase. Use Defrost mode with maxi-
mum temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting and defogging. Per-
forming this function will cause the ATC to switch into manual mode. If the front defrost mode
is turned off then the climate system returns the previous setting.
Rear Defrost Button
Rear Defrost Button — If Equipped
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn on the rear window defroster and the
heated outside mirrors (if equipped). An indicator illuminates when the rear window defroster
is on. The rear window defroster automatically turns off after a short period of time.
Blower Control Up And Down Buttons
Provides the occupants with blower control. Push the UP button to increase blower speed. Push
the DOWN button to decrease blower speed.
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IconDescription
Mix Mode
Mix Mode
Air is directed through the floor, defrost, and side window demister outlets. This setting works
best in cold or snowy conditions that require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good
for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield.
Climate Control Off Button
Push and release this button to turn the Climate Control on/off.
Temperature Up And Down Button
Provides the occupants with temperature control. Push the Up button for warmer temperature
settings. Push the Down button for cooler temperature settings.
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