fuel FIAT 500L 2016 2.G User Guide

Values Displayed
Range
This indicates the distance which may be traveled with
the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving
conditions will not change. The message “----” will
appear on the display in the following cases:
•Distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km).
• The vehicle is parked for a long time with the engine
running.
NOTE: The range depends on several factors: driving
style, type of route (freeway, residential, mountain roads,
etc.), and conditions of use of the vehicle (load, tire
pressure, etc.). Trip planning must take into account the
above notes.
Distance Traveled
This value shows the distance covered since the last reset.
Average Economy
This value shows the approximate average consumption
since the last reset.
Instantaneous Economy
This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is con-
stantly updated. The message “----” will appear on the
display if the vehicle is parked with the engine running.
Average Speed
This value shows the vehicle’s average speed as a func-
tion of the overall time elapsed since the last reset.
Travel Time
This value shows the time elapsed since the last reset.
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Autoclose
With this function active, the doors will automatically
lock at when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 15 mph
(24 km/h).
To change the setting proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push and release theMENUbutton. Push the
UP
or DOWNbutton to highlight Autoclose.
Push and release the MENU button to enter Auto-
close MENU.
2. Push and release the UPor DOWNbutton for
setting.
3. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to go back
to the menu screen, or push and hold the MENU
button (approximately one second) to go back to the
main screen without storing the settings.
Units (Set Units)
This function may be used to set the measurement unit in
three submenus: “Distance,” “Temperature” and “Fuel
Economy, and Tire Pressure.”
To set the required unit, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton. Push and
release the UP
or DOWNbutton to highlight
Units. Push and release the MENUbutton to enter
Units MENU.
2. Push and release the UPor DOWNbutton to
navigate the three sub-menus.
3. Select the required sub-menu and then briefly push and release the MENUbutton.
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4. When accessing the “Distance” submenu, briefly pushand release the MENUbutton. Either “mi” or “km”
will appear on the display (according to the previous
setting).
5. Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton for
setting.
6. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to return to
the sub-menu.
7. When accessing the “Fuel Economy” submenu, briefly push and release the MENUbutton. Either “mpg,”
“km/l ” or “l/100km” will appear on the display
(according to the previous setting).
If the distance unit set is “mi,” the fuel economy unit will
be displayed in “mpg.”
If the distance unit set is “km,” the fuel economy unit will
be displayed in either km/l or l/100km. 1. Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton for
setting.
2. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to return to
the sub-menu.
3. When accessing the “Temperature” submenu: briefly push and release the MENUbutton. Either “°F” or
“°C” will appear on the display (according to the
previous setting).
4. Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton for
setting.
5. Briefly push and release the MENUbutton to return to
the Tire Pressure — PSI/KPA sub-menu.
When you have made the required settings, briefly push
and release the MENUbutton to go back to the sub-menu
screen, or push and hold the MENUbutton (approxi-
mately one second) to go back to the main screen without
storing the settings.
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designated turn within a programmed route. To make
your selection, press the “Navigation Turn-By-Turn In
Cluster” button on the touchscreen. Press the “On” or
“Off” button on the touchscreen to turn the Navigation
Turn-By-Turn In Cluster ON or OFF.
Units
•Units
When in this display, you may select to have the Driver
Information Display (DID), odometer, and navigation
system changed between US and Metric units of mea-
sure. Press “US,” “Metric” or “Custom.”
• Custom
When “Custom” is selected, you may select each unit of
measure independently displayed in the Driver Informa-
tion Display (DID), and navigation system. The following selectable units of measure are listed
below:
US
•Distance
Set to: “mi.”
• Fuel Consumption
Set to: “MPG” (US).
• Pressure
Set to: “psi.”
• Temperature
Set to: “°F.”
Metric •Distance
Set to: “km.”
• Fuel Consumption
Set to: “L/100 km.”
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•Pressure
Set to: “bar.”
• Temperature
Set to: “°C.”
Custom
Units can be customized independently from: •Distance
Select from: “mi” or “km.”
• Fuel Consumption
Select from: “MPG” (US), “MPG” (UK), “L/100 km”
or “km/L” according to distance unit measure cho-
sen.
• Pressure
Select from: “psi,” “kPa” or “bar.”
• Temperature
Select from: “°F” or “°C.”Voice
• Voice Response Length
When in this display, you may change the Voice Response
Length settings. To change the Voice Response Length, press
the “Brief” or “Long” button on the touchscreen.
•Show Command List
When in this display, you may change the Show Com-
mand List settings. To change the Show Command List
settings, press the “Never,” “w/Help” or “Always” but-
ton on the touchscreen.
Clock
After pressing the “Clock” button on the touchscreen the
following settings will be available:
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require extra heat to the windshield. This setting is
good for maintaining comfort while reducing mois-
ture on the windshield.
•Defrost
Air is directed through the windshield and
side window demister outlets. Use this mode
with maximum blower and temperature settings for
best windshield and side window defrosting.
NOTE: The air conditioning compressor operates in Mix
or Defrost, even if the Air Conditioning (A/C) button is
not pushed. This dehumidifies the air to help dry the
windshield. To improve fuel economy, use these modes
only when necessary.
Rear Window Defrosting
Push and release the rear window defrost button to turn
the function on/off. The activation of the function is indicated by the rear
defrost warning light on the instrument panel switching
on. The function is automatically deactivated after 20
minutes.
If equipped, push the rear defrost button to activate
defrosting of door mirrors and heated rear window.
NOTE:
Do not affix stickers to the inside of the heated
rear window over the heating filaments, to avoid damage
that might cause them to stop working properly.
Air Recirculation
Push and release the Air Recirculation button, so that the
LED on the button switch is on, to enter recirculation
mode. It is advisable to switch internal air recirculation
on while standing in traffic or in tunnels to prevent the
introduction of polluted air.
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▫Tire Inflation Pressures .................319
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .321
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .321
▫ Tire Types .......................... .322
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped .............323
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ...............324
▫ Tire Spinning ....................... .326
▫ Tread Wear Indicators ..................327
▫ Life Of Tire ........................ .328
▫ Replacement Tires .....................329
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) .......330
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS .....332
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) ............................. .333
▫ Base System ........................ .335
▫ General Information ....................338
 FUEL REQUIREMENTS — 1.4L Turbo ........338
▫ Reformulated Gasoline .................339
▫ Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ..............339
▫ MMT In Gasoline .....................340
▫ Materials Added To Fuel ................340
▫ Fuel System Cautions ...................341
▫ Carbon Monoxide Warnings .............342
 ADDING FUEL ....................... .342
 TRAILER TOWING .....................344
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3. If the engine fails to start within ten seconds, cycle theignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait five
seconds to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the
Extended Park Starting procedure.
4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the starter to cool for at least 10 minutes, then repeat
the procedure.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not crank con-
tinuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. Wait 10
to 15 seconds before trying again.
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
CAUTION!
•Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it
started. Vehicles equipped with a Euro Twin Clutch
Transmission cannot be started this way. Unburned
fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the
engine has started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle.
• To prevent damage to the starter, do not continu-
ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at
a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
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Downshifting
Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and
prolong engine life.
CAUTION!
If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift
at too high of a vehicle speed, these conditions may
cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is
selected and the clutch pedal is released. Damage to
the clutch and the transmission can result from
skipping a gear while downshifting or downshifting
at too high of a vehicle speed even if the clutch pedal
is held pressed (i.e., not released).
To maintain a safe speed and prolong brake life, shift
down to second or first when descending a steep grade. When turning a corner, or driving up a steep grade,
downshift early so that the engine will not be overbur-
dened.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION — IF EQUIPPED
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the follow-
ing precautions are not observed:
•
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only after
the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE, NEU-
TRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is above idle
speed.
• Before shifting into any gear, make sure your foot
is firmly pressing the brake pedal.
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REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. Shift into
REVERSE only after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for prolonged
periods with the engine running. The engine may be
started in this range. Apply the parking brake and shift
the transmission into PARK if you must leave the vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe
practices that limit your response to changing traffic
or road conditions. You might lose control of the
vehicle and have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other
reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can cause
severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recreational
Towing” in “Starting And Operating” and “Towing A
Disabled Vehicle” in “What To Do In Emergencies”
for further information.
DRIVE (D)
This range should be used for most city and highway
driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts and down-
shifts, and the best fuel economy. The transmission
automatically upshifts through all forward gears. The
DRIVE position provides optimum driving characteris-
tics under all normal operating conditions.
To maximize fuel economy, the Euro Twin Clutch Six
Speed Transmission uses a geartrain arrangement similar
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