service FIAT 500L 2016 2.G User Guide

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
Red TelltaleLight What It Means
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash de-
pending on the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle is safely and
completely stopped and the shift lever is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn
off. If the light remains on with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable;
however, see an authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light continues to flash when the engine is running, immediate service is required and
you may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned to ON/
RUN and remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting,
have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
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Low Fuel Indicator Light
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Low Fuel Indicator Light
When the fuel level reaches approximately 3.0 gal (11.0 L) this light will turn on, and remain
on until fuel is added.
Passenger Air Bag Indicator Light
Yellow Telltale
Light What It Means
Passenger Air Bag Indicator Light
This light should come and remain on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the
ignition is first turned to the START or ON/RUN position. If the light stays on, or comes on
while driving it may indicate a problem with a passenger air bag system, if the light flickers
it may indicate an air bag warning bag failure. Have an authorized dealer service the air bag
system immediately.
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Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Yellow TelltaleLight What It Means
Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is a part of an Onboard Diagnostic
System called OBD II that monitors engine and automatic transmission control systems. The
light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position before engine start. If the bulb
does not come on when turning the key from OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked
promptly.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor quality fuel, etc., may illuminate
the light after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through sev-
eral typical driving styles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not
require towing.
When the engine is running, the MIL may flash to alert serious conditions that could lead to
immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage. The vehicle should be ser-
viced as soon as possible if this occurs.
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CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine
control system. It also could affect fuel economy and
driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss will soon occur.
Immediate service is required.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced
above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal
operating conditions. This can cause a fire if you
drive slowly or park over flammable substances such
as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result
in death or serious injury to the driver, occupants or
others.
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EVIC Screen
The EVIC will display the following:
•Time
• Date or trip distance display in miles or kilometers
• Outside temperature
• Gear Indicator
• Odometer (display of distance travelled in miles/
kilometers)
• Car status indication (e.g. doors open, possible ice on
road, service, etc.)
EVIC Control Buttons
The EVIC control buttons are located on the instrument
panel below the radio.
Push and release the MENUbutton briefly to access the
menu and/or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option. Push and hold the
MENUbutton (approxi-
mately one second) to return to the main screen.
Push and release the UP
button to scroll upward
through the displayed menu and the related options
or to increase the displayed value.
Push and release the DOWNbutton to scroll down-
ward through the displayed menu and the related
options or to decrease the value displayed.
NOTE: UPand DOWNbuttons activate differ-
ent functions according to the following situations:
• To scroll the menu options upwards or downwards.
• To increase or decrease values during settings.
NOTE: When opening one of the front doors, the EVIC
display will turn on the clock, the external temperature
and the miles or kilometers covered (for versions/
markets, where provided) for a few seconds.
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Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu
The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a
cycle. The menu includes the following functions:
NOTE:Some of the Menu Items could be managed by
Uconnect (if equipped). In that case, some of these are not
present in EVIC but in Uconnect.
• Dimmer
• Headlight Adj
• Speed Buzzer
• Headlamp Sensor
• Cornering Lights
• Rain Sensor
• Trip B Data •
Set Time
• Set Date
• First Page
• See Radio
• Autoclose
• Units
• Language
• Buzzer Volume
• Seat Belt Buzzer
• Service
• Passenger Airbag
• Day Lights
• Hill Start
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Seat Belt Buzzer (Buzzer Activation For BeltAlert
Indication)
This function will only be displayed after a FIAT Group
Automobiles Dealership has deactivated the BeltAlert
system. Refer to “Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder
System BeltAlert” in “Occupant Restraints” for further
information.
To reactivate this function, proceed as follows:
•Push and release the UP
orDOWNbutton
briefly; Offwill flash on the display. Push and
release the or UP
orDOWNbutton and On
will appear;
• Push and release the SET ESCbutton briefly to return
to the submenu screen or hold the button down to
return to the main menu screen without saving.
Service (Scheduled Servicing)
This function allows you to display the information
about km/mileage intervals or, for versions/markets,
where provided, time intervals for car servicing.
To consult this display, proceed as follows:
• Briefly push the MENUbutton: the display shows
when servicing is due in km/mi or days (where
provided) or mi or days (where provided) according to
the previous setting (see paragraph Units of measure-
ment);
• Push the MENUbutton briefly to return to the menu
screen or hold it down to return to the standard screen.
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NOTE:The “Scheduled Servicing Plan” includes car
maintenance at fixed intervals. This is displayed auto-
matically, with ignition key at MAR/ON, 2000 km (or
equivalent value in miles) before servicing or, where
provided, 30 days before servicing. It is also displayed
each time the key is turned to MAR/ON or every 200 km
(or equivalent value in miles). Below this threshold
servicing indications are more frequent. The display will
be in km or miles according to the unit of measurement
set. When the next scheduled service is approaching, the
word “Service” will appear on the display, followed by
the number of kilometres/miles or days left, when the
key is turned to MAR/ON. Go to a Fiat Dealership,
where the Scheduled Servicing Plan operations will be
performed and the message will be reset.
When the service interval is reached and for about
1000 km/600 mi or 30 days, a service due message is
displayed.Airbag/Passenger Bag (Activation/Deactivation Of
Passenger Side Front Airbag And Side Bag For
Pelvis, Chest And Shoulder Protection)
This function allows the passenger airbag to be activated /
deactivated.
Proceed as follows:
• Push the MENUbutton and, after the message Bag
pass: Off (to deactivate) or Bag pass: On(to activate)
is displayed by pushing UPand DOWN buttons, push
the MENU button again;
• A confirmation request message will appear on the
display;
• By pushing the UPorDOWN buttons select Ye s(to
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SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
After pressing the “SiriusXM Setup” button on the touch-
screen, the following settings will be available:
•Channel Skip
SiriusXM can be programmed to designate a group of
channels that are the most desirable to listen to or to
exclude undesirable channels while scanning. To make
your selection, press the “Channel Skip” button on the
touchscreen, select the channels you would like to skip.
• Subscription Information
New vehicle purchasers or lessees will receive a free
limited time subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio
with your radio. Following the expiration of the free
services, it will be necessary to access the information on
the Subscription Information screen to re-subscribe.
Press the “Subscription Info” button on the touchscreen
to access the Subscription Information screen. Write down the SIRIUS ID numbers for your receiver. To
reactivate your service, either call the number listed on
the screen or visit the provider online.
NOTE:
SiriusXM Travel Link is a separate subscription
and is available for U.S. residents only.
Restore Settings
After pressing the “Restore Settings” button on the
touchscreen the following settings will be available:
• Restore Settings
When this feature is selected it will reset Display, Clock,
Audio, and Radio Settings to their default. To restore the
settings to their default setting press the “Yes” or “No”
button on the touchscreen.
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NOTE:If you experience difficulty in playing a particular
disc, it may be damaged (i.e., 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.
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
Under certain conditions, the mobile phone being on in
your vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performance from
your radio. This condition may be lessened or eliminated
by relocating the mobile phone antenna. This condition is
not harmful to the radio. If your radio performance does
not satisfactorily “clear” by the repositioning of the
antenna, it is recommended that the radio volume be
turned down or off during mobile phone operation.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
Manual Climate Control System
Controls
The Manual Climate controls consist of a series of rotary
dials, an inner push knob and two push buttons.
Manual Temperature Controls (MTC)
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