traction control FIAT 500L LIVING 2015 2.G Owners Manual

DST (Dynamic Steering
Torque or steering
corrector) system
62)
The DST (steering corrector) function
uses the integration of the ESC system
with the electric power steering to
increase the safety level of the whole
vehicle. In critical situations
(understeering, oversteering, braking
with different grip conditions), through
the DST function the ESC system
controls the steering to implement an
additional torque contribution on the
steering wheel, to suggest the most
correct manoeuvre to the driver.
ERM (Electronic Rollover
Mitigation) SYSTEM
63)
The system monitors the tendency of
the wheels to rise from the ground if the
driver performs extreme manoeuvres
like quick steering to avoid an obstacle,
especially in poor road conditions.
If these conditions occur, the system
intervenes on the brakes and engine
power to reduce the possibility that the
wheels are raised from the ground. It
is not possible to avoid tendency to roll
over if the phenomenon is due to
reasons such as driving on high side
gradients, collision with objects or other
vehicles.
WARNING
44)When the ABS intervenes and you feel
the brake pedal pulsating, do not reduce
the pressure, but hold it down firmly and
confidently; in doing so you will brake
in the shortest distance possible,
depending on the current road conditions.
45)To obtain the maximum efficiency of
the braking system, a bedding-in period of
about 500 km is needed: during this period
it is better to avoid sharp, repeated and
prolonged braking.46)If the ABS intervenes, this indicates
that the traction of the tyres on the road is
about to reach its limit. You must slow
down to a speed compatible with the
available grip.
47)The ABS cannot alter the natural laws
of physics, and cannot increase grip which
depends on the condition of the road.
48)The ABS cannot prevent accidents,
including those due to excessive speed on
corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or
aquaplaning.
49)The capability of the ABS must never
be tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in
such a way as to compromise personal
safety and the safety of others.
50)For the correct operation of the ABS,
the tyres must of necessity be the same
make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the prescribed
type and dimensions.
51)The HBA system cannot increase tyre
grip on the road over the limits imposed by
laws of physics: always drive carefully
according to the conditions of the road
surface.
52)The HBA system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
53)The HBA system is an aid for the driver,
who must always pay full attention while
driving. The responsibility always rests with
the driver. The capability of the HBA
system must never be tested irresponsibly
and dangerously, in such a way as to
compromise the safety of the driver, the
other occupants of the car or any other
road user.
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54)The ESC system cannot alter the
natural laws of physics, and cannot
increase grip which depends on the
condition of the road.
55)The ESC system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
56)The capability of the ESC system must
never be tested irresponsibly and
dangerously, in such a way as to
compromise the safety of the driver, the
other occupants of the car or any other
road user.
57)For the correct operation of the ESC
and ASR systems it is extremely important
that the tyres are the same brand and
the same type on all the wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, the
recommended type and size.
58)The performance of the ESC and ASR
systems must not encourage the driver
to take unnecessary risks. Your driving style
must always be suited to the road
conditions, visibility and traffic. The driver
is, in any case, responsible for safe driving.
59)The ESC functions even when the
space-saver wheel is being used. Always
remember that the space-saver wheel,
being smaller than the original wheel,
provides less grip.
60)The Hill Holder system is not a parking
brake; therefore, never leave the car
without having engaged the handbrake,
turned the engine off and engaged first
gear, so that the vehicle is parked in safe
conditions (for further information read the
"Parking" paragraph in the "Starting and
driving" chapter).61)There may be situations on small
gradients (less than 5%), with car laden, in
which the Hill Holder system may not
activate, causing a slight reversing motion
and increasing the risk of collision with
another vehicle or object. The driver is, in
any case, responsible for safe driving.
62)DST is an aid for driving and does not
relieve the driver of responsibility while
driving the vehicle.
63)The performance of a vehicle with ERM
must never be tested in imprudent or
dangerous ways, with the possibility of
putting the safety of the driver or other
people at risk.
DRIVING
ASSISTANCE
SYSTEMSThe vehicle can be equipped with the
following active safety devices:
❒Traction Plus;
❒City Brake Control - "Collision
Mitigation";
❒iTPMS.
For the operation of the systems, see
the following pages.TRACTION PLUS SYSTEM(for versions/markets, where provided)
The system works as a driving aid,
useful for setting off in poor grip
conditions (snow, ice, mud, etc.), which
allows the drive force to be distributed
optimally on the front axle.
The system acts by braking the wheels
with poor grip (or those slipping more
than the others), transferring the drive
force to those which have greater
grip on the ground.
The activation of the Traction Plus
system generates the differential locking
effect on the front axle through the
braking system, to optimise traction on
irregular terrain.
When the engine is started the system
is deactivated.
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WHEELS AND TYRESSUGGESTIONS ABOUT
THE ROTATION OF THE
TYRES
164)
77) 78) 79) 80)
The front and rear tyres are subject to
different loads and stress due to
steering, manoeuvres and braking. For
this reason they are subject to uneven
wear.
To resolve this problem, tyres should be
rotated at the appropriate time. This
operation is recommended for tyres
with a deep tread pattern, suitable both
for on-road and off-road driving.
Tyre rotation contributes to the
preservation of the grip and traction
performance on wet, muddy or snowy
roads, guaranteeing optimal driveability
of the vehicle.
In the case of irregular wear of the
tyres, the reason must be identified and
corrected before rotating them.
WARNING
164)Do not cross switch the tyres if they
are "one-way" type. In this case, always
take care not to fit the tyres with a direction
of rotation that is opposite to that
indicated: you would risk losing grip and
control of the vehicle.
WARNING
77)Road holding depends also on the
correct tyre inflating pressure.
78)If the pressure is too low the tyre
overheats and this can cause it serious
damage.
79)Do not cross switch the tyres, moving
them from the right of the vehicle to the left
and vice versa.
80)Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
BODYWORKPRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paintwork
81)
7)
Touch up abrasions and scratches
immediately to prevent the formation of
rust. On some versions the car may
be equipped with an exclusive matt
paint which, in order to be maintained
intact, requires special care.
82)
To correctly wash the vehicle, follow
these instructions:
❒if the vehicle is washed remove the
aerial from the roof;
❒if high pressure jets or cleaners are
used to wash the vehicle, keep a
distance of at least 40 cm from the
bodywork to avoid damage or
alteration. Build up of water could
cause damage to the vehicle in the long
term;
❒wash the bodywork using a low
pressure jet of water;
❒wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy
solution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing the sponge;
❒rinse well with water and dry with a
jet of air or a chamois.
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Performance (top speed) ................ 173
Prescriptions for handling the
vehicle at the end of its life ........... 192
Pretensioners ................................. 74R
ain sensor .................................. 22
Rear seats...................................... 11
Rear view camera .......................... 103
Rear view mirrors ........................... 15
Rear window wiper/washer ............ 22
Reconfigurable multifunction
display ......................................... 42
Refuelling the vehicle ...................... 105
Rims and tyres provided................. 164
Roof lights...................................... 23
S
BR (Seat Belt Reminder)
system ......................................... 73
Scheduled servicing ....................... 133
Seat belts....................................... 72
Seats ............................................. 11
Setup menu ................................... 43
Side bags....................................... 90
side direction indicators (bulb
replacement) ................................ 119
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL) (bulb replacement) .............. 119
Side/taillights - dipped beam
headlights .................................... 20Speed Limiter................................. 100
Starting the engine ......................... 93
Steering lock .................................. 10
Steering wheel ............................... 14
Stop/Start system .......................... 98
Supplementary Restraint System
(SRS) - Airbag .............................. 86
Supplies ......................................... 181
Symbols......................................... 3
The keys ....................................... 8
Third-row rear seats ....................... 12
Tips, controls and general
information ................................... 194
Towing the vehicle .......................... 130
Towing trailers ................................ 104
Traction Plus system ...................... 67
Tyre inflation pressure ..................... 167U
connect 5 Radio/Uconnect 5
Radio Nav .................................... 196
Use of the Owner Handbook.......... 3
Using the Dualogic gearbox ........... 96
Using the manual gearbox ............. 95
V
ersion with LPG system .............. 33
Version with methane system
(Natural Power) ............................ 36
W
arning lights and messages ....... 45
Weights.......................................... 175
Wheel (changing)............................ 109
Wheels and tyres ........................... 157
Wheels ........................................... 164
Window bag .................................. 90
Window cleaning............................ 21
Windscreen/rear window wiper ...... 155
Windscreen wiper/washer .............. 21