sensor FIAT 500X 2014 2.G Owners Manual

▫High Beams .........................69
▫ Turn Signals ........................70
 INTERIOR LIGHTS .....................70
▫ Front Courtesy Light ...................70
▫ Rear Dome Light — If Equipped ..........73
▫ Cargo Area Lights .....................73
▫ Instrument Panel Dimmer And Ambient Light
Control ............................74
 WIPERS AND WASHERS .................75
▫ Front Wiper Operation .................75
▫ Rain Sensor — If Equipped ..............76
▫ Rear Window Wiper/Washer .............78
▫ Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped ....79
 CLIMATE CONTROLS ..................80
▫ Air Outlet And Diffuser Locations — Passenger
Compartment ........................80
▫ Manual Climate Controls Overview ........81
▫ Automatic Climate Control Overview .......86▫
Operating Tips .......................95
 WINDOWS ..........................98
▫ Driver’s Door Controls .................98
 POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED .......100
▫ Opening The Sunroof ..................101
▫ Closing The Sunroof ..................102
▫ Wind Buffeting ..................... .102
▫ Sun Shade ......................... .102
▫ Anti-Pinch Safety Device ...............102
▫ Emergency Operation ..................102
▫ Power Sunroof Relearn Procedure .........103
 HOOD ............................ .104
▫ Opening .......................... .104
▫ Closing ........................... .105
 LIFTGA

TE .......................... .106
▫ Opening .......................... .106
▫ Closing ........................... .107
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when the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to
the right of the button does not illuminate.
NOTE:This feature is disabled when the vehicle is
moving in reverse.
Outside Mirrors
Power Adjustment Mirrors
The power mirror switch is located on the driver ’s door
panel.
To adjust the mirror, push the mirror adjustment switch
in the four directions indicated by arrows. NOTE:
•
To adjust the power mirrors, the ignition must be in
RUN mode.
• Once the mirror is adjusted, rotate the control to the
neutral position to avoid accidental movements.
Dimming Mirror
Power Mirror Switch
1 — Mirror Adjustment Switch
2 — Mirror Selector Switch
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Folding Mirror
The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to
pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage. The
mirror has three detent positions: full forward, normal
and full rearward.
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This
feature can be activated whenever you turn on
the Rear Window Defroster.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING (BSM) — IF
EQUIPPED
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system uses two
radar-based sensors, located inside the rear bumper
fascia, to detect highway licensable vehicles (automo-
biles, trucks, motorcycles, etc.) that enter the blind spot
zones from the rear/front/side of the vehicle.
When the vehicle is started, the BSM warning light will
momentarily illuminate in both outside rear view mir-
rors to let the driver know that the system is opera-
tional. The BSM system sensors operate when the
Folding Exterior Mirror
Rear Detection Zones
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vehicle is in any forward gear or REVERSE and enters
stand-by mode when the vehicle is in PARK.
The BSM detection zone covers approximately one lane
width on both sides of the vehicle, 10 ft (3 m). The zone
length starts at the outside mirror and extends approxi-
mately 20 ft (6 m) beyond the rear bumper of the
vehicle. The BSM system monitors the detection zones
on both sides of the vehicle when the vehicle speed
reaches approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher and
will alert the driver of vehicles in these areas.
NOTE:
•The BSM system does NOT alert the driver about
rapidly approaching vehicles that are outside the
detection zones.
• If a trailer is connected to the vehicle, it is necessary
to deactivate BSM system manually by settings menu
to avoid a miss-detection. Refer to “Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
The area on the rear fascia where the radar sensors are
located must remain free of snow, ice, and dirt/road
contamination so that the BSM system can function properly. Do not block the radar sensors located on the
rear fascia with foreign objects (bumper stickers, bicycle
racks, etc.).
The BSM system notifies the driver of objects in the
detection zones by illuminating the BSM warning light
located in the outside mirrors in addition to sounding
an audible (chime) alert and reducing the radio volume.
Refer to “Modes Of Operation” in this section for
further information.
Rear Sensor Locations
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Rear Cross Path (RCP)
The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is intended to aid the
driver when backing out of parking spaces where their
vision of oncoming vehicles may be blocked. Proceed
slowly and cautiously out of the parking space until the
rear end of the vehicle is exposed. The RCP system will
then have a clear view of the cross traffic and if an
oncoming vehicle is detected, alert the driver.
RCP monitors the rear detection zones on both sides of
the vehicle, for objects that are moving toward the side
of the vehicle with a minimum speed of approximately1 mph (2 km/h), to objects moving a maximum of
approximately 22 mph (35 km/h), such as in parking lot
situations.
NOTE:
In a parking lot situation, oncoming vehicles
can be obscured by vehicles parked on either side. If the
sensors are blocked by other structures or vehicles, the
system will not be able to alert the driver.
When RCP is on and the vehicle is in REVERSE, the
driver is alerted using both the visual and audible
alarms, including reducing the radio volume.
WARNING!
RCP is not a back up aid system. It is intended to be
used to help a driver detect an oncoming vehicle in
a parking lot situation. Drivers must be careful
when backing up, even when using RCP. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind
you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals,
other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before
backing up. Failure to do so can result in serious
injury or death.
RCP Detection Zones
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Blind Spot Monitoring Fault Warnings
Sensor Blinded
In the case of a sensor blinded:
•BSM Mirror Warning Lights are turned on continu-
ously.
• A instrument cluster message will display “Blind
Spot Monitoring Unavailable - Wipe Rear Bumper
Corners.”
NOTE: The rear bumper must be clean and free of any
obstructing debris.
System Not Available
In the case of the system being temporary unavailable:
• BSM Mirror Warning Lights are turned on continu-
ously.
• A instrument cluster message will display “Blind
Spot Monitoring Temporary Unavailable.”
In the case of the system being completely unavailable:
• A chime will turn on.
• A instrument cluster message will display “Blind
Spot Monitoring Unavailable - Service Required.” NOTE:
Vehicle must be taken to the nearest authorized
dealer for service.
General Information
This vehicle has systems that operate on radio fre-
quency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Com-
munications Commission (FCC) rules and with Indus-
try Canada Standards RSS- GEN/210/220/310.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. The device may not cause harmful interference.
2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modifications to any of these systems by
other than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Headlights
The headlight switch is located on the left side of the
instrument panel. The headlight switch controls the
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operation of the headlights, side marker lights, daytime
running lights, fog lights and the dimming of the
instrument cluster and interior lighting.
Turning on the headlights will illuminate the instru-
ment cluster and the controls located on the instrument
panel.Automatic Lighting — If Equipped
Light Sensor
The light sensor is equipped with an infrared LED,
located on the windshield. It detects changes in light
intensity outside the vehicle, based on the sensitivity of
light set by using the Menu on the display or on the
Uconnect system.
The higher the sensitivity, the lesser the amount of
external light required for controlling the lighting.
Automatic Headlights
Turn the headlight switch to the AUTO position.
When the automatic headlights are enabled, the head-
light time delay is active. After the ignition switch is
placed in the STOP mode, the headlights will automati-
cally turn off after approximately 90 seconds depending
on the settings of the feature.
The timing of the headlights is adjustable between 0, 30,
60 and 90 seconds. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in
“Multimedia” for further information.
NOTE:The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
Headlight Switch
1 — Rotate Headlight Switch
2 — Ambient Light Dimmer
3 — Instrument Panel Dimmer
4 — Push Fog Light Switch
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If the lever is pulled while the wipers are in the off
position, the wipers will operate for several wipe cycles,
then turn off.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to a collision. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of
the windshield during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
Mist
Use this feature when weather conditions make occa-
sional usage of the wipers necessary. Push the lever
upward to the MIST position and release for a single
wiping cycle.
NOTE: The mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the
windshield. The wash function must be used in order to
spray the windshield with washer fluid.
Rain Sensor — If Equipped
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and
automatically activates the wipers for the driver. The
feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray
from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead.
Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of two
settings to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the
multifunction lever. Wiper delay position one is the
least sensitive, and wiper delay position two is the most
sensitive. Setting one should be used for normal rain
conditions, and can be used if the driver desires less
Rain Sensor Location
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Security
By selecting the item “Security,” you can make the
following adjustments:
•Speed Warning: Set the vehicle speed limit (MPH
or km/h), which the driver is notified through a
visual and acoustic signaling (display of a message
and a symbol on the display).
• Seat Belt Buzzer: This function is only viewable when
the Seat Belt Reminder (SBR) system is active.
• Hill Start Assist: Activation/Deactivation of the Hill
Start Assist system.
Safety And Assistance
By selecting the item Safety & Assistance, you can
make the following adjustments:
• FCW: A selection of operating modes of the system
Forward Collision Warning Plus.
• FCW Sensitivity: A selection of the readinessof
intervention of the Forward Collision Warning Plus
system, based on the distance to the obstacle.
• ParkSense: A selection of the type of information
provided by ParkSense. •
ParkSense Vol.: A selection of the volume of acoustic
signals provided by ParkSense.
• Auto Wipers: Enabling/disabling the automatic op-
eration of wipers in the event of rain.
• LaneSense Warning: A selection of the readinessof
intervention of LaneSense.
• Warning Buzzer Volume: Increase or decrease the
volume of the buzzerby selecting “Low”, “Medium”,
or “High”.
• Maintenance Brakes — If Equipped: Activation of the
procedure to carry out braking system maintenance.
• Auto Park Brake — If Equipped: Enable/disable
auto-insertion of the Electric Parking Brake.
Lights
By selecting the item Lights,you can make the follow-
ing adjustments:
• Headlight Off Delay: Set the delay for headlight
shutoff after engine shutoff.
• Headlight Sensor: Adjust the sensitivity of headlight
brightness.
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Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper
tire maintenance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the
TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is
not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica-
tor is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When
the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash
for approximately one minute and then remain continu-
ously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for
a variety of reasons, including the installation of re-
placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Al-
ways check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replac-
ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function prop-
erly.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warning have been established for the tire size
equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system op-
eration or sensor damage may result when using
replacement equipment that is not of the same size,
type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause
sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may
cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
sensor to become inoperable. After using an after-
market tire sealant it is recommended that you take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your
sensor function checked.
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