automatic FIAT 500X 2016 2.G Owner's Manual

the mirror cover upward. The lights will turn on auto-
matically. Closing the mirror cover will turn the light off.
Lower Glove Compartment Light
An interior light is located is the lower glove compart-
ment.This light automatically turn ON/OFF when the glove
compartment is opened and closed, regardless of the
position of the ignition.
NOTE:
In order to preserve the life of the battery, the
light will turn off after 15 minutes.
Vanity Mirror LightLower Glove Compartment Light
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Cargo Area Lights
An interior light is located on the left side panel in the
cargo area.
This light automatically turn ON/OFF when the liftgate
is opened and closed, regardless of the position of the
ignition.NOTE:
In order to preserve the life of the battery, the
light will turn off after 15 minutes.
Instrument Panel Dimmer And Ambient Light
Control
Rotate the ambient dimmer control upward or down-
ward to increase or decrease the brightness of the ambi-
ent light located in the overhead console, door handle
lights, lower instrument panel lights, door map pocket
lights, and cubby bin lights.
With the parking lights or headlights on, rotate the
instrument panel dimmer control upward or downward
to increase or decrease the brightness of the instrument
panel. At the top detent of the instrument panel dimmer,
all the interior lights will also illuminate. At the bottom
most setting of the thumb wheel will turn all the interior
lights to their lowest dimmable setting.
Cargo Light
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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 lessRain Sensor Location
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wiper sensitivity. Setting two can be used if the driver
desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in the
OFF position when not using the system.
NOTE:
•The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the
wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
• The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly
when ice, or dried salt water is present on the wind-
shield.
• Use of Rain-X or products containing wax or silicone
may reduce Rain Sensing performance.
• The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off
using the Uconnect System, refer to “Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” for further information. The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the
wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the
following conditions:
•
Low Ambient Temperature — When the ignition is
first turned ON, the Rain Sensing system will not
operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle speed
is greater than 0 mph (0 km/h), or the outside tem-
perature is greater than 32°F (0°C).
• Transmission In NEUTRAL Position — When the
ignition is ON, and the automatic transmission is in
the NEUTRAL position, the Rain Sensing system will
not operate until the wiper switch is moved, vehicle
speed is greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), or the shift
lever/gear selector is moved out of the NEUTRAL
position.
Remote Start Mode Inhibit — On vehicles equipped
with Remote Starting system, Rain Sensing wipers are
not operational when the vehicle is in the remote start
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mode. Once the operator is in the vehicle and has placed
the ignition switch in the MAR/RUN position, rain
sensing wiper operation can resume, if it has been
selected, and no other inhibit conditions (mentioned
previously) exist.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the lever
on the right side of the steering column. The rear
wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located at
the middle of the lever.Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to
the first detent for intermittent operation and to
the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
To use the washer, push the lever forward and
hold while spray is desired. If the lever is
pushed while in the intermittent setting, the
wiper will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then
resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
If the lever is pushed while the wiper is in the off
position, the wiper will operate for several wipe cycles,
then turn off.
NOTE:
As a protective measure, the pump will stop if
the switch is held for more than 30 seconds. Once the
lever is released, the pump will resume normal opera-
tion.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned
to the STOP/OFF position, the wiper will automatically
return to the “park” position.
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster button is located with
the Climate Controls on the instrument panel.
Push this button to turn on the rear window defroster. An
indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear
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window defroster is on. The rear window defroster
automatically turns off after approximately 20 minutes.
To manually shut the defroster off, push the button a
second time.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
• Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
Windshield Wiper De-Icer — If Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Windshield Wiper
De-Icer feature that may be activated under the following
conditions:
• Activation By Front Defrost — The Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be activated automatically in the case of a
cold weather manual start with full front defrost, and
the ambient temperature is below 40° F (4.4° C).
• Activation By Rear Defrost — The Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be activated automatically when the rear
defrost is turned on and the ambient temperature is
below 40° F (4.4° C).
• Activation By Remote Start Operation — When Re-
mote Start is active and the outside ambient tempera-
ture is less than 40° F (4.4° C), the Windshield Wiper
De-Icer will be enabled. Upon exiting remote start
mode the Windshield Wiper De-Icer will remain on.
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•Mix
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 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 required. 4. Rear Defrost Button
Push and release the Rear Defrost Control button to turn
ON the rear window defroster and the heated outside
mirrors (if equipped). An indicator will illuminate when
the rear window defroster is ON. The rear window
defroster automatically turns OFF after 20 minutes.
5. A/C Button — If Equipped
Push this button to engage the Air Conditioning. A light
will illuminate when the Air Conditioning system is
engaged.
6. Recirculation Button
Push this control button to change the system between
recirculation mode and outside air mode. Recirculation
can be used when outside conditions such as smoke,
odors, dust, or high humidity are present.
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NOTE:•Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
• The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp
weather could cause windows to fog on the inside,
because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Se-
lect the outside air position for maximum defogging.
• Recirculation can be used in all modes except for
Defrost.
• The A/C can be deselected manually without dis-
turbing the mode control selection.Rear Window Defrosting
Push and release the rear window defrost button to turn
the function on/off.
Activation of this function is indicated by the rear defrost
indicator light on the instrument panel turning on. The
function is automatically deactivated after 20 minutes.
If equipped, push the rear defrost button to activate the
defrosting of door mirrors and heated rear window.
CAUTION!
To avoid causing damage to the rear window de-
froster heating filaments do not affix stickers or other
objects to the inside of the rear glass.
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Automatic Climate Controls — If Equipped1. Driver Temperature Control
Provides the driver with independent temperature con-
trol. Rotate the adjustment knob to set desired tempera-
ture shown in the Temperature Display. Rotate fully
counter-clockwise for maximum A/C (LO).
2. A/C Button
Push the A/C Control Button to change the current
setting. The indicator illuminates when the A/C is ON.
Pushing the AUTO control button will cause the A/C
operation to change to AUTO mode and the A/C indi-
cator will turn OFF.
3. MAX Defrost Button
Push the MAX Defrost button to change the current
airflow setting to Defrost mode. The indicator illuminates
when this feature is ON. Performing this function will
cause the automatic climate controls to change to manual
mode. The blower speed increases to full (all LEDs ON)
Automatic Climate Controls
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when MAX Defrost mode is selected, the air conditioning
compressor is turned ON, both driver and passenger
temperature controls are set to (HI), defrost mode is
selected (LED ON), rear defroster is turned ON (LED
ON) and the air recirculation is turned OFF (LED OFF). If
the MAX Defrost mode is turned OFF, the climate system
will return to the previous setting.
4. Blower Control Indicator LEDs
A total of eight LEDs illuminate to visually indicate
blower speeds.
5. Rear Defrost Button
Push the Rear Defrost button to turn ON the rear window
defroster and the heated outside mirrors (if equipped).
An indicator will illuminate when the rear window
defroster is ON. The rear window defroster automatically
turns OFF after 20 minutes.6. AUTO Button
Pushing this button will automatically control the inte-
rior cabin temperature by adjusting airflow distribution
and amount. Performing this function will cause the
automatic climate controls to change between manual
mode and automatic modes.
7. Passenger Temperature Control
Provides the passenger with independent temperature
control. Rotate the adjustment knob to set desired tem-
perature shown in the Temperature Display.
NOTE:
Rotating the Passenger Temperature Control
knob while in Sync mode will automatically exit Sync.
8. Passenger Temperature Display
Rotate the Passenger Temperature Control dial clockwise
or counter-clockwise to adjust the air temperature in the
front right (Passenger Temperature Control) zone of the
passenger compartment. The set temperature is shown
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