RON FIAT 500X 2022 Owner's Manual

34GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
OUTSIDE MIRRORS
The outside mirror(s) can be adjusted to the center
of the adjacent lane of traffic to achieve the
optimal view.
POWER MIRRORS
The power mirror switch is located on the driver’s
door trim panel.
To adjust the mirror, rotate the mirror selection
switch to the left or to the right and then push the
mirror adjustment switch in the four directions
indicated by arrows.
NOTE:
To adjust the power mirrors, the ignition must be
in the ON/RUN position.
Once the mirror is adjusted, rotate the control to
the neutral position to avoid accidental move -
ments.
The power mirror switches will remain active for
up to three minutes after the ignition is placed
in the OFF position. Opening either front door
will cancel this feature.

Power Mirror Switch

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.
Folding Exterior Mirror

WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside
convex mirror will look smaller and farther away
than they really are. Relying too much on side
convex mirrors could cause you to collide with
another vehicle or other object. Use your inside
mirror when judging the size or distance of a
vehicle seen in a side convex mirror.
1 — Mirror Selector Switch
2 — Mirror Adjustment Switch

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POWER FOLDING MIRRORS —
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F EQUIPPED
If equipped, the outside mirrors can be folded
using the power folding mirror switch, located on
the driver’s door trim panel. The power mirror
switch will operate with the ignition in the ON/RUN
position, and for three minutes after the ignition is
placed in the OFF position. This feature will disable
if either front door is opened.

Power Folding Mirror Switch
To fold the outside mirrors, push the power folding
mirror switch. Push the switch a second time to
unfold the mirrors to the driving position. Any push
of the power folding mirror switch will reverse the
operation.

Power Folding Mirrors

NOTE:The outside mirrors must always be in the unfolded
position when the vehicle is in motion, except
when driving through narrow locations. Automatic Power Folding Mirrors
When the Automatic Fold Mirrors feature is
enabled, the exterior mirrors will fold in when
exiting the vehicle (the ignition is OFF, all doors are
closed, and the doors are locked).
If the exterior mirrors were auto-folded, they will
unfold when the ignition is placed in the ON
position or when the doors are unlocked.
If the exterior mirrors were manually folded,
they will not automatically unfold.
NOTE:The Automatic Fold/Unfold Mirrors feature can be
turned on and off using the Uconnect system
Ú
page 123.
HEATED MIRRORS — IF EQUIPPED
These mirrors are heated to melt frost or
ice. This feature will be activated
whenever you turn on the rear window
defroster (if equipped) Ú page 43.
1 — Mirror Selector Switch
2 — Mirror Adjustment Switch
3 — Power Folding Mirror Switch
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36GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
The headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. The headlight switch
controls the operation of the headlights, parking
lights, daytime running lights, fog lights and the
dimming of the instrument cluster and interior
lighting.

Headlight Switch
Turning on the headlights will illuminate the
instrument cluster and the controls located on the
instrument panel.NOTE:On vehicles sold in Canada, both the rear position
lights and Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) will turn
on when the headlight switch is rotated to the
O (off) position.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRLS) —
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F EQUIPPED
The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), if enabled
through Uconnect Settings, will turn on when the
ignition is placed in the ON/RUN position and the
park brake is not applied.
NOTE:
For vehicles sold in Canada, the Daytime
Running Lights will automatically deactivate
when the front fog lights are turned on.
On some vehicles, the Daytime Running Lights
may deactivate, or reduce intensity, on one side
of the vehicle (when a turn signal is activated on
that side), or on both sides of the vehicle (when
the hazard warning lights are activated).
HIGH BEAMS
To activate the high beam headlights, push the
multifunction lever forward (toward the front of the
vehicle), and an indicator will illuminate in the
instrument cluster display.
To deactivate the high beam headlights, pull the
multifunction lever rearward (toward the rear of
the vehicle).

High Beam And Turn Signal Controls

NOTE:The headlights must be on for the high beams to
activate.
1 — Rotate Headlight Control
2 — Ambient Lighting Control
3 — Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
4 — Front Fog Light Switch

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38GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
FRONT FOG LIGHTS — IF EQUIPPED
The front fog light switch is built into the headlight
switch.

Front Fog Light Switch

To activate the front fog lights, turn on the parking
lights or the low beam headlights and push the fog
light button on the headlight switch. To turn off the
front fog lights, push the headlight switch a second
time or turn off the headlight switch.
An indicator light in the instrument cluster
illuminates when the fog lights are turned on.
NOTE:
The fog lights will operate with the low beam
headlights or parking lights on. Selecting the
high beam headlights will turn off the fog lights.
The fog lights also function as cornering lights.
Therefore there will be times when only one light
is on.
If the ignition is placed in the OFF position with
the fog lights on, they will remain on when the
ignition is placed back in the ON/RUN position.
For vehicles sold in Canada, if the selector is
moved to the parking lights position and the
front fog lights are activated, the DRL will be
deactivated and the front parking lights will be
activated. Once the front fog lights are deacti -
vated, the DRL will be activated again.
TURN SIGNALS
Move the multifunction lever up or down to
activate the turn signals. The arrows on each side
of the instrument cluster display flash to show
proper operation.
LANE CHANGE ASSIST
Lightly push the multifunction lever up or down,
without moving beyond the detent, and the turn
signal will flash five times then automatically turn
off.
COURTESY LIGHTS/APPROACHING
L
IGHTS
The courtesy lights feature allows you to activate
the low beam, parking lights, and side marker lights for 25 seconds when the vehicle is unlocked.
The courtesy lights feature can be activated or
deactivated through the Uconnect Settings. When
a door is open with the feature active, the
activation of the lights is extended for 10 seconds.
The feature is disabled when the vehicle is locked
or when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN
position.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
FRONT COURTESY LIGHT
The courtesy lights will automatically turn on when
the door is open or closed. The light switches in the
overhead console are for reading lamps.

Front Courtesy/Reading Lights

1 — Courtesy/Reading Lights
2 — Light Switches

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40GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Rear Dome Light — If Equipped
Push the switch on the rear dome light once to turn
the light on, the light will remain on at all times.
Push the switch a second time to turn the light off,
the light will remain off until a door is opened.

Rear Dome Light On/Off Switch

Retractable Roof Lights
For vehicles equipped with a retractable roof, there
are two interior lights located below the grab
handles of the rear doors.
The lights come on by opening any of the doors.
CARGO AREA LIGHTS
An interior light is located on the left side panel in
the cargo area.
This light automatically turns 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.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer controls are located
on the lever on the right side of the steering
column. The front wipers are operated by rotating
a switch, located on the end of the lever.

Windshield Wiper Lever

WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
Rotate the windshield wiper knob to one of the first
two detent positions for intermittent settings, the
third detent for low wiper operation and the fourth
for high wiper operation.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and
hold. If the lever is pulled while in the intermittent
setting, the wipers will turn on and operate for
several wipe cycles after the lever is released, and
then resume the intermittent interval previously
selected.
If the lever is pulled while the wipers are in the off
position, the wipers will operate for several wipe
cycles, then turn off.
1 — Push Forward For Rear Washer
2 — Rotate For Rear Wiper Operation
3 — Rotate For Front Wiper Operation
4 — Pull For Front Washer
5 — Push Up For Mist
CAUTION!
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the “park” position. If the windshield
wiper switch is turned off, and the blades cannot
return to the “park” position, damage to the
wiper motor may occur.

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(Continued)
in the intermittent position, no wipe cycle is
performed for safety reasons. This temporary
inhibition avoids accidental activations of the
wiping (e.g. during the hand washing of the
windshield, blocking the blades in ice/snow
conditions).
The user can activate the Rain Sensing Wipers in
three ways:
Moving the lever from the O (off) position to the
intermittent positions.
One Mist command actuation.
The vehicle speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h) and
the rain sensor detects the presence of rain.
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the
windshield wiper 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.
NOTE:If the front wiper is moving and the vehicle is
shifted in REVERSE, the rear wiper will perform one
round up to clean the rear window. 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.
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
operation.
If the lever is pushed while the wiper is in the off
position, the wiper will operate for several wipe
cycles, then turn off.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is
placed in the OFF position, the wiper will
automatically return to the “park” position.WINDSHIELD WIPER DE-ICER —
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F EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Windshield
Wiper De-Icer feature that may be activated under
the following conditions:
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
Remote Start is active and the outside ambient
temperature is less than 40°F (4.4°C), the
Windshield Wiper De-Icer will activate. Exiting
Remote Start will resume its previous operation.
If the Windshield Wiper De-Icer was active, the
timer and operation will continue.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.
CAUTION!

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CLIMATE CONTROLS
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate
the temperature, air flow, and direction of air
circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls are
located on the touchscreen (if equipped) and on
the instrument panel below the radio.
AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
D
ESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS

Automatic Climate Controls

MAX A/C Setting
MAX A/C sets the system for maximum
cooling performance. Rotate the driver
temperature control adjust knob
counterclockwise for MAX A/C. Both
driver and passenger temperature displays will
show MAX A/C LO. In MAX A/C, the blower speed
and mode position can be adjusted to desired user settings. Pressing other settings will cause the
MAX A/C operation to switch to the selected setting
and MAX A/C to exit.
A/C Button
Push the A/C Control button to change
the current setting. The A/C indicator
illuminates when A/C is on. Pushing the
AUTO control button will cause the A/C
operation to change to AUTO mode and the A/C
indicator will turn off.
The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the
operator to manually activate or deactivate the air
conditioning system. When the air conditioning
system is turned on, cool dehumidified air will flow
through the outlets into the cabin. For improved
fuel economy, press the A/C button to turn off the
air conditioning and manually adjust the blower
and airflow mode settings. Also, make sure to
select only Panel, Bi-Level, or Floor modes.
NOTE:If your air conditioning performance seems lower
than expected, check the front of the A/C
condenser (located in front of the radiator), for an
accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean with a gentle
water spray from the front of the radiator and
through the condenser.
SYNC Button
Push the Sync button to toggle the Sync
feature on/off. The Sync indicator
illuminates when Sync is on. Sync
synchronizes the passenger temperature
setting with the driver temperature setting.
Changing the passenger temperature setting while
in Sync mode will automatically exit this feature
and return to the separate management of air
temperatures in the two zones.
Recirculation Button
Press and release this button to change
the system between Recirculation mode
and outside air mode. The Recirculation
indicator illuminates when Recirculation
is on. Recirculation can be used when outside
conditions such as smoke, odors, dust, or high
humidity are present. Recirculation can be used in
all modes. Recirculation may be unavailable if
conditions exist that could create fogging on the
inside of the windshield. 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. Recirculation
mode may automatically adjust to optimize
customer experience for warming, cooling,
dehumidification, etc.
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Blower Control Knob
Blower Control is used to regulate the
amount of air forced through the Climate
Control system. Adjusting the blower will
cause automatic mode to switch to
manual operation. The speeds can be selected by
rotating the Blower Control adjustment knob.
Mode Control
Select Mode by pressing one of the Mode
buttons to change the airflow distribution
mode. The airflow distribution mode can
be adjusted so air comes from the
instrument panel outlets, floor outlets, defrost
outlets and demist outlets.
Front Defrost Button
Push and release the button on the
faceplate to change the current airflow
setting to Defrost mode. The Front
Defrost indicator illuminates when Front
Defrost is on. Air comes from the windshield and
side window demist outlets. When the defrost
button is selected, the blower level may increase.
Use Defrost mode with maximum temperature
settings for best windshield and side window
defrosting and defogging. When toggling the front
defrost mode button, the Climate Control system
will return to the previous setting.
Panel Mode
Air comes from the outlets in the
instrument panel. Each of these outlets
can be individually adjusted to direct the
flow of air. The air vanes of the center
outlets and outboard outlets can be moved up and
down or side to side to regulate airflow direction.
There is a shut-off wheel located below the air
vanes to shut-off or adjust the amount of airflow
from these outlets.
Floor Mode
Air comes from the floor outlets. A slight
amount of air is directed through the
defrost and side window demister
outlets.
Bi-Level Mode
Bi-Level Mode is obtained by pressing
both the Panel Mode button and the
Floor Mode button, activating them both.
Air comes from the instrument panel
outlets and floor outlets. A slight amount of air is
directed through the defrost and side window
demister outlets.
NOTE:Bi-Level Mode is designed under comfort condi -
tions to provide cooler air out of the panel outlets
and warmer air from the floor outlets.
Mix Mode
Mix Mode is obtained by pressing both
the Windshield Mode button and the
Floor Mode button, activating them both.
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 moisture
on the windshield.
Hi-Level Mode
Hi-Level Mode is obtained by pushing the
Defrost Mode button and the Panel Mode
button. Air comes from the instrument
panel outlets and the defrost outlets. A
slight amount of air is directed through the side
window demister outlets.
Tri-Level Mode
Tri-Level Mode is obtained by pressing
the Defrost Mode button, the Panel Mode
button, and the Floor Mode button. Air
comes from the instrument panel
outlets, the defrost outlets, and floor outlets. A
slight amount of air is directed through the side
window demister outlets.
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Climate Control Power Button
Press and release the Climate Control
Power button to turn the Climate Control
on/off.
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
D
ESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS

Manual Climate Controls

MAX A/C Setting
Set the temperature control knob to the
MAX A/C setting to change the current
setting to the coldest output of air.
Moving the temperature control knob
away from the MAX A/C setting causes the MAX
A/C operation to exit.
A/C Button
Push the A/C button to engage the Air
Conditioning (A/C). The A/C indicator
illuminates when A/C is on.
NOTE:
For Manual Climate Controls, if the system is in
Mix, Floor or Defrost Mode, the A/C can be
turned off, but the A/C system shall remain
active to prevent fogging of the windows.
If fog or mist appears on the windshield or side
glass, select Defrost mode, and increase blower
speed if needed.
If your air conditioning performance seems
lower than expected, check the front of the A/C
condenser (located in front of the radiator), for
an accumulation of dirt or insects. Clean with a
gentle water spray from the front of the radiator
and through the condenser.
Recirculation Button
Push the Recirculation button to change
the system between recirculation mode
and outside air mode. The Recirculation
indicator and the A/C indicator illuminate
when the Recirculation button is pressed.
Recirculation can be used when outside
conditions, such as smoke, odors, dust, or
humidity are present. Recirculation can be used in
all modes except for Defrost. Recirculation may be
unavailable if conditions exist that could create fogging on the inside of the windshield. The A/C
can be deselected manually without disturbing the
mode control selection. 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.
On systems with Manual Climate Controls, if
equipped, the Recirculation mode is not allowed in
Defrost mode to improve window clearing
operation. Recirculation is disabled automatically
if this mode is selected. Attempting to use
Recirculation while in this mode causes the LED in
the control button to blink and then turns off.
Front Defrost Setting
Turn the mode control knob to the Front
Defrost mode setting. Air comes from the
windshield and side window demist
outlets. When the defrost button is
selected, the blower level may increase. Use
Defrost mode with maximum temperature settings
for best windshield and side window defrosting
and defogging.
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). The Rear Defrost indicator

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Climate Control OFF
To turn the Climate Controls off, turn the
blower control knob to the OFF (O)
position.
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(ATC)
Automatic Operation

1. Push the AUTO button on the front ATC panel
and the word “AUTO” will illuminate in the
front ATC display, along with two
temperatures for the driver and front
passenger. The system will then automat -
ically regulate the amount of airflow.

2. Adjust the temperature you would like the system to maintain, by adjusting the driver,
and passenger temperatures. Once the
desired temperature is displayed, the system
will achieve and automatically maintain that
comfort level.
3. When the system is set up for your comfort level, it is not necessary to change the
settings. You will experience the greatest
efficiency by simply allowing the system to
function automatically.
NOTE:It is not necessary to move the temperature
settings. The system automatically adjusts the
temperature, mode, and fan speed to provide
comfort as quickly as possible.
To provide you with maximum comfort in the
automatic mode, during cold start-ups, the blower
fan will remain on low until the engine warms up.
The fan will engage immediately if the Defrost
mode is selected, or by changing the front blower
knob setting.
Manual Operation Override
This system offers a full complement of manual
override features. The AUTO symbol in the front
ATC display will be turned off when the system is
being used in the manual mode.
CLIMATE VOICE RECOGNITION
Adjust vehicle temperatures hands-free and keep
everyone comfortable while you keep moving
ahead. (If vehicle is equipped with climate control.)
Push the VR button . After the beep, say one of
the following commands:
“Set the driver temperature to 70 degrees ”
“Set the passenger temperature to 70 degrees ”Did You Know:
Voice Command for Climate may
only be used to adjust the interior temperature of
your vehicle. Voice Command will not work to
adjust the heated seats or steering wheel if
equipped.
OPERATING TIPS
Refer to the chart at the end of this section for
suggested control settings for various weather
conditions.
Summer Operation
The engine cooling system must be protected with
a high-quality antifreeze coolant to provide proper
corrosion protection and to protect against engine
overheating. OAT coolant (conforming to
MS.90032) is recommended.
Winter Operation
To ensure the best possible heater and defroster
performance, make sure the engine cooling
system is functioning properly and the proper
amount, type, and concentration of coolant is
used. Use of the Air Recirculation mode during
Winter months is not recommended, because it
may cause window fogging.

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