ignition FIAT FREEMONT 2014 1.G User Guide
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The main display area will normally display the main
menu or the screens of a selected feature of the main
menu. The main display area also displays "pop up"
messages that consist of approximately 60 possible
warning or information messages. These pop up mes-
sages fall into several categories:
• Five Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen. Most
of the messages of this type are then stored (as long as
the condition that activated it remains active) and can
be reviewed from the "Messages" main menu item. As
long as there is a stored message, an "i" will be displayed
in the EVIC's compass/outside temp line. Examples of
this message type are "Right Front Turn Signal Lamp
Out" and "Low Tire Pressure".
• Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed indefinitely or until the
condition that activated the message is cleared. Ex-
amples of this message type are "Turn Signal On" (if a
turn signal is left on) and "Lights On" (if driver leaves
the vehicle).
• Unstored Messages Until RUN
This message type is displayed until the ignition is in the
RUN state. Example of this message type is "Press
Brake Pedal and Push Button to Start".• Five Second Unstored Messages
When the appropriate conditions occur, this type of
message takes control of the main display area for five
seconds and then returns to the previous screen.
Examples of this message type are "Memory System
Unavailable - Not in Park" and "Automatic High Beams
On".
The Reconfigurable Telltales section is divided into the
white telltales area on the right, amber telltales in the
middle, and red telltales on the left.
When the appropriate conditions exist, the EVIC dis-
plays the following messages:
• Turn Signal On (with a continuous warning chime if
the vehicle is driven more than 1.6 km with either
turn signal on)
• Left Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
• Left Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
• Right Front Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
• Right Rear Turn Signal Light Out (with a single chime)
• RKE Battery Low (with a single chime)
• Personal Settings Not Available – Vehicle Not in PARK (for versions/markets, where provided)
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• Left/Right Front Door Ajar (one or more doorsopen, with a single chime if speed is above 1.6 km/h)
• Left/Right Rear Door Ajar (one or more doors open, with a single chime if speed is above 1.6 km/h)
• Door(s) Ajar (with a single chime if vehicle is in motion)
• Liftgate Ajar (with a single chime)
• Low Washer Fluid (with a single chime)
• Ignition or Accessory On
• Vehicle Not in Park (for versions/markets, where provided)
• Key Left Vehicle
• Key Not Detected
• Low Tire Pressure (with a single chime). Refer to information on “Tire Pressure” and “Tire Pressure
Monitor” in “Knowing Your Vehicle”.
• Inflate Tire to XXX. Refer to information on "Tire Pressure" and "Tire Pressure Monitor" in "Knowing
Your Vehicle."
• Service TPM System (with a single chime). Refer to information on “Tire Pressure Monitor” in “Knowing
Your Vehicle”. • Oil Change Required (with a single chime)
• Check Gascap (refer to “Adding Fuel” in “Knowing
Your Vehicle”)
• Oil Change Due (with a single chime)
• Exhaust System — Regeneration Required Now. Under conditions of exclusive short duration and
low speed driving and low speed driving cycles, the
engine and exhaust after-treatment system may
never reach the conditions required to remove the
trapped PM. If this occurs the “Exhaust System Re-
generation Required Now” message will be displayed
on the EVIC. By driving your vehicle at highway
speeds for as little as 30 minutes, you can remedy the
condition in the particulate filter system by allowing
the trapped PM to be removed to restore the system
to normal operating condition.
• Exhaust Service Required — See Dealer Now. The engine will be de-rated to prevent permanent dam-
age to the after-treatment system. If this condition
occurs, it is necessary to have your vehicle serviced
by your local authorized dealer.
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EVIC RED TELLTALE LIGHTS
This area will show reconfigurable red telltales. These
telltales include:
• Door AjarThis light will turn on to indicate that one or
more doors may be ajar.
• Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the
light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and
shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime will
sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is corrected.
This light does not show how much oil is in the engine.
The engine oil level must be checked under the hood.
• Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical
charging system. The light should come on when
the ignition is first cycled ON and remain on briefly as
a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle's non-essential
electrical devices or increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system light remains on, it means that the
vehicle is experiencing a problem with the charging
system. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an autho-
rized dealer. If jump starting is required, refer to “Jump Starting
Procedures” in “In An Emergency”.
• Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
The light will come on when the ignition is first
turned ON 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.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while
the engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the
vehicle has completely stopped and the shift lever is
placed in the PARK position (for versions/markets,
where provided). The light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho-
rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light
is flashing when the engine is running, immediate ser-
vice is required. You may experience reduced perfor-
mance, an elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your
vehicle may require towing.
• Engine Temperature Warning Light This light warns of an overheated engine condi-
tion. As temperatures rise and the gauge ap-
proaches H,this indicator will illuminate and a
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OIL CHANGE DUE
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil change
indicator system. The “Oil Change Due” message will
flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10 seconds
after a single chime has sounded to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil change
indicator system is duty cycle based, which means the
engine oil change interval may fluctuate dependent
upon your personal driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to display each
time you cycle the ignition to the ON/RUN position.
To turn off the message temporarily, press and release
the BACK button. To reset the oil change indicator
system please refer to a Fiat Dealership.
FUEL ECONOMY
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Fuel
Economy” displays highlighted in the EVIC and press
the SELECT button. The following Fuel Economy func-
tions will display in the EVIC:
• Average Fuel Economy
• Distance To Empty (DTE)
• Instantaneous Fuel Economy
Average Fuel Economy
Shows the average fuel economy since the last reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the display will read“RESET” or show dashes for two seconds. Then, the
history information will be erased, and the averaging
will continue from the last fuel average reading before
the reset.
(fig. 14)
Distance To Empty (DTE)
Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled with
the fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distance
is determined by a weighted average of the instanta-
neous and average fuel economy, according to the
current fuel tank level. DTE cannot be reset through
the SELECT button.
NOTE:
Significant changes in driving style or vehicle
loading will greatly affect the actual drivable distance of
the vehicle, regardless of the DTE displayed value.
(fig. 14)
Fuel Economy Display
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The Trip Functions mode displays the following infor-
mation:
Trip A
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip A since the
last reset.
Trip B
Shows the total distance traveled for Trip B since the
last reset.
Elapsed Time
Shows the total elapsed time of travel since the last
reset. Elapsed time will increment when the ignition is
in the ON/RUN position.
To Reset The Display
Reset will only occur while a resettable function is
being displayed. Press and release the SELECT button
once to clear the resettable function.
TIRE BAR/PSI
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until “Tire
BAR/PSI” displays highlighted in the EVIC. Press the
SELECT button to view a graphic of the vehicle with a
tire pressure value at each corner of the graphic.VEHICLE INFO (CUSTOMER
INFORMATION FEATURES)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press and release the UP or DOWN button until
“Vehicle Info” displays in the EVIC and press the SE-
LECT button. Press the UP and DOWN button to
scroll through the available information displays that
may be equipped.
• Coolant Temp
Displays the actual coolant temperature.
• Oil Temperature — for versions/markets, where
provided
Displays the actual oil temperature.
• Oil Pressure — for versions/markets, where
provided
Displays the actual oil pressure.
• Trans Temperature
Displays the actual transmission sump temperature.
• Engine Hours
Displays the number of hours of engine operation.
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grasped. If Driver Door 1st Press is programmed, only
the driver’s door will unlock when the driver’s door is
grasped. With Passive Entry, if Driver Door 1st Press is
programmed touching the handle more than once will
only result in the driver’s door opening. If driver door
first is selected, once the driver door is opened, the
interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to unlock
all doors (or use RKE transmitter).
• Passive Entry (Keyless Enter-N-Go™)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the Passive Entry soft-key to change this display.
This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s
door(s) without having to press the RKE transmitter
lock or unlock buttons. To make your selection, press
the Passive Entry soft-key, select ON or OFF followed
by pressing the arrow back soft-key. Refer to “Keyless
Enter-N-Go™” in “Knowing Your Vehicle”.
Heated Seats (for versions/markets, where
provided)
• Auto Heated Seats (for versions/markets, where
provided)
Press the Auto Heated Seats soft-key to change this
display. When this feature is selected the driver's
heated seat will automatically turn on when tempera-
tures are below 44° C. To make your selection, press
the Auto Heated Seats soft-key, select On or Off
followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key.Engine Off Options
• Headlight Off Delay
Press the Headlight Off Delay soft-key to change this
display. When this feature is selected, the driver can
choose to have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60,
or 90 seconds when exiting the vehicle. To change the
Headlight Off Delay status press the 0, 30, 60 or 90
soft-key followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key.
• Engine Off Power Delay (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Press the Engine Off Power Delay soft-key to change
this display. When this feature is selected, the power
window switches, radio, Uconnect® phone system (for
versions/markets, where provided), DVD video system
(for versions/markets, where provided), power sunroof
(for versions/markets, where provided), and power
outlets will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the
ignition is cycled to OFF. Opening either front vehicle
door will cancel this feature. To change the Engine Off
Power Delay status press the 0 seconds, 45 seconds, 5
minutes or 10 minutes soft-key followed by pressing
the arrow back soft-key.
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• 1st Press of Key Fob Unlocks (for versions/
markets, where provided)
WhenUnlock Driver Door Only On 1st Press is
selected, only the driver's door will unlock on the first
press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button. When
Driver Door 1st Press is selected, you must press the
RKE transmitter UNLOCK button twice to unlock the
passenger's doors. When Unlock All Doors On 1st
Press is selected, all of the doors will unlock on the
first press of the RKE transmitter UNLOCK button.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter-
N-Go™ (Passive Entry) and the EVIC is programmed
to Unlock All Doors 1st Press, all doors will unlock no
matter which Passive Entry equipped door handle is
grasped. If Driver Door 1st Press is programmed, only
the driver’s door will unlock when the driver’s door is
grasped. With Passive Entry, if Driver Door 1st Press is
programmed touching the handle more than once will
only result in the driver’s door opening. If driver door
first is selected, once the driver door is opened, the
interior door lock/unlock switch can be used to unlock
all doors (or use RKE transmitter).
• Passive Entry (for versions/markets, where
provided)
This feature allows you to lock and unlock the vehicle’s
door(s) without having to press the RKE transmitter
lock or unlock buttons. To make your selection, press the Passive Entry soft-key, select ON or OFF followed
by pressing the arrow back soft-key. Refer to “Keyless
Enter-N-Go™” in “Knowing Your Vehicle”.
Engine Off Options
• Engine Off Power Delay
When this feature is selected, the power window
switches, radio, Uconnect® phone system (for versions/
markets, where provided), DVD video system (for
versions/markets, where provided), power sunroof (for
versions/markets, where provided), and power outlets
will remain active for up to 10 minutes after the ignition
is cycled OFF. Opening either front vehicle door will
cancel this feature. To change the Engine Off Power
Delay status press the 0 seconds, 45 seconds, 5 minutes
or 10 minutes soft-key followed by pressing the arrow
back soft-key.
• Headlight Off Delay (for versions/markets,
where provided)
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for 0, 30, 60, or 90 sec-
onds when exiting the vehicle. To change the Headlight
Off Delay status press the 0, 30, 60 or 90 soft-key
followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key.
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LIGHTS
HEADLIGHT SWITCHThe headlight switch is located on the left side of
the instrument panel. This switch controls the
operation of the headlights, parking lights, in-
strument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming,
interior lights and fog lights.
(fig. 62)
Rotate the headlight switch clockwise to the first
detent for parking light and instrument panel light
operation. Rotate the headlight switch to the second
detent for headlight, parking light and instrument panel
light operation. AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off
according to ambient light levels. To turn the system
on, rotate the headlight switch counterclockwise to
the AUTO position. When the system is on, the
headlight time delay feature is also on. This means the
headlights will stay on for up to 90 seconds after you
turn the ignition switch OFF. To turn the automatic
system off, move the headlight switch out of the AUTO
position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running before the head-
lights will come on in the automatic mode.
HEADLIGHTS ON WITH WIPERS
(AVAILABLE WITH AUTOMATIC
HEADLIGHTS ONLY)
When this feature is active, the headlights will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the wipers are turned
on if the headlight switch is placed in the AUTO
position. In addition, the headlights will turn off when
the wipers are turned off if they were turned on by this
feature.
NOTE: The Headlights On with Wipers feature can be
turned on and off using the Uconnect® System, refer
to “Uconnect® Settings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle”
for further information.
(fig. 62)
Headlight Switch
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HEADLIGHT TIME DELAY
This feature provides the safety of headlight illumina-
tion for up to 90 seconds when leaving your vehicle in
an unlit area.
To activate the delay feature, turn OFF the ignition
switch while the headlights are still on. Then, turn off
the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay interval
begins when the headlight switch is turned off.
NOTE:
The lights must be turned off within 45 seconds
of turning the ignition OFF to activate this feature.
If you turn the headlights, park lights or ignition switch
ON again, the system will cancel the delay.
If you turn the headlights off before the ignition, they
will turn off in the normal manner.
NOTE:
The Headlight Time Delay is programmable
using the Uconnect® System, refer to “Uconnect® Set-
tings” in “Knowing Your Vehicle” for further information.
LIGHTS-ON REMINDER
If the headlights or parking lights are on after the
ignition is turned OFF, a chime will sound to alert the
driver when the driver's door is opened.
FRONT AND REAR FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The front and rear fog light switch is built into the
headlight switch.
(fig. 63)
The front and rear fog lights may be operated as desired when visibility is poor due to fog. The fog
lights will activate in the following order: Press
the headlight switch once and the front fog lights
come on. Press the switch a second time and the
rear fog lights will come on (front fog lights stay on).
Press the switch a third time and the rear fog lights turn
off (front fog stays on). Press the switch a fourth times
and the front fog turns off. For vehicles without front fog,
rear fog will activate on the first press.
An indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates
when the fog lights are turned on.
(fig. 63)
Fog Light Switch
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FLASH-TO-PASS
You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward you. This
will turn on the high beams headlights until the lever is
released.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
The interior lights come on when a door is opened.
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off
automatically 10 minutes after the ignition switch is
moved to the LOCK position. This will occur if the
interior lights were switched on manually or are on
because a door is open. This includes the glove box
light, but not the trunk light. To restore interior light
operation, either turn the ignition switch ON or cycle
the light switch.DIMMER CONTROLS
The dimmer control is part of the headlight switch and
is located on the left side of the instrument panel.
(fig. 65)
Rotating the left dimmer control upward with the
parking lights or headlights on will increase the bright-
ness of the instrument panel lights.
(fig. 65)
Dimmer Controls
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