power FIAT FREEMONT 2015 1.G User Guide

WARNING!
• Adjusting a seat while driving may be
dan gerous

. Moving a seat while driving
could result in loss of control which could cause a
collision and serious injury or death.
• Seats should be adjusted before fastening the
seat belts and while the vehicle is parked. Serious
injury or death could result from a poorly ad-
justed seat belt .
•
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so that
the shoulder belt is no longer resting against your
chest . In a collision you could slide under the seat
belt , which could result in serious injury or death.
Do not place any article under a power
seat or impede its ability to move as it
may cause damage to the seat controls.
Seat travel may become limited if movement is
stopped by an obstruction in the seat’s path. POWER LUMBAR (for versions/markets,
where provided)
The Power Lumbar switch is located on the outboard
side of the driver's seat. Push the switch forward to
increase the lumbar support. Push the switch rearward
to decrease the lumbar support. Pushing upward or
downward on the switch will raise or lower the posi-
tion of the support.
(fig. 20)
(fig. 20)
Power Lumbar Switch
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NOTE:The passenger side convex outside mirror will
give a much wider view to the rear, and especially of the
lane next to your vehicle.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the
passenger si

de convex mirror will look
smaller and farther away than they really are.
Relying too much on your passenger side convex
mirror 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 the passenger side convex mirror.
POWER MIRRORS
The power mirror switch is located on the driver's
door trim panel.
(fig. 40)
Models Without Express Window Feature
Press the mirror select button marked L (left) or R
(right) and then press one of the four arrow buttons to
move the mirror in the direction the arrow is pointing.
Models With Express Window Feature
Press and release the mirror select button marked L
(left) or R (right) and then press one of the four arrow
buttons to move the mirror in the direction the arrow
is pointing. The selection times out after 30 seconds of
inactivity in order to guard against accidentally changing
a mirror position following an adjustment.
NOTE: A light in the selected button will illuminate
indicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted.
(fig. 40)
Power Mirror Switches
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POWER FOLDING MIRRORS (for
versions/markets, where provided)
The switch for the power folding mirrors is located
between the power mirror switches L (left) and R
(right). Press the switch once and the mirrors will fold
in, pressing the switch a second time will return the
mirrors to the normal driving position.
(fig. 41)
NOTE:If the vehicle speed is greater than 16 km/h the
folding feature will be disabled.
If the mirrors are in the folded position, and vehicle
speed is equal or greater than 16 km/h, they will
automatically unfold. Resetting the Power Folding Outside Mirrors
You may need to reset the power folding mirrors if the
following occurs:
• The mirrors are accidentally blocked while folding.
• The mirrors are accidentally manually folded/
unfolded.
• The mirrors come out of the unfolded position.
• The mirrors shake and vibrate at normal driving speeds.
To reset the power folding mirrors: Fold and unfold
them by pressing the button. (This may require multiple
button pushes). This resets them to their normal
position.
MANUAL FOLDING MIRRORS
Some models have exterior mirrors that are hinged.
The hinge allows the mirror to pivot forward and
rearward to resist damage. The hinge has three detent
positions: forward, rearward and normal.
(fig. 41) Power Folding Mirror Switch
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Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills
The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain
the vehicle set speed.
NOTE:The Electronic Speed Control system main-
tains speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on
moderate hills is normal.
On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur
so it may be preferable to drive without Electronic
Speed Control.
WARNING!
Electronic Speed Control can be danger-
ous w h

ere the system cannot maintain a
constant speed.Your vehicle could go too fast for
the conditions, and you could lose control and
have an accident . Do not use Electronic Speed
Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are
winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights,
storage for sunglasses, an interior observation mirror
and an optional power sunroof switch.
(fig. 68)
(fig. 68)
Overhead Console
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NOTE:From the “observation mirror” position, the
door can only be closed.
To return to the full open position, the door must first
be closed and then opened by pressing the latch again
to release.
(fig. 71)
POWER SUNROOF SWITCH (for
versions/markets, where provided)
Refer to “Power Sunroof ” for further information.
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located in the
instrument panel switch bank, above the climate
controls.
Press the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-
tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncom-
ing traffic of an emergency. Press the switch a second
time to turn off the Hazard Warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system and it should not
be used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for
other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance,
the Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate
even though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.
NOTE: With extended use the Hazard Warning flash-
ers may wear down your battery.
(fig. 71)
Observation Mirror
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The liner can be removed for easy cleaning.(fig. 81)ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS
A 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet is located in the
center console below the radio. The power outlet has
power available when the ignition switch in the ON/
RUN or ACC position.
(fig. 82)
This power outlet will also operate a conventional cigar
lighter unit.To preserve the heating element, do
not hold the lighter in the heating position.
(fig. 81)
Removable Liner(fig. 82)Front 12 Volt Power Outlet
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A second 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet is located
inside the center console storage area. Power is avail-
able with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN, ACC or
LOCK position.
(fig. 83)
A third fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the
back of the center console. This power outlet has
power available when the ignition switch is in the
LOCK, ON or ACC position.
(fig. 84)
A fourth fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on the
left quarter trim panel in the cargo area. This power
outlet has power available when the ignition switch is in
the ON or ACC position.
(fig. 85)
(fig. 83)Center Console 12 Volt Power Outlet
(fig. 84) Rear Seat 12 Volt Power Outlet
(fig. 85) Rear Cargo Area Power Outlet
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•Do not exceed the maximum power of
160Watts (13 Amps) at 12Volts. If the 160
Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded
the fuse protecting the system will need to be
replaced.
• The power outlet on the bottom of the center
console shares the fuse with the power outlet on
the back of the console.The combined usage must
not exceed 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not insert any other object in the power
outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow
the fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can
cause damage not covered by your New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
(fig. 86)WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
Only devices designed for use in this type
of outlet should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet .
• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use and while driving
the vehicle.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an
electric shock and failure.
(fig. 86)
Power Outlet Fuses
1 — F103 20 A Yellow Power Outlet Console Bin & Power
Outlet Console Rear
2 — F102 20 A Yellow Cigar Lighter Instrument Panel &
Power Outlet Left Rear Cargo Area
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•Many accessories that can be plugged
in draw power from the vehicle's battery,
even when not in use (i.e., cellular
phones, etc .). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough, the vehicle's battery will discharge suffi-
ciently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., cool-
ers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc .) will degrade the
battery even more quickly. Only use these inter-
mittently and with greater caution.
• After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
alternator to recharge the vehicle's battery.
• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or acces-
sory bracket from the plug.CUPHOLDERS
There are two cupholders, located in the center floor
console, for the front passengers.
(fig. 87)
For passengers in the second row there are two cup-
holders, located in the center armrest between the
two seats.
(fig. 87)
Floor Console Cupholders
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POWER SUNROOF (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
The power sunroof switch is located between the sun
visors on the overhead console.
(fig. 90)
WARNING!
• Never leave children unattended in a
v ehi

cle, or with access to an unlocked
vehicle. Never leave the Key Fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to children. Do
not leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go™ in the ACC or ON/RUN
mode. Occupants, particularly unattended chil-
dren, can become entrapped by the power sun-
roof while operating the power sunroof switch.
Such entrapment may result in serious injury or
death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seat belt properly and make sure all
passengers are also properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the
sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body
parts, or any object , to project through the sun-
roof opening. Injury may result .
(fig. 90)
Power Sunroof Switch
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