instrument panel FIAT FREEMONT 2015 1.G Owner's Guide

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Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary, check TIREKIT expiration date (if
provided). ••••••••••
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
luggage compartment, passenger compartment,
glove compartment, instrument panel warning
lights, etc.). ••••••••••
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels
(brakes/hydraulic clutch, windshield washer,
battery, engine coolant, etc.). ••••••••••
Check exhaust gas emissions/smokiness. • • • • ••••••
Using diagnosis socket, check operation of engine
management systems, emissions and (where
provided) engine oil deterioration. ••••••••••
Check windshield/rear window wiper blade
position/wear. •••••
Check operation of windshield washer system
and adjust jets if necessary. •••••
Check cleanliness of hood and tailgate locks and
cleanliness and lubrication of linkages. •••••
Check the parking brake lever stroke and adjust
it, if necessary. (Manual Transmission Only) ••••••••••
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Replace rear drive assembly (RDA) fluid (for
versions/markets, where provided). •
Replace power transfer unit (PTU) fluid (for
versions/markets, where provided). •
Replace cabin filter. (#) ◦•◦ • ◦ •◦•◦•
Flush and replace the engine coolant. •
◦Recommend replacement.
(#) The air cleaner cartridge must be changed every
15,000 km if used in dusty areas.
(##)
Non-dusty/normal areas: advised maximum mileage
120,000 km. Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be
replaced every 6 years. Dusty areas and/or demanding use
(cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised
maximum mileage 60,000 km. Regardless of the mileage,
the belt must be replaced every 4 years.
(*)The oil and oil filter replacement must be carried out
when indicated by a warning light or message on the
instrument panel, or in any case should not exceed 1 year.
(**) The spark plug change is km based only, yearly
intervals do not apply.
(***) Change the automatic transmission fluid and
filter(s) at 75,000 km or 5 years if using your vehicle for
police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing. Periodic Checks
Every
1,000 km or before long journeys, check and, if
necessary, restore:
• engine coolant;
• brake fluid;
• power steering fluid;
• windshield washer fluid level;
• tire inflation pressure and condition;
• operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators, hazard warning lights, etc.);
• operation of windshield washer/wiper system and positioning/wear of windshield/rear window wiper
blades.
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Check tire condition/wear
and adjust pressure, if
necessary; check TIREKIT
expiration date (if provided).
••••••••••
Check operation of lighting
system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard lights,
passenger compartment
lights, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.).
••••••••••
Check and, if necessary,
top-up fluid levels (engine
coolant, brake/hydraulic
clutch fluid, windshield
washer fluid, battery fluid,
etc.)
••••••••••
Check exhaust gas
emissions/smokiness.••••••••••
Use the diagnosis socket to
check engine management
system operation; emissions
and (where provided) engine
oil deterioration.
••••••••••
Check windshield/rear
window wiper blade
position/wear.
•••••
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Replace power transfer unit
(PTU) fluid (for
versions/markets, where
provided).
••
Flush and replace the engine
coolant.•
Replace cabin air filter (##).○•○•○•○•○•
(*) The oil and oil filter replacement must be carried
out when indicated by a warning light or message on
the instrument panel, or in any case every 2 years. If the
car is used for less than 10.000 km per year, it is
necessary to replace engine oil and cartridge every 1
year.
(**) Change the automatic transmission fluid and fil-
ter(s) at 80.000 km or 4 years if using vehicle for police,
taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing.
(***) In case of refuel with a lower fuel quality than
standard, you are advised to change this filter every
20.000 km.
○Replacement advised.
(#) Areas that are not dusty: advised maximum mileage
120.000 km. Regardless of the mileage, the belt must
be replaced every 6 years. Dusty areas and/or demand-
ing use (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling):
advised maximum mileage 60.000 km. Regardless of the
mileage, the belt must be replaced every 4 years.
(##) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, you are
advised to change this filter every 20.000 km.
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Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling
R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydrofluoro-
carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product.
However, the manufacturer recommends that air con-
ditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or
other service facilities using recovery and recycling
equipment.
NOTE:Use only manufacturer approved A/C system
PAG compressor oil and refrigerants.
A/C AIR FILTER
Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper
maintenance intervals.
Car maintenance should be done at a
FIAT Dealership. For routine and minor
maintenance operations you wish to
carry out yourself, we do recommend you have
the proper equipment , genuine FIAT spare parts
and the necessary fluids; do not however carry out
these operations if you have no experience.
WARNING!
Do not remove the A/C air filter while
th e

blower is operating or personal in-
jury may result .
The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet behind
the glove box. Perform the following steps to replace
the filter:
1. Open the glove box and remove all contents.
2. Push the retaining tab on each side of the glove box inward while gently pulling the glove box door
outward until both tabs clear the door opening in
the instrument panel. (fig. 200)
3. Pivot the glove box downward.
(fig. 200) Glove Box Removal
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Interior Care
Instrument Panel Cover
The instrument panel cover has a low glare surface,
which minimizes reflections in the windshield. Do not
use protectants or other products, which may cause
undesirable reflections. Use soap and warm water to
restore the low glare surface.
Cleaning Interior Trim
Interior trim should be cleaned starting with a damp
cloth. Do not use harsh cleaners.
Cleaning Leather Upholstery
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by
regular cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles
of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather
upholstery and should be removed promptly with a
damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with
a soft cloth. Care should be taken to avoid soaking your
leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not use
polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or
ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather uphol-
stery. Application of a leather conditioner is not re-
quired to maintain the original condition.WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning
purposes .

Many are potentially flam-
mable, and if used in closed areas they may cause
respiratory harm.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that are lighter and
less susceptible to stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass and therefore
different lens cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of scratching the lenses and
reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry cloth. To
remove road dirt, wash with a mild soap solution
followed by rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents,
steel wool or other aggressive material to clean the
lenses.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the left
front corner of the instrument panel and is visible from
outside of the vehicle through the windshield. This
number also appears stamped on the right front door
sill under the sill moulding and printed on the Automo-
bile Information Disclosure Label affixed to a window
on your vehicle, the vehicle registration and title.
The VIN is also stamped on either right or left hand
side of the engine block.
(fig. 204) (fig. 205)
NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
(fig. 204)
VIN Location(fig. 205)Stamped VIN Location
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Instrument Panel and Controls..................6
Instrument Panel Cover . . . ..................357
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ................358
Interior Appearance Care . . . .................357
Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . ..................308
Interior Lights .............................96
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ..............98
Intervention Regeneration Strategy ..............344
Introduction ...............................1
Jacking Instructions . . ...................... .286
Jack Location ........................ .283, 284
Jack Operation . . . . . . . . ...................286
Jump Starting . . . . . . . ..................... .279
Key Fo b Programming Additional Key Fobs ..............14
Programming Additional Transmitters ...........14
Key-In Reminder . . . . . . . . ...................10
Keyless Enter-N-Go .................... .123, 238
Keyless Entry System . . . . . . ..................13
Keyless Go ................................8
Key, Programming . . . . . . . ...................12
Key, Replacement . . . . . . . . . ..................12
Keys....................................8
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) . . ...................11
Lane Change and Turn Signals ..................95
Lane Change Assist . . . . . . ...................95
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................ .194
Latches. ............................... .236
Hood .............................. .136
Lead Free Gasoline ........................ .379Leaks, Fluid
............................. .236
Leveling, Headlight ..........................92
LifeofTires..............................376
Liftgate.................................130
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ................101
Light Bulbs .......................... .236, 300
Lights .............................. .92, 236
Airbag ....................... .213, 235, 273
Anti-Lock ........................... .143
Anti-Lock Warning ..................... .278
Automatic Headlights .....................92
Back-Up ............................ .305
Brake Assist

Warning .................... .147
Brake Warning ........................ .276
Bulb Replacement ...................... .301
Courtesy/Reading ........................96
Dimmer Switch, Headlight ..................95
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator ......147
Exterior ............................. .236
Fog .......................... .94, 274, 302
Hazard Warning Flasher .................. .107
Headlight Leveling ........................92
Headlights ......................... .92, 301
Headlights On Reminder ...................94
Headlights On With Wipers .............93, 100
Headlight Switch .........................92
High Beam ..................... .95, 274, 301
High Beam Indicator .................... .274
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................95
Illuminated Entry ........................97
Instrument Cluster ................... .92, 273
Intensity Control ........................96
Interior ...............................96
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