FIAT FREEMONT 2016 1.G Owners Manual

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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COURTESY/READING LIGHTS
The overhead console has two courtesy lights. The
lights turn on when a door or the liftgate is opened. If
your vehicle is equipped with Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) the lights will also turn on when the UNLOCK
button on the RKE transmitter is pressed. The cour-
tesy lights also function as reading lights. Press in on
each lens to turn these lights on while inside the
vehicle. Press the lens a second time to turn each light
off. You may adjust the direction of these lights by
pressing the outside ring, which is identified with four
directional arrows.
(fig. 69)
SUNGLASSES STORAGE
To access the storage compartment, press on the
raised bars on the compartment door in the center of
the console and release and the door will swing
downward.
(fig. 70)
INTERIOR OBSERVATION MIRROR
The convex interior observation mirror provides the
driver and front seat passenger a wide field of view to
conveniently view passengers sitting in the rear passen-
ger seats. To use the interior observation mirror, press
on the raised bars on the compartment door and
release (the door will swing downward), then raise the
door until it is almost closed and release. The door will
latch in position to use the interior observation mirror.
(fig. 69)Courtesy/Reading Light(fig. 70)Sunglasses Storage Compartment
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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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STORAGE
GLOVE COMPARTMENT
The glove compartment is located on the passenger
side of the instrument panel. Pull on the release handle
to open the glove compartment.
(fig. 72)
FLOOR CONSOLE STORAGE
An open storage area, or cubby bin, is located in the
floor console.
(fig. 73)
CENTER CONSOLE STORAGE
There is a storage tray and storage compartment
located under the center console armrest.
(fig. 74)
(fig. 72)Glove Compartment
(fig. 73)Floor Console Cubby Bin
(fig. 74) Center Console
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Pull upward on the release handle, located on the front
of the lid, to gain access to the storage tray and storage
compartment.
(fig. 75)
The storage tray can be slid forward and rearward or
removed to access the center console storage
compartment.
(fig. 76)
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a con-
sole c ompar

tment lid in the open posi-
tion. Driving with the console compartment lid
open may result in injury in a collision.
(fig. 75)
Center Console Storage Tray(fig. 76)Center Console Storage Compartment
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Sliding Armrest (for automatic transmission
only)
The center console armrest can also be slid rearward
for easy access to the storage area.
(fig. 77)
FLIP 'N STOW™ FRONT PASSENGER SEAT
STORAGE (for versions/markets, where
provided)
The seat latch release-loop is located in the center of
the seat cushion between the seat cushion and the
seatback. Pull the loop upward to release the latch and
then forward to open the seat to the detent position.
(fig. 78)
NOTE:Make sure that objects inside the bin do not
interfere with the latch before closing the seat. Push
the seat cushion downward after closing it to make
sure it latches to the base.
WARNING!
Be certain that the seat cushion is
locked sec

urely into position before us-
ing the seat . Otherwise, the seat will not provide
the proper stability for passengers. An improp-
erly latched seat cushion could cause serious
injury.
(fig. 77)
Sliding Armrest(fig. 78)Front Passenger Seat Storage Compartment
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SECOND-ROW PASSENGER SEAT
TEMPORARY STORAGE BIN
This is a temporary storage bin designed for use when
the seatback/armrest is down. Be sure to remove all
items from this bin before raising the seatback/armrest.
SECOND-ROW MAP POCKET AND
GROCERY RETAINERS
A map storage pocket and grocery retainers are lo-
cated on the back of the drivers seatback.
(fig. 79)
IN-FLOOR STORAGE BIN WITH
REMOVABLE LINER
NOTE:Position the front seat to at least a mid-track
position to provide easier access to the storage bin.
An in-floor storage bin is located behind each front
seat. Each 5.9L bin can hold up to 12, 0.35L cans, plus
ice, or other items. The removable bin liner allows for
easy filling, emptying, and cleaning.
To access the bin, position the floor mat aside (for
versions/markets, where provided). Pull the door latch
release-loop upward to release the latch and then
forward to open the bin door.
(fig. 80)
(fig. 79)
Seat Storage And Grocery Retainers(fig. 80) In-Floor Storage
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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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