Fiat 500c (2015) manuale d’uso

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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA W ith respect to any V ehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor e. DRIVING AND ALCOHOL Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Y our driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol le[...]

T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION P AGE 1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................. 3 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST AR TING YOUR VEHICLE ............................. 9 3 UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 4 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL . . . . . [...]

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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS ! INTRODUCTION ........................ 4 ! HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .............. 5 ! W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS .............. 7 ! VEHICLE IDENTIFICA TION NUMBER ........ 7 ! VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS/AL TERA TIONS .... 8 1 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be as- sured that it repr esents pr ecision workmanship, distinc- tive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. This Owner’s Manual has been prepar ed with the assis- tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with the operation a[...]

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the T able of Contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the items of equipment or dered, certain descriptions and illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment. The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual contains [...]

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W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owners Manual contains W ARNINGS against op- erating procedures that could result in a collision or bodily injury . It also contains CAUTIONS against proce- dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entir e Owners Manual, you may miss important information. Observe all W arnings and Cau- [...]

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General Information The Sentry Key® system complies with FCC rules part 15 and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause unde- sired operation. NOTE: C[...]

T o Unlock The Doors And Liftgate Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter once to unlock the driver ’s door or twice, within five seconds, to unlock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also turn on. Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Do[...]

1. Push the mechanical key release button and r elease the mechanical key to access the battery case screw lo- cated on the side of the Key Fob. 2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the Key Fob using a small screwdriver . Mechanical Key Release Button Key Fob Screw Location 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17 I n f o r m a t i o[...]

3. T ake out the battery case. Remove and replace the battery observing its polarity . 4. Refit the battery case inside the Key Fob and turn the screw to lock it into place. General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not[...]

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate from a normal distance, check for these two conditions: 1. A weak battery in the transmitter . The expected life of the battery is a minimum of three years. 2. Closeness to a radio transmitter such as a radio station tower , airport transmitter , and some mobile or CB radios. DOOR LOCKS The door locks can be[...]

W ARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather . Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • For personal security and safety in the event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle. • Before exiting a vehicle, always turn the ignition [...]

Power Door Locks — If Equipped A power door lock switch is incorporated into the driver door handle. Push or pull the handle to lock or unlock the doors and liftgate. If the driver ’s door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the driver ’s door handle (indicating locked) when the door is closed, the door will lock. NOTE: T o pre[...]

T o change the setting proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push the MENU button to enter the MENU screen. 2. Push the UP or DOWN button to highlight “Auto Door Locks”. Push the MENU button, use the UP or DOWN buttons to turn setting ON or OFF 3. Briefly push the MENU button to go back to the menu screen, or push and hold the MENU button (approxi- ma[...]

Auto-Down The driver’s door window switch has an Auto-Down feature. Push the window switch for approximately one second, release, and the window will go down automati- cally . T o cancel the Auto-Down movement, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. Wind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the perc[...]

LIFTGA TE T o unlock the liftgate, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or activate the power door lock switches located on the driver door handle. T o open the liftgate, squeeze the liftgate release handle and pull the liftgate open with one fluid motion. Liftgate Handle 24 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o[...]

W ARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle. Y ou and your passengers could be injured by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when you are operating the vehicle. • If you are required to drive with the liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed, and the climate control blower switch[...]

Here are some simple steps you can take to minimize the risk of harm from a deploying air bag: 1. Childr en 12 years old and under should always ride buckled up in a vehicle with a rear seat. 2. If a child from 2 to 12 years old (not in a rear -facing child restraint) must ride in the fr ont passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible and[...]

W ARNING! • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag. A deploying Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag can cause death or serious injury to a child 12 years or younger , including a child in a rear- facing child restraint. • Only use rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat. Seat Belt Systems Buckle up even [...]

After the sequence completes, the Seat Belt Reminder Light remains illuminated until the respective seat belts are buckled. The driver should instruct all other occu- pants to buckle their seat belts. If an outboard front seat belt is unbuckled while traveling at speeds gr eater than 5 mph (8 km/h), BeltAlert will provide both audio and visual noti[...]

W ARNING! • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly . In some collisions, the air bags won’t deploy at all. Always wear your seat belt even though you have air bags. • In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer much greater injuries[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of injury in a collision. The seat belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap part of your seat belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted seat belt may not protect you properly . In a collision, it coul[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. Y ou are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together . • A frayed or torn seat belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no pro[...]

3. When the seat belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” 4. Position the lap belt so that it is snug and lies low across your hips, below your abdomen. T o remove slack in the lap belt portion, pull up on the shoulder belt. T o loosen the lap belt if it is too tight, tilt the latch plate and [...]

5. Position the shoulder belt across the shoulder and chest with minimal, if any slack so that it is comfort- able and not resting on your neck. The retractor will withdraw any slack in the shoulder belt. 6. T o release the seat belt, push the red button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically r etract to its stowed position. If necessary ,[...]

3. Slide the latch plate upward over the folded webbing. The folded webbing must enter the slot at the top of the latch plate. 4. Continue to slide the latch plate up until it clears the folded webbing and the seat belt is no longer twisted. Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is not long enough to fit properly , even when the webbing is fully extend[...]

Seat Belts And Pregnant W omen W e recommend that pregnant women use the seat belts throughout their pregnancy . Keeping the mother safe is the best way to keep the baby safe. Pregnant women should wear the lap part of the seat belt across the thighs and as snug across the hips as possible. Keep the seat belt low so that it does not come across the[...]

Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) — If Equipped The seat belts in the passenger seating positions may be equipped with a switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) which is used to secure a child restraint system. For additional information, refer to “Installing Child Restraints Using The V ehicle Seat Belt” under the “Child Re[...]

Driver Center Passenger First Row N/A N/A ALR Second Row ALR N/A ALR • N/A — Not Applicable • ALR — Automatic Locking Retractor If the passenger seating position is equipped with an ALR and is being used for normal usage: Only pull the seat belt webbing out far enough to comfortably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section so as to not acti[...]

How T o Engage The Automatic Locking Mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire seat belt is extracted. 3. Allow the seat belt to retract. As the seat belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking Mode. How T o D[...]

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Air Bag System Components Y our vehicle may be equipped with the following air bag system components: • Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) • Air Bag W arning Light • Steering Wheel and Column • Instrument Panel • Knee Impact Bolsters • Advanced Front Air Bags • Supplemental Side Air Bags • Supple[...]

W ARNING! • Being too close to the steering wheel or instrument panel during Advanced Front Air Bag deployment could cause serious injury , including death. Air bags need room to inflate. Sit back, comfortably extending your arms to reach the steering wheel or instrument panel. • Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an air bag.[...]

Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag system has multistage driver and front passenger air bags. This system provides output appropriate to the severity and type of collision as determined by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC), which may receive information from the front impact sensors or other system components. The firs[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • Relying on the air bags alone could lead to more severe injuries in a collision. The air bags work with your seat belt to restrain you properly . In some collisions, air bags won’t deploy at all. Al- ways wear your seat belts even though you have air bags. Advanced Front Air Bag Operation Advanced Front Air Bags are desi[...]

The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The Advanced Front Air Bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. The air bags then quickly deflate while helping to restrain the driver and front passenger . Knee Imp[...]

The SABs may help to reduce the risk of occupant injury during certain side impacts, in addition to the injury reduction potential pr ovided by the seat belts and body structur e. When the SAB deploys, it opens the seam on the out- board side of the seatback’s trim cover . The inflating SAB deploys through the seat seam into the space between the[...]

• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs): Located above the side windows. The trim covering the SABICs is labeled SRS AIRBAG. SABICs may help reduce the risk of head injury to front and rear seat outboard occupants in certain side impacts. SABICs may reduce the risk of injuries in certain side impacts, in addition to the injury re[...]

W ARNING! • Y our vehicle is equipped with left and right Supple- mental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs). Do not stack luggage or other cargo up high enough to block the deployment of the SABICs. The trim covering above the side windows where the SABIC and its deployment path are located should remain free from any obstructions. • Y o[...]

compartment. The Side Air Bags may deploy during angled or offset frontal collisions where the Advanced Front Air Bags deploy . Side Air Bags are a supplement to the seat belt restraint system. Side Air Bags deploy in less time than it takes to blink your eyes. Occupants, including children, who are up against or very close to Side Air Bags can be [...]

If A Deployment Occurs The Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflate immediately after deployment. NOTE: Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all collisions. This does not mean something is wrong with the air bag system. If you do have a collision, which deploys the air bags, any or all of the following may occur: • The air bag mat[...]

W ARNING! Deployed air bags and seat belt pretensioners cannot protect you in another collision. Have the air bags, seat belt pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor assemblies replaced by an authorized dealer imme- diately . Also, have the Occupant Restraint Controller System serviced as well. NOTE: • Air bag covers may not be obvious in the [...]

System Reset Procedure Depending on the nature of the event the left and right turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel cluster , may both be blinking and will continue to blink until the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position. In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road, you must follow the system reset procedur e. Cust[...]

Customer Action Customer W ill See 7. T urn Left T urn Signal Switch OFF . (T urn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State). Left T urn Light is OFF . Right T urn Light is OFF . 8. T urn ignition OFF . System is now reset and the engine may be started. 9. T urn Hazard Flashers OFF (Manually). If a reset procedur e step is not completed within [...]

W arning Light will turn off. If the ORC detects a mal- function in any part of the system, it turns on the Air Bag W arning Light, either momentarily or continuously . A single chime will sound to alert you if the light comes on again after initial startup. The ORC also includes diagnostics that will illuminate the instrument panel Air Bag W arnin[...]

Maintaining Y our Air Bag System W ARNING! • Modifications to any part of the air bag system could cause it to fail when you need it. Y ou could be injured if the air bag system is not there to protect you. Do not modify the components or wiring, including adding any kind of badges or stickers to the steering wheel hub trim cover or the upper rig[...]

Event Data Recorder (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recor der (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to recor d, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per - formed. The EDR is designed to record data r[...]

Child Restraints Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies and children. Every state in the United States, and every Canadian province, r equires that small childr en ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law , and you can be pros- ecuted for ignoring it. Children 12 years or younger should ride properly[...]

NOTE: • For additional information, refer to www .seatcheck.org or call 1–866–SEA TCHECK (732–8243). Canadian residents should refer to T ransport Canada’s website for additional information: • www .tc.gc.ca/eng/roadsafety/safedrivers- childsafety-index-53.htm Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In V ehicles Child Size, [...]

Child Size, Height, W eight Or Age Recommended T ype Of Child Restraint Small Children Children who are at least two years old or who have out-grown the height or weight limit of their rear -facing child restraint Forward-Facing Child Restraint with a five-point Harness, facing forward in the rear seat of the vehicle Larger Children Children who ha[...]

Infants And Child Restraints Safety experts recommend that children ride rear -facing in the vehicle until they are two years old or until they reach either the height or weight limit of their rear-facing child restraint. T wo types of child restraints can be used rear -facing: infant carriers and convertible child seats. The infant carrier is only[...]

Older Children And Child Restraints Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear -facing convertible child seat can ride forward-facing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and convertible child seats used in the forward-facing direction are for childr en who are over two years old or who have outgrown the rear -facing weigh[...]

Children T oo Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably , and whose legs are long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the seat belt in a rear seat. Use this simple 5-step test to decide whether the child can use the vehicle’s seat belt alon[...]

Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints Restraint T ype Combined W eight of the Child + Child Restraint Use any attachment method shown with an “X” Below LA TCH – Lower Anchors Only Seat Belt Only LA TCH – Lower Anchors + T op T ether Anchor Seat Belt + T op T ether Anchor Rear-Facing Child Restraint Up to 65 lbs (29.5 kg) XX Rear-Fa[...]

Lower Anchors And T ethers For Children (LA TCH) Restraint System Y our vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- age system called LA TCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and T ethers for CHildren. The LA TCH system has three vehicle anchor points for installing LA TCH- equipped child seats. There are two lower anchorages located at the [...]

LA TCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This V ehicle • Lower Anchorage Symbol 2 anchorages per seating position • T op T ether Anchorage Symbol 2 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE 63 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the LA TCH anchorage system to attach the child restraint? 65 lbs (29.5 kg) Use the LA TCH anchorage system until the combined weight of the child and the child restraint is 65 lbs (29.5 kg). Use the seat belt and tether anchor instead of the LA TCH system once th[...]

Can the rear -facing child restraint touch the back of the front passenger seat? Y es The child seat may touch the back of the front passenger seat if the child restraint manufacturer also allows contact. See your child restraint owner ’s manual for more information. Can the head restraints be removed? Y es Y es, all may be removed Locating The L[...]

Locating The Upper T ether Anchorages There are tether strap anchorages behind each rear seating position located on the back of the seat. LA TCH-compatible child restraint systems will be equipped with a rigid bar or a flexible strap on each side. Each will have a hook or connector to attach to the lower anchorage and a way to tighten the connecti[...]

T o Install A LA TCH-Compatible Child Restraint If the selected seating position has a Switchable Auto- matic Locking Retractor (ALR) seat belt, stow the seat belt, following the instructions below . See the section “Installing Child Restraints Using the V ehicle Seat Belt” to check what type of seat belt each seating position has. 1. Loosen th[...]

How T o Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt: When using the LA TCH attaching system to install a child restraint, stow all ALR seat belts that are not being used by other occupants or being used to secure child restraints. An unused belt could injure a child if they play with it and accidentally lock the seat belt retractor . Before installing a child res[...]

Installing Child Restraints Using The V ehicle Seat Belt The seat belts in the passenger seating positions are equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the seat belt tight around the child r estraint so that it is not necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be “switche[...]

What is the weight limit (child’s weight + weight of the child restraint) for using the T ether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? W eight limit of the Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the recommended weight limit of the chil[...]

Installing A Child Restraint W ith A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating position. For some second row seats, you may need to recline the seat and/or raise the head restraint to get a better fit. If the rear seat can be moved forward and rearwar d in the vehicle, you may wish to move it [...]

9. T est that the child r estraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the seat belt path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm) in any direction. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the seat belt occasionally , and pull it tight if necessary . Installing Child Restraints Using The T op T eth[...]

2. Route the tether strap to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. If your vehicle is equipped with adjustable rear head restraints, raise the head restraint, and where possible, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the two posts. If not possible, lower the head restraint and pass t[...]

W ARNING! • An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to increased head motion and possible injury to the child. Use only the anchorage position directly behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top tether strap. • If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear seat, make sure the tether strap does not slip into the opening betwee[...]

CAUTION! Never use Non-Detergent Oil or Straight Mineral Oil in the engine or damage may result. NOTE: A new engine may consume some oil during its first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should be considered a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as a problem. SAFETY TIPS T ransporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPOR T P ASSE[...]

Exhaust Gas W ARNING! Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Breathing it can make you unconscious and can eventually poison you. T o avoid breathing (CO), follow these safety tips: • Do not run the engine in a closed garage or in confined areas any longer than needed to move your veh[...]

Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Inside The V ehicle Seat Belts Inspect the seat belt system periodically , checking for cuts, frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately . Do not disassemble or modify the system. Front seat belt assemblies must be r eplaced after a collision. Rear seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a [...]

W ARNING! Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of serious per - sonal injury . • Always make sure that floor mats are properly attached to the floor mat fasteners. • Never place or install floor mats or other floor coverings in the vehicle that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from mov[...]

Periodic Safety Checks Y ou Should Make Outside The V ehicle T ires Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges. Check the wheel bolts for tightness. Check the ti[...]

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UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ! POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP — IF EQUIPPED . .84 ▫ Lowering The Power T op ................. 8 4 ▫ Raising The Power T op .................. 8 4 ▫ Power Convertible T op Relearn Procedur e ..... 8 6 ▫ W ind Stop ........................... 8 7 ! MIRRORS ............................. 8 7 ▫[...]

▫ Seat Height Adjustment ................ .101 ▫ EZ Entry Feature ..................... .101 ▫ Memory Feature ..................... .102 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............ .103 ▫ Head Restraints ..................... .104 ! T O OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD ........ .106 ! LIGHTS ............................ .108 ▫ Multifunction Leve[...]

▫ T o Resume Speed .................... .120 ▫ T o V ary The Speed Setting .............. .120 ▫ T o Accelerate For Passing ............... .121 ! REAR P ARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED ....... .122 ▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ............... .122 ▫ Rear Park Assist W arning Display ......... .123 ▫ Rear Park Assist Display ............... .1[...]

POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP — IF EQUIPPED On vehicles equipped with a power convertible top, the power convertible top switch is located on the overhead console. The switch contains two buttons. The passenger side button, is used to open the power top, and the driver side button, is used to close the power top. NOTE: The power top buttons will operate [...]

NOTE: Rail lubrication is recommended every 2000 cycles, or if scratching noises due to dust are present. Refer to “Fluids, Lubes, and Genuine Part” in “Maintain- ing Y our V ehicle” for information. CAUTION! Failure to follow these cautions may cause interior water damage, stains or mildew on the top material: • A void high-pressure car [...]

Power Convertible T op Relearn Procedure If your power convertible top does not operate in the Auto Opening/Closing mode (automatically opening/ closing to the one-quarter open and three-quarter open comfort stops), or if the trunk lid does not open - the following relearn procedur e may be necessary . 1. Confirm that the door/trunk lid are closed.[...]

Wind Stop The W ind Stop installs in the backseat area of the vehicle. The W ind Stop will not interfer e with power top opera- tion. Therefor e, it can remain installed when the top is up. MIRRORS Inside Day/Night Mirror The mirror can be adjusted up, down, left, and right for various drivers. The mirror should be adjusted to center on the view th[...]

Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the feature on or off by pressing the button at the base of the mirror . A light to the left of the button will illuminate to indicate when the dimming feature is activated. The sensor to the right of the button doe[...]

Power Mirrors The power mirror controls are located on the driver ’s door trim panel. The power mirror controls consist of a mirror select switch and a four-way mirror control switch. T o adjust a mirror , press the mirror select switch to either the L (left) or R (right) to select the mirror you need to adjust. Using the mirror control switch, p[...]

Spotter Mirror — If Equipped Some models are equipped with a driver’s side spotter mirror . The spotter mirror allows for a greater range of visibility on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Folding Mirrors The exterior mirrors are hinged to allow the mirror to pivot forward or rearward to help avoid damage. The mirror has three detent position[...]

Sun Visors The driver and passenger sun visors are located on the headliner , near the front windshield. The sun visor can be rotated downward or up against the door glass. Both sun visors are equipped with courtesy mirrors. BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE COMMUNICA TION Blue&Me™ Hands-Free Communication Overview — If Equipped W indows Mobile™-[...]

having to take your eyes off the road or remove your hands from the steering wheel. T o use voice commands you are not required to train the voice recognition system to recognize your voice. This implies that the system is nearly equally performing with differ ent persons, i.e.: the voice recognition system is of the “speaker independent” type.[...]

steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi- function display . Please refer to the Fiat Blue & Me Radio Supplement for further information. T o get started with BLUE&ME™ hands-free kit with voice recognition, you have to simply pair your Bluetooth® wire- less technology enabled mobile phone with the system. Pairing is an oper[...]

• T o interact with BLUE&ME™ you can use either the buttons on the steering wheel or voice commands. W ith voice recognition, you can perform system func- tions by speaking voice commands, also identified as “keywords”. When the system recognizes a keyword, it will r espond with the appr opriate action. V oice recognition is an easy and[...]

• Conference Call — Y ou can call another contact while you are engaged in a phone conversation (with Bluetooth® phones supporting this option). • Call W aiting — While engaged in a phone conversa- tion, you can receive notification of another incoming phone call, answer the other incoming phone call, and switch between two ongoing phone c[...]

NOTE: Not all mobile phones support the SMS text message reader function or automatic phonebook transfer via Bluetooth®. For further information on the list of compatible mobile phones go to http://www .fiatusa.com, find the SUPPOR T section near the bottom of web page and click on the Bluetooth® logo. Message reader functions are managed by the [...]

Media Player W ith the BLUE&ME™ media player you can play the digital audio files stored on a USB device by simply connecting it to the USB port located in the center console of the car . A second USB port, used for charging only , is located in the glovebox. In this way , while you are driving you can play your favorite music collections. ?[...]

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NOTE: If the indicator message illuminates when you start the vehicle, the oil change indicator system did not reset. If necessary , repeat this procedur e. T rip Computer The T rip Computer is located in the instrument cluster . It features a driver-interactive display (displays informa- tion such as trip information, range, fuel consumption, aver[...]

Start Of T rip Procedure W ith the ignition on, push and hold the TRIP button for over one second to reset. Exit T rip T o exit the T rip function, wait until all the values have been displayed or hold the MENU button for longer than one second. Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back to the menu screen or push and hold the MENU (approx[...]

V alues Displayed Range This indicates the distance which may be traveled with the fuel r emaining in the tank, assuming that driving conditions will not change. The message “----” will appear on the display in the following cases: • Distance less than 30 miles (or 50 km). • The vehicle is parked for a long time with the engine running. NOT[...]

Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) Dimmer The EVIC display is provided with a light sensor capable of detecting environmental light conditions and adjust- ing the brightness of the instruments accordingly . NOTE: The brightness of the instrument panel may change while travelling following an event that causes switching from “day?[...]

NOTE: The setting can be increased or decreased by 5 mph or km/h each time the UP/DOWN button is pushed for speed settings above 20 mph (32 km/h). T o increase or decrease the set speed rapidly , push and hold the UP/DOWN button. Save the setting by briefly push- ing the button when you approach the requir ed setting. • Briefly push and release t[...]

3. Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back to the menu screen, or push and hold the MENU button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings. Set T ime (Clock) This function may be used to set the clock through two submenu items: “T ime” and “Mode.” Proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and[...]

• Briefly push and release the MENU button to return to the “T ime” sub-function. • When accessing the “Mode” submenu, briefly push and release the MENU button. The previously set display format will flash on the display . • Push and release the UP or DOWN button to select “24h” or “12h.” When you have selected the r equired s[...]

NOTE: The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the UP or DOWN button is pushed. Push and hold the UP or DOWN button to increase/decr ease the setting rapidly . Save the setting by briefly pushing the button when you approach the requir ed setting. • Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back to the menu screen, or push[...]

Speed Display When this function is activated the cluster will display the vehicle speed (MPH or km/h). T o activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) the speed display feature, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button. Push and release the UP or DOWN button to highlight Speed Display . Push and release the MENU button to enter the[...]

Units (Set Units) This function may be used to set the measurement unit in three submenus: “Distance,” “T emperatur e” and “Fuel Economy , and T ire Pressure.” T o set the required unit, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button. Push and release the UP or DOWN button to highlight Units. Push and release the MENU b[...]

3. When accessing the “T emperatur e” submenu: briefly push and release the MENU button. Either “°F” or “°C” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting). 4. Push and release the UP or DOWN button for setting. 5. Briefly push and release the MENU button to return to the T ire Pressur e — PSI/KP A sub-menu. When you[...]

Buzzer V olume (Adjusting The Failure/W arning Buzzer V olume) W ith this function the volume of the buzzer accompany- ing any failure/warning indication can be adjusted to one of eight volume levels. T o adjust the volume proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button. Push and release the UP or DOWN button, then high- light the B[...]

Belt Buzzer (Buzzer Activation For S.B.R. Indication) This function will only be displayed after a FIA T Group Automobiles dealership has deactivated the S.B.R. system. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) This function may be used to activate / deactivate the Daytime Running Lamps. Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off: 1. Briefly push and r[...]

T o set the required unit, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button to display the two sub-menus. 2. Push and release the UP or DOWN button to navigate the two sub-menus. 3. Select the required sub-menu and then briefly push and release the MENU button. 4. Push and release the UP or DOWN button for setting. 5. Briefly push an[...]

T ire Pressure This function will be used to display the tire pressures individually for all four tires by location. Proceed as follows: 1. Briefly push and release the MENU button. Push and release the UP or DOWN button to highlight the T ire Pressur e. Push and release the MENU button to enter the T ire Pressur e MENU . 2. Push and release the UP[...]

Exit Menu This function closes the initial menu screen. Briefly push and release the MENU button to go back to the main screen. Push and release the button to return to the first menu option (Speed Beep). Push and release the button to return to the last menu option (Daylights). SALES CODE (RAB) RADIO RAB Radio 180 UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P [...]

Introduction The radio has been designed according to the specifica- tions of the passenger compartment, with a personalized design to match the style of the dashboard. If the radio has BLUE&ME™, refer to the appropriate “BLUE&ME™ User ’s Manual” for further information. The instructions for use are given below and we recom- mend [...]

CDs The presence of dirt, scratches or distortions on the CDs could cause skipping and poor sound quality while it is playing. For optimal playback conditions, follow these guidelines: • Only use branded CDs. • Clean every CD thoroughly removing any finger marks or dust using a soft cloth. Hold CDs by the outside and clean them from the middle [...]

• If a copy-protected CD is used, it may take a few seconds before the system starts to play it. The CD player cannot be guaranteed to play all pr otected discs. The fact that the CD is pr otected fr om being copied is often shown in very small letters or is difficult to read on the actual CD cover where it may be, for example, “COPY CONTROL,?[...]

W ith Alpine Premium Audio system (if equipped): • T wo 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers. • T wo 1 1 mm tweeter speakers in the front pillars. • T wo 100 mm full range speakers, one speaker in each of the rear side panels. • An amplifier in the trunk on the right-hand side panel. • Antenna on the car roof. • Radio with CD/MP3 player .[...]

BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE MEDIA CD/AUX/Media Player (if equipped and present) source selection Short repeated button push BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE (Mute/Pause Button) V olume activation/deactivation (Mute/Pause) Short button push AUDIO Audio adjustments: low tones (BASS), high tones (TREBLE), left/ right balance (BALANCE), fr ont/ rear bal[...]

BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE MENU Advanced functions adjustment Menu activation: short button push Adjustment type selection: push or Adjustment of values: push or +V ol/–V ol V olume adjustment Push + button: volume increase Push – button: volume decrease BUTTON RADIO FUNCTIONS MODE Radio Station Search: • Automatic Search • Manual Search[...]

BUTTON CD FUNCTIONS MODE CD ejection Short button push Previous/next track play Short button push or CD track fast forward/r ewind Long button push or Previous/next folder play (for CD-MP3) Short button push or General Information The radio offers the following functions: Radio Section • PLL tuning with FM/AM bands • RBDS (Radio Broadcast Data [...]

CD Section • T rack selection (forward/backward) • Fast forward/rewind through tracks • CD Display function: display of track number and on mp3 discs (song title, artist) and time elapsed since start of the track • Playing Audio CD, CD-R and CD-R W CAUTION! On multimedia CDs, besides audio tracks, there are data tracks too. Playing this typ[...]

Functions And Adjustments T urning The Car Radio On The car radio comes on when the (ON/OFF) button is pushed briefly . When the car radio is turned on and the on volume limit is on, the volume is limited to a setting of five even if it had been set higher when previously used. T urning The Car Radio Off Push the (ON/OFF) button to turn the radio o[...]

When the volume level is changed using the dedicated controls, the Mute function is deactivated and the vol- ume is adjusted to the new level selected. Audio Adjustment The functions that can be selected from the audio menu change depending on the context: AM/FM/MEDIA/ SA TELLITE. Push the AUDIO button briefly to change the Audio functions. After t[...]

T one Adjustment Proceed as follows: 1. Push the AUDIO button. 2. Push the or button to select “Bass,” “Mid- range” or “T r eble” in the AUDIO menu. 3. Push the or button to increase/decrease the bass or treble adjustments. By pushing the or buttons briefly , the levels will change progressively . By pushing them down longer , the level[...]

Fader Adjustment Proceed as follows: 1. Push the AUDIO button. 2. Push the or button to set “Fader” in the AUDIO menu. 3. Push the button to increase the sound coming from the rear speakers or the button to increase the sound coming from the front speakers. By pushing the or buttons briefly , the levels will change progressively . By pushing th[...]

T o activate the equalizer , use the AUDIO button to select one of the adjustments: • “EQ User” (adjustment of 7 equalizer bands that can be changed by the user) • “Classic” (equalizer preset for optimal classic music sound) • “Rock” (equalizer preset for optimal rock and pop music sound) • “Jazz” (equalizer preset for optim[...]

Menu MENU Button Functions Push the MENU button briefly to activate the Menu function. Use the or buttons to scroll through the menu functions. T o change the setting of the selected func- tion, use the or buttons. The current status of the selected function appears on the display . The functions managed by the Menu are: • Speech V olume • Aux [...]

On V olume Limit This function makes it possible to activate/deactivate the maximum volume limit when turning the radio on. The display shows the function status: • “On volume limit: on” – when the radio is turned on the volume level will be: – If the volume level is equal to or higher than the maximum value, the radio will come on at the[...]

Radio Off Function This function makes it possible to set the radio switching off mode by choosing between two methods. The chosen mode appears on the display: • “Radio off: 00 min” — The radio turns off in connec- tion with the ignition key; the radio is turned auto- matically off as soon as the key is turned to the STOP position. • “R[...]

Once the Radio mode has been activated, the display will show the name (RBDS stations only) or the frequency of the selected radio station, the frequency band selected (e.g. FMA) and the preset button number (e.g. P1). Frequency Band Selection W ith the Radio mode active, press the FM or AM tuner button briefly and repeatedly to select the desired [...]

Automatic T uning Briefly push the or button to start the automatic tuning search for the next station that can be received in the selected direction. If the or button is pushed for longer , the rapid search is started. When the button is released, the tuner will stop on the next station that can be received. Manual T uning This is used to manually[...]

logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and its subsid- iaries. SiriusXM Radio requires a subscription, sold sepa- rately after trial subscription included with vehicle pur- chase. Prices and programming ar e provided by SiriusXM and are subject to change. Subscriptions governed by T erms & Conditions available at www .siriusxm.com/ custome[...]

W rite down the Electronic Serial Number (ESN) for your receiver . T o retrieve the Electronic Serial Number of SiriusXM Satellite Receiver Module tune to Channel 0. Make sure that when the order is placed, the ESN are correct. If any of the ESN numbers are not enter ed correctly , then the SiriusXM subscription will not be able to be transferred t[...]

The following are instructions for retrieving the Elec- tronic Serial Number (ESN) from FIA T 500 NAFT A model radios: T o retrieve the ESN of SIRIUS Satellite Receiver Module tune to Channel 0. Make sure that when the order is placed, the ESN are correct. If any of the ESN numbers are not entered correctly , then the SIRIUS subscription will not b[...]

It is advisable to use original CDs to ensure optimal playing. If CD-R/RWs are used, we recommend using good quality media that are burned at the slowest speed possible. CD Loading/Ejecting T o load the CD, insert it gently into the slot to activate the motorized loading system, which will position it cor- rectly . The CD can be loaded with the rad[...]

A CD which cannot be read will not be ejected until these functions are over . At the end, with the CD mode activated, the display will show the wording “CD Disc error” for a few seconds and then the CD will be ejected. Display Information When the CD player is operating, information will ap- pear on the display with the following meaning: • [...]

CD MP3 Player Introduction This chapter describes the operation of the CD MP3 player . NOTE: Layer-3 audio decoding technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson multimedia. MP3 Mode In addition to playing regular audio CDs, the radio is also enabled to play CDROMs on which compressed audio files have been recor ded in an MP3 format. T o g[...]

Selecting MP3 Sessions W ith Hybrid Discs If a hybrid disc is inserted (Mixed Mode, Enhanced, CD-Extra) also containing MP3 files, the radio automati- cally starts playing the audio session. It is possible to move to the MP3 session while playing by keeping the CD button pressed for more than two seconds. NOTE: When the function is activated the ra[...]

Structure Of The Folders The radio with MP3 player: • Recognizes only the folders that effectively contain MP3 format files. • If the MP3 files on a CD-ROM are structured in sub-folders their structure is compressed to a single level structure, where the sub-folders are taken to the level of the main folders. T roubleshooting General Sound V ol[...]

The Duration Of The Mp3 T racks Is Not Correctly Displayed: In some cases (due to the recording mode) the duration of the MP3 tracks can be displayed incorrectly . Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone Refer to the appropriate “BLUE&ME™ User ’s Manual” for further information. Personal/Portable Navigation Device (PND) A Personal/P[...]

STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls are located on the rear surface of the steering wheel. Reach behind the wheel to access the switches. The right-hand control is a rocker-type switch with a pushbutton in the center and controls the volume and mode of the sound system. Pushing the top of the rocker switch will increase t[...]

Radio Operation Pushing the top of the switch will “Seek” up for the next listenable station and pushing the bottom of the switch will “Seek” down for the next listenable station. The button located in the center of the left-hand control will tune to the next preset station that you have pro- grammed in the radio preset button. CD Player Op[...]

4. Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner , cleaners, or anti-static sprays. 5. Stor e the disc in its case after playing. 6. Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight. 7. Do not store the disc where temperatures may become too high. NOTE: If you experience difficulty in playing a particular disc, it may be damaged (e.g., scratched, r eflecti[...]

Manual Heating And Air Conditioning The Manual Climate controls consist of a series of rotary dials and one inner push knob. 1. T emperature Control Rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial to the left into the blue area of the scale indicates cooler temperatures, while rotating [...]

NOTE: • 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. • The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp weather could cause windows to fog on the inside, because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Se- lect the outside air position for m[...]

requir e extra heat to the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while r educing mois- ture on the windshield. • Defr ost Air is directed thr ough the windshield and side window demister outlets. Use this mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting. NOTE: The air conditioning[...]

The A TC system automatically maintains the interior comfort level desired by the occupant. 1. AUT O T emperatur e Control (A TC) Button Controls airflow , temperature, distribution, and air recir - culation automatically . Push and release to select. Per- forming this function will cause the A TC to switch between manual mode and automatic modes. [...]

The blower fan speed may be set to any fixed speed by pushing the blower control up or down buttons. The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This allows the front occupants to control the volume of air circulated in the vehicle and cancel the AUTO mode. The operator can also select the direction of the airflo[...]

8. Panel Mode Air is directed through the outlets in the instru- ment panel. These outlets can be adjusted to direct airflow . Performing this function will cause the A TC to switch into manual mode. NOTE: The center instrument panel outlets can be aimed so that they are directed toward the rear seat passengers for maximum airflow to the rear . 9. [...]

Climate Control Functions Air Conditioning (A/C) The Air Conditioning (A/C) button allows the operator to manually activate or deactivate the air conditioning system. When in A/C mode with the A TC set to a cool temperature, dehumidified air flows through the air outlets. If Economy mode is desired, push the A/C button to turn off the A/C mode in t[...]

Automatic Operation 1. Push the AUTO button on the Automatic T emperatur e Control (A TC) Panel, the indicator will illuminate when on. 2. Next, adjust the temperatur e you would like the system to maintain by adjusting the temperature con- trol buttons. Once the desired temperature is dis- played, the system will achieve and automatically maintain[...]

Manual Operation The system allows for manual selection of blower speed, air distribution mode, A/C status and recirculation con- trol. The blower fan speed can be set to any fixed speed by adjusting the blower control. The fan will now operate at a fixed speed until additional speeds are selected. This allows the front occupants to control the vol[...]

NOTE: Automatic T emperatur e Controls (A TC) will au- tomatically adjust the climate contr ol settings to reduce or eliminate window fogging on the front windshield. When this occurs, recir culation will be unavailable. Summer Operation NOTE: In some cases during high temperature opera- tion, the air conditioning system performance may be reduced.[...]

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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS ! ST AR TING PROCEDURES ............... .227 ▫ Manual T ransmission — If Equipped ...... .227 ▫ Automatic T ransmission — If Equipped .... .227 ▫ Normal Starting ...................... .228 ▫ Cold W eather Operation ............... .228 ▫ Extended Park Starting ................. .228 ▫ If Engine Fai[...]

▫ Operation .......................... .242 ! DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURF ACES ........ .244 ▫ Acceleration ........................ .244 ▫ T raction ........................... .244 ! DRIVING THROUGH W A TER ............ .245 ▫ Flowing/Rising W ater ................. .245 ▫ Shallow Standing W ater ................ .245 ! POWER STEERING ....[...]

! TIRES — GENERAL INFORMA TION ....... .273 ▫ T ire Pressure ....................... .273 ▫ T ire Inflation Pressures ................ .275 ▫ T ire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .276 ▫ Radial Ply T ires ..................... .276 ▫ T ire T ypes .......................... .277 ▫ Run Flat T ires — If Equipped ............ .[...]

▫ Materials Added T o Fuel ............... .301 ▫ Fuel System Cautions .................. .302 ▫ Carbon Monoxide W arnings ............ .303 ! ADDING FUEL ....................... .303 ▫ Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) .............. .303 ▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... .305 ! TRAILER TOWING .................... .305 ! RECREA TIONAL [...]

ST ARTING PROCEDURES Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be se[...]

Normal Starting NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm engine is obtained without pumping or pr essing the accelerator pedal. T urn the ignition switch to the A VV/ACC (ST ART) position and release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 t[...]

2. Cycle the ignition in the ST ART position and release it when the engine starts. 3. If the engine fails to start within ten seconds, cycle the ignition to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait five seconds to allow the starter to cool, then repeat the Extended Park Starting procedur e. 4. If the engine fails to start after eight attempts, allow the[...]

CAUTION! (Continued) • T o prevent damage to the starter , do not continu- ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. W ait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again. After Starting The idle speed is contr olled automatically and it will decrease as the engine warms up. T urbocharger “Cool Down” This vehicle is equipped with an aft[...]

Fully press the clutch pedal before you shift gears. As you release the clutch pedal, lightly press the accelerator pedal. NOTE: T o shift into REVERSE from NEUTRAL, lift the ring under the knob and, at the same time move the gearshift lever to the right and then backward. Use each gear in numerical order; do not skip a gear . Be sure the transmiss[...]

NOTE: • Clashing REVERSE gear , especially if vehicle is mov- ing, can result in transmission damage. • During cold weather , until the transmission lubricant is warm, you may experience slightly higher shift efforts. This is normal and not harmful to the trans- mission. Recommended Shift Speeds T o use your manual transmission for optimal fuel[...]

Downshifting Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life. CAUTION! If you skip a gear while downshifting or downshift at too high of a vehicle speed, these conditions may cause the engine to overspeed if too low of a gear is selected and the clutch pedal is released. Damage to the clutch and the transmission can result fro[...]

W ARNING! • It is dangerous to shift out of P ARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally [...]

Key Ignition Park Interlock This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Inter- lock which requires the transmission to be in P ARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ OFF (key removal) position. The key can only be re- moved from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF position, and once removed, the transmis- sion[...]

Only shift from DRIVE to P ARK or REVERSE when the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep your foot on the brake pedal when shifting between these gears. The transmission shift lever has P ARK, REVERSE, NEU- TRAL, DRIVE, and AutoStick shift positions. Manual shifts can be made using the AutoStick shift control (re[...]

Gear Ranges DO NOT race the engine when shifting from P ARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range. NOTE: After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to allow the selected gear to engage before accelerating. This is especially important when the engine is cold. P ARK (P) This range supplements the parking brake by locking the transmission. The engine[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to shift out of P ARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in re- verse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idli[...]

CAUTION! • Before moving the shift lever out of P ARK, you must turn the ignition switch from the LOCK/OFF position to the ON/RUN position, and also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the shift lever could result. • DO NOT race the engine when shifting from P ARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as this can damage the drivetrain. Th[...]

W ARNING! Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe practices that limit your response to changing traffic or road conditions. Y ou might lose control of the vehicle and have a collision. CAUTION! T owing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can [...]

If the transmission temperature exceeds normal operating limits, the transmission controller will expand the range of torque converter clutch engagement. This is done to pre- vent transmission damage due to overheating. During cold temperatures, transmission operation may be modified depending on engine coolant temperature. Normal operation will re[...]

NOTE: Even if the transmission can be reset, we recom- mend that you visit your authorized dealer at your earliest possible convenience. Y our authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to determine if the problem could recur . If the transmission cannot be reset, authorized dealer service is requir ed. AUTOSTICK AutoStick is a driver-interactive t[...]

• The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop. After a stop, the driver should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the vehicle is accelerated. • Y ou can start out (from a stop) in first, second, or third gear . Starting out in second or third gear can be helpful in snow or icy conditions. T o select s[...]

DRIVING ON SLIPPER Y SURF ACES Acceleration Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slip- pery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a dif ference in the surface traction under the front (driving) wheels. W ARNING! Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dan[...]

DRIVING THROUGH W A TER Driving through water more than a few inches/ centimeters deep will requir e extra caution to ensure safety and prevent damage to your vehicle. Flowing/Rising W ater W ARNING! Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flow- ing water can wear away the road or path’[...]

CAUTION! • Always check the depth of the standing water before driving through it. Never drive through standing water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the vehicle. • Determine the condition of the road or the path that is under water and if there are any obstacles in the way before driving through the standing water . [...]

POWER STEERING The electric power steering system will give you good vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability in tight spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide light efforts while parking and good feel while driving. If the electric steering system experiences a fault that prevents it fr om providing assist, you will still h[...]

NOTE: • Even if the power steering assistance is no longer operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. Under these conditions there will be a substantial increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and during parking maneuvers. • If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for service. P ARKING BRAKE Before leavi[...]

When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the fr ont wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake should always be applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle. W ARNING! • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. • Allowing children to [...]

CAUTION! If the Brake W arning Light remains on with the parking brake released, a brake system malfunction is indicated. Have the brake system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately . SPORT MODE Manual T ransmission — If Equipped The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-[...]

Automatic T ransmission — If Equipped The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increase in ef fort and changes the transmis- sion shift schedules for more aggressive shifting. This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty r oads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering. 1. T o activate the S[...]

BRAKE SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses normal capability , the remaining system will still func- tion. However , there will be some loss of overall braking effectiveness. Y ou may notice increased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force requir ed to slow or[...]

The ABS includes an amber ABS W arning Light. When the light is illuminated, the ABS is not functioning. The system reverts to standard non-anti-lock brakes. T urning the ignition Of f and On again may reset the ABS if the fault detected was only momentary . W ARNING! • Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead t[...]

Brake Assist System (BAS) The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The system detects an emergency braking situation by sens- ing the rate and amount of brake application and then applies optimum pressur e to the brakes. This can help reduce braking distances. The BAS complements the Ant[...]

T raction Control System (TCS) This system monitors the amount of wheel spin of each of the driven wheels. If wheel spin is detected, brake pressur e is applied to the slipping wheel(s) and engine power is reduced to provide enhanced acceleration and stability . A feature of the TCS system, Brake Limited Differ ential (BLD), functions similar to a [...]

HSA Activation Criteria The following criteria must be met in order for HSA to activate: • V ehicle must be stopped. • V ehicle must be on a 2.5% (manual transmission) or 7% grade or greater (automatic transmission) hill. • Gear selection matches vehicle uphill direction (i.e., vehicle in NEUTRAL (manual transmission), vehicle facing uphill i[...]

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system enhances directional control and stability of the vehicle under various driving conditions. ESC corrects for oversteering or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteering or understeering conditi[...]

NOTE: The ESC Off switch is located left of the steering column (Manual T ransmission Only). W ARNING! The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot pre- vent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded by prevailing road conditions. ESC cannot prevent all accidents, including those resulting fr[...]

ESC Operating Modes The ESC system has two available operating modes. Full On This is the normal operating mode for ESC. Whenever the vehicle is started, the ESC system will be in On mode. This mode should be used for most driving situations. ESC should only be turned to Partial Off for specific reasons as noted below . Partial Off This mode is ent[...]

ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light The ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position for four seconds. If the ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light comes on continuously with the engine running, a malfunct[...]

TIRE SAFETY INFORMA TION Tire Markings NOTE: • P (Passenger) — Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standar ds. P-Metric tir es have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • Eur opean — Metric tire sizing is based on Eur opean design standards. T ires designed to this sta[...]

• T emporary spare tir es are designed for temporary emergency use only . T emporary high pressure com- pact spare tires have the letter “T” or “S” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designation. Example: T145/80D18 103M. • High flotation tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards and it begins with the tire diameter molded [...]

EXAMPLE: 65, 85, 80 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) – Ratio of section height to section width of tire, or 10.5 = Section width in inches (in) R = Construction code – # R # means radial construction, or – # D # means diagonal or bias construction 15, 16, 18 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description: 95 = Load Index – A numerical code [...]

EXAMPLE: H = Speed Symbol – A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can carry a load corresponding to its load index under certain operating conditions – The maximum speed corresponding to the speed symbol should only be achieved under specified operating conditions (i.e., tire pressur e, vehicle loading, road conditions, and po[...]

Tire Identification Number (TIN) The TIN may be found on one or both sides of the tire, however , the date code may only be on one side. T ires with white sidewalls will have the full TIN, including the date code, located on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side of black sidewall tires as mounted on the vehicle.[...]

EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0301 01 = Number repr esenting the year in which the tire was manufactured (two digits) – 01 means the year 2001 – Prior to July 2000, tire manufacturers were only requir ed to have one number to represent the year in which the tire was manufactured. Example: 031 could represent the 3rd week of 1981 or 1991 Tire T ermino[...]

T erm Definition Maximum Inflation Pressure The maximum inflation pressur e is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressur e for this tire. The maximum inflation pressur e is molded into the sidewall. Recommended Cold T ire Inflation Pressure V ehicle manufacturer’s recommended cold tire inflation pressur e as shown on the tire placard. T[...]

Tire Loading And Tire Pressure T ire And Loading Information Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the driver ’s side B-Pillar or the rear edge of the driver’s side door . Example T ire Placard Location (Door) Example T ire Placard Location (B-Pillar) 268 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING I n f o r m a t i o n P r o[...]

T ire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information about the: 1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle. 2. T otal weight your vehicle can carry . 3. T ire size designed for your vehicle. 4. Cold tire inflation pressur es for the front, rear , and spare tires. Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire[...]

NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition, gross axle weight ratings (GA WRs) for the front and rear axles must not be exceeded. For further information on GA WRs, vehicle loading, and trailer towing, r efer to “V ehicle Loading” in this section. T o determine the maximum loading conditions of your vehicle, locate the statement “The comb[...]

4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity . For example, if “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (295 kg) (since 5 x 150 lbs (68 kg) = 750 lbs (340 kg), and 1400 lbs [...]

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W ARNING! Overloading of your tires is dangerous. Overloading can cause tire failure, affect vehicle handling, and increase your stopping distance. Use tires of the recommended load capacity for your vehicle. Never overload them. TIRES — GENERAL INFORMA TION Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe and satisfactory op[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left. • Always drive with each tire inflated to the recom- mended cold tire inflation pressure. Both under-inflation and over-inflation affect the stability of the vehicle and can produce a feeling of sluggish [...]

Tire Inflation Pressures The proper cold tire inflation pressur e is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door . At least once a month: • Check and adjust tire pressur e with a good quality pocket-type pressur e gauge. Do not make a visual judgement when determining proper inflation. T ires may look properly [...]

T ire pressure may increase from 2 to 6 psi (13 to 40 kPa) during operation. DO NOT reduce this normal pressure build up or your tire pressur e will be too low . Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation The manufacturer advocates driving at safe speeds and within posted speed limits. Where speed limits or condi- tions are such that the vehicle can b[...]

T ire Repair If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repair ed if it meets the following criteria: • The tire has not been driven on when flat. • The damage is only on the tread section of your tire (sidewall damage is not repairable). • The puncture is no greater tha na ¼ o fa n inch (6 mm). Consult an authorized tir e dealer for tire repai[...]

driving conditions. Install winter tires on your vehicle when ambient temperatures are less than 40°F (5°C) or if roads are covered with ice or snow . For more informa- tion, contact an authorized dealer . Summer tires do not contain the all season designation or mountain/snowflake symbol on the tir e sidewall. Use summer tir es only in sets of f[...]

While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states pr o- hibit studded tires; therefor e, local laws should be checked before using these tire types. Run Flat Tires — If Equipped Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive 50 miles (80 [...]

Spare T ire Matching Original Equipped T ire And Wheel — If Equipped Y our vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire and wheel equivalent in look and function to the original equipment tire and wheel found on the front or rear axle of your vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tir e rotation for your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) replaced. Be sure to follow the warnings, which apply to your spare. Failure to do so could result in spare tire failure and loss of vehicle control. Full Size Spare — If Equipped The full size spare is for temporary emergency use only . This tire may look like the originally equipped tire on the front or rear axle of your v[...]

W ARNING! Limited-use spares are for emergency use only . In- stallation of this limited-use spare tire affects vehicle handling. With this tire, do not drive more than the speed listed on the limit-use spare wheel. Keep inflated to the cold tire inflation pressures listed on your T ire and Loading Information Placard located on the driver ’ s si[...]

T read Wear Indicators T r ead wear indicators are in the original equipment tires to help you in determining when your tires should be replaced. These indicators are molded into the bottom of the tread grooves. They will appear as bands when the tread depth becomes a 1/16 of an inch (2 mm). When the tread is worn to the tr ead wear indicators, the[...]

• Performance tires, tires with a speed rating of V or higher , and summer tires typically have a reduced tread life. Rotation of these tires per the vehicle main- tenance schedule is highly recommended. W ARNING! T ires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread. Failure to follow this warning can re[...]

It is recommended to replace the two fr ont tires or two rear tires as a pair . Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match those of the original wheels. It is r ecommended you contact your authorized tire dealer or original equipment dealer w[...]

CAUTION! Replacing original tires with tires of a different size may result in false speedometer and odometer read- ings. TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) Use of traction devices requir e sufficient tire-to-body clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard against damage: • T raction device must be of proper size for the tire, as recommended by[...]

CAUTION! (Continued) • Install device as tightly as possible and then re- tighten after driving about ½ mile (0.8 km). • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h). • Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns and large bumps, especially with a loaded vehicle. • Do not drive for a prolonged period on dry pave- ment. • Observe the traction device manufa[...]

The suggested r otation method is the “rearwar d cross” shown in the following diagram. This rotation pattern does not apply to some directional tires that must not be reversed. TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recom- mended cold tir[...]

The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning limit for any reason, including low temperature effects, or natural pressur e loss through the tire. The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire pressur e as long as the condition exists, and will not turn off until the tire pres[...]

CAUTION! • The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warnings have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system op- eration or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause[...]

• Driving on a significantly under -inflated tire causes the tir e to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel ef ficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability . • The TPMS is not a substitute for proper tir e mainte- nance, and it is the driver ’s responsibility to [...]

T ire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure W arnings The T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light will illumi- nate in the instrument cluster , an audible chime will be activated, and the “Check left or right front/r ear tir e xxx.x psi” text message will display when one or more of the four active road tire pressur es are low . Should this occur[...]

NOTE: Y our vehicle may be equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly . 1. The compact spare tir e does not have a tire pressur e monitoring sensor . Therefore, the TPMS will not moni- tor the tire pressur e in the compact spare tire. 2. If you install the compact spare tire in place of a road tire that has a pressur e below the low-pres[...]

Enhanced System — If Equipped When the vehicle is equipped with an enhanced TPM system, the driver can view text messages showing the actual tire pressur e value by position by selecting the tire pressur e menu command in the instrument cluster . Refer to the instrument panel features section of the owners manual. Premium TPM System The T ire Pre[...]

Should this occur , you should stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires with low pressure to the vehicle’s recom- mended cold placard pressure value. Once the system receives the updated tire pressur es, the system will auto- matically update and the “T ire Pressure Monitoring T elltale Light” will turn off. The vehicle may need to be d[...]

If the ignition switch is cycled, this sequence will repeat, providing the system fault still exists. If the system fault no longer exists, the “T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light” will no longer flash, and the “Service T ire Pressure Monitoring System” message will no longer display , and a pressur e value will display in place of [...]

shown. This indicates that the pressure values are still being received from the TPM sensors but they may not be located in the correct vehicle position. The system still needs to be serviced as long as the # Service T ire Pressure Monitoring System # message is displayed. NOTE: • The TPMS will not monitor the pressure in a replace- ment tire ins[...]

pressur e value instead of dashes (- -), as long as no tire pressur e is below the low-pressure warning limit in any of the four active road tires. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to receive this information. General Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules an[...]

Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful to your engine. However , continued heavy spark knock at high speeds can cause damage and immediate service is required. Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as har d starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these symptoms, try another brand of gasoline (with the ap- propri[...]

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% Ethanol, Methyl T ert-Butyl Ether (MTBE), and Ethyl T ret-Butyl Ether (ETBE). Oxygenates are required in some areas of the country during the winter months to reduce carbon monoxide emissions. Fuels blended with these oxygenates may be used in your v[...]

T o fix a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E-85 perform the following: • Drain the fuel tank (see your authorized dealer). • Change the engine oil and oil filter . • Disconnect and reconnect the battery to r eset the engine controller memory . More extensive repairs will be r equired for prolonged exposure to E-85 fuel. MMT In G[...]

Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law . Using leaded gasoline can impair engine perfor - mance and damage the emissions control system. • An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter [...]

Carbon Monoxide W arnings W ARNING! Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly . Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: • Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as a garage, and never sit in a parked vehic[...]

CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel filler cap. A poorly fitting cap could let impurities (Continued) CAUTION! (Continued) into the fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermar- ket cap can cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to illuminate, due to fuel vapors escap[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle. Y ou could be burned. Always place gas containers on the ground while filling. NOTE: • When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank is full. • T ighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you hear one click. Thi[...]

RECREA TIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) T owing This V ehicle Behind Another V ehicle T owing Condition Wheels OFF the Ground Manual T ransmission Automatic T ransmission Flat T ow NONE T ransmission in NEUTRAL NOT ALLOWED Dolly T ow Fr ont OK OK Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED On T railer ALL OK OK This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehi[...]

CAUTION! T owing this vehicle in violation of the above require- ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam- age from improper towing is not covered under the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . 5 ST ARTING AND OPERA TING 307 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

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WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS ! HAZARD W ARNING FLASHERS ........... 3 1 1 ! IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEA TS ............ 3 1 1 ! TIRE SER VICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED ........ .312 ▫ T ire Service Kit Storage ................ .313 ▫ T ire Service Kit Components And Operation . .313 ▫ T ire Service Kit Usage Precautions ......... .314 ▫ Sealin[...]

▫ Jump-Starting Procedure ............... .340 ! FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............ .342 ! SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ............... .343 ! T OWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .......... .345 ▫ Automatic T ransmission ................ .346 ▫ Manual T ransmission .................. .347 ! ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM ............................ .347[...]

HAZARD W ARNING FLASHERS The Hazard W arning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio. Press the switch to turn on the Hazar d W arning flashers. When the switch is activated, all direc- tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn oncoming traffic of an emergency . Press the switch a second time to turn off the Hazard[...]

CAUTION! Driving with a hot cooling system could damage your vehicle. If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrument cluster will sound a chime. When safe, pull over and stop the vehicle with the engine at idle. T urn off the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H (red[...]

Tire Service Kit Storage The T ire Service Kit is located under the front driver’s seat. Tire Service Kit Components And Operation T ire Service Kit Location T ire Service Kit Components 1 — Sealant Bottle 5 — Mode Select Knob 2 — Deflation Button 6 — Sealant Hose (Clear) 3 — Pressur e Gauge 7 — Air Pump Hose (Black) 4 — Power Butto[...]

Using The Mode Select Knob And Hoses Y our T ire Service Kit is equipped with the following symbols to indicate the air or sealant mode. Selecting Air Mode Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to this position for air pump operation only . Use the Black Air Pump Hose (7) when selecting this mode. Selecting Sealant Mode Push in the Mode Select [...]

• The Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) are a one tire application use and need to be replaced after each use. Always replace these components immediately at your original equipment vehicle dealer . • When the T ire Service Kit sealant is in a liquid form, clean water , and a damp cloth will remove the material from the vehicle or tire an[...]

W ARNING! • Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when using the T ire Service Kit. • Do not use T ire Service Kit or drive the vehicle under the following circumstances: – If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately 1/4” (6 mm) or la[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • T ire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a phy- sician immediately . Keep T ire Service Kit out of reach of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth imme- diately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water . Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately . [...]

4. Remove the cap fr om the valve stem and then screw the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) onto the valve stem. 5. Uncoil the Power Plug (8) and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 V olt power outlet. NOTE: Do not remove foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) from the tire. (C) Injecting T ire Service Kit Sealant Into The Deflated T [...]

NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only , not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant Hose (6): 1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose (typically takes 30 - 70 seconds). As the seala[...]

3. Immediately disconnect the Sealant Hose (6) from the valve stem, reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the hose, and place the T ire Service Kit in the vehicle storage location. Quickly proceed to (D) “Drive V e- hicle.” CAUTION! • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be handled carefully .[...]

(E) After Driving: Pull over to a safe location. Refer to “Whenever Y ou Stop to Use T ire Service Kit” before continuing. 1. Push in the Mode Select Knob (5) and turn to the Air Mode position. 2. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicle’s 12 V olt power outlet. 3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw the [...]

5. Remove the Speed Limit sticker from the instrument panel after the tire has been repair ed. 6. Replace the Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) assembly at your authorized dealer as soon as pos- sible. Refer to (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replace- ment”. NOTE: When having the tire serviced, advise the autho- rized dealer or service cente[...]

WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICA TIONS Proper lug nut/bolt torque is very important to ensure that the wheel is pr operly mounted to the vehicle. Any time a wheel has been removed and reinstalled on the vehicle the lug nuts/bolts should be torqued using a properly calibrated torque wrench. T orque Specifications Lug Nut/Bolt T orque **Lug Nut/ Bolt [...]

T ighten the lug nuts/bolts in a star pattern until each nut/bolt has been tightened twice. After 25 miles (40 km) check the lug nut/bolt torque to be sure that all the lug nuts/bolts are properly seated against the wheel. W ARNING! T o avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the lug nuts fully until the vehicle has been [...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. Y ou could be crushed. Never put any part of your body under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. • Never start or run the eng[...]

Spare Tire Removal The spare tire is stowed to the underbody below the cargo area. 1. Remove the plug located in the rear cargo area. 2. Fit the wrench tool over the drive nut. Use the wrench to rotate the nut counterclockwise until the spare is on the ground with enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle. W[...]

CAUTION! The winch mechanism is designed for use with the jack wrench tool only . Use of an air wrench or other power tools is not recommended and they can damage the winch. 3. Pull the spare tire out from under the vehicle. Spare T ire 6 WHA T TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 327 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

4. T ilt the r etainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the wheel. Preparations For Jacking 1. Park the vehicle on a firm level surface, avoiding ice or slippery areas. W ARNING! Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic, pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit [...]

5. T urn Off the ignition. 6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite of the jacking position. For example, if changing the right front tire, block the left rear wheel. NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle while the vehicle is being jacked. Jacking Instructions W ARNING! Carefully follow these tire changing warni[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a jack. • Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center where it can be raised on a lift. • Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for lifting this vehicle during a tire change. • I[...]

2. Remove center cap. NOTE: Before using the swivel wrench to remove the wheel bolts be sure to remove the center cap of the wheel by inserting the angled tab end of the swivel wrench into the notched part of the center cap. 3. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground. NO[...]

Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 4. T urn the jack screw to the left until the jack can be placed under the jacking location. Once the jack is positioned, turn the jack screw to the right until the jack head is properly engaged with the lift area closest to the wheel to be changed. Rear Jacking Location Jack[...]

W ARNING! Raising the vehicle higher than necessary can make the vehicle less stable. It could slip off the jack and hurt someone near it. Raise the vehicle only enough to remove the tire. 5. Using the swivel wrench, raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right. Raise the vehicle only until the tire just clears the surface and enough cl[...]

7. Install the spare wheel and wheel bolts with the cone shaped end of the bolts toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the bolts. T o avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the bolts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the left. 9. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Pus[...]

Road Tire Installation V ehicles Equipped W ith Wheel Covers 1. Mount the road tire on the axle. 2. Align the valve notch in the wheel cover with the valve stem on the wheel. Install the cover by hand. Do not use a hammer or excessive force to install the cover . T ire And Wheel Cover Or Center Cap 1 — V alve Stem 4 — Wheel Cover 2 — V alve N[...]

3. Install the four wheel bolts with the cone shaped end of the nut toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel bolts. W ARNING! T o avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack, do not tighten the wheel bolts fully until the vehicle has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may result in personal injury . 4. Lower the vehicle to the g[...]

4. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the wrench while at the end of the handle for increased leverage. Refer to “T orque Specifications” in this sec- tion for correct wheel bolt torque. 5. After 25 miles (40 km) check the wheel bolt torque with a torque wrench to ensure that all wheel bolts are properly seated against the wheel. S[...]

W ARNING! Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explode and cause personal injury . CAUTION! Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 V olts or damage to the battery , starter motor , alternator or electrical system may occur . Preparations For [...]

W ARNING! • T ake care to avoid the radiator cooling fan when- ever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. Y ou can be injured by moving fan blades. • Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent electrical contact. Y ou could be seriously injured. • Batteries co[...]

Jump-Starting Procedure W ARNING! Failure to follow this jump-starting procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion. CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. Connecting The Jumper Cables 1. Connect the positive[...]

5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery , let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery . 6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence: Disconnecting The Jumper Cables 1. Disconnect the negative (-) jumper cable fr om the engine grou[...]

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow , it can often be moved using a rocking motion. T urn the steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels. Then shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic transmission) or 2nd gear and REVERSE (with manual transmission), while gent[...]

CAUTION! (Continued) • Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no trans- mission shifting occurring). W ARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener - ated by excessive wheel speeds [...]

4. Pr ess and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal. 5. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool into the access hole, and push and hold the override release lever in. 6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position. 7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL. 8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover . Shift Lever Override Access[...]

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE This section describes pr ocedures for towing a disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service. T owing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground AUTOMA TIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION Flat T ow NONE NOT ALLOWED If transmission is operable: • T ransmission in NEUTRAL • 65 mph (104 km/h) max speed Wheel Lift Rear NOT ALL[...]

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to pr event damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equipment designed for this purpose, following equipment manufacturer ’s instructions. Use of safety chains is man- datory . Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or associated [...]

CAUTION! (Continued) • T owing this vehicle in violation of the above re- quirements can cause severe transmission damage. Damage from improper towing is not covered un- der the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . Manual T ransmission • V ehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL. • V ehicle can be[...]

• T urn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is removed. • Unlock the doors automatically . After the event occurs, when the system is active, the message # Fuel Cutoff See Handbook # is displayed. Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine compartment and on the ground[...]

Customer Action Customer W ill See 5. T urn Right T urn Signal Switch ON. Right T urn Light is ON SOLID. Left T urn Light BLINKS. 6. T urn Left T urn Signal Switch ON. Left T urn Light is ON SOLID. Right T urn Light is ON SOLID. 7. T urn Left T urn Signal Switch OFF . (T urn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State). Left T urn Light is OFF . [...]

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MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS ! ENGINE COMP AR TMENT — 1.4L ......... .353 ! ENGINE COMP AR TMENT — 1.4L TURBO . . . .354 ! ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II . .355 ! EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ............ .356 ! REPLACEMENT P AR TS ................. .357 ! DEALER SER VICE ..................... .357 ! MAINTENANCE PRO[...]

▫ Automatic T ransmission — If Equipped .... .384 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion .......................... .386 ▫ Convertible T op Care — If Equipped ...... .392 ! FUSES ............................. .394 ▫ Interior Fuses ....................... .395 ▫ Under hood Fuses ..................... .397 ! VEHICLE STORAGE ...[...]

ENGINE COMP ARTMENT — 1.4L 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Battery 2 — Engine Oil Dipstick 6 — Air Cleaner Filter 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — Engine Oil Fill 4 — Front Distribution Unit (Fuses) 8 — W asher Fluid Reservoir 7 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE 353 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

ENGINE COMP ARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO 1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Battery 2—E n g i n eO i lD i p s t i c k 6—E n g i n eO i lF i l l 3 — Brake Fluid Reservoir 7 — W asher Fluid Reservoir 4—F r o n tD i s t r i b u t i o nU n i t( F u s e s ) 354 MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II Y our vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated onboard diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic transmission control systems. When these systems are operating properly , your vehicle will provide excellent performance and fuel economy , as well[...]

EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS In some localities, it may be a legal requir ement to pass an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system. Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration. For states that require an Inspection and Mainte- nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” is fun[...]

• The MIL will not flash at all and will r emain fully illuminated until you turn OFF the ignition or start the engine. This means that your vehicle’s OBD II system is ready and you can proceed to the I/M station. If your OBD II system is not ready , you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility . If your vehicle was recently service[...]

NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control systems may void your warranty and could result in civil penalties being assessed against you. W ARNING! Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Only do service work for which you have the knowledge and the proper equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perfor[...]

Engine Oil Checking Oil Level T o assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the corr ect level. Check the oil level at regular intervals, such as every fuel stop. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Do not check oil level before starting the engine a[...]

Engine Oil Selection — 1.4L Engine For best performance and maximum protection under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only recommends engine oils that are API Certified and meet the requir ements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395. Engine Oil Selection — 1.4L T urbo Engine For best performance and maximum protection under [...]

Engine Oil V iscosity — 1.4L Engine (SAE Grade) SAE 5W -30 engine oil recommended for all operating temperatures. This engine oil improves low temperature starting and vehicle fuel economy . Y ou may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filte[...]

Synthetic Engine Oils Y ou may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requirements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed. Materials Added T o Engine Oil The manufacturer strongly recommends against the addi- tion of any additives (other than leak detection dyes) to the[...]

W ARNING! The air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.) can provide a measure of protection in the case of engine backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air cleaner , hoses, etc.) unless such removal is necessary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no one is near the engine compartment before starting the vehicle with the ai[...]

W ARNING! (Continued) • Battery gas is flammable and explosive. Keep flame or sparks away from the battery . Do not use a booster battery or any other booster source with an output greater than 12 V olts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch each other . • Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. W ash ha[...]

Air Conditioner Maintenance For best possible performance, your air conditioner should be checked and serviced by an authorized dealer at the start of each warm season. This service should include cleaning of the condenser fins and a performance test. Drive belt tension should also be checked at this time. W ARNING! • Use only refrigerants and co[...]

Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling R134a — If Equipped R-134a Air Conditioning Refrigerant is a hydr ofluoro- carbon (HFC) that is endorsed by the Environmental Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving product. How- ever , the manufacturer recommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealer or other service facilities using[...]

The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet on the lower right of center console. Perform the following procedur e to replace the filter: 1. Remove the T orx® screw that secures the passenger side console closeout cover . 2. Pull the console closeout cover rearward to disengage the front retaining tab and remove the cover . T orx® Screw [...]

3. Remove the two 5.5 mm screws (1 and 2) that secure the particulate air filter cover to the HV AC housing. 4. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of the housing. T ake note of the air filter position indica- tors. 5. Install the A/C air filter with the air filter position indicators pointing in the same direction as removal. Air [...]

CAUTION! The A/C air filter is identified with an arrow to indicate airflow direction through the filter . Failure to properly install the filter will result in the need to replace it more often. 6. Install the passenger side console closeout. Refer to the “Maintenance Schedule” for the proper maintenance intervals. Body Lubrication Locks and a[...]

Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield or rear window . A void using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield or rear window . Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass befor[...]

NOTE: The rear wiper arm cannot be raised fully up- ward unless the pivot cap is raised first. 2. Lift the rear wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the liftgate glass. 3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder . 1—W i p e rB l a d e 2—B l a d eP i v o tP i [...]