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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 ............
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INTRODUCTION CONTENTS 䡵 Introduction ........................... 4 䡵 How T o Use This Manual .................. 4 䡵 W arnings And Cautions ................... 6 䡵 V ehicle Identification Number .............. 6 䡵 V ehicle Modifications/Alterations .
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be as- sured that it repr esents precision workmanship, distinc- tive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles.
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W ARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This Owner’s 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 manual, you may miss important information.
NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN. VEHICLE MODIFICA TIONS/AL TERA TIONS W ARNING! Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could seriously af fect its roadworthiness and safety and may lead to an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
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THINGS T O KNOW BEFORE ST ARTING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 A W ord About Y our Keys ................. 1 1 ▫ Ignition Key Removal .................. 1 2 ▫ Locking Doors W ith A Key .............. 1 3 ▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ............... 1 4 䡵 Sentry Key 威 .
䡵 Occupant Restraints ..................... 2 5 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belts .................... 2 9 ▫ Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedur e .... 3 4 ▫ Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions ..... 3 4 ▫ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped .
A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter with an integrated key . T o use the mechanical key simply press the mechanical key release button.
Ignition Key Removal 1. Place the shift lever in P ARK (if equipped with an automatic transmission). 2. T urn the ignition switch to the ACC/ON/RUN posi- tion. 3. Rotate the key to the OFF/LOCK position. 4. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder .
W ARNING! • Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking brake, shift the transmission into P ARK, and re- move the key fob from the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always lock your vehicle. • Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK, sounds a signal to remove the key . SENTR Y KEY 姞 The Sentry Key 威 Immobilizer System pr events unauthor- ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine.
Replacement Keys NOTE: Only keys that have been pr ogrammed to the vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once a Sentry Key 威 has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle. At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
using a hand-held Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit- ter . The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at the vehicle to activate the system. NOTE: The line of transmission must not be blocked with metal objects.
Programming Additional T ransmitters Refer to Sentry Key 威 “Customer Key Programming.” If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter , contact your authorized dealer for details. General Information This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada.
T ransmitter Battery Replacement NOTE: Perchlorate Material – special handling may apply . See www .dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate The recommended replacement battery is CR2032. 1. Press the mechanical key release button and release the mechanical key to access the battery case screw located on the side of the Key Fob.
2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the Key Fob using a small screwdriver . 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.
DOOR LOCKS The door locks can be manually locked or unlocked from inside the vehicle by using the door handle. If the door handle is pushed a red lock indicator will show on the door handle (indicating locked) when the door is closed, the door will lock.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil- dren should be warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the shift lever .
NOTE: T o prevent the key from being locked in the vehicle, the power door lock switch will not operate when the key is in the ignition and either front door is open.
W ARNING! Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the windows while operating the power window switches. Such entrapment may result in serious injury or death.
down automatically . T o cancel the Auto-Down move- ment, operate the switch in either the up or down direction and release the switch. W ind Buffeting W ind buffeting can be described as the per ception of pressur e on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears.
W ARNING! • Driving with the liftgate open can allow poison- ous exhaust gases into your vehicle. Y ou and your passengers could be injured by these fumes.
• All seat belt systems (except the driver’s) include Automatic Locking Retractors (ALRs), which lock the seat belt webbing into position by extending the belt all the way out and then adjusting t.
ride properly buckled up in the rear seat. Never allow children to slide the shoulder belt behind them or under their arm. Y ou should read the instructions provided with your child r estraint to make sure that you are using it pr operly . 2. All occupants should always wear their lap and shoulder belts properly .
W ARNING! (Continued) • 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.
ejection and the risk of injury caused by striking the inside of the vehicle. Everyone in a motor vehicle should be belted at all times. Lap/Shoulder Belts All the seating positions in your vehicle are equipped with combination lap/shoulder belts. The belt webbing retractor is designed to lock during very sudden stops or accidents.
W ARNING! (Continued) • W earing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. Y ou might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your pas- sengers safe, too.
3. When the belt is long enough to fit, insert the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.” W ARNING! • A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly . The lap portion could ride too high on your body , possibly causing internal injuries.
W ARNING! (Continued) • A belt that is worn under your arm is dangerous. Y our body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury . A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
W ARNING! • A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap belt as low as possible and keep it snug. • A twisted belt may not protect you properly .
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure Use the following procedur e to untwist a twisted lap/ shoulder belt. 1. Position the latch plate as close as possible to the anchor point. 2. At about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) above the latch plate, grasp and twist the belt webbing 180 degrees to cr eate a fold that begins immediately above the latch plate.
out only the amount of webbing necessary to comfort- ably wrap around the occupant’s mid-section. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a ⬙ click. ⬙ Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If Equipped In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre- locked.
W ARNING! • The belt and retractor assembly must be replaced if the seat belt assembly Automatic Locking Re- tractor (ALR) feature or any other seat belt func- tion is not working properly when checked ac- cording to the procedures in the Service Manual.
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert 姞 ) BeltAlert 威 is a feature intended to remind the driver and front passenger (if equipped with front passenger BeltAlert 威 ) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active whenever the ignition is on.
Seat Belt Extender If a seat belt is too short, even when fully extended, and when the adjustable upper shoulder belt anchorage (if equipped) is in its lowest position, your authorized dealer can provide you with a seat belt extender . This extender should be used only if the existing belt is not long enough.
In addition, the vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below the steering column. NOTE: These air bags are certified to the Federal regulations for Advanced Air Bags.
and rear passengers sitting next to a window . The SABIC are located above the side windows. The trim covering the SABIC is labeled SRS AIRBAG. This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Seat- Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB). The SAB are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats.
Advanced Front Air Bag Features The Advanced Front Air Bag 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.
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) provide enhanced pr otection to help pr otect an occupant during a side impact. The SAB are marked with an air bag label sewn into the outboard side of the front seats.
NOTE: Air Bag covers may not be obvious in the interior trim, but they will open during air bag deploy- ment. The system includes side impact sensors that ar e cali- brated to deploy the Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB) and SABIC during impacts that requir e air bag occupant protection.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Y our vehicle is equipped with SABIC air bags, do not have any accessory items installed which will alter the roof, including adding a sunroof to your vehicle. Do not add roof racks that require perma- nent attachments (bolts or screws) for installation on the vehicle roof.
Side Air Bags (SAB), and front seat belt pr etensioners, as requir ed, depending on the severity and type of impact. Advanced Fr ont Air Bags and Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air Bag ar e designed to provide additional pr otec- tion by supplementing the seat belts in certain frontal collisions depending on the severity and type of collision.
The ORC contains a backup power supply system that may deploy the air bags even if the battery loses power or it becomes disconnected prior to deployment. Also, the ORC turns on the Air Bag W arning Light in the instrument panel for approxi- mately four to eight seconds for a self-check when the ignition is first turned on.
are possible, based on the collision type and severity . 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 air bags fully inflate in about 50 to 70 milliseconds.
in about 10 milliseconds. The side air bag moves at a very high speed and with such a high force that it could injure you if you are not seated properly , or if items ar e positioned in the ar ea where the side air bag inflates. This especially applies to children.
event, the ORC will determine whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response System perform the follow- ing functions: • Cut off fuel to the engine. • Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or until the ignition key is turned off.
Customer Action Customer W ill See 4. T urn Left T urn Signal Switch ON. Left T urn Light is ON SOLID. Right T urn Light BLINKS. 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.
If you do have a collision which deploys the air bags, any or all of the following may occur: • The nylon air bag material may sometimes cause abrasions and/or skin r eddening to the driver and front passenger as the air bags deploy and unfold.
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.
Air Bag W arning Light Y ou will want to have the air bags ready to inflate for your protection in a collision. The Air Bag W arning Light monitors the internal circuits and interconnecting wiring associated with air bag system electrical components.
Event Data Recorder (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an event data recor der (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, 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.
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 all Canadian provinces, require that small childr en ride in proper restraint systems. This is the law , and you can be prosecuted for ignoring it.
The infant carrier is only used rearwar d-facing in the vehicle. It is recommended for children from birth until they reach the weight or height limit of the infant carrier . Convertible child seats can be used either rearwar d- facing or forward-facing in the vehicle.
in the vehicle by the lap/shoulder belt or the LA TCH child restraint anchorage system. Refer to “Lower An- chors and T ether for CHildren (LA TCH)”. All children whose weight or height is above the forward-facing limit for the child seat should use a belt-positioning booster seat until the vehicle’s seat belts fit properly .
Children T oo Large For Booster Seats Children who are large enough to wear the shoulder belt comfortably , and whose legs ar e long enough to bend over the front of the seat when their back is against the seatback, should use the lap/shoulder belt in a rear seat.
LA TCH — Child Seat Anchorage System (Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren) Y our vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchor- age system called LA TCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and T ether for CHildren.
W ARNING! Y ou should never install LA TCH-compatible child seats so that two seats share a common anchorage. If installing seats in adjacent seating positions, or if your child restraints are not LA TCH-compatible, in- stall the restraints using the vehicle’ s seat belts.
The lower anchorages are round bars which ar e part of the seat and body structure. They are located at the rear of the seat cushion where it meets the seatback and just visible when you lean into the rear seat to install the child restraint. Y ou will easily feel them if you run your finger along the intersection of the surfaces.
NOTE: • Ensure that the tether strap does not slip into the opening between the seatbacks as you remove the slack in the strap. • When using the LA TCH attaching system to install a child r estraint, please ensure that all seat belts not being used for occupant restraints are stowed and out of reach of children.
retractor . For additional information on ALR, r efer to “Automatic Locking Mode” description under “Occu- pant Restraints.” The chart below defines the seating positions with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) or a cinching latch plate.
T o attach a child restraint tether strap: • Route the tether strap under the head restraint to provide the most direct path for the strap between the anchor and the child seat. • If necessary , move the seat forward to provide better access to the tether anchor .
T ransporting Pets Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly injured, or could injur e a passenger during panic braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
SAFETY TIPS T ransporting Passengers NEVER TRANSPOR T P ASSENGERS IN THE CARGO AREA. W ARNING! • Do not leave children or animals inside parked vehicles in hot weather . Interior heat build-up may cause serious injury or death. • It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
W ARNING! (Continued) • If you are required to drive with the trunk/liftgate open, make sure that all windows are closed and the climate control BLOWER switch is set at high speed.
Air Bag W arning Light The light should come on and remain on for four to eight seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your authorized dealer . If the light stays on, flickers, or comes on while driving, have the system checked by an autho- rized dealer .
W ARNING! (Continued) • Never put floor mats or other floor coverings on top of already installed floor mats. Additional floor mats and other coverings will reduce the size of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals. • Check mounting of mats on a regular basis.
Lights Have someone observe the operation of exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument panel. Door Latches Check for positive closing, latching, and locking. Fluid Leaks Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel, engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks.
UNDERST ANDING THE FEA TURES OF YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Power Convertible T op — If Equipped ....... 7 4 ▫ Lowering The Power T op ............... 7 4 ▫ Raising The Power T op ................. 7 4 ▫ W ind Stop .......................... 7 5 䡵 Mirrors .
▫ Seat Height Adjustment ................. 9 0 ▫ Ez Entry Feature ...................... 9 0 ▫ Memory Feature ...................... 9 1 ▫ Heated Seats — If Equipped ............. 9 1 ▫ Head Restraints ...................... 9 2 䡵 T o Open And Close The Hood .
▫ T o Resume Speed .................... 1 0 7 ▫ T o V ary The Speed Setting .............. 1 0 7 ▫ T o Accelerate For Passing .............. 1 0 7 䡵 Rear Park Assist — If Equipped ........... 1 0 8 ▫ Rear Park Assist Sensors ..............
POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP — IF EQUIPPED On vehicles equipped with a power convertible top, the power convertible top switch is located on the over head console. The switch contains two buttons. The passenger side button, which is used to open the power top, and the driver side button, which is used to close the power top.
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.
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 through the rear window . Headlight glar e fr om vehicles behind you can be r educed by moving the small control under the mirr or to the night position (toward the rear of the vehicle).
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped This mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glare from vehicles behind you. Y ou can turn the featur e on or off by pr essing 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.
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 mirr or select switch to either the L (left) or R (right) to select the mirror you need to adjust.
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 mirr or to pivot forward or rearwar d to help avoid damage.
BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE COMMUNICA TION — IF EQUIPPED Overview W indows Mobile™-based FIA T BLUE&ME™ is a per- sonal telematic system enabling you to use communica- tion and entertainment applications expressly designed for use in the car .
you are not requir ed to train the voice recognition system to recognize your voice. This implies that the system is nearly equally performing with differ ent persons, i.
your mobile phone manually and visually using the steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multi- function display . For further details on the mobile phones supported by BLUE&ME™, refer to section BLUE&ME™ SUPPOR TED MOBILE PHONES.
list or directly pronouncing the phone number , to answer a call and also to answer another incoming phone call. • 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”.
• T o Answer A Call — you can answer an incoming call by pressing the MAIN/Phone button on the steering wheel. • Conference Call — you can call another contact while you are engaged in a phone conversation (with Bluetooth 威 phones supporting this option).
NOTE: Not all mobile phones support the SMS text message reader function or automatic phonebook trans- fer via Bluetooth 威 . Consult www .fiatusa.com for further information on the list of compatible mobile phones. Message reader functions are managed by the control buttons on the steering wheel or by the BLUE&ME™ voice commands.
In this way , while you are driving you can play your favorite personal music collections. • iPod 威 Player — see dedicated paragraph under Media Player Functions. The media player enables the following operations: • Digital Audio Playback — you can play all your digital audio files (.
W ARNING! • Operating certain parts of this system while driv- ing can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly cause an accident or other serious consequences; for this reason certain functions shall be disabled by the BLUE&ME™ system until driving conditions are secure and, if required, only when the car is stopped.
W ARNING! • It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. • Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts.
W ARNING! • Adjusting a seat while driving may be dangerous. Moving a seat while driving could result in loss of control which could cause a collision and serious injury or death. • Seats should be adjusted before fastening the seat belts and while the vehicle is parked.
Seat Height Adjustment The driver ’s seat height can be raised or lower ed by using a lever , located on the outboard side of the seat. Pump the lever upward to raise the seat height, or pump the lever downward to lower the seat height. EZ Entry Feature The driver and front passenger seats have an EZ entry feature for rear seat passengers.
Lift the seatback upright and push the seat rearward to its locked position once the rear passengers are seated. Memory Feature The driver seat also has a memory feature, which can operate in two ways.
W ARNING! • Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury , medication, alcohol use, ex- haustion or other physical condition must exercise care when using the seat heater . It may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
T o raise the head restraint, pull upward on the head restraint. T o lower the head restraint, press the push button, located at the base of the head restraint, and push downward on the head restraint. The Reactive Head Restraints will automatically r eturn to their normal position following a rear impact.
downward on the head restraint. Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things T o Know Befor e Starting Y our V ehicle” for information on tether routing. TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD T o open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the bottom of the RED hood release lever , located on the left kick panel, rearward.
2. Rotate the safety catch under the front edge of the hood, near the center , and raise the hood. Lift the hood pr op rod that clips to the right side (left side when standing in front of the hood) of the engine compartment. Place the hood pr op rod in the hole of hood hinge to secure the hood in the open position.
LIGHTS Multifunction Lever The multifunction lever , located on the left side of the steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights, headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals. NOTE: The external lights can only be turned on with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
High Beams W ith the low beams activated, push the multifunc- tion lever towards the instrument panel to turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel to turn off the high beams.
T urn Signals Push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right turn or downward to signal a left turn. The correspond- ing indicator in the instrument cluster will blink to indicate the operation of the turn signal.
Deactivation Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel and hold it for more than two seconds. Interior Lights The interior light switches are located in the overhead console. The interior lights can be set to three differ ent positions (Off/Left Position, Center Position, On/Right Position).
Interior Light T iming (On/Right Position) • When all doors are closed a 15 minute timer is activated. NOTE: The timer is deactivated when the key is moved into the ON/RUN position. Front Fog Lights — If Equipped The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the instrument panel, just below the radio.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND W ASHERS The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the right side of the steering column. NOTE: The windshield wipers/washers will only oper- ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position. Front Windshield Wiper Operation There are five differ ent modes of operation for the front windshield wipers.
NOTE: The Intermittent function only has one detent but wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed. As vehicle speed increases the delay time will decrease. Low Speed Push the lever downward to the second detent. The wipers will operate at low speed.
CAUTION! (Continued) • Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur .
Rear W indshield W asher Operation Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the instrument panel to activate the rear washer . Push and hold the lever for mor e than a half second and the wipers will activate automatically for thr ee cycles after the lever is released.
W ARNING! Do not adjust the steering column while driving. Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv- ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the steering column is locked before driving your ve- hicle.
system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired vehicle set speed. T o Activate Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. T o turn the system off, push the ON/OFF button a second time.
T o Resume Speed T o resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+) button and release. Resume can be used at any speed above 20 mph (32 km/h). T o V ary The Speed Setting When the Electr onic Speed Control is set, you can in- crease speed by pushing the RES (+) button.
Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the vehicle set speed. NOTE: The Electr onic Speed Control system maintains speed up and down hills.
Rear Park Assist Sensors The four Rear Park Assist sensors, located in the rear fascia/bumper , monitor the area behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’ field of view .
Audible And V isual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System. SIGNAL MEANING INDICA TION Obstacle Distance An obstacle is present within the sensors’ field of view Audible signal (dashboard loudspeaker) • Sound pulses emitted at a rate that in- creases as the distance decreases.
Failure Indications A malfunction of the Rear Park Assist sensors or system is indicated, during REVERSE gear engagement, by the instrument panel warning icon. The warning icon is illuminated and a message is displayed on the multifunction display (if equipped).
not be cover ed with ice, snow , slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can result in the system not working properly . The Rear Park Assist system might not detect an obstacle behind the fascia/bumper , or it could provide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the fascia/bumper .
W ARNING! • Drivers must be careful when backing up even when using the Rear Park Assist system. Always check carefully behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots be- fore backing up.
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. W ARNING! • Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants, particularly unat- tended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
T o Open Press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately one second and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Press the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully , then stop automatically .
Emergency Operation In case of electrical failure the sunroof can be operated with the hex wrench that is located in the glove box. There is a plug located in the rear of the sunroof opening at the center of the vehicle. Removing the plug reveals a hex opening in the motor assembly of the sunroof.
ELECTRICAL POWER OUTLETS There is a standard 12 V olt (13 Amp) power outlet, located in the floor console, for added convenience. This power outlet can power mobile phones, electronics and other low power devices. Power is available when the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN or ST AR T position.
W ARNING! T o avoid serious injury or death: • Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet should be inserted into any 12 V olt outlet. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Close the lid when not in use and while driving the vehicle. • If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric shock and failure.
CAUTION! • Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery , even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually , if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
CUPHOLDERS For the driver and front passenger , cupholders ar e lo- cated on the floor console between the front seats. For rear passengers, there ar e cupholders located on the floor between the front driver and passenger seats.
STORAGE Glove Box Compartment The glove box is located on the right side of the instru- ment panel. Pull outward on the door latch to open the glove box. Push the glove box door upward to close it. Passenger Seat Storage — If Equipped Some models may be equipped with storage under the front passenger seat.
CARGO AREA FEA TURES The rear seatbacks have a fold down feature to allow increased cargo capacity . Push down the release button, located at the outboard top of the seatback and move the seatback to its folded- down position to provide a flat load floor cargo ar ea.
REAR WINDOW FEA TURES Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is located in the center of the instrument panel, below the radio. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster . An indicator in the button will illuminate when the rear window defroster is on.
CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abra- sive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window . • Keep all objects a safe distance from the window .
UNDERST ANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT P ANEL CONTENTS 䡵 Instrument Panel Features ............... 1 2 7 䡵 Instrument Cluster .................... 1 2 8 䡵 Instrument Cluster Descriptions ........... 1 2 9 䡵 Electronic V ehicle Information Center (EVIC) .
▫ T echnical Specifications ................ 1 6 0 ▫ Quick Guide ....................... 1 6 1 ▫ General Information .................. 1 6 3 ▫ Functions And Adjustments ............. 1 6 5 ▫ Radio ............................ 1 7 2 ▫ Sirius 威 Satellite Radio — If Equipped .
INSTRUMENT P ANEL FEA TURES 1 — Side V ent 7 — Passenger Air Bag 13 — Storage Compartment 2 — Multifunction Lever – Light Control 8 — Glove Compartment 14 — Shift Lever 3— Instrument C.
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS 1. Glow Plug Light — If Equipped The Glow Plug light will flash during engine oil viscosity sensor measurement in cold weather . During this measurement (up to 10 seconds), the starter will be disabled. If the measured oil viscosity is OK, the light will turn of f and the engine will be allowed to crank.
3. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped This indicator will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. 4. Low Fuel Light When the fuel level reaches approximately 1.0 gal- lon (3.8L) this light will turn on, and r emain on until fuel is added. 5.
9. Air Bag W arning Light This light will turn on for four seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on during starting, stays on, or turns on while driving, have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
13. Power Steering System W arning This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Power Steering System). Refer to “Power Steering” in “Starting and Operating” for further information. 14. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
Accordingly , when the low tire pressure telltale illumi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pr essure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tir e to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
CAUTION! The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system opera- tion or sensor damage may result when using re- placement equipment that is not of the same size, type, and/or style.
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality , etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will not require towing.
If the light turns on while driving, safely pull over and stop the vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL and idle the ve- hicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the engine off immediately and call for service.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN posi- tion. NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake is applied.
If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving, it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not functioning and that service is r equired. However , the conventional brake system will continue to operate normally if the BRAKE warning light is not on.
W ARNING! A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. Y ou or others could be badly burned by steam or boiling coolant. Y ou may want to call an authorized dealer- ship for service if your vehicle overheats. If you decide to look under the hood yourself, see “Main- taining Y our V ehicle.
27. Fuel Gauge / Fuel Door Reminder The fuel door reminder indicates that the fuel filler door is located on the right side of the vehicle. When the ignition switch is in the ON/RUN position, the digital scale will show the level of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
The EVIC consists of the following: • System Status • V ehicle Information W arning Message Displays • Personal Settings (Customer-Programmable Features) • Outside T emperature Display • T r.
EVIC Displays EVIC Display Manual T ransmission 1 — T emperature Indicator 6 — Message Display 2 — Fuel Level Gauge 7 — Coolant T emperature Gauge 3 — Clock 8 — Digital Speedometer 4 — O.
EVIC Control Buttons Press the MENU ESC button briefly to access the menu and/or go to next scr een or to confirm the r equired menu option. Pr ess and hold the MENU ESC button (approxi- mately one second) to return to the main screen.
• Set Date • See Radio • Speed Display • Autoclose • Units • Language • Buzzer V olume • Button V olume • Daylights (D.R.L.) • Hill Start • Exit Menu Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without Submenu 1. Briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the main menu option to set.
3. Briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu. 4. Press the + or – button (by single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu option. 5. Briefly press the MENU ESC button to store the new setting and go back to the previously selected submenu option.
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, average speed and travel time).
Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC (approxi- mately one second) to go back to the main scr een without storing settings. T rip Functions Both trip functions are resettable (reset — start of new trip).
NOTE: The range depends on several factors: driving style, type of route (freeway , residential, mountain roads, etc.), conditions of use of the car (load, tir e pressur e, etc.). T rip planning must take into account the above notes. Distance T ravelled This value shows the distance covered since the last reset.
2. Briefly pr ess the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or press and hold the MENU ESC (approxi- mately one second) to go back to the main scr een without storing settings. Speed Beep (Speed Limit) W ith this function it is possible to set the car speed limit (mph or km/h); when this limit is exceeded the driver is immediately alerted.
3. Briefly pr ess the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the MENU ESC button (approximately one second) to go back to the main scr een without storing the settings. T rip B Data (T rip B On) Through this option, it is possible to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the T rip B (partial trip) display .
NOTE: • The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the + or – button is pressed. Press and hold the button to increase/decr ease the setting rapidly . Save the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the requir ed setting.
+ or – button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly . Save the setting by briefly pr essing the button when you approach the requir ed setting. • Briefly pr ess the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu scr een, or press and hold the MENU ESC button (approximately one second) to go back to the main screen without storing the settings.
T o activate (On) or to deactivate (Off) the speed display feature, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the MENU ESC button. “MPH”, “km/ h”, then “Of f” will flash on the display (accor ding to previous setting). 2. Press the + or – button to select display deactivation “Off”, “MPH” or “km/h”.
2. Press the + or – button to navigate the thr ee sub- menus. 3. Select the requir ed sub-menu and then briefly press the MENU ESC button. 4. When accessing the “Distance” submenu: briefly pr ess the MENU ESC button. Either “mi” or “km” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting).
Language (Selecting The Language) The messages can be displayed in the following lan- guages: Italian, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Dutch, Polish. T o set the required language, proceed as follows: 1. Briefly press the MENU ESC button.
3. Briefly pr ess the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the MENU ESC button (approximately one second) to go back to the main scr een without storing the settings.
3. Briefly pr ess the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen, or press and hold the button (approxi- mately one second) to go back to the main scr een without storing the settings. Exit Menu This function closes the initial menu screen. Briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the main screen.
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 you to read them carefully . Suggestions Road Safety Please, learn how to use all different radio functions (e.
• 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 outwards. • Never use chemicals (e.g. antistatics or thinners or sprays) for cleaning as they could damage the surface of the CDs.
• The CD player is capable of reading most compression systems currently in use, following the development of these systems, the reading of all compression for- mats is not guaranteed. T echnical Specifications The complete system consists of: • T wo 165 mm diameter midwoofer speakers, one speaker in each of the front doors.
Quick Guide Radio Controls BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE On Short button press Off Long button press TUNER AM, FM, SA T (if equipped) source se- lection Short repeated button press A-B-C Cycles A, B, .
BUTTON GENERAL FUNCTIONS MODE (Information Button) Song, Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist, Folder information (if available) in CD, Media Player and Satellite (if so equipped); T oggles RBDS information.
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• SPEED VOLUME function: Customer selectable auto- matic volume adjustment depending on the car speed • Automatic Stereo/Mono selection CD Section • T rack selection (forward/backwar d) • Fast.
Audio Section • Mute/pause function • Soft mute function • Loudness function • Graphic 7 band equalizer (if equipped) • Separate bass/treble tone adjustment • Right/left channel balancing • Front/r ear fader Functions And Adjustments T urning The Car Radio On The car radio comes on when the (ON/OFF) button is pressed briefly .
Mute/Pause Function Press the button briefly to activate the MUTE function. The volume will gradually decrease and the wording “TUNER Mute” will be shown on the display (in radio mode) or “CD Pause” (in CD mode). Press the button again to deactivate the MUTE function.
• EQUALIZER — if equipped (activation and selection of factory equalization adjustments) • USER EQUALIZER — if equipped (customized equal- ization adjustment) T one Adjustment Proceed as follows: 1. Press AUDIO button. 2. Press the or button to select “Bass” or “T reble” in the AUDIO menu.
Fader Adjustment Proceed as follows: 1. Press AUDIO button. 2. Press the or button to set “Fader” in the AUDIO menu. 3. Press the button to increase the sound coming from the r ear speakers or the button to increase the sound coming from the front speakers.
T o activate the equalizer , use the AUDIO button or to select one of the adjustments: • “EQ User” (adjustment of 7 equalizer bands that can be changed by the user) • “Classic” (equalizer .
The current status of the selected function appears on the display . The functions managed by the Menu are: • Speech V olume • Aux Audio Offset • Radio Off • Sat ID • SIRIUS 威 T elephone Number • System Reset • Speed V olume • On V olume Limit Press the MENU button again to exit the Menu function.
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 maxi- mum volume.
• “Radio off: 20 min” — The radio turns off indepen- dently from the ignition key; the radio r emains on for a maximum period of 20 minutes after the key has been turned to the STOP position. System Reset Function This function is used to restore all settings to the factory values.
Each time the button is pressed the following bands are selected cyclically: • AM, FM or SA T (if equipped) Each band is highlighted by the corresponding wordings on the display . The radio will be tuned to last station selected on the respective frequency band.
in the desired direction. If the or button is pressed longer , the fast search starts and then stops when the button is released. Stereophonic Broadcasters If the incoming signal is weak, the reproduction is automatically switched from Stereo to Mono.
T erms & Conditions available at sirius.com/service terms. SIRIUS Radio U.S. service only available to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States, D.C., and PR. Service available in Canada; see www .siriuscanada.ca. SIRIUS 威 Satellite Radio Program T ypes Program T ypes can be selected by pressing the or buttons.
when installed in the customer ’s vehicle. T o reactivate your service, either call the number listed on the display or visit the provider online. CAUTION! Neither SIRIUS nor FIA T is responsible for any errors in accuracies in the SIRIUS data services or its use in vehicles.
CD Player Introduction This chapter describes the operation of the CD player only . T o operate the radio, refer to the description in the “Functions and Adjustments” chapter . CD Player Selection T o activate the CD player built into the equipment, proceed as follows: • Load a CD with the equipment switched on.
Press the button with the radio turned on, to activate the motorized CD ejection system. After ejection, the last audio source listened to before playing the CD will be heard.
beginning. In this case, if you want to play the previous track, press the button twice consecutively . T rack Fast Forward/Rewind Keep the button pressed down to fast forward the selected track and keep the button pr essed down to fast rewind the track.
• The music files should have the extension “.mp3” or “.wma” files with a different extension will not be repr oduced. • The sampling fr equencies that can be r eproduced are: 44.1 kHz, stereo (from 96 to 320 kbit/s) – 22.05 kHz, mono or stereo (from 32 to 80 kbit/s).
Selection Of Next/Previous Folder Press the button to select a next folder or the button to select the previous folder . The display will show the number of the folder . The folders are selected cyclically . The first folder is selected after the last folder and vice versa.
CD Player The Cd Does Not Play The CD is dirty . Clean the CD. The CD is scratched. T ry using another CD. The Cd Can Not Be Loaded A CD is already loaded. Press the button and r emove the CD. MP3 File Reading T rack Skips While Playing Mp3 Files The CD is scratched or dirty .
Refer to the appropriate Blue&Me™ radio User ’s Manual for iPod 威 or external USB device support capability . STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The remote sound system controls ar e 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. Pressing the top of the rocker switch will increase the volume, and pressing the bottom of the rocker switch will decrease the volume.
Operating Instructions — Hands-Free Phone (If Equipped) Refer to the appropriate Blue&Me™ User ’s Manual for further information. CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE T o keep a CD/DVD in good condition, take the following precautions: 1. Handle the disc by its edge; avoid touching the surface.
CLIMA TE CONTROLS The air conditioning and heating system is designed to make you comfortable in all types of weather . Manual Heating And Air Conditioning The Manual Climate controls consist of a series of rotary dials and one inner push knob.
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.
the windshield. This setting is good for maintaining comfort while reducing moisture on the windshield. • Defrost Air is directed through the windshield and side window demister outlets. Use this mode with maximum blower and temperature settings for best windshield and side window defrosting.
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Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) — If Equipped • The Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) allows the driver to select individual comfort settings. • The system provides set-and-forget operation for op- timum comfort and convenience. • The system can be controlled manually , if desired.
2. A/C Button Press and r elease to change the curr ent Air Conditioning (A/C) setting. Performing this function will cause the A TC to switch into manual mode. 3. T emperature Control Up Button Provides temperature up control. Push the button for warmer temperature settings.
9. Blower Control Down Button There are 12 blower speeds. The blower speed decreases as you press this button. Performing this function will cause the A TC to switch into manual mode. 10. T emperature Control Down Button Provides temperature down control.
NOTE: • It is not necessary to move the temperatur e settings for cold or hot vehicles. The system automatically adjusts the temperature, mode and fan speed to pr ovide comfort as quickly as possible. • The temperature can be displayed in U.S. or Metric units by selecting the US/M customer-pr ogrammable feature.
The operator can also select the direction of the airflow by selecting one of the following positions. Panel Mode Air comes from the outlets in the instrument panel.
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.
Operating Tips W indow Fogging W indows will fog on the inside when the humidity inside the vehicle is high. This often occurs in mild or cool temperatures when it’s rainy or humid. In most cases, turning the air conditioning (pressing the A/C button) on will clear the fog.
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ST ARTING AND OPERA TING CONTENTS 䡵 Starting Procedur es .................... 2 0 3 ▫ Manual T ransmission – If Equipped ....... 2 0 3 ▫ Automatic T ransmission – If Equipped ..... 2 0 3 ▫ Normal Starting ..................... 2 0 3 ▫ Cold W eather Operation .
▫ General Information .................. 2 1 5 䡵 Driving On Slippery Surfaces ............. 2 1 6 ▫ Acceleration ........................ 2 1 6 ▫ T raction ........................... 2 1 7 䡵 Driving Through W ater ................. 2 1 7 ▫ Flowing/Rising W ater .
▫ T ire Loading And T ire Pressure .......... 2 3 8 䡵 T ires — General Information ............. 2 4 2 ▫ T ire Pressure ....................... 2 4 2 ▫ T ire Inflation Pressures ................ 2 4 3 ▫ T ire Pressures For High Speed Operation .
▫ Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message ........... 2 6 3 䡵 T railer T owing ........................ 2 6 3 䡵 Recreational T owing (Behind Motorhome, Etc.
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 in the vehicle alone. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons.
Cold Weather Operation T o prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than –22° F (–30° C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not been used.
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 will automatically decr ease as the engine warms up.
Use each gear in numerical order; do not skip a gear . Be sure the transmission is in first gear , not thir d, when starting from a standing position. Damage to the clutch can result from starting in third gear . For most city driving, you will find it easier to use only the lower gears.
Downshifting Proper downshifting will improve fuel economy and prolong engine life. CAUTION! If you skip more than one gear while downshifting or downshift at too high a vehicle speed, you could damage the engine, transmission, or clutch.
W ARNING! It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of P ARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly pressing on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
vehicle may be somewhat abrupt. This is a normal condition, and pr ecision shifts will develop within a few hundred miles (kilometers). Shifting from DRIVE to P ARK or REVERSE should be done only after the accelerator pedal is released and the vehicle is stopped.
Never attempt to use P ARK while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking brake when leaving vehicle in this range. When parking on a level surface, you may place the shift lever in the P ARK position first, and then apply the parking brake.
W ARNING! (Continued) • It is dangerous to move the shift lever out of P ARK or NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. Y ou could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
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.
CAUTION! T owing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL can result in severe transmission damage. Refer to “Recre- ational T owing” in “Starting And Operating” and “T owing A Disabled V ehicle” in What T o Do In Emergencies” for further information.
P ARK, REVERSE, and NEUTRAL will continue to oper- ate. Limp Home Mode allows the vehicle to be driven to an authorized dealer for service without damaging the transmission. In the event of a momentary problem, the transmission can be r eset to r egain all forward gears by performing the following steps: 1.
Operation When the shift lever is in the AutoStick 威 position (to the left of the Drive position), it can be moved forward and rearwar d. This allows the driver to manually select the transmission gear being used. Moving the shift lever forward (-) triggers a downshift, and moving it rearwar d (+) an upshift.
• If a downshift would cause the engine to over-speed, that shift will not occur until it is safe for the engine. An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is selected. • The transmission will automatically upshift when nec- essary to prevent engine over-speed.
T raction When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may cause partial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability . T o reduce this possibility , the following precau- tions should be observed: 1.
Shallow Standing Water Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shallow standing water , consider the following Caution and W arning before doing so.
W ARNING! • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’ s traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through standing water . • Driving through standing water limits your vehi- cle’ s braking capabilities, which increases stop- ping distances.
W ARNING! Continued operation with reduced or no power steer- ing assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be obtained as soon as pos- sible. P ARKING BRAKE Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking brake is fully applied.
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 be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons.
SPORT MODE Manual T ransmission – If Equipped The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight incr eases in effort and thr ottle pedal-to-engine response. This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty roads wher e more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering.
Automatic T ransmission – If Equipped The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increase in effort and changes the transmis- sion shift schedules for more aggr essive shifting. This driving mode is useful while driving on twisty r oads where more steering precision is desired in spirited cornering.
BRAKE SYSTEM In the event power assist is lost for any r eason (for example; r epeated brake applications with the engine off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to brake the vehicle will be significantly more than that requir ed with the power system operating.
W ARNING! • Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will diminish their effectiveness and may lead to a collision. Pumping makes the stopping distance longer . Just press firmly on your brake pedal when you need to slow down or stop.
System (ABS), Brake Assist System (BAS), T raction Con- trol System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), and Electronic Stability Control (ESC). All systems work together to enhance vehicle stability and control in various driving conditions and are commonly referr ed to as ESC.
W ARNING! (Continued) • The BAS cannot prevent collisions, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydroplan- ing. • The capabilities of a BAS-equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user ’ s safety or the safety of others.
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.
ESC applies the brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the oversteer or understeer condition. • Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning mor e than appropriate for the steering wheel position. • Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the steering wheel position.
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 acci- dents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, driving on very slippery surfaces, or hydro- planing.
T o turn ESC on again, momentarily press the switch again. This will r estore the normal ESC On mode of operation. NOTE: T o improve the vehicle’s traction when driving with snow chains, or starting off in deep snow , sand or gravel, it may be desirable to switch to the Partial Off mode by pressing the switch.
Malfunction Indicator Light begins to flash during accel- eration, ease up on the accelerator and apply as little throttle as possible. Be sure to adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions.
NOTE: • P (Passenger) - Metric tire sizing is based on U.S. design standards. P-Metric tires have the letter “P” molded into the sidewall preceding the size designa- tion. Example: P215/65R15 95H. • European-Metric tire sizing is based on European design standards.
T ire Sizing Chart EXAMPLE: Size Designation: P = Passenger car tire size based on U.S. design standards ⴖ ....blank.... ⴖ = Passenger car tire based on European design standards LT = Light truck tire based on U.
EXAMPLE: Service Description: 95 = Load Index — A numerical code associated with the maximum load a tire can carry H = Speed Symbol — A symbol indicating the range of speeds at which a tire can ca.
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.
Tire T erminology And Definitions T erm Definition B-Pillar The vehicle B-Pillar is a structural member of the body located between the front and rear door (of a four-door vehicle) running from the sill to the roof.
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure T ire Placard Location NOTE: The proper cold tire inflation pressur e is listed on the driver’s side B-Pillar . T ire And Loading Information Placard This placard tell.
Loading The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle. Y ou will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation pressur es specified on the T ire and Loading Information placard.
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer , load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
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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.
W ARNING! (Continued) • Unequal tire pressures from one side of the ve- hicle 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. Economy Improper inflation pressur es can cause uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread.
Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always cold tire inflation pressur e. Cold tire inflation pr essure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least thr ee hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a three hour period.
W ARNING! High speed driving with your vehicle under maxi- mum load is dangerous. The added strain on your tires could cause them to fail. Y ou could have a serious accident. Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h).
W ARNING! (Continued) • T emporary use spare tires have limited tread life. When the tread is worn to the tread wear indica- tors, the temporary use spare tire needs to be 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.
W ARNING! Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener- ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause tire dam- age or failure. A tire could explode and injure some- one.
Life Of Tire The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including, but not limited to: • Driving style • T ire pressure • Distance driven W ARNING! T ires and the spare tire should be replaced after six years, regardless of the remaining tread.
W ARNING! • Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than that specified for your vehicle. Some combinations of unapproved tires and wheels may change sus- pension dimensions and performance characteris- tics, resulting in changes to steering, handling, and braking of your vehicle.
CAUTION! T o avoid damage to your vehicle or tires, observe the following precautions: • Use Security Chain Company (SCC) SCC Z6 low profile or equivalent chains on 185/55R15 tires only . • Because of restricted chain clearance between tires and other suspension components, it is important that only chains in good condition are used.
TIRE ROT A TION RECOMMENDA TIONS The tires on the fr ont and rear of your vehicle operate at differ ent loads and perform differ ent steering, driving, and braking functions. For these reasons, they wear at unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear pat- terns.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) The T ire Pressur e Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the driver of a low tir e pressur e based on the vehicle recom- mended cold tire pressure. The tire pressur e will vary with temperature by about 1 psi (6.9 kPa) for every 12° F (6.
For example, your vehicle may have a recommended cold (parked for more than three hours) tire pressure of 30 psi (207 kPa). If the ambient temperature is 68° F (20° C) and the measured tire pressur e is 27 psi (186 kPa), a temperature drop to 20° F (-7° C) will decrease the tire pressur e to approximately 26 psi (179 kPa).
NOTE: • The TPMS is not intended to replace normal tire care and maintenance, or to provide warning of a tire failure or condition. • The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressure gauge while adjusting your tire pressur e. • Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failur e.
• Four T ire Pressur e Monitoring Sensors • T ire Pressure Monitoring T elltale Light T ire Pressure Monitoring Low Pressure W arnings The T ire Pressur e Monitoring T elltale Light will illumi- n.
5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPM sensors. NOTE: Y our vehicle is equipped with a compact spare wheel and tire assembly . 1. The compact spare tire does not have a tire pressure monitoring sensor . Therefor e, the TPMS will not monitor the tire pressur e in the compact spare tire.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The tire pressure sensors are covered under one of the following licenses: United States ................... MRXC4W4MA4 Canada ..........
The manufactur er supports the use of r eformulated gaso- line. Pr operly blended reformulated gasoline will pr o- vide excellent performance and durability of engine and fuel system components. Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded gasoline with oxy- genates such as 10% Ethanol, MTBE, and ETBE.
T o recover fr om a Non-FFV vehicle inadvertently fueled once with E-85 perform the following: • drain the fuel tank • change the engine oil • replace the fuel filter and oil filter • disconnect the battery to reset the engine controller long term adaptive memory More extensive repairs will be required for prolonged exposure to E-85 fuel.
Fuel System Cautions CAUTION! Follow these guidelines to maintain your vehicle’s performance: • The use of leaded gas is prohibited by Federal law .
Carbon Monoxide Warnings 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.
ADDING FUEL Fuel Filler Cap (Gas Cap) The gas cap is located on the passenger side of the vehicle. If the gas cap is lost or damaged, be sure the replacement cap is the correct one for this vehicle. CAUTION! • Damage to the fuel system or emission control system could result from using an improper fuel cap (gas cap).
W ARNING! • Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the vehicle when the gas cap is removed or the tank is being filled. • Never add fuel when the engine is running. It may cause the MIL to turn on and could cause a fire. • A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
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 ransmi.
WHA T T O DO IN EMERGENCIES CONTENTS 䡵 Hazard W arning Flashers ................ 2 6 7 䡵 If Y our Engine Overheats ................ 2 6 7 䡵 TIREFIT Kit ......................... 2 6 8 ▫ TIREFIT Storage ..................... 2 6 9 ▫ TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation .
䡵 T owing A Disabled V ehicle ............... 2 9 5 ▫ W ith Ignition Key .................... 2 9 5 ▫ W ithout The Ignition Key .............. 2 9 6 䡵 Enhanced Accident Response System .
HAZARD W ARNING FLASHERS The Hazar d W arning flasher switch is located on the instrument panel below the radio. Press the switch to turn on the Hazard W arning flashers. When the switch is activated, all direc- tional turn signals will flash on and of f to warn oncoming traf fic of an emergency .
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.
TIREFIT Storage The TIREFIT kit is located under the front driver’s seat. TIREFIT Kit Components And Operation 1. Sealant Bottle 2. Deflation Button 3. Pressure Gauge 4. Power Button 5. Mode Select Knob 6. Sealant Hose (Clear) 7. Air Pump Hose (Black) 8.
Selecting Sealant Mode T urn the Mode Select Knob (5) to this position to inject the TIREFIT Sealant and to inflate the tire. Use the Sealant Hose (clear hose) (6) when selecting this mode. Using The Power Button Push and release the Power Button (4) once to turn On the TIREFIT kit.
• For optimum performance, make sure the valve stem on the wheel is free of debris before connecting the TIREFIT kit. • Y ou can use the TIREFIT air pump to inflate bicycle tires.
W ARNING! (Continued) − If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the wheel. • Keep TIREFIT away from open flames or heat source. • A loose TIREFIT kit thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.
Sealing A T ire With TIREFIT (A) Whenever Y ou Stop T o Use TIREFIT : 1. Pull over to a safe location and turn on the vehicle’s Hazard W arning flashers. 2. V erify that the valve stem (on the wheel with the deflated tire) is in a position that is near to the ground.
(C) Injecting TIREFIT Sealant Into The Deflated T ire: • Always start the engine before turning ON the TIRE- FIT kit. NOTE: Manual transmission vehicles must have the parking brake engaged and the shift lever in NEUTRAL.
1. Continue to operate the pump until sealant is no longer flowing through hose (typically takes 30 - 70 sec- onds). As the sealant flows through the Sealant Hose (6), the Pressur e Gauge (3) can read as high as 70 psi (5 Bar).
CAUTION! • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be handled carefully . • Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can result in sealant con- tacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’ s inte- rior .
3. Uncoil the Air Pump Hose (7) (black in color) and screw the fitting at the end of hose (7) onto the valve stem. 4. Check the pressure in the tire by r eading the Pressure Gauge (3). If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar) , the tire is too badly damaged.
2. Locate the round Sealant Bottle release button in the recessed area under the sealant bottle. 3. Press the Sealant Bottle release button. The Sealant Bottle (1) will pop up. Remove the bottle and dispose of it accordingly . 4. Clean any remaining sealant from the TIREFIT housing.
W ARNING! (Continued) • The jack is designed to be used as a tool for changing tires only . The jack should not be used to lift the vehicle for service purposes. The vehicle should be jacked on a firm level surface only . A void ice or slippery areas.
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 gr ound with enough slack in the cable to allow you to pull the tire out from under the vehicle.
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 dam- age the winch.
4. When the spare is clear , remove the knob or plastic molded nut by rotating it counter-clockwise. 5. T ilt the retainer 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 when operating the jack or changing the wheel.
W ARNING! (Continued) • T urn on the Hazard W arning flashers. • Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised. • Set the parking brake firmly and set an automatic transmission in P ARK; a manual transmission in REVERSE. • Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a jack.
CAUTION! Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on locations other than those indicated in the Jacking Instructions for this vehicle. 1. Remove the scissors jack and tool bag fr om under the driver’s seat. 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the wheel bolts by turning them to the left one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.
Do not raise the vehicle until you are sure the jack is securely engaged. 3. 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.
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. 4. Using the swivel wr ench, raise the vehicle by turning the jack screw to the right.
NOTE: The wheel cover is held on the wheel by the wheel bolts. When reinstalling the original wheel, prop- erly align the wheel cover to the valve stem, place the wheel cover onto the wheel, then install the wheel bolts. 6. Install the spare wheel and wheel bolts with the cone shaped end of the bolts toward the wheel.
W ARNING! A loose tire thrown forward in a collision or hard stop could injure the occupants in the vehicle. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired or replaced immedi- ately . 1 1. Check the spare tire pressur e as soon as possible. Correct the tire pressur e as requir ed.
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 .
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 watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact.
CAUTION! Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle. 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the booster battery . 9. Disconnect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with T raction Con- trol or Electronic Stability Control (ESC), turn the system OFF before attempting to “rock” the vehicle.
3. T urn the ignition switch to the ON/RUN position without starting the engine. 4. Press and maintain firm pressur e on the brake pedal. 5. Using a small screwdriver or similar tool, push and hold the override release lever in. 6. Move the shift lever into the NEUTRAL position.
Manual T ransmission • V ehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL. • V ehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
override the system. The ignition key must be in the ON/RUN position to use the override lever . CAUTION! Failure to follow these towing methods can cause severe transmission damage.
Customer Action Customer W ill See 1. T urn ignition OFF . (T urn Signal Switch Must be placed in Neutral State). 2. T urn ignition ON. Left T urn Light is OFF . Right T urn Light BLINKS. 3. T urn Right T urn Signal Switch ON. Right T urn Light is ON SOLID.
MAINT AINING YOUR VEHICLE CONTENTS 䡵 Engine Compartment — 1.4L ............. 3 0 1 䡵 Onboard Diagnostic System – OBD II ....... 3 0 2 䡵 Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs ............................ 3 0 2 䡵 Replacement Parts ..
▫ Manual T ransmission – If Equipped ....... 3 2 5 ▫ Automatic T ransmission – If Equipped ..... 3 2 5 ▫ Appearance Care And Protection From Corrosion .......................... 3 2 6 ▫ Convertible T op Care – If Equipped ....... 3 3 2 䡵 Fuses .
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 .
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.
For states that requir e an Inspection and Mainte- nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II system is ready for testing. Normally , the OBD II system will be ready .
If your OBD II system is not ready , you should see your authorized dealer or repair facility . If your vehicle was recently serviced or had a battery failur e or replacement, you may need to do nothing more than drive your vehicle as you normally would in order for your OBD II system to update.
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 perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent me- chanic.
Engine Oil Checking Oil Level T o assure proper engine lubrication, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct 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.
Engine Oil Selection For best performance and maximum pr otection for all engines under all types of operating conditions, the manufacturer recommends engine oils that are API Cer- tified and meet the r equirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395.
engine oil filler cap location, refer to “Engine Compart- ment” in “Maintaining Y our V ehicle” for further information. Synthetic Engine Oils Y ou may use synthetic engine oils provided the recom- mended oil quality requir ements are met, and the recom- mended maintenance intervals for oil and filter changes are followed.
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.
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 .
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.
Protection Agency and is an ozone-saving pr oduct. How- ever , the manufacturer r ecommends that air conditioning service be performed by authorized dealers or other service facilities using r ecovery and recycling equipment.
from a dry windshield. A void using the wiper blades to remove fr ost or ice from the windshield. Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
3. Grab the bottom of the wiper blade and rotate it forward to unsnap the blade pivot pin from the wiper blade holder . 4. Install the wiper blade pivot pin into the wiper blade holder at the end of the wiper arm, and firmly press the wiper blade until it snaps into place.
Exhaust System The best protection against carbon monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a pr operly maintained engine exhaust system. If you notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system; or if.
CAUTION! • The catalytic converter requires the use of un- leaded fuel only . Leaded gasoline will destroy the effectiveness of the catalyst as an emissions con- trol device and may seriously reduce engine per- formance and cause serious damage to the engine.
T o minimize the possibility of catalytic converter dam- age: • Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition, when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in motion. • Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing the vehicle.
Coolant Checks Check engine coolant (antifreeze) pr otection every 12 months (before the onset of freezing weather , where applicable). If the engine coolant (antifreeze) is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with fresh engine coolant (anti- freeze).
CAUTION! (Continued) • Do not use water alone or alcohol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not use addi- tional rust inhibitors or antirust products, as they may not be compatible with the radiator engine coolant and may plug the radiator .
Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to main- tain the proper level of protection against freezing ac- cording to the temperatures occurring in the area wher e the vehicle is operated. NOTE: Mixing engine coolant (antifreeze) types is not recommended and can result in cooling system damage.
rules for your community . T o prevent ingestion by ani- mals or children do not store ethylene glycol-based engine coolant (antifreeze) in open containers or allow it to r emain in puddles on the ground. If ingested by a child or pet, seek emer gency assistance immediately .
• Check the coolant freeze point in the radiator and in the coolant expansion bottle. If engine coolant (anti- freeze) needs to be added, the contents of the coolant expansion bottle must also be protected against freez- ing.
Brake Master Cylinder The fluid level in the master cylinder should be checked when performing under hood services, or immediately if the “Brake W arning Light” is on.
W ARNING! (Continued) • T o avoid contamination from foreign matter or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in a tightly closed container . Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point.
Manual T ransmission – If Equipped Lubricant Selection Use only the manufacturers recommended transmission fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine Parts” in “Maintaining Y our V ehicle” for further information. Fluid Level Check Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug.
fluid. No chemical flushes should be used in any trans- mission; only the approved lubricant may be used. Special Additives Automatic T ransmission Fluid (A TF) is an engineered product and its performance may be impaired by supple- mental additives. Therefore, do not add any fluid addi- tives to the transmission.
The following maintenance recommendations will enable you to obtain maximum benefit from the corrosion resistance built into your vehicle. What Causes Corrosion? Corrosion is the result of deterioration or r emoval of paint and protective coatings from your vehicle.
CAUTION! • Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials such as steel wool or scouring powder , which will scratch metal and painted surfaces. • Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa) can result in damage or removal of paint and decals.
Wheel And Wheel T rim Care All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome-plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. T o remove heavy soil, use MOP AR 威 Wheel Cleaner or select a nonabrasive, non-acidic cleaner .
Y our leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular cleaning with a damp, soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stubborn soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and MOP AR 威 T otal Clean or equivalent.
quarter window equipped with the radio antenna. Do not use scrapers or other sharp instruments which may scratch the elements. When cleaning the rearview mirror , spray cleaner on the towel or rag that you ar e using. Do not spray cleaner directly on the mirror .
Seat Belt Maintenance Do not bleach, dye or clean the seat belts with chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. This will weaken the fabric. Sun damage can also weaken the fabric. If the seat belts need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water .
W ashing Hand washing is highly recommended. Automatic car washing equipment can damage the top material. If you must use an automatic car wash, soft cloth systems are preferr ed. CAUTION! A void high-pressure car washes, as they can damage the top material.
FUSES Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module (BCM) and is located on the driver’s side under the instrument panel.
Cavity V ehicle Fuse Number Mini Fuse Description 7 F48 20 Amp Y ellow Passenger Power W indow 8 F13 7.5 Amp Brown Left Low Beam, Headlamp Leveling 9 F50 7.
Underhood Fuses The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery . T o access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover . The ID number of the electrical component correspond- ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover .
Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description F08 30 Amp Green Blower Motor F09 10 Amp Red Powertrain F10 10 Amp Red Horn F1 1 15 Amp Blue Powertrain F1 1 10 Amp Red Powertrain (Multi- air – If Equipped) F14 5 Amp T an High beam (Shut- ter) F15 15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter F16 7.
Cavity Maxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description F24 7.5 Amp Brown Stability Control System F30 15 Amp Blue Fog Lamps F82 30 Amp Green Sunroof/ Convertible T op F84 10 Amp Red T ransmission F85 15 Amp Blue Rear.
REPLACEMENT BULBS Interior Lights Bulb T ype Overhead Lamp ........................ C 5 W Courtesy Lamp ........................ W 5 W Exterior Lights Bulb T ype Front Low and High Beam Headlamp ......... HIR2 Front Parking/Daytime Running Lamps .....
Front T urn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running Lamps 1. T urn the steering wheel completely to the left or right. 2. Open the wheel housing access door . 3. Remove the plastic cap from the back of the lamp housing. 4. Rotate bulb/socket counter-clockwise.
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps 1. Remove portion of the wheel liner to allow hand access to side marker lamp. 2. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise, and remove the bulb and socket assembly from the housing. 3. Pull the bulb from the socket and insert the replace- ment bulb.
3. Unsnap backplate and separate from the lamp hous- ing. 4. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning counter-clockwise. 5. Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out. 6. Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp.
FLUID CAP ACITIES U.S. Metric Fuel (Approximate) 10.5 Gallons 40 Liters Engine Oil with Filter 1.4 Liter Engine 4 Quarts 4 Liters Cooling System 1.4 Liter Engine (MOP AR 威 Antifr eeze/Engine Coolant 10 Y ear/152,000 Mile Formula or equivalent) — with Manual T ransmission 4.
FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE P ARTS Engine Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Engine Coolant MOP AR 威 Antifr eeze/Coolant 10 Y ear/152,000 Mile Formula OA T (Or- ganic Additive T echnology) or equivalent meeting the requir ements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-12106.
Chassis Component Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine Part Manual T ransmission – If Equipped MOP AR 威 C635 DDCT/MTX T ransmission Fluid Automatic T ransmission – If Equipped MOP AR 威 A W -1 T ransmission Fluid Brake Master Cylinder MOP AR 威 DOT 3, SAE J1703 should be used.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES CONTENTS 䡵 Maintenance Schedule .................. 3 4 8 ▫ Required Maintenance Intervals .......... 3 4 9 8 M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E S.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Scheduled Maintenance services listed in this manual must be done at the times or mileages specified to pr otect your vehicle warranty and ensure the best vehicle performance and reliability .
At Each Stop For Fuel • Check the engine oil level about five minutes after a fully warmed engine is shut off. Checking the oil level while the vehicle is on level ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level reading. Add oil only when the level is at or below the ADD or MIN mark.
8,000 Miles (13,000 km) or 6 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Included in the Maintenance Program ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil fil- ter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 8,000 miles (13 000 km).
24,000 Miles (39,000 km) or 18 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Included in the Maintenance Program ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil fil- ter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 24,000 miles (39 000 km).
32,000 Miles (52,000 km) or 24 Months Maintenance Service Schedule Included in the Maintenance Program ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 32,000 miles (52 000 km).
40,000 Miles (65,000 km) or 30 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 40,000 miles (65 000 km).
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72,000 Miles (1 17,000 km) or 54 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 72,000 miles (1 17 000 km).
88,000 Miles (143,000 km) or 66 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 88,000 miles (143 000 km).
104,000 Miles (169,000 km) or 78 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 104,000 miles (169 000 km).
120,000 Miles (195,000 km) or 90 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 120,000 miles (195 000 km).
136,000 Miles (221,000 km) or 102 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 136,000 miles (221 000 km).
152,000 Miles (247,000 km) or 1 14 Months Maintenance Service Schedule ❏ Change the engine oil and engine oil filter . ❏ Rotate the tires, rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before 152,000 miles (247 000 km). ❏ Flush and replace engine coolant.
W ARNING! • Y ou can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSIST ANCE CONTENTS 䡵 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Y our V ehicle .............................. 3 6 5 ▫ Prepar e For The Appointment ........... 3 6 5 ▫ Prepar e A List ...................... 3 6 5 ▫ Be Reasonable W ith Requests .
䡵 Department Of T ransportation Uniform T ire Quality Grades ........................ 3 7 0 ▫ T readwear ......................... 3 7 0 ▫ T raction Grades .
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBT AINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare For The Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sur e to have the right papers with you. T ake your warranty folder . All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty .
This is why you should always talk to an authorized dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be re- solved with this process. • If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the authorized dealer- ship.
Service Contract Y ou may have pur chased a service contract for a vehicle to help pr otect you fr om the high cost of unexpected repairs after the manufacturer’s New V ehicle Limited W arranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s service contracts.
W ARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
W est Building, W ashington, D.C. 20590. Y ou can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www .safercar .gov . In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department immedi- ately .
• Owner’s Manuals These Owner’s Manuals have been prepared with the assistance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint you with specific FIA T Group Automobiles vehicles. Included are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance procedur es as well as specifications, capabilities and safety tips.
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road charac- teristics and climate. T raction Grades The T raction grades, from highest to lowest, ar e AA, A, B, and C.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 3 1 9 Adding Fuel ........................... 2 6 2 Adding W asher Fluid ..................... 3 1 4 Additives, Fuel ......................... 2 5 9 Air Cleaner , Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . 308 Air Conditioner Maintenance .
B-Pillar Location ........................ 2 3 8 Battery ............................... 3 0 9 Jump Starting ....................... 2 8 9 Keyless T ransmitter Replacement (RKE) ..... 1 8 Belts, Seat .............................. 6 7 Body Mechanism Lubrication .
Child Seat .............................. 6 0 Clean Air Gasoline ....................... 2 5 7 Cleaning Wheels ............................ 3 2 9 Climate Control ......................... 1 8 6 Clutch ............................... 3 2 3 Clutch Fluid .
Engine Oil ......................... 3 0 8 Door Locks ............................. 2 0 Door Locks, Automatic .................... 2 2 Downshifting .......................... 2 0 7 Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 2 1 6 Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing W ater .
Oil Selection ........................ 3 0 7 Oil Synthetic ........................ 3 0 8 Overheating ........................ 2 6 7 Starting ........................... 2 0 3 T emperature Gauge ................... 1 3 8 Enhanced Accident Response Feature .
Light ............................. 1 3 0 Octane Rating ....................... 2 5 7 Requirements ....................... 2 5 7 T ank Capacity ....................... 3 4 3 Fuel System Caution ..................... 2 6 2 Gas Cap (Fuel Filler Cap) ...
Infant Restraint .......................... 5 5 Information Center , V ehicle ................. 1 4 0 Instrument Cluster ....................... 1 2 9 Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 1 2 7 Instrument Panel Cover ................... 3 3 1 Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning .
High Beam Indicator .................. 1 3 0 Low Fuel .......................... 1 3 0 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ...... 1 3 4 Oil Pressure ........................ 1 3 4 Park .............................. 9 7 Seat Belt Reminder ...........
New V ehicle Break-In Period ................ 6 5 Occupant Restraints ..................... 44,50 Occupant Restraints (Sedan) ........... 25,42,44,48 Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) .............. 2 5 7 Odometer ............................. 1 3 9 T r i p .
Preparation for Jacking .................... 2 8 3 Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... 3 6 Radial Ply T ires ......................... 2 4 5 Radio (Sound Systems) .................... 1 5 7 Radio Operation ...................... 157,185 Radio Reception .
Seat Belts (Sedan) ........................ 2 5 Seats ................................. 8 7 Adjustment ......................... 8 7 Heated ............................. 9 1 Selection of Oil ......................... 3 0 7 Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ...
Storing Y our V ehicle ...................... 3 3 8 Stuck, Freeing .......................... 2 9 3 Sun Roof .............................. 1 1 4 Supplemental Restraint System - Airbag ........ 3 8 Synthetic Engine Oil ...................... 3 0 8 T achometer .
T o Open Hood .......................... 9 4 T owing ............................... 2 6 3 Disabled V ehicle ..................... 2 9 5 Recreational ........................ 2 6 4 T railer T owing .......................... 2 6 3 T ransaxle Automatic .
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Fiat 500 (2012) c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Fiat 500 (2012) - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Fiat 500 (2012), vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Fiat 500 (2012) va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Fiat 500 (2012), mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Fiat 500 (2012).
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Fiat 500 (2012). Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Fiat 500 (2012) ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
