Get In Case Of Emergency Guide for Fiat 500 L 4 Door First Generation (2012-2022)

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

CONTENTS

Ⅵ HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . .204

Ⅵ BULB REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204

▫ Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204

▫ Replacing Exterior Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206

Ⅵ FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209

▫ General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209

▫ Underhood Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210

▫ Interior Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212

▫ Rear Interior Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215

▫ Jacking Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219

Ⅵ TIRE SERVICE KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223

Ⅵ JUMP STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226

▫ Preparations For Jump Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226

▫ Jump Starting Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227

Ⅵ IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . .229

Ⅵ IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE . . . . . . . .230

Ⅵ GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231

Ⅵ FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232

Ⅵ TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . .233

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Ⅵ JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING —

IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216

Ⅵ ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM

▫ Jack Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217

▫ Spare Tire Removal/Stowage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217

▫ Preparations For Jacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218

(EARS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234

Ⅵ EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . .235

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

This is an emergency warning system and it should not be

used when the vehicle is in motion. Use it when your

vehicle is disabled and it is creating a safety hazard for

other motorists.

The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the

instrument panel, below the radio.

Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning

flasher. When the switch is activated, all direc-

tional turn signals will flash on and off to warn

oncoming traffic of an emergency. Push the

switch a second time to turn off the Hazard Warning

flashers.

When you must leave the vehicle to seek assistance, the

Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate even

though the ignition is placed in the OFF position.

NOTE: With extended use, the Hazard Warning flashers

may wear down your battery.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Replacement Bulbs

Interior Bulbs

Bulb Number

C5W

Overhead Lamp

Sun Visors

C5W

Courtesy Lamp

Glove Compartment

Rear Courtesy Lamp

W5W

C5W

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Exterior Bulbs

Bulb Number

Front Low and High Beam Headlamp

Front Turn Signal Lamps

Front Parking

HIR2LL

WY21W

LED (See Authorized Dealer)

Daytime Running Lamps

Front Side Marker Lamps

Rear Tail/Stop Lamps

Rear Tail Lamp

W21W

LED (See Authorized Dealer)

P21/5W

LED (See Authorized Dealer)

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Rear Turn Signal Lamps

Rear Backup Lamps

P21W

W16W

Rear Side Marker Lamps

Center High Mounted Stop Lamp

Front Fog Lamps

LED (See Authorized Dealer)

H11

W16W

W5W

Rear Fog Lamps - If Equipped

License Plate Lamps

NOTE: Numbers refer to commercial bulb types that can be purchased from an authorized dealer.

If a bulb needs to be replaced, visit an authorized dealer or refer to the applicable Service Manual.

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Replacing Exterior Bulbs

2. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise.

Headlamps Low Beam And High Beam

1. Remove the plastic sealing cap from the back of the

headlamp housing by turning it counterclockwise.

Bulb Removal Procedure

3. Remove the bulb when all the tabs are aligned with the

openings in the metal holder.

Headlamp Sealing Cap Removal

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4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb.

5. Install the new bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in

place.

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Electrical Connector Removal

New Bulb Installation

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6. Reinstall the plastic cap.

5. Install the bulb into socket, and rotate bulb/socket

clockwise into lamp locking it in place.

6. Reinstall the plastic cap and close the cover on the wheel

liner.

Front Fog Lamps

To replace the front fog lights, see an authorized dealer.

Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps

The front/rear side marker lamps are LED and not ser-

viced separately. See an authorized dealer for replacement

of these lights.

Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps

1. Open the liftgate.

Headlamp Sealing Cap Installation

Front Turn Signal And Daytime Running Lamps

2. Remove the tail lamp access panel.

1. Turn front wheels inboard to access upper cover in

wheel liner.

3. Remove the two screws that secure the tail lamp to the

body of the vehicle.

2. Open the upper cover on the front of the wheel liner.

4. Remove the tail lamp assembly.

3. Remove the cap from the back of the lower headlamp

housing.

5. Remove the two screws that secure the backplate to the

tail lamp housing.

4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove.

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6. Separate the backplate from the tail lamp housing.

WARNING! (Continued)

7. Remove the tail, stop, or turn signal bulbs by pushing

them slightly and turning counterclockwise.

• Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition is

off and that all the other services are switched off

and/or disengaged.

• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-

rized dealer.

• If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air

bag system, braking system), power unit systems

(engine system, transmission system) or steering

system blows, contact an authorized dealer.

8. Remove the backup lamp bulb by pulling straight out.

9. Replace lamps as required and reinstall lamp.

Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)

This light is an LED assembly. See an authorized dealer for

replacement.

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FUSES

General Information

The fuses protect electrical systems against excessive cur-

rent.

WARNING!

• When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro-

priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as

the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another

fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown

fuse with metal wires or any other material. Do not

place a fuse inside a circuit breaker cavity or vice

versa. Failure to use proper fuses may result in

serious personal injury, fire and/or property damage.

When a device does not work, you must check the fuse

element inside the blade fuse for a break/melt.

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Also, please be aware that when using power outlets for

extended periods of time with the engine off may result in

vehicle battery discharge.

Underhood Fuses

The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of

the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the

fuses, push the release tabs and remove the cover.

Blade Fuses

1 — Fuse Element

Front Distribution Unit

2 — Blade Fuse with a good/functional fuse element.

3 — Blade fuse with a NOT functional / BAD fuse element (blown

fuse).

The ID number of the electrical component corresponding

to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.

Cavity

F01

Maxi Fuse

70 Amp Tan

60 Amp Blue

Mini Fuse

Description

Body Controller

Body Controller Rear Distribution Unit

–

F02

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Cavity

F03

F04

F05

F06

F07

F08

F09

F10

F11

F15

F16

F17

F18

F19

F20

F21

F22

F23

F30

F81

Maxi Fuse

Mini Fuse

–

Description

20 Amp Yellow

Ignition Switch

40 Amp Orange

–

Anti-Lock Brake Pump

Electric Power Steering

Radiator Fan - Low Speed

Radiator Fan - High Speed

Blower Motor

70 Amp Tan

–

30 Amp Green

–

50 Amp Red

–

40 Amp Orange

–

7.5 Amp Brown

15 Amp Blue

10 Amp Red

7.5 Amp Brown

10 Amp Red

5 Amp Tan

7.5 Amp Brown

30 Amp Green

15 Amp Blue

20 Amp Yellow

5 Amp Tan

–

Transmission (Aisin)

Horn

–

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–

Powertrain

–

Transmission (Aisin)

Transmission Powertrain

Powertrain

–

Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)

Air Conditioning

Rear Defroster

–

Fuel Pump

–

Powertrain

–

Anti-Lock Brake Valves

After Run Pump

–

70 Amp Tan

PTC (Secondary)

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Cavity

F83

Maxi Fuse

Mini Fuse

–

Description

40 Amp Orange

PTC (Primary)

F85

–

15 Amp Blue

7.5 Amp Brown

Front Power Outlet 12V

USB Charger Sockets

Heated Mirrors

F86

F88

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.

Interior Fuse Panel

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Fuse Panel Cavity Locations

Mini Fuse

Vehicle Fuse

Number

Cavity

Description

1

2

F12

F32

7.5 Amp Brown

Right Low Beam

Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk and Door Courtesy

Lights

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Vehicle Fuse

Number

Cavity

Mini Fuse

Description

3

4

5

F53

F38

F36

7.5 Amp Brown

20 Amp Yellow

15 Amp Blue

Instrument Panel Node

Central Door Locking

Diagnostic Socket, Vehicle Radio, Climate Control Sys-

tem, TPMS, Sunroof

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F90

F91

F92

F93

F42

F33

F34

F43

F48

F13

F50

7.5 Amp Brown

5 Amp Tan

Left High Beam

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Right High Beam

8

Left Fog Light

9

Right Fog Light

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

BSM, ESP

20 Amp Yellow

7.5 Amp Brown

Rear Left Passenger Window

Rear Right Passenger Window

Bi-Directional Washer

Passenger Power Window

Left Low Beam, Headlamp Leveling

Airbag

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Vehicle Fuse

Number

Cavity

Mini Fuse

Description

17

F51

5 Amp Tan

Vehicle Radio Switch, Climate Control System, Stop Light,

Reverse Gear, Sunroof, Parking Sensor, Rear Camera

18

19

20

21

F37

F49

F31

F47

7.5 Amp Brown

5 Amp Tan

Stop Light Switch, Instrument Panel Node

Exterior Mirror, GPS, Electric Mirror, Parking Sensor

Climate Control, Seat Regulation

5 Amp Tan

20 Amp Yellow

Driver Power Window

Rear Interior Fuses

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The rear interior fuse panel is located on the driver’s side in

the rear compartment.

Rear Fuse Panel

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Vehicle Fuse Num-

Cavity

Mini Fuse

Description

Lumbar Regulation Seats

ber

F61

F62

F64

F65

F66

1

2

3

4

5

15 Amp Blue

Heated Seats

Hi Fi System

Sun Blind

20 Amp Yellow

Sunroof

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED

WARNING! (Continued)

• Never start or run the engine while the vehicle is on

a jack.

WARNING!

• 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.

• Being under a jacked-up vehicle is dangerous. The

vehicle could slip off the jack and fall on you. You

could be crushed. Never put any part of your body

under a vehicle that is on a jack. If you need to get

under a raised vehicle, take it to a service center

where it can be raised on a lift.

• 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. Avoid ice or

slippery areas.

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Jack Location

Spare Tire Removal/Stowage

The spare tire jack is located in the rear cargo area

underneath the cargo floor.

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Spare Tire Location

The spare tire is stowed in underneath the rear cargo area

on the outside of the vehicle.

Jack Location

1 — Emergency Fuel Fill Funnel

2 — Jack

1. Remove the cargo floor to access the winch.

3 — Jack Handle

2. Remove the jack handle and use the wrench end to

lower the spare tire.

4 — Emergency Allen Key

5 — Emergency Spare Tire Bag

6 — Emergency Screwdriver

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3. When the spare is clear, replace the jack tools.

CAUTION!

The winch mechanism is designed for use with the

jack wrench extension tool only. Use of air wrench or

power tool may damage the winch.

Preparations For Jacking

1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface. Avoid ice or

slippery areas.

WARNING!

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 being hit when operating the jack or

changing the wheel.

Winch Location

Spare Tire Stowage

Rotate the jack wrench tool on the winch drive nut

clockwise (the flat tire must not be connected to the winch)

until effort becomes heavy and an audible click is heard

indicating the winch is properly stowed.

2. Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.

3. Apply the parking brake.

4. Place the gear selector into PARK.

5. Place the ignition in OFF mode.

Cover the flat tire with the Emergency Spare Tire Bag and

stow the flat tire into the trunk.

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6. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally

opposite the jacking position. For example, if the right front

wheel is being changed, block the left rear wheel.

WARNING! (Continued)

• Apply the parking brake firmly and set the transmis-

sion in PARK.

• Never start or run the engine with the vehicle on a

jack.

NOTE: Passengers should not remain in the

vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked.

• Do not let anyone sit in the vehicle when it is on a

jack.

• Do not get under the vehicle when it is on a jack. If

you need to get under a raised vehicle, take it to a

service center where it can be raised on a lift.

• Only use the jack in the positions indicated and for

lifting this vehicle during a tire change.

• If working on or near a roadway, be extremely

careful of motor traffic.

• To assure that spare tires, flat or inflated, are securely

stowed, spares must be stowed with the valve stem

facing the ground.

Jacking Instructions

WARNING!

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Carefully follow these tire changing warnings to help

prevent personal injury or damage to your vehicle:

•

Always park on a firm, level surface as far from the edge

of the roadway as possible before raising the vehicle.

• Turn on the Hazard Warning flasher.

•

Block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel to be raised.

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2. If equipped with aluminum wheels where the center cap

covers the wheel bolts, use the wheel bolt wrench to pry

the center cap off carefully before raising the vehicle.

3. Before raising the vehicle, use the wheel bolt wrench to

loosen, but not remove, the wheel bolts on the wheel

with the flat tire. Turn the wheel bolts counterclockwise

one turn while the wheel is still on the ground.

Jack Warning Label

CAUTION!

Do not attempt to raise the vehicle by jacking on

locations other than those indicated in the Jacking

Instructions for this vehicle.

Front Jacking Location

1. Remove the spare tire, jack and wheel bolt wrench.

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WARNING!

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.

6. Remove the wheel bolts and tire.

7. Mount the spare tire.

CAUTION!

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Be sure to mount the spare tire with the valve stem

facing outward. The vehicle could be damaged if the

spare tire is mounted incorrectly.

Rear Jacking Location

NOTE: There are front and rear jacking locations on each

side of the body (as indicated by the triangular lift point

symbols on the sill molding).

NOTE:

4. Place the jack underneath the lift area that is closest to

the flat tire. Turn the jack screw clockwise to firmly

engage the jack saddle with the lift area of the sill flange,

centering the jack saddle between the locating notches

on the sill flange.

• For vehicles so equipped, do not attempt to install a

center cap or wheel cover on the compact spare.

• Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-Use

Spare” under “Tires — General Information” in “Ser-

vicing And Maintenance” for additional warnings,

cautions, and information about the spare tire, its use,

and operation.

5. Raise the vehicle just enough to remove the flat tire and

install the spare tire.

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8. Install the wheel bolts with the threaded end of the

wheel bolt toward the wheel. Lightly tighten the wheel

bolts.

10. Finish tightening the wheel bolts. Push down on the

wrench while at the end of the handle for increased

leverage. Tighten the wheel bolts in a star pattern until

each wheel bolt has been tightened twice. Refer to

“Wheel And Tire Torque Specifications” in “Technical

Specifications” for proper lug nut torque. If in doubt

about the correct tightness, have them checked with a

torque wrench by an authorized dealer or at a service

station.

WARNING!

• To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle off the jack,

do not tighten the wheel bolts fully until the vehicle

has been lowered. Failure to follow this warning may

result in personal injury.

11. Stow the jack, tools and flat tire.

• To avoid possible personal injury, handle the wheel

covers with care to avoid contact with any sharp

edges.

WARNING!

A loose tire or jack thrown forward in a collision or

hard stop could endanger the occupants of the vehicle.

Always stow the jack parts and the spare tire in the

places provided. Have the deflated (flat) tire repaired

or replaced immediately.

9. Lower the vehicle to the ground by turning the jack

handle counterclockwise.

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TIRE SERVICE KIT

Tire punctures of up to 1/4 of an inch (6mm) can be

repaired; the kit can be used in all weather conditions. Do

not remove the foreign object from the punctured tire, i.e.,

screw or nail.

If a tire is punctured, you can make a first emergency repair

using the Tire Service Kit located in the rear storage area

under the cargo floor.

Remove the Tire Service Kit from the vehicle, take it out

from the bag and place it near the punctured tire. Screw the

clear flexible filling tube to the tire valve.

WARNING!

•

Do not attempt to seal a tire on the side of the vehicle

closest to traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid

the danger of being hit when using the Tire Service Kit.

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• Do not use Tire Service Kit or drive the vehicle under

the following circumstances:

– If the puncture in the tire tread is approximately

1/4 inch (6 mm) or larger.

– If the tire has any sidewall damage.

– If the tire has any damage from driving with

extremely low tire pressure.

Tire Service Kit Components

1 — Power Plug (located on bottom side of Tire Service Kit)

2 — Sealant Hose (Clear)

3 — Power Button

–

If the tire has any damage from driving on a flat tire.

4 — Pressure Gauge

– If the wheel has any damage.

– If you are unsure of the condition of the tire or the

wheel.

5 — Sealant Bottle

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Insert the power plug into the vehicle power outlet socket.

Start the vehicle engine.

WARNING! (Continued)

• Keep Tire Service Kit away from open flames or heat

source.

Push the Tire Service Kit power button to the “I” position.

The electric compressor will be turned on, sealant and air

will inflate the tire.

• A loose Tire Service Kit thrown forward in a collision

or hard stop could endanger the occupants of the

vehicle. Always stow the Tire Service Kit in the place

provided. Failure to follow these warnings can result

in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your

passengers, and others around you.

• Take care not to allow the contents of Tire Service Kit

to come in contact with hair, eyes, or clothing. Tire

Service Kit sealant is harmful if inhaled, swallowed,

or absorbed through the skin. It causes skin, eye, and

respiratory irritation. Flush immediately with plenty

of water if there is any contact with eyes or skin.

Change clothing as soon as possible, if there is any

contact with clothing.

• Tire Service Kit Sealant solution contains latex. In

case of an allergic reaction or rash, consult a physi-

cian immediately. Keep Tire Service Kit out of reach

of children. If swallowed, rinse mouth immediately

with plenty of water and drink plenty of water. Do

not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immedi-

ately.

Minimum 26 psi (1.8 bar) of pressure should be reached

within 20 minutes. If the pressure has not been reached,

turn off and remove the Tire Service Kit, drive the vehicle

30 feet (10 meters) back and forth, to better distribute the

sealant inside the tire.

Attach the clear flexible sealant hose of the compressor

directly to the tire valve and repeat the inflation process.

When the correct pressure has been reached, start driving

the vehicle to uniformly distribute the sealant inside the

tire. After 10 minutes, stop and check the tire pressure. If

the pressure is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not drive the

vehicle, as the tire is too damaged, contact the nearest

authorized dealer.

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WARNING!

Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire repair. Have

the tire inspected and repaired or replaced after using

Tire Service Kit. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) until

the tire is repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this

warning can result in injuries that are serious or fatal

to you, your passengers, and others around you. Have

the tire checked as soon as possible at an authorized

dealer.

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If the pressure is at 19 psi (1.3 bar) or above, repeat the

inflation process to reach the correct tire pressure and

continue driving.

Tire Service Kit Expiration Date Location

WARNING!

Peel off the warning label from the bottle and place it on

the dashboard as a reminder to the driver that the tire has

been treated with the Tire Service Kit.

Store the sealant canister in its special compartment,

away from sources of heat. Failure to follow this

WARNING may result in sealant canister rupture and

serious injury or death.

WARNING!

The metal end fitting from Power Plug may get hot

after use, so it should be handled carefully.

NOTE: Replace the sealant canister prior to the expiration

date at an authorized dealer.

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JUMP STARTING

Preparations For Jump Start

If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump

started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another

vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump

starting can be dangerous if done improperly, so please

follow the procedures in this section carefully.

The battery in your vehicle is located on the driver’s side of

the engine compartment.

NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, follow

the manufacturer’s operating instructions and precautions.

WARNING!

Do not attempt jump starting if the battery is frozen. It

could rupture or explode and cause personal injury.

CAUTION!

Positive Battery Post

Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other

booster source with a system voltage greater than

12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor, alter-

nator or electrical system may occur.

WARNING!

• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever

the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition

switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan

blades.

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WARNING! (Continued)

WARNING!

• Remove any metal jewelry such as rings, watch

bands and bracelets that could make an inadvertent

electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.

• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your

skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is

flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or

sparks away from the battery.

Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could

establish a ground connection and personal injury

could result.

Jump Starting Procedure

WARNING!

1. Apply the parking brake, place the transmission in

PARK and turn the ignition OFF.

Failure to follow this jump starting procedure could

result in personal injury or property damage due to

battery explosion.

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2. Turn off the heater, radio and all unnecessary electrical

accessories.

CAUTION!

3. Remove the protective cover over the remote positive

(+) battery post. To remove the cover, pull upward on

the cover.

Failure to follow these procedures could result in

damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle

or the discharged vehicle.

4. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park

the vehicle within the jumper cables reach, set the

parking brake and make sure the ignition is OFF.

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Connecting The Jumper Cables

5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster

battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start

the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery.

1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the

positive (+) post of the discharged vehicle.

6. Once the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in

the reverse sequence.

2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper

cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.

Disconnecting The Jumper Cables

3. Connect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable to the

negative (-) post of the booster battery.

1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from

the engine ground of the vehicle with the discharged

battery.

4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper

cable to a good engine ground (exposed metal part of

the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery

and the fuel injection system.

2. Disconnect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper

cable from the negative (-) post of the booster battery.

3. Disconnect the positive (+) jumper cable from the posi-

tive (+) post of the booster battery.

WARNING!

Do not connect the jumper cable to the negative (-) post

of the discharged battery. The resulting electrical spark

could cause the battery to explode and could result in

personal injury. Only use the specific ground point, do

not use any other exposed metal parts.

4. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper

cable from the positive (+) post of the discharged

vehicle.

If frequent jump starting is required to start your vehicle,

you should have the battery and charging system in-

spected at an authorized dealer.

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• You can also turn the temperature control to maximum

heat, the mode control to floor and the blower control to

high. This allows the heater core to act as a supplement

to the radiator and aids in removing heat from the

engine cooling system.

CAUTION!

Accessories plugged into the vehicle power outlets

draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not

in use (i.e., cellular devices, etc.). Eventually, if plugged

in long enough without engine operation, the vehicle’s

battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery

life and/or prevent the engine from starting.

WARNING!

You or others can be badly burned by hot engine

coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If you

see or hear steam coming from under the hood, do not

open the hood until the radiator has had time to cool.

Never try to open a cooling system pressure cap when

the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.

IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS

In any of the following situations, you can reduce the

potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action.

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• On the highways — slow down.

• In city traffic — while stopped, place the transmission in

CAUTION!

NEUTRAL, but do not increase engine idle speed.

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. Turn off

the air conditioning and wait until the pointer drops back

into the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H

(red) mark for more than a minute, turn the engine off

immediately and call for service.

NOTE: There are steps that you can take to slow down an

impending overheat condition:

• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off. The A/C

system adds heat to the engine cooling system and

turning the A/C off can help remove this heat.

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IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE

This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock

which requires the transmission to be in PARK before the

ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/OFF (key

removal) position. To remove the key manually, proceed as

follows:

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.

2. Remove the Allen Key located in the rear cargo area, in

the tool bag (if equipped) or on the left side in the cargo

box.

3. Unlock the steering column, pull the tilt/telescoping

control handle down.

Lower Steering Column Screw Locations

6. Pull the release tab downwards using one hand and

with the other one remove the key, sliding it outwards.

4. Pull the steering wheel outward until it is in the end of

the travel position, then lock the steering column in

position, push the control handle up until fully engaged.

5. Using the Allen key, undo the lower steering column

cover screws, and remove the lower cover.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 231

GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE

If a malfunction occurs and the gear selector cannot be

moved out of the PARK position, you can use the following

procedure to temporarily move the gear selector:

1. Turn the engine OFF.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake.

3. By pulling the gear selector boot, carefully separate the

gear selector bezel and boot assembly from the center

console, and raise it up to access the gear selector

mechanism.

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Release Tab Location

4. Press and maintain firm pressure on the brake pedal.

7. Once the key is removed, reinstall the steering column

cover.

5. Insert the equipped screwdriver or similar tool into the

gear selector override access hole (at the right front

corner of the gear selector assembly) and push and hold

the override release lever down.

CAUTION!

It is advisable to contact an authorized dealer to have

the reinstall procedure carried out. If you would like to

proceed in performing the reinstall procedure special

attention must be paid to the correct coupling of the

clips. Otherwise damage to the cover or noise might be

heard due to incorrect fastening of the lower cover.

NOTE: When inserting the screwdriver, keep it as vertical

as possible during the override operation.

6. Move the gear selector to the NEUTRAL position.

232 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.

Then, shift back and forth between DRIVE and REVERSE,

while gently pressing the accelerator. Use the least amount

of accelerator pedal pressure that will maintain the rocking

motion, without spinning the wheels, or racing the engine.

8. Reinstall the gear selector boot.

NOTE: Push the ЉESC OffЉ switch, to place the Electronic

Stability Control (ESC) system in ЉPartial OffЉ mode, before

rocking the vehicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control

System” in “Safety” for further information. Once the

vehicle has been freed, push the ЉESC OffЉ switch again to

restore ЉESC OnЉ mode.

WARNING!

Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces generated

by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or even

failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could explode and

injure someone. Do not spin your vehicle’s wheels

faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for longer than 30

seconds continuously without stopping when you are

stuck and do not let anyone near a spinning wheel, no

matter what the speed.

Gear Selector Override

1 — Raised Gear Selector Boot

2 — Gear Selector Override Access Hole

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE

If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can

often be moved using a rocking motion. Turn the steering

wheel right and left to clear the area around the front

wheels. Push and hold the lock button on the gear selector.

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CAUTION!

CAUTION! (Continued)

• Revving the engine or spinning the wheels too fast

may lead to transmission overheating and failure. It

can also damage the tires. Do not spin the wheels

above 30 mph (48 km/h) while in gear (no transmis-

sion shifting occurring).

• Racing the engine or spinning the wheels may lead

to transmission overheating and failure. Allow the

engine to idle with the transmission in NEUTRAL

for at least one minute after every five rocking-

motion cycles. This will minimize overheating and

reduce the risk of transmission failure during pro-

longed efforts to free a stuck vehicle.

TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

•

When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting between

DRIVE and REVERSE, do not spin the wheels faster

than 15 mph (24 km/h), or drivetrain damage may result.

NOTE: This section describes procedures for towing a

disabled vehicle using a commercial towing service.

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(Continued)

Towing Condition

Flat Tow

Wheels OFF The Ground

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

NOT ALLOWED

OK

NONE

Front

Rear

Dolly Tow

NOT ALLOWED

BEST METHOD

Flatbed

ALL

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to prevent

damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and other equip-

ment designed for this purpose, following equipment manu-

facturer’s instructions. Use of safety chains is mandatory.

Attach a tow bar or other towing device to main structural

members of the vehicle, not to bumpers or associated brackets.

State and local laws regarding vehicles under tow must be

observed.

234 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

CAUTION!

• Do not use sling type equipment when towing.

Vehicle damage may occur.

• When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck, do not

attach to front or rear suspension components. Dam-

age to your vehicle may result from improper towing.

• DO NOT flat tow any vehicle equipped with an

automatic transmission. Damage to the drivetrain

will result. If these vehicles require towing, make

sure all drive wheels are OFF the ground.

• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above require-

ments can cause severe transmission damage. Dam-

age from improper towing is not covered under the

New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defroster, etc.)

while being towed, the key must be in the ON/RUN

position.

ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM

(EARS)

• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.

• Vehicle can be towed on a flatbed truck (all wheels off

This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced Accident

Response System.

the ground).

If the ignition key is unavailable, or the vehicle’s battery is

discharged, refer to “Gear Selector Override” in this section

for instructions on shifting the transmission out of PARK in

order to move the vehicle.

Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”

for further information on the Enhanced Accident Re-

sponse System (EARS) function.

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EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)

This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder

(EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record data that

will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems per-

formed under certain crash or near crash-like situations,

such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle.

Please refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems” in “Safety”

for further information on the Event Data Recorder (EDR).

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In Case Of Emergency for Your Fiat 500 L 4 Door First Generation (2012-2022)

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