Fiat 500 (2019 year). Instruction — part 12

PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA

Your vehicle is equipped with the ParkView Rear Back Up
Camera that allows you to see an on-screen image of the
rear surroundings of your vehicle whenever the gear
selector is put into REVERSE. The image will be displayed
in the touchscreen display along with a caution note to
“check entire surroundings” across the top of the screen.
After five seconds, this note will disappear. The ParkView
camera is located on the rear of the vehicle above the rear
license plate.

When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE, the rear
camera mode is exited and the last selected touchscreen
appears again.

If your vehicle is equipped with the Camera Delay feature
and it is turned on, the rear camera image will be displayed
for up to ten seconds after the vehicle is shifted out of
REVERSE unless one of the following conditions occurs:
• The vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph (13 km/h).
• The gear selector is moved to PARK.
• The soft button “Image defeat [X]” to disable the image

is pressed.

When enabled, active guidelines are overlaid on the image
to illustrate the width of the vehicle and its projected
backup path based on the steering wheel position. A
dashed center line overlay indicates the center of the
vehicle to assist with parking.

Different colored zones indicate the distance to the rear of
the vehicle.

The following table shows the approximate distances for
each zone:

Zone

Distance To The Rear Of The Vehicle

Red

0 - 1 ft (0 - 30 cm)

Yellow

1 ft - 3 ft (30 cm - 1 m)

Green

3 ft or greater (1 m or greater)

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WARNING!

Drivers must be careful when backing up even when
using the ParkView Rear Back Up Camera. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, obstruc-
tions, or blind spots before backing up. You are re-
sponsible for the safety of your surroundings and must
continue to pay attention while backing up. Failure to
do so can result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

• To avoid vehicle damage, ParkView should only be

used as a parking aid. The ParkView camera is
unable to view every obstacle or object in your drive
path.

• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must be driven

slowly when using ParkView to be able to stop in
time when an obstacle is seen. It is recommended
that the driver look frequently over his/her shoulder
when using ParkView.

NOTE:

If snow, ice, mud, or any foreign substance builds

up on the camera lens, clean the lens, rinse with water, and
dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover the lens.

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.

Fuel Filler Cap

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WARNING!

• 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. You
could be burned. Always place gas containers on the
ground while filling.

CAUTION!

• Damage to the fuel system or emission control sys-

tem could result from using an improper fuel filler
cap. A poorly fitting cap could let impurities into the
fuel system. Also, a poorly fitting aftermarket cap
can cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” to
illuminate, due to fuel vapors escaping from the
system.

• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top

off” the fuel tank after filling.

NOTE:
• When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel tank

is full.

• Tighten the gas cap about 1/4 turn until you hear one

click. This is an indication that the cap is properly
tightened.

• If the gas cap is not tightened properly, the MIL will

come on. Be sure the gas cap is tightened every time the
vehicle is refueled.

Loose Fuel Filler Cap Message

After fuel has been added, the vehicle diagnostic system
can determine if the fuel filler cap is possibly loose,
improperly installed, or damaged. If the system detects a
malfunction, the “gASCAP” message will display in the
odometer display. Tighten the gas cap until a

⬙clicking⬙

sound is heard. This is an indication that the gas cap is
properly tightened. Push the odometer reset button to turn
the message off. If the problem persists, the message will
appear the next time the vehicle is started. This might
indicate a damaged cap. If the problem is detected twice in
a row, the system will turn on the MIL. Resolving the
problem will turn the MIL off.

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VEHICLE LOADING

Certification Label

As required by National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration regulations, your vehicle has a certification label
affixed to the driver’s side door or pillar.

This label contains the month and year of manufacture,
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR) front and rear, and Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN). A Month-Day-Hour (MDH) number is
included on this label and indicates the Month, Day and
Hour of manufacture. The bar code that appears on the
bottom of the label is your VIN.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your vehicle
including driver, passengers, vehicle, options and cargo.
The label also specifies maximum capacities of front and
rear axle systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so
GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not exceeded.

Payload

The payload of a vehicle is defined as the allowable load
weight a truck can carry, including the weight of the driver,
all passengers, options and cargo.

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on the front
and rear axles. The load must be distributed in the cargo
area so that the GAWR of each axle is not exceeded.

Each axle GAWR is determined by the components in the
system with the lowest load carrying capacity (axle,
springs, tires or wheels). Heavier axles or suspension
components sometimes specified by purchasers for in-
creased durability does not necessarily increase the vehi-
cle’s GVWR.

Tire Size

The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label represents
the actual tire size on your vehicle. Replacement tires must
be equal to the load capacity of this tire size.

Rim Size

This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire size
listed.

Inflation Pressure

This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle for
all loading conditions up to full GAWR.

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Curb Weight

The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total weight
of the vehicle with all fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no occupants or cargo loaded
into the vehicle. The front and rear curb weight values are
determined by weighing your vehicle on a commercial
scale before any occupants or cargo are added.

Loading

The actual total weight and the weight of the front and rear
of your vehicle at the ground can best be determined by
weighing it when it is loaded and ready for operation.

The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a commercial
scale to insure that the GVWR has not been exceeded. The
weight on the front and rear of the vehicle should then be
determined separately to be sure that the load is properly
distributed over the front and rear axle. Weighing the
vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the front or rear
axles has been exceeded but the total load is within the

specified GVWR. If so, weight must be shifted from front to
rear or rear to front as appropriate until the specified
weight limitations are met. Store the heavier items down
low and be sure that the weight is distributed equally. Stow
all loose items securely before driving.

Improper weight distributions can have an adverse effect
on the way your vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.

CAUTION!

Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR
or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If you do, parts
on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way
your vehicle handles. This could cause you to lose
control. Also overloading can shorten the life of your
vehicle.

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TRAILER TOWING

Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle

Towing Condition

Wheels OFF the Ground

Instruction Transmission

Automatic Transmission

Flat Tow

NONE

Transmission in NEUTRAL

65 mph (105 km/h)

max speed

NOT ALLOWED

Dolly Tow

Front

OK

OK

Rear

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

On Trailer

ALL

OK

OK

NOTE:

When towing your vehicle, always follow appli-

cable state and provincial laws. Contact state and provin-
cial Highway Safety offices for additional details.

This vehicle may be towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer
provided all four wheels are OFF the ground.

This vehicle may also be towed using a tow dolly (with the
front wheels OFF the ground).

Vehicles equipped with instruction transmissions may be flat
towed (with all four wheels on the ground) speeds up to

65 mph (105 km/h), for any distance, if the instruction
transmission is in NEUTRAL.

CAUTION!

• 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.

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CAUTION! (Continued)

• 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.

DRIVING TIPS

Driving On Slippery Surfaces

Information in this section will aid in safe controlled
launches in adverse conditions.

Acceleration

Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other slippery
surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull erratically to
the right or left. This phenomenon occurs when there is a
difference in the surface traction under the front (driving)
wheels.

WARNING!

Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is dangerous.
Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of the front

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wheels. You could lose control of the vehicle and
possibly have a collision. Accelerate slowly and care-
fully whenever there is likely to be poor traction (ice,
snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.).

Traction

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 hydroplaning and may cause partial or
complete loss of vehicle control and stopping ability. To
reduce this possibility, the following precautions should be
observed:
• Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are

slushy.

• Slow down if the road has standing water or puddles.
• Replace the tires when tread wear indicators first be-

come visible.

• Keep tires properly inflated.
• Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle and

the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in a
sudden stop.

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Driving Through Water

Driving through water more than a few inches/centimeters
deep will require extra caution to ensure safety and pre-
vent damage to your vehicle.

Flowing/Rising Water

WARNING!

Do not drive on or across a road or path where water is
flowing and/or rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing
water can wear away the road or path’s surface and
cause your vehicle to sink into deeper water. Further-
more, flowing and/or rising water can carry your ve-
hicle away swiftly. Failure to follow this warning may
result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your
passengers, and others around you.

Shallow Standing Water

Although your vehicle is capable of driving through shal-
low standing water, consider the following Cautions and
Warnings before doing so.

WARNING!

• Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s

traction capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h)
when driving through standing water.

• Driving through standing water limits your vehicle’s

braking capabilities, which increases stopping dis-
tances. Therefore, after driving through standing
water, drive slowly and lightly press on the brake
pedal several times to dry the brakes.

• Failure to follow these warnings may result in inju-

ries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers,
and others around you.

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CAUTION!

• Always check the depth of the standing water before

driving through it. Never drive through standing
water that is deeper than the bottom of the tire rims
mounted on the vehicle.

• Determine the condition of the road or the path that

is under water and if there are any obstacles in the
way before driving through the standing water.

• Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving through

standing water. This will minimize wave effects.

• Driving through standing water may cause damage

to your vehicle’s drivetrain components. Always in-
spect your vehicle’s fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmis-
sion, axle, etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid
that is milky or foamy in appearance) after driving
through standing water. Do not continue to operate
the vehicle if any fluid appears contaminated, as this
may result in further damage. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can cause

it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious internal
damage to the engine. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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CONTENTS

䡵 HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . .196
䡵 BULB REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196

▫ Replacement Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196
▫ Replacing Exterior Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
▫ Replacing Interior Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199

䡵 FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199

▫ Interior Fuses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
▫ Underhood Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202

䡵 TIRE SERVICE KIT — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . . . . .205

▫ Tire Service Kit Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205
▫ Tire Service Kit Components And Operation . . .206
▫ Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions . . . . . . . . . .207
▫ Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit . . . . . . . . .209

䡵 JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . .213

▫ Preparations For Jump Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213
▫ Jump Starting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214

䡵 IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
䡵 GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216
䡵 FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217
䡵 TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . .219

▫ Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220
▫ Instruction Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220

䡵 ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE

SYSTEM (EARS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221

䡵 EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) . . . . . . . . . . . .221

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS

The Hazard Warning flasher switch is located on the
instrument panel below the radio.

Push the switch to turn on the Hazard Warning
flashers. 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.

Do not use this emergency warning system when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your vehicle is disabled
and it is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.

If it is necessary to leave the vehicle to go for service, the
Hazard Warning flashers will continue to operate with the
ignition key removed and the vehicle locked.

NOTE:

With extended use, the Hazard Warning flashers

may wear down your battery.

BULB REPLACEMENT
Replacement Bulbs
Interior Bulbs

Bulb Number

Overhead Lamp

C5W

Courtesy Lamp

W5W

Rear Cargo Lamp

W5W

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Exterior Bulbs

Bulb Number

Front Low and High Beam Headlamp

HIR2LL

Front Parking/Daytime Running Lamps

W21/5W

Front Fog Lamps

H11LL

Front Side Marker Lamps

W3W

Front Turn Signal Lamps

WY21W

Side Direction Lamps

WY5W

Rear Turn Signal Lamps

PY21W

Rear Side Marker Lamps

W3W

Rear Tail and Stop Lamps

P21/5W

Rear Backup Lamps

W16W

Center High Mounted Stop Lamp

W5W

License Plate Lamps

LED (See Authorized Dealer)

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 Instruction.

Replacing Exterior Bulbs

Headlamps Low Beam And High Beam

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

housing.

2. Rotate the bulb counter-clockwise.

3. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.

4. Install the bulb and rotate clockwise to lock in place.

5. Reinstall the plastic cap.

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Front Turn Signal, Parking And Daytime Running
Lamps

1. Turn 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.

5. Remove the bulb and replace as needed.

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

clockwise into lamp locking it in place.

7. Reinstall the plastic cap.

Front Fog Lamps

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

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 replacement

bulb.

4. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing,

and rotate the socket clockwise to lock it in place.

5. Reinstall the wheel liner.

Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Remove the two screws and remove the tail lamp

assembly.

Wheel Housing Access Door

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3. Remove four screws and separate the backplate from the

lamp housing.

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.

Replacing Interior Bulbs

Rear Cargo Lamp

1. Using a suitable tool open the light box.

2. Pull the bulb out.

3. Replace the bulb, and reinstall the light box cover.

FUSES

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.

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

off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.

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Tail Lamp Assembly Screws

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WARNING! (Continued)

• 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.

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

Vehicle Fuse

Number

Mini Fuse

Description

1

F12

7.5 Amp Brown

Right Low Beam

2

F32

5 Amp Tan

Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk and
Door Courtesy Lights

3

F53

5 Amp Tan

Instrument Panel Node

4

F38

20 Amp Yellow

Central Door Locking

5

F36

10 Amp Red

Diagnostic Socket, Vehicle Radio, Climate
Control System

Fuse Panel

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