Fiat Freemont (2016 year). Manual — part 20

REAR TURN SIGNAL AND BACKUP LAMP

The taillamps are a two-piece design. The tail/stop/rear
turn signal lamps are located in the rear corner body
panels. The tail and backup lamps are located in the
liftgate.

Changing The Rear Turn Signal Lamp

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Remove the two fasteners from the inboard side of

the taillamp housing. (fig. 188)

3. Carefully insert a trim stick (plastic flat-blade tool)

between the body panel and the outboard side of
the taillamp housing with one hand and grasp the
flange on the inboard side of the taillamp housing
with the other hand. Use the trim stick and hand
pressure together to disengage the taillamp housing
from the vehicle.

4. Rotate the applicable bulb's electrical connector ¼

turn counterclockwise and remove it from the tail-
lamp housing.

5. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and

install the replacement bulb.

6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the

taillamp housing and rotate the connector ¼ turn
clockwise to lock it in place.

7. Reinstall the taillamp housing and fasteners.

(fig. 188)

Inboard Tail Lamp Housing Fasteners

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Changing The Backup Lamp

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Remove the two fasteners retaining the taillamp

housing to the liftgate from the inboard face of the
liftgate. (fig. 189)

3. Carefully insert a trim stick (plastic flat-blade tool)

between the taillamp housing and the liftgate. Use
the trim stick and hand pressure together to disen-
gage the taillamp housing from the liftgate.
(fig. 190)

4. Rotate the applicable bulb's electrical connector ¼

turn counterclockwise and remove it from the
housing.

5. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and

install the replacement bulb.

6. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the

housing and rotate the connector ¼ turn clockwise
to lock it in place.

7. Reinstall the taillamp housing and fasteners.

(fig. 189)

Tail Lamp Housing Retainers

(fig. 190)

Tail Gate Lamp

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LICENSE PLATE LAMP

1. Push the small locking tab sticking out of the end of

the lens toward the side of the vehicle and hold it in
that position.

2. Insert a small flat-blade tool between the end of the

lens with the locking tab and the surrounding hous-
ing and then pivot the tool to separate the lens from
the housing.

3. Hold the lens with one hand and rotate the bulb's

electrical connector ¼ turn counterclockwise with
the other hand and then separate the bulb and
connector assembly from the lens.

4. Remove the bulb from the connector socket and

install the replacement bulb.

5. Install the bulb and connector assembly into the

lens and rotate the connector ¼ turn clockwise to
lock it in place.

6. Insert the end of the lens without the locking tab

into the housing on the liftgate and then push the
opposite end of the lens into the housing, making
sure it locks in the housing.

FUSES

WARNING!

• When replacing a blown fuse, always
use an appropriate 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. Failure to use
proper fuses may result in serious personal in-
jury, 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.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an
authorized dealer.
• If a general protection fuse for safety systems
(air bag system, braking system), power unit sys-
tems (engine system, gearbox system) or steering
system blows, contact an authorized dealer.

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INTERIOR FUSES

The interior fuse panel is located on the passenger side
under the instrument panel.

Cavity

Cartridge Fuse

Mini-Fuse

Description

F100

30 Amp Pink

110V AC Inverter – For Versions/Markets,

Where Provided

F101

10 Amp Red

Interior Lights

F102

20 Amp Yellow

Cigar Lighter in Instrument Panel/Left Rear

Power Outlet

F103

20 Amp Yellow

Power Outlet in Console Bin/Power Outlet

in Rear of Console

F105

20 Amp Yellow

Heated Seats – For Versions/Markets, Where

Provided

F106

20 Amp Yellow

Rear Power Outlet

F107

10 Amp Red

Rear Camera – For Versions/Markets, Where

Provided

F108

15 Amp Blue

Instrument Panel

F109

10 Amp Red

Climate Control/HVAC

F110

10 Amp Red

Occupant Restraint Controller

F112

10 Amp Red

Spare

F114

20 Amp Yellow

Rear HVAC Blower/Motor

F115

20 Amp Yellow

Rear Wiper Motor

F116

30 Amp Pink

Rear Defroster (EBL)

F117

10 Amp Red

Heated Mirrors

F118

10 Amp Red

Occupant Restraint Controller

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Cavity

Cartridge Fuse

Mini-Fuse

Description

F119

10 Amp Red

Steering Column Control Module

F120

10 Amp Red

All Wheel Drive – For Versions/Markets,

Where Provided

F121

15 Amp Blue

Wireless Ignition Node

F122

25 Amp Clear

Driver Door Module

F123

25 Amp Clear

Passenger Door Module

F124

10 Amp Red

Mirrors

F125

10 Amp Red

Steering Column Control Module

F126

10 Amp Red

Audio Amplifier

F127

20 Amp Yellow

Trailer Tow – For Versions/Markets, Where

Provided

F128

15 Amp Blue

Radio

F129

15 Amp Blue

Video/DVD – For Versions/Markets, Where

Provided

F130

15 Amp Blue

Climate Control/Instrument Panel

F131

10 Amp Red

Passenger Assistance/Hands Free System –

For Versions/Markets, Where Provided

F132

10 Amp Red

Tire Pressure Module

F133

10 Amp Red

Spare

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UNDERHOOD FUSES (POWER
DISTRIBUTION CENTER)

The power distribution center is located in the engine
compartment.

(fig. 191)

Cavity

Cartridge Fuse

Mini-Fuse

Description

F101

60 Amp Yellow

Interior Power Distribution Center Rail

F102

60 Amp Yellow

Interior Power Distribution Center Rail

F103

60 Amp Yellow

Interior Power Distribution Center Rail

F105

60 Amp Yellow

Interior Power Distribution Center Rail

Ignition Run Relay

F106

60 Amp Yellow

Interior Power Distribution Center Rail Run/

Accessory Relays

F139

40 Amp Green

Climate Control System Blower

F140

30 Amp Pink

Power Locks

F141

40 Amp Green

Anti-Lock Brake System

F142

40 Amp Green

Glow Plugs – For Versions/Markets, Where

Provided

F143

40 Amp Green

Exterior Lights 1

(fig. 191)

Power Distribution Center (Fuses)

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Cavity

Cartridge Fuse

Mini-Fuse

Description

F144

40 Amp Green

Exterior Lights 2

F145

30 Amp Pink

To Body Computer – Lamp

F146

30 Amp Pink

Spare

F147

30 Amp Pink

Spare

F148

40 Amp Green

Radiator Fan Motor

F149

30 Amp Pink

Starter Solenoid

F150

25 Amp Clear

Powertrain Control Modules

F151

30 Amp Pink

Headlamp Washer Motor – For Versions/

Markets, Where Provided

F152

25 Amp Clear

Diesel Fuel Heater – For Versions/Markets,

Where Provided

F153

20 Amp Yellow

Fuel Pump

F156

10 Amp Red

Brake/Electronic Stability Control Module

F157

10 Amp Red

Transfer Case Module – For Versions/

Markets, Where Provided

F158

10 Amp Red

Active Hood Module – For Versions/Markets,

Where Provided

F159

10 Amp Red

Spare

F160

20 Amp Yellow

Interior Lights

F161

20 Amp Yellow

Horn

F162

50 Amp Red

Cabin Heater #1/Vacuum Pump – For

Versions/Markets, Where Provided

F163

50 Amp Red

Cabin Heater #2 – For Versions/Markets,

Where Provided

F164

25 Amp Clear

Powertrain Auto Shutdown

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Cavity

Cartridge Fuse

Mini-Fuse

Description

F165

20 Amp Yellow

Powertrain Shutdown

F166

20 Amp Yellow

Spare

F167

30 Amp Green

Powertrain Shutdown

F168

10 Amp Red

Air Conditioner Clutch

F169

40 Amp Green

Emissions – Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle

Motor

F170

15 Amp Blue

Emissions – Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle

Actuators

F172

20 Amp Yellow

Spare

F173

25 Amp Clear

Anti Lock Brake Valves

F174

20 Amp Yellow

Siren – For Versions/Markets, Where

Provided

F175

30 Amp Green

Spare

F176

10 Amp Red

Powertrain Control Modules

F177

20 Amp Yellow

All Wheel Drive Module – For Versions/

Markets, Where Provided

F178

25 Amp Clear

Sunroof – For Versions/Markets, Where

Provided

F179

10 Amp Red

Battery Sensor

F181

100 Amp Blue

Electrohydraulic Steering (EHPS) – For

Versions/Markets, Where Provided

F182

50 Amp Red

Cabin Heater #3 – For Versions/Markets,

Where Provided

F184

30 Amp Pink

Front Wiper Motor

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SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE

If a malfunction occurs and the shift lever cannot be
moved out of the PARK position, you can use the
following procedure to temporarily move the shift
lever:

1. Turn the engine OFF.

2. Firmly apply the parking brake.

3. Open the center console and remove the shift lever

override access cover (located in the front lower
right corner of the console storage bin). (fig. 192)

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

5. Insert a screwdriver or similar small tool into the

access port, and push and hold the override release
lever forward.

6. Move the shift lever to the NEUTRAL position.

7. The vehicle may then be started in NEUTRAL.

8. Reinstall the shift lever override access cover.

(fig. 192)

Shift Lever Override Access Cover

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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. Then shift back and forth between
DRIVE and REVERSE (with automatic transmission) or
2nd gear and REVERSE (with manual transmission),
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.

NOTE: Press the "ESC Off" switch, to place the

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system in
"Partial Off" mode, before rocking the ve-
hicle. Refer to “Electronic Brake Control” in
“Knowing Your Vehicle” for further informa-

tion. Once the vehicle has been freed, press the "ESC
Off" switch again to restore "ESC On" mode.

• Racing the engine or spinning the
wheels may lead to transmission over-
heating 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 clutch or transmission failure during
prolonged efforts to free a stuck vehicle.
• When “rocking” a stuck vehicle by shifting be-
tween DRIVE/2nd gear and REVERSE, do not spin
the wheels faster than 24 km/h, or drivetrain
damage may result.
• 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 48 km/h while in gear (no trans-
mission shifting occurring).

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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 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.

TOW EYE USAGE

Your vehicle is equipped with a tow eye that can be
used to tow a disabled vehicle.

When using a tow eye be sure to follow the “Tow Eye
Usage Precautions” and the “Towing A Disabled Ve-
hicle” instructions in this section.

(fig. 193)

(fig. 193)

Tow Eye

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Tow Eye Usage Precautions

NOTE:

• Ensure that the tow eye is properly seated and

secure in the mounting receptacle.

• The tow eye is recommended for use with an ap-

proved tow bar and or rope.

• Do not use the tow eye to pull the vehicle onto a

flatbed truck.

• Do not use the tow eye to free a stuck vehicle. Refer

to “Freeing A Stuck Vehicle” in this section for
further information.

WARNING!

Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with
tow eyes.

• Do not use a chain with a tow eye. Chains may
break, causing serious injury or death.
• Do not use a tow strap with a tow eye. Tow
straps may break or become disengaged, causing
serious injury or death.
• Failure to follow proper tow eye usage may
cause components to break resulting in serious
injury or death.

(fig. 194)

• The tow eye must be used exclusively
for roadside assistance operations. Only
use the tow eye with an appropriate

device in accordance with the highway code (a
rigid bar or rope) to flat tow the vehicle for a short
distance to the nearest service location.
• Tow eyes MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles
off the road or where there are obstacles.
• In compliance with the above conditions, tow-
ing with a tow eye must take place with two
vehicles (one towing, the other towed) aligned as
much as possible along the same center line.
Damage to your vehicle may occur if these guide-
lines are not followed.

(fig. 194)

Tow Eye Warning Label

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FRONT TOW EYE INSTALLATION

The front tow eye receptacle is located behind a door,
located on the right front bumper fascia. To install the
tow eye, open the door using the vehicle key or a small
screwdriver, and thread the tow eye into the recep-
tacle.

Insert the flat end of the jack handle through the eye
and tighten, refer to “Jacking and Tire Changing” for
further information. The tow eye must be fully seated
to the attaching bracket through the lower front fascia
as shown. If the tow eye is not fully seated to the
attaching bracket, the vehicle should not be towed.

(fig. 195)

REAR TOW EYE INSTALLATION

The rear tow eye receptacle is located behind a door,
located on the left rear bumper fascia.

To install the tow eye, open the door using the vehicle
key or a small screwdriver, and thread the tow eye into
the receptacle.

Insert the flat end of the jack handle through the eye
and tighten, refer to “Jacking and Tire Changing” for
further information. The tow eye must be fully seated
to the attaching bracket through the lower rear fascia
as shown. If the tow eye is not fully seated to the
attaching bracket, the vehicle should not be towed.

(fig. 196)

(fig. 195)

Front Tow Eye Installed

(fig. 196)

Rear Tow Eye Installed

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TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE

This section describes procedures for towing a dis-
abled vehicle using a commercial towing service.

Towing

Condi-

tion

Wheels

OFF the

Ground

FWD MODELS MANUAL

TRANSMISSION

FWD MODELS

AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION

AWD MODELS

Flat Tow

NONE

• Transmission in NEUTRAL

• Ignition in ACC or ON/RUN

position

If transmission is oper-
able:

• Transmission in NEUTRAL

• Ignition in ACC or

ON/RUN position

• 40 km/h max speed

• 24 kilometers max distance

NOT ALLOWED

Wheel Lift
or Dolly
Tow

Rear

NOT ALLOWED

NOT ALLOWED

Front

OK

OK

NOT ALLOWED

Flatbed

ALL

BEST METHOD

BEST METHOD

OK

Proper towing or lifting equipment is required to pre-
vent damage to your vehicle. Use only tow bars and
other equipment designed for this purpose, following
equipment manufacturer’s instructions. Use of safety
chains is 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.

If you must use the accessories (wipers, defrosters,
etc.) while being towed, the ignition must be in the
ON/RUN position, not the ACC position.

If the vehicle's battery is discharged, refer to "Shift
Lever Override" in this section for instructions on
shifting the automatic transmission out of PARK for
towing.

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• 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. Damage to your vehicle may result
from improper towing.
• Do not push or tow this vehicle with another
vehicle as damage to the bumper fascia and trans-
mission may result.
• If the vehicle being towed requires steering, the
ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON/RUN
position, not in the LOCK/OFF position.

WITHOUT THE KEY FOB

Special care must be taken when the vehicle is towed
with the ignition in the OFF position. Flatbed towing is
the preferred towing method. However, if a flatbed
towing vehicle is not available, wheel lift towing equip-
ment may be used. Rear towing (with the front wheels
on the ground) is not allowed, as transmission damage
will occur. If rear towing is the only alternative, the
front wheels must be placed on a towing dolly. Proper
towing equipment is necessary to prevent damage to
the vehicle.

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) MODELS

The manufacturer requires towing with all four wheels
OFF the ground. Acceptable methods are to tow the
vehicle on a flatbed, or with one end of vehicle raised
and the opposite end on a towing dolly.

Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe
transmission and/or power transfer unit

damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) MODELS —
MANUAL TRANSMISSION

The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle
with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.

Your vehicle may also be towed in the forward direc-
tion, with all four wheels on the ground, the transmis-
sion in NEUTRAL, and the ignition in the ACC or
ON/RUN position. If the transmission is not operative,
the vehicle must be towed with the front wheels OFF
the ground (using a flatbed truck, towing dolly, or
wheel lift equipment with the front wheels raised).

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Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe en-
gine and/or transmission damage. Dam-

age from improper towing is not covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

FRONT WHEEL DRIVE (FWD) MODELS —
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

The manufacturer recommends towing your vehicle
with all four wheels OFF the ground using a flatbed.

If flatbed equipment is not available, and the transmis-
sion is operable, the vehicle may be flat towed (with all
four wheels on the ground) under the following condi-
tions:

• The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.

• The towing distance must not exceed 24 km.

• The towing speed must not exceed 40 km/h.

If the transmission is not operable, or the ve-
hicle must be towed faster than 40 km/h or
farther than 24 km, it must be towed with the
front wheels OFF the ground (using a flatbed
truck, towing dolly, or wheel lift equipment with
the front wheels raised).

• Towing this vehicle in violation of the
above requirements can cause severe
transmission damage. Damage from im-

proper towing is not covered under the New Ve-
hicle Limited Warranty.

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