Fiat 500L (2019 year). Manual — part 12

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING

This only operates with the key turned to MAR/ON and
the engine started. The steering allows the force required at
the steering wheel to be adjusted to suit driving conditions.

NOTE:

When turning the ignition key quickly, full power

steering functionality can be achieved after a few seconds.

SPEED CONTROL

When engaged, the Speed Control takes over accelerator
operations at speeds greater than 25 mph (40 km/h).

The Speed Control buttons are located on the right side of
the steering wheel.

NOTE:

In order to ensure proper operation, the Speed

Control system has been designed to shut down if multiple
Speed Control functions are operated at the same time. If
this occurs, the Speed Control system can be reactivated by
pushing the Speed Control on/off button and resetting the
desired vehicle set speed.

Speed Control Buttons

1 — SET (+)/Accel

4 — SET (-)/Decel

2 — RES/Resume

5 — CANC/Cancel

3 — On/Off

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To Activate

Push the On/Off button to activate the Speed Control. The
cruise indicator light in the instrument cluster display will
illuminate. To turn the system off, push the On/Off button
a second time. The cruise indicator light will turn off. The
system should be turned off when not in use.

WARNING!

Leaving the Speed Control system on when not in use
is dangerous. You could accidentally set the system or
cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose
control and have an accident. Always leave the system
off when you are not using it.

To Set A Desired Speed

Turn the Speed Control on. When the vehicle has reached
the desired speed, push the SET (+) or SET (-) button and
release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will operate
at the selected speed.

NOTE:

The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed

and on level ground before setting the speed.

To Vary The Speed Setting

To Increase Speed

When the Speed Control is set, you can increase speed by
pushing the SET (+) button.

The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the
Uconnect settings if equipped. Refer to ”Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” for more information. The speed
increment is dependent on the selected speed unit of U.S.
(mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)
• Pushing the SET (+) button once will result in a 1 mph

increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the SET (+) button once will result in a 1 km/h

increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in an increase of 1 km/h.

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• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

To Decrease Speed

When the Speed Control is set, you can decrease speed by
pushing the SET (-) button.

The driver’s preferred units can be selected through the
Uconnect settings if equipped. Refer to

⬙Uconnect Settings”

in “Multimedia” for more information. The speed decre-
ment is dependant on the selected speed unit of U.S. (mph)
or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)
• Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)
• Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button
results in a decrease of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease until the button is released, then the
new set speed will be established.

To Accelerate For Passing

Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

Using Speed Control On Hills

The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the
vehicle set speed.

NOTE:

The Speed Control system maintains speed up and

down hills. A slight speed change on moderate hills is
normal.

On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so it
may be preferable to drive without Speed Control.

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WARNING!

Speed Control can be dangerous where the system
cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could
go too fast for the conditions, and you could lose
control and have an accident. Do not use Speed Control
in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy,
snow-covered or slippery.

To Resume Speed

To resume a previously set speed, push the RES button and
release. Resume can be used at any speed above 25 mph
(40 km/h).

To Deactivate

A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC button,
or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will
deactivate the Speed Control without erasing the set speed
from memory.

Pushing the on/off button or turning the ignition switch
OFF erases the set speed from memory.

REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED

The Rear Park Assist system provides an audible indication
of the distance between the rear fascia/bumper and a
detected obstacle when backing up, e.g. during a parking
maneuver, as well as visual indications in the instrument
cluster display.

Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the
transmission is placed into REVERSE. As the distance from
an obstacle behind the vehicle decreases, the audible alert
becomes more frequent.

Refer to the “Park Assist System Usage Precautions” for the
limitations of this system and recommendations.

Interaction With Trailer Towing

The Rear Park Assist system is automatically deactivated
when a trailer is hitched to the vehicle. The system will be
automatically activated as soon as the trailer is removed.

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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. The sensors can detect
obstacles, in the horizontal direction, from approximately
12 inches (30 cm) up to 55 inches (140 cm) from the center
of the rear fascia/bumper and up to 24 inches (60 cm) from
the corners of the rear fascia/bumper, depending on the
location, type and orientation of the obstacle.

If several obstacles are detected, the Rear Park Assist
system indicates the nearest obstacle.

The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corresponds
to the maximum height of an obstacle that would clear the
underside of the vehicle during the parking maneuver.

Rear Park Assist Audible Alerts

If an obstacle is behind the vehicle when the transmission
is placed into REVERSE, an audible alert is activated.

The tones emitted by the loudspeaker inform the driver
that the vehicle is approaching an obstacle. The pauses
between the tones are directly proportional to the distance
from the obstacle. Pulses emitted in quick succession
indicate the presence of a very close obstacle. A continuous
tone indicates that the obstacle is less than 12 inches
(30 cm) away.

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Audible And Visual Signals Supplied By The Rear Park Assist System

SIGNAL

MEANING

INDICATION

Obstacle Distance

An obstacle is present within the

sensors’ field of view

Audible Signal

(dashboard loud-

speaker)

• Sound pulses emitted at a rate that

increases as the distance decreases.

• Emits continuous tone at 12 inches

(30 cm).

• Adjustable volume level. (Refer to

“Instrument Cluster Display” in

“Getting To Know Your Instrument

Panel” for further information).

Failure

Sensor or System failures

Visual Signal

(instrument panel)

• Icon appears on display.

• Message is displayed on the instru-

ment cluster display (if equipped).

While audible signals are emitted, the audio system is not
muted.

The audible signal is turned off immediately if the distance
increases. The tone cycle remains constant if the distance
measured by the inner sensors is constant. If this condition
occurs for the external sensors, the signal is turned off after
3 seconds (stopping warnings during maneuvers parallel
to walls).

Indications On Display — If Equipped

When the sensors are activated, the parking sensor display
screen appears in the instrument cluster.

Obstacle presence and distance information is therefore
provided both by the audible signal and the instrument
cluster display.

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The system indicates a detected obstacle by displaying an
arc in one or more positions according to the distance of the
obstacle and its position in relation to the vehicle.

If an obstacle is detected in the rear central area, the
instrument cluster display shows all the arcs in the rear
central area, up to the one that corresponds to the position
of the obstacle itself.

The signal is similar for obstacles in the rear left or right
area.

The arc that corresponds to the position of the obstacle will
flash.

The color on the instrument cluster display depends on the
distance from and position of the obstacle.

The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the instrument
cluster display shows a single constant arc and emits a
continuous sound.

If there are several obstacles, the closest one is indicated.

Failure Indications

A malfunction of the Rear Park Assist sensors or system is
indicated, during REVERSE gear engagement, by the in-
strument panel warning icon and message appearing on
the instrument cluster display.

The warning icon is illuminated and a message
appears on the instrument cluster display. Refer
to

⬙Instrument Cluster Display⬙ in “Getting To

Know Your Instrument Panel” for further

information.

The sensors and wiring are tested continuously when the
ignition is in the ON/RUN position. Failures are indicated
immediately if they occur when the system is on.

Even if the system is able to identify that a specific sensor
is in failure condition, the instrument cluster display shall
indicate that the Rear Park Assist system is unavailable,
without reference to the sensor in failure condition. If even
a single sensor fails, the entire system must be disabled.
The system is turned off automatically.

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Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System

Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors with water, car wash
soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard cloths. In
washing stations, clean sensors quickly keeping the vapor
jet/high pressure washing nozzles at least 4 inches (10 cm)
from the sensors. Do not scratch or poke the sensors.
Otherwise, you could damage the sensors.

Park Assist System Usage Precautions

NOTE:
• Ensure that the outer surface and the underside of the

rear bumper is clean and clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or
other obstruction to keep the Rear Park Assist system
operating properly.

• Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibrations could

affect the performance of Rear Park Assist.

• Clean the Rear Park Assist sensors regularly, taking care

not to scratch or damage them. The sensors must not be
covered 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 pro-
vide a false indication that an obstacle is behind the
fascia/bumper.

• Objects such as bicycle carriers, etc., must not be placed

within 12 inches (30 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper
while driving the vehicle. Failure to do so can result in
the system misinterpreting a close object as a sensor
problem, causing a failure indication to be displayed in
the instrument cluster.

WARNING!

• Drivers must be careful when backing up even when

using Rear Park Assist. Always check carefully be-
hind your vehicle, look behind you, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other vehicles, ob-
structions, and blind spots before backing up. You
are responsible for safety and must continue to pay
attention to your surroundings. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.

• Before using Rear Park Assist, it is strongly recom-

mended that the ball mount and hitch ball assembly is
disconnected from the vehicle when the vehicle is not
used for towing. Failure to do so can result in injury or
damage to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball
will be much closer to the obstacle than the rear fascia
when the loudspeaker sounds the continuous tone.
Also, the sensors could detect the ball mount and hitch

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WARNING! (Continued)

ball assembly, depending on its size and shape, giving a
false indication that an obstacle is behind the vehicle.

CAUTION!

• Rear Park Assist is only a parking aid and it is

unable to recognize every obstacle, including small
obstacles. Parking curbs might be temporarily de-
tected or not detected at all. Obstacles located above
or below the sensors will not be detected when they
are in close proximity.

• The vehicle must be driven slowly when using Rear

Park Assist in order to be able to stop in time when
an obstacle is detected. It is recommended that the
driver looks over his/her shoulder when using Rear
Park Assist.

If it’s necessary to keep the ball mount and hitch ball
assembly mounted for a long period, it is possible to filter
out the ball mount and hitch ball assembly presence in
sensor field of view. The filtering operation must be
performed only by an authorized dealer.

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 10 seconds when the vehicle is shifted out of
REVERSE unless the forward vehicle speed exceeds 8 mph
(13 km/h), the transmission is shifted into PARK or the
vehicle’s ignition is cycled to the OFF position.

When enabled, active guide lines 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.

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When enabled, fixed guide lines are overlaid on the image
to illustrate the width of the vehicle.

NOTE:

The ParkView Rear Back Up Camera has program-

mable modes of operation that may be selected through the
Uconnect System. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multi-
media” for further information.

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)

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.

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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

1. Open the fuel filler door.

2. There is no fuel filler cap. A flapper door inside the pipe

seals the system.

3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe – the

nozzle opens and holds the flapper door while refuel-
ing.

NOTE:

Only the correct size nozzle opens the latches

allowing the flapper door to open.

4. Fill the vehicle with fuel – when the fuel nozzle “clicks”

or shuts off the fuel tank is full.

5. Remove the fuel nozzle and close the fuel door.

NOTE:

A funnel is provided (located in the tool bag or

cargo floor area in the rear cargo area) to open the flapper
door to allow for emergency refueling with a gas can.

Funnel Location Inside Of Tool Kit

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WARNING!

• Never have any smoking materials lit in or near the

vehicle when the fuel door is open or the tank is
being filled.

• Never add fuel when the engine is running. This is

in violation of most state and federal fire regulations
and may cause the “Malfunction Indicator Light” to
turn on.

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Funnel Location For Vehicle With Optional Spare Tire

Emergency Fuel Filling Procedure

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WARNING! (Continued)

• A fire may result if fuel is pumped into a portable

container that is inside of a vehicle. You could be
burned. Always place fuel containers on the ground
while filling.

CAUTION!

To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling, do not “top off”
the fuel tank after filling.

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.

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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.

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

Automatic Transmission

Flat Tow

NONE

NOT ALLOWED

Dolly Tow

Front

OK

Rear

NOT ALLOWED

On Trailer

ALL

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).

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.

• 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.

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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
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.

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.

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