2018 Fiat 500l Owner's Manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Fiat
Model:
500l
Rating:
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
5
INTRODUCTION
6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
7
Essential Information
7
Symbols
7
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
7
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
7
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
9
FRONT VIEW
10
REAR VIEW
11
INSTRUMENT PANEL
12
INTERIOR
13
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
15
KEYS
18
Key With Remote Control
18
To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate
18
To Lock The Doors And Liftgate
18
Replacing The Battery In The Key With Remote Control
19
Programming Additional Key Fobs
19
Request For Additional Remote Controls
19
General Information
20
IGNITION SWITCH
20
Ignition Switch
20
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
22
SENTRY KEY
22
Customer Key Programming
22
Replacement Keys
22
General Information
23
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
23
To Arm The System
23
To Disarm The System
24
Central Lock/Unlock (Switch Safe Lock Device) — If Equipped
24
DOORS
25
Power Door Locks
25
Doors Lock With One Or More Doors Open
27
Auto-Relocking (Only For Rear Doors)
27
Child-Protection Door Lock System (Rear Doors)
27
SEATS
28
Manual Adjustment (Front Seats)
28
Forward/Rearward Adjustment
29
Seat Height Adjustment
29
Recliner Adjustment
30
Manual Adjustment (Rear Seats)
31
Rear Seats Forward/Rearward Adjustment
31
Reclining Rear Seats
32
Power Adjustment (Front Seats) — If Equipped
32
Power Lumbar — If Equipped
32
Heated Seats — If Equipped
33
Fold And Tumble Rear Seat
34
Rear Armrest — If Equipped
36
HEAD RESTRAINTS
36
Reactive Head Restraints — Front Seats
36
Rear Head Restraint Adjustment
38
Front Head Restraint Removal
38
Rear Head Restraint Removal
39
STEERING WHEEL
39
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
39
MIRRORS
40
Inside Day/Night Mirror
40
Automatic Dimming Mirror — If Equipped
40
Conversation Mirror — If Equipped
41
Power Mirrors
42
Folding Mirrors
42
Heated Mirrors — If Equipped
43
Illuminated Vanity Mirrors — If Equipped
43
Sun Visor “Slide-On-Rod” Feature
43
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
44
Headlights
44
Daytime Running Lights — If Equipped
45
High Beams
45
Flash-To-Pass
45
Parking Lights
45
Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay
45
Front Fog Lights — If Equipped
46
Courtesy Lights/Approaching Lights
46
INTERIOR LIGHTS
47
Interior Lights Controls
47
WIPERS AND WASHERS
49
Front Wiper Operation
49
Intermittent Wiper System
50
Front Windshield Washer Operation
50
Manual High Speed/Mist
51
Rear Wiper/Washer Operation
51
CLIMATE CONTROLS
53
Manual Climate Control Overview
53
Manual Climate Control Descriptions
53
Automatic Climate Control Overview
57
Automatic Climate Control Descriptions
57
System Maintenance
61
Climate Control Functions
61
A/C (Air Conditioning)
61
Recirculation
61
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) — If Equipped
62
Automatic Operation
62
Manual Operation Override
62
Operating Tips
63
Winter Operation
63
Vacation/Storage
63
Window Fogging
63
Outside Air Intake
64
Cabin Air Filter
64
Operating Tips Chart
64
WINDOWS
65
Power Windows
65
Power Window Controls
65
Auto-Down
66
Auto-Up Feature With Auto-Reverse Protection — If Equipped
66
Resetting The Auto-Up Feature
67
Wind Buffeting
67
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED
67
Opening
68
Closing
68
Anti-Pinch Protect Feature
68
Sunroof Reinitialization
69
Wind Buffeting
69
Power Sun Blind
69
HOOD
70
Opening
70
Closing
71
LIFTGATE
72
Opening
72
Liftgate Emergency Release
73
Cargo Area Features
73
Rear Cargo Storage Features
73
Cargo Area Tie Downs
77
Storage Compartments
78
GARAGE DOOR OPENER — IF EQUIPPED
79
Before You Begin Programming HomeLink
79
Programming A Rolling Code
80
Programming A Non-Rolling Code
81
Canadian/Gate Operator Programming
82
Using HomeLink
83
Security
83
Troubleshooting Tips
83
General Information
84
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT
84
Storage
84
Glove Compartment
84
Front Center Armrest Storage — If Equipped
85
Cupholders
86
Power Outlets
87
Cigar Lighter — If Equipped
88
ROOF LUGGAGE RACK — IF EQUIPPED
88
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
91
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
92
Instrument Cluster Descriptions
92
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
94
Instrument Cluster Display Control Buttons
95
Change Engine Oil Indicator System
96
Instrument Cluster Display Menu Items
96
Speedometer
97
Trip
97
Vehicle Info
98
Audio
99
Phone
99
Navigation — If Equipped
100
Stored Messages
100
Settings
100
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
102
Red Warning Lights
102
— Air Bag Warning Light
102
— Brake Warning Light
103
— Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
104
— Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
104
— Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light
104
— Electric Power Steering Fault Warning Light
105
— Vehicle Security Warning Light — If Equipped
105
— Battery Charge Warning Light
105
— Transmission Fault Warning Light
105
— Oil Pressure Warning Light
105
— Oil Pressure Sensor Failure Warning Light
105
— Door Open Warning Light
105
— Liftgate Open Warning Light
106
Yellow Warning Lights
106
— Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Warning Light
106
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Warning Light — If Equipped
106
— Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Off Warning Light — If Equipped
107
— Low Fuel Indicator Light
107
— Engine Check/Malfunction Indicator Warning Light (MIL)
107
— Passenger Air Bag Indicator Light
108
— Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Warning Light
108
Yellow Indicator Lights
110
— External Light Failure Indicator Light — If Equipped
110
— Fuel Cutoff Indicator Light — If Equipped
110
— Fuel Cutoff Failure Light — If Equipped
110
— Fuel Level Sensor Failure
110
— Icy Road Condition Indicator Light — If Equipped
110
— Rear Defrost Light
110
— Transmission Temperature Warning Light
111
— Immobilizer Fail / VPS Electrical Alarm Indicator Light
111
Green Indicator Lights
111
— Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — If Equipped
111
— Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
112
— Park/Headlight On Indicator Light
112
— Turn Signal Indicator Lights
112
White Indicator Lights
112
— Cruise Control On Light — If Equipped
112
— Cruise Control Cancelled Light — If Equipped
112
— Set Speed Warning Light — If Equipped
112
Blue Indicator Lights
113
— High Beam Indicator Light
113
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM — OBD II
113
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II) Cybersecurity
114
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
114
SAFETY
117
SAFETY FEATURES
118
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
118
Anti-Lock Brake Warning Light
119
Electronic Brake Control System
119
Brake Assist System (BAS)
119
Traction Control System (TCS)
120
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
120
HSA Activation Criteria
120
Disabling/Enabling HSA
121
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
121
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
122
ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light And ESC OFF Indicator Light
123
ESC Operating Modes
123
Electronic Roll Mitigation (ERM)
124
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS
125
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
125
Base System
127
General Information
129
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
129
Occupant Restraint Systems Features
129
Important Safety Precautions
130
Seat Belt Systems
131
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert)
131
Lap/Shoulder Belts
132
Lap/Shoulder Belt Operating Instructions
135
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure
136
Seat Belts And Pregnant Women
137
Seat Belt Pretensioner
137
Energy Management Feature
137
Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
138
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS)
139
Air Bag System Components
139
Air Bag Warning Light
140
Front Air Bags
141
Driver And Passenger Front Air Bag Features
142
Front Air Bag Operation
143
Knee Impact Bolsters
143
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
144
Supplemental Side Air Bags
144
Air Bag System Components
148
If A Deployment Occurs
149
Enhanced Accident Response System
150
Enhanced Accident Response System Reset Procedure
151
Maintaining Your Air Bag System
152
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
153
Child Restraints
153
Summary Of Recommendations For Restraining Children In Vehicles
155
Infant And Child Restraints
156
Older Children And Child Restraints
156
Children Too Large For Booster Seats
157
Recommendations For Attaching Child Restraints
158
Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren (LATCH) Restraint System
159
LATCH Positions For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
159
Locating The LATCH Anchorages
161
Locating The Upper Tether Anchorages
162
Center Seat LATCH
163
To Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint
163
How To Stow An Unused Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:
164
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat Belt
164
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child Restraints In This Vehicle
165
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR):
167
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether Anchorage:
168
Transporting Pets
169
SAFETY TIPS
170
Transporting Passengers
170
Exhaust Gas
170
Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The Vehicle
171
Seat Belts
171
Air Bag Warning Light
171
Defroster
171
Floor Mat Safety Information
172
Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside The Vehicle
173
Tires
173
Lights
173
Door Latches
173
Fluid Leaks
173
STARTING AND OPERATING
175
STARTING THE ENGINE
177
Normal Starting
177
Automatic Transmission
177
Cold Weather Operation
178
Extended Park Starting
178
If Engine Fails To Start
179
After Starting
179
Turbo Charger “Cool Down”
179
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
179
PARKING BRAKE
180
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
181
Key Ignition Park Interlock
182
Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock System
182
Six-Speed Automatic Transmission
182
Gear Ranges
183
AUTOSTICK
187
Operation
188
MODE SELECTOR – IF EQUIPPED
189
Operating Modes
189
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
191
SPEED CONTROL
191
To Activate
192
To Set A Desired Speed
192
To Vary The Speed Setting
193
To Accelerate For Passing
194
Using Speed Control On Hills
194
To Resume Speed
194
To Deactivate
194
REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
195
Rear Park Assist Sensors
195
Rear Park Assist Audible Alerts
195
Failure Indications
196
Cleaning The Rear Park Assist System
197
Park Assist System Usage Precautions
197
PARKVIEW REAR BACK UP CAMERA
199
ADDING FUEL
200
VEHICLE LOADING
202
Certification Label
202
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
203
Payload
203
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
203
Tire Size
203
Rim Size
203
Inflation Pressure
203
Curb Weight
203
Loading
204
TRAILER TOWING
204
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.)
205
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
205
DRIVING TIPS
206
Driving On Slippery Surfaces
206
Acceleration
206
Traction
206
Driving Through Water
206
Flowing/Rising Water
207
Shallow Standing Water
207
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
209
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
210
BULB REPLACEMENT
210
Replacement Bulbs
210
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
212
Headlamps Low Beam And High Beam
212
Front Turn Signal And Daytime Running Lamps
214
Front Fog Lamps
214
Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps
214
Rear Tail, Stop, Backup And Turn Signal Lamps
215
Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
215
FUSES
215
General Information
216
Underhood Fuses
216
Interior Fuses
218
Rear Interior Fuses
221
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING — IF EQUIPPED
222
Jack Location
223
Spare Tire Removal/Stowage
223
Preparations For Jacking
224
Jacking Instructions
225
TIRE SERVICE KIT
229
JUMP STARTING
232
Preparations For Jump Start
232
Jump Starting Procedure
233
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS
235
IGNITION KEY REMOVAL OVERRIDE
236
GEAR SELECTOR OVERRIDE
238
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE
239
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
240
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)
241
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR)
241
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
243
SCHEDULED SERVICING
245
Maintenance Plan
246
Heavy Duty Use Of The Vehicle
248
ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 1.4L TURBO
249
Checking Oil Level
249
Adding Washer Fluid
250
Maintenance-Free Battery
250
DEALER SERVICE
251
Engine Oil
251
Change Engine Oil
251
Engine Oil Selection
252
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil Identification Symbol
252
Engine Oil Viscosity — 1.4L Turbo Engine (SAE Grade)
252
Synthetic Engine Oils
253
Materials Added To Engine Oil
253
Disposing Of Used Engine Oil And Oil Filters
253
Engine Oil Filter
253
Engine Air Cleaner Filter
253
Air Conditioner Maintenance
254
Refrigerant Recovery And Recycling — R–1234yf
255
Body Lubrication
255
Windshield Wiper Blades
255
Service Position Strategy
256
Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
257
Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
257
Exhaust System
258
Cooling System
259
Coolant Checks
260
Cooling System — Drain, Flush And Refill
260
Selection Of Coolant
260
Adding Coolant
261
Cooling System Pressure Cap
262
Disposal Of Used Coolant
262
Coolant Level
262
Points To Remember
263
Brake System
263
Brake Master Cylinder
264
Automatic Transmission
265
Selection Of Lubricant
265
Special Additives
265
Fluid Level Check
266
Fluid And Filter Changes
266
RAISING THE VEHICLE
266
TIRES
266
Tire Safety Information
266
Tire Markings
267
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
268
Tire Terminology And Definitions
269
Tire Loading And Tire Pressure
270
Loading
271
Tires — General Information
274
Tire Pressure
274
Tire Inflation Pressures
275
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation
276
Radial Ply Tires
276
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
277
Tire Spinning
277
Tread Wear Indicators
277
Life Of Tire
278
Replacement Tires
279
Tire Types
280
All Season Tires — If Equipped
280
Summer Or Three Season Tires — If Equipped
280
Snow Tires
281
Spare Tires — If Equipped
281
Spare Tire Matching Original Equipped Tire And Wheel — If Equipped
281
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
282
Collapsible Spare Tire — If Equipped
282
Full Size Spare — If Equipped
283
Limited Use Spare — If Equipped
283
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
284
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
285
Tire Rotation Recommendations
286
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES
287
Treadwear
287
Traction Grades
287
Temperature Grades
287
VEHICLE STORAGE
288
BODYWORK
289
Protection From Atmospheric Agents
289
What Causes Corrosion?
289
Body And Underbody Maintenance
289
Cleaning Headlights
289
Preserving The Bodywork
290
Washing
290
Special Care
290
INTERIORS
291
Seats And Fabric Parts
291
Seat Belt Maintenance
291
Plastic And Coated Parts
291
Cleaning Plastic Instrument Cluster Lenses
292
Leather Parts
292
Glass Surfaces
292
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
293
IDENTIFICATION DATA
294
Vehicle Identification Number
294
BRAKE SYSTEM
294
WHEEL AND TIRE TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
295
Torque Specifications
295
FUEL REQUIREMENTS
296
1.4L Turbo
296
Reformulated Gasoline
297
Materials Added To Fuel
297
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends
297
Do Not Use E-85 In Non-Flex Fuel Vehicles
298
CNG And LP Fuel System Modifications
298
MMT In Gasoline
298
Fuel System Cautions
299
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
299
FLUID CAPACITIES
300
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
300
Engine
300
Chassis
302
MULTIMEDIA
303
UCONNECT SYSTEMS
304
DRAG & DROP MENU BAR
304
CYBERSECURITY
305
UCONNECT SETTINGS
306
Customer Programmable Features — Uconnect 4/4 NAV With 7–inch Display Settings
306
Language
307
Display
307
Units
308
Voice
308
Clock & Date
309
Safety & Driving Assistance
310
Lights
311
Doors & Locks
312
Engine Off Options
312
Audio
313
Phone
314
SiriusXM Setup — If Equipped
315
Restore Settings To Default
316
Clear Personal Data
316
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
317
Radio Operation
317
Player Operation
317
IPOD/USB/MEDIA PLAYER CONTROL
318
RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILE PHONES
319
Regulatory And Safety Information
319
UCONNECT VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK TIPS
320
Introducing Uconnect
320
Get Started
320
Basic Voice Commands
321
Radio
322
Media
322
Phone
323
Navigation (4 NAV)
324
Siri Eyes Free — If Equipped
325
Android Auto — If Equipped
325
Apple CarPlay — If Equipped
326
General Information
327
Additional Information
327
CD/DVD DISC MAINTENANCE
328
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
329
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE
330
Prepare For The Appointment
330
Prepare A List
330
Be Reasonable With Requests
330
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
330
FCA US LLC Customer Center
331
FCA Canada Inc. Customer Center
331
In Mexico Contact
331
Puerto Rico And U.S. Virgin Islands
331
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
332
Service Contract
332
WARRANTY INFORMATION
333
MOPAR PARTS
333
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
333
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
333
In Canada
334
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS
334
INDEX
335
2018 Fiat 500l Overview
Introduction
The 2018 Fiat 500L is a charming, compact MPV that exudes Italian flair while delivering ample space and versatility for urban adventurers. With its distinctive design, characterized by rounded edges and an inviting front grille, the 500L seamlessly combines style with functionality, making it an ideal choice for those who seek an engaging driving experience without sacrificing practicality.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2018 Fiat 500L offers a single, robust powertrain option—a 1.4-liter inline-four turbocharged engine, generating 160 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission, providing drivers with a balance of spirited performance and efficiency. Fuel efficiency ratings reach up to an impressive 25 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway, making it both a fun and economical choice for daily commutes and road trips alike.
Trims
The 2018 Fiat 500L is available in three well-appointed trims: Pop, Lounge, and Trekking. The base Pop trim comes loaded with standard features like a 5-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, and rear parking sensors, while the Lounge trim elevates the experience with added luxuries such as leather seats, upgraded audio systems, and a panoramic sunroof. The Trekking trim is designed for those who crave adventure, incorporating rugged styling elements and enhanced handling for a more spirited driving experience.
Features
This model is equipped with a host of technology and convenience features, such as a responsive infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, a rearview camera, and advanced safety options, including blind-spot monitoring. With ample cargo space and configurable seating arrangements, the 2018 Fiat 500L adapts gracefully to a variety of lifestyle needs.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2018 Fiat 500L serves as an essential resource for new owners. It provides comprehensive instructions on vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting tips, and all safety features. Understanding these elements will ensure a fulfilling driving experience while maximizing the longevity and performance of your Fiat 500L.
User manual download
The Fiat 500l owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2018 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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