Fiat 2015 500e User manual

Chrysler Group LLC
OWNER’S MANUAL
2015
2015 FIAT 500e
15BEV24-126-AA First Edition Printed in U.S.A.
FIAT 500e

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name Chrysler
Group LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name
Chrysler Canada Inc.used in substitution therefore.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol
levels far below the legal minimum.If you are drinking, don’t
drive.Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a
friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident.Your
perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower, and
your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking.
Never drink and then drive.
This manual illustrates and describes the operation of features
and equipment that are either standard or optional on this
vehicle.This manual may also include a description of features
and equipment that are no longer available or were not
ordered on this vehicle.Please disregard any features and
equipment described in this manual that are not on this
vehicle.
Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in
design and specifications, and/or make additions to or im-
provements to its products without imposing any obligation
upon itself to install them on products previously manufac-
tured.
FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing &
Corporate Communication S.p.A., used under license
by Chrysler Group LLC.
Copyright © 2014 Chrysler Group LLC
INSTALLATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTING
EQUIPMENT
Special design considerations are incorporated into this vehicle’s
electronic system to provide immunity to radio frequency signals.
Mobile two-way radios and telephone equipment must be
installed properly by trained personnel.The following must be
observed during installation.
The positive power connection should be made directly to the
battery and fused as close to the battery as possible.The negative
power connection should be made to body sheet metal adjacent
to the negative battery connection.This connection should not
be fused.
Antennas for two-way radios should be mounted on the roof or
the rear area of the vehicle.Care should be used in mounting
antennas with magnet bases.Magnets may affect the accuracy or
operation of the compass on vehicles so equipped.
The antenna cable should be as short as practical and routed
away from the vehicle wiring when possible.Use only fully
shielded coaxial cable.
Carefully match the antenna and cable to the radio to ensure a
low Standing Wave Ratio (SWR).
Mobile radio equipment with output power greater than normal
may require special precautions.
All installations should be checked for possible interference
between the communications equipment and the vehicle’s elec-
tronic systems.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
1INTRODUCTION .............................................................3
2THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE .............................9
3UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE .............................99
4UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................153
5STARTING AND OPERATING .................................................209
6WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ..............................................271
7MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ...............................................293
8MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES .................................................335
9IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ........................................341
10 INDEX ....................................................................351
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INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS
䡵INTRODUCTION ........................4
䡵HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ..............5
䡵WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ..............7
䡵VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ........7
䡵VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS ....8
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT 500e. Be
assured that your 500e represents an elegant marriage of
technology and Italian styling that is as good for the
environment as is fun to drive!
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation, understanding and maintenance
of your 500e. It is supplemented by Warranty Informa-
tion, and various customer-oriented documents. Please
take the time to read these publications carefully. Follow-
ing the instructions and recommendations in this manual
will help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your
vehicle.
The enclosed Warranty Information lists the services that
FIAT Group Automobiles offers to its customers:
•The Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for
maintaining its validity
•The range of additional services available to FIAT
Group Automobiles customers
NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine parts, and cares about your satisfac-
tion.
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.
Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.
The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Manual
contains a complete listing of all subjects.
Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Manual:
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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owners Manual contains WARNINGS against op-
erating procedures that could result in a collision or
bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against proce-
dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss
important information. Observe all Warnings and Cau-
tions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears engraved on
the right front door sill under the sill scuff plate, on an
adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the
B-Pillar, on the vehicle registration and title.
Vehicle Identification Number
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NOTE: It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.
Stamped VIN Location
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
䡵IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION .......12
▫High Voltage Battery ....................12
䡵500e ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES .........14
▫Audible Pedestrian Warning System .........14
▫Single-Speed Transmission ................15
▫Auto Park............................15
▫E-Park ..............................15
▫Climate Control (HVAC System)............16
▫Electric Air Conditioning Compressor ........16
▫Electric Power Steering ..................16
▫Smartphone Features ....................16
䡵ELECTRIC SYSTEM OPERATION ............20
▫Level 1 Charging (120V — Requires
NEMA 5–15 Outlet) .....................20
▫Level 2 Charging (240V — Requires A 40 Amp
Circuit Breaker Or Greater) ...............20
▫Charge Times .........................20
▫Vehicle Charge Cord ....................21
▫EVSE Operation And Status Information ......23
▫Charging The High Voltage Battery..........25
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▫Vehicle Charge Indicators.................28
䡵A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS .............32
▫Ignition Key Removal ...................33
▫Locking Doors With A Key................34
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder ................35
䡵SENTRY KEY® .........................35
▫Replacement Keys .....................36
▫General Information ....................36
䡵REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF
EQUIPPED ............................37
▫To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate ..........37
▫Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st
Press...............................38
▫To Lock The Doors And Liftgate ............38
▫Transmitter Battery Replacement ...........38
▫General Information ....................40
䡵DOOR LOCKS .........................41
▫Power Door Locks — If Equipped ..........42
▫Auto Door Locks ......................43
䡵POWER WINDOWS .....................44
▫Power Window Switches .................44
▫Auto-Down ..........................44
▫Wind Buffeting .......................45
䡵LIFTGATE ............................45
䡵OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ..........46
▫Important Safety Precautions ..............46
▫Seat Belt Systems ......................47
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▫Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........58
▫Child Restraints .......................74
▫Transporting Pets ......................93
䡵SAFETY TIPS ..........................94
▫Transporting Passengers..................94
▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle .............................94
▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle ..........................97
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IMPORTANT VEHICLE INFORMATION
Your 500e operates entirely on electricity stored in the
high voltage battery. Unlike a conventional vehicle or
Hybrid there is no internal combustion engine. Battery
Electric Vehicles have unique operating characteristics
that you should become familiar with to ensure you are
getting the optimal performance from your vehicle.
High Voltage Battery
Your vehicle is equipped with a Lithium-ion high voltage
battery that is used to power the electric powertrain
systems and the 12 volt vehicle electrical system.
The high voltage battery is located under the vehicle. The
high voltage battery is maintenance free and designed to
last for the life of the vehicle. Lithium-ion batteries provide the following benefits:
•Lithium-ion batteries are much lighter than other
types of rechargeable batteries of the same size.
1 — High Voltage Cables
2 — High Voltage Battery
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•Lithium-ion batteries hold their charge; they only lose
approximately 3 percent of their charge per month.
•Lithium-ion batteries have no memory, which means
that you do not have to completely discharge them
before recharging, as with some other batteries.
•Lithium-ion batteries can be recharged and discharged
thousands of times.
High Voltage Battery Service Disconnect
The high voltage battery service disconnect is located
under the rear passenger seat lower cushion. If your
vehicle requires service see your authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Never try to remove the high voltage service discon-
nect. The high voltage service disconnect is used
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WARNING! (Continued)
when your vehicle requires service by a trained
technician at an authorized dealer. Failure to follow
this warning can cause severe burns or electrical
shock that may result in serious injury or death.
Disposal of the High Voltage Battery
Your vehicle’s high voltage battery is designed to last the
life of your vehicle. See your authorized dealer for
information on the disposal of the battery if it should
require replacement.
General Information
The vehicle is also equipped with a Battery Management
System that is designed to:
•Ensure safe operation
•Maximize driving range
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•Maximize the life expectancy of the high voltage
battery
NOTE:
•During vehicle start up and shut down a clicking noise
may be heard from within the vehicle. When the
ignition key is turned to the on position, the high
voltage battery contactors inside the battery are closed
to make the stored electricity inside available for
vehicle use. The clicking noise observed is the sound of
these contactors as they open and close and is normal
operation for your 500e.
•The operating temperature range of the high voltage
battery is -22 °F to 122 °F (-30 °C to 50 °C). If it is
attempted to operate the vehicle with the battery
outside of these temperature extremes it will not
function.
500e ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES
Understanding the unique characteristics of your 500e
will help ensure maximum performance and the best
driving range from your vehicle.
Your 500e is equipped with two electrical systems; a
12 Volt system that is used to power the conventional
electrical system and a high voltage system, which is
used to drive the wheels through a single-speed trans-
mission as well as other high voltage system compo-
nents.
Your 500e operates differently then a traditional vehicle
or Hybrid vehicle. Here are some of the main differences:
Audible Pedestrian Warning System
Your vehicle is equipped with an Audible Pedestrian
Warning System. The Audible Pedestrian Warning Sys-
tem uses distinct sounds to alert pedestrians that your
vehicle is approaching.
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The audible warning system uses an in-car sound syn-
thesizer with a speaker located in the underhood com-
partment. The warning system is automatically activated
when selecting DRIVE or REVERSE.
In DRIVE range, the system will remain active until the
vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 22 mph
(35.5 km/h). At approximately 22 mph (35.5 km/h) the
warning system is deactivated and will automatically be
active when the vehicle returns to approximately 20 mph
(32 km/h).
Single-Speed Transmission
Instead of a traditional transmission, your vehicle is
equipped with a single-speed transmission to transfer the
torque from the E-Drive motor to the drive wheels. This
transmission requires no maintenance and is designed to
operate for the life of the vehicle.
Auto Park
Auto Park will automatically place the transmission into
PARK if there is an indication that the driver may leave
the vehicle while still in the DRIVE, NEUTRAL or
REVERSE gear. Refer to “Single-Speed Transmission” in
“Starting And Operating” for further information.
E-Park
The parking pawl is traditionally located inside an auto-
matic transmission and activated when the vehicle is
placed in the PARK position.
E-Park is activated when the driver pushes the PARK
button. An electric motor activates the parking pawl and
locks the single-speed transmission when the vehicle is
placed into PARK. This will prevent any unwanted
movement of the vehicle.
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NOTE: The engagement of the E-Park can be heard when
there is no noise in the interior of the vehicle, this is a
normal condition.
Climate Control (HVAC System)
Your 500e is equipped with an Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) HVAC system. This HVAC system utilizes
a humidity sensor, cabin sensor, and ambient tempera-
ture sensor to choose operation mode and control cabin
comfort. These components allow the controller to oper-
ate the HVAC system in a very efficient manner to
maximize driving range.
Your 500e also uses an electric air heater to provide heat
to the cabin.
Electric Air Conditioning Compressor
Your 500e uses an electric air conditioning compressor.
The air conditioning compressor is powered by the high
voltage battery system and is used to cool the vehicle
occupants and the high voltage battery while the vehicle
is being driven or when it is being charged.
The high voltage battery may require cooling to keep the
vehicle running. The air conditioning compressor will
activate without any input from the occupant.
NOTE: The AC system helps cool the high voltage
battery. If the air conditioning system should require
service see your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Electric Power Steering
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Power Steering
(EPS) system. The power steering system requires no
maintenance and operates without the use of power
steering fluid.
Smartphone Features
With the “FIAT Access” smartphone app, you can moni-
tor the state of charge of the high voltage battery or
initiate charging from your phone. You can also turn on
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your car’s climate control system remotely. The smart-
phone app provides the following features:
•Monitor battery charge level
•Display available driving distance
•Check charging status
•Remotely activate vehicle climate control system
•Unlock and lock doors
•Assist with locating your vehicle
•Locate charging stations
•Send a point-of-interest to your vehicle
•Schedule a charge
•View energy consumed
•Notifications for charging and preconditioning events
How do I get the “FIAT Access” smartphone App?
Visit the 500e registration website:
https://www.fiataccess.com/500eSubscribe
Once in the registration website, you will need to enter
your vehicle’s VIN and Connectivity ID. The connectivity
Registration Website
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ID is found in the vehicle’s instrument cluster. To locate
the connectivity ID follow the steps below:
1. Press the menu button on the instrument cluster.
2. Choose “Settings” and scroll down to the “Connectiv-
ity ID”.
3. Select “Connectivity ID”.
Menu Button
Connectivity ID
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