Fiat Freemont User Manual Page 1

OWNER HANDBOOKFIATFREEMONTENGLISHThe data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. FIAT reserves the right to modify the models an

HOW TO USE THIS MANUALConsult the Table of Contents to determine whichsection contains the information you desire.Since the specification of your vehi

NOTE: If “Unlock All Doors 1st Press” is pro-grammed all doors will unlock when you grab hold ofthe driver’s front door handle . To select between“Unl

If one of the vehicle doors is open and the door panelswitch is used to lock the vehicle, once all open doorshave been closed the vehicle checks the i

WINDOWSPOWER WINDOWSThe window controls on the driver's door trim panelcontrol all of the door windows. (fig. 89)There are single window controls

To close the window par t way, pull the window switchup to the first detent and release it when you want thewindow to stop.NOTE:• If the window runs i

WIND BUFFETINGWind buffeting can be described as the perception ofpressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in theears. Your vehicle may exhibit

NOTE: Because the gas pressure drops with tem-perature, it may be necessary to assist the props whenopening the liftgate in cold weather.WARNING!• Dri

CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEMFIVE PASSENGER SYSTEM FEATURES• A raised load floor that sits on top of a large built-instorage bin.• A tri-fold door built int

WARNING!The weight and position of cargo andpassengers can change the vehicle cen-ter of gravity and vehicle handling.To avoid loss ofcontrol resultin

To install the cover, position it in the vehicle so that theflat side of the housing faces upward. Then, inserteither the left or the right spring-loa

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOODTwo latches must be released to open the hood.1. Pull the hood release lever located under the leftside of the instrument pa

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONSWARNING!Any modifications or alterations to thisvehicle could seriously affect its road-worthiness and safety and may

To prevent possible damage:• Before closing hood, make sure thehood prop rod is fully seated into itsstorage retaining clips.• Do not slam the hood to

• To avoid damage to the roof rack andvehicle,do not exceed the maximum roofrack load capacity of 68 kg. Always dis-tribute loads as evenly as possibl

(Continued)• Driving a vehicle with the“Brake SystemWarn-ing Light” on is dangerous.A significant decreasein braking performance or vehicle stability

• The ABS motor running (it may continue to run for ashort time after the stop),• The clicking sound of solenoid valves,• Brake pedal pulsations, and•

If both the Brake System Warning Light and the ABSLight remain on, the ABS and Electronic Brake ForceDistribution (EBD) systems are not functioning. I

WARNING!Many factors, such as vehicle loading,road conditions, and driving conditions,influence the chance that wheel lift or rollovermay occur. ERM c

ESC ACTIVATION/MALFUNCTIONINDICATOR LIGHT AND ESC OFFINDICATOR LIGHTThe “ESC Activation/Malfunction IndicatorLight” in the instrument cluster will com

NOTE: The TSC is disabled when the ESC system isin the “Partial Off” mode.WARNING!• TSC cannot stop all trailers fromswaying. Always use caution when

LOOSE FUEL FILLER CAP MESSAGEIf the vehicle diagnostic system determines that thefuel filler cap is loose, improperly installed, or damaged,the word “

Prolonged operation of the steering sys-tem at the end of the steering wheeltravel will increase the steering fluid tem-perature and it should be avoi

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES (fig. 2)(fig. 2)1 — Side Window Demist Outlet 6 — Switch Bank 11 — Engine St art/Stop Button2 — Air Outlet 7 — Uconnect Touc

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM(TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warnthe driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehiclerecommended c

• The TPMS should not be used as a tire pressuregauge while adjusting your tire pressure.• Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causesthe ti

3. Lots of snow or ice around the wheels or wheelhousings.4. Using tire chains on the vehicle.5. Using wheels/tires not equipped with TPMSsensors.NOTE

The TPMS consists of the following components:• Receiver module• Four Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensors• Three Trigger modules (mounted in three of the

CheckTPMS WarningWhen a system fault is detected, the Tire PressureMonitoring Telltale Light will flash on and off for 75 sec-onds and then remain on

will display a "CHECK TPM SYSTEM" message forthree seconds and then display dashes (- -) in place ofthe pressure value.5. Once you repair or

PARKSENSE® REAR PARK ASSIST —IF EQUIPPEDThe ParkSense®Rear Park Assist system providesvisual and audible indications of the distance betweenthe rear f

The vehicle is close to the obstacle when the warningdisplay shows one flashing arc and sounds a continuoustone. The following chart shows the warning

WARNING ALERTSRear Distance(cm)Greater than200 cm200-100 cm 100-65 cm 65-30 cm) Less than30 cmAudible AlertChimeNone Single 1/2-Second ToneSlow Fast C

If “SERVICE PARK A SSIST SYSTEM” appears in theEVIC, see your authorized dealer.CleaningThe ParkSense®SystemClean the ParkSense®sensors with water, ca

INSTRUMENTS (fig. 3)1. TachometerThis gauge measures engine revolutions per minute(RPM x 1000). Before the pointer reaches the red area,ease up on the

WARNING!• Drivers must be careful when backingup even when using the ParkSense®Rear Park Assist system. Always check carefullybehind your vehicle, loo

WARNING!Drivers must be careful when backing upeven when using the ParkView®RearBack Up Camera.Always check carefully behindyour vehicle, and be sure

SOUND SYSTEMSRefer to your Uconnect Touch™ User Manual.NAVIGATION SYSTEM — IFEQUIPPEDRefer to your Navigation User's Manual.126KNOWINGYOURVEHICLE

STEERING WHEEL AUDIOCONTROLS — IF EQUIPPEDThe remote sound system controls are located on therear surface of the steering wheel. The left and right-ha

VIDEO ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM(VES)™ — IF EQUIPPEDThe optional Video Entertainment System (VES)™includes the following components for rear seat enter-tain

iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL — IFEQUIPPEDThis feature allows an iPod®or external USB device tobe plugged into the USB port.iPod®control supports Mini, 4G, Ph

RADIO OPERATION AND MOBILEPHONESUnder certain conditions, the mobile phone being on inyour vehicle can cause erratic or noisy performancefrom your rad

5. To replace the cap, insert it into the filler neck andtighten to the right until at least three clicks areheard.• Damage to the fuel system or emis

SAFETYOCCUPANT RESTRAINTSSome of the most important safety features in yourvehicle are the restraint systems:• Three-point lap and shoulder belts for

Research has shown that seat belts save lives, and theycan reduce the seriousness of injuries in an accident.Some of the worst injuries happen when pe

The gauge pointer will likely indicate a high tempera-ture when driving in hot weather, up mountain grades,in heavy traffic, or when towing a trailer.

(Continued)• Care should be taken to avoid contaminationof the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals,and particularly battery acid. Cleaning may b

WARNING!• A belt that is buckled into the wrongbuckle will not protect you properly.Thelap portion could ride too high on your body,possibly causing i

6. To release the belt, push the red button on thebuckle. The belt will automatically retract to itsstowed position. If necessary, slide the latch pla

SEAT BELTS IN PASSENGER SEATINGPOSITIONSThe seat belts in the passenger seating positions areequipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)or a ci

WARNING!• The belt and retractor assembly mustbe replaced if the seat belt assemblyAutomatic Locking Retractor (ALR) feature orany other seat belt fun

NOTE: The Active Head Restraints (AHR) may ormay not deploy in the event of a front or side impact.However if during a front impact, a secondary reari

3. Pull down then rearward towards the rear of thevehicle then down to engage the locking mecha-nism. (fig. 117) (fig. 118)4. The AHR front soft foam

ENHANCED SEAT BELT USE REMINDERSYSTEM (BELTALERT®)BeltAlert®is a feature intended to remind the driverand front passenger (if equipped with front pass

Mass GroupSeating Position (or other site)Front Passenger Rear Outboard Rear CenterIntermediateOutboardIntermediateCenterGroup — up to 10 kg X *U N/A

WARNING!• “Extreme Hazard! Do not use arearward-facing child restraint on a seatprotected by an air bag in front of it!” Refer tovisor and door shut f

KEY FOBThe Key Fob also contains the Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) transmitter and an emergency key, which storesin the rear of the Key Fob.The emergency

height limit of their rear-facing convertible child seat.Children should remain in a forward-facing child seatwith a harness for as long as possible,

5. Grasp the latch plate and pull out the seat belt.6. Slide the latch plate up the webbing as far as neces-sary to allow the seat belt to go around t

WARNING!• Improper installation can lead to fail-ure of an infant or child restraint. Itcould come loose in a collision.The child could bebadly injure

All three second-row passenger seating positions havelower anchorages that are capable of accommodatingISOFIX-compatible child seats. You should never

Vehicle ISOFIX Positions ChartMass GroupSizeClassFixtureFrontPassengerRearOutboardRearCenterIntermediateOutboardRight / LeftIntermediateCenterOther Si

IL = Suitable for particular ISOFIX child restraint sys-tems (CRS) given in the attached list. These ISOFIXCRS are those of the “specific vehicle”, “r

Many, but not all, restraint systems will be equippedwith separate straps on each side, with each having ahook or connector for attachment to the lowe

Installing Child Restraints UsingTheVehicleSeat BeltThe seat belts in the passenger seating positions areequipped with an Automatic Locking Retractor

To attach a child restraint tether strap:• Route the tether strap to provide the most directpath for the strap between the anchor and the childseat, p

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS) — AIR BAGSThis vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both thedriver and front passenger as a supplement to the se

WARNING!• Before exiting a vehicle, always applythe parking brake, shift the transmissioninto PARK, and remove the key fob from theignition. When leav

• Passenger Advanced Front Air Bag• Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB)• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains(SABIC)• Front and Sid

When the air bag deploys, it opens the seam betweenthe front and side of the seat's trim cover. Each air bagdeploys independently; a left side im

WARNING!• Your vehicle is equipped with left andright Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflat-able Curtain (SABIC), do not stack luggage orother cargo up hig

If the air bag system in this vehicle needs to be modifiedto accommodate a disabled person, contact the Cus-tomer Center. Phone numbers are provided u

The ORC monitors the readiness of the electronicparts of the air bag system whenever the ignition is inthe ON/RUN position. If the ignition is in the

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag(SAB) Inflator UnitsThe Supplement al Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB)are designed to activate only in certain s

• Unlock the doors automatically.If A Deployment OccursThe Advanced Front Air Bags are designed to deflateimmediately after deployment.NOTE: Front and

(Continued)• It is dangerous to try to repair any part of theair bag system yourself. Be sure to tell anyonewho works on your vehicle that it has an a

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.These data can help provide a better understanding ofthe circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.NOTE:

(Continued)• On seven passenger models, do not allow apassenger to sit in a third row seat with thesecond row seatback(s) folded flat. In a collision,

The Sentry Key®Immobilizer system isnot compatible with some after-marketremote starting systems. Use of thesesystems may result in vehicle starting p

Air BagWarning LightThe light should turn on and remain on for four to sixseconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is firstturned ON. If the l

PERIODIC SAFETY CHECKSYOU SHOULDMAKE OUTSIDETHEVEHICLETiresExamine tires for excessive tread wear and unevenwear patterns. Check for stones, nails, gl

STARTING AND DRIVINGENGINE BREAK-INRECOMMENDATIONSA long break-in period is not required for the engineand drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your

KEYLESS ENTER-N-GOThis feature allows the driver to op-erate the ignition switch with thepush of a button, as long as the Re-mote Keyless Entry (RKE)

Turbocharger “Cool Down”NOTE: Letting the engine idle after extended opera-tion allows the turbine housing to cool to normaloperating temperature.The

PARKING BRAKEBefore leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parkingbrake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave thetransmission in REVERSE or fir

MANUAL TRANSMISSIONWARNING!You or others could be injured if youleave the vehicle unattended withouthaving the parking brake fully applied.The park-in

DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACESACCELERATIONRapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or otherslippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pullerratic

DRIVING THROUGH WATERDriving through water more than a few centimetersdeep will require extra caution to ensure safety andprevent damage to your vehic

WARNING!• Driving through standing water limitsyour vehicle’s traction capabilities. Donot exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving throughstanding water.•

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)The RKE system allows you to lock or unlock thedoors and liftgate from distances up to approximately10 m using a hand-held K

TRAILER TOWINGIn this section, you will find safety tips and informationon limits to the type of towing you can reasonably dowith your vehicle. Before

WARNING!An improperly adjusted hitch systemmay reduce handling,stability and brak-ing performance and could result in an accident.Consult with your hi

• For fixed ball tow bar, attach the clip directly to thedesignated point. This alternative must be specificallypermitted by the trailer manufacturer

TRAILERTOWINGWEIGHTS (MAXIMUMTRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS)The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.

TOWING REQUIREMENTSTo promote proper break-in of your new vehicle drive-train components the following guidelines are recom-mended:• Do not tow a trai

Towing Requirements –Tires− Do not attempt to tow a trailer while using a compactspare tire.− Proper tire inflation pressures are essential for the sa

NOTE: Do not cut or splice wiring into the vehicleswiring harness.The electrical connections are all complete to thevehicle but you must mate the harn

Pin Number Function Wire Color5 Right Rear Position,Side Marker Lights, andRear Registration PlateIllumination Device.bBrown6 Stoplights Red7 Left Rea

TRAILER HITCH ATTACHING POINTSYour vehicle will require extra equipment to tow atrailer safely and efficiently. The trailer tow hitch mustbe attached

RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHINDMOTORHOME, ETC.)TOWINGTHISVEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHERVEHICLETowingConditionWheels OFFthe GroundManualTransmissionFlat TowNONE• T

If the vehicle is equipped with Passive Entry, refer to“Keyless Enter-N-Go — If Equipped” under “KnowingYour Vehicle” for further information.REMOTE O

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGESINSTRUMENT CLUSTER (fig. 141)(fig. 141)184KNOWINGYOURVEHICLESAFETYSTARTINGANDDRIVINGWARNINGLIGHTS ANDMESSAGESIN ANEMERGENCY

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS1. Air Bag Warning LightThis light will turn on for four to eight sec-onds as a bulb check when the ignition switchis f

NOTE:• The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESCActivation/Malfunction Indicator Light” come on mo-mentarily each time the ignition switch is turned

vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indi-cated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressurelabel, you should determine the proper

if the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound.After the bulb check or when driving, if the driver seatbelt remains unbuckled, the Se

NOTE: This light shows only that the parking brake isapplied. It does not show the degree of brake applica-tion.12. Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) LightThis li

IN AN EMERGENCYJUMP-STARTINGIf your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can bejump-started using a set of jumper cables and a batteryin another vehic

WARNING!• Take care to avoid the radiator coolingfan whenever the hood is raised. It canstart anytime the ignition switch is ON.You canbe injured by m

5. Star t the engine in the vehicle that has the boosterbattery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and thenstart the engine in the vehicle with the d

JACKING AND TIRE CHANGINGWARNING!• Do not attempt to change a tire on theside of the vehicle close to moving traf-fic. Pull far enough off the road to

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GENERAL INFORMATIONTransmitter and receivers operate on a carrier fre-quency of 434 MHz as required by EEC regulations.These devices must be certified

3. Set the parking brake.4. Place the shift lever in PARK.5. Turn OFF the ignition.6. Block both the front and rear ofthe wheel diagonally opposite of

SpareTire StowageNOTE: Refer to “Spare Tire Removal” for informa-tion on assembling the winch tools.1. Place the spare tire near to the winch cable. H

(Continued)• Only use the jack in the positions indicated andfor lifting this vehicle during a tire change.• If working on or near a roadway, be extre

5. Remove the wheel nuts. For vehicles so equipped,remove the wheel cover from the wheel by hand.Do not pry the wheel cover off. Then pull the wheelof

• Refer to “Compact Spare Tire” and to “Limited-UseSpare” under “Tires — General Information” in “Start-ing and Operating” for additional warnings, ca

WARNING!To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicleoff the jack, do not tighten the wheelnuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.Failure to follow

WARNING!To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicleoff the jack, do not tighten the wheelnuts fully until the vehicle has been lowered.Failure to follow

BULB REPLACEMENTLOW BEAM/HIGH BEAM/FRONTTURNSIGNAL AND FRONT POSITION LAMP1. Open the hood.NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the air cleanerfilter h

Do not touch the new bulb with yourfingers. Oil contamination will severelyshorten bulb life. If the bulb comes incontact with an oily surface, clean

4. Firmly grasp the bulb by the two side latches andsqueeze them together to unlock the bulb from theback of the lamp housing.5. Pull the bulb straigh

• Press LOCK on the interior power door lockswitch with the driver and/or passenger door open.• Press the LOCK button on the exterior Passive EntryDoo

4. Rotate the applicable bulb's electrical connector1∕4turn counterclockwise and remove it from the tail-lamp housing.5. Remove the bulb from the

4. Rotate the applicable bulb's electrical connector1∕4turn counterclockwise and remove it from thehousing.5. Remove the bulb from the connector

FUSESINTERIOR FUSESThe interior fuse panel is located on the passenger sideunder the instrument panel.CavityCartridgeFuseMini-Fuse DescriptionF10030 A

CavityCartridgeFuseMini-Fuse DescriptionF12720 AmpYellowTrailer Tow – IfEquippedF12815 AmpBlueRadioF12915 AmpBlueVideo/DVD – IfEquippedF13015 AmpBlueC

CavityCartridgeFuseMini-Fuse DescriptionF10660 AmpYellowInterior PowerDistribution CenterRail Run/AccessoryRelaysF13940 AmpGreenClimate ControlSystem

CavityCartridgeFuseMini-Fuse DescriptionF16620 AmpYellowSpareF16730 AmpGreenPowertrainShutdownF16810 AmpRedAir ConditionerClutchF16940 AmpGreenEmissio

FREEING A STUCK VEHICLEIf your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand, or snow, itcan often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn yoursteering wheel right an

TOW EYEYour vehicle is equipped with a tow eye that can beused to rescue your vehicle, should it become strandedoff road. (fig. 162)Tow eyes are for e

REARTOW EYE USAGEThe rear tow eye receptacle is located behind a door,located on the left rear bumper fascia.To install the tow eye, open the door usi

WARNING!You or others can be badly burned by hotengine coolant (antifreeze) or steamfrom your radiator. If you see or hear steamcoming from under the

PREMIUM SECURITY SYSTEM — IFEQUIPPEDThe Premium Security system monitors the doors,hood latch, and liftgate for unauthorized entry and theignition swi

• Do not use sling type equipment whentowing. Damage to the fascia will occur.• When securing the vehicle to a flatbedtruck, do not attach to front or

SERVICING AND CAREMAINTENANCE SCHEDULERequired Maintenance IntervalsThousands of kilometers30 60 90 120 150 180Months24 48 72 96 120 144Check tire con

Thousands of kilometers30 60 90 120 150 180Months24 48 72 96 120 144Check battery charge status and possibly recharge.• • • • • •Check engine control

Regular ChecksEvery 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and topup the following if necessary:• engine coolant fluid, brake fluid, windshield washe

ENGINE COMPARTMENT — 2.0L DIESEL (fig. 165)(fig. 165)1 — Engine Coolant Reservoir 5 — Brake Fluid Reservoir2 — Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 6 — Tota

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESThe pages that follow contain the required mainte-nance services determined by the engineers who de-signed your vehicle.Besides

Disposing of Used Engine Oil And Oil FiltersCare should be taken in disposing of used engine oil andoil filters from your vehicle. Used oil and oil fi

• It is essential when replacing the cableson the battery that the positive cable isattached to the positive post and thenegative cable is attached to

WARNING!Do not remove the A/C air filter whilethe blower is operating or personal in-jury may result.The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air in

7. Reinstall the glove box door. Make sure that thehinges are seated fully as you raise the door. Other-wise, the door latch will not align properly.B

• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,press the Keyless Enter-N-Go Start/Stop button(requires at least one valid Key Fob in the vehicle).• F

Rear Wiper Removal/Installation – If Equipped1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, thiswill allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off

rating information can be found on most washer fluidcontainers.The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 4 Liters of washerfluid when the message “LoWASH”

To minimize the possibility of catalyst damage:• Do not shut OFF the engine or interrupt the ignitionwhen the transmission is in gear and the vehicle

(Continued)• Do not use plain water alone or alcohol baseengine coolant (antifreeze) products. Do not useadditional rust inhibitors or antirust produc

Coolant LevelThe radiator normally remains completely full, so thereis no need to remove the radiator cap unless checkingfor coolant freeze point or r

Clean the top of the master cylinder area beforeremoving the cap. If necessary, add fluid to bring thefluid level up to the requirements described on

Check the fluid level by removing the fill plug. The fluidlevel should be between the bottom of the fill hole anda point not more that 4.7 mm below th

• It is important that the drain holes in the lower edgesof the doors, rocker panels, and cargo area be keptclear and open.• If you detect any stone c

leather upholstery with any liquid. Please do not usepolishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, orammonia-based cleaners to clean your lea

TIRE ROTATIONRECOMMENDATIONSTires on the front and rear axles of vehicles operate atdifferent loads and perform different steering, driving,and brakin

ELECTRONIC VEHICLEINFORMATION CENTER (EVIC)The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-tures a driver-interactive display that is located in

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERThe Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is on the leftfront corner of the instrument panel and is

TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATIONTIRE PRESSUREProper tire inflation pressure is essential to the safe andsatisfactory operation of your vehicle. Three prima

Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always“cold tire inflation pressure.” Cold tire inflation pres-sure is defined as the tire pressure a

vehicle. This spare tire may be used in the tire rotationfor your vehicle. If your vehicle has this option refer toan authorized tire dealer for the r

LIMITED-USE SPARE – IF EQUIPPEDThe limited-use spare tire is for temporary emergencyuse only. This tire is identified by a label located on thelimited

WARNING!Tires and spare tire should be replacedafter six years, regardless of the remain-ing tread. Failure to follow this warning can resultin sudden

WARNING!• Do not use a tire, wheel size or ratingother than that specified for your ve-hicle. Some combinations of unapproved tiresand wheels may chan

FLUID CAPACITIESMetricFuel (Approximate) 77.6 LitersEngine Oil with Filter2.0L Diesel Engine 5.2 LitersCooling System *2.0L Diesel Engine and Single-

FLUIDS, LUBRICANTS, AND GENUINE PARTSENGINEComponent Fluids, Lubricants, and Genuine PartsEngine Coolant – 2.0L Diesel EngineExceeds CUNA NC 956-16, A

CHASSISComponent Fluid, Lubricant, or Genuine PartManual TransmissionGrade SAE 75W synthetic lubricant that meets Qualification FIAT9.55550-MZ6 (TUTEL

SELECT ButtonPress and release the SELECT button foraccess to main menus or sub-menus. Pressand hold the SELECT button for two secondsto reset feature

ARRANGEMENTS FOR DEALINGWITHTHEVEHICLE ATTHE END OF ITS LIFEFIAT has been committed for many years to safeguarding the environment through the constan

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CONTENTSAbout Your Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105,169ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106,189Adding Engine C

Camera, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124Capacities, Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241Caps, Fil

Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68DipsticksOil (Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219Power St

Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65,221Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242Engine Oil Dispos

On With Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Passing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Switch . . . . .

Daytime Running . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Dimmer Switch, Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Electronic Stability Pr

Mini-Trip Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53,77Automatic

information on Autostick™, refer to “Starting AndDriving.”• Electronic Speed Control ONThis light will turn on when the electronicspeed control is ON.

Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) . . . . . . . . . . . 227Radio (Sound Systems) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Radio Operation . . .

Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) . . . . . . . . . . . 226,242Sentry Key (Immobilizer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Sentry Key Programmi

Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235Spare Tire .

Windshield Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70,72Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Windshield Wi

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OWNER HANDBOOKFIATFREEMONTENGLISHThe data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. FIAT reserves the right to modify the models an

the charging system light remains on, it means that thevehicle is experiencing a problem with the chargingsystem. Obtain SERVICE IMMEDIATELY. See an a

WARNING!If theTransmissionTemperatureWarningLight is illuminated and you continueoperating the vehicle, in some circumstances youcould cause the fluid

DistanceTo Empty (DTE)Shows the estimated distance that can be traveled withthe fuel remaining in the tank. This estimated distanceis determined by a

Trip BShows the total dist ance traveled for Trip B since thelast reset.ElapsedTimeShows the total elapsed time of travel since the lastreset when the

Uconnect TOUCH™ SETTINGSHARD-KEYSHard-Keys are located on the left and right side of theUconnect Touch™ 4.3 screen. In addition, there is aScroll/Ente

Display• BrightnessPress the Brightness soft-key to change this display.When in this display you may select display brightnesswith the headlights on a

followed by pressing the arrow back soft-key when allselections are complete.• Show Time StatusPress the Show Time Status soft-key to change thisdispl

Headlights with Wipers soft-key, select On or Offfollowed by pressing the arrow back soft-key.• Auto High BeamsPress the Auto High Beams soft-key to c

NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) and the EVIC is programmed toUnlock All Doors 1st Press, all doors will unloc

press the 0 seconds, 45 seconds, 5 minutes or 10 min-utes soft-key followed by pressing the arrow backsoft-key.Compass Settings• VariancePress the Var

• CalibrationPress the Calibration key to change this setting. Thiscompass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the needto manually reset the compass

NOTE: Only one touchscreen area may be selectedat a time. (fig. 14)When making a selection, scroll up or down until thepreferred setting is highlighte

• Touchscreen BeepWhen in this display you may turn on or shut of f thesound heard when a touch screen button (soft-key) ispressed. To change the Touc

HOW TO RECOGNISEGENUINE PARTSAll our Genuine Parts undergo rigorous testing, both in design andbuild stages, by specialists who check the use of cutti

• Parkview Backup CameraYour vehicle may be equipped with the ParkView®Rear Back Up Camera that allows you to see anon-screen image of the rear surrou

• Headlight Dip (Traffic Changeover)Low beam headlights have more control of upwardlight and direct most of their light downward and eitherto the righ

Engine Off Options• Easy Exit SeatThis feature provides automatic driver seat positioningto enhance driver mobility when entering and exitingthe vehic

• Perform Compass CalibrationPress the Calibration key to change this setting. Thiscompass is self-calibrating, which eliminates the needto manually r

NOTE: Bass/mid/treble allow the you to simply slideyour finger up/down to change the setting as well aspress directly on the desired setting.• Speed A

AdjustingThe Seat Up Or DownThe height of the seats can be adjusted up or down. Pullupward or push downward on the seat switch; the seatwill move in t

POWER LUMBAR — IF EQUIPPEDThe Power Lumbar switch is located on the outboardside of the driver's seat. Push the switch forward toincrease the lum

Touch the “Driver” or “Passenger” seat soft-key once to select HI-level heating. Touch thesoft-key a second time to select LO-levelheating. Touch the

MANUAL FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENTSFor models equipped with manual seats, the driver andpassenger seats can be adjusted forward or rearwardby using a bar lo

WARNING!• Adjusting a seat while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous.The sudden move-ment of the seat could cause you to lose control.The seat belt migh

Dear Customer,Thank you for choosing Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fiat Freemont.We have written this handbook to help you get to know

WARNING!Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is mov-ing is dangerous.The sudden movementof the seat could cause you to lose control.Adjustany seat only

To raise the head restraint, pull upward on the headrestraint. To lower the head restraint, press the pushbutton, located at the base of the head rest

WARNING!• Do not place items over the top of theActive Head Restraint, such as coats,seat covers or portable DVD players.These itemsmay interfere with

WARNING!Do not allow a passenger to sit in a thirdrow seat without having the head re-straint unfolded and locked in place. Failure tofollow this warn

WARNING!To prevent personal injury or damage toobjects, keep your head, arms, and ob-jects out of the folding path of the seatback.4. Gently guide the

WARNING!• Adjusting a seat while the vehicle ismoving is dangerous.The sudden move-ment of the seat could cause you to lose control.The seat belt migh

StadiumTip 'n Slide™ (Easy Entry/Exit Seat)— Seven Passenger ModelsThis feature allows passengers to easily enter or exitthe third-row passenger

WARNING!Be certain that the seatback and seatare locked securely into position. Other-wise,the seat will not provide the proper stabilityfor child sea

WARNING!• Be certain that the seatback is lockedsecurely into position. Otherwise, theseat will not provide the proper stability forpassengers. An imp

WARNING!Do not adjust the steering column whiledriving. Adjusting the steering columnwhile driving or driving with the steering columnunlocked could c

AUTOMATIC DIMMING MIRROR — IFEQUIPPEDThis mirror automatically adjusts for headlight glarefrom vehicles behind you. This feature will be defaultedon,

NOTE: A light in the selected button will illuminateindicating the mirror is activated and can be adjusted.POWER FOLDING MIRRORS — IFEQUIPPEDThe switc

CLIMATE CONTROLSGENERAL OVERVIEWThe air conditioning and heating system is designed tomake you comfortable in all types of weather. Thissystem can be

Soft-KeysSoft-keys are accessible on the Uconnect Touch™system screen. (fig. 44) (fig. 45)Button Descriptions (Applies To Both Hard-keysAnd Soft-keys)

equipped with ATC. The speeds can be selected usingeither hard-heys or soft-keys as follows:Hard-KeysThe blower speed increases as you turn the contro

7. PassengerTemperature Control Down ButtonProvides the passenger with independent temperaturecontrol. Push the button for cooler temperature set-ting

• Mix ModeAir comes from the floor, defrost and side win-dow demist outlets. This mode works best incold or snowy conditions.• Defrost ModeAir comes f

turn off the Recirculation mode and allow outside airinto the vehicle.NOTE: In cold weather, use of Recirculation modemay lead to excessive window fog

REAR AUTOMATICTEMPERATURECONTROL (ATC) — IF EQUIPPEDThe rear ATC system has floor air outlets at the rearright side of the 3rd Row seats and overhead

• Press the Rear Temperature Lock button on theUconnect Touch™ screen. This turns off the RearTemperature Lock icon in the rear temperatureknob.• Rota

KNOWING YOUR VEHICLEINTRODUCTIONCongratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Beassured that it represents precision workmanship, dis-tinctive s

on the temperature knob is illuminated and any rearoverhead adjustments are ignored.REAR MODE CONTROLAuto ModeThe rear system automatically maintains

Outside Air IntakeMake sure the air intake, located directly in front of thewindshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves.Leaves collected in the

LIGHTSHEADLIGHT SWITCHThe headlight switch is located on the left sideof the instrument panel. This switch controlsthe operation of the headlights, pa

the headlights within 45 seconds. The delay intervalbegins when the headlight switch is turned off.NOTE: The lights must be turned off within 45 sec-o

NOTE: The fog lights will operate with the low beamheadlights or parking lights on. However, selecting thehigh beam headlights will turn off the fog l

DOME LIGHT POSITIONRotate the dimmer control completely upward to thesecond detent to turn on the interior lights. Theinterior lights will remain on w

ILLUMINATED ENTRYThe courtesy lights will turn on when you use theRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock thedoors or open any door or liftga

There are five delay settings, which allow you to regu-late the wipe interval from a minimum of one cycleevery second to a maximum of approximately 36

• Turn the windshield wipers OFF whendriving through an automatic car wash.Damage to the windshield wipers mayresult if the wiper control is left in a

HEADLIGHT WASHERS — IFEQUIPPEDThe Headlight Washers are recessed into the top ofthe fascia, centrally located below each headlight.The windshield wipe

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• Turn the rear wiper off when drivingthrough an automatic car wash.Damageto the rear wiper may result if the rearwiper switch is left in the on posit

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL — IFEQUIPPEDWhen engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takesover accelerator operations at speeds greater than40 km/h.The Ele

TO RESUME SPEEDTo resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+)button and release. Resume can be used at any speedabove 32 km/h.TOVARYTHE SPEED SETT

OVERHEAD CONSOLEThe overhead console contains courtesy/reading lights,storage for sunglasses, an interior observation mirrorand an optional power sunr

POWER SUNROOF SWITCH — IFEQUIPPEDRefer to “Power Sunroof” for further information.HAZARD WARNING FLASHERSThe Hazard Warning flasher switch is located

STORAGEGLOVEBOX STORAGEThe glovebox storage compartment is located on thepassenger side of the instrument panel. Pull on therelease handle to open the

Pull upward on the release handle, located on the frontof the lid, to open the storage compartment. (fig. 66)SLIDING ARMRESTThe center console armrest

WARNING!Be certain that the seat cushion islocked securely into position before us-ing the seat. Otherwise, the seat will not providethe proper stabil

To access the bin, position the floor mat aside (ifequipped). Pull the door latch release-loop upward torelease the latch and then forward to open the

A fourth fused 12 Volt power outlet is located on theleft quarter trim panel in the cargo area. This poweroutlet has power available when the ignition

Your warranties do not cover any part that the manu-facturer did not supply. Nor do they cover the cost ofany repairs or adjustments that might be cau

• Do not exceed the maximum power of160Watts (13 Amps) at 12Volts.If the 160Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceededthe fuse protecting the system will

• Many accessories that can be pluggedin draw power from the vehicle's battery,even when not in use (i.e., cellularphones, etc.). Eventually, if

When the armrest is folded flat the cupholders are inthe back of the Head Restraint. The Head Restraint canbe adjusted to better position the cupholde

POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPEDThe power sunroof switch is located between the sunvisors on the overhead console. (fig. 80)WARNING!• Never leave children

CLOSING SUNROOF — EXPRESSPress the switch forward and release it within one-halfsecond and the sunroof will close automatically fromany position. The

SUNROOF MAINTENANCEUse only a nonabrasive cleaner and a soft cloth to cleanthe glass panel.IGNITION OFF OPERATIONThe power sunroof switches remain act

WARNING!• For personal security and safety in theevent of an accident, lock the vehicledoors before you drive as well as when you parkand leave the ve

Automatic Unlock Doors On ExitThe doors will unlock automatically on vehicles withpower door locks if:1. The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature is

CHILD-PROTECTION DOOR LOCK SYSTEM— REAR DOORSTo provide a safer environment for small children ridingin the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped wi

To DisengageThe Child-Protection Door LockSystem1. Open the rear door.2. Insert the tip of the emergency key (or alike) intothe child lock control and