Mood Selector (Driving Mode Selector) - Fiat 500X Owner's Handbook Manual

MOOD SELECTOR
(driving mode
selector)
The Mood Selector is a device that
allows the driver to select three different
driving modes (vehicle response)
according to their needs and to the
road and traffic conditions, by manually
adjusting the central tunnel knob ring
nut A fig. 97.
- "Auto" mode
- "Traction" mode (4x4 or 4x2 versions
depending on the trim level)
- "All Weather" mode (only 4x2 versions
depending on the trim level)
- "Sport" mode.
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The device, through the on-board
electronic system, operates on the
vehicle's dynamic control systems:
engine, steering, ESC system, 4x4
system (if available), gearbox/
transmission, and is interfaced with the
instrument panel.
The rotating ring nut is monostable
type. In other words, it always returns
to the central position when released.
The acceptance by the system of
the requested driving mode is signalled
by the LED, located besides the
symbol, coming on, and by the
corresponding symbol appearing on the
instrument panel display.
When the engine is started the system
normally stays in the driving mode
that was active before switching off; for
versions/markets where provided the
system always sets itself to "Auto"
mode at start-up.
"Auto" MODE
This mode is aimed at comfort and
safety in normal grip and driving
conditions. On 4x4 versions, this mode
also reduces fuel consumption, since
it automatically disconnects the
transmission from the rear wheels if the
road and driving conditions allow it, in
addition to changing drive torque
distribution between the front and rear
F1B0044C
axles.
Activation
Starting from the active "Traction/All
Weather" mode, turn the ring nut
anticlockwise, keeping it in this position
for at least half a second, and in any
case until the relevant LED turns on,
and the selected mode is shown on the
display. The LED for the previously set
mode will simultaneously turn off. Upon
release, the ring nut will return to the
central position.
Starting from the active "Sport" mode,
turn the ring nut clockwise, keeping it in
this position for at least half a second,
and in any case until the relevant LED
turns on, and the selected mode is
shown on the display. The LED for the
previously set mode will simultaneously
turn off. Upon release, the ring nut will
return to the central position.
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