500 (2007+) Concerns

[Shenaz]

Ok so I have some concerns:

Anyone notice that the aux wire when plugged into the glove compartment and on media -but not the phone causes static noises. Is this normal w fiat?

Second: anyone notice that sometimes when driving the automatic, it creates a distinct low Kkrrrr sound? Is this normal w fiat?

 

[homeward]

What model FIAT have you got; and is the gearbox a Dualogic (i.e. robotized manual) or a Speedgear (CVT semi-automatic)?

 

[Shenaz]

I got a basic 2013 fiat 500 pop automatic. It has a + and - on the gear box for the drive mode. Your question is written clearly. I am not sure if I answered your question clearly. If not, please tell me how can I find the answer to your question. Will it be in my car related paperwork?

 

[306maxi]

The north American 500 has neither afaik.

 

[44sunsets]

Anyone notice that the aux wire when plugged into the glove compartment and on media -but not the phone causes static noises. Is this normal w fiat?

No idea, I've never used the aux as I just use the USB connection. If it bothers you, you could just unplug it when not using it.

Second: anyone notice that sometimes when driving the automatic, it creates a distinct low Kkrrrr sound? Is this normal w fiat?

I doubt it's normal. Can you make an audio recording of it and post it here?

 

[ahmett]

I got a basic 2013 fiat 500 pop automatic. It has a + and - on the gear box for the drive mode. Your question is written clearly. I am not sure if I answered your question clearly. If not, please tell me how can I find the answer to your question. Will it be in my car related paperwork?

yes you have the dualogic. the KRRRR sound is the hydraulic pump. Completely normal.

 

[Shenaz]

Thank you for your response. I got two friends to drive w me in my car at two different times to help describe and identify the location of this sound. Apparently it's inside the car more like a dashboard reverberating or vibrating making, buzzing/kkrr sound. It's in the interior of the car. If you have any additional thought or ideas, please let me know. In a couple of weeks, I intend to get the fiat service people check it.