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GENERIC INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in
the following circumstances.
Exterior lights failure
The warning light will come on (some ver-
sions only) when a fault to one of the fol-
lowing lights is detected:
–side/taillights
– brake lights (excluding third brake light)
–rear fog lights
–direction indicators
– number plate lights.
The fault may be caused by: one or more
burnt lamps, a blow protection fuse or in-
terruption of the electrical connection.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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Obstructed particulate trap
(where provided)
The warning light turns on when the diesel
particulate trap is clogged and the driving
conditions do not enable to activate au-
tomatically the regeneration procedure.
To allow the regeneration procedure,
keep the car running until the warning light
turns off.
The display will show a dedicated message.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when failure
is detected in parking sensors. Go to a Fi-
at Dealership as soon as possible.
Rain/dusk sensor failure
The warning light comes on when a dusk/
rain sensor failure is detected. Go to a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show a dedicated mes-
sage.Fuel cut-off switch tripped
The warning light comes on when the fuel
cut-off switch trips.
The display will show a dedicated mes-
sage.
Speed limit exceeded
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage when the car exceeds the set speed
limit (see “Multifunctional Display” in sec-
tion “Dashboard and controls”).
WORN BRAKE PADS
(amber)
The warning light turns on if
the front brake pads are worn; in
this case have them changed as soon as
possible.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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CLEANING DPF
(PARTICULATE
FILTER) IN PROGRESS
(only Multijet versions
with DPF - amber)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR
(ON), the warning light switches on but it
must switch off after a few seconds. The
warning light comes on constantly to no-
tify the driver that the DPF system needs
to eliminate captured pollutants (particu-
late) by the regeneration process. The
warning light does not come on during
every DPF regeneration, but only when
driving conditions require notification of
the driver. To switch the warning light off,
the car must stay in motion until regen-
eration has been completed. The process
normally takes about 15 minutes. The op-
timum conditions to end the process are
achieved by keeping the car in motion up
to 60km/h with an engine speed higher
than 2,000 rpm. This light coming on is not
a car defect and therefore the car does
not need to go to the workshop. A spe-
cific message will appear on the display
when the warning light comes on (for ver-
sions/markets, where provided).
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SIDE/TAILLIGHTS
AND LOW BEAMS
(green)
FOLLOW ME HOME (green)
Side/tail lights and low beams
The warning light comes on when side/tail
lights or low beams are turned on.
Follow me home
The warning light will turn when this de-
vice is active (see “Follow me home” in
section “Dashboard and controls”).
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
3
FOG LIGHTS (green)
The warning light comes on
when the fog lights are on.
5
LEFT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR
(green - blinking)
The warning light turns on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
downwards or, together with the right in-
dicator, when the hazard light button is
pressed.
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Always drive at a speed ap-
propriate to the traffic con-
ditions, the weather and speed limits.
The engine may be turned off while
the DPF light is on; however, repea-
ted interruption of the regeneration
process may result in premature
exhaustion of engine oil. For this rea-
son it is always advisable to wait for
the light to go off before turning off
the engine, following the instructions
appearing above. It is not advisable
to complete DPF regeneration with
the vehicle stationary.
WARNING
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“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEM ON
(symbol on display)
The message CITY lights up on the display
when the “Dualdrive” electric power
steering system is turned on by pressing
the corresponding control button. Press
the button again to turn the CITY indi-
cation off.
CITY
CRUISE CONTROL
(where provided) (green)
When the ignition key is
moved to MAR, the warning
light turns on and should go off after a few
seconds.
The warning light is lit up on the display
by rotating the Cruise Control selector
wheel to ON.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS (blue)
The warning light turns on
when the main beams are
turned on.
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POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
When the external temperature reaches
or drops under 3°C, to indicate the pos-
sible presence of ice on the road. Symbol
❄ will appear on the display, with a warn-
ing message and the temperature indica-
tion will start blinking.
LIMITED RANGE
A message will appear on the display to in-
form the driver that the remaining range
is less than 50 kilometres (30 miles) or
that there are less than 4 litres of fuel in
the tank. RIGHT-HAND
DIRECTION
INDICATOR
(green - blinking)
The warning light turns on when the di-
rection indicator control lever is moved
upwards or, together with the left indi-
cator, when the hazard light button is
pressed.
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FUEL FILTER
(green filter)
DRAINING CONDENSATION
(Multijet versions)
The presence of water in the
feeding circuit may cause se-
vere damage to the injection system
and irregular engine operation. If the
warning lights
con the cluster lights
up or a message appears on the re-
configurable multifunctional display
(some versions), contact a Fiat Deal-
ership to have the system bled. Wa-
ter may have been introduced in the
tank if this appears immediately af-
ter refuelling: in this case, stop the en-
gine immediately and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
BATTERY
The car fits a low-maintenance battery: in
normal usage conditions the electrolyte
does not need topping up with distilled
water.
CHECKING CHARGE
AND ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
The operations must be carried out as de-
scribed in this Owner’s Handbook only by
specialised personnel. Topping must be
carried out by specialised personnel at a
Fiat Dealership.
The battery fluid is poiso-
nous and corrosive. Avoid
contact with the skin and eyes. Keep
naked flames and sources of sparks
away from the battery: risk of explo-
sion and fire.
WARNING
CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a gen-
uine spare part having the same specifi-
cations.
If a battery with different specifications is
fitted, the service intervals given in the
“Service schedule” in this section will no
longer apply.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s in-
structions for maintenance.
Running the battery with an
excessively low liquid level
will damage the battery beyond re-
pair and even cause an explosion.
WARNING
Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if
you want to install accessories (alarms,
mobile phone, etc.): they will suggest
the most suitable devices and advise
you if a higher capacity battery needs
to be installed.
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Headlight beam corrector
(electric corrector) .................. 82
Headlights ...................................... 82
Heated rear window ...... 45-48-52
Heating and ventilation................ 45
Identification data ....................... 182
Ignition switch .............................. 18
In an emergency ........................... 133
inertia fuel switch.......................... 67
Instrument panel .......................... 7
Interior ........................................... 180
Interior equipment
- card holder................................ 69
- cup/can holder.......................... 69
- current socket.......................... 70
- glove compartment ................. 68
- oddment compartments
(upper) ....................................... 68
- oddment shelf on roof ........... 70
- rear door compartment
- unit on roof ............................ 68Isofix child seat ............................. 103
Jack ................................................. 141
Key and door locking kit ........... 10
Keys ................................................. 11
Levels
- checking ................................... 167
Light buttons ................................. 66
Load limiters ................................. 97
Lubricants (features) .................... 196
Main beam headlights
- bulb replacement .................. 147
- controls .................................... 58
- flashing ...................................... 58
Manual climate control ............... 48
Mobile phone
- setup .......................................... 85
Multifunctional display
(on comfort panel) ..................... 23
Multifunctional display
(on modal panel) ........................ 20
Number plate light
- bulb replacement .................. 151
Oddment compartments
(upper) ......................................... 68
On board instruments ................ 19
Parking sensors ............................ 88
Performance ................................. 193
Plates .............................................. 182
Power socket................................. 70
Power windows
- electric ..................................... 74
- rear manual ............................... 75
Protecting the environment ...... 92
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones ......................................... 86
Rain sensor ................................... 61
Raising the vehicle ....................... 158
Rear fog light
- bulb replacement .................. 150
- control buttons ....................... 66
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