2013 FIAT PANDA Owners Manual

IMPORTANT If the warning light comes on when the
vehicle is in motion, check that the handbrake is
not engaged.
EBD FAILURE (red)
(amber)
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red),
(amber) and
(amber) warning lights with the
engine on, indicates either a failure of the EBD
system or that the system is not available. In this
case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the
vehicle may swerve when braking sharply. Drive very
carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the
system inspected immediately. On some versions the
display shows the dedicated message.
ABS FAILURE (amber)
Turning the key to MAR switches on the warning
light, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light switches on (on some versions,
with a message on the display and a symbol on
the display) when the system is not efficient. In this
case the braking system maintains its own efficiency
unaltered but without the advantage of the ABS
system. Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
AIRBAG FAILURE (red)
Turning the key to MAR switches on the warning
light, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light switches on constantly (on some
versions, with a message on the display and a symbol
on the display) to indicate an airbag system fault.
WARNING
If, when turning the key to MAR, the
warning light
does not switch on or
stays on whilst driving, a fault may be present in
the restraint systems. In this case the airbags
or pretensioners may not be deployed in an
impact or, in a lower number of cases, they may
be deployed accidentally. Before continuing,
contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have
the system checked.
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WARNING
Afaultwiththe
warning light is
indicated by flashing of the
warning
light , which signals the deactivation of the
passenger side front airbag. In addition, the
airbag system automatically disables the
airbags on the passenger's side (front and side
bags - for versions/markets, where provided).
In this case, the
warning light may not
indicate faults in the restraint systems. Before
continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system checked.
PASSENGER/SIDE AIRBAGS
DEACTIVATED (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The
warning light switches on when the front
passenger's airbag and side bag are disabled. With
front passenger airbag on, when the ignition key
is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on
constantly for several seconds, it flashes for another
few seconds and then it should switch off.
WARNING
A failure of the
warning light is
indicated by
warning light switching
on. In addition, the airbag system automatically
disables the airbags on the passenger's side
(front and side bags where provided). Before
continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system checked.
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED (red)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on constantly with the
car stationary and the driver's side or passenger side
seat belt (when the passenger is present) not
fastened. The warning light will flash and a buzzer will
sound if the car is in motion and the front seat belts
are not correctly fastened.
Contact a Fiat Dealership if you wish to permanently
deactivate the SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system
buzzer. The system can be reactivated using the
Setup menu (see the description in the "Knowing
your car" section).
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LOW BATTERY CHARGE (red)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning
light switches on but should switch off as soon as
the engine is started (with the engine idling, a brief
delay is acceptable).
If the warning light (or, on some versions, a message
and a symbol on the display) remains on constantly
or flashing, contact a Fiat Dealership.ON CONSTANTLY: LOW ENGINE
OIL PRESSURE (red)
ON FLASHING: ENGINE OIL
DETERIORATED
(only Diesel versions with DPF - red)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning
light switches on but should switch off as soon as
the engine is started.
1. Low engine oil pressure
The warning light switches on constantly together
(for versions/markets, where provided) with a
message on the display when the system detects that
the engine oil pressure is too low.
WARNING
If the
warning light switches on
when driving (on certain versions
together with the message on the display) stop
the engine immediately and contact a Fiat
Dealership.
2. Engine oil deteriorated
(only Diesel versions with DPF)
The warning light will flash and a specific message will
appear on the display (in versions/markets, where
provided). The warning light flashes for 3 minute
cycles with the warning light off for intervals of
5 seconds until oil is changed.
After the first indication, at each engine start-up the
warning light will continue flashing as described
above until the oil is changed. The display shows a
dedicated message (for versions/markets, where
provided) together with the warning light.
The flashing of this warning light should not be
considered as a fault; it informs the customer that
the oil needs to be changed following normal car use.
Remember that the deterioration of the engine oil
is accelerated by:
❒mainly town use of the car which makes the DPF
regeneration process more frequent;
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❒use of the car for short drives, in which the engine
does not have time to reach its regular operating
temperature;
❒repeated interruption of the regeneration process,
signalled by the DPF warning light switching on.
WARNING
If the warning light switches on, the
deteriorated engine oil must be changed
as soon as possible, and never more than 500
km from the first time that the warning light
switches on. Failure to observe the above may
result in severe damage to the engine and
invalidate the warranty. Remember that the
operation of this warning light is not related to
the amount of oil in the engine.Therefore,
never top up with oil when the light starts
flashing.EXCESSIVE ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (red)
Turning the key to MAR switches on the warning
light, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light switches on (on some versions,
with a message on the display and a symbol on
the display) when the engine is overheated.If the warning light comes on when driving, proceed
as follows:
❒when driving normally:stop the car, stop the
engine and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. If it is, wait
for a few minutes for the engine to cool down
then slowly and carefully open the cap, top up with
coolant and check that the level is between the
MIN and MAX marks. Also check visually for any
fluid leaks. If, when restarting, the warning light
should switch on again, contact a Fiat Dealership;
❒if the car is used under demanding
conditions(e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully
loaded): slow down and, if the light stays on, stop
the car. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine
running and slightly accelerated to further favour
the coolant circulation. Then stop the engine.
Check the correct liquid level as described above.
IMPORTANT On demanding routes, it is advisable to
keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for a
few minutes before stopping it.
FUEL RESERVE - LIMITED RANGE
(amber)
This warning light comes on when about 5 to 7 litres
of fuel are left in the tank. When the remaining
range is lower than approx. 50 km (or equivalent
value in miles), on some versions, the display will
show a warning message.
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IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicate
a system failure. If this is the case, go to a Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE (amber)
In normal conditions, the warning light switches on
when the key is turned to MAR (on some versions,
with a message on the display), but should switch off
as soon as the engine is started.
If the warning light remains on or switches on whilst
driving, the injection system is not working properly;
in particular, if the warning light switches on
constantly, this indicates a malfunction in the
supply/ignition system that could cause excessive
exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance,
poor driveability and high fuel consumption.
In these conditions, you can continue driving without
demanding excessive effort or speed from the
engine. Prolonged use of the car with the warning
light on may cause damage: contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
The warning light switches off after the malfunction
disappears, but the notification is stored in the
system.
NOTE (valid only for petrol engines)
If the warning light flashes, the catalytic converter
may be damaged.In this case, it is necessary to release the accelerator
pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the
warning light stops flashing; continue the journey at
moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions
that may cause further flashing and contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible if the
warning light either does
notswitchonwhenthekeyisturnedto
MAR or if while driving the warning light switches
on either constantly or flashing (along with a
message and a symbol on the display on some
versions). Operation of the
warning light may
be verified by traffic control officers using
appropriate equipment . Comply with the laws
and regulations of the country where you are
driving.
ESC SYSTEM FAILURE (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light switches on when the ignition key
is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a
few seconds. If the warning light does not switch off
or stays on (along with a message on the display
on some versions) whilst driving, contact a Fiat
Dealership. Flashing of the warning light while driving
indicates the intervention of the ESC system.
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Hill Holder failure
This warning light switches on, on some versions
together with a message in the display, in the event
of a Hill Holder system fault. In this case, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches
on (along with a message on the display on some
versions) to indicate a Fiat CODE system failure: in
this case contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.PLUG PREHEATING/PLUG
PREHEATING FAILURE (diesel
versions) (amber)
PLUG PREHEATING
The warning light switches on when the key is turned
to MAR and switches off when the plugs have
reached the preset temperature. The engine can be
started as soon as the warning light switches off.
IMPORTANT At moderate or high ambient
temperatures the warning light may stay on for an
extremely short time.PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE
The warning light flashes (together with a message
and a symbol on the display on some versions)
to indicate a fault in the plug preheating system.
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have the fault fixed as
soon as possible.
"DUALDRIVE" ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE (red)
This warning light switches on when the key is
turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few
seconds. If the warning light (or, on some versions, a
message and a symbol on the display) stays on, you
may not have steering assistance and the effort
required to operate the steering wheel could be
notably increased; steering is, however, possible. In
this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT In some circumstances, factors
independent of the electric power steering could
cause the warning light on the instrument panel to
switch on. In this case, stop the car immediately
(should it be in motion), stop the engine for about
20 seconds and then restart the engine. If the
warning light (or, on some versions, a message and a
symbol on the display) stays on, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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IMPORTANT After the battery is disconnected, the
steering must be initialised. The warning light
switches on to indicate this. To carry out this
procedure, simply turn the steering wheel all the way
from one end to the other or drive in a straight line
for about a hundred metres.
DPF (PARTICULATE FILTER)
CLEANING IN PROGRESS
(only diesel versions with DPF) (amber)
This warning light switches on when the ignition key
is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a
few seconds. The warning light (together with a
message and a symbol on the display on some
versions) switches on constantly to notify the driver
that the DPF system needs to eliminate captured
pollutants (particulate) through the regeneration
process.
The warning light does not switch on during every
DPF regeneration, but only when driving conditions
require that the driver is notified. To switch the
warning light off, the car must be kept in motion
until the regeneration process is completed.
On average, the process lasts fifteen minutes.
Optimal conditions for completing the process are
achieved by travelling at 60 km/h with engine revs
above 2000 rpm.
If this light switches on, it does not mean that the
car is defective, so there is no need to take it to
a garage. A specific message will appear on thedisplay when the warning light comes on (for
versions/markets, where provided).
WARNING
The driving speed must always be
suitable for traffic and weather
conditions and the driver must always comply
with the Highway Code.The engine can be
stopped even if the DPF warning light is on;
however, repeated interruptions of the
regeneration process could cause premature
deterioration of the engine oil. For this reason,
always wait until the warning light switches
off before stopping the engine as described
above. It is not advisable to complete DPF
regeneration with the car stationar y.GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION
(amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on in the following
circumstances. In these cases contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the fault eliminated as soon as
possible.
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Speed limit exceeded
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on (together with a
message on the display) when the speed limit set in
the Setup Menu is exceeded.
When the car exceeds this value, on some versions a
message and a symbol are shown in the display and
an acoustic signal is emitted.
Fuel cut-off system intervention/fault
The warning light switches on (together with a
message on the display) in the event of fuel cut-off
system intervention/fault.
Start&Stop system fault
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on (together with a
message on the display) when a Start&Stop system
failure is detected.
In the event of a Start&Stop system failure, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
Temporary or permanent City Brake Control
- "Collision Mitigation" system failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on (together with a
message on the display) when a temporary or
permanent City Brake Control - "Collision
Mitigation" system failure is detected.If the failure is permanent: contact a Fiat Dealership
to have the system checked.
Parking sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on (together with a
message on the display) when a parking sensor fault
is detected.
Exterior lights failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light will come on when a fault to one
of the following lights is detected:
❒side lights;
❒number plate lights;
❒rear fog lights;
❒direction indicators;
❒daytime running lights (DRL).
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The engine oil pressure sensor failure is indicated by
the activation of the warning light on the instrument
panel.
Water in diesel filter (diesel versions)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Turning the key to MAR switches on the warning
light, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
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