2013 FIAT STRADA light

PASSENGER AIRBAG
DEACTIVATED
(amber)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The Fwarning light switches on
when the front passenger side airbag
is deactivated.
With the front passenger airbag
enabled, when the ignition key is
turned to MAR, the Fwarning light
switches on constantly for about 4
seconds, flashes for another 4
seconds and then should switch off.
F
Failure of the F
warning light is
indicated by the
¬warning
light switching on.
In addition, the airbag system
automatically disables the
airbags on the passenger’s
side. Before proceeding,
contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the
system checked.
WARNING
AIRBAG FAILURE
(red)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
When the key is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on but should
switch off after a few seconds. The
warning light switches on constantly
if there is a fault in the airbag system.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
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If the ¬warning light
does not switch on when
the key is turned to MAR or
stays on when driving, there may
be a fault with the restraint
systems. In this case, the airbags
or the pretensioners may not be
activated in the case of an
accident or (in a lesser number
of cases) they may be activated
incorrectly. Contact a Fiat
Dealership immediately to have
the system checked.
WARNING
The failure of the ¬
warning light is
indicated by the flashing, for
more than the normal 4
seconds, of the front passenger
airbag deactivated warning
light
F. In addition, the
airbag system automatically
disables the airbags on the
passenger’s side (front airbag
and side bags for
versions/markets, where
provided). In this case, the
¬warning light may not indicate
faults in the restraint systems.
Before proceeding, contact a
Fiat Dealership immediately to
have the system checked.
WARNING
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EXCESSIVE ENGINE
COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (red)
When the key is turned to
MAR, the warning light switches on
but should switch off after a few
seconds.
The warning light turns on when the
engine is overheated.
If the warning light switches on,
proceed as follows:
– In the case of normal driving: stop
the vehicle, stop the engine and
check that the level of coolant in
the reservoir is not below the
MIN reference. In these
circumstances, wait a few minutes
to let the engine cool, then open
the reservoir cap slowly and
cautiously.
Top up with coolant, making sure
that the level of fluid is between
the MIN and MAX references on
the reservoir. Also check visually
for leaks. If, when restarting, the
warning light should come on
again, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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– If the vehicle is used under
demanding conditions (e.g. towing
trailers uphill or fully loaded): slow
down and, if the light stays on,
stop the vehicle.
Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the
engine running and slightly
accelerated to further favour the
coolant circulation. Then stop the
engine. Check correct fluid level in
the reservoir as described above.IMPORTANT Over demanding
routes, it is advisable to keep the
engine on and slightly accelerated for
a few minutes before switching it off.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
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ABS SYSTEM
FAILURE (amber)
When the key is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on but should
switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light will switch on
when the system is either not
working or not available. 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.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message. BATTERY CHARGE
LOW (red)
The warning light switches
on when the ignition key is turned
to MAR, but it should switch off as
soon as the engine has started (with
the engine idling a brief delay before
switching off is acceptable).
If the warning light stays on, contact
a Fiat Dealership immediately.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
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EBD FAILURE
(red - amber)
(for versions/
markets, where
provided)
If the
xand >warning lights
switch on simultaneously with the
engine running, this indicates that
there is a fault in the EBD system or
that the system in unavailable.
In this case, the rear wheels may
suddenly lock and the vehicle may
swerve when braking sharply. Drive
very carefully to a Fiat Dealership to
have the system inspected
immediately.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
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Constant: LOW
ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE (red)
Flashing: ENGINE OIL
DETERIORATED
(red)
When the key is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on, but should
switch off as soon as the engine is
started.
Low engine oil pressure
The warning light switches on
constantly, together with a message
(for versions/markets, where
provided) on the display, when the
system detects that engine oil
pressure is too low.
vIf the vwarning
light switches on when
the vehicle is travelling (on
certain versions together with a
message on the display) stop
the engine immediately and
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Engine oil deteriorated
The
vwarning light starts to
flash together with a message on the
display (for versions/markets, where
provided) when the system detects
that the engine oil has deteriorated.
If the warning light flashes, this does
not mean that the vehicle is faulty,
but simply informs the driver that it
is now necessary to change the
engine oil as a result of regular
vehicle use.If the oil is not changed, when a
second deterioration threshold is
reached, the
Uwarning light also
switches on in the instrument panel
and engine operation is limited to
3000 rpm.
If the oil is still not changed, when a
third deterioration threshold is
reached, the engine is limited to
1500 rpm to avoid damage.
To avoid damaging the
engine you are advised
to change the engine oil
when the warning light
v
flashes. Contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as
possible if the
U
warning light does not switch on
when the ignition key is turned
to MAR or if it switches on
when driving (together with a
message on the display on some
versions). The operation of the
Uwarning light may be
checked by the traffic control
authorities using specific
devices. Always comply with the
traffic regulations in force in the
country where you are driving.
INJECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE (amber)
In normal conditions, when the
ignition key is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on, but should
switch off when the engine starts.
If the warning light stays on or
comes on when travelling, it means
there is a fault in the injection
system which could cause loss of
performance, poor handling and high
fuel consumption levels.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
Under these conditions, the vehicle
can continue travelling at moderate
speed without demanding excessive
effort from the engine. In any case,
you should contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible. DOORS NOT
CLOSED
CORRECTLY (red)
On certain versions, the warning
light switches on when one or more
doors are not closed correctly. On
some versions, the display shows a
dedicated message. On some
versions, an acoustic signal is emitted
when the vehicle is in motion.SEAT BELTS NOT
FASTENED (red)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to
MAR-ON, the warning light flashes
10 times in 10 seconds, regardless of
whether or not the seat belt is
fastened.
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FIAT CODE VEHICLE
PROTECTION
SYSTEM FAULT
(amber) (for versions/
markets where provided)
The warning light may come on
(and a message on the multifunction
display may appear on certain
versions) to indicate that there is a
fault in the Fiat Code system or, if
applicable, the alarm system; in this
case, contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
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FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
When the key is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on but should
switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light switches on when
5.5 to 7.5 litres of fuel are left in the
tank.
On some versions, the
Kwarning
light flashes on the display.
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PLUG
PREHEATING/PLUG
PREHEATING
FAILURE (amber)
Plug preheating
This warning light switches on when
the key is turned to MAR. It will
switch off when the plugs have
reached a preset temperature.
Start the engine as soon as the
warning light switches off.
IMPORTANT At high ambient
temperatures, the warning light may
stay on for an extremely short time.
Plug preheating failure
The warning light flashes if there is a
fault in the plug preheating system.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
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BRAKE PAD WEAR
(amber)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The warning light switches on if the
front brake pads are worn. In this
case replace them as soon as
possible.
On certain versions a dedicated
message is displayed.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
FAULT (amber)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The warning light will switch on, on
some versions, when a fault with
one of the following lights is
detected:
– side lights
– brake lights
– rear fog lights
– direction indicators
– number plate lights.
The fault relating to these lights
could be: one or more blown bulbs,
a blown protection fuse or a break
in the electrical connection.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.The presence of water in
the fuel supply circuit
may cause severe
damage to the injection system
and irregular engine operation.
If the
cwarning light switches
on (on some versions together
with the message on the
display), contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible
to have the system bled. If this
problem is indicated
immediately after refueling,
water may have entered the fuel
tank. In this case, stop the
engine immediately and contact
a Fiat Dealership.
W
WATER IN DIESEL
FILTER (amber)
When the key is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on but should
switch off after a few seconds.
The cwarning light switches on
when there is water in the diesel
filter.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
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GENERIC FAILURE
INDICATION (amber)
The warning light switches on in the
following circumstances.
DPF (particulate filter) cleaning
in progress
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The warning light switches on to
inform the driver that the DPF
system needs to eliminate the
trapped pollutants (particulate)
through the regeneration process.
The warning light will switch off if
the vehicle remains in motion until
the regeneration process has been
completed.
Together with the warning light, the
display shows the dedicated
message.
On some versions, together with the
message on the display, there is an
acoustic signal. If this warning light comes on, it
does not mean that the vehicle is
defective, so there is no need to
take it to a Fiat Dealership.Speed limit exceeded
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
This warning light switches on
(on some versions together with a
dedicated message on the display
and an acoustic signal) when the
vehicle exceeds the speed limit set
previously.
Fuel cut-off inertia switch
tripped
The warning light switches on when
the fuel cut-off inertia switch is
tripped.
The display will show the dedicated
message.
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Always drive at a speed
appropriate to the
traffic conditions, the weather
and traffic regulations. You are
advised to stop the engine and
stop driving only after the
warning light has switched off,
following completed
regeneration.
WARNING
DRIVING LIGHTS
(amber)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The warning light comes on when
the driving lights are activated.
These operate only with main beam
headlights on.„
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