2015 FIAT PANDA display

Warning light What it means
ELD SYSTEM (Panda Cross and Panda 4x4 versions)
The warning light on flashing indicates activation of the electronic locking differential (ELD) function.
HDC SYSTEM (Panda Cross versions)
The warning light on constantly, along with a dedicated message on the display, indicates activation of the
HDC function. Deactivation of the function is signalled by flashing of the warning light, by an acoustic
warning and by a dedicated message on the display.
PETROL/LPG SWITCHING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Warning light on constantly: LPG operation.
Warning light off: petrol operation.
PETROL/METHANE SWITCHING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Warning light on constantly: methane operation.
Warning light off: petrol operation.
FOG LIGHTS
The warning light switches on when the fog lights are turned on.
SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS/FOLLOW ME HOME
Side lights and dipped beam headlights
The warning light switches on when side lights or dipped beam headlights are turned on.
Follow me home
The warning light comes on, on some versions along with a message on the display, when the "Follow me
home" device is used.
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Green warning lights

STOP/START SYSTEM ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
(For versions/markets, where provided)The message is displayed when the Stop/Start system is activated/deactivated by
pressing thebutton in the central part of the dashboard.
With the Stop/Start system on, the LED on the button is off; if the system is deactivated
the LED comes on.
HDC FUNCTIONS MESSAGES
(Panda Cross versions)With the "HDC" on, the following messages can be displayed.
❒HDC on
❒HDC off
❒HDC cannot be activated
❒HDC off, wait for the brakes to cool down
SERVICE (SCHEDULED SERVICING) EXPIREDWhen the next scheduled service is approaching, the word “Service” appears on the
display, followed by the number of kilometres or miles left. This is displayed automatically,
with ignition key at MAR, 2000 km (or equivalent value in miles) before servicing or, where
provided, 30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time the key is turned to MAR
or, for versions/markets, where provided, every 200 km (or equivalent value in miles).
Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" operations will be
performed and the message will be reset.
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Symbols and messages on the display
Symbols and messages on the display
The symbol is displayed, along with a dedicated message, in the event of an LPG system
failure.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible, running on petrol.
The symbol is displayed, along with a dedicated message, in the event of a methane
supply system failure.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible, running on petrol.

Symbols and messages on the display
DUALOGIC GEARBOX MESSAGESFor versions equipped with "Dualogic" gearbox, the following messages can be displayed:
❒Reduce gear changes
❒Manual mode not available
❒Automatic mode not available
❒Clutch overheating
❒Press the brake pedal
❒Press the brake pedal - delayed start-up
❒Gear not available
❒Manoeuvre not allowed
❒Press brake pedal and repeat manoeuvre
❒Positioning of the gear lever at N (neutral).
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WARNING
26)If the messages continue to be shown in the display, contact a Fiat Dealership.
27)In order to safeguard the efficiency of the clutch, do not use the accelerator to keep the vehicle stationary (e.g. when stopped on an
incline); if the clutch overheats it could damage it; use the brake pedal instead and only use the accelerator pedal when you decide to set off.
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ASR (AntiSlip
Regulation) SYSTEM
It is an integral part of the ESC system.
It is automatically activated in the case
of drive wheels slipping, loss of grip
on wet roads (aquaplaning) and
acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy
roads, etc.
Depending on the slipping conditions,
two different control systems are
activated:
❒if the slipping involves both drive
wheels, the ASR intervenes reducing
the power transmitted by the engine;
❒if the slipping only involves one of the
drive wheels, it intervenes automatically
braking the wheel that is slipping.
Engagement/disengagement of the
ASR system
The ASR system switches on
automatically each time the engine is
started.
Whilst driving, the ASR can be switched
off and subsequently switched on
again by pressing the ASR OFF button
fig. 46.
On some versions, the intervention of
the system is indicated by a dedicated
message shown on the display. When
the system is not active, the LED on the
button ASR OFF turns on and, on
some versions, a message appears on
the display.When the ASR is deactivated whilst
driving, the next time the vehicle is
started the ASR is automatically
activated.
When travelling on snowy roads with
snow chains, it may be helpful to turn
the ASR off: in fact, in these conditions,
the driving wheels skidding when
setting off gives you better traction.
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HBA (Hydraulic Brake
Assist) SYSTEM
The HBA system is designed to
improve the vehicle's braking capacity
during emergency braking. The system
detects an emergency braking by
monitoring the speed and strength with
which the brake pedal is pressed,
thereby applying the optimal brake
pressure.This can reduce the braking distance:
the HBA system therefore completes
the ABS.
Maximum assistance from the HBA
system is obtained by pressing the
brake pedal very quickly. In addition,
the brake pedal must be pressed
continuously during braking, avoiding
intermittent presses, to benefit from the
system.
Do not reduce pressure on the brake
pedal until braking is not necessary
anymore.
The HBA system is deactivated when
the brake pedal is released.
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ELD (Electronic Locking
Differential) SYSTEM
(Panda Cross and Panda 4x4 versions)
The ELD system allows the drive force
to be evenly distributed over the same
axle when one or both wheels are
slipping. The ELD acts by braking the
wheels with poor grip (or those slipping
more than the others), thereby
transferring the drive force to those
which have greater grip on the ground.
The system operates at speeds below
50 km/h. Above this speed, it is
automatically deactivated and it is
reactivated when the speed falls below
50 km/h.
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The activation of the ELD system
involves the following functions being
switched on:
❒inhibition of the ASR function, in
order to fully exploit the engine torque;
❒differential lock effect on the front and
rear axles, via the braking system, to
improve drive on uneven surfaces.
Enabling the system
To arrange operation of the ELD system
press button A fig. 47 (4x4 versions)
or turn the ring nut fig. 48 to the right
(Cross versions) and keep it in this
position until LED 2 on the selector
lights up.
System intervention
The
warning light on the instrument
panel flashes to signal that the system
has intervened.If the space-saver wheel is used
If the space-saver wheel is used, the
control unit for 4x4 drive detects its
presence (via the wheel speed signals)
and reduces the intervention of the
four-wheel drive mode to a minimum,
while guaranteeing the agility of the
vehicle. No fault/alarm signal is
displayed on the instrument panel or on
the display.
Disabling the system
To disable the system, press button A
fig. 47 (4x4 versions) or turn the ring nut
fig. 48 to the left (Cross versions) and
keep it in this position until LED 1
on the selector lights up.HDC (Hill Descent
Control) SYSTEM
(Panda Cross versions)
It is an integral part of the ESC system
and is aimed at keeping the vehicle at a
constant speed during a descent,
operating autonomously on the brakes
in various ways at the same time. In this
way the HDC function helps the driver
when facing steep gradient roads in
low-grip and/or rough ground
conditions.
Noise and vibrations coming from the
wheel sides (brakes) when the HDC
system is activated are normal.
IMPORTANT The system does not
relieve the driver of the responsibility of
controlling the vehicle and does not
replace attention while driving. The
driver of the vehicle takes the complete
responsibility for the consequences of
their actions and of an incorrect and not
responsible use of the vehicle.
Enabling the system
To arrange operation of the HDC
system, turn ring nut fig. 49, with LED 2
on, to the right, and keep it in this
position until LED 3 on the selector
lights up. Thewarning light comes
on in the instrument panel and the
dedicated message is displayed.
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IMPORTANT System intervention
set-up can be engaged only with "Off
Road" mode activated.
System intervention
To activate the system reach a speed
slower than 25 km/h. After reaching the
desired speed, release the accelerator
and brake pedals completely. If you
want to increase/decrease the speed,
press the accelerator/brake pedals
again.
IMPORTANT The system is also
available for very low speeds between
km/h and 9 km/h, but in this interval
the gearbox must be set to neutral to
prevent engine stalling.IMPORTANT For speeds above 9 km/h,
the HDC system must be used with a
gear that is suitable for the set speed,
in order to prevent possible engine
stalling. While the HDC system is
operating it is also possible to take
control of the vehicle again by pressing
the brake and accelerator pedals. If
the HDC is not available when system
intervention set-up is engaged, this
could be due to brake overheating. In
this case, wait for a few minutes.
IMPORTANT The system is available for
speeds between 5 km/h and 25 km/h.
It is advisable to use the system with
low gears (first, second and third).
IMPORTANT On level ground in urban
areas it is advisable to deactivate the
HDC system intervention set-up, since
for speeds below 25 km/h in some
usage conditions, such as when setting
off, gearshifting and driving over road
humps without using the accelerator
pedal, the system might activate.
Disabling the system
To deactivate the system, turn the ring
nut fig. 49 to the left, keeping it in
this position until LED 3 on the selector
switches off.IMPORTANT If the braking system
overheats the system will deactivate
through a gradual release of the braking
pressure, leaving vehicle control to the
driver. Deactivation of the HDC system
is accompanied by flashing of the
warning light, by a dedicated
message on the display and an
acoustic warning. To reactivate the
system intervention set-up wait for the
system to cool down and turn the
ring nut again.
IMPORTANT If the speed exceeds
km/h and is below 50 km/h, the
deactivated but is ready for being
reactivated when the speed drops back
below 25 km/h. In this case the
indication on the instrument panel turns
off and the LED on the ring nut stays
on. If vehicle speed exceeds 50 km/h,
the HDC system completely
deactivates and each individual action
made by the system on the brakes
is blocked. To reactivate it, turn the ring
nut again when the speed is again
below 25 km/h.
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69)The HBA system is an aid for the driver,
who must always pay full attention while
driving. The responsibility always rests with
the driver. The features of the HBA system
must never be tested in imprudent or
dangerous ways, with the possibility of
putting the safety of the driver, occupants
or other road users at risk.DRIVING
ASSISTANCE
SYSTEMS
TP (Traction Plus)
SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Traction Plus is a driving aid, useful
for setting off in poor grip conditions
(snow, ice, mud, etc.) which allows the
drive force to be distributed in the
best way over the front axle when one
wheel is slipping.
Traction Plus acts by braking the
wheels with poor grip (or those slipping
more than the others), thereby
transferring the drive force to those
which have greater grip on the ground.
Engagement/disengagement
The system is deactivated when
starting. To activate the Traction Plus
system, press the T+ button fig. 50: the
LED on the button switches on; the
display shows a dedicated message.
To disengage the system press the T+
button again.Operation
This function operates below a
threshold of 30 km/h. When this speed
is exceeded, it is automatically
deactivated (the LED in the button
remains on) and it is reactivated as
soon as the speed goes below the level
of 30 km/h.
The activation of the Traction Plus
system causes the differential locking
effect on the front axle, through the
braking system, to improve traction on
irregular grounds.
If the Traction Plus system is faulty, the
ESCwarning light on the instrument
panel switches on constantly.
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CBC (City Brake
Control) SYSTEM -
"Collision Mitigation"
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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This is a driving assistance system,
which includes a laser sensor, located
in the upper part of the windscreen
fig. 51, that can detect the presence of
nearby cars in front of the vehicle and,
in the case of an imminent collision,
intervenes automatically, braking the
vehicle to prevent the impact or
mitigate its effects.
The system only works if:
❒the ignition key is at MAR;
❒the vehicle speed is between 5 and
30 km/h;
❒the front seat belts are fastened.Anyway, the system can be deactivated
(then reactivated) through the Setup
Menu on the display.
The system intervenes if there is risk of
imminent collision and the driver does
not press the brake pedal promptly.
If the system detects that the vehicle
ahead could be hit, it may prepare the
vehicle to a possible emergency
braking.
If the driver does not carry out any
action to prevent the collision, the
system may automatically slow down
the vehicle, in order to prepare it to
a possible impact.
When there is risk of impact, if the
action on the brake pedal by the driver
is not sufficient, the system may
intervene in order to improve
the reaction of the braking system,
therefore reducing vehicle speed
further.
When driving uphill on a steep slope,
the system may intervene, activating
the braking system.
Versions equipped with Stop/Start
system: at the end of the automatic
braking, the Stop/Start system will
activate as described in the "Stop/Start
system" paragraph of the "Starting
and driving" chapter.Versions equipped with manual
gearbox: at the end of the automatic
braking the engine may stall and turn
off, unless the driver presses the clutch
pedal.
Versions equipped with "Dualogic"
gearbox(for versions/markets, where
provided): at the end of braking the last
gear stored remains engaged.
IMPORTANT Both on versions
equipped with manual gearbox and on
those with "Dualogic" gearbox (for
versions/markets, where provided),
after the vehicle is stopped the brake
calipers may be stuck for about 2
seconds for safety reasons. Make sure
you press the brake pedal if the vehicle
moves slightly forwards.
IMPORTANT The system doesNOT
activate when reverse is engaged. The
system doesNOTactivate if the front
seat belts are not fastened.
Engagement/disengagement
The system can be deactivated (then
reactivated) through the Setup Menu on
the display.
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