2016 FIAT 500X Owners Manual

ESC System Disabled•What Does It Mean
By placing the ignition in the MAR/RUN
position, the indicator light illuminates, but
should go out as soon as the engine is
started.
The warning light will come on to indicate
the safety systems have been partially or
totally disabled. For more information of the system,
refer to Electronic Stability Control (ESC) in the
Safety section.
By reactivating the ESC system, the light goes out.
Engine Malfunction •What Does It Mean
The light is an integral part of the diagnos-
tic system of the vehicle, called OBD II. This system monitors the performance of the emis-
sions, engine, and automatic transmission control
systems.
The light comes on briefly (as a bulb check) when the
ignition is turned to the MAR/RUN. If the light does
not illuminate, it means that there is a failure.
In some conditions, such as the poor quality of the
fuel, the light may come on only after starting the
engine.
•
What To Do
Under these conditions, you can continue driving.
Avoid heavy efforts to the engine or high speeds. The
prolonged use of the car with the light illuminated
can cause damage to the engine.
Please contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Amber
Warning Light
Amber
Warning Light
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LaneSense System•What Does It Mean
Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) — If Equipped
The light comes on in the following ways:
Light illuminated (white): indicates that the system is
active and both of the lane markings have been
detected (the lines of the aisle are gray in color).
Light on as flashing light (amber): indicates that the
vehicle is going to cross over the lane marking.
Light illuminated (green): indicates that both lane
markings have been detected, and the system is
“armed.” The system will provide a torque warning
in the steering wheel if an unintentional lane depar-
ture occurs. Park/Headlight ON Indicator
•What Does It Mean
The light comes on by activating the park-
ing lights or headlights.
This feature allows you to maintain the
lights for a period of 30, 60, or 90 seconds
after placing the ignition in the STOP posi-
tion.
In some conditions, such as the poor quality of the
fuel, the light may come on only after starting the
engine.
Automatic High Beam Lights •What Does It Mean
The indicator light comes on by activating
the automatic high beam headlights.
Green
Warning Light
Green
Warning Light
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Front Fog Lights•What Does It Mean
The light comes on by activating the fog
lights.
Left/Right Turn Signals •What Does It Mean
The indicator lights flash when the multi-
function lever is moved up/down to
show proper operation of the front and
rear turn signal lights (down (left signal)
up (right signal). It is also used along with
the right arrow when the Hazard Warning
flashers are turned on. Headlights On
•What Does It Mean
The indicator light comes on by turning on
the headlights.
Cruise SET Indicator — If Equipped •What Does It Mean
This light will turn on when the electronic
speed control is SET.
Glow Plug Icon •What Does It Mean
This icon blinking indicates that the engine
cranking is inhibited in order to prevent
possible engine damage while starting at
low temperatures.
Green
Warning Light
Green
Direction
Indicators
Blue
Warning Light
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Symbols Displayed In The EVIC
Oil Pressure Warning Light•What Does It Mean
This telltale indicates low engine oil pressure.
If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle
and shut off the engine as soon as possible. A chime
will sound when this light turns on.
Do not operate the vehicle until the cause is cor-
rected. This light does not show how much oil is in
the engine. The engine oil level must be checked
under the hood.
NOTE: If the symbol comes on while driving, stop the
engine immediately and see an authorized dealer as soon
as possible. Air Bag Warning Light
•What Does It Mean
Illumination of the Air Bag Warning Light
indicates a failure of the air bag system
when the ignition switch is placed in the
MAR/RUN position.
The display shows the message dedicated.
• What To Do
If the light is either not on during starting, stays on,
or turns on while driving, have the system inspected
at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Charging System Light •What Does It Mean
This light shows the status of the electrical
charging system. If the light stays on or comes on
while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-
essential electrical devices or increase engine speed
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(if at idle). If the charging system light remains on, it
means that the vehicle is experiencing a problem with
the charging system.
•What To Do
Have your vehicle serviced immediately. See an au-
thorized dealer.
Door Ajar •What Does It Mean
This light will illuminate to indicate that
one or more doors may be ajar. With the
doors open and the vehicle in motion, a
chime will sound.
What To Do
Properly close the door(s). Hood Open Warning Light
•What Does It Mean
The light will illuminate when the engine
hood is not completely closed. With the
hood open and the vehicle in motion, a
chime will sound.
• What To Do
Properly close the hood.
Liftgate Open Warning Light •What Does It Mean
This light will illuminate when the liftgate
is open. With the tailgate open and the
vehicle in motion, a chime will sound.
• What To Do
Properly close the liftgate.
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Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)•What Does It Mean
The light will illuminate when the ignition
is first placed in the MAR/RUN or AVV/
START position and remain on briefly as a
bulb check. If the light does not come on during
starting, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while
the engine is running. Bring the vehicle to a complete
stop and place it into PARK. Cycle the ignition to the
STOP/OFF position; the light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light is flashing when the engine is running,
immediate service is required. You may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle or en-
gine stall, and your vehicle may require towing.
Automatic Transmission Failure •What Does It Mean
This light will illuminate when the system
detects a failure of the automatic transmis-
sion.
• What To Do
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Oil Temperature Warning Light •What Does It Mean
This light indicates engine oil temperature
is high.
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NOTE:
•Driving with this light illuminated may cause serious
damage to the engine. If the overheated oil comes in
contact with the engine or exhaust components, a fire
may occur.
• If the light turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and
shut off the engine as soon as possible.
SENTRY KEY / Vehicle Security Alarm System Failure •What Does It Mean
System Failure Sentry Key
After placing the ignition to the MAR/
RUN position, if there is a problem with the
system, the Vehicle Security Light will illuminate.
This condition will result in the engine being shut off
after two seconds.
• What To Do
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Enhanced Accident Response System
•What Does It Mean
The light illuminates when there is a fuel
system shut off.
• What To Do
To reactivate the fuel system shut off, refer to En-
hanced Accident Response System inIn Case Of
Emergency for more information. If you cannot
restore the supply of fuel, contact an authorized
dealer.
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure •What Does It Mean
This light indicates engine oil pressure sen-
sor failure. Please contact an authorized
dealer.
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Forward Collision Telltale•What Does It Mean
This light will illuminate to warn of a
possible collision with the vehicle in front
of you. If the light remains on, there may be
a fault in the system.
• What To Do
Please contact an authorized dealer.
Light Sensor Failure •What Does It Mean
The light illuminates in a the light sensor
failure.
• What To Do
Please contact an authorized dealer. Exterior Light Failure
•What Does It Mean
This light illuminates to indicate a failure of
any of the following lights:
1. Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
2. Parking lights
3. Turn Signals for trailer (if equipped)
4. Trailer lights (if equipped)
5. Position lights
6. Turn Signals
7. Rear Fog light
8. Reverse light
9. Stop lights
10. License Plate lights
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