2017 FIAT 500X Owner handbook (in English)

Symbol What it means
WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel versions)
The symbol switches on constantly when driving (along with a message in the display), to indicate the
presence of water in the diesel filter.
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DPF CLEANING (particulate trap) in progress (diesel versions with DPF only)
The symbol switches on constantly to indicate that the DPF system needs to eliminate the trapped
pollutants (particulate) through the regeneration process.
The symbol does not switch on during every DPF regeneration, but only when driving conditions require
that the driver is notified. To turn off the symbol, keep the vehicle in motion until the regeneration process
is over. On average, the process lasts 15 minutes. Optimal conditions for completing the process are
achieved by travelling at 60 km/h with engine speed above 2000 rpm.
When this symbol switches on, it does not indicate a vehicle failure and thus it should not be taken to a
workshop.
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Symbol What it means
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel level sensor failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED
(where provided)
Diesel versions: the symbol turns on and is displayed for 3 minute cycles and intervals of 5 seconds
until the oil is changed.
The symbol is displayed until the problem is solved.
Petrol versions: the symbol switches on and then is not displayed when the display cycle is completed.
IMPORTANT After the first indication, each time the engine is started the symbol will continue to switch
on as described above until the oil is changed.
If the symbol flashes, this does not mean that there is a fault on the vehicle, rather it simply reports that it
is now necessary to change the oil as a result of regular use of the vehicle.
The deterioration of engine oil is accelerated by using the vehicle for short drives, preventing the engine
from reaching operating temperature.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on constantly together with the message in the display in the case of engine oil
pressure sensor failure.
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Symbol What it means
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) FAILURE
(where provided)
The symbol turns on (together with a message on the display) to indicate an Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
SCHEDULED SERVICING (SERVICE)
The “Service Schedule” includes car maintenance at fixed intervals (refer to the "Maintenance and care"
chapter). When the next scheduled service deadline is approaching, the symbol will be displayed,
followed by the number of kilometres/miles or days (where provided) left, when the ignition device is
turned to MAR.
This is displayed automatically, with ignition device at MAR, 2000 km before servicing or, where provided,
30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time the ignition device is turned to MAR or, for some
versions, every 200 km. Below this threshold servicing indications are more frequent. The display will be
in km or miles according to the unit of measurement set.
Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the "Service Schedule" operations will be performed and the message will
be reset.
This symbol turns on to indicate that the clutch pedal must be pressed to enable starting.
This symbol appears to suggest engaging a higher gear (upshifting).
The symbol appears to suggest engaging a lower gear (downshifting).
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Symbol What it means
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
The (white) symbol switches on when the speed limit (e.g. 110 km/h) set through the menu of the display
is exceeded (the inner value updates according to the set speed).
For versions/markets, where provided, the (red) symbol switches on when the speed limit set through the
menu of the display is exceeded: for these versions the value is set to 120.
ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL
The symbol switches on if the electronic Cruise Control is activated.
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Messages on the display
Message on display
BLIND SPOT ASSISTBLIND SPOT ASSIST SYSTEM
Sensor locking: in case of failure of the Blind Spot Assist system sensor, a
message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door mirrors
are switched on continuously. Free the bumper of any obstacles or clean it.
System not available: in case the Blind Spot Assist system is not available, a
message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door mirrors
are switched on continuously. The failed operation of the system might be due to
the insufficient voltage from the battery or other failures on the electrical system.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the electrical system
checked.
Blind Spot Assist system failure: in case of a failure of the Blind Spot Assist
system, a message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door
mirrors are switched off. An acoustic signal is also emitted. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
DYNAMIC STEERING TORQUEDST SYSTEM (Dynamic Steering Torque)
A dedicated message is displayed in the case of a DST system failure. Contact a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
PARK ASSISTACTIVE PARK ASSIST (where provided)
Temporary parking sensors failure: a dedicated message is displayed in
case of a temporary failure of the parking sensors. If the problem is still present
after cleaning the parking sensor area, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Permanent parking sensors failure: a dedicated message is displayed in
case of a permanent failure of the parking sensors. The failed operation of the
system might be due to the insufficient voltage from the battery or other failures
of the electrical system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
LANE ASSISTLANE ASSIST SYSTEM
Camera obstructed: a dedicated message is shown on the display in the case
of dirt on the windscreen, which may adversely affect correct operation of the
camera. Clean the windscreen using a soft clean cloth, taking care not to
scratch it. Should the failure persist, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
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Message on display
START&STOPSTART&STOP SYSTEM ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
Activation: the system activation is signalled by a message on the display. In
this case, the LED on the button is off.
Deactivation: a message will appear on the display when the system is off. In
this case, the LED on the button is on.
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WARNING
28)If, when the ignition device is turned to MAR, thewarning light does not switch on or stays on whilst driving, a failure may have
occurred 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.
29)The fault of the
warning light is signalled by the switching on of theicon on the instrument panel. In this case, the warning light may
not indicate any faults with the restraint systems. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.
30)If a failure is present with sharp braking, the rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may swerve.
IMPORTANT
13)If, turning the ignition device to MAR, thewarning light does not turn on or if it turns on steadily or flashing when travelling (on some
versions together with the message on the display), contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
14)If the warning light (or the icon on the display) flashes whilst driving, contact a Fiat Dealership.
15)If the symbol switches on when driving, stop the engine immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
16)Driving the vehicle with this symbol on may severely damage the gearbox, with resulting breakage. The oil may also overheat: contact with
hot engine or with exhaust components at high temperature could cause fires.
17)The presence of water in the fuel system circuit may cause severe damage to the injection system and irregular engine operation. If the
symbol is displayed contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to bleed the system. If the above indications come on immediately after
refuelling, water has probably been poured into the tank: switch the engine off immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
18)Vehicle travel speed should always be adapted to the traffic and weather conditions, and must always comply with traffic regulations. 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 it is always advisable to wait for the symbol to go off before turning off the engine,
following the instructions above. Do not complete the DPF regeneration process when the vehicle is stopped.
19)If the
warning light comes on, the exhausted engine oil should be changed as soon as possible, never drive more than 500 km from
the first switching-on of this warning light. Failure to observe the above may result in severe damage to the engine and invalidate the warranty.
Remember that when this warning light comes on, it does not mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if it flashes you do not need to top up
the engine oil.
20)If the symbol flashes when driving, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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SAFETY
The chapter that you are about to read
is very important: it describes the safety
systems with which the car is equipped
and provides instructions on how to
use them correctly.ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS......71
DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS . .75
OCCUPANT PROTECTION
SYSTEMS.................84
SEATBELTS................84
SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) SYSTEM .86
PRE-TENSIONERS............88
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS....90
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG.......103
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