2017 FIAT QUBO technical data

SEAT BELT REMINDER (red)
The warning light on the panel comes on steadily
when the vehicle is stationary and the driver's seat
belt is not correctly fastened. It will flash, and be
accompanied by an audible warning, if the front seat
belts are not correctly fastened when the vehicle
is moving.
The SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) acoustic warning tone
can be disabled only by a Fiat Dealership.
On some versions, the system can be reactivated
from the setup menu.
DOOR OPEN (red)
On certain versions, the warning light turns on when
one or more doors or the boot are not properly
closed.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL (red)
When turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning
light turns on but it should go off after a few
seconds.This warning light appears on the panel when the
engine oil level falls below the minimum
recommended value. Restore the correct engine oil
level (see “Checking fluid levels” in the "Servicing and
care" section).
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
INJECTION SYSTEM FAULT
(Multijet versions - amber) - EOBD
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
FAULT (petrol versions - amber)
Injection system failure
Under normal conditions, turning the ignition key to
MAR, the warning light turns on but it should go
off after 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.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue
travelling at moderate speed without demanding
excessive effort from the engine. In any case, you
should go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
EOBD engine management system failure
Under normal conditions, turning the ignition key to
MAR, the warning light turns on but it should go
off after the engine starts.
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This indicates that the warning light is working
correctly. If the warning light either stays on or
comes on during your journey:
fixed: this means there is a fault in the supply/
ignition system which could cause high exhaust
emissions, loss of performance, poor handling and
high fuel consumption levels. A specific message
is displayed on certain versions. Under these
conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at
moderate speed without demanding excessive
effort from the engine. Prolonged use of the
vehicle with the warning light on may cause
damage. Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible. The warning light goes out after the
fault disappears, but the indication is stored in the
system.
blinking: this indicates possible damage to the
catalytic converter (see “EOBD system” in the
“Know your vehicle” section). If the light flashes,
come off the accelerator pedal to reduce engine
revs until the warning light stops flashing; continue
the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid
driving conditions that may cause further flashing,
and get to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible if warning light
either does
not light up when the key is turned to
MAR to if while travelling the warning lights
comes on either steady or blinking (along with a
message on the display).The operation of warning
light
may be checked by the traffic police
using specific devices. Follow the laws in force in
the country where you are driving.
FUEL RESERVE (amber)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates the
warning light, but it should switch off after a few
seconds. The warning light switches on when about 6
to 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
The triangle on the right side of the
symbol
indicates the side of the car with the fuel filler.
IMPORTANT The warning light will blink to indicate
a system failure. If this is the case, go to a Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
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GLOW PLUG PREHEATING/GLOW
PLUG FAULT (Multijet versions -
amber)
Glow plugs preheating
This warning light comes on when the key is turned
to MAR. It will go out as soon as the glow plugs have
reached a preset temperature.
Start the engine as soon as the warning light goes
out.
IMPORTANT When it is particularly warm outside,
the warning light stays on for an extremely short
time.
Glow plug preheating fault
The warning light flashes if there is a fault in the
preheating system. Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
WATER IN DIESEL FUEL FILTER
(Multijet versions - amber)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning
light turns on but should go off after a few seconds.
The warning light
turns on when there is water in
the diesel fuel filter.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
The presence of water in the fuel supply
circuit may cause severe damage to the
injection system and irregular engine
operation. If warning light
lights up (on some
versions with the message on the display), go to a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the
system bled.Water may have entered the tank if
this appears immediately after refuelling: if this
happens, switch the engine off immediately
and contact a Fiat Dealership.
The presence of water in the fuel supply
circuit may cause severe damage to the
injection system and irregular engine
operation. If warning light
lights up (on some
versions, warning light
with the message on the
display), go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible to have the system bled.Water may have
entered the tank if this appears immediately
after refuelling: if this happens, switch the engine
off immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
ESC SYSTEM (amber)
ESC system activation
Flashing of the warning light while driving indicates
the intervention of the ESC system.
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ESC system failure
When the key is turned to MAR, the warning light
switches on, but it should switch off after a few
seconds; if the warning light does not switch off, or
stays on whilst driving, contact a Fiat Dealership. The
display will show a dedicated message.
HILL HOLDER FAILURE (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light switches on, but it should switch off after a few
seconds; the warning light on indicates a Hill Holder
system failure. In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible. The display will show a specific
message.
VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAULT - FIAT CODE (amber) -
ALARM FAULT (for
versions/markets, where provided -
amber) - BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
(amber)
Fiat CODE Vehicle protection system fault
If, with the ignition key at MAR, the warning light
stays on permanently, this indicates a possible failure
(see “Fiat Code system” in the “Know your vehicle”
section).
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.IMPORTANT Warning lights
andwill come
on at the same time to indicate a Fiat CODE system
failure.
If with the engine running the warning light
flashes, the vehicle is not protected by the engine
immobiliser (see “Fiat Code system” in section
“Know your vehicle”).
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have all the keys stored.
Alarm fault
A fault with the alarm system is signalled by this
warning light
(or symbol in the display) coming
on. A specific message is displayed on certain
versions.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Break-in attempt
The warning light will blink rapidly or the symbol will
appear on the display to indicate a break-in attempt.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in the following
circumstances:
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when an engine oil
pressure sensor failure is detected.
Go to a Fiat Dealership to have the fault fixed as
soon as possible.
Exterior lights fault
The warning light comes on (on some versions)
when a failure is detected in one of the following
lights:
side/tail lights
brake lights
rear fog lights
direction indicators
number plate lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or
more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a
break in the electrical connection.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.Fuel cut-off inertia switch tripped
The warning light switches on when the fuel cut-off
inertia switch is triggered.
The display will show a dedicated message.
Parking sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
See parking sensor warning light section.
Start&Stop fault
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when a Start&Stop
system fault is detected.
Warning light failure
The warning lightturns on and flashes to indicate a
failure of the warning light
. In this case, the
warning light may not indicate a fault in the
restraint systems.
Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the system checked.
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TPMS (amber)
TPMS failure
The warning light switches on and blinks for approx.
75 seconds, then it stays on constantly, when a
fault is detected in the TPMS.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
Tyre pressure low
The warning light switches on to indicate that the
tyre pressure is lower than the recommended value
and/or that a pressure loss is occurring. In these
circumstances, optimal tyre duration and fuel
consumption may not be guaranteed.
BRAKE PAD WEAR (amber)
The warning light goes on if the front brake pads are
worn. In this case replace them as soon as possible.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
PARKING SENSOR FAULT (yellow)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light turns on when a parking sensor
fault is detected.
On certain versions warning light
comes on
instead.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
ASR SYSTEM DEACTIVATED
(amber)
The ASR system can be turned off by pressing the
button ASR OFF.
The warning light switches on to warn the driver
that the system is off.
If the ASR OFF button is pressed again, the warning
light will switch off to inform the driver that the
system is on again.
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TRACTION PLUS SYSTEM
ACTIVATION (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the Traction Plus
system is activated by pressing the T+ button on
the dashboard.
The LED on the button turns on.
Traction Plus system failure
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, if the warning
light remains on or switches on together with the
LED on the button and the warning light
when
travelling, contact a Fiat Dealership.
The display will show a specific message.
CRUISE CONTROL (green)
The warning light turns on together with the
message on the display when turning the knurled ring
of the Cruise Control to ON.
SIDE/TAIL LIGHTS (green) -
FOLLOW ME HOME (green)
Side lights/tail lights
The warning light comes on when the side/taillights
are turned on.
Follow Me Home
The warning light will turn on when this device is
active (see “Follow me home” in the “Know your
vehicle” section).
The display will show a dedicated message.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS (green)
The warning light turns on when the front fog lights
are turned on.
REAR FOG LIGHTS (amber)
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights
are turned on.
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LEFT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green - intermittent)
The light (arrow) comes on when the direction
indicator control lever is moved downwards
or, together with the right-hand arrow, when the
hazard warning light button is pressed.
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR (green - intermittent)
The light (arrow) comes on when the direction
indicator control lever is moved upwards or,
together with the left-hand arrow, when the hazard
warning light button is pressed.
MAIN BEAMS (blue)
The warning light switches on when the main beams
are activated.
GEAR SHIFT INDICATION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On vehicles with a manual gearbox, the gear shift
indicator suggests gear changes to the driver (SHIFT
UP or SHIFT DOWN) via a special display on the
control panel. This suggestion to change gear is
designed to improve consumption and ensure the
best driving style.
NoteThe indication in the instrument panel remains
on until the driver makes a gear change or until the
driving conditions return to a situation where a
gear change is not required to improve consumption
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