2017 FIAT SPIDER ABARTH lights

Amber Warning Lights Warning Lights What It Means
Led Headlight Warning Light
This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Contact an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) Off Indicator Light — If Equipped
A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions:
The light does not turn on when the ignition is placed in the ON position.
The light remains turned on even if the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch is operated.
It turns on while driving the vehicle.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors can
detect, the system may pause (the warning light illuminates). However, it does not indicate a
malfunction.
Low Fuel Warning Light
The light turns on when the remaining fuel is about 2.3 gallons (9.0 liters).
The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves around according
to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture. Add fuel.
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. Add washer fluid.
Cruise Control Activation — If Equipped
The warning light illuminates when the cruise control system is activated.
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Amber Warning Lights Warning Light What It Means
TCS / DSC System Indicator Light
The warning light turns on when the in case of intervention of TCS/DSC systems. This means
that the vehicle is in critical stability and grip conditions.
DSC Off Indicator Light
The warning light turns on when the DSC system is deactivated.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light
If the check fuel filler cap warning light illuminates while driving, the fuel filler cap may not be
installed properly. Stop the engine and reinstall the fuel filler cap.
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Green Warning Lights Warning Light What It Means
Left Direction Indicator
The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved downwards or,
together with the right direction indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pushed.
Right Direction Indicator
The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved upwards or,
together with the left direction indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pushed.
Parking Lights And Normal Beam Headlights
The warning light turns on when parking lights or normal beam headlights are turned on.
Cruise Control — If Equipped
The warning light turns on when a cruising speed has been set.
Key Indicator Light
The warning light turns on when the engine is ready to start.
Warning light flashing
When the keyless START/STOP button is pushed from ON to ACC or OFF position, the warning
light may flash for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power of the
key is low. Replace with a new battery before the key becomes unusable.
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Blue Warning Light Warning Light What It Means
High Beam Headlights
The warning light switches on when the high beam headlights are turned on.
Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light
The light illuminates continuously when the engine coolant temperature is low and turns off after
the engine is warm.
If the low engine coolant temperature indicator light remains illuminated after the engine has
been sufficiently warmed up, the temperature sensor could have a malfunction. Contact an
authorized dealer.
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Message Indicated On
Display
If a message is displayed in the center
display, take appropriate action (in a
calm manner) according to the
displayed message.
If the following messages are displayed
in the center display, a vehicle system
may be malfunctioning:
Engine Coolant Temperature
High : displays if the engine coolant
temperature has increased excessively.
Charging System Malfunction :
displays if the charging system has a
malfunction.
Temperature Warning :the
following message is displayed when
the temperature around the center
display is high. Lowering the
temperature of the inside of the vehicle
or the temperature around the center
display by avoiding direct sunlight is
recommended.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact an authorized dealer.
Warning Sound Is
Activated
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the ignition is placed
in the ACC position, or the ignition is
placed in the OFF position, a
continuous beep sound will be heard
when the driver's door is opened. Note:
When the ignition is placed in the
ACC position, the “Ignition Not Cycled
Off Warning Beep” overrides the
lights-on reminder.
A personalized function is available
to change the sound volume for the
lights-on reminder.
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Beep
If there is a problem with the air
bag/seat belt pretensioner systems and
the warning light illumination, a warning
beep sound will be heard for about
5 seconds every minute.
The air bag and seat belt pretensioner
system warning beep sound will
continue to be heard for approximately
35 minutes. Contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Caution!Do not drive the vehicle with the air
bag/seat belt pretensioner system warning
beep sounding. Driving the vehicle with the
air bag/seat belt pretensioner system
warning beep sounding is dangerous. In a
collision, the air bags and the seat belt
pretensioner system will not deploy and this
could result in death or serious injury.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Seat Belt Warning Beep
Except Mexico
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition is in the ON position,
a beep sound will be heard for about
six seconds.
If the driver or the passengers seat belt
is not fastened and the vehicle is driven
at a speed faster than about 12 MPH
(20 km/h), a beep sound will be heard
again for a specified period of time.
Until a seat belt is fastened or a given
period of time has elapsed, the beep
sound will not stop even if the vehicle
speed falls below 12 MPH (20 km/h).
Note:
To allow the passenger occupant
classification sensor to function
properly, do not place and sit on an
additional seat cushion on the
passengers seat. The sensor may not
function properly because the
additional seat cushion could cause
sensor interference.
If a small child is seated on the
passengers seat, the warning beep
may not operate.
Mexico
If the vehicle speed exceeds about
12 MPH (20 km/h) with the driver or
passengers seat belt unfastened, a
warning beep sounds continuously. If
the seat belt remains unfastened, the
beep sound stops once and then
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Item Feature Factory Setting Available Settings Settings Change Method
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Vehicle
Door
Locks Operation condition of
auto lock/unlock function Lock: When
Driving/Unlock: IGN
Off Lock: When
Driving/Unlock: In
Park/Lock: Out of Park
Unlock: In Park/Lock:
Shifting Out of Park/
Lock: When Driving
Unlock: IGN Off/ Lock:
When Driving/Off ACX
Keyless
Entry
System Time for locking door
automatically 30 seconds 90 seconds/
60 seconds/30
seconds A—X
Advanced
Keyless
Entry
System Time for locking door
automatically 30 seconds 90 seconds/
60 seconds/30
seconds A—X
Auto-lock function
operation/non operational Off On/Off A — X
Beep volume when
locking/unlocking Off or Medium High/Medium/Low/Off A D/E X
Illuminated
Entry
System Time until interior lights
turn off after closing door 15 seconds 60 seconds/
30 seconds/15
seconds/7.5 seconds A—X
Time until interior lights
turn off automatically
when any door is not
closed completely 30 minutes 60 minutes/
30 minutes/10 minutes A—X
Auto-Wiper
Control Operational/non-
operational On On/Off (**) A — X
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Item Feature Factory Setting Available Settings Settings Change Method
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Daytime
Running
Lights
(DRL) Operational/non-
operational On On/Of f — — X
Auto
headlight off
(***) Time until headlights turn
off 30 second 120 seconds/
90 seconds/
60 seconds/
30 seconds/Off (****) A—X
Auto-Light
Control Timing by which lights
turn on Medium High/Med.
High/Medium/Med.
Low/Low A—X
Adaptive
Front
Lighting
System
(AFS) Operational/non-
operational (***) On On/Off A — X
Lights-On
Reminder Warning beep volume High High/Low/Off A — X
Coming
Home
System Time until headlights turn
off 30 seconds 120 seconds/
90 seconds/60
seconds/30 seconds/
Off A—X
Leaving
Home Light
System Operational/Non-
operational On or Off On/Off A — X
Turn Signals Beep volume Low High/Low A — X
Three-Flash
Turn Signal Operational/Non-
operational On or Off On/Off A — X
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SAFETY SYSTEMS Safety Systems
The vehicle has the following safety
systems:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Traction Contol System (TCS)
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
For the operation of the systems, see
the following pages.
ABS System (Anti-lock
Braking System)
The ABS control unit continuously
monitors the speed of each wheel. If
one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS
responds by automatically releasing
and reapplying that wheel's brake. The
driver will feel a slight vibration in the
brake pedal and may hear a chattering
noise from the brake system. This is
normal ABS system operation.
Continue to depress the brake pedal
without pumping the brakes. The
warning light turns on when the system
has a malfunction. Refer to “Warning
Lights And Messages” in “Getting To
Know Your Instrument Panel” for further
information. Note:
Braking distances may be longer on
loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for
example) which usually have a hard
foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less
distance to stop under these
conditions because the tires will build
up a wedge of surface layer when the
wheels skid.
The sound of the ABS operating
may be heard when starting the engine
or immediately after starting the
vehicle; however, it does not indicate a
malfunction.
Warning!The ABS contains sophisticated
electronic equipment that may be
susceptible to interference caused by
improperly installed or high output radio
transmitting equipment. This interference
can cause possible loss of anti-lock braking
capability. Installation of such equipment
should be performed by qualified
professionals.
Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will
diminish their effectiveness and may lead to
a collision. Pumping makes the stopping
distance longer. Just press firmly on your
brake pedal when you need to slow down
or stop. The ABS cannot prevent the natural
laws of physics from acting on the vehicle,
nor can it increase braking or steering
efficiency beyond that afforded by the
condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or
the traction afforded.
The ABS cannot prevent collisions,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle
too closely, or hydroplaning.
The capabilities of an ABS equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner that could
jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of
others.
TCS System (Traction
Control System)
Warning!The capability of the TCS must never be
tested irresponsibly and dangerously, in
such a way as to compromise personal
safety and the safety of others.
The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by
controlling engine torque and braking.
When the TCS detects driving wheel
slippage, it can lower engine torque and
operate the brakes to prevent loss of
traction. This means that on a slick
surface, the engine adjusts
automatically to provide optimum
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