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Start&Stop SYSTEM DEACTIVATION (for versions/markets, where provided)
The deactivation of the Start&Stop system, is indicated by the lighting of the warning light or the symbol on the display
along with a dedicated message on the display on some versions.
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START&STOP SYSTEM ACTIVE (for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light switches on with fixed light, along with a dedicated message on the display on some versions , in the
case of Start&Stop system failure.
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INJECTION / EOBD SYSTEM FAULT
Under normal conditions, the warning light comes on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but should go off as soon as
the engine is started.
The warning light remains on or switches on whilst driving, on some versions together with a dedicated message on the
display, if the injection system is not working properly. In particular, if the warning light switches on continuously, it indicates
a malfunction in the supply/ignition system that could cause excessive exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance,
poor driveability and high fuel consumption.
Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at moderate speed without demanding excessive effort from the
engine.
Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on may cause damage.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Petrol engines only
If the warning light is flashing, this indicates that the catalytic converter may be damaged.
If the warning light flashes, it is necessary to release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning
light stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further
flashing and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. START&STOP SYSTEM FAULT (versions with colour display) (for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol appears, along with a dedicated message on the display on some versions, in the case of Start&Stop system
fault. Go to Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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FUEL RESERVE - LIMITED RANGE
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light or the symbol switches on in the display when about 5 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 If the warning light flashes or the symbol is constantly on, depending on the versions, there is a fault in the
system. If this is the case, go to a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked.
GLOW PLUG/GLOW PLUG PREHEATING FAULT (diesel versions)
Glow plugs
This warning light switches on when the key is turned to MAR (for versions/markets, where provided). It will switch off as
soon as the glow plugs have reached a preset temperature. The engine can be started as soon as the warning light
switches off.
IMPORTANT At moderate or high ambient temperatures the warning light may stay on for an extremely short time.
Glow plug preheating failure
The warning light will flash, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, to indicate a fault in the plug
preheating system.
In these cases, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the fault fixed.
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DPF CLEANING (PARTICULATE TRAP) IN PROGRESS (diesel versions with DPF)
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light or symbol appears on the display fixed, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display,
to notify the driver that the DPF system needs to eliminate captured pollutants (particulate) through the regeneration
process.
The warning light remains off during the regeneration process; it switches on only if the driving conditions require the driver
to be alerted.
To switch the warning light off definitively, the vehicle must be kept moving until the regeneration process is completed.
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 warning light switches on, it does not indicate a vehicle failure and thus it should not be taken to a workshop. On
some versions, together with the warning light switching on, the display shows a dedicated message.
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WATER IN THE DIESEL FILTER (Diesel Versions)
When the key is turned to MAR, the symbol appears but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The symbol on the display switches on constantly when driving
to indicate the presence of water in the diesel filter.
On some versions, in alternative, the warning light
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FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE
With the key in the MAR position, on some versions the warning light, or the symbol on the display, turns on continuously,
along with a dedicated message on the display, to signal a possible Fiat CODE system failure.
If the warning light or symbol blinks on the display with engine running, it means that the vehicle is not protected by the
engine immobiliser device.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
REAR FOG LIGHTS
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are turned on.
GENERIC FAULT INDICATION
The warning light switches on in the following circumstances. In these cases contact a Fiat Dealership to have the fault fixed
as soon as possible.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light switches on when the engine oil pressure sensor is incorrect.
Fuel cut-off system intervention/failure
This warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, in the case of fuel cut-off
system activation/fault.
Exterior lights failure
The warning light switches on when an external light fault is detected.
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RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light switches on when the direction indicator control stalk is moved upwards or, together with the left
indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ACTIVATION
The indication CITY switches on when the “Dualdrive” electric power steering system is activated by pressing the “CITY”
button on the dashboard. Press the button again to turn the CITY indication off. CITY
SPORT
ECO
DUALOGIC
GEARBOX
MESSAGES
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MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
The light comes on when the main beam headlights are turned on.
SPORT FUNCTION ON
The indication SPORT appears on the display when the “SPORT” function is selected by pressing the respective button on
the dashboard. The SPORT indication will switch off when the button is pressed again.
A dedicated screen instead of the “SPORT” indication is displayed on some versions.
ECO FUNCTION ON
The indication ECO appears on the display when the “ECO” function is selected by pressing the respective button on the
dashboard. The ECO indication will switch off when the button is pressed again.
A dedicated page instead of the “ECO” indication is displayed on some versions.
For versions equipped with “Dualogic” gearbox, the following messages can be displayed:
Reduce gear changes – Manual method unavailable – Automatic method unavailable – Clutch overheating – Depress
brake pedal – Depress brake pedal - Engine start delayed – Gear unavailable
Operation not admissible – Depress brake pedal and repeat operation – Shift to neutral.
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ENABLING CRUISE CONTROL
The indicator light turns on when cruise control is activated.
ENABLING THE SPEED LIMITER
The indicator light comes on when the speed limiter is activated.

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DISPLAY
MULTIFUNCTION
DISPLAY
The standard screen fig. 4 shows the
following information:
1 Odometer (display of distance travelled
in kilometres/miles)
2 Cruise Control/Speed Limiter
3 Indication of possible ice on the road
4 Digital fuel level gauge
5 Date and time
6 Gear engaged indication
(Dualogic versions)
7 Gear Shift Indicator
8 Outside temperature gauge
9 Headlight alignment position
(only with dipped headlights on)
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10 SPORT driving mode indication / ECO
driving mode indication
11 Dualdrive electric power steering
enabled
12 Digital engine coolant thermometer
13 Speed Limiter set speed
14 Car service indicator
COLOUR DISPLAY
The standard screen fig. 5 shows the
following information:
1 Odometer (display of distance travelled
in kilometres/miles)
2 Digital engine coolant temperature
gauge
3 Digital rev counter (tachometer)
4 Gear Shift Indicator
5 Date
6 Outside temperature gauge
7 Dualdrive electric steering engagement
8 Car speed indication
9 Headlight alignment position (only with
dipped headlights on)
10 Time
11 eco Index
12 Digital fuel level gauge
13 Gear engaged indication
(Dualogic gearbox versions only)SETUP MENU
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The setup menu comprises a series of
functions with a circular arrangement.
The setup menu can be activated by
briefly pressing the
MENU button fig. 6.

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FIAT CODE
SYSTEM
The Fiat Code system is an electrical
engine immobiliser system which
increases protection against attempted
car theft. It is automatically activated
when the ignition key is removed.
Each time the vehicle is started by
turning the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat
CODE system control unit sends a
recognition code to the engine control
module to deactivate the immobiliser.
If, during ignition, the code is not
correctly recognized, a warning light
is lit on the instrument panel .
In this case, turn the key to STOP and
then to MAR-ON; if it is still locked, try
again with the other keys that come
with the car.
Contact a Fiat Dealership if you still
cannot start the engine.
NOTE Each key has its own code
which must be stored by the control
unit of the system.
Contact a Fiat Dealership to have new
keys (up to 8) stored with a code.
IGNITION
DEVICE
The key can be turned to three
different positions fig. 10:
❒ STOP: engine stopped, key can be
removed, steering column locked.
Some electrical devices (e.g. audio
system, central door locking
system, etc.) can operate;
❒ MAR: driving position.
All electrical devices are enabled;
❒ AVV: engine starting.
The ignition device is fitted with a
safety system that requires the ignition
key to be turned back to STOP if the
engine does not start, before the
starting operation can be repeated.
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Pressing button B opens/closes the
metal insert.
Briefly press button
Ë: for unlocking of
doors and tailgate, timed switching-on
of interior lights and double flashing of
direction indicators (for
versions/markets, where provided).
Briefly press button
Á: for remote
locking of doors and tailgate,
switching-off of the internal ceiling
lights and single flashing of direction
indicators (for versions/markets, where
provided).
Press the Rbutton: remote opening
of the luggage compartment and
double flashing of the direction
indicators.
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It is possible to enable this function
within 2 minutes after turning off the
engine. This function allows turning on
lights and low beams. It is possible to
set the headlights turning on time by
pulling the left lever towards the
steering wheel (unstable position) one
or more times. In this case it is
possible to choose between 0, 30, 60,
90 up to a maximum of 210 seconds.
Each time the stalk is operated, the
warning light
3on the instrument
panel switches on. The display shows
a message and the time set for the
function.
The
3warning light comes on when
the stalk is first moved and stays on
until the function is automatically
deactivated.
Deactivation
This function is deactivated turning on
again the headlights, sidelights or
pulling the left lever towards the
steering wheel (unstable position) for
more than 2 seconds, or switching the
starter to MAR.
AUTO FUNCTION
(Dusk sensor)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is an infrared LED sensor that works
in conjunction with the rain sensor. It is
located on the windscreen (fig. 25) and is
able to detect variations in outside
lighting based on the light sensitivity set
in the display Menu or the Uconnect™
5" or 7" HD system (where provided).
The higher the sensitivity, the lower the
amount of external light needed to
automatically switch the external lights
on.
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Function activation
Turn the left stalk ring A fig. 26 to the
AUTOposition.
IMPORTANT The function can only be
activated with the ignition device in the
MAR position.
Function deactivation
To deactivate the function, turn the left
stalk ring A to position 2.
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Emergency manoeuvre
If the switches fail, the soft top can be
moved manually proceeding as
described below:
❒ take the key provided and located in
the boot together with the tool box
or the Fix&Go kit;
❒ fit the wrench in the special housing
A-fig. 37 inside the luggage
compartment, under the parcel
shelf;
❒ turn in clockwise direction to open
the soft top and counter-clockwise
to close it.
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Initialisation procedure
The soft top must be re-initialised after
disconnecting the battery or if the
relevant protection fuse is blown.
Proceed as follows:
❒ before carrying out any other
operation, make sure the engine is
on during the whole initialisation
procedure;
❒ keep the opening button A-fig. 34
pressed until the soft top is
completely open;
❒ when the soft top is completely
open, keep the button pressed for
at least 2 seconds;
❒ keep the closing button B-fig. 34
pressed until the soft top is
completely closed;
❒ when the soft top is completely
closed, keep the button B-fig. 34
pressed for at least 2 seconds.When the procedure is terminated, the
soft top will automatically carry out a
complete opening and closing cycle
(up to 25 cm from the completely
closed position) to inform the driver
that correct operation has been
restored.
Important notes
❒ The horizontal and vertical parts of
the soft top can be operated at any
speed lower than 100 and 80 km/h
respectively.
❒ The top can be operated at any
temperature in the range from
-18 to +80°C.
❒ It is recommended to have the
engine running always when
opening or closing the soft top.
❒ If required, remove the battery with
open or closed soft top, but NOT
when the soft top is moving.
❒ Do not fix a roof rack to the top and
do not travel with objects resting on
the open top.