2018 FIAT 500 warning light

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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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ESC SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where required)
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
ESC system activation
Flashing of the warning light while driving indicates the intervention of the ESC system.
ESC system failure
If the warning light does not go off or stays on together with the LED on the ASR OFF button while driving.
The display will show a dedicated message.
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
Hill Holder failure
This warning light switches on, on some versions together with a dedicated message on the display, in the event of a Hill
Holder system fault.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. Parking sensor fault
The warning light turns on and the dedicated message is shown on the display when a parking sensor fault is detected.
Start&Stop system fault (versions with multifunction display)
A fault of the system is indicated by the warning light switching on. A dedicated message will appears on the instrument
panel.
Airbag warning light fault (for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light will blink when a fault of the
¬warning light is detected.
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BRAKE PAD WEAR
The warning light switches on, together with a dedicated message on the display, if the front or rear brake pads (on
version/markets, where provided) are worn.
In this case have them replaced as soon as possible.
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POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol is shown on the display (on some versions together with a dedicated message) when the outside temperature
is equal to or below 3°C.
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SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS - FOLLOW ME HOME
Side lights and dipped beam headlights
The warning light switches on when the side lights or dipped headlights are turned on.
Follow Me Home
The warning light comes on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, when the
“Follow me home” device is used.
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iTPMS SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where provided)
Low tyre pressure
The warning light switches on constantly to indicate that the pressure of one or more tyres is lower than the recommended
value or to indicate a slow loss of pressure.
In this way the iTPMS warns the driver that one or more tyres may be flat and probably punctured. In this case it is advisable
to restore the correct pressure value.
Once the normal operating conditions of the vehicle are restored, carry out the Tyre reset procedure.
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tyres as handling may be compromised.
Stop the vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering.
iTPMS failure/iTPMS temporarily deactivated
The warning light flashes for about 75 seconds and then stays on constantly (together with a message on the display) to
indicate that the system is temporarily deactivated or faulty.
The system goes back to normal operation when the operating conditions allow it. If this is not the case, carry out the Reset
procedure after restoring the normal operating conditions.
If the malfunction warning persists, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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FOG LIGHTS
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are turned on.
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved downwards or, together with the right
indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
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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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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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With the selector switch in the AUTO
position, the side lights and dipped beam
headlights are controlled by the dusk
sensor.
MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
❒ With the ring in the 2position,
push the stalk forwards towards the
dashboard. The
1warning light on
the instrument panel will light.
❒ For vehicles with the AUTO
function: with the ring in the AUTO
position and the dipped beam
headlights on, push the stalk
forwards toward the dashboard.
❒ They are deactivated by pulling the
stalk towards the steering wheel.
Flashing
❒ You can flash the beams pulling the
stalk toward the steering wheel
(unstable position).
PARKING LIGHTS
These lights can be turned on with the
starter switch in the STOP position or
with the key removed, by moving the
left stalk ring first to the position (or
the AUTO position if the vehicle does
not have a dusk sensor) and then to
position
2.The warning light
3lights on the
instrument panel. Repeat the same
operation to switch them off.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Bring the stalk to the (stable) position:
❒ up a: activates the right direction
indicator;
❒ down b: activates the left direction
indicator.
LANE CHANGE
FUNCTION
❒ Move the lever upwards or
downwards (unstable position) for
less than half a second and the
direction indicator will flash 3 times
to signal a lane change, then
immediately switch off
automatically.
FOLLOW ME HOME
This function allows the space
surrounding the car to be lit up for the
set period of time.
Activation
The “Follow Me Home” device is
activated by pulling the stalk fig. 25
towards the steering wheel, in addition
to the stroke end click.
EXTERNAL LIGHTS
DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS
7)
❒ For vehicles with the AUTO
function: with the key in the MAR
position and the ring turned to the
O position, the daytime running
lights switch on automatically.
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For vehicles with the AUTO function:
the daytime running lights are turned
on automatically by the dusk sensor
when the ring is in the AUTO position.
DIPPED HEADLIGHTS/
SIDE LIGHTS
❒ With key at MAR, turn the ring nut to
2. The warning light
3on the
instrument panel will come on. When
the dipped beam headlights are on,
the daytime running lights switch off.
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