2018 FIAT 500 Owner handbook (in English)

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EBD FAULT (colour display)
The simultaneous switching on of the warning lights with the engine on indicates either a failure of the EBD system or that
the system is not available. In this case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve when braking
sharply.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated message.
Drive very carefully to a Fiat Dealership to have the system inspected.
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SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED (Colour display – for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol is shown on the display, together with a dedicated message and an acoustic signal, when the vehicle exceeds
the speed limit set in the Setup Menu (e.g. 120 km/h).
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PASSENGER AIRBAG/SIDE BAGS DEACTIVATED
The warning light indicates the passenger’s airbag protection status. If the warning light is off, passenger’s airbag protection
is active: to deactivate it, use the Setup Menu (in this case the LED lights up). When the engine is started (ignition key
turned to MAR position), the warning light turns on for about 8 seconds, provided that at least 5 seconds have elapsed
from when it was switched off. If not, contact a Fiat Dealership.
If the engine is switched off/on again in less than 5 seconds the warning light may remain off. In this case, to check correct
warning light operation, switch the engine off, wait for at least 5 seconds and switch the engine on again.
The warning light may light up with various intensity levels depending on the vehicle conditions. The intensity may also vary
during the same key cycle.
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ASR SYSTEM DISCONNECTED (Colour display)
The symbol lights up on the colour display together with a dedicated message when the ASR system is deactivated by
pressing the ASR-OFF button on the dashboard. The LED in the button will light up at the same time.
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ABS FAULT
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 comes on, on some versions along with a message on the display, when the system is inefficient or not
available. In this case the braking system maintains its efficiency unaltered but without the advantage of the ABS system.
Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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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
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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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FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAULT (colour display)
The display will show the symbol and a dedicated message if the fuel cut-off system is faulty. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM (colour display)
The colour display will show the symbol and a dedicated message if the fuel cut-off system intervenes.
For the fuel cut-off system re-activation procedure, see the “Fuel cut-off system” paragraph, in the
“In an emergency” chapter.
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EXTERIOR LIGHT FAULT (colour display)
The display will show a symbol and dedicated message if a fault is detected in one of the following lights: daytime running
lights (DRLs) - side lights - direction indicators -rear fog light - number plate lights.
The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.
It is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership.
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SERVICE (SCHEDULED SERVICING) EXPIRED
When the next scheduled service is approaching, the symbol appears on the display, followed by the number of kilometres
or miles left. This is displayed automatically, with ignition key at MAR-ON, 2000 km (or equivalent value in miles) before
servicing or, where provided, 30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time the key is turned to MAR-ON or, for
versions/markets, where provided, every 200 km (or equivalent value in miles).
Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” operations will be performed and the message will be reset.
BRAKE LIGHT FAULT (colour display)
The colour display will show the symbol together with a dedicated message if there is a fault in the brake lights.
The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.
It is advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership
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PARKING SENSOR FAULT (colour display – for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol is shown on the display together with a dedicated message if there is a fault in the parking sensors. Contact a
Fiat Dealership.
HILL HOLDER FAULT (colour display) (for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol will appear on the display together with a dedicated message when there is a fault in the Hill Holder system.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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DUSK SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on along with a message on the display in the event of dusk sensor failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
RAIN SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the rain sensor. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
SPEED LIMITER FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the Speed Limiter device. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to
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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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