2018 FIAT 500 holder

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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.
ESCESC
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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(versions with
multifunction
display)
(versions with
multifunction
display)

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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
have the failure eliminated.

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ESC (Electronic
Stability Control)
system 15)
This is an electronic system that
controls vehicle stability in the event of
tyre grip loss, helping maintain
directional control.
The system is capable of recognising
potentially dangerous situations in
terms of the stability and intervenes
automatically on the brakes in a
differentiated manner for the four
wheels in order to provide a stabilising
torque.
The ESC system also includes the
following subsystems:
❒ HH (Hill Holder): it activates
automatically when starting with car
stationary, on a road with a
gradient higher than 5%.
❒ ASR (AntiSpin Regulation):
The system automatically operates
in the event of slipping, loss of grip
on wet roads (aquaplaning) and
acceleration on slippery, snowy or
icy roads, etc. on one or both drive
wheels.
The ASR comes on automatically
whenever the engine is started. When
driving it is possible to deactivate and
then reactivate the ASR system by
pressing the button A fig. 50: the
system activation is signalled by the
LED on the same button switching on
and, on some versions, by a message
on the display.
❒ HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist): it
operates automatically and
improves the braking capacity of the
vehicle during emergency braking.
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SYSTEM INTERVENTION
It is signalled by the blinking of the
warning light
Ion the instrument
panel, to inform the driver that the car
is in critical stability and grip
conditions.
SYSTEM ACTIVATION
The ESC system switches on
automatically when the engine is
started and cannot be switched off.

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MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
(POP versions)
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ remove the protecting rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒ press the fastener A fig. 114 and
remove the bulb holder;
❒ remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒ refit the bulb holder locking it
properly;
❒ reinstall the rubber cap.
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MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
(Excluding POP
versions)
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ remove the protecting rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒ disconnect the central electric
connector A fig. 115 and
and release
the bulb holder catch A;
❒ remove the bulb and replace it;
❒ refit the bulb in its seat and
reconnect the connector;
❒ refit the protection cap in its housing
and turn clockwise.
With gas discharge bulbs (Xenon)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Contact a Fiat Dealership.
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MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ remove the protecting rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒ release the two bulb holding clips A
fig. 116;
❒ remove the bulb and replace it;
❒ fit the new bulb, making the outline
of the metallic part coincide with the
grooves on the reflector, then hook
back the bulb holding clips;
❒ reinstall the rubber cap.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
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SIDE LIGHTS / DAYTIME
RUNNING LIGHTS
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ remove the protecting rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒ turn the bulb holder B fig. 116
anticlockwise and remove it;
❒ remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒ refit the bulb holder B by turning it
clockwise and locking it correctly;
❒ reinstall the rubber cap.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Front (POP versions)
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ remove the protecting rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒ turn the bulb holder A fig. 117
anticlockwise and pull it out;
❒ remove the snap-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒ refit the bulb holder A by turning it
clockwise and locking it correctly;
❒ reinstall the rubber cap.
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Front (Excluding POP versions)
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ remove the protecting rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒ turn the bulb holder anticlockwise
and remove it;
❒ replace the bulb
bulb holder assembly;
❒ refit the bulb holder in its housing
A fig. 118 by turning it clockwise
and locking it correctly;
❒ refit the protection cap in its housing
and turn anticlockwise.
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Side
IMPORTANT The intervention must be
carried out taking all precautions
necessary to avoid damaging the
bodywork (use a sufficiently rigid and
appropriately thick plastic card).
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ lever the lens off, by initially applying
force from the front towards the
back (1-fig. 119);
❒ lever in the opposite direction, by
applying force from the back
part (2-fig. 119) and remove the
unit;
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❒ turn the bulb holder anticlockwise,
extract the press-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒ reinstall the bulb holder into the
lens, then put back the assembly
making sure that the fixing clip has
clicked.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
For bulb replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:
❒ open the tailgate;
❒ unscrew the two fastening screws
A fig. 120 and extract the light
cluster axially without rotating it;
❒ remove the bulb holder from its
housing releasing it from the locking
tabs B;
❒ extract the bulbs by pushing them
slightly and turning them counter-
clockwise.The bulbs are arranged as follows in
fig. 121:
C: tail / brake light;
D: direction indicators.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
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REVERSING LIGHT/REAR
FOG LIGHT
To replace the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒ From inside the bumper, operate
the tabs A fig. 122 and remove the
press-fit flap;
❒ disconnect the electric connector
A-fig. 123;
❒ turn the bulb holder B fig. 123
anticlockwise and remove the unit;
❒ extract the bulb and replace it;
❒ refit the bulb/bulb holder unit B by
turning it clockwise
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❒ reconnect the electric connector A;
❒ refit the flap and check that it is
correctly locked.
THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:
❒ remove the two guard caps and
unscrew the two fastening
screws A fig. 124;
❒ remove the assembly;
❒ disconnect the electric connector
B fig. 125;
❒ press the retaining device C and
open the bulb holder;
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❒ remove the press-fitted bulb to be
replaced and replace it;
❒ close the bulb holder making sure
the retaining device is correctly
locked;
❒ screw in the two fastening screws
and reinstall the guard caps.
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SERVICING AND CARE
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❒ lower the cover.
WINDSCREEN WASHER
NOZZLES
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly
check that there is fluid in the reservoir
(see “Checking levels” in this chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged; use a needle to unblock
them if necessary.
The windscreen jets are directed by
adjusting the angle.
The jets should be directed at about a
third of the height from the top edge of
the windscreen fig. 146.
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IMPORTANT In versions with sunroof,
make sure that the sunroof is closed
before operating the front jets.
REAR WINDOW WASHER
NOZZLE
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located above the
rear window fig. 147.
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BODYWORK
ADVICE FOR
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an
aesthetic purpose, but also protects the
underlying sheet metal. Normal care for
paintwork consists of washing the car;
how often depends on the conditions
and environment where the car is used.
For example, in highly polluted areas, or
if the roads are spread with salt, it is
advisable to wash the car more
frequently.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings should be
washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
Versions with matt paintwork
These versions have exclusive matt
paintwork which requires special care
for its preservation.