2018 FIAT 500L LIVING fuel

RIGHT-HAND DRIVE VERSIONS
A. Speedometer / B. Digital fuel level gauge / C. Display / D. Digital engine coolant thermometer / E. Tachometer
The warning lights on the instrument panel may change according to the version/trim level (e.g. LPG, Natural Power, Dualogic
gearbox, etc.) of the vehicle. The
warning light is present on Diesel versions only. On Diesel versions, the maximum engine
speed (red range on the rev counter) corresponds to 7000 rpm.
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DISPLAY
DESCRIPTION
The display shows useful information to
the driver while driving.The display fig. 61 will show the
following information:A: headlight regulation corrector,
Start&Stop, gear engaged and driving
mode (versions with Dualogic
transmission) or Gear Shift Indicator
(versions with manual transmission),
compass display (for versions/markets,
where provided)
B: Setup Menu options (see details
on following pages)
C: car speed, warning messages/
any failure indications
D: total kilometres (or miles) run and
icons of any failure indications
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR
The GSI (Gear Shift Indicator) system
advises the driver to change gear
through a specific indication on the
instrument panel. Through the GSI, the
driver is informed that shifting gear
will allow a reduction in fuel
consumption.
"SHIFT UP" icon
(SHIFT): the GSI
suggests an upshift.
"SHIFT DOWN" icon
(SHIFT): the
GSI suggests a downshift.
The icon remains displayed until a gear
is shifted or the driving conditions go
back to a situation where gearshifting is
not required, to improve consumption.CONTROL BUTTONS
These are located on the left side of the
steering wheel fig. 62.
They allow the driver to select and
interact with the items in the Setup
Menu of the display (see paragraph
"Setup Menu").
/: press and release the
buttons to access the Setup Menu and
to scroll the menu and the submenus
upwards or downwards.
/: press and release the
buttons to access the information
displays or the submenus of an item of
the Setup Menu.
OK: press this button to access/
select the info displays or the
submenus of an item of the Setup
Menu. Hold the button pressed for 1
second to reset the displayed/selected
functions.
Speedometer
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SETUP MENU
The Setup Menu includes the following
items:
Speedometer
Trip
Vehicle info
Audio
Telephone (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Navigation (for versions/markets,
where provided)
Alerts
Vehicle Settings
When the ignition key is turned to the
MAR-ON position, the display shows
the last Menu option active before
the engine was switched off.
NOTE With theUconnect™system,
some Menu items are shown and
managed on the display of the latter
and not on the instrument panel display
(refer to the Multimedia chapter or to
the supplement available online).
Vehicle Settings
This menu item allows you to change
the settings for:
"Display"
"Safety / Assistance"
"Safety"
“Oil level reset” (0.9 TwinAir Turbo
versions only)
Display
By selecting item "Display" you can
access the settings/information
regarding: “Dimmer” (for versions/
markets, where provided), “Screen
Setup”, “See phone”, “See navigation”,
“Reset trip B automatic".
Safety / Assistance
By selecting “Safety / Assistance" you
can access the settings/information
regarding: “City Brake Control” (for
versions/markets, where provided),
“Parking sensor volume”, “Buzzer
volume”.
Safety
By selecting item "Security" you can
access the settings/information
regarding: “Hill Holder” (for versions/
markets, where provided), “Passenger
AIRBAG” (for versions/markets, where
provided), “Seat belt buzzer”, “Speed
beep”.
Oil level reset
(0.9 TwinAir Turbo versions only)
By selecting this item you can reset the
engine oil top-up warning, which
appears about every 8000 km.
Proceed as follows to reset this warning
after topping up the engine oil:
briefly press theOKbutton on the
steering wheel: the display will show"Oil level reset";
pressto select "Yes" and reset
the top-up warning, or press
to
select “No” of you do not wish to reset
the warning.
IMPORTANT Failure to top up the
engine oil could result in a low level,
which could prevent normal car
operation and even cause it to stop.
TRIP COMPUTER
The Trip computer is used to display
information on car operation when the
key is turned to MAR.
The Trip computer comprises:
Instantaneous info(except LPG
and Natural Power versions): display of
“Range” and “Instantaneous
consumption" parameters
"Trip A" displays the following
values: “Travel Distance”, “Travel time”,
“Average fuel consumption” and
“Average speed”
"Trip B" displays the following
values: “Travel Distance”, “Travel time”,
“Average fuel consumption” and
“Average speed”
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“Trip A” and “Trip B” monitor the car's
"complete missions" (trips) separately
from each other. The “Trip B” function
may be excluded.

Amber warning lights
Warning light What it means
iTPMS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few
seconds.
iTPMS failure/iTPMS temporarily deactivated
The warning light flashes for about 75 seconds and then stays on constantly to indicate that the system is
temporarily deactivated or faulty. The system will go back to normal operation when the operating
conditions will 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.
Tyre pressure low
The warning light switches on constantly to indicate that the tyre pressure is lower than the recommended
value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tyre duration and fuel
consumption may not be guaranteed. It is advisable to restore the correct pressure value (see the "Wheels"
paragraph in the "Technical specifications" section). Once the normal operating conditions of the vehicle
are restored, carry out the "Reset" procedure.
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tyres as the car handling may be compromised.
Stop the vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering.
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Warning light What it means
ESC SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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
Intervention by the system is indicated by the flashing of the warning light: it indicates that the car is in
critical stability and grip conditions.
ESC system failure
If the warning light does not switch off, or if it stays on with the engine running, a failure was found on the
ESC system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Hill Holder failure
The warning light turns on to indicate a Hill Holder system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible
ASR SYSTEM DEACTIVATION
The warning light comes on if the ASR system is deactivated (see "Active safety systems" point of the
"Safety" system).
FUEL RESERVE
The warning light comes on when the amount of fuel in the tank is 7.5 litres or less.
IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicate a system failure. If this is the case, go to a Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
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Warning light What it means
DEACTIVATION OF CITY BRAKE CONTROL - "Collision Mitigation" SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when the City Brake Control - "Collision Mitigation" system is deactivated by
the driver or in the event of automatic deactivation following a temporary system failure. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING (Diesel versions)
This warning light switches on when the key is turned to MAR. It will switch off as soon as the heater plugs
have reached a preset temperature. The engine can be started as soon as the warning light switches off.
IMPORTANT In mild or high ambient temperature conditions, the warning light comes on for a very short
time only.
Glow plug preheating failure
The warning light will flash to indicate an anomaly in the glow plug preheating system. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
LPG FUEL RESERVE (LPG versions)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the residual quantity of LPG drops below 1/5 of the tank capacity. On
some versions, a specific message is shown on the display.
METHANE RESERVE (Natural Power versions)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the residual quantity of Methane drops below 1/5 of the tank capacity.
On some versions, a specific message is shown on the display.
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Symbol What it means
FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to indicate a failure of the Fiat CODE system. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol turns on when the outside temperature falls to or below 3°C. In the event of
outside temperature sensor failure, the digits that indicate the value are replaced by
dashes.
LPG FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol appears on the display in the event of an LPG fuel supply system failure (all
the segments on the digital display on the instrument panel will be off). On some versions,
a specific message is shown on the display. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
METHANE FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol appears on the display in the event of a Methane fuel supply system failure (all
the segments on the digital display on the instrument panel will be off). On some versions,
a specific message is shown on the display. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel level sensor failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATION
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system intervention.
For the fuel cut-off system reactivation procedure, refer to the description in the “Fuel
cut-off system” section in the “In an emergency” chapter. If it is still not possible to restore
the fuel supply, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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Symbol What it means
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system failure. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
DUALOGIC TRANSMISSION CLUTCH OVERHEATING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol switches on in the case of Dualogic transmission clutch overheating, after a
particularly demanding use. In this situation, limit setting off and gear shifts or, if necessary,
park (turning off the engine) until conditions are optimal.
City Brake Control - "Collision Mitigation" SYSTEM TRIGGERED
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol switches on if the City Brake Control - "Collision Mitigation" system is
triggered.
CITY BRAKE CONTROL - "Collision Mitigation" SYSTEM FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol switches on to indicate a temporary or permanent failure of the City Brake
Control - "Collision Mitigation" system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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