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amberABS FAILURE
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 switches on to indicate a system fault. In this
case the braking system maintains its efficiency unaltered but
without the advantage of the ABS system.
The display shows the dedicated message.Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
amberFUEL RESERVE
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 switches on when about 9 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
The triangle on the left side of the symbol
indicates the side
of the vehicle with the fuel filler.The warning light will blink to indicate a system
fault. If this is the case, go to a Fiat Dealership
to have the system checked.
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amberGLOW PLUG PREHEATING/GLOW PLUG PREHEATING
FAILURE
Glow plugs
This warning light switches on when the key is turned to
MAR. It will switch off as soon as the glow plugs have
reached a preset temperature.
IMPORTANT At high ambient temperatures the warning
light may stay on for an extremely short time.Start the engine as soon as the warning light switches
off.
Glow plug preheating failure
The warning light flashes if there is a fault in the
preheating system.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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amberWATER IN DIESEL FILTER
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
turns on when there is water in the
diesel fuel filter.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.15)
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amberVEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM FAILURE - FIAT CODE
When the key is turned to MAR the warning light will flash
only once and then switch off.
If, with the ignition key at MAR, the warning light stays on
permanently, this indicates a possible failure (see “Fiat
Code system” in the “Know your vehicle” chapter);
The warning lightwill blink with the engine running to
indicate that the vehicle is not protected by the engine
immobiliser.Contact a Fiat Dealership to have all the keys stored in
the memory.
amberREAR FOG LIGHTS
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights are
turned on.
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amberGENERAL FAILURE INDICATION
The warning light turns on in the following circumstances:
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
Speed limit (for versions/markets, where provided) a
warning at a fixed speed of 120 km/h is available (cannot
be switched off, cannot be adjusted).
Lights failure (rear fog, direction indicator, reverse,
number plate, side, daytime running)The failure relating to these lights could be: one or
more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a break
in the electrical connection.
Fuel cut-off system failure
Parking sensor failure.
Start&Stop system failureContact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have
the fault fixed.
Airbag failure warning light
The warning light turns on and flashes to indicate a failure
of the
warning light. In this case, thewarning light
may not indicate problems with the airbag restraint
systems.Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership to have
the system checked immediately.
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amberDPF (PARTICULATE FILTER) CLEANING UNDERWAY
(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.
The warning light switches on constantly to inform the
driver that the DPF system needs to eliminate the trapped
pollutants (particulate) through the regeneration process.
A specific message will appear on the display when the
warning light comes on (for versions/markets, where
provided).The warning light does not come on during every DPF
regeneration, but only when driving conditions require
that the driver is notified. The warning light will go off if
the vehicle stays in motion until regeneration has been
completed. On average, the process lasts 15 minutes.
Optimum conditions for completing the process are
achieved by travelling at 60 km/h with engine revs
above 2000 rpm. If this warning light comes on, it
does not mean there is a vehicle defect, so there is no
need to take it to a garage.
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amberESC system failure
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is
turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few
seconds. The display will show a dedicated message.
ESC system activation
Flashing of the warning light while driving indicates the
intervention of the ESC system.If the warning light does not go out or remains on
whilst driving, go to a Fiat Dealership.
Hill Holder failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when the ignition key is
turned to MAR, but should go off after a few seconds;
The warning light will turn on when the Hill Holder system
is faulty.
On certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
amberBRAKE PAD WEAR
The warning light switches on if the front or rear brake
pads are worn.
On certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.Have them replaced as soon as possible.
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amberASR SYSTEM DEACTIVATED
The ASR system can be turned off by pressing the button
ASR OFF.
The warning light switches on to warn the driver that the
system is off.
If the ASR OFF button is pressed again, the warning light
will switch off to inform the driver that the system is on
again.
amberTRACTION PLUS SYSTEM ACTIVATION
The warning light switches on when the Traction Plus
system is activated by pressing the T+ button on the
dashboard.
The LED on the button turns on.
Traction Plus system failure
The warning light appears with the LED on the button and
the warning lightto indicate a fault to the Traction Plus
system.
The display will show a specific message.Contact a Fiat Dealership.
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amberTPMS
TPMS failure
The warning light flashes for about 75 seconds then stays
on constantly when a fault is detected in the TPMS.In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
Tyre pressure low
The warning light switches on to indicate that the tyre
pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or
that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these
circumstances, optimal tyre duration and fuel
consumption may not be guaranteed.In this case it is advisable to restore the correct
pressure value.
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more
flat tyres as vehicle handling may be compromised.
Stop the vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering.
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amberPARKING SENSOR FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light turns on when failure is detected in the
parking sensors.
On some versions, the
warning light comes on
instead.
On certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
amberSTART&STOP SYSTEM FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when a fault is detected in
the Start&Stop system.
On some versions, the
warning light comes on
instead.
On certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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