KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
This section of the booklet gives you all
the information you need to
understand, interpret and use the
instrument panel correctly.DASHBOARD AND INSTRUMENT
PANEL ............................................ 51
DIGITAL DISPLAY............................ 53
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ............. 54
TRIP COMPUTER ........................... 55
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES .................................... 57
-LOW BRAKE FLUID / HANDBRAKE
APPLIED / LOW BRAKE BOOSTER
VACUUM ............................................. 57
-EBD FAILURE .................................... 58
-AIR BAG FAILURE .............................. 59
-SEAT BELTS REMINDER.................... 59
-COMFORT-MATIC /
DUALOGIC™TRANSMISSION
FAULT ................................................. 59
-ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH........................................... 60
-LOW BATTERY CHARGE ................... 60
-LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ........... 61
-ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED ............ 61
-LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL ................... 62
-DOOR OPEN ..................................... 62
-INJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM
FAILURE .............................................. 63
-ABS FAILURE..................................... 64
-FUEL RESERVE ................................. 64
-GLOW PLUG PREHEATING/GLOW
PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE ............. 65
-WATER IN DIESEL FILTER.................. 65
-VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM
FAILURE - FIAT CODE ......................... 66
-REAR FOG LIGHTS............................ 66
-GENERAL FAILURE INDICATION ....... 67
-DPF (PARTICULATE FILTER)
CLEANING UNDERWAY ...................... 68
-BRAKE PAD WEAR ............................ 69-ASR SYSTEM DEACTIVATED ............. 70
-TRACTION PLUS SYSTEM
ACTIVATION ........................................ 70
-TPMS................................................. 71
-PARKING SENSOR FAILURE ............. 71
-START&STOP SYSTEM FAILURE....... 71
-DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS ............ 72
-FOLLOW ME HOME .......................... 72
-LEFT DIRECTION INDICATOR ............ 73
-RIGHT DIRECTION INDICATOR ......... 73
-FOG LIGHTS ...................................... 73
-CRUISE CONTROL ............................ 73
-MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS ................ 74
-CNG SYSTEM FAILURE ..................... 74
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
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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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
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.
Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
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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Let’s get to the "heart" of the vehicle:
seeing how you can exploit all of its
potential to the full.
We’ll look at how to drive it safely in any
situation, so that it can be a welcome
companion, with our comfort and
our wallets in mind.STARTING THE ENGINE .................104
PARKING THE VEHICLE .................105
USING THE GEARBOX ...................107
COMFORT-MATIC/ DUALOGIC
TRANSMISSION .............................107
START&STOP SYSTEM ..................109
TPMS (TYRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM) .................111
SPEED BLOCK ...............................113
CRUISE CONTROL .........................113
TRACTION PLUS SYSTEM .............115
PARKING SENSORS.......................116
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE ...........117
TOWING TRAILERS ........................119
103
WITH ROBOTISED GEARBOX
If the gear lever is in position N, place it
in any other gear, otherwise release
the brake pedal or move the gear lever
to (+), (–) or R.
For reasons of comfort, limiting
pollutant emissions and safety
purposes, the power unit can restart
automatically without any action on
behalf of the driver.
MANUAL ACTIVATION
AND DEACTIVATION
The system can be activated/
deactivated using the button A fig. 129
on the control panel.
When the function is not active, the
button LED is on. In addition, on some
versions, additional information
concerning the deactivation or
activation of the Start&Stop system is
given through a message on the
display.SAFETY FUNCTIONS
In engine cut-out conditions through
the Start&Stop system, if the driver
unfastens his/her seat belt and opens
the driver's door or the passenger door,
the engine can be restarted only by
using the key.
The driver is notified of this condition by
a buzzer, through the instrument panel
warning light fig. 128 flashing and,
where provided, by a message in the
display.
VEHICLE INACTIVITY
Versions with dummy pole fig. 130
If the vehicle is inactive, special care
must be taken to disconnect the
battery electrical power supply. This
procedure is carried out by
disconnecting the rapid release
negative terminal A from the negative
false pole B because there is a battery
status monitoring sensor D at the
negative battery pole C which should
never be disconnected except when
the actual battery is replaced.
Versions without dummy pole fig.
131
In case of car inactivity, special
attention must be paid due to the
disconnection of the battery power
supply.Proceed as follows: detach the
connector A (by pressing button B)
from sensor C for monitoring the status
of the battery installed on the negative
battery pole D. This sensor should
never be disconnected from the pole
except if the battery is replaced.
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The cold tyre inflation pressure must
not exceed the maximum inflation
pressure value printed on the side of
the tyre.
NOTE
The TPMS does not replace the
normal tyre maintenance service and
does not indicate any fault in a tyre.
Therefore, the TPMS should not be
used as pressure switch while adjusting
the tyre inflation pressure.
Driving with insufficient tyre pressure
causes their overheating and can
result in tyre failure. The low inflation
pressure reduces fuel efficiency and
tyre tread life and may also affect
handling and braking performance of
the vehicle.
The TPMS does not replace the
correct tyre maintenance. It is up to the
driver to maintain the correct tyre
pressure level measuring it with
a suitable pressure switch. This is
necessary even if the decrease in the
inflation pressure value does not cause
the tyre pressure control warning light
to switch on.
The TPMS warns the driver of any
condition of insufficient tyre pressure. If
this drops below the insufficient
pressure limit for any reason including
low temperature and normal pressure
loss of the tyre.
The seasonal temperature changes
affect tyre pressure.
IMPORTANT Monitoring and
maintaining the correct pressure in all
four tyres are particularly important.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
low pressure warning
IMPORTANT In the case of deflation of
more than one tyre sequentially, without
switching off and on the engine, from
the second tyre involved the acoustic
signal is not activated, only the
dedicated signal is shown on the
display.
To prevent the signal from being stored
in the event of pressure loss of a
subsequent tyre (with deactivation of
the acoustic signal), the ignition key
must be turned to MAR and then to
STOP, each time pressure is restored.
TPMS operation faults
The system fault is indicated by the
warning light
which first flashes for
75 seconds and then stays on steadily.
WARNING
101)The TPMS is optimised for the original
tyres and wheels provided. TPMS
pressures and alerts have been defined
according to the size of the tyres mounted
on the vehicle. Using equipment with
different size, type or kind may cause
irregular system operation or sensor
damage. Non-original spare wheels can
damage the sensor. Do not use tyre
sealant or balancing weights if the vehicle
is equipped with TPMS as these may
damage the sensors.
102)If the system signals a pressure
decrease on a specific tyre, it is
recommended to check the pressure on all
four tyres.
103)The TPMS does not relieve the driver
from the obligation to check the tyre
pressure every month; it is not even to be
considered a replacing system for
maintenance or a safety system
104)Tyre pressure must be checked with
tyres cold. Should it become necessary for
whatever reason to check pressure with
warm tyres, do not reduce pressure even
though it is higher than the prescribed
value, but repeat the check when tyres are
cold.
105)The TPMS cannot indicate sudden
tyre pressure drops (for example when
a tyre bursts). In this case, stop the vehicle,
braking with caution and avoiding abrupt
steering.
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106)The system only warns that the tyre
pressure is low: it is not able to inflate
them.
107)Insufficient tyre inflation increases fuel
consumption, reduces the tread duration
and may affect the capacity to drive safely.
108)Always refit the valve stem cap after
inspecting or adjusting tyre pressure.
This prevents dampness or dirt from
entering the valve stem and thus
the pressure control sensor from being
damaged.
109)The tyre repair kit (Fix&Go) provided
with the vehicle (for versions/markets,
where provided) is compatible with the
TPMS sensors; using sealants not
equivalent with that in the original kit may
adversely affect its operation. If sealants
not equivalent with the original ones are
used, it is recommended to have the
TPMS sensor operation checked by a
qualified repair centre.SPEED BLOCK
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The vehicle is equipped with a speed
limitation function that can be set at the
user's request to one of four predefined
values: 90, 100, 110, 130 km/h.
To activate/deactivate this function,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
Following the operation, a sticker will be
applied to the windscreen showing the
top speed setting.
IMPORTANT The speedometer could
indicate a higher maximum speed than
the effective one, set by the Dealership,
in accordance with the regulations in
force.
CRUISE CONTROL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
IN BRIEF
This is an electronic driving aid that
allows you to drive at a speed of
above 30 km/h on long and straight
dry roads (e.g. motorways) with
few driving changes at a preset
speed without having to press the
accelerator pedal. It is therefore not
recommended to use this device
on extra-urban roads with traffic. Do
not use it in town.
Activating the device
When the device is activated, warning
light
comes on together with the
relevant message in the instrument
panel (for versions/markets where
provided).
The speed adjustment function cannot
be activated in 1st or reverse gear; it
is advisable to activate the function
in 4th or higher gears.
When travelling downhill with the device
activated, the vehicle speed may
exceed the memorised one.
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PARKING SENSORS
These are located in the rear bumper
fig. 135 and their function is to inform
the driver, through an intermittent
beeping noise, about the presence of
obstacles behind the vehicle.
ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
The sensors are automatically activated
when reverse gear is engaged. As the
obstacle behind the vehicle gets closer
to the bumper, the frequency of the
acoustic signal increases.
Detection distances
If several obstacles are detected by the
sensors, only the nearest one is
considered.
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OPERATION WITH A
TRAILER
Parking sensor operation is
automatically deactivated when the
electric cable plug of the trailer is
inserted into the vehicle tow hook
socket. The sensors are automatically
reactivated when the trailer's cable plug
is removed.
IMPORTANT
If you wish to leave the tow hook fitted
without towing a trailer, it is advisable to
contact a Fiat Dealership for the
relevant system update operations
because the tow hook could be
detected as an obstacle by the central
sensors.
IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
113)
When parking, take the utmost care
over obstacles that may be above or
under the sensor.
Sometimes, objects located very
near the rear of the vehicle are not
detected and could therefore damage
the vehicle or be damaged themselves.
The following conditions may influence
the performance of the parking
assistance system:
Reduced sensor sensitivity and a
reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to
the presence on the surface of the
sensor of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint.
The sensor may detect a non-
existent obstacle (echo noise) due to
mechanical noises, for example when
washing the vehicle, in case of rain,
strong wind, hail.
The signals sent out by the sensors
can be altered by dirt, snow or ice
deposited on the sensors or by
ultrasound systems (e.g. truck
pneumatic brakes or pneumatic drills)
near the vehicle.
The performance of the parking
assistance system may also be affected
by the position of the sensors. For
example by a change in the ride setting
(caused by the wear of the shock
absorbers, suspension), changing the
tyres, overloading the vehicle and
carrying out specific tuning operations
that require the vehicle to be lowered.
Detection of obstacles in the upper
part of the vehicle (particularly in the
case of vans or chassis cabs) may not
be guaranteed because the system
detects obstacles that could strike the
lower part of the vehicle.
The parking sensors work properly
with the swing doors closed.
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