2018 FIAT PANDA display

Warning light What it means
amberESC 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.
If the warning light does not switch off or stays on while driving, on some versions along with a message
on the display, contact a Fiat Dealership. Flashing of the warning light while driving indicates the
intervention of the ESC system.
Hill Holder failure
This warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, in the
case of a Hill Holder system fault.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
ELD system failure
(For versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, in the
case of an ELD system failure.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
amberFIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE
The warning light (or the symbol on the display) switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated
message on the display, to signal the Fiat CODE system failure.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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Warning light What it means
amberGLOW PLUG HEATING/GLOW PLUG HEATING FAILURE (diesel versions)
Plug preheating
This warning light switches on when the key is turned to MAR. It should 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 At moderate or high ambient temperatures the warning light may stay on for an extremely
short time.
Heater 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.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the fault fixed.
amberFUEL RESERVE - LIMITED RANGE
This warning light switches on when 5 to 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank. When the remaining range is
lower than approx. 50 km (or equivalent value in miles), on some versions, the display will show a
dedicated message.
IMPORTANT The warning light will flash to indicate a system fault. If this is the case, go to a Fiat Dealership
to have the system checked.
amberREAR FOG LIGHT
The warning light switches on when the rear fog light is activated.
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Warning light What it means
amberDPF (PARTICULATE FILTER) CLEANING IN PROGRESS (Diesel versions with DPF)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on but should switch off after a few
seconds.
The warning light switches on constantly, 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 does not come on every time the DPF is being regenerated, rather only when the driving
conditions are such that the driver needs to know it. To switch the warning light off, 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.
If this light switches on, it does not mean that the vehicle is defective, so there is no need to take it to a
workshop.
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WARNING
43)The driving speed must always be suitable for traffic and weather conditions and the driver must always comply with the Highway Code.
The engine can also be switched off if the DPF warning light is on; nevertheless, repeated interruptions of the regeneration process could
cause an early deterioration of engine oil. For this reason, always wait until the warning light switches off before stopping the engine as
described above. Do not complete the DPF regeneration process when the vehicle is stopped.
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Warning light What it means
amberGENERAL FAILURE INDICATION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light turns on in the following circumstances.
Speed limit exceeded
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the speed limit set in the Setup Menu is exceeded. When the car
exceeds this value, an acoustic indication is emitted and a dedicated appears on the display on some
versions.
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/failure.
Start&Stop system failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when a fault is detected in the Start&Stop system. In the event of a Start&Stop
system failure, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Temporary or permanent City Brake Control system failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on, on some versions along with a message on the display, when a temporary
or permanent City Brake Control system fault is detected. If the fault is permanent: contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the system checked.
Airbag failure
When this warning light starts flashing, for versions/markets where provided, this indicates an airbag
warning light fault. In this case, the airbag may not indicate possible airbag system malfunctions. Contact a
Fiat Dealership immediately.
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Warning light What it means
amberParking sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, when a
fault is detected in the parking sensors.
Exterior lights failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when a fault is detected in one of the following lights: side lights, number
plate lights, rear fog lights, direction indicators, daytime running lights (DRL).
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The engine oil pressure sensor failure is indicated by the activation of the warning light on the instrument
panel.
ELD system failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, when a
fault is detected in the 4x4 drive. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Water in diesel filter(diesel versions)
(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 when water is detected in the diesel filter. On certain versions a
dedicated message is displayed.
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WARNING
27)If thewarning light switches on (on some versions together with the dedicated message on the display), contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the system bled. If the above indication occurs immediately after refuelling, water may have entered the tank: turn
the engine off immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
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Warning light What it means
amberiTPMS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Tyre pressure low
The warning light switches on constantly to indicate that the tyre pressure is lower than the recommended
value, in order to guarantee long tyre life and low fuel consumption, 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 (along with a dedicated
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 Tyre
reset procedure after restoring the normal operating conditions.
If the malfunction warning persists, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
amberLPG FUEL RESERVE
(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
certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.
amberMETHANE RESERVE (Natural Power versions)
The warning light switches on when the residual quantity of Methane drops below 1/5 of the tank capacity.
On certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.
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Green warning lights
Warning light What it means
greenELD SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light on flashing indicates activation of the electronic locking differential (ELD) function.
greenGRAVITY CONTROL SYSTEM (Panda Cross 4x4 versions)
The warning light on constantly, along with a dedicated message on the display, indicates activation of the
Gravity Control function. Deactivation of the function is signalled by flashing of the warning light, by an
acoustic warning and by a dedicated message on the display.
greenPETROL/LPG SWITCHING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Warning light on constantly: petrol operation.
Warning light off: LPG operation.
greenPETROL/METHANE SWITCHING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Warning light on constantly: petrol operation.
Warning light off: Methane operation.
greenFRONT FOG LIGHTS
The warning light comes on when the front fog lights are turned on.
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