2018 FIAT PANDA parking sensors

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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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

STARTING AND DRIVING
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 ................. 93
WHEN PARKED .............................. 94
MANUAL TRANSMISSION .............. 95
DUALOGIC TRANSMISSION........... 96
MODE SELECTOR .......................... 97
DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING ...................................... 98
ECO FUNCTION ............................. 99
START&STOP SYSTEM ..................100
PARKING SENSORS.......................101
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE ...........102
TOWING TRAILERS ........................106
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PARKING SENSORS
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SENSORS
The sensors are located in the rear
bumper fig. 88 and their function is to
detect the presence of any obstacles
near the rear part of the car and inform
the driver, through an intermittent
acoustic signal.
ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
The sensors are automatically activated
when reverse gear is engaged. The
acoustic warning becomes more
frequent as the obstacle behind the car
gets closer.OPERATION WITH A
TRAILER
The operation of the sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer electric cable plug is inserted in
the tow hook socket of the car. The
sensors are automatically reactivated
when the trailer's cable plug is
removed.
IMPORTANT NOTES
When parking, take the utmost care
over obstacles that may be above
or under the sensor.
Objects close to the car are not
detected under certain circumstances
and could therefore cause damage
to the car or be damaged.
The following conditions may influence
the performance of the parking
assistance system:
the presence of ice, snow, mud or
multiple layers of paint on the surface of
the sensor may reduce its sensitivity
and the system performance;
mechanical interference (e.g.
washing the car, rain, strong wind, hail)
may cause the sensor to detect a
non-existent obstacle ("echo
interference");
the presence of ultrasonic systems
(e.g. pneumatic brake systems of
trucks or pneumatic drills) near the
vehicle could alter the signals sent to
the sensor;
the variation in sensor position,
caused by variation in ride (due
to suspension or shock absorber wear),
changing tyres, overloaded car, or
tuning that lowers the car, for example,
may affect parking sensor system
performance;
the presence of a tow hook without
trailer interferes with the correct
operation of the parking sensors. If a
fixed tow hook is installed, the sensors
cannot be used. If the customer installs
a removable tow hook, this must
always be disconnected from
the crossmember whenever the trailer
is not attached to prevent the activation
of the sensors.
WARNING
127)Parking manoeuvres, however, are
always the driver’s responsibility. While
carrying out these manoeuvres, always
make sure that no people (especially
children) or animals are in the area
concerned. The parking sensors are used
to assist the driver, who must never allow
his attention to lapse during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even those
executed at low speeds.
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WARNING
47)For correct operation of the system,
sensors must always be clean from mud,
dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not to scratch
or damage the sensors while cleaning
them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. The sensors must be washed using
clean water, with the addition of vehicle
shampoo if necessary. When using special
washing equipment such as high pressure
jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors
very quickly keeping the jet more than
10 cm away.
REFUELLING THE
VEHICLE
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Always stop the engine before
refuelling.
PETROL ENGINES
Only use unleaded petrol, with an
octane number (R.O.N.) not lower than
95. In order to prevent damage to the
catalytic converter never introduce even
the smallest amount of leaded petrol,
even in the event of an emergency.
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalytic
converter leads to harmful exhaust
emissions, thus contributing to air
pollution.
IMPORTANT Never introduce leaded
petrol to the tank, even in small
amounts in an emergency, as this
would damage the catalytic converter
beyond repair.DIESEL ENGINES
Operation at low temperatures
Only use Diesel for motor vehicles
(EN590 specification).
When using or parking the car for a
long time in the mountains or cold
areas, it is advisable to refuel using
locally available diesel fuel. In this case,
it is also advisable to keep the tank
over 50% full.
REFUELLING
PROCEDURE
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IMPORTANT If the filler compartment is
washed with a high pressure jet, keep
it at a distance of at least 20 cm.
Diesel and petrol versions
The refuelling procedure described
below is illustrated on the label B fig. 89
located inside the fuel flap. The label
also indicates the fuel type (UNLEADED
FUEL=petrol, DIESEL=diesel fuel).
To refuel proceed as follows:
open flap A fig. 89, pulling it
outwards;
introduce the dispenser in the filler
and refuel;
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INDEX
A
BS (system).......................60
Active safety systems................60
Airbag..............................85
ASR (system).......................61
Battery
recharging.....................139
Bonnet.............................25
Boot................................27
CBC system.......................66
Checking levels....................141
Child restraint systems...............75
Cleaning and maintenance
bodywork......................148
car interior.....................149
Climate control system..............21
CO2 emissions....................183
Control panel and on-board
instruments..................36-212
D.R.L. (daytime running lights).......17
Dashboard...........................8
Daytime running lights (DRL)
"Daytime Running Lights"........17
Dimensions........................165
Dipped headlights
control..........................17
Dipped/main beam headlights
(bulb replacement)...............110Direction indicators
control..........................17
Direction indicators (changing a
bulb)............................110
Display.............................37
Doors...............................11
door locking/unlocking...........11
Driving assistance systems..........66
Dualdrive electric power steering.....98
Dualogic transmission...............96
ECO function.......................99
Electric windows....................25
Engine.............................152
Engine compartment...............141
ESC (system).......................60
Exterior lights.......................16
Fiat CODE (system).................10
Fix&Go kit.........................120
Fluids and lubricants...............177
Fog lights (bulb replacement).......111
Follow me home (device)............17
Front airbags........................85
Front ceiling light....................18
Front/rear fog lights..................18
Fuel consumption..................181
Fuel cut-off system.................124
Fuses (replacement)................114
Gear Shift Indicator.................37
Handbrake.........................94Hazard warning lights..............108
HBA (system).......................61
Head restraints......................14
HH (system).........................60
Ignition device......................10
Important information and
recommendations...............214
Instrument panel...................211
Interior lights........................18
Interiors (cleaning)..................149
iTPMS..............................67
Jump starting.....................123
Keys................................9
key with remote control...........9
Mechanical key...................9
Lifting the vehicle..................147
Main beam headlights
control..........................17
Manual transmission.................95
Mode selector.......................97
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)....................113
Occupant protection systems.......70
Official type approvals..............210
Parking lights.......................17
Parking sensors....................101
Performance (top speed)...........180
Pre-tensioners......................73