2019 FIAT 500L turn signal

THE FIAT CODE
SYSTEM
This is an electronic engine locking
system which increases protection
against attempted thefts of the car. It is
automatically activated when the
ignition key is removed.
There is an electronic device in each
key which can identify the signal
emitted, when the engine is started,
from an aerial built into the ignition
switch. The signal is the "password",
different every time the car is started,
through which the control unit
recognises the key and enables
starting.
OPERATION
Each time the car is started by turning
the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE
system control unit sends a recognition
code to the Powertrain Control Module
to deactivate the immobiliser.
The code is sent only if the Fiat CODE
system control unit has acknowledged
the code received from the key.Each time the ignition key is turned to
STOP, the Fiat CODE system
deactivates the functions of the engine
control module. If, during starting,
the code is not correctly recognised,
the icon
appears on the instrument
panel display. In this case, turn the
key to STOP and then to MAR-ON; if it
is still locked, try again with the other
keys that come with the car. Contact a
Fiat Dealership if you still cannot start
the engine.
Activation of symbol while driving
If the
symbol illuminates, this
means that the system is running a
self-diagnosis (for example due to
a voltage drop). If the symbol remains
on, contact a Fiat Dealership.
KEYS
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MECHANICAL KEY
The metal insert A fig. 3 of the key
operates the ignition device and the
door locks.
To request duplicates of the key, go to a
Fiat Dealership, taking an ID document
and the car ownership documents
with you.
KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The metal insert A fig. 4 of the key
operates the ignition device and the
door locks. Press button B to
open/close the metal insert.
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If the front and rear fog lights are on
when the engine is stopped, they will
switch off. When the engine is
restarted, the fog lights will remain off
until switched on again by pressing the
button.
AUTOMATIC LIGHTING
CONTROL (AUTOLIGHT)
(dusk sensor)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is an infrared LED sensor located
on the windscreen, which detects
variations in outside light levels.
Activation: turn ring nut A fig. 27 to
.
With dusk sensor active, with daytime
running lights (DRL) on, it is not
possible to keep the main beam
headlights on constantly; only flashing
is permitted. In these conditions, the
main beam headlights can be turned on
by turning the ring nut to
and
pushing the stalk towards the
dashboard; otherwise, wait until the
dusk sensor indicates a low light level
(dipped beam headlights on).
On automatic sensor controlled
deactivation, the dipped beam
headlights are deactivated first,
followed by the side lights a few
seconds later.IMPORTANT The sensor cannot detect
the presence of fog. These lights must
therefore be switched on manually in
these circumstances.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
With ring nut in position
, push the
stalk forward toward the dashboard
(stable position) to turn on the lights.
The
warning light on the instrument
panel turns on.
The lights are switched off by pulling
the stalk towards the steering wheel.
FLASHING
Pull the left stalk fig. 29 toward yourself,
to the stable position; the stalk goes
back to the central stable position when
it is released. With main beam
headlights on, the
warning light on
the instrument panel will come on at
the same time.DIRECTION INDICATORS
Place the lever in the (stable) position:
upwards:right-hand direction indicator
activation/downwards:left-hand
direction indicator activation.
The
orwarning light will blink on
the instrument panel.
The direction indicators are switched off
automatically when the steering wheel
is straightened.
"Lane change" function
If you wish to signal a lane change,
place the left stalk in the unstable
position for less than half a second. The
direction indicator on the side selected
will be activated for 5 flashes and
then go out automatically.
“Cornering lights”
When the dipped beam headlights are
on and the speed is below 40 km/h,
if the steering wheel rotation angle
is large or the direction indicators are
on, a light (incorporated in the fog light)
will come on on the relevant side to
improve visibility at night time.
COURTESY LIGHTS
The function can be enabled and its
times set use the "Settings" Menu
of theUconnect™system. When the
doors are unlocked, the side lights
and puddle lights come on for the time
set in the menu.
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IMPORTANT The warning light switches on together with a dedicated message and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These
indications are indicative and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and/or alternative to the
information contained in the Owner Handbook, which you are advised to read carefully in all cases. In the event of a failure
indication, always refer to the contents of this chapter.
IMPORTANT The failure indicators which are shown on the display are divided into two categories: very serious and less
serious failures. Very serious faults prompt a prolonged cycle of signals. Less serious faults prompt a shorter cycle of signals.
The display cycle of both categories can be interrupted. The instrument panel warning light will stay on until the cause of the
failure is eliminated.
WARNING LIGHTS ON INSTRUMENT PANEL
Red warning lights
Warning light What it means
redLOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE ENGAGED
The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few
seconds.
Low brake fluid level
The warning light turns on when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level,
possibly due to a leak in the circuit. On some versions a message and a symbol are shown on the display.
Restore the brake fluid level, then check that the warning light has switched off. If the warning light stays
on, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Handbrake engaged
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on when the handbrake is engaged. On certain
versions, if the car is moving the buzzer will also sound. Release the handbrake, then check that the
warning light has switched off. If the warning light stays on, contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT If the warning light comes on while driving, check that the handbrake is not on.
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Warning light What it means
redAIR BAG FAILURE
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 switches on constantly (on some versions the
symbol is shown) this indicates a
failure in the airbag system.
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redSEAT BELTS REMINDER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on for a few seconds (to show that the
light is working correctly), then if there are no malfunctions it should switch off.
The warning light switches on constantly with the vehicle stationary and the driver's side or passenger side
seat belt (when the passenger is present) not fastened. The warning light will flash and a buzzer will sound
if the car is in motion and the front seat belts are not correctly fastened. In this case, fasten the seat belt.
For permanent deactivation of the SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system buzzer, contact a Fiat Dealership. The
system can be reactivated at any time using the Setup Menu.
WARNING
34)If, when the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning lightdoes not turn on or stays on while driving, a failure may have occurred in
the restraint systems. In this case the airbags or pretensioners may not be deployed in an impact or, in a lower number of cases, they may be
deployed accidentally. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.
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warning light failure is signalled by continuous illumination of thesymbol on the instrument panel. In this case, any faults with the
airbag system may not be signalled. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.
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Warning light What it means
amberINJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM FAILURE
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 remains on, or it switches on while driving, the injection system is not working properly.
Warning light constantly on: signals a malfunction in the supply/ignition system which could cause high
exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance, poor driveability and high consumption. Under these
conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at moderate speed but without demanding excessive effort
from the engine or high speed. Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on fixed may cause
damage: contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The warning light switches off if the malfunction disappears, but is still stored by the system.
Warning light flashing (petrol engines only): signals that the catalytic converter is probably damaged.
Release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light stops flashing.
Continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing
and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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amberAdBlue® (UREA) INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE (Diesel versions)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
In normal conditions, when the ignition device is brought to MAR, the warning light switches on, but it
should switch off as soon as the engine is started. The warning light appears, on some versions together
with a dedicated message on the display, if a fluid not conforming with nominal features is introduced or if
an average AdBlue® (UREA) consumption of over 50% is detected.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
If the problem is not solved, a specific message will appear on the instrument panel display whenever a
certain threshold is reached until it will no longer be possible to start the engine.
When there are approximately 200 km before you will no longer able to restart the engine, on some
versions a dedicated message will appear fixed on the instrument panel display accompanied by warning
tone.
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IMPORTANT After the car is stopped,
the brake callipers may be locked
for about 2 seconds for safety reasons.
Make sure you press the brake pedal
if the vehicle moves slightly forwards.
Driving in special conditions
In given driving conditions, such as for
example driving near a curve (see fig.
58) / small vehicles and/or not aligned
with the driving lane (see fig. 59) /
change of lane by other vehicles (see
fig. 60) operation of the system may be
unexpected or delayed. The driver
must also pay attention to maintain
control of the car and drive in complete
safety.
iTPMS System (indirect
Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
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Description
The car can be equipped with the
iTPMS (indirect Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System) which monitors the
tyre inflation status thanks to wheel
speed sensors.Correct tyre pressure
If no under-inflated tyres are detected,
the outline of the car will be shown
on the display.
Low tyre pressure
The system warns the driver if one or
more tyres are flat by switching on
the
warning light on the instrument
panel and a warning message on
the display, along with an acoustic
signal.
In this case, the outline of the car is
shown on the instrument panel display
with the two symbols
.
This indication is displayed also when
turning the engine off and on until
the “Reset” procedure is carried out. If
the “under inflated” indication appears,
you are advised to check the pressure
of all four tyres in all cases and then
to perform the “Reset” procedure.
“Reset” procedure
The iTPMS needs an initial "self-
learning" phase (with length depending
on the driving style and road conditions:
optimal conditions being driving on a
straight road at 80 km/h for at least 20
minutes) which starts when the RESET
procedure is carried out manually.
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SBR (Seat Belt
Reminder) SYSTEM
This system consists of a device which
by means of the warning light
on
the instrument panel displayfig. 66,
warns the driver and front passenger if
their seat belts have not been fastened.
When the ignition key is turned to
MAR, the warning light
comes on for
a few seconds to indicate the warning
light is operating correctly.
The warning light is switched off if the
driver and passenger seat belt (the
latter, if present) are correctly fastened.
To deactivate the acoustic warning
permanently go to a Fiat Dealership.
The acoustic warning can be
reactivated at any time through the
display Setup Menu.DRIVER
If the driver is the only occupant and
the seat belt is not fastened, when 20
km/h is exceeded or when travelling
at a speed from 10 to 20 km/h for
longer than 5 seconds, a buzzer
sequence will be started for the front
seats (intermittent acoustic warning
lasting for approximately 105 seconds).
The warning lightwill flash.
At the end of the cycle, the warning
lights stays on with fixed light and the
engine is stopped. The acoustic signal
is interrupted immediately when the
driver and passenger seat belt is
fastened.
If the seat belt is unfastened again
when driving the car, the acoustic signal
and the flashing warning light resume
as described previously.
PASSENGER
A similar solution applies for the
passenger, but the indication is
interrupted when the passenger leaves
the car as well.
It both front seat belts are unfastened
while the car is travelling a few seconds
apart, the acoustic warning and the
warning light will refer to the most
recent event.
PRE-TENSIONERS
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The car is equipped with front seat belt
pretensioners, which draw back the
seat belts by several centimetres in the
event of a severe frontal collision. This
guarantees the perfect adherence of
the seat belts to the occupant's bodies
before the retention action begins.
It is evident that the pretensioners have
been activated when the belt withdraws
toward the retractor.
This car is also equipped with a second
pretensioner (fitted in the kick plate
area). Its activation is signalled by the
shortening of the metal cable.
A slight discharge of smoke may be
produced during the activation of the
pretensioner which is not harmful and
does not involve any fire hazard.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication: any
changes to its original conditions will
invalidate its efficiency.
If, due to unusual natural events (floods,
sea storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water and/or mud, contact
a Fiat Dealership to have it replaced.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest
degree of protection from the action of
the pretensioner, wear the seat belt
tight to the chest and pelvis.
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SAFETY

STARTING THE
ENGINE
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Before starting the engine, adjust the
seat, the interior rear-view mirrors,
the door mirrors and fasten the seat
belt correctly.
Never press the accelerator pedal for
starting the engine.
VERSIONS WITH MANUAL
TRANSMISSION
Petrol versions
Proceed as follows:
engage the handbrake and put the
gear lever in neutral;
fully depress the clutch pedal
without touching the accelerator;
turn the ignition key to AVV and
release it as soon as the engine starts.
Diesel versions
Proceed as follows:
engage the handbrake, put the gear
lever into neutral and turn the ignition
key to MAR: the
warning light in the
instrument panel will turn on.
wait for thewarning light to turn
off and then fully depress the clutch
pedal without pressing the accelerator;
turn the ignition key to the AVV
position as soon as the warning light
turns off. Release the ignition key as
soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT If the engine does not
start at the first attempt, return the
ignition key to STOP before repeating
the procedure. If, with the ignition
key on MAR, the
symbol on the
display stays on together with the
warning light on the instrument
panel (for petrol versions only), it is
advisable to turn the key to STOP and
then back to MAR. If the
symbol
continues to stay on, try with the other
keys provided with the car. Contact a
Fiat Dealership if you still cannot start
the engine.
VERSIONS WITH
DUALOGIC
TRANSMISSION
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Engine starting is allowed both with a
gear engaged and with the gearbox
in neutral (N).
However, the brake pedal must always
be pressed first if neutral is not
engaged. It is advisable to place the
gear lever in neutral (N) before starting
the engine.SWITCHING OFF THE
ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the
engine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a demanding drive,
before turning the engine off you should
allow it to idle to allow the temperature
in the engine compartment to
decrease.
WARNING
95)It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine consumes
oxygen and engine exhaust contains
carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and
other toxic gasses.
96)Remember that the brake servo and
electrical power steering system are not
operational until the engine is started,
therefore a greater effort will be required to
press the brake pedal or turn the steering
wheel.
97)If the engine fails to start with a gear
engaged, the potentially dangerous
situation due to the fact that the
transmission is automatically placed in
neutral will be signalled by an acoustic
warning.
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