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Versions with multifunction display
Warning lights
andare available on diesel versions only.
A. Speedometer – B. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light – C. Engine coolant temperature indicator with overheating warning light – D. Rev
counter – E. Multifunction display
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What it means What to do
red
amber
amberEBD FAILURE
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red),
(amber) and(amber) warning lights with the
engine on indicates either an anomaly of the EBD
system or that the system is not available. In this case,
the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the vehicle
may swerve when braking sharply.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to
have the system inspected immediately.
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.
The warning light stays on constantly if there is a failure
in the airbag system.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
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Amber warning lights
What it means What to do
amberINJECTION SYSTEM FAULT (Multijet versions) - EOBD
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAULT (petrol versions)
In normal conditions, when the ignition key is turned to
MAR the warning light switches on, but it should
switch off as soon as the engine is started.
10)
Injection system failure
(Multijet versions)
If the warning light stays on or comes on when
travelling, it means there is a fault in the injection
system which could cause loss of performance, poor
handling and high fuel consumption levels.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue
travelling at moderate speed without demanding
excessive effort from the engine. Prolonged use of the
vehicle with the warning light on may cause damage.
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What it means What to do
amberPLUG PREHEATING (Multijet versions) - PLUG
PREHEATING FAULT (Multijet versions)
Glow plugs
(Multijet versions)
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
(Multijet versions)
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.
amberWATER IN DIESEL FILTER (Multijet versions)
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 to indicate presence of
water in the diesel filter.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.11)
amberLow diesel emissions additive (UREA) level warning
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The Diesel Emissions Additive (UREA) low level
warning light
lights if the vehicle has a low UREA
level.
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What it means What to do
amberVEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM FAULT - FIAT CODE
- ALARM FAULT (for versions/markets, where provided
- amber) - BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
Fiat CODE Vehicle protection system fault
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”
section).
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.
IMPORTANT Warning lights
andwill come on
at the same time to indicate a Fiat CODE system
failure.
If with the engine running the warning light
flashes, the vehicle is not protected by the engine
immobiliser (see “Fiat Code system” in section “Know
your vehicle”).Contact a Fiat Dealership to have all the keys stored in
the memory.
Alarm fault
(for versions/markets, where provided)
A fault with the alarm system is signalled by this
warning light
(or symbol in the display) coming on.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Break-in attempt
The warning light will blink rapidly or the symbol will
appear on the display to indicate a break-in attempt. A
specific message is displayed on certain versions.Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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What it means What to do
amberGENERAL FAILURE INDICATION
The warning light turns on in the following
circumstances:
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light switches on when an engine oil
pressure sensor anomaly is detected.Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have
the fault fixed.
Exterior lights failure:
On certain versions, the warning light will come on
when a failure to one of the following lights is detected:side lights;
brake lights;
rear fog lamps;
direction indicators;
number plate lights.
On some versions the display shows the dedicated
message.The failure relating to these lights could be: one or
more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a break
in the electrical connection.
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43)The ABS gets the most from the
available grip, but it cannot improve it; you
should therefore take every care when
driving on slippery surfaces and not take
unnecessary risks.
44)If only the
instrument panel
warning light comes on (with a message in
the multifunction display on some
versions), stop the vehicle immediately and
contact the nearest Fiat Dealership. Any
loss of fluid will affect the brake system
functionality, both conventional and
ant-lock wheels.
ESC (Electronic
Stability Control)
SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is an electronic system that
controls vehicle stability in the event of
tyre grip loss, helping to maintain
directional control. The system
is capable of recognising potentially
dangerous situations in terms of vehicle
stability and intervenes automatically
on the brakes in a differentiated manner
for the four wheels in order to provide
a stabilizing torque.
The ESC system switches on
automatically when the engine is
started and cannot be switched off.
The ESC system also includes the
following systems:
Hill Holder
ASR
MSR
HBA
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
This is signalled by the flashing of the
warning light in the instrument panel,
to inform the driver that the vehicle is
in critical stability and grip conditions.Switching the system on
The ESC system is automatically
activated when the vehicle is started
and cannot be deactivated.
Fault warnings
In the event of a failure, the ESC will be
automatically switched off and the
warning light
will come on constantly
in the instrument panel along with a
message in the multifunction display
(for versions/markets where provided)
(see “Warning lights and messages”
section in the "Knowing the instrument
panel" chapter). Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
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HILL HOLDER SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
It is an integral part of the ESC system
and facilitates starting on an incline.
It is automatically activated in the
following conditions:
uphill: vehicle stationary on a road
with a gradient higher than 5%, engine
running, brake pedal pressed and
gearbox in neutral or gear other than
reverse;
downhill: vehicle stationary on a road
with a gradient higher than 5%, engine
running, brake pedal pressed and
reverse gear engaged.
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When setting off, the ESC system
control unit maintains the braking
pressure on the wheels until the torque
necessary for starting is reached, or
in any case for a maximum of 2
seconds, allowing your right foot to be
moved easily from the brake pedal to
the accelerator. When the 2 seconds
have elapsed, without starting, the
system is automatically deactivated,
gradually releasing the braking
pressure. During this release stage, the
typical brake disengagement noise
indicating that the vehicle is going to
move imminently will be heard.
Fault warnings
System failure is indicated by
instrument panel warning light
with
digital display and warning light
on
the instrument panel with multifunction
display (for versions/markets, where
provided) (see section “Warning lights
and messages” in the "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter).
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is
not a parking brake, therefore do not
leave the vehicle without activating the
handbrake, switching off the engine
and engaging first gear.
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ASR SYSTEM (Antislip
Regulation)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is a traction control system that
cuts in automatically every time one or
both drive wheels slip.
Depending on the slipping conditions,
two different control systems are
activated:
if the slipping involves both drive
wheels, the ASR intervenes reducing
the power transmitted by the engine;
if the slipping only involves one
of the drive wheels, the ASR intervenes
automatically braking the wheel that
is slipping.
The action of the ASR system is
especially useful in the following
conditions:
slipping of the inner wheel round
bends due to dynamic variations in the
load of excessive acceleration;
excessive power transmitted to the
wheels, also in relation to road surface
conditions;
acceleration on slippery, snowy or
icy road surfaces;
in the case of loss of grip on a wet
surface (aquaplaning).
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MSR SYSTEM (engine
drive regulation)
This is an integral part of the ESC
system that, in the event of a sudden
gear down shift or an ABS braking,
cuts in and provides torque to the
engine thus preventing excessive
driving wheel drive which, especially in
poor grip conditions, can lead to a
loss of stability.
Turning the ASR system on/off
The ASR comes on automatically
whenever the engine is started.
When travelling, the ASR system can
be switched off and on again pressing
button fig. 81 located among the
controls in the instrument panel.
Switching off is shown by the warning
light
on the instrument panel
switching on together with a message
shown in the multifunction display,
for versions/markets where provided.
If the ASR is switched off while driving,
it is automatically switched on again
when the car is started up.
When travelling on snowy roads with
snow chains, it may be helpful to turn
the ASR off: in fact, in these conditions,
the drive wheels skidding when setting
off gives you better traction.
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