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Door Open
The telltale turns on when one or
more doors are not completely shut.
An acoustic signal is activated with
the doors open and the car moving.
Close the doors properly.
Power Steering Failure
If the telltale remains on, you may
not have steering assistance and the
effort required to operate the
steering wheel may be increased;
steering is, however, possible.

NOTE:

After the battery is disconnected, the steering
wheel must be initialized. The Power Steering
Failure light on the instrument panel will illumi -
nate to indicate this. To carry out this proce -
dure, simply turn the steering wheel all the way
from one end to the other, and then turn it
back to the central position.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning
Light
This warning light, along with the
related message, signals a failure in
the ETC.
If a failure is detected, the warning light turns
on while the engine is running. Place the gear selector in the Park (P) position
and the ignition in the off position: the warning
light should switch off. If the warning light
stays on with engine running, the vehicle can
still be driven.
If the warning light flashes with the engine
running, immediate intervention is required. A
loss of performance, irregular/high idling
speed or engine stopping might take place
and the vehicle may need to be towed.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible to have the failure eliminated.
Engine Coolant Temperature Too High
The telltale lights up when the
engine has overheated.
In normal driving conditions
: stop
the car, turn off the engine and check that the
coolant level in the reservoir is not below the
MIN mark. In this case, wait for the engine to
cool down, then slowly and carefully open the
cap, fill with coolant and check that the level is
between the MIN and MAX marks on the reser -
voir itself. Also check visually for any fluid
leaks. Contact an authorized dealer if the tell -
tale comes on when the engine is started
again.
If the vehicle is used under demanding condi -
tions (e.g. in high-performance driving): slow
down and, if the warning light stays on, stop
the vehicle. Stop for two or three minutes with
the engine running and slightly accelerated to
facilitate better coolant circulation, then turn the engine off. Check that the coolant level is
correct as described above.
Hood Cap Not Properly Shut
The telltale turns on when the hood
cap is not properly closed, along with
the icon, an image of the vehicle with
an open hood cap appears on the
display.
A buzzer is heard when the hood cap is open
and the vehicle is moving.
Close the hood properly.
Insufficient Engine Oil Level
The telltale turns on, along with the
related message on the display, to
indicate low engine oil level.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the
system checked.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
This telltale indicates low engine oil
pressure. If the telltale turns on
while driving, stop the vehicle and
shut off the engine as soon as
possible. A chime will sound when this telltale
turns on. Do not operate the vehicle until the
cause is corrected. This telltale does not indi -
cate how much oil is in the engine.

NOTE:

Do not use the vehicle until the failure has
been solved. The turning on of the telltale does
not indicate the amount of oil in the engine:
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the oil level can be checked on the display
upon entering the vehicle and also by acti-
vating the “Oil level” function on the Informa -
tion and Entertainment System.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Trunk Lid Not Properly Shut
The telltale turns on when the trunk
lid is not properly closed, along with
the icon, an image of the vehicle with
an open trunk lid appears on the
display.
A buzzer is heard when the trunk lid is open
and the vehicle is moving.
Close the trunk lid properly.
Amber Symbols
Engine Immobilizer Failure/Break-In
Attempt
Engine Immobilizer System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to report a
failure of the Engine Immobilizer
system. Break-In Attempt
The telltale will illuminate
when the ignition is cycled to ON position, to
indicate a possible break-in attempt detected
by the alarm system.
Electronic Key Not Recognized The telltale will
illuminate when the engine is started and the
electronic key is not recognized by the system.
Alarm System Failure The telltale will illumi -
nate to report an alarm system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Fuel Cut-Off Indicator Light
The telltale will illuminate after an
accident has occurred and the
system has shut the fuel off.
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fuel supply, contact an authorized dealer.
Park Sensors System Failure
The telltale will illuminate when the
system has failed or is not available.
Contact an authorized dealer to have
the system checked.
Engine Oil Change Required — If Equipped
The telltale is illuminated only for a
limited time.
NOTE:

After the first indication, each time the engine
is started the symbol will continue to illumi
-
nate as described above until the oil is
changed.

If the telltale flashes, this does not mean that
there is a fault on the vehicle, rather it simply
reports that it is now necessary to change the oil
as a result of regular use of the vehicle. The dete -
rioration of engine oil is accelerated by using the
vehicle for short drives, preventing the engine
from reaching operating temperature.

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the
event of engine oil pressure sensor
failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
CAUTION!
If the LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE symbol
switches on when driving, stop the engine
immediately and contact an authorized
dealer.
CAUTION!

Deteriorated engine oil should be replaced as
soon as possible after the symbol is switched
on, and never more than 500 miles (805 km)
after it first switches on. Failure to observe the
above may result in severe damage to the
engine and invalidate the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty. When this symbol comes on, it does
not mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if
it flashes you do not need to top up the engine
oil.

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Engine Oil Level Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the
event of engine oil level sensor
failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System
Failure — If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate in the case
of failure of the Forward Collision
Warning system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Stop/Start System Failure

This telltale will illuminate to report a
Stop/Start system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible to have the failure eliminated.

Rain Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the case
of failure of the automatic wind -
shield wiper.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Dusk Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the case
of failure of the automatic low beam
alignment. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Blind Spot Monitoring System Failure — If
Equipped
The telltale will illuminate in the
event of a Blind Spot Monitoring
system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Fuel Level Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the
event of fuel level sensor failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Exterior Lights Failure
The telltale will illuminate to indicate
a failure on the following lights:
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) /
parking lights / trailer turn signal
indicators (if present) / trailer lights (if
present) / side lights / turn signal indicators /
rear fog light / reversing light / brake lights /
license plate lights.
The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a
blown protection fuse, or an interruption of the
electrical connection.
Replace the bulb or the relevant fuse. Contact
an authorized dealer.
Keyless System Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the
event of keyless system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Fuel Cut-Off System Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the
event of fuel cut-off system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System
Failure — If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate in the
event of a fault in the Lane Depar -
ture Warning system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Automatic High Beam Headlights Failure —
If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate to report a
failure of the automatic high beam
headlights.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible to have the failure eliminated.
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Green Symbols
Headlights
The telltale will illuminate when the
headlights are turned on.
Automatic Headlights
The symbol lights up when the auto-
matic headlights are on.
Stop/Start Operation
The telltale will illuminate in the case
of Stop/Start system intervention
(stopping the engine).
When the engine is restarted, the telltale will
shut off
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Cruise Control Activated
The telltale will illuminate when the
Cruise Control system is activated.
Adaptive Cruise Control System — If
Equipped
The symbol comes on when the
Adaptive Cruise Control system is
activated.
Blue Symbols
Automatic High Beam Headlights — If
Equipped
The telltale will illuminate when the
automatic high beam headlights are
activated.
High Beam Headlights
The telltale will illuminate when the
high beam headlights are activated.
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM
Operation
The Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD) carries
out a continuous diagnosis of the components
of the vehicle related to emissions.
It also alerts the driver of when these compo -
nents are no longer in peak condition by
switching on the Engine Check/Malfunc -
tion Indicator warning light on the instrument
panel. The aim of the OBD system (Onboard Diag
-
nostic) is to:
Monitor the efficiency of the system
Indicate an increase in emissions
Indicate the need to replace damaged
components
The vehicle also has a connector, which can
interface with appropriate tools, that makes it
possible to read the error codes stored in the
electronic control units together with a series
of specific parameters for engine operation
and diagnosis. This check can be carried out
by an authorized dealer.

NOTE:

After eliminating a fault, to check the system
completely, an authorized dealer is obliged to
run tests and, if necessary certain road tests.
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity
Your vehicle is required to have OBD II and a
connection port to allow access to information
related to the performance of your emissions
controls. Authorized service technicians may
need to access this information to assist with
the diagnosis and service of your vehicle and
emissions system.
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After Starting — Warming Up The Engine
Proceed as follows:
Travel slowly, letting the engine run at a
reduced RPM, without accelerating
suddenly.
It is recommended to wait until the digital
engine coolant temperature indicator starts
to rise for maximum performance.
Stopping The Engine
To stop the engine, proceed as follows:
1. Park the vehicle in a position that is notdangerous for oncoming traffic.
2. Engage the PARK (P) mode.
3. With engine idling, push the ENGINE START/STOP button on the steering wheel
to STOP the engine.

NOTE:

Do not leave the ignition in ACC mode when
the engine is off.
To shut off the engine with vehicle speed
greater than 5 mph (8 km/h), you must push
and hold the ignition or push the ENGINE
START/STOP button three times consecutively
within a few seconds. The engine will shut
down, and the ignition will be placed in the
ACC mode With the keyless ignition system, it is possible
to exit the vehicle taking the key fob with you,
without the engine switching off. The vehicle
will inform about the absence of the key on
board, when the doors are closed.
After the engine has stopped (cycling from the
ACC to the OFF position) the accessories are
still powered for about three minutes, or until
a door is opened.
When the ignition is in the OFF mode, the
window switches remain active for three
minutes. Opening a front door will cancel this
function.
After severe driving, idle the engine to allow
the temperature inside the engine compart
-
ment to cool before shutting off the engine.
Turbocharger Cool Down
It is recommended before switching the
vehicle off, to keep the engine idling for a few
minutes so that the turbocharger can be suit -
ably lubricated. This procedure is particularly
recommended after severe driving.
After a full load operation, keep the engine
idling for three to five minutes before
switching it off.
This time allows the lubricating oil and the
engine coolant to eliminate the excessive heat
from combustion chamber, bearings, inner
components and turbocharger.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid
into the throttle body air inlet opening in
an attempt to start the vehicle. This could
result in flash fire causing serious
personal injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle
to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the
catalytic converter and once the engine
has started, ignite and damage the
converter and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a
start from a booster battery or the battery
in another vehicle. This type of start can
be dangerous if done improperly

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CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
25 seconds at a time. Wait 60 seconds
before trying again.
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For the first 1,500 miles (2,414 km):
Do not participate in track events, sport
driving schools, or similar activities during
the first 1,500 miles (2,414 km).

NOTE:

Monitor engine oil with every refueling and add
if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be
higher through the first oil change interval.
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB)
The EPB features a switch located on the
center console, a caliper with motor for each
rear wheel, and an electronic control module.
Electric Park Brake Switch
The EPB can be engaged in two ways:
Manually, by pulling the switch on the
center console.
Automatically, in “Safe Hold” or “Auto Park
Brake” conditions.
NOTE:

Normally, the EPB is engaged automatically
when the engine is stopped. This function can
be deactivated/activated on the Information
and Entertainment system by selecting the
following items in sequence on the main
menu: “Settings”, “Driver Assistance” and
“Automatic Parking Brake”.
In addition to engaging the EPB, along with
steering and positioning chocks in front of the
wheels (when on a steep slope), you must
always place the vehicle in the PARK (P) mode
before leaving.
Should the vehicle battery be faulty, the
battery must be replaced in order to unlock the
EPB.
Engaging The EPB Manually
Briefly pull the switch located on the center
console to manually engage the EPB when the
vehicle is stationary.
Noise may be heard from the rear of the
vehicle when engaging the EPB.
A slight movement of the brake pedal may be
detected when engaging the EPB with the
brake pedal pressed.
With the EPB engaged, the BRAKE warning
light on the instrument cluster display and the
switch will illuminate.
If, under exceptional circumstances, the use
of the brake is required with the vehicle in
motion, keep the switch on the center console
pulled as long as the brake action is neces
-
sary.
The BRAKE warning light may turn on with the
hydraulic system temporarily unavailable; in
this case, braking is controlled by the motors.
The brake lights will also automatically turn on
in the same way as normal braking with the
use of the brake pedal.
Release the switch on the center console to
stop the braking action with the vehicle in
motion.
If, through this procedure, the vehicle is
braked until a speed below 1.9 mph (3 km/h)
is reached and the switch is kept pulled, the
parking brake will definitively engage.

NOTE:

Driving the vehicle with the EPB engaged, or
using it several times to slow down the vehicle,
may cause severe damage to the braking
system.
CAUTION!
With the Electronic Parking Brake failure
warning light on, some functions of the EPB
are deactivated. In this case the driver is
responsible for brake activation and vehicle
parking in complete safety conditions.
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The EPB engages automatically to prevent
vehicle movement if:
The vehicle speed is below 2 mph (3 km/h).
A transmission operating mode different
from PARK (P) is activated.
The driver's seat belt is not fastened.
The driver side door is open.
No attempts to apply pressure on the brake
pedal have been detected.
The vehicle is parked on roads with a slope
of more than 4%.
The “Safe Hold” function can be temporarily
disabled by pushing the EPB switch located on
the center console and the brake pedal at the
same time, with the vehicle stationary and the
driver side door open.
Once disabled, the function will activate again
when the vehicle speed reaches 12 mph
(20 km/h) or the ignition is cycled to OFF and
then to ACC.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The vehicle is equipped with an electronically
controlled 8-speed automatic transmission
where gear shifting automatically takes place,
depending on the vehicle usage instanta -
neous parameters (vehicle speed, grade, and
accelerator pedal position).
Manual gear shifting can still occur thanks to
the “Sequential” mode position for the gear
selector.
WARNING!
It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or
NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher
than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly
pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle
could accelerate quickly forward or in
reverse. You could lose control of the
vehicle and hit someone or something.
Only shift into gear when the engine is
idling normally and your foot is firmly
pressing the brake pedal.
Unintended movement of a vehicle could
injure those in or near the vehicle. As with
all vehicles, you should never exit a
vehicle while the engine is running. Before
exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
and turn the ignition OFF. When the igni -
tion is in the OFF mode, the transmission
is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle
against unwanted movement.
When leaving the vehicle, always make
sure the ignition is in the OFF mode,
remove the key fob from the vehicle, and
lock the vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission gear
selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil -
dren), and do not leave the ignition in the
ON/RUN or ACC mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if
the following precautions are not observed:
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only
after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE,
NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is
above idle speed.
Before shifting into any gear, make sure
your foot is firmly pressing the brake
pedal.
WARNING! (Continued)
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To transition the vehicle into REVERSE (R)
mode from DRIVE (D) mode, or into DRIVE (D)
mode from REVERSE (R) mode, it is necessary
to move the gear selector by pushing the gear
selector button.
AutoStick can be activated by moving the gear
selector from DRIVE (D) to the left and then
forward toward the - symbol (or backward
toward the + symbol) changing the gear.
To shift out of PARK (P), or to pass from posi -
tion NEUTRAL (N) to position DRIVE (D) or
REVERSE (R), the vehicle must be moving at a
low speed or stopped, and the brake pedal
must also be pressed.

NOTE:

DO NOT accelerate while shifting from posi -
tion PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to another
position.
After selecting a gear, wait a few seconds
before accelerating. This precaution is
particularly important with engine cold.
It is not possible to select NEUTRAL (N)
mode from PARK (P) mode.
Transmission Operating Modes
PARK (P)
The transmission is locked in this mode. The
engine can be started in this mode.
NOTE:

Never try to engage PARK (P) mode when the
vehicle is moving. Before leaving the vehicle,
make sure this mode is engaged (letter P
shown on the display and gear selector) and
that the parking brake is engaged.
When parking on a flat surface, first engage
the PARK (P) mode and then engage the EPB.
When parking uphill, before activating the
PARK (P) mode, engage the EPB. Otherwise, it
could be difficult to engage the (P) mode.
To check that the PARK (P) mode is actually
engaged, make sure (P) is illuminated on the
display and on the gear selector.
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi
-
tute for the parking brake. Always apply
the parking brake fully when parked to
guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
Your vehicle could move and injure you
and others if it is not in PARK. Check by
trying to move the gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released.
Make sure the transmission is in PARK
before leaving the vehicle.
It is dangerous to shift out of PARK or
NEUTRAL if the engine speed is higher
than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly
pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle
could accelerate quickly forward or in
reverse. You could lose control of the
vehicle and hit someone or something.
Only shift into gear when the engine is
idling normally and your foot is firmly
pressing the brake pedal.
Unintended movement of a vehicle could
injure those in or near the vehicle. As with
all vehicles, you should never exit a
vehicle while the engine is running. Before
exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into PARK,
and turn the ignition OFF. When the igni -
tion is in the OFF mode, the transmission
is locked in PARK, securing the vehicle
against unwanted movement.
When leaving the vehicle, always make
sure the ignition is in the OFF mode,
remove the key fob from the vehicle, and
lock the vehicle.
WARNING! (Continued)
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