light FIAT STRADA 2011 Owner handbook (in English)

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IMPORTANT If the needle moves to
the beginning of the scale
(low temperature) with the
overheating warning light A on, this
indicates a fault in the system. If this
is the case, contact a Fiat Dealership
to have the system checked.
The needle may also approach the
red section when travelling too
slowly in a very hot climate. In this
case, it is best to stop for a while
and stop the engine.
Then restart and accelerate lightly.
fig. 38
F0X0302m
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
fig. 37-38
If warning light A switches on in the
instrument panel, this indicates
overheating of the engine coolant.
In normal operating conditions, the
needle may move to various
positions within the scale according
to the vehicle usage conditions and
the management of the engine
cooling system performed
automatically by the system itself.
However, it should not move to the
red danger zone.
fig. 37
F0X0301m
IMPORTANT If the indicator shows
that the tank is empty and the
reserve warning light A-fig. 35-36
flashes, this indicates a fault in the
system. On some versions, the same
fault indication is provided by scale
C, which flashes on the display. If
this is the case, contact a Fiat
Dealership to have the system
checked.

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Recalibrating the instruments
(compass and roll and pitch
meters)
The red LEDs will start to flash if
there is a fault with one of these
instruments.
In this case, the instruments must be
recalibrated. Proceed as follows:
– park the vehicle in an area which
is flat and with plenty of space
(suitable for driving through a
compete circle);
– make sure that the vehicle is
completely stationary;
– start the engine;
– use the stalk to switch on the side
lights 3 times in the space of 15
seconds;
– the roll and pitch meter LEDs
flash to indicate that the
recalibration process has started,
after which the compass LEDs
also flash;– at this point, drive the vehicle
through 2 complete circles,
finishing at the same starting point;
– the compass LEDs will stop
flashing; you must now switch the
side lights off 3 times in the space
of 15 seconds;
– the compass LEDs will switch on
for a moment, after which the
instrument panel display will show
a dedicated message regarding the
result of the calibration process.IMPORTANT Do not carry out the
recalibration procedure near strong
magnetic fields or energy sources.
To achieve correct recalibration,
carry out the procedure with vehicle
in running order and without
additional loads.

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To change the speed limit, rotate the
MY CAR ring nut: the value flashes.
The value can vary on a scale from
OFF to 220 km/h.
When the desired value is reached,
confirm by pressing MODE/TRIP.
If the ring nut remains turned for
more than 2 seconds, the value
increases / decreases rapidly.
When the function is selected, the
Üicon will appear on the display.
Dimmer
This function allows the brightness
level of some dashboard instruments
to be set: instrument panel, on-
board instruments, car radio display
etc. Doors open warning
This warning appears on the display
automatically when the vehicle speed
is greater than 4 km/h and one of
the doors is not shut correctly. On
some versions the
´warning light
switches on at the same time.
Set speed limit exceeded
This function allows the vehicle
speed limit to be set (km/h). When
this is exceeded, the driver is
notified through an acoustic signal
and the message SPEED LIMIT on
the display.
To navigate through the menu,
rotate the MY CAR ring nut. To
make adjustment and store them,
use the MODE/TRIP.
F0X1004m
F0X1005m
â–¼
F0X1012m
MODE
TRIP
F0X1005m
â–¼
MODE
TRIP
F0X1007m
F0X1008m
â–¼
MODE
TRIP
F0X1009m
â–¼
MODE
TRIP
F0X1010m
F0X1011m
â–¼
MODE
TRIP MODE
TRIP

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TRIP TIME
This is the actual trip time, given in
h, starting from the beginning of the
trip, excluding any breaks in the
journey. TRIP COMPUTER RESET
To reset the data, in order to start a
new trip monitored by the TRIP
COMPUTER, hold down the
MODE/TRIP button for more than 2
seconds.
All data except for Range and
Instantaneous Consumption will be
reset.
Inertia switch
This appears automatically when the
inertia switch intervenes, to inform
the driver that fuel supply has been
interrupted, by the FPS (Fire
Prevention System) due to a
potential fire risk.
F0X1036m
Follow me home system
This appears automatically for 20
seconds when the follow me home
system is activated.
The display shows the requested
length of time for which the dipped
headlights stay on.
F0X1037m
Automatic switching on of
display
When the vehicle is stopped and a
door is opened/closed, the display
will show the total milometer reader
and/or the clock for about 10
seconds.
F0X1038m
F0X1034m
F0X1035m
â–¼
MODE
TRIP

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Initial checks
When the key is turned to MAR-
ON, the display begins a process of
diagnosis for the vehicle’s on-board
systems. This may last for a few
seconds. If, with the engine running,
the system does not detect any
faults, the system displays OK.
If the display indicates a fault, see
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES in this section.
Speed limit exceeded
(Spd. Lim.)
This function allows the vehicle
speed limit to be set (km/h). When
this is exceeded, the driver is
notified through a dedicated
indication on the display, an acoustic
signal and a warning light (triangle
logo).
This indications are interrupted
immediately when the MODE
button is pressed. The indication on
the displayTo set the speed limit, proceed as
follows:
– press the MODE button briefly to
enter the menu;
– press the â–¼button; Spd. Lim. will
appear on the display;
– press the MODE button briefly,
then â–¼or â–²to select ON or
OFF;
– to activate the function, press the
MODE button briefly when ON
flashes;
– press the â–¼button: a speed value
will appear on the display;
– press the MODE button briefly:
the value will flash;
– set the new values as desired,
corresponding to the new speed
limit, by pressing the â–¼and/or â–²
buttons.
– press the MODE button briefly to
confirm;
– hold down the MODE button to
return to the standard display.The speed limit can only be set to a
value of 30 km/h (or 20 mph) or
above. Every time the â–¼or â–²
buttons are pressed, the value is
decreased/increased by 5 units
respectively When the buttons are
held down, the value decreases or
increases rapidly, as appropriate. It is
advisable to release the button as
you approach the desired value, then
complete the adjustment with single
presses.
The indication on the display is
interrupted automatically if the
vehicle speed falls below the set
value by at least 5 km/h (or 5 mph).

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Dusk sensor sensitivity
(auto lamp)
This function, only available for
certain versions/markets, allows
dusk sensor sensitivity to be
adjusted to 3 levels:
level 1 – minimum sensitivity
level 2 – medium sensitivity
level 3 – maximum sensitivity
The greater the sensitivity, the lesser
the light intensity required to
automatically switch on the dipped
headlights, side lights and number
plate light.
To adjust, proceed as follows:
– press the MODE button briefly:
the display will show the level set
previously;
– press the â–¼or â–²button to make
the desired adjustment;
– press the MODE button briefly to
confirm;
– hold down the MODE button to
return to the standard display.Trip B
This function, present only on some
versions/markets where provided,
allows the display of Trip B (partial
trip) to be activated (ON) or
deactivated (OFF). For further
information, see TRIP COMPUTER
in this section.
To activate or deactivate the
function, proceed as follows:
– press the MODE button briefly:
ON or OFF (depending on the
previous setting) flashes on the
display;
– press the â–¼or â–²button to
select;
– press the MODE button briefly to
confirm;
– hold down the MODE button to
return to the standard display.Set Clock
(time adjustment)
To adjust the time, proceed as
follows:
– press the MODE button briefly:
the hours flash on the display;
– press the â–¼or â–²button to
adjust;
– press the MODE button briefly:
the minutes flash on the display;
– press the â–¼or â–²button to
adjust;
– press the MODE button briefly to
confirm;
– hold down the MODE button to
return to the standard display.
Every time the â–¼or â–²buttons are
pressed, the value is
decreased/increased by 1 unit
respectively When the buttons are
held down, the value decreases or
increases rapidly, as appropriate. It is
advisable to release the button as
you approach the desired value, then
complete the adjustment with single
presses.

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Exit menu
This is the last option concluding the
menu function cycle.
– Press the MODE button briefly:
the display returns to the standard
screen.
– Pressing the â–¼button returns to
the first menu option: Spd. Lim.Doors open warning
On some versions, the display
indicates which door has
inadvertently been left open.
On others, the “doors open”
warning light on the instrument
panel switches on in the same
circumstances. On some versions,
the system informs the driver that a
speed of 4 km/h has been exceeded
through an acoustic signal.
Exterior lighting check
The
Wwarning light switches on to
indicate a failure in one of the
external lights. On some versions,
the display can indicate the electrical
circuit where the fault is present.Interior lighting adjustment
(dimmer)
This function permits a decrease
and/or increase in light intensity for
the instrument panel, car radio
display and control button
serigraphy.
To adjust to the desired level, simply
press the â–¼or â–²buttons; after a
few seconds, the display returns to
the previous screen automatically.

BRAKE FLUID LOW
(red) / HANDBRAKE
ENGAGED (red)
When the key is turned to
MAR, the warning light switches on
but should switch off after a few
seconds.
Brake fluid low
The warning light switches 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, the display shows
a dedicated message.
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
The warning light switches on
together with (where the instrument
panel permits) a specific message
and/or acoustic signal. These
indications are 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. Always
refer to the information in this
section in the event of a failure
indication.
IMPORTANT The failure indications
displayed are divided into two
categories: very serious and less
serious faults.
Very serious faults prompt a
prolonged cycle of signals.
Less serious faults prompt a shorter
cycle of signals.Warning lights (or the symbol on
the display) on the instrument panel
will stay on until the cause of the
failure is eliminated.
If the
xwarning light
switches on when
travelling (together with the
message on the display on
certain versions), stop the
vehicle immediately and
contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
x
Handbrake engaged
The warning light switches on when
the handbrake is engaged.
On certain versions, if the vehicle is
in motion, the warning light switches
on together with an acoustic signal.
IMPORTANT If the warning light
switches on when travelling, check
that the handbrake is not engaged.
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PASSENGER AIRBAG
DEACTIVATED
(amber)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The Fwarning light switches on
when the front passenger side airbag
is deactivated.
With the front passenger airbag
enabled, when the ignition key is
turned to MAR, the Fwarning light
switches on constantly for about 4
seconds, flashes for another 4
seconds and then should switch off.
F
Failure of the F
warning light is
indicated by the
¬warning
light switching on.
In addition, the airbag system
automatically disables the
airbags on the passenger’s
side. Before proceeding,
contact a Fiat Dealership
immediately to have the
system checked.
WARNING
AIRBAG FAILURE
(red)
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
When the key is turned to MAR, the
warning light switches on but should
switch off after a few seconds. The
warning light switches on constantly
if there is a fault in the airbag system.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
¬
If the ¬warning light
does not switch on when
the key is turned to MAR or
stays on when driving, there may
be a fault with the restraint
systems. In this case, the airbags
or the pretensioners may not be
activated in the case of an
accident or (in a lesser number
of cases) they may be activated
incorrectly. Contact a Fiat
Dealership immediately to have
the system checked.
WARNING
The failure of the ¬
warning light is
indicated by the flashing, for
more than the normal 4
seconds, of the front passenger
airbag deactivated warning
light
F. In addition, the
airbag system automatically
disables the airbags on the
passenger’s side (front airbag
and side bags for
versions/markets, where
provided). In this case, the
¬warning light may not indicate
faults in the restraint systems.
Before proceeding, contact a
Fiat Dealership immediately to
have the system checked.
WARNING
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EXCESSIVE ENGINE
COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (red)
When the key is turned to
MAR, the warning light switches on
but should switch off after a few
seconds.
The warning light turns on when the
engine is overheated.
If the warning light switches on,
proceed as follows:
– In the case of normal driving: stop
the vehicle, stop the engine and
check that the level of coolant in
the reservoir is not below the
MIN reference. In these
circumstances, wait a few minutes
to let the engine cool, then open
the reservoir cap slowly and
cautiously.
Top up with coolant, making sure
that the level of fluid is between
the MIN and MAX references on
the reservoir. Also check visually
for leaks. If, when restarting, the
warning light should come on
again, contact a Fiat Dealership.
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– If the vehicle is used under
demanding conditions (e.g. towing
trailers uphill or fully loaded): slow
down and, if the light stays on,
stop the vehicle.
Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the
engine running and slightly
accelerated to further favour the
coolant circulation. Then stop the
engine. Check correct fluid level in
the reservoir as described above.IMPORTANT Over demanding
routes, it is advisable to keep the
engine on and slightly accelerated for
a few minutes before switching it off.
On some versions, the display shows
a dedicated message.
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