instrument panel FIAT 124 SPIDER 2017 2.G Owner's Manual

WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
Warning Lights And
Messages
Note:
The warning light in the instrument
panel appears 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’s Manual, which you are
advised to read carefully in all cases.
Always refer to the information in this
chapter in the event of a failure
indication.
Failure indications displayed are
divided into two categories: serious
and less serious failures. Serious
failures are indicated by a repeated
and prolonged warning "cycle". Less
serious failures are indicated by a
warning "cycle" with a shorter duration.
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. Vehicles With Fiat Connect 7.0
The warning contents can be verified
on the audio system.
Proceed as follows:
If the warning light is turned on,
selecticon on the home screen to
display the application screen.
Select “ Warning Guidance ”to
display the current warnings.
Select the applicable warning to view
the warning details.
For the following warning/indicator lights:
Master Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light
ABS Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light
Engine Oil Warning Light
Electric Throttle Warning Light
Cold Start Warning Light
Check Engine Warning Light
Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Automatic Transmission Warning
Light
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator
Light
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Light
Check Fuel Cap Warning Light
Low Fuel Warning Light
Seat Belt Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning
Light
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Warning Light
KEY Warning Light
LED Headlight KEY Warning Light
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) OFF
Indicator Light
Wrench Indicator Light
TCS/DSC Indicator Light
DSC OFF Indicator Light
Security Indicator Light
Indicator Light
Passenger Air Bag Deactivation
Warning Light
The light turns on when the ignition is
switched on for an operation check,
and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light
does not turn on or remains turned on,
have the vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Dealership.
Note:
Only for “Brake System Warning Light”:
the light turns on continuously when the
parking brake is applied.
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Warning LightWhat It Means
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the
charging system. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Stop the vehicle in a
safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Dealership.
Note:Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the
engine could stop unexpectedly.
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
Note:Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine
damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while driving:
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
Turn off the engine and wait five minutes for the oil to drain back into the sump.
Inspect the engine oil level. If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine oil while being
careful not to overfill.
Start the engine and check the warning light.
Note:
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or after adding oil, stop the
engine immediately and contact an Authorized Dealership.
DOOR-OPEN WARNING LIGHT
The light turns on if any door is not closed securely.
Close the door securely.
Warning!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You
could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.
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Red Warning Lights
Warning lightWhat It Means
KEY WARNING LIGHT (ILLUMINATED)
If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it illuminates continuously.
Note:If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator light (amber)
flashes, the engine may not start. If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using the
emergency operation for starting the engine, and contact an Authorized Dealership as soon as
possible.
Refer to “Emergency Operation For Starting Operation” in “Starting The Engine” paragraph.
Key Warning Light (Flashing)
Advanced key fob malfunction
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
The advanced key fob battery is discharged: replace the key fob battery.
The advanced key fob is not within the operation range/is placed in areas inside the
cabin where it is difficult for the key to be detected : bring the advanced key fob into the
operation range.
A key fob from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key fob is in the
operation range : take the key fob from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key out
of the operation range.
Without the ignition switched OFF, the advanced key is taken out of the vehicle,
and then all the doors are closed : bring the advanced key fob back into the vehicle.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM
The warning light switches on to report a failure of the Vehicle Security Alarm System. Contact
an Authorized Dealership as soon as possible.
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Caution!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel
economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.
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Warning lightWhat it means
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check
the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on
your vehicle, to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow
the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Caution!The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and
warning have been established for the tire size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system
operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of the same
size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire
sealants may cause the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to become inoperable.
After using an aftermarket tire sealant it is recommended that you take your vehicle to an
authorized dealership to have your sensor function checked.
POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT
The light illuminates if the electric power steering has a malfunction. If the light illuminates, stop the
vehicle in a safe place and do not operate the steering wheel. There is no problem if the light turns
off after a while. Contact an Authorized Dealership if the light illuminates continuously.
Note:
If the indicator light illuminates, the power steering will not operate normally. If this happens, the
steering wheel can still be operated, however, the operation may feel heavy compared to normal,
or the steering wheel could vibrate when turning.
Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or moving
extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to go into protective mode which will make
the steering feel heavy, but this does not indicate a problem. If this occurs, park the vehicle safely
and wait several minutes for the system to return to normal.
Warning!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire
size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of
the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Do not use tire sealant from a can or balance beads if your
vehicle is equipped with a TPMS, as damage to the sensors may result.
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Amber Warning Lights
Warning lightsWhat it means
LED HEADLIGHT WARNING LIGHT
This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Contact an Authorized
Dealership as soon as possible.
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) OFF INDICATOR LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED)
A problem in the system may be indicated under the following conditions:
The light does not turn on when the ignition is placed in the ON position.
The light remains turned on even if the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) switch is operated.
It turns on while driving the vehicle.Contact an Authorized Dealership as soon as possible.
If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffic and few vehicles that the radar sensors can
detect, the system may pause (the warning light illuminates). However, it does not indicate a
malfunction.
LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT
The light turns on when the remaining fuel is about 2.3 gallons (9.0 liters).
The light illumination timing may vary because fuel inside the fuel tank moves around according
to the driving conditions and the vehicle posture. Add fuel.
LOW WASHER FLUID LEVEL WARNING LIGHT (IF EQUIPPED)
This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. Add washer fluid.
CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATION (IF EQUIPPED)
The warning light illuminates when the cruise control system is activated.
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Green Warning Lights
Warning lightWhat it means
LEFT DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved downwards or,
together with the right direction indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pushed.
RIGHT DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved upwards or,
together with the left direction indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pushed.
SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS
The warning light turns on when side lights or dipped beam headlights are turned on.
CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
The warning light turns on when a cruising speed has been set.
KEY INDICATOR LIGHT
The warning light turns on when the engine is ready to start.
Warning light flashing
When the keyless START/STOP button is pushed from ON to ACC or OFF position, the warning
light may flash for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power of the
key is low. Replace with a new battery before the key becomes unusable.
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Warning Light (Red Color) On Dashboard Trim
Warning lightWhat it means
SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
The seat belt warning light turns on if the driver or passengers seat is occupied and the seat belt
is not fastened with the ignition placed in the ON position.
If the driver or passengers seat belt is unfastened (only when the passenger seat is occupied)
and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 12 MPH (20 km/h), the warning light
flashes. After a short time, the LED stops flashing, but remains illuminated.
If a seat belt remains unfastened, the LED flashes again for a given period of time.
If the driver or passengers seat belt is unfastened after the LED turns on, and the vehicle speed
exceeds 12 MPH (20 km/h), the LED flashes again.
With Passenger Occupant Classification System: to allow the passenger occupant
classification sensor to function properly, do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on
the passengers seat. The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion
could cause sensor interference.
Without Passenger Occupant Classification System : placing heavy items on the
passengers seat may cause the passengers seat belt warning function to operate depending on
the weight of the item. To allow the passengers seat weight sensor to function properly, do not
place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the passengers seat. The sensor may not
function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference. If a small
child is seated on the passengers seat, the warning light may not operate.
Fasten the seat belts.
Warning Light (Amber Color) On Instrument Cluster Trim
Warning light What it means
PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION INDICATOR LIGHT
The light turns on when the ignition is switched on for an operation check, and turns off a few
seconds later or when the engine is started. If the light does not turn on or remains turned on,
contact an Authorized Dealership.
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passengers seat. The sensor may not
function properly because the
additional seat cushion could cause
sensor interference.
If a small child is seated on the
passengers seat, the warning beep
may not operate.
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If the vehicle speed exceeds about
12 MPH (20 km/h) with the driver or
passengers seat belt unfastened, a
warning beep sounds continuously. If
the seat belt remains unfastened, the
beep sound stops once and then
continues for about 90 seconds. The
beep stops after the driver or
passengers seat belt is fastened.
Until a seat belt is fastened or a given
period of time has elapsed, the beep
sound will not stop even if the vehicle
speed falls below 12 MPH (20 km/h).
Warning!
Placing heavy items on the front
passenger seat may cause the front
passenger seat belt warning function to
operate depending on the weight of the
item.
To allow the front passenger seat weight
sensor to function properly, do not place
and sit on an additional seat cushion on the
front passenger seat. The sensor may not
function properly because the additional
seat cushion could cause sensor
interference.
When a small child sits on the front
passenger seat, it is possible that the
warning beep will not operate.
Ignition Not Switched OFF
If the driver's door is opened while the
ignition is placed in the ACC position, a
continuous beep sound will be heard to
notify the driver that the ignition has not
been placed in the OFF position.
Left in this condition, the keyless entry
system will not operate, the car cannot
be locked, and the battery power will
be depleted.
Key Removed From Vehicle
Warning Beep
A beep sound will be heard 6 times
and the
warning light (red) will flash
continuously if the ignition has not been
placed in the OFF position, all the doors
are closed, and the key fob is removed
from the vehicle.
This is to notify the driver that the key
fob has been removed from the vehicle
and the ignition has not been placed in
the OFF position. Note:
Because the key fob uses
low-intensity radio waves, the
warning may activate if the key fob
is carried together with a metal object
or it is placed in a poor signal reception
area.
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep — If Equipped With Advanced
Keyless Function
If the request switch on the exterior
door handle is pushed with a door
open, or the ignition has not been
placed in the OFF position, a beep will
be heard for about 2 seconds to
indicate that the doors, and trunk lid
cannot be locked.
Key Left-In-Trunk Compartment
Warning Beep — If Equipped With
Advanced Keyless Function
If the key fob is left in the trunk with all
doors locked and the trunk lid closed, a
beep sound is heard for about
10 seconds to remind the driver the key
fob has been left in the trunk.
If this happens, open the trunk lid by
pushing the electric trunk lid opener
and remove the key fob.
A key fob removed from the trunk may
not function because its functions may
have been temporarily suspended. To
restore the key fob function, perform
the applicable procedure (see
paragraph “Keys” in “Getting to know
your vehicle” chapter).
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PERSONALIZATION FEATURES
Overview
The following Personalization Features can be set or changed by the customer or by an Authorized Dealer.
Personalization Features differ depending on the market and specification.
Settings change method
1.Settings can be changed by operating the center display screen
A:Refer to the “Settings” paragraph in Fiat Connect 7.0 Supplement for further information.
B: Refer to “Fuel economy monitor” paragraph in this chapter.
2. Settings can be changed by operating the vehicle switches
C:Refer to “Auto lock/unlock function” paragraph in “Getting to know your vehicle” for further information.
D:Refer to “Key Fob” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” for further information.
E:Refer to “Lock/unlock with request switch (With the advanced keyless function)” (Doors) in “Getting to know your vehicle”
for further information.
3. Settings can be changed by an Authorized Dealership (refer to the following table)
Item FeatureFactory Setting Available Settings Settings Change
Method
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Safety
Blind
Spot
Monitoring System
(if equipped) Warning Beep Volume (*)
HighHigh/Low/Off A — X
Vehicle
Door Locks Operation condition of auto
lock/unlock function Lock: When
Driving/Unlock: IGN Off Lock: When Driving/Unlock: In
Park/Lock: Out of Park Unlock: In Park/Lock: Shifting Out of Park/
Lock: When Driving Unlock: IGN Off/ Lock: When Driving/Off ACX
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