warning FIAT 500X 2015 2.G Owner's Manual

The load platform can also be tilted,
and is equipped with a washable plastic
surface, useful for instance for
transporting wet or muddy items.
IMPORTANT Movements of the load
platform must take place in a central
position relative to the boot.
Securing your loadThere are four hooks at the corners of
the boot (two at the front A fig. 49
and two at the rear B), for attaching
cables which can secure the load
carried.
WARNING
27)Be careful not to hit objects on the
storage shelf when you open the tailgate.
WARNING
12)The dimensions of the platform permit
a maximum capacity of distributed weight
of 70 kg: do not load objects with a heavier
weight.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
This section of the booklet gives you all
the information you need to
understand, interpret and use the
instrument panel correctly.CONTROL PANEL AND
ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS ........... 39
DISPLAY ......................................... 41
TRIP COMPUTER ........................... 43
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES .................................... 44
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CONTROL PANEL AND ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTSVERSIONS WITH SINGLE-COLOUR DISPLAYA. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Fuel level digital gauge with reserve warning light – C. Display – D. Digital engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light – E. Rev counter.
Warning light supplied on diesel versions only.
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.
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VERSIONS WITH COLOUR DISPLAYA. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Fuel level digital gauge with reserve warning light – C. Display – D. Digital engine coolant temperature gauge
with overheating warning light – E. Rev counter.
Warning light supplied on diesel versions only.
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.
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DISPLAYDESCRIPTIONThe vehicle is equipped with a display
that can show useful information to the
driver while driving.
The display fig. 52 will show the
following information:❒A: time, Gear Shift Indicator (where
provided), gear engagement (versions
with automatic transmission only),
outside temperature, compass
indications (where provided), date.
❒B: vehicle speed, warning
messages/any failure indications.
❒C: total kilometres (or miles) run and
icons of any failure indications.
GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR(where provided)
The Gear Shift Indicator (GSI) system
advises the driver when to change gear
through a special indication on the
display
Through the GSI, the driver is informed
that the gear change will allow a
reduction in fuel consumption to be
obtained.
When the SHIFT UP icon (
SHIFT) is
shown on the display, the GSI is
advising the driver to engage a higher
gear, while the SHIFT DOWN (
SHIFT)
icon advises the driver to engage a
lower gear.
The indication in the display remains
until a gear is shifted or the driving
conditions go back to a situation where
gearshifting is not required to improve
consumption.
CONTROL BUTTONSThese are located on the left side of the
steering wheel fig. 53.
They allow the driver to select and
interact with the items in the Main menu
of the display (see paragraph "Main
menu").
❒
/
: press and release the
buttons to access the Main menu and
to scroll the menu and the submenus
upwards or downwards.
❒
/
: press and release the
buttons to access the information
displays or the submenus of an item of
the Main menu.
❒OK: press this button to access/
select the info displays or the
submenus of an item of the Main menu.
Hold the button pressed for 1 second
to reset the displayed/selected
functions.
08:30
KM/H
120
22°C
04/07/2014
1230km
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGESIMPORTANT The warning light switches on in the instrument panel 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. Always
refer to the information in this chapter in the event of a failure indication.
IMPORTANT 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.
Warning light What it means
INSUFFICIENT BRAKE FLUID / ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE ON
Low brake fluid level
The warning light switches on when the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level, possibly
due to a leak in the circuit. Restore the brake fluid level, then check that the warning light has switched off.
If the warning light stays on, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Electric parking brake on
The warning light switches on when the electric parking brake is engaged. Release the electric parking
brake, then check that the warning light has switched off. If the warning light stays on, contact a Fiat
Dealership.EBD FAILURE
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red) and
(amber) warning lights with the engine on
indicates either a failure 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.
Drive very carefully to the nearest Fiat Dealership to have the system inspected immediately.
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Warning light What it means
POWER STEERING FAILURE
This warning light (or symbol in the display) switches on when the ignition device is brought to MAR, but it
should switch off after a few seconds. If the warning light (or symbol on the display) remains on, you could
not have steering assistance and the effort required to operate the steering wheel could be increased;
steering is, however, possible. On some versions, the display shows the dedicated message. Contact a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED
The warning light switches on constantly if the vehicle is stationary and the driver side and/or passenger
side seat belt (with passenger seated) is not fastened. The warning light flashes and an acoustic signal will
sound if the vehicle is in motion and the driver side and/or passenger side seat belt (with passenger
seated) is not correctly fastened. Fasten the seat belt.AIRBAG FAILURE
If the warning light switches on constantly, this indicates a failure in the airbag system.
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WARNING
28)If, when the ignition device is turned to MAR, the
warning light does not switch on or stays on whilst 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 proceeding, contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked as soon as possible.
29)The failure of the
warning light is signalled by the switching on of the icon
on the instrument panel. In this case, the warning light
may not indicate any failure with the restraint systems. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.
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Warning light What it means
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH
The warning light (or the icon on the display on some versions) switches on when the engine is overheated.
When driving normally: stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. If it is, wait for the engine to cool down, then slowly and carefully open
the cap, top up with coolant and check that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir.
Also check visually for any fluid leaks. If, when restarting, the warning light switches on (or the icon is
displayed) again, contact a Fiat Dealership.
If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions(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.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to keep the engine running and slightly accelerated for
a few minutes before turning it off.ELECTRONIC ALARM
The warning light turns on when the electronic alarm is activated (deterrent function).
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Warning light What it means
iTPMS
iTPMS failure
The warning light switches on when a failure is detected in the iTPMS. Should one or more wheels be fitted
without sensors, the display will show a warning message until initial conditions are restored.
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tyres as handling may be compromised. Stop
the vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. Repair immediately using the dedicated tyre repair kit (see
the “Fix&Go automatic kit” paragraph in the "In an emergency" chapter) and contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
Tyre pressure low
The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tyre pressure is lower than
the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tyre duration
and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
Should two or more tyres be in the condition mentioned above, the display will show the indications
corresponding to each tyre.
In any situation in which the dedicated message is shown on the display, it is ESSENTIAL to refer to the
contents of the "Wheels" paragraph in the "Technical data" chapter, strictly complying with the indications
that you find there.
In any situation in which the dedicated message is shown on the display, the sequence of indications
corresponding to each tyre.ABS FAILURE
The warning light switches on to indicate an ABS fault. In this case the braking system will work as normal,
but without the extra performance offered by the ABS. Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
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Warning light What it means
ESC SYSTEM
ESC system activation
Intervention by the system is indicated by the flashing of the warning light: it indicates that the vehicle is in
critical stability and grip conditions.
ESC system failure
If the warning light does not switch off, or if it stays on with the engine running, a failure was found on the
ESC system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
Hill Hold Control system failure
The warning light switches on and the displays shows the dedicated message, indicating Hill Hold Control
system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.PARTIAL / TOTAL DEACTIVATION OF ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS
The warning light switches on to indicate that some active safety systems have been partially or totally
deactivated. When the systems are reactivated, the warning light switches off.REAR FOG LIGHT
The warning light switches on when the rear fog light is turned on.ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
The warning light switches on when electric parking brake failure is detected. Contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
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WARNING
30)If a failure is present with sharp braking, the rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may swerve.
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