FIAT 500X 2017 Owner handbook (in English)

Symbol What it means
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol with engine on corresponds to an alternator failure. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING
The symbol switches on when one or more doors are not completely shut. An acoustic signal is activated
with the doors open and the vehicle moving. Close the doors properly.
FULL BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbols switch on (with the displayed message) in the case of failure of the Full Brake Control
system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
LANE ASSIST SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol comes on in the case of permanent Lane Assist system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
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Symbol What it means
FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE/BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
Fiat CODE system failure
The symbol switches on to indicate a failure of the Fiat CODE system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
Break-in attempt
The symbol switches on when the ignition device is moved to MAR position, to indicate a possible break-in
attempt detected by the alarm system.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATION
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system intervention.
For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to the description in the "Fuel cut-off system" section in the "In
an emergency" chapter. If it is still not possible to restore the fuel supply, contact a Fiat Dealership.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
EXCESSIVE AT9 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE / EXCESSIVE TWIN CLUTCH
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE
The symbol switches on in the case of transmission overheating, after a particularly demanding use. In this
case an engine performance limitation is carried out. With engine off or at idle speed, wait until the symbol
switches off.
AUDIO SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the audio system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
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Symbol What it means
DUSK SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on along with a message on the display in the event of dusk sensor failure. Contact
a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
RAIN SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the rain sensor. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
START&STOP SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the Start&Stop system. The display will show a dedicated
message. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
KEYLESS GO SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of Keyless Go system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
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Symbol What it means
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol turns on when the outside temperature falls to or below 3°C.
IMPORTANT In the case of outside temperature sensor failure, the digits that indicate the value are
replaced by dashes.
SPEED LIMITER FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the Speed Limiter device. Contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
4x4 DRIVE SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol turns on to indicate that there is a failure in the 4x4 drive system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE
The symbol switches on to indicate a failure on the following lights: daytime running lights (DRLs); parking
lights; side lights; direction indicators; rear fog light; reversing light; number plate lights; stop lights.
The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or an interruption of the electrical
connection.
AUTOMATIC MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the automatic main beam headlights. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
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Symbol What it means
WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel versions)
The symbol switches on constantly when driving (along with a message in the display), to indicate the
presence of water in the diesel filter.
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DPF CLEANING (particulate trap) in progress (diesel versions with DPF only)
The symbol switches on constantly to indicate that the DPF system needs to eliminate the trapped
pollutants (particulate) through the regeneration process.
The symbol does not switch on during every DPF regeneration, but only when driving conditions require
that the driver is notified. To turn off the symbol, keep the vehicle in motion until the regeneration process
is over. On average, the process lasts 15 minutes. Optimal conditions for completing the process are
achieved by travelling at 60 km/h with engine speed above 2000 rpm.
When this symbol switches on, it does not indicate a vehicle failure and thus it should not be taken to a
workshop.
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Symbol What it means
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel level sensor failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED
(where provided)
Diesel versions: the symbol turns on and is displayed for 3 minute cycles and intervals of 5 seconds
until the oil is changed.
The symbol is displayed until the problem is solved.
Petrol versions: the symbol switches on and then is not displayed when the display cycle is completed.
IMPORTANT After the first indication, each time the engine is started the symbol will continue to switch
on as described above until the oil is changed.
If the symbol 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 deterioration of engine oil is accelerated by using the vehicle for short drives, preventing the engine
from reaching operating temperature.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on constantly together with the message in the display in the case of engine oil
pressure sensor failure.
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Symbol What it means
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) FAILURE
(where provided)
The symbol turns on (together with a message on the display) to indicate an Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) system failure. Contact a Fiat Dealership.
SCHEDULED SERVICING (SERVICE)
The “Service Schedule” includes car maintenance at fixed intervals (refer to the "Maintenance and care"
chapter). When the next scheduled service deadline is approaching, the symbol will be displayed,
followed by the number of kilometres/miles or days (where provided) left, when the ignition device is
turned to MAR.
This is displayed automatically, with ignition device at MAR, 2000 km before servicing or, where provided,
30 days before servicing. It is also displayed each time the ignition device is turned to MAR or, for some
versions, every 200 km. Below this threshold servicing indications are more frequent. The display will be
in km or miles according to the unit of measurement set.
Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the "Service Schedule" operations will be performed and the message will
be reset.
This symbol turns on to indicate that the clutch pedal must be pressed to enable starting.
This symbol appears to suggest engaging a higher gear (upshifting).
The symbol appears to suggest engaging a lower gear (downshifting).
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Symbol What it means
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
The (white) symbol switches on when the speed limit (e.g. 110 km/h) set through the menu of the display
is exceeded (the inner value updates according to the set speed).
For versions/markets, where provided, the (red) symbol switches on when the speed limit set through the
menu of the display is exceeded: for these versions the value is set to 120.
ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL
The symbol switches on if the electronic Cruise Control is activated.
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Messages on the display
Message on display
BLIND SPOT ASSISTBLIND SPOT ASSIST SYSTEM
Sensor locking: in case of failure of the Blind Spot Assist system sensor, a
message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door mirrors
are switched on continuously. Free the bumper of any obstacles or clean it.
System not available: in case the Blind Spot Assist system is not available, a
message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door mirrors
are switched on continuously. The failed operation of the system might be due to
the insufficient voltage from the battery or other failures on the electrical system.
Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible to have the electrical system
checked.
Blind Spot Assist system failure: in case of a failure of the Blind Spot Assist
system, a message will appear on the display. In this case, the LEDs on the door
mirrors are switched off. An acoustic signal is also emitted. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
DYNAMIC STEERING TORQUEDST SYSTEM (Dynamic Steering Torque)
A dedicated message is displayed in the case of a DST system failure. Contact a
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
PARK ASSISTACTIVE PARK ASSIST (where provided)
Temporary parking sensors failure: a dedicated message is displayed in
case of a temporary failure of the parking sensors. If the problem is still present
after cleaning the parking sensor area, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Permanent parking sensors failure: a dedicated message is displayed in
case of a permanent failure of the parking sensors. The failed operation of the
system might be due to the insufficient voltage from the battery or other failures
of the electrical system. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
LANE ASSISTLANE ASSIST SYSTEM
Camera obstructed: a dedicated message is shown on the display in the case
of dirt on the windscreen, which may adversely affect correct operation of the
camera. Clean the windscreen using a soft clean cloth, taking care not to
scratch it. Should the failure persist, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as
possible.
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Message on display
START&STOPSTART&STOP SYSTEM ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
Activation: the system activation is signalled by a message on the display. In
this case, the LED on the button is off.
Deactivation: a message will appear on the display when the system is off. In
this case, the LED on the button is on.
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