Fault FIAT DOBLO 2009 2.G User Guide

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
GENERAL WARNINGS
Warning lights are accompanied by a specific message
and/or sound when applicable. These indications are brief
and precautionary and as such must not be considered as
exhaustive and/or alternative to the information contained
in the Owner’s Handbook, which you are recommended
to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to the informa-
tion in this chapter in the event of a failure indication.
IMPORTANT The fault indicators appearing on the dis-
play are divided into two categories: very serious and less
serious failures.
Very serious failures prompt a prolonged cycle of signals.
Less serious failures prompt a shorter cycle of signals.
Press SET ESC to stop the warning cycle in both cases.
Warning lights (or the symbol on the display) on the in-
strument panel will stay on until the cause of the failure
is eliminated.
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
If the warning light xturns on when trav-
elling (on certain versions together with
the message on the display), stop the car imme-
diately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
BRAKE FLUID LOW (red)
HANDBRAKE ON (red)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR,
the warning light turns on but should go off after a few
seconds.
Brake fluid low
The warning light turns on when the level of the brake
fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level, pos-
sibly due to a leak in the circuit.
On some versions the display shows the associated
message.
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Handbrake on
The warning light turns on when the handbrake is engaged.
On certain versions, there is also an audible warning if
the vehicle is moving.
IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on when travel-
ling, check that the handbrake is not engaged.

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INDEXAIRBAG FAILURE (red)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates
the warning light, but it will switch off after a few
seconds. The warning light stays on constantly if
there is a failure in the airbag system. A specific message
is displayed on certain versions.
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If the warning light ¬does not come on
when turning the key to MAR or stays on
during car travel, a failure may be present in the
restraint systems. If this is the case, the airbags
or pretensioners may not be deployed after an
impact or, less likely, they may be deployed ac-
cidentally. Before continuing your journey, con-
tact a Fiat Dealership to have the system checked
immediately.
WARNING
The failure of warning light ¬is indicat-
ed by warning light
“flashing for longer
than the usual four seconds, thus signalling that
the front passenger airbag is deactivated. In ad-
dition, the airbag system automatically disables
the airbags on the passenger’s side (both front
and side airbags where provided). In this case,
warning light ¬may not be indicating that there
is a fault in the restraint systems. Before driving
off, contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system
checked immediately.
WARNING
PASSENGER/SIDE AIRBAGS
DEACTIVATED
(amber)
The warning light
“comes on when the front
passenger airbag and the side bag (for versions/markets
where provided) are disabled. With the front passenger
airbags enabled, when the ignition key is turned to MAR
the
“warning light comes on steadily for about four sec-
onds, flashes for another four seconds and then should
go out.
“
Failure of the warning light “is indicat-
ed by warning light
¬coming on. In ad-
dition, the airbag system automatically disables
the airbags on the passenger’s side (both front
and side airbags where provided). Before driving
off, contact a Fiat Dealership to have the system
checked immediately.
WARNING

HILL HOLDER FAILURE (amber)
(for versions/markets where provided)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates
the warning light, but it will switch off after a few
seconds.
The warning light turns on to indicate a Hill Holder sys-
tem fault. In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible. On some versions, the fault is signalled by
warning light ácoming on together with the relevant mes-
sage on the display.
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ABS SYSTEM FAILURE (amber)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the
warning light turns on but should go off after
a few seconds.
The warning light comes on when the system is either
not working properly or not available. Under these cir-
cumstances, the braking system will work as normal but
without the extra performance offered by the ABS sys-
tem. Drive carefully and go to a Fiat Dealership as soon
as possible.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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EBD FAULT (red)
(amber)
Warning lights
xand >lit at the
same time with the engine running indi-
cates an EBD system failure or that the system is not avail-
able. This may cause premature locking of the rear wheels
in the event of violent braking, causing the vehicle to
swerve. Drive very carefully to a Fiat Dealership to have
the system inspected immediately.
On some versions the display shows the associated mes-
sage.
> x
ESP SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
(for versions/markets where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warn-
ing light turns on but should go off after a few seconds.
If the warning light does not go off, or stays on together
with the LED on the ASR OFF button when travelling,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
NBThe warning light flashing while driving indicates that
the ESP system is active.
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INDEXA specific message is displayed on certain versions.
Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue trav-
elling at moderate speed without demanding exces-
sive effort from the engine. Prolonged use of the ve-
hicle with the warning light on may cause damage. Go
to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
The warning light goes out after the fault disappears,
but the notification is stored in the system.
❒flashing: this indicates possible damage to the catalytic
converter (see “EOBD system” in the “Dashboard and
controls” section).
If the light flashes, come off the accelerator pedal to
reduce engine revs until the warning light stops flash-
ing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying
to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flash-
ing, and get to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible. INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE
(Multijet versions – amber)
EOBD ENGINE MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM FAILURE
(petrol versions – amber)
Injection system failure
Under normal conditions, turning the ignition key to MAR,
the warning light turns on but it should go off after the
engine starts. If the warning light stays on or comes on
when travelling, it means there is a fault in the injection
system which could cause loss of performance, poor han-
dling and high fuel consumption levels.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue travel-
ling at moderate speed without demanding excessive ef-
fort from the engine. In any case, you should go to a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
EOBD engine management system failure
Under normal conditions, turning the ignition key to MAR,
the warning light turns on but it should go off after the
engine starts.
This indicates that the warning light is working correctly.
If the warning light either stays on or comes on during
your journey:
❒on permanently: this means there is a fault in the sup-
ply/ignition system which could cause high exhaust
emissions, loss of performance, poor handling and high
fuel consumption levels.
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Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possi-
ble if warning light
Udoes not light up
when the key is turned to MAR or if, while
travelling, the warning light comes on either per-
manently or flashing (along with a message on the
display on certain versions). The operation of the
Uwarning light may be checked by traffic police
using appropriate equipment. Respect the regula-
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Glow plug preheating fault
The warning light flashes if there is a fault in the preheat-
ing system. Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
A specific message is displayed on some versions.GLOW PLUG PREHEATING
(Multijet versions – amber)
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING FAULT
(Multijet versions – amber)
Glow plugs preheating
This warning light comes on when the key is turned to
MAR. It will go out as soon as the glow plugs have reached
a preset temperature. Start the engine as soon as the warn-
ing light goes out.
IMPORTANT In hot outside temperatures, the warning
light may stay on for only a very short time.
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WATER IN DIESEL FILTER
(Multijet versions – amber)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the
warning light turns on but should go off after a few
seconds.
The warning light
cturns on when there is water in the
diesel filter. A specific message is displayed on certain ver-
sions.
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The presence of water in the fuel supply
circuit may cause severe damage to the in-
jection system and irregular engine opera-
tion. If warning light
ccomes on (with a message
on the display on some versions), go to a Fiat Deal-
ership as soon as possible to have the system bled.
Water may have entered the tank if this appears
immediately after refuelling: if this happens, switch
the engine off immediately and contact a Fiat Deal-
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EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAULT
(amber)
The warning light comes on (on some versions)
when a failure is detected in one of the following
lights:
– sidelights/taillights
– daytime running lights
– brake lights
– rear fog lights
– direction indicators
– number plate lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or more
blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or a break in the
electrical connection.
On certain versions, warning light èturns on as an al-
ternative.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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GENERIC WARNING
(amber)
The warning light turns on in the following cir-
cumstances:
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when a failure is detected in
the engine oil pressure sensor.
Go to a Fiat Dealership to have the fault fixed as soon as
possible.
Exterior lights failure
(for versions/markets where provided)
See the section on warning light
6.
Fuel cut-off switch tripped
The warning light comes on when the fuel cut-off switch
is triggered.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
Parking sensor fault
(for versions/markets where provided)
See the section on warning light t.
Start&Stop system fault
(for versions/markets where provided)
The warning light comes on when a failure is detected in
the Start&Stop system.
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FIAT CODE VEHICLE PROTECTION
SYSTEM FAILURE (amber)
Warning light
Ymay come on (and a message on the
display may appear on certain versions) to indicate that
there is a fault in the Fiat Code system or, if applicable,
the alarm system; in this case, contact a Fiat Dealership
as soon as possible.
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INDEXBRAKE PADS WORN
(amber)
The warning light comes on if the front brake
pads are worn; in this case, have them changed as
soon as possible.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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PARKING SENSOR FAULT
(amber)
(for versions/markets where provided)
The warning light turns on when a failure is de-
tected in the parking sensors.
On certain versions, warning light
èturns on as an al-
ternative. In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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START&STOP SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
(for versions/markets where provided)
The warning light comes on when a failure is de-
tected in the Start&Stop system. On certain versions,
warning light èturns on as an alternative.
In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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SIDE LIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS
(green)
FOLLOW ME HOME (green)
Side lights/taillights
The warning light comes on when the side/taillights are
turned on.
Follow Me Home
The warning light will turn on when this device is active
(see “Follow Me Home” in the “Dashboard and controls”
section).
A specific message appears on the display.
3
FRONT FOG LIGHTS (green)
The warning light comes on when the front fog
lights are turned on.
5
REAR FOG LIGHTS (amber)
The warning light comes on when the rear fog
lights are turned on.
5
CRUISE CONTROL (green) (for
versions/markets where provided)
The warning light turns on, together with a mes-
sage on the display, when the cruise control twist
switch is turned to ON.
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INDEXCHANGING A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒Before changing a bulb, check the contacts for rusting;
❒burnt-out bulbs must be replaced by others of the same
type and wattage;
❒always check the direction of the beam after changing
a headlight bulb;
❒when a light is not working, check that the corre-
sponding fuse is intact before changing the bulb. For
the location of fuses, refer to the “Changing a fuse”
paragraph in this section.
Changes or repairs to the electrical sys-
tem carried out incorrectly and without
due consideration for the technical specifications
of the system can lead to malfunctioning and gen-
erate a fire hazard.
WARNING
Halogen lamps contain pressurised gas.
If they break, glass fragments could fly
everywhere.
WARNING
Touch only the metal part of a halogen
lamp. Touching the transparent part of the
bulb with your fingers may reduce the in-
tensity of the emitted light and even reduce the
lifespan of the bulb. If you do touch it accidental-
ly, rub the bulb with an alcohol-soaked cloth and
leave to dry.
If possible, we recommend that you let
a Fiat Dealership replace the bulbs. Prop-
er operation and orientation of the exter-
nal lights are essential for driving safety and com-
plying with the law.
IMPORTANT The internal surface of the light may ap-
pear slightly misty: this does not indicate a fault, and is
actually caused by low temperature and the degree of hu-
midity in the air. Misting will rapidly disappear when the
headlights are switched on. The presence of drops inside
the headlights indicates infiltration of water. Go to a Fiat
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CHANGING A FUSE
GENERAL INFORMATION
The fuse is a protective device for the electric system: it
operates if there is a fault or improper intervention in the
system.
Check the state of the corresponding fuse when a device
does not work: the filament A-fig. 173 should be intact.
If it is not, replace the blown fuse with a new one of the
same amperage (same colour).
B intact fuse.
Cfuse with damaged filament.
To change a fuse, use the tweezer D located in the tool
box or the Fix&Go container (for versions/markets where
provided).
If the same fuse blows again, contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Never replace a damaged fuse with metal
wires or other recycled material.
Do not replace one fuse with another of
greater amperage; FIRE HAZARD.
If a general protection fuse (MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-
FUSE) is activated, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Remove the key from the ignition and switch off
or disable all electrical devices before replacing
a fuse.
WARNING
To identify the protective fuse, see the tables on the fol-
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INDEXSERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is essential for ensuring long vehicle life
under the best conditions.
This is why Fiat has planned a series of checks and ser-
vice operations every 30,000/35,000 km (according to ver-
sions).
It is, however, important to remember that scheduled
servicing does not completely cover all the vehicle’s re-
quirements: even in the initial period before 30,000/35,000
km, and then subsequently between one service and an-
other, ordinary care is always required such as routine
checks involving topping up fluid levels, checking tyre pres-
sures etc...IMPORTANT Scheduled Services are prescribed by the
manufacturer. Failure to stick to the schedule may invali-
date the warranty.
Scheduled Servicing is performed by all Fiat Dealerships
at pre-arranged times.
If, during each part of the service, the need arises for ad-
ditional replacements or repairs, these may be carried
out only with the explicit agreement of the Customer.
IMPORTANT You are advised to contact a Fiat Dealer-
ship immediately in the event of any minor operating faults,
without waiting for the next service.
If your vehicle is used frequently for towing trailers, the
interval between scheduled services must be reduced.