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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-
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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.
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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.
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INDEXOVERHEATED ENGINE COOLANT
(red)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the
warning light turns on but should go off after a few
seconds.
The warning light turns on when the engine is overheated.
If the warning light comes on, proceed as follows:
❒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 not, wait for a few
minutes 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.
Also visually check for leaks. Go to a Fiat Dealership
if the warning light comes on again when the engine is
next started.
❒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. Stop for two or
three minutes with the engine running and slightly ac-
celerated to assist better coolant circulation. Then
switch the engine off. Check the correct fluid level as
described previously.
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IMPORTANT On demanding routes, it is advisable to keep
the engine on and slightly accelerated for a few minutes
before switching it off.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
BATTERY CHARGE LOW (red)
The warning light comes on when the ignition
key is turned to MAR, but it should go out as
soon as the engine has started (with the engine
running at idle speed a brief delay before going out is ac-
ceptable).
If the warning light stays on, contact a Fiat Dealership im-
mediately.
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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.
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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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ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LOW (red)
ENGINE OIL DEGRADED
(only Multijet versions with DPF – red)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light
switches on, but it should go out as soon as the engine is
started.
Engine oil pressure low
The warning light turns on and stays on constantly along
with a message on the display (in versions/markets where
provided) when the system detects that engine oil pres-
sure is low.
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If the warning light vturns on when
the car is travelling (on certain versions to-
gether with the message on the display), stop the
car immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
Engine oil degraded
(only Multijet versions with DPF)
The warning light will flash and a specific message will ap-
pear on the display (for versions/markets where provid-
ed). The warning light may flash in the following ways, de-
pending on the version:
– for one minute every two hours;
– for three minute cycles with the warning light off for
intervals of five seconds until oil is changed.
After the initial warning, each time the engine is started
up, the warning light will continue to flash in the same
ways as described above, until the oil is changed. A spe-
cific message will appear on the display (for versions/mar-
kets where provided) in addition to the warning light.
If the warning light flashes, this does not mean that the
vehicle is defective, but simply informs the driver that it
is now necessary to change the oil as a result of regular
vehicle use.
Note that engine oil degrades faster under the following
circumstances:
– mainly town use of the vehicle which makes the DPF
regeneration process more frequent
– use of the vehicle for short journies, preventing the en-
gine from reaching operating temperature
– repeated interruption of the regeneration process, sig-
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INDEXDegraded engine oil should be replaced
as soon as possible after the warning light
comes on, and never more than 500 km after it
first comes on. Failure to change the oil within the
first 500 km may result in severe damage to the
engine and invalidate the warranty. Remember
that when the warning light comes on, it does not
mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if the
light flashes you do not need to top up the en-
gine oil.
WARNING
SEAT BELT NOT FASTENED (red)
The warning light on the panel comes on steadi-
ly when the vehicle is stationary and the driver’s
seat belt is not correctly fastened. It will flash, and
be accompanied by an audible warning, if the front seat belts
are not correctly fastened when the vehicle is moving.
The SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system’s audible warning
can be disabled only by a Fiat Dealership.
On some versions, the system can be reactivated from
the setup menu.
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DOOR OPEN (red)
On certain versions, the warning light turns on
when one or more doors, the boot or the bon-
net are not properly closed.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
You will hear a warning sound if a door is open and the
vehicle is moving.
ENGINE OIL LOW
(red)
When turning the ignition key to MAR, the warn-
ing light turns on but it should go off after a few
seconds.
This warning light appears on the panel when the engine
oil level falls below the minimum recommended value.
Restore the correct engine oil level (see “Checking fluid
levels” in the “Servicing and maintenance” section).
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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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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FUEL RESERVE
(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 turns on when 8-10 litres of fuel are
left in the tank.
IMPORTANT The warning light will blink to indicate a sys-
tem failure. If this happens, go to a Fiat Dealership to have
the system checked. DPF (PARTICULATE FILTER)
CLEANING IN PROGRESS
(only Multijet versions with DPF
– amber)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light
turns on but should go off after a few seconds. The warn-
ing light stays on constantly to notify the driver that the
DPF system needs to eliminate captured pollutants (par-
ticulate) by the regeneration process.
The warning light does not come on during every DPF
regeneration, but only when driving conditions require
notification to the driver.
The warning light will go off if the vehicle stays in motion
until regeneration has been completed. The process nor-
mally takes about 15 minutes. Optimum conditions for
completing the process are achieved by travelling at
60 km/h with engine revs above 2000 rpm.
If this warning light comes on, it does not mean the vehi-
cle is defective, so there is no need to take it to a garage.
A specific message will appear on the display when the
warning light comes on (for versions/markets where pro-
vided).
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Always drive at a speed appropriate to the
traffic conditions, the weather and speed
limits. The engine may be turned off while the DPF
light is on; however, repeated interruption of the
regeneration process may result in premature degra-
dation of the engine oil. For this reason, it is always
advisable to wait for the light to go off before turn-
ing off the engine, following the instructions ap-
pearing above. It is recommended to complete DPF
regeneration with the vehicle stationary.
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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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INDEXStrictly avoid using a rapid battery charg-
er for jump starting: this could damage the
system electronics and the ignition and en-
gine supply control units.
This procedure must be performed by ex-
perts because incorrect actions may cause
considerable electrical discharge. Furthermore,
battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid con-
tact with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and
lit cigarettes away from the battery. Do not cre-
ate sparks.
WARNING
BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine by pushing, towing or dri-
ving downhill. This could cause fuel to flow into the cat-
alytic converter and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake booster and the
power steering system are not active until the engine is
started, so you will need to apply much more force to
the brake pedal or steering wheel.
CHANGING A TYRE
The vehicle is originally equipped with the Fix&Go quick
tyre repair kit (see instructions in the next section). As
an alternative, the vehicle may have a normal-sized spare
wheel.
Wheel changing and correct use of the jack and spare
wheel call for some precautions, as listed below.