warning FIAT SPIDER ABARTH 2017 Workshop Manual

Amber Warning Lights Warning Light What It Means
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 dealer 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.
95

Amber Warning Lights Warning Light What It Means
Automatic Transmission Warning Light — If Equipped
The light illuminates when the transmission has a problem.
Note: If the automatic transmission warning light illuminates, the transmission has an electrical
problem. Continuing to drive your vehicle in this condition could cause damage to your
transmission. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Master Warning Light
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction. Operate the center display and
verify the content.
Cold Start Disable Indicator Light
When the ambient temperature is extremely low, the engine may not crank even when the
engine starting procedure is performed. At this time, the Cold Start Disable Indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes. However, this does not indicate a problem.
Note: Place your vehicle in a warm garage until the temperature has risen to a sufficient level to enable
engine starting.
Electric Throttle Control Warning Light
This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. If a
problem is detected while the engine is running, the light will either stay on or flash depending on
the nature of the problem. Cycle the ignition key when the vehicle is safely and completely
stopped and the transmission is placed in the PARK position. The light should turn off. If the light
remains on with the engine running, your vehicle will usually be drivable; however, see an
authorized dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light continues to flash when the engine is running, immediate service is required and you
may experience reduced performance, an elevated/rough idle, or engine stall and your vehicle
may require towing. The light will come on when the ignition is first turned to ON/RUN and
remain on briefly as a bulb check. If the light does not come on during starting, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
96
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Amber Warning Lights Warning Lights What It Means
Led Headlight Warning Light
This light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the LED headlight. Contact an authorized dealer
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 dealer 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.
97

Amber Warning Lights Warning Light What It Means
TCS / DSC System Indicator Light
The warning light turns on when the in case of intervention of TCS/DSC systems. This means
that the vehicle is in critical stability and grip conditions.
DSC Off Indicator Light
The warning light turns on when the DSC system is deactivated.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap Indicator Light
If the check fuel filler cap warning light illuminates while driving, the fuel filler cap may not be
installed properly. Stop the engine and reinstall the fuel filler cap.
98
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Green Warning Lights Warning Light What 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.
Parking Lights And Normal Beam Headlights
The warning light turns on when parking lights or normal 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.
99

Blue Warning Light Warning Light What It Means
High Beam Headlights
The warning light switches on when the high beam headlights are turned on.
Low Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Light
The light illuminates continuously when the engine coolant temperature is low and turns off after
the engine is warm.
If the low engine coolant temperature indicator light remains illuminated after the engine has
been sufficiently warmed up, the temperature sensor could have a malfunction. Contact an
authorized dealer.
100
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

Warning Light (Red Color) On Dashboard Trim Warning Light What 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 dealer.
101

Message Indicated On
Display
If a message is displayed in the center
display, take appropriate action (in a
calm manner) according to the
displayed message.
If the following messages are displayed
in the center display, a vehicle system
may be malfunctioning:
Engine Coolant Temperature
High : displays if the engine coolant
temperature has increased excessively.
Charging System Malfunction :
displays if the charging system has a
malfunction.
Temperature Warning :the
following message is displayed when
the temperature around the center
display is high. Lowering the
temperature of the inside of the vehicle
or the temperature around the center
display by avoiding direct sunlight is
recommended.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact an authorized dealer.
Warning Sound Is
Activated
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the ignition is placed
in the ACC position, or the ignition is
placed in the OFF position, a
continuous beep sound will be heard
when the driver's door is opened. Note:
When the ignition is placed in the
ACC position, the “Ignition Not Cycled
Off Warning Beep” overrides the
lights-on reminder.
A personalized function is available
to change the sound volume for the
lights-on reminder.
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Beep
If there is a problem with the air
bag/seat belt pretensioner systems and
the warning light illumination, a warning
beep sound will be heard for about
5 seconds every minute.
The air bag and seat belt pretensioner
system warning beep sound will
continue to be heard for approximately
35 minutes. Contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Caution!Do not drive the vehicle with the air
bag/seat belt pretensioner system warning
beep sounding. Driving the vehicle with the
air bag/seat belt pretensioner system
warning beep sounding is dangerous. In a
collision, the air bags and the seat belt
pretensioner system will not deploy and this
could result in death or serious injury.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Seat Belt Warning Beep
Except Mexico
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition is in the ON position,
a beep sound will be heard for about
six seconds.
If the driver or the passengers seat belt
is not fastened and the vehicle is driven
at a speed faster than about 12 MPH
(20 km/h), a beep sound will be heard
again for a specified period of time.
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).
Note:
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.
If a small child is seated on the
passengers seat, the warning beep
may not operate.
Mexico
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
102
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

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 six 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 two 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 ten
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).
103

Key Left-In-Vehicle Warning Beep
(with the advanced keyless function)
If a key fob is left in the vehicle and all
the doors and the trunk are locked
using a separate key fob, a beep sound
is heard for about ten seconds to
remind the driver that the key fob has
been left in the vehicle.
If this happens, open the door and
remove the key fob. A key fob removed
from the vehicle this way may not
function because its functions may
have been temporarily suspended.
Perform the applicable procedure to
restore the functions of the key fob (see
paragraph “Keys” in “Getting To Know
Your Vehicle” chapter).
Vehicle Speed Alarm — If Equipped
The vehicle speed alarm function is
designed to alarm the driver via a single
beep sound and a warning indication in
the instrument cluster that the
previously set vehicle speed has been
exceeded.
You can change the vehicle speed
setting at which the warning is triggered
(see paragraph “Trip Computer” in
“Getting To Know Your Vehicle”
chapter). Tire Inflation Pressure Warning
Beep — If Equipped
Vehicle With Conventional Tires :the
warning beep sound will be heard for
about three seconds when there is any
abnormality in tire inflation pressures
(see “TMPS” in “Safety” chapter).
Vehicle With Run-Flat Tires (If
Equipped): the warning beep sound will
be heard for about three seconds if the
tire pressures decrease. If the tire
pressure decreases extremely, a beep
sound will be heard for approximately
30 seconds (see “TMPS” in “Safety”
chapter).
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
System Warning Beep — If
Equipped
Driving Forward : the warning beep
operates when the direction indicator
lever is operated to the side where the
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) warning
light is illuminated.
Note: A personalized function is
available to change the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) warning beep sound
volume. Reversing : if a moving object such as
a vehicle or two-wheeled vehicle
approaches on the left or right from
behind your vehicle, the Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM) warning sound is
activated.
Electronic Steering Lock Warning
Beep
The warning beep operates if the
steering wheel is not unlocked after the
keyless ignition START/STOP button is
pushed.
Speed Limiter Warning Beep — If
Equipped
If the vehicle speed exceeds the set
speed by about 2 MPH (3 km/h) or
more, a warning beep operates
continuously.
The warning beep operates until the
vehicle speed decreases to the set
speedorless.
104
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL