Fiat Panda (2022 year). Manual in english — page 4

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Warning light

What it means

red

CONVENTIONAL (LEAD) BATTERY NOT SUFFICIENTLY CHARGED

(for versions/markets, where provided)

When the ignition key is turned to the MAR position, the warning light comes on, but it should go off as

soon as the engine is started (if the engine is idling, there may be a short delay before it goes off). If the

warning light stays on constantly or flashing, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the

display, contact a Fiat Dealership.

HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE

(for versions/markets, where provided)

In the event of a hybrid system failure, all the segments of the battery charge level indicator turn off, and the

warning light and/or

warning light and/or

symbol may turn on.

Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

red

DOORS/BONNET/LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT OPEN

The warning light comes on, together with a dedicated message on the display on some versions, when one

or more doors, the bonnet or the tailgate are not properly closed. An acoustic signal is activated with the

doors open and the car moving.

red

INSUFFICIENT ENGINE OIL/PRESSURE

When the ignition key is turned to the MAR position, the warning light comes on, but it should go off as

soon as the engine is started.

Insufficient engine oil pressure

The warning light turns on constantly, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display,

when the system detects that engine oil pressure is insufficient.

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Warning light

What it means

red

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH

The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few

seconds.

The warning light comes on, on some versions along with a message on the display, when the engine is

overheated.

In normal driving conditions

: stop the car, switch off the engine and check that the water level in the

reservoir is not below the MIN mark. In this case, 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 itself. Also check visually for any fluid leaks. If, when restarting, the warning light switches on again,

contact a Fiat Dealership.

If the car is used under demanding conditions

(e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully loaded): slow down

and, if the warning light stays on, stop the car. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine running and slightly

accelerated to further favour the coolant circulation. Then stop the engine. Check that the coolant level is

before switching it off.

red

“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILURE

When the key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on but it should switch off after a few seconds.

If the warning light stays on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, you may not

have steering assistance and the effort required to operate the steering wheel could be notably increased;

steering is, however, possible.

In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.

IMPORTANT In some circumstances, factors independent of the electric power steering could cause the

warning light on the instrument panel to switch on. In this case, stop the car immediately (should it be in

motion), stop the engine for about 20 seconds and then restart the engine. If the warning light, on some

versions along with a dedicated message on the display, remains on, contact a Fiat Dealership.

IMPORTANT NOTE The steering must be initialised after disconnecting the conventional battery. The

warning light turns on to indicate this. To carry out this procedure, simply turn the steering wheel all the way

from one end to the other or drive in a straight line for about a hundred metres.

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If when turning the key to MAR the

warning light does not turn 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. Contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.

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Failure of the

warning light is signalled by the

warning light flashing. In this case, any faults of the airbag system might be not

signalled. Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the system checked.

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If the warning light

switches on while driving, stop immediately and contact a Fiat Dealership

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If the warning light

turns on whilst driving (on certain versions together with the message on the display) stop the engine immediately

and contact a Fiat Dealership.

Amber warning lights

Warning light

What it means

amber

ABS FAILURE

The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few

seconds. The warning light comes on, on some versions along with a message on the display, when the

system is inefficient. In this case the braking system maintains its efficiency unaltered but without the

advantage of the ABS system.

Drive carefully and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

amber

PASSENGER AIRBAG/SIDE BAGS DEACTIVATED

The warning light is located on the dashboard in central position and switches on deactivating the front

passenger airbag and the side bag. With front passenger airbag on, when the ignition key is turned to MAR,

the warning light switches on constantly for several seconds and then it should switch off.

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amber

CITY BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM DEACTIVATED

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on when the City Brake Control system is deactivated through the Setup Menu.

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Warning light

What it means

amber

EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE

In normal conditions, when the ignition key is turned to MAR the warning light switches on, but it should

switch off as soon as the engine is started.

If the warning light remains on or switches on whilst driving, the injection system is not working properly; in

particular, if the warning light switches on steadily, this indicates a malfunction in the supply/ignition system

that could cause excessive exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance, poor driveability and high fuel

consumption.

Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at moderate speed without demanding excessive

effort from the engine. Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on fixed may cause damage: contact

a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

The warning light switches off if the malfunction disappears, but is still stored by the system.

IMPORTANT For petrol engines, if the warning light flashes, the catalytic converter may be damaged. In this

case, it is necessary to release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light

stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause

further flashing and contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

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HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE

(for versions/markets, where provided)

In the event of a hybrid system failure, all the segments of the battery charge level indicator turn off, and the

warning light and/or

warning light and/or

symbol may turn on.

Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

amber

ESC SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch off after a few

seconds. If the warning light does not switch off or stays on while driving, on some versions along with a

message on the display, contact a Fiat Dealership. Flashing of the warning light while driving indicates the

intervention of the ESC system.

Hill Holder failure

This warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, in the

case of a Hill Holder system fault.

In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership.

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Warning light

What it means

amber

ELD system failure

(For versions/markets, where provided)

This warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, in the

case of an ELD system failure.

In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

amber

FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE

The warning light (or the symbol on the display) switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated

message on the display, to signal the Fiat CODE system failure. In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as

soon as possible.

amber

FUEL RESERVE - LIMITED RANGE

This warning light switches on when 5 to 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank. When the remaining range is

lower than approx. 50 km (or equivalent value in miles), on some versions, the display will show a dedicated

system checked.

amber

REAR FOG LIGHT

The warning light switches on when the rear fog light is activated.

amber

GENERAL FAILURE INDICATION

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light turns on in the following circumstances.

Speed limit exceeded

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on when the speed limit set in the Setup Menu is exceeded. When the car

exceeds this value, an acoustic indication is emitted and a dedicated appears on the display on some

versions.

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Warning light

What it means

amber

Fuel cut-off system intervention/failure

This warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, in the

case of fuel cut-off system activation/failure.

Start&Stop system failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light comes on when a fault is detected in the Start&Stop system. In the event of a Start&Stop

system failure, contact a Fiat Dealership.

Temporary or permanent City Brake Control system failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on, on some versions along with a message on the display, when a temporary or

permanent City Brake Control system fault is detected. If the fault is permanent: contact a Fiat Dealership to

have the system checked.

Airbag failure

When this warning light starts flashing, for versions/markets where provided, this indicates an airbag warning

light fault. In this case, the airbag may not indicate possible airbag system malfunctions. Contact a Fiat

Dealership immediately.

Parking sensor failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, when a

fault is detected in the parking sensors.

Exterior lights failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on when a fault is detected in one of the following lights: side lights, number

plate lights, rear fog lights, direction indicators, daytime running lights (DRL).

Engine oil pressure sensor failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The engine oil pressure sensor failure is indicated by the activation of the warning light on the instrument

panel.

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Warning light

What it means

amber

ELD system failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, when a

fault is detected in the 4x4 drive. Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

amber

iTPMS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Low tyre pressure

The warning light switches on constantly to indicate that the tyre pressure is lower than the recommended

value, in order to guarantee long tyre life and low fuel consumption, or to indicate a slow loss of pressure.

In this way the iTPMS warns the driver that one or more tyres may be flat and probably punctured. In this

case it is advisable to restore the correct pressure value. Once the normal operating conditions of the car

are restored, carry out the Tyre reset procedure.

IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tyres as handling may be compromised. Stop the

vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering.

iTPMS failure/iTPMS temporarily deactivated

The warning light flashes for about 75 seconds and then stays on constantly (along with a dedicated

message on the display) to indicate that the system is temporarily deactivated or faulty. The system goes

back to normal operation when the operating conditions allow it. If this is not the case, carry out the Tyre

reset procedure after restoring the normal operating conditions.

If the malfunction warning persists, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

amber

LPG FUEL RESERVE

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light switches on when the residual quantity of LPG drops below 1/5 of the tank capacity. On

certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.

amber

METHANE RESERVE (Natural Power versions)

The warning light switches on when the residual quantity of Methane drops below 1/5 of the tank capacity.

On certain versions a dedicated message is displayed.

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A failure of the

warning light is indicated by warning light

switching on. In addition, the airbag system automatically disables the

airbags on the passenger's side (front and side bags where provided). Before continuing, contact a Fiat Dealership immediately to have the

system checked.

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Go to a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible if the warning light

does not light up when the key is turned to MAR or if while travelling the

warning light switches on or flashes (along with a message and a symbol on the display on some versions). The operation of the

warning

light may be checked by the traffic police using specific devices. Comply with the laws and regulations of the country where you are driving.

Green warning lights

Warning light

What it means

green

ELD SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light on flashing indicates activation of the electronic locking differential (ELD) function.

green

GRAVITY CONTROL SYSTEM (Panda Cross 4x4 versions)

The warning light on constantly, along with a dedicated message on the display, indicates activation of

the Gravity Control function. Deactivation of the function is signalled by flashing of the warning light, by an

acoustic warning and by a dedicated message on the display,

green

PETROL/LPG SWITCHING

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Warning light on constantly: petrol operation.

Warning light off: LPG operation.

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Warning light

What it means

green

PETROL/METHANE SWITCHING

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Warning light on constantly: petrol operation.

Warning light off: Methane operation.

green

FOG LIGHTS

The warning light comes on when the front fog lights are turned on.

green

SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS/FOLLOW ME HOME

Side lights and dipped beam headlights

The warning light switches on when the side lights or dipped headlights are turned on.

Follow Me Home

The warning light comes on, on some versions along with a dedicated message on the display, when the

"Follow me home" device is used.

green

LEFT DIRECTION INDICATOR

The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved downwards or, together with

the right indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.

green

RIGHT DIRECTION INDICATOR

The warning light turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved upwards or, together with the

left indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.

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Warning light

What it means

blue

MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS

The warning light switches on when the main beam headlights are turned on.

White warning lights

Warning light

What it means

white

ENERGY RECOVERY

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The indicator light turns on during energy recovery (deceleration with a gear engaged) for recharging the

auxiliary battery.

In some circumstances, the indicator light may turn on briefly when shifting gear. This does not indicate a

fault, so it is not necessary to go to a workshop.

Symbols on the display

Symbol or message

What it means

The symbol is displayed, along with a dedicated message, in the event of an LPG system failure.

In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible, running on petrol.

The symbol is displayed, along with a dedicated message, in the event of a methane supply system failure.

In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible, running on petrol.

FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE

The symbol appears and all the notches disappear in the event of fuel gauge sensor failure. Contact a Fiat

Dealership as soon as possible.

START&STOP SYSTEM FAILURE

The symbol appears, together with a dedicated message on the display on some versions, to indicate a

Start&Stop system failure.

Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

Blue warning lights

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Symbol or message

What it means

HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE

(for versions/markets, where provided)

In the event of a hybrid system failure, all the segments of the battery charge level indicator turn off, and the

warning light and/or

warning light and/or

symbol may turn on.

Contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.

START&STOP

(For versions/markets, where provided)
The message is displayed when the Start&Stop system is activated/deactivated by pressing the

button in

the central part of the dashboard.

With the Start&Stop system on, the LED on the button is off; if the system is deactivated the LED comes on.

GRAVITY CONTROL

(Panda Cross 4x4 versions)

The activation, activation not permitted and deactivation of the Gravity Control system are shown on the

display.

SERVICE

When the next scheduled service is approaching, the word “Service” appears on the display, followed by

the number of kilometres or miles left. This is displayed automatically, with ignition key at MAR, 2000 km (or

equivalent value in miles) before servicing or, where provided, 30 days before servicing. It is also displayed

each time the key is turned to MAR or, for versions/ markets, where provided, every 200 km (or equivalent

value in miles).

Go to a Fiat Dealership, where the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" operations will be performed and the

message will be reset.

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EOBD SYSTEM

The EOBD system (European On Board

Diagnosis) carries out a continuous

diagnosis of the components of the car

related to emissions. It also alerts the

driver about component deterioration

by switching on the warning light

on the instrument panel and the

displaying of a relevant message (for

versions/markets, where provided)

(see the chapter “Warning lights and

messages”).

The aim of the EOBD system

(European On Board Diagnosis) is to:

monitor system efficiency;

indicate an increase in emissions;

indicate the need to replace

damaged components.

The system also has a connector that

can be interfaced with appropriate

equipment, which makes it possible

to read the error codes stored in the

control unit together with a series

of specific parameters for engine

operation and diagnosis.

WARNING After eliminating the failure,

to check the system completely, Fiat

Dealerships run a bench test and, if

necessary, road tests which may also

call for a long journey.

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SAFETY

The following section is very important:

it describes the safety systems fitted

on the car and provides the necessary

information on how to use them

correctly.

ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS . . ... 73
DRIVING ASSISTANCE

SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . ... 80
OCCUPANT PROTECTION

SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . ... 84
SEAT BELTS . . . . . . . ... 84
SBR (SEAT BELT REMINDER)

SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . 86
PRE-TENSIONERS. . . . . ... 87
CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS . ... 89
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT

SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG . . . 103

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ACTIVE SAFETY

SYSTEMS

ABS (Anti-lock Braking

System)

This system, which is an integral part

of the braking system, prevents one

or more wheels from locking and

slipping in all road surface conditions,

irrespective of the intensity of the

braking action, ensuring that the

vehicle can be controlled even during

emergency braking.

WARNING To obtain the maximum

efficiency of the braking system, a

bedding-in period of about 500 km is

needed: during this period it is better to

avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged

braking.

The ABS also integrates the following

systems:
EBD (Electronic Braking Force

Distribution), MSR (Motor

Schleppmoment Regelung) and

MBA (Mechanical Brake Assist) (for

versions/markets, where provided).

System intervention

The driver can feel that the ABS system

has come into action because the

brake pedal pulsates slightly and the

system gets noisier: this is entirely

normal with the system operating.

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MSR (Motor Schleppmoment

Regelung) SYSTEM

The MSR system is an integral part of

the ABS, that intervenes, if there is

a sudden change to a lower gear,

restoring torque to the engine, thereby

preventing excessive drive at the drive

wheels which, especially in poor grip

conditions, could lead to a loss in

stability of the vehicle.

MBA (Mechanical Brake Assist)

SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)
This system (which cannot be

deactivated) recognises emergency

braking conditions according to the

speed of operation of the brake pedal

and provides an additional hydraulic

braking pressure to support that

provided by the driver. This allows

faster and more powerful operation of

the braking system.

ESC (Electronic Stability

Control) SYSTEM

(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is an electronic system that

controls car stability in the event of loss

of tyre grip, helping maintain directional

control. The system is capable of

recognising potentially dangerous

situations in terms of the stability and

intervenes automatically on the brakes

in a differentiated manner for the four

wheels in order to provide a stabilising

torque. The ESC system switches

on automatically when the engine is

started and cannot be switched off.
The ESC system also includes the

following subsystems:

HH (Hill Holder)

ASR

HBA

HDC

System intervention

The intervention of the system is

indicated by the flashing of the

ESC

warning light on the instrument panel,

to inform the driver that the vehicle is in

critical stability and grip conditions.

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HH (Hill Holder) SYSTEM

This system is an integral part of the

ESC system and facilitates starting on

slopes.
It is automatically activated in the

following conditions:

uphill: vehicle stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%,

engine running, brake pressed and

transmission in neutral or gear other

than reverse engaged;

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downhill: car stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%, motor

running, brake pressed and reverse

gear engaged. When setting off, the

ESC system control unit maintains the

braking pressure on the wheels until

the torque necessary for starting is

reached, or in any case for a maximum

of 2 seconds, allowing your right foot to

be moved easily from the brake pedal

to the accelerator.
When the 2 seconds have elapsed,

without starting, the system is

automatically deactivated, gradually

releasing the braking pressure.

During this release stage, the typical

mechanical brake release noise can be

heard, indicating that the car is about

to move.
NOTE The Hill Holder system is not

active with parking brake engaged.

WARNING The Hill Holder system is

not a parking brake, therefore do not

leave the vehicle without activating the

handbrake, switching off the engine,

and engaging first gear, with the vehicle

parked in safe conditions.

ASR (AntiSlip

Regulation) SYSTEM

It is an integral part of the ESC system.

It is automatically activated in the

case of drive wheels slipping, loss of

grip on wet roads (aquaplaning) and

acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy

roads, etc.
Depending on the slipping conditions,

two different control systems are

activated:

if the slipping involves both drive

wheels, the ASR intervenes reducing

the power transmitted by the engine;

if the slipping only involves one of the

drive wheels, it intervenes automatically

braking the wheel that is slipping.

Engagement/disengagement of the

system

The ASR system switches on

automatically each time the engine is

started.
Whilst driving, the ASR can be

switched off and subsequently

switched on again by pressing the ASR

OFF button fig. 82.

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On some versions, the intervention of

the system is indicated by a dedicated

message shown on the display.
When the system is not active, the LED

on the button ASR OFF turns on and,

on some versions, a message appears

on the display.
When the ASR is deactivated whilst

driving, the next time the car is started

the ASR is automatically activated.
When travelling on snowy roads with

snow chains, it may be helpful to turn

the ASR off: in fact, in these conditions,

the driving wheels skidding when

setting off gives you better traction.

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HBA (Hydraulic Brake

Assist) SYSTEM

The HBA system is designed to

improve the car’s braking capacity

during emergency braking. The system

detects an emergency braking by

monitoring the speed and strength with

which the brake pedal is pressed,

thereby applying the optimal brake

pressure.
This can reduce the braking distance:

the HBA system therefore completes

the ABS.
Maximum assistance from the HBA

system is obtained pressing the

brake pedal very quickly. In addition,

the brake pedal must be pressed

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continuously during braking, avoiding

intermittent presses, to benefit from the

system.
Do not reduce pressure on the

brake pedal until braking is no longer

necessary.
The HBA system is deactivated when

the brake pedal is released.

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ELD (Electronic Locking

Differential) SYSTEM

(Panda Cross 4x4 and Panda 4x4

versions)
The ELD system allows the drive force

to be evenly distributed over the same

axle when one or both wheels are

slipping.
The ELD acts by braking the wheels

with poor grip (or those slipping more

than the others), thereby transferring

the drive force to those which have

greater grip on the ground. The system

operates at speeds below 50 km/h.

Above this speed, it is automatically

deactivated and it is reactivated when

the speed falls below 50 km/h.
The activation of the ELD system

involves the following functions being

switched on:

inhibition of the ASR function, in

order to fully exploit the engine torque;

differential lock effect on the front

and rear axles, via the braking system,

to improve drive on uneven surfaces.

Enabling the system

To arrange operation of the ELD

system press button (A) fig. 83 (Panda

4x4 versions) or turn the ring fig. 85 to

the right (Panda Cross 4x4 versions)

and keep it in this position until LED (2)

on the selector lights up.

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Notifications

The warning light

shown in fig. 84

and flashing indicates activation of

the electronic locking differential (ELD)

function.
The switching on of the general failure

warning light together with the 4x4

drive not available message indicate

that a fault is present in the 4x4 drive.

In this case, contact a Fiat Dealership

as soon as possible.

Switching on of warning light

ESC

together with the dedicated message

on the display, indicate an ELD system

failure. Also in this case, contact a Fiat

Dealership as soon as possible.

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If the space-saver wheel is used

If the space-saver wheel is used, the

control unit for 4x4 drive detects

its presence (via the wheel speed

signals) and reduces the intervention

of the four-wheel drive mode to a

minimum, while guaranteeing the agility

of the vehicle. No fault/alarm signal is

displayed on the instrument panel or on

the display.

Disabling the system

To disable the system, press button (A)

fig. 83 (Panda 4x4 versions) or turn the

ring fig. 85 to the left (Panda Cross 4x4

versions) and keep it in this position

until LED (1) on the selector lights up.