Fiat 124 Spider (2019 year). Instruction — part 6

Warning Light

What It Means

Alternator Failure
If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the
charging system. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Stop the vehicle in
a safe place immediately and contact an authorized dealer.

Note:

Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the
engine could stop unexpectedly.

Low Engine Oil Pressure
This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.

Note:

Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine
damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while driving:

Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
Turn off the engine and wait five minutes for the oil to drain back into the sump.
Inspect the engine oil level. If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine oil while being
careful not to overfill.
Start the engine and check the warning light.

Note:
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or after adding oil, stop the
engine immediately and contact an authorized dealer.

Door-Open Warning Light
The light turns on if any door is not closed securely.
Close the door securely.

Warning!

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed. It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You
could have a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

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Red Warning Lights

Warning Light

What It Means

High Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, and illuminates when
the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure

Flashing Light: drive slowly to reduce engine load until you can find a safe place to stop the

vehicle and wait for the engine to cool down.

Illuminated Light: this indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe

place immediately and stop the engine. Refer to “If Your Engine Overheats” in “In Case Of
Emergency” for further information.

Note:
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light illuminated.
Otherwise, it could result in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized dealer.

Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning
A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or
does not illuminate at all when the ignition is placed in the ON position. If any of these occur,
contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. The system may not operate in an accident.

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Red Warning Lights

Warning Light

What It Means

Key Warning Light — Illuminated
If any malfunction occurs in the keyless entry system, it illuminates continuously.

Note:

If the key warning indicator light illuminates or the push button start indicator light (amber)
flashes, the engine may not start. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Key Warning Light — Flashing
Advanced Key Fob Malfunction
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.

The advanced key fob battery is discharged: replace the key fob battery.

The advanced key fob is not within the operation range/is placed in areas inside the

cabin where it is difficult for the key to be detected: bring the advanced key fob into the
operation range.

A key fob from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key fob is in the

operation range: take the key fob from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key out
of the operation range.

Without the ignition switched OFF, the advanced key is taken out of the vehicle,

and then all the doors are closed: bring the advanced key fob back into the vehicle.

If the engine cannot be started, try starting it using the emergency operation for starting the
engine, and contact an authorized dealer.

Vehicle Security Alarm System
The warning light switches on to report a failure of the vehicle security alarm system. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Amber Warning Lights

Warning Light

What It Means

ABS Warning Light
If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, when the ABS control unit has detected a
system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no
ABS. Should this happen contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Note:

When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven RPM occurs and the ABS

warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does not
indicate an ABS malfunction. Recharge the battery.

The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.

Malfunction Indicator Light
If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to note the
driving conditions when the light illuminated and contact an authorized dealer.
The malfunction indicator light may illuminate in the following cases:

The engine's electrical system has a problem.

The emission control system has a problem.

The fuel tank level is very low or approaching empty.

The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.

If the malfunction indicator light remains on, or it flashes continuously, do not drive at high
speeds and contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Warning!

A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as referenced above, can reach higher temperatures than in normal operating conditions. This can cause
a fire if you drive slowly or park over flammable substances such as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could result in death or serious
injury to the driver, occupants or others.

Caution!

Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the engine control system. It also could affect fuel
economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic converter damage and power loss will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.

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Amber Warning Lights

Warning Light

What It Means

TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Warning Light — If Equipped
The warning light switches on and a message is displayed to indicate that the tire pressure is
lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In these cases,
optimal tire duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition mentioned above, the display will show the
indications corresponding to each tire in sequence.

Note:

Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the
vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. Repair immediately using the dedicated tire repair
kit and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated
to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire
inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire
failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s
handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level
to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups
as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for
a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.

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Caution!

The TPMS has been optimized for the original equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures and warning have been established for the tire
size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable system operation or sensor damage may result when using replacement equipment that is not of
the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket wheels can cause sensor damage. Using aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to become inoperable. After using an aftermarket tire sealant it is recommended that you take your vehicle
to your authorized dealer to have your sensor function checked.

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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.

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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.

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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.

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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.

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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
This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON. It also
illuminates when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is switched off. For further
information regarding the DSC OFF Switch, refer to “Safety Systems” in “Safety”.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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
Vehicles With Advanced Keyless
Function
If the key is taken out of the vehicle
while the ignition is not switched OFF
and all the doors are closed, the beep
which sounds outside of the vehicle will
be heard 6 times, and the beep which
sounds inside the vehicle will be heard
6 times, and the KEY warning light (red)

will flash continuously in the

instrument cluster to notify the
driver that the ignition has not been
switched OFF.
Vehicles Without Advanced Keyless
Function
If the key is taken out of the vehicle
while the ignition is not switched OFF
and all the doors are closed, a beep will
be heard inside the vehicle 6 times and
the KEY warning light (red)

will turn

on continuously in the instrument
cluster to notify the driver that the
ignition has not been switched OFF.

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).

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