Get Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel -> Warning Lights And Messages Guide for Fiat 500 E 4 Door Second Generation (2020-2024)

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Lights

● Auto Unlock On Exit: Automatic unlocking of the

doors when exiting the vehicle.

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

By selecting the item "Lights", you can make the

following adjustments:

The warning/indicator lights will illuminate in the

instrument panel together with a dedicated message

and/or acoustic signal when applicable. These

indications are indicative and precautionary and as

such must not be considered as exhaustive. Always

refer to the information in this chapter in the event of a

failure indication. All active telltales will display first if

applicable. The system check menu may appear

different based upon equipment options and current

vehicle status. Some telltales are optional and may not

appear.

● Flash Light With Lock: Activate the direction

indicators when closing the doors.

● Headlight Sensitivity: Adjust the sensitivity of

headlight brightness.

● Sound Horn With Lock: Activate/deactivate the horn

when pushing the lock button on the Remote

Keyless Entry. The options are "Off," "First Press,”

and "Second Press."

● Interior Ambient Lights: Increase or decrease the

brightness of the Interior Ambient Lights.

● Greeting Lights: Enable/disable the vehicle’s

Greeting Lights.

● Remote Door Unlock Without Passive Entry: Allows

you to choose whether to unlock all the doors or only

the driver’s side door on the first push of the unlock

button on the Remote Keyless Entry.

● Auto High Beam: Activate/deactivate the automatic

main beam headlights — If Equipped.

● Daytime Running Lights: Activate/deactivate the

daytime running lights.

● Passive Entry — If Equipped: Activate the automatic

locking of the doors.

RED WARNING LIGHTS

Air Bag Warning Light

● Cornering Lights: Activate/deactivate the cornering

lights — If Equipped.

Charging Schedule

This warning light will illuminate to indicate

a fault with the air bag, and will turn on

for four to eight seconds as a bulb check

By selecting the item "Charging Schedule", you can

make the following adjustments:

● Headlight Off Delay: Set the delay for headlight

shutoff after engine shutoff.

when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN

position. This light will illuminate with a single chime

when a fault with the air bag has been detected, it will

stay on until the fault is cleared. If the light is either not

on during startup, stays on, or turns on while driving,

have the system inspected at an authorized dealer as

soon as possible.

Brakes

● Set Schedule: Set the charging schedule for

weekends or weekdays.

By selecting the item “Brakes”, you can make the

following adjustments:

● Activate Schedule: Activate/deactivate the charging

schedule.

● Hold’n Go: Allows you to select “On” or “Off”.

● Brake Service: Enables a special procedure.

● Set Power Level: Adjust the power level of the

charge.

Brake Warning Light

● Auto Park Brake: Enable/disable auto-insertion of

the Electric Parking Brake.

Start Pairing Process

Engine OFF Procedure

This warning light monitors various brake

functions, including brake fluid level and

parking brake application. If the brake light

turns on it may indicate that the parking

brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or

that there is a problem with the Anti-Lock Brake

System reservoir.

Doors And Locks

Allows you to turn off the engine from the instrument

cluster in the event of an ignition switch failure.

Instructions for turning off the engine via the

instrument cluster display controls will display in the

instrument cluster.

By selecting the item "Doors & Locks", you can make

the following adjustments:

● Auto Door Lock: Activate/deactivate the automatic

locking of the doors with the vehicle moving.

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If the light remains on when the parking brake has been

disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full mark on the

master cylinder reservoir, it indicates a possible brake

hydraulic system malfunction or that a problem with the

Brake Booster has been detected by the Anti-Lock

Brake System (ABS) / Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

system. In this case, the light will remain on until the

condition has been corrected. If the problem is related

to the brake booster, the ABS pump will run when

applying the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation may be

felt during each stop.

Door Open Warning Light

WARNING!

It will take longer to stop the vehicle. You could have

a collision. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

This indicator will illuminate when the

respective door is ajar/open and not fully

closed.

Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake System

(ABS) are also equipped with Electronic Brake Force

Distribution (EBD). In the event of an EBD failure, the

Brake Warning Light will turn on along with the ABS

Light. Immediate repair to the ABS system is required.

NOTE:

If the vehicle is moving, there will also be a single

chime.

Drowsiness Detected Warning Light

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Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be checked

by turning the ignition switch from the OFF position to

the ON/RUN position. The light should illuminate for

approximately two seconds. The light should then turn

off unless the parking brake is applied or a brake fault

is detected. If the light does not illuminate, have the

light inspected by an authorized dealer.

Driver drowsiness detection helps to avoid

crashes caused by fatigue by advising

drivers to take a break in time. Once Drowsy

Driver is detected, A pop-up will display

continuously until the driver presses the OK button to

clear.

The dual brake system provides a reserve braking

capacity in the event of a failure to a portion of the

hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual brake

system is indicated by the Brake Warning Light, which

will turn on when the brake fluid level in the master

cylinder has dropped below a specified level.

Once the pop-up message is cleared, it is stored until

the condition is no longer true.

The light also will turn on when the parking brake is

applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN position.

The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.

NOTE:

E-Latch Fault Warning Light

The light may flash momentarily during sharp cornering

maneuvers, which change fluid level conditions. The

vehicle should have service performed, and the brake

fluid level checked.

This light shows only that the parking brake is applied.

It does not show the degree of brake application.

This indicator will illuminate to indicate

a failure of the respective door’s locking

system. Contact your authorized dealer to

have the system repaired.

Battery Charge Warning Light

If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is

necessary.

This warning light will illuminate when the

12V battery is not charging properly. If it

stays on, there may be a malfunction with

the battery or charging system. Contact an

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Electric Power Steering (EPS) Fault

Warning Light

WARNING!

This warning light will turn on when there's a

Driving a vehicle with the red brake light on is

dangerous. Part of the brake system may have failed.

fault with the EPS system

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This indicates a possible problem with the electrical

system or a related component.

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WARNING!

● “Service Charging System” – If you see this

message, it is recommended to unplug and plug in

again, or try a different charging station. If an issue

continues, contact an authorized dealer to service

your high voltage charging system.

SOS Battery Fault Warning Light — If

Equipped

Continued operation with reduced assist could pose

a safety risk to yourself and others. Service should be

obtained as soon as possible.

This warning light will illuminate to signal

a fault with the SOS Battery system. If the

light stays on or comes on during driving, we

recommend you drive to the nearest service

center and have the vehicle serviced immediately.

● “Issue Detected Check External Charging Station” –

If you see this message, the charging station may be

powered off, having internal fault or being scheduled

to charge later. It is recommended to try a different

charging station. If an issue continues, then contact

an authorized dealer.

Service Electrical System Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when

service to the electrical system is needed.

It will be accompanied by a message in the

cluster. If the telltale stays on or continues

to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

SOS Fault Warning Light — If Equipped

The symbol appears to indicate a failure

in the EU eCall system. In this case, an

emergency call cannot be made. Contact

your authorized dealer as soon as possible

to have the system repaired.

NOTE:

● Older or non-compliant J1772 EVSE models may

not support charging of this vehicle. If this vehicle

does not charge, it may be connected to a non-

compliant Level 2 EVSE, and will flash indicators.

Please identify this failure to the site operator and/or

EVSE provider.

Hood Open Warning Light

Traction Battery Fault Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when the

hood is left open and not fully closed.

This light alerts the driver that there is

a failure in the Traction Battery System.

Contact an authorized dealer if illumination

persists.

● Before this vehicle can be driven, the EVSE Charging

Cord must be disconnected from the vehicle.

Trunk Open Warning Light

This indicator will illuminate when the trunk

is open and not fully closed.

Low High-Voltage Battery State Of

Charge

Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light

When the ignition is first placed in the

ON/RUN position, if the driver’s seat belt is

unbuckled, a chime will sound and the light

will turn on. When driving, if the driver or

The symbol appears on the instrument

panel display in case of low state of charge

of the high-voltage battery, charge high-

voltage battery.

Plug Status Fault Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate when a

plug status fault is detected (when vehicle

not in motion). It will be accompanied by a

cluster message indicating the type of fault.

You may receive one of the following messages if a fault

is detected:

front passenger seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat

Belt Reminder Light will flash or remain on continuously

and a chime will sound

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Transmission Fault Warning Light

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The warning light switches on when the

ignition device is brought to the ENGINE

position but it should switch off after a few

seconds.

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The warning light flashes, along with an acoustic

warning, to indicate a transmission failure.

If the ABS light does not turn on when the ignition is

placed in the ON/RUN position, have the brake system

inspected by an authorized dealer.

Electric Park Brake Failure Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate

the Electric Park Brake is not functioning

properly and service is required. Contact an

authorized dealer.

Torque Limited Warning Light

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault

Warning Light — If Equipped

This warning light illuminates when vehicle

acceleration is limited due to a reduction

in battery or electric motor performance.

Contact your authorized dealer for service

if illumination persists.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF

Warning Light

This warning light will illuminate to indicate

a fault in the ACC system. Contact a local

authorized dealer for service

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This warning light indicates the ESC is off.

Each time the ignition is switched to ON/

RUN, the ESC system will be on, even if it

was turned off previously.

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YELLOW WARNING LIGHTS

Automatic High Beam Warning Light

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS)

Fault Warning Light

This warning light switches on to report

a failure of the automatic high beam

headlights. Contact an authorized dealer.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Active

Warning Light

This light alerts the driver that the AVAS

system is not functioning properly. If the

light stays on contact and authorized dealer

for service.

Blind Spot Detection System Failure

This warning light will indicate when the

ESC system is Active. The ESC Indicator

Light in the instrument cluster will come on

when the ignition is placed in the ON/RUN

This warning light switches on to report a

failure of the blind detection spot system.

Contact an authorized dealer.

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning

Light

position, and when ESC is activated. It should turn

off within a few seconds. If the ESC Indicator Light

remains on in the RUN position, a malfunction has

been detected in the ESC system. If this warning light

remains on after several ignition cycles, and the vehicle

has been driven several miles (kilometers) at speeds

greater than 30 mph (48 km/h), see an authorized

dealer as soon as possible to have the problem

diagnosed and corrected.

Brake Failure

This warning light monitors the ABS. The

light will turn on when the ignition is placed

in the ON/RUN position and may stay on for

as long as four seconds.

This warning light illuminates together with

the same red warning light flashing in the

event of a brake system failure or low brake

fluid level. Contact an authorized dealer.

If the ABS light remains on or turns on while driving,

then the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system is not

functioning and service is required as soon as possible.

However, the conventional brake system will continue to

operate normally, assuming the Brake Warning Light is

not also on.

Drowsiness Detected Warning Light

This warning light switches on to report

a failure of the Drowsy Driver Detection

device. Contact an authorized dealer.

● The ESC OFF Indicator Light and the ESC Indicator

Light come on momentarily each time the ignition is

placed in the ON/RUN position.

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● The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking sounds

when it is active. This is normal; the sounds will stop

when ESC becomes inactive.

Low Washer Fluid Warning Light

Speed Limiter Failure

This warning light will illuminate when the

windshield washer fluid is low.

This warning light will illuminate to indicate

a fault in the Speed Limiter system. Contact

a local authorized dealer for service.

● This light will come on when the vehicle is in an ESC

event.

Park Sensors System Failure

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Warning Light

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Fault

Light/Camera Blinded

The telltale will illuminate when there is a

fault in the parking sensors.

Low tire pressure

This warning light will illuminate to indicate

a fault in the Forward Collision Warning

System or if a Camera is Blinded. Contact

an authorized dealer for service.

The warning light switches on constantly

to indicate that the tyre pressure is lower

than the recommended value, in order to

Rain Sensor Failure Light

The telltale will illuminate in the case of

failure of the automatic windshield wiper.

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

guarantee long tire life and optical electrical energy

consumption, or to indicate a slow loss of pressure.

Immobilizer Fail / VPS Electrical Alarm

Warning Light

In this way the iTPMS warns the driver that one or more

tyres may be flat and probably punctured.

This telltale will illuminate when the vehicle

security system has detected an attempt to

break into the vehicle.

Service Lanesense Warning Light — If

Equipped

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 Tire reset

procedure.

This warning light will illuminate when the

Lanesense system is not operating and

requires service. Please see an authorized

dealer.

NOTE:

After cycling the ignition to the ON/RUN position, the

Vehicle Security Warning Light could illuminate if a

problem with the system is detected. This condition will

result in the engine being shut off after two seconds.

NOTE:

Do not continue driving with one or more flat tires as

handling of the car may be compromised. Stop the car,

avoiding sharp braking and steering.

Service Required/Call For Service

Warning Light

Keyless System Failure Indicator Light

iTPMS failure/iTPMS temporarily deactivated

The telltale will illuminate in the event of

keyless system failure.

This warning light will illuminate when

service is needed. A pop-up will appear in

the display to signal the need for service.

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

The warning light flashes for about 75 seconds and

then stays on constantly 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

Contact an authorized dealer as soon as

possible.

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reset procedure after restoring the normal operating

conditions.

Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) Fault

Warning Light

Lane Keeping Assist OFF — If Equipped

This light will illuminate when the Active

Lane Management system is switched OFF.

If the malfunction warning persists, contact a Fiat

Dealership as soon as possible.

This light will illuminate to indicate a TSR

fault. Contact an authorized dealer if the

light remains on after restarting vehicle.

WARNING!

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) OFF

Indicator Light — If Equipped

Traction Battery Cut-off Warning Light —

If Equipped

If the system signals a pressure drop on a specific

tire, it is recommended to check the pressure on

all four tires. The iTPMS does not relieve the driver

from the obligation to check the tire pressure every

month; it is not to be considered a system to replace

servicing or a safety system. Tire pressure must be

checked with tires cold. Should it become necessary

for whatever reason to check pressure with warm

tires, do not reduce pressure even though it is higher

than the prescribed value, but repeat the check when

tires are cold.

This indicator light illuminates to indicate

that Forward Collision Warning is off.

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This telltale will turn on to indicate the

Traction Battery system is not functioning

properly. Contact an authorized dealer if

illumination persists.

Icy Road Condition Indicator Light

This light will illuminate during an icy road

condition.

Twilight Sensor Fault Warning Light

This light will illuminate to indicate a failure

of the Twilight sensor. Contact an authorized

dealer.

Press Brake Pedal Indicator Light

CAUTION!

This telltale will illuminate to indicate that

the brake pedal must be pressed to enable

starting.

YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHTS

The iTPMS cannot indicate sudden tire pressure

drops (for example when a tire bursts). In this case,

stop the car, braking with caution and avoiding

abrupt steering. The system only warns that the

tire pressure is low: it is not able to inflate them.

Insufficient tire inflation increases electrical energy

consumption, reduces the tread duration and may

affect your ability to drive safely.

Exterior Lights Failure Indicator Light

The telltale will illuminate to indicate a

failure on the following lights: Daytime

Running Lights (DRLs) / parking lights /

side lights / turn signal indicators / rear

fog light / reversing light / brake lights / license plate

lights.

Rear Fog Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the

rear fog lights are on.

Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) OFF Light

The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown

protection fuse, or an interruption of the electrical

connection. Replace the bulb or the relevant fuse.

Contact an authorized dealer.

This light will illuminate when the TSR

system is switched OFF.

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GREEN INDICATOR LIGHTS

signals can be activated when the multifunction lever is

moved down (left) or up (right).

Intelligent Speed System Assist — If

Equipped

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) — If

Equipped

NOTE:

This light will turn on when the Intelligent

Speed System Assist is ON.

● A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is driven

more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either turn signal on.

This light will turn on when the Adaptive

Cruise Control is ON.

page 79.

● Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if either

indicator flashes at a rapid rate.

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Park/Headlights On Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate when the

park lights or headlights are turned on.

Auto HOLD Indicator Light — If Equipped

WHITE INDICATOR LIGHTS

Auto HOLD keeps your vehicle at a complete

stop without you having to keep your

foot on the brake pedal. Once engaged a

green “HOLD” indicator will appear in the

Instrument Cluster Display.

Adaptive Cruise Control READY (ACC) — If

Equipped

Plugged In Indicator Light

This indicator will illuminate when the

vehicle is plugged in.

This light will turn on when the Adaptive

Cruise Control is READY.

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Automatic High Beam Indicator Light — If

Equipped

Ready To Drive Indicator Light

Cruise Control READY Indicator Light

This indicator shows that the automatic high

This indicator light will illuminate to indicate

that the vehicle has enough power to be

driven, regardless of the speed of the

vehicle.

This light will turn on when the Cruise

Control has been turned on, but not set

page 78.

beam headlights are on

page 38.

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Cruise Control SET Indicator Light

Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control READY

(ACC) — If Equipped

Speed Limiter ON— If Equipped

This indicator light will illuminate when the

Cruise Control system is ON

page 78.

This light will turn on when the Speed

Limiter is ON.

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This light will turn on when the Intelligent

Adaptive Cruise Control is READY.

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Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

— If Equipped

Turn Signal Indicator Lights

When the left or right turn signal is

This light will turn on when the Intelligent

activated, the turn signal indicator will

flash independently and the corresponding

exterior turn signal lamps will flash. Turn

Adaptive Cruise Control is ON.

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Intelligent Speed Assist READY— If

Equipped

The symbol appears when the Intelligent

Speed Assist is READY.

Speed Limiter Ready— If Equipped

The symbol appears to indicate that the

Speed Limiter is READY.

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BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS

High Beam Indicator Light

This indicator light will illuminate to indicate

that the high beam headlights are on.

With the low beams activated, push the

multifunction lever forward (toward the front

of the vehicle) to turn on the high beams. Pull the

multifunction lever rearward (toward the rear of the

vehicle) to turn off the high beams. If the high beams

are off, pull the lever toward you for a temporary high

beam on, "flash to pass" scenario.

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