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system gets noisier: this is entirely

normal with the system operating.

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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:

ACTIVE SAFETY

SYSTEMS

ABS (Anti-lock Braking

System)

MSR (Motor Schleppmoment

Regelung) 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.

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.

HH (Hill Holder)

ASR

HBA

HDC

System intervention

MBA (Mechanical Brake Assist)

SYSTEM

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 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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(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.

HH (Hill Holder) SYSTEM

This system is an integral part of the

ESC system and facilitates starting on

slopes.

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).

It is automatically activated in the

following conditions:

ESC (Electronic Stability

Control) SYSTEM

uphill: car stationary on a road

with a gradient higher than 5%,

engine running, brake pressed and

transmission in neutral or gear other

than reverse engaged;

(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

System intervention

The driver can feel that the ABS system

has come into action because the

brake pedal pulsates slightly and the

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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.

grip on wet roads (aquaplaning) and

acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy

roads, etc.

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.

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.

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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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.

Engagement/disengagement of the

system

The ASR system switches on

automatically each time the engine is

started.

HBA (Hydraulic Brake

Assist) SYSTEM

Whilst driving, the ASR can be

switched off and subsequently

switched on again by pressing the ASR

OFF button fig. 79.

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.

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.

This can reduce the braking distance:

the HBA system therefore completes

the ABS.

ASR (AntiSlip

Maximum assistance from the HBA

system is obtained pressing the

brake pedal very quickly. In addition,

the brake pedal must be pressed

Regulation) SYSTEM

It is an integral part of the ESC system.

It is automatically activated in the

case of drive wheels slipping, loss of

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continuously during braking, avoiding

intermittent presses, to benefit from the

system.

contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as

possible.

differential lock effect on the front

and rear axles, via the braking system,

to improve drive on uneven surfaces.

Do not reduce pressure on the

brake pedal until braking is no longer

necessary.

Enabling the system

To arrange operation of the ELD

system press button (A) fig. 80 (Panda

4x4 versions) or turn the ring fig. 82 to

the right (Panda Cross 4x4 versions)

and keep it in this position until LED (2)

on the selector lights up.

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)

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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.

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:

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Notifications

The warning light shown in fig. 81

and flashing indicates activation of

the electronic locking differential (ELD)

function.

Disabling the system

To disable the system, press button (A)

fig. 80 (Panda 4x4 versions) or turn the

ring fig. 82 to the left (Panda Cross 4x4

versions) and keep it in this position

until LED (1) on the selector lights up.

The switching on of the general failure

warning light indicate that a fault is

present in the 4x4 drive. In this case,

contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as

possible.

inhibition of the ASR function, in

order to fully exploit the engine torque;

The ESC warning lights indicates

ELD system failure. Also in this case,

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the set speed, in order to prevent

possible engine stalling. While the

Gravity Control system is operating it

is also possible to take control of the

vehicle again by pressing the brake

and accelerator pedals. If the Gravity

Control is not available when system

intervention set-up is engaged, this

could be due to brake overheating. In

this case, wait for a few minutes.

GRAVITY CONTROL

SYSTEM

(Panda Cross 4x4 versions)

WARNING This function can be

activated only with "Off Road" mode

activated.

It is an integral part of the ESC system

and is aimed at keeping the vehicle at

a constant speed during a descent,

operating autonomously on the brakes

in various ways at the same time. In

this way, the Gravity Control function

assists the driver on steep gradients

in low-grip conditions and/or on rough

terrain. Noise and vibrations coming

from the wheel sides (brakes) when the

Gravity Control system is activated are

normal.

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WARNING The Gravity Control system

is available for speeds between 5 km/h

and 25 km/h. It is advisable to use the

system in low gears (first, second and

third).

WARNING System intervention set-up

can be engaged only with "Off Road"

mode activated.

System intervention

You must travel at a speed slower than

25 km/h for the system to activate.

After reaching the desired speed,

release the accelerator and brake

pedals completely. If you want to

increase/decrease the speed, press the

accelerator/brake pedals again.

WARNING On level ground in urban

areas it is advisable to deactivate the

Gravity Control system intervention set-

up, since for speeds below 25 km/h in

some usage conditions, such as when

setting off, shifting gear and driving

over road humps without using the

accelerator pedal, the system might

activate.

WARNING The system does not

relieve the driver of the responsibility of

controlling the vehicle and does not

replace attention while driving. The

driver of the vehicle takes the complete

responsibility for the consequences of

their actions and of an incorrect and

not responsible use of the vehicle.

WARNING The system is also available

for very low speeds between 5 km/h

and 9 km/h, but in this interval the

gearbox must be set to neutral to

prevent engine stalling.

Enabling the system

Disabling the system

To arrange operation of the Gravity

Control system, turn ring fig. 82, with

LED (2) on, to the right, and keep it

in this position until LED (3) on the

To deactivate the system, turn the ring

nut fig. 82 to the left, keeping it in this

position until LED (3) on the selector

switches off.

WARNING For speeds above 9 km/h,

the Gravity Control system must be

used with a gear that is suitable for

selector lights up. The warning light

switches on in the instrument panel.

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WARNING If the braking system

overheats the system will deactivate

through a gradual release of the

braking pressure, leaving vehicle

control to the driver. The deactivation

of the Gravity Control system is

accompanied by the flashing of the

condition and, above all, of the prescribed

type and dimensions.

WARNING

55) When the Mechanical Brake Assist

intervenes, noises may be heard from

the system. This is normal. In any case,

while braking keep the brake pedal firmly

depressed.

56) For the correct operation of the ESC

system, the tyres must necessarily be of

the same make and type on all wheels,

in perfect condition and, above all, of the

prescribed type and size.

57) The ESC functions even when the

space-saver wheel is being used. Always

remember that the space-saver wheel,

being smaller than the original wheel,

provides less grip.

58) ESC performance features must not

induce the driver to take unnecessary or

unfounded risks. Your driving style must

always be suited to the road conditions,

visibility and traffic. The driver is always

responsible for road safety.

59) The ESC system cannot alter the

natural laws of physics, and cannot

increase grip, which depends on the

condition of the road.

60) The ESC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

61) The capability of the ESC system

must never be tested irresponsibly

and dangerously, in such a way as to

compromise personal safety and the

safety of others.

47) The ABS gets the most from the

available grip, but it cannot improve it; you

should therefore take every care when

driving on slippery surfaces and not take

unnecessary risks.

48) When the ABS cuts in and you feel

the brake pedal pulsating, do not remove

your foot, but keep the pedal pushed

down; in doing so you, will stop in the

shortest distance possible under the road

conditions at the time.

49) If the ABS system intervenes, this

indicates that the traction of the tyres on

the road is nearing its limit. You must slow

down to a speed compatible with the

available traction.

50) 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.

51) The ABS cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase the

grip available according to the condition of

the road.

52) The ABS cannot prevent accidents,

including those due to excessive speed

on corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or

aquaplaning.

53) The capability of the ABS must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously,

in such a way as to compromise personal

safety and the safety of others.

warning light

and an acoustic

warning. To reactivate the system

intervention set-up wait for the system

to cool down and turn the ring nut

again.

WARNING The Gravity Control system

is deactivated when exceeding 25

km/h and at speeds lower than

50 km/h it remains enabled to be

reactivated when the speed returns

under 25 km/h. In this case, the

indication on the instrument panel

is switched off and the LED on the

ring stays on. If car speed exceeds

50 km/h, the Gravity Control system

completely deactivates and each

individual action made by the system

on the brakes is blocked. To reactivate

it, turn the ring again when the speed is

again below 25 km/h.

54) For the correct operation of the ABS,

the tyres must of necessity be the same

make and type on all wheels, in perfect

62) For the correct operation of the ASR

system, the tyres must of necessity be

the same make and type on all wheels,

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in perfect condition and, above all, of the

prescribed type and dimensions.

63) Do not take unnecessary risks, even if

your vehicle is fitted with an ASR system.

Your driving style must always be suited

to the road conditions, visibility and traffic.

The driver is always responsible for road

safety.

64) The ASR cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase the

grip available according to the condition of

the road.

65) The ASR system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on corners, driving on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

66) The capability of the ASR must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously,

in such a way as to compromise personal

safety and the safety of others.

67) The HBA system cannot increase tyre

grip on the road over the limits imposed

by laws of physics: always drive carefully

according to the conditions of the road

surface.

68) The HBA system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to

excessive speed on bends, travelling on

low-grip surfaces or aquaplaning.

69) The HBA system is an aid for the

driver, who must always pay full attention

while driving. The responsibility always

rests with the driver. The capability of

the HBA system must never be tested

irresponsibly and dangerously, in such a

way as to compromise the safety of the

driver, the other occupants of the car or

any other road user

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Notifications

Engagement and activation/deactivation of the Gravity Control function are indicated on the ring fig. 104 and on the instrument

panel as shown in the following table:

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Notifications

Operating Mode

Descriptions

Warning light

on panel

LED on ring nut

Function available but not activated (between

25 km/h and 50 km/h)

STAND-BY

LED 1 off, LEDs 2-3 on

Off

On (green)

Off

Function activated (between 5 km/h and 25

km/h)

ACTIVATED

DEACTIVATED

LED 1 off, LEDs 2-3 on

LEDs 1-3 off, LED 2 on

Function not available

The activation and deactivation light indications are accompanied by the following information on the display:

Gravity Control on: function activated manually.

Gravity Control off: function deactivated manually or automatically.

Gravity Control cannot be set: the function cannot be activated.

Gravity Control off, wait brake cooling: function off for brake cooling.

Note Deactivation of the Gravity Control function is accompanied by an acoustic warning.

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