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SAFETY -> DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS for Your Fiat Punto SUV 2011-2018

54) If only the  
warning light on the  
60) 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  
DRIVING  
ASSISTANCE  
SYSTEMS  
instrument panel switches on (along with a  
message in the multifunction display, for  
versions/markets, where provided) stop the  
vehicle immediately and contact the  
nearest Fiat Dealership. Leakage of  
hydraulic fluid from the braking system will  
compromise the operation of the braking  
system, whether it is of the conventional  
type or with ABS.  
iTPMS (indirect Tyre  
Pressure Monitoring  
System)  
61) The HBA system cannot prevent  
accidents, including those due to excessive  
speed on bends, travelling on low-grip  
surfaces or aquaplaning.  
(for versions/markets, where provided)  
63) 64) 65) 66) 67) 68)  
62) 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 features of the HBA system  
must never be tested in imprudent or  
dangerous ways, with the possibility of  
putting the safety of the driver, occupants  
or other road users at risk.  
The vehicle can be equipped with the  
iTPMS (indirect Tire Pressure  
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  
pressed.  
Monitoring System) which monitors the  
tyre inflation status thanks to wheel  
speed sensors.  
56) For the correct operation of the ESC  
and ASR systems, it is essential that the  
tyres are of the same make and type on all  
wheels, in perfect condition and, above  
all, of the specified type and dimensions.  
The system warns the driver if one or  
more tyres are flat by switching on  
the  
warning light constantly and by  
displaying a dedicated message. If  
one tyre only is flat, the system can  
indicate its position: it is in any case  
recommended to check the pressure  
on all four tyres. This indication is  
displayed also when turning the engine  
off and on again until the Reset  
procedure is carried out.  
57) If the space-saver wheel is used,  
the ESC system keeps operating. Always  
remember that the space-saver wheel,  
being smaller than the original wheel,  
provides less grip.  
58) Do not take unnecessary risks, even if  
your vehicle is fitted with the ESC and  
ASR systems. Your driving style must  
always be suited to the road conditions,  
visibility and traffic. The driver is ultimately  
responsible for road safety.  
Reset procedure  
The iTPMS needs an initial "self-  
59) For the correct operation of the ASR  
system, the tyres must of necessity be the  
same make and type on all wheels, in  
perfect condition and, above all, of the  
prescribed type and dimensions.  
learning" phase (with length depending  
on the driving style and road conditions:  
optimal conditions being driving on a  
straight road at 80 km/h for at least 20  
minutes) which starts when the Reset  
procedure is carried out.  
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The Reset procedure must be carried  
out:  
hold the MENU/  
button down  
This indication is displayed also after  
the engine has been switched off and  
then on again if the correct operating  
conditions are not restored.  
to go back to the standard screen  
or main menu, depending on where you  
are in the menu.  
each time the tyre pressure is  
modified or when even a single tyre is  
replaced;  
At the end of the Reset procedure the  
display will show the "Reset saved"  
message, indicating that the "self-  
learning" has been started.  
when tyres are rotated/inverted;  
WARNING  
when the space-saver wheel is  
fitted.  
63) If the system signals a pressure  
decrease on a specific tyre, it is  
recommended to check the pressure on all  
four tyres.  
Working conditions  
Before carrying out the Reset  
procedure, inflate the tyres to the rated  
pressure values specified in the inflation  
pressure table (see "Wheels" paragraph  
in the "Technical specifications"  
chapter).  
The system is active for speeds above  
15 km/h.  
64) iTPMS does not relieve the driver from  
the obligation to check the tyre pressure  
every month; it is not even to be  
considered a replacing system for  
maintenance or a safety system.  
In a few situations such as sporty  
driving, particular conditions of the road  
surface (e.g. icy, snowy, unsurfaced  
roads...) the signalling may be delayed  
or partial in detecting the contemporary  
deflation of more than one tyre.  
Under special conditions (e.g. vehicle  
loaded asymmetrically on one side,  
towing a trailer, damaged or worn tyre,  
fitting the space-saver wheel, use of the  
"Fix&Go Automatic" kit, fitting snow  
chains, fitting different tyres on the  
axles) the system may give false  
indications or be temporarily  
If the Reset procedure is not carried  
out, in all above cases, the  
warning  
65) Tyre pressure must be checked with  
tyres cold. Should it become necessary for  
whatever reason to check pressure with  
warm tyres, do not reduce pressure even  
though it is higher than the prescribed  
value, but repeat the check when tyres are  
cold.  
light may give false indications on  
one or more tyres. To carry out the  
Reset procedure, with the vehicle  
stopped and the ignition device at  
MAR, use the Setup Menu as follows:  
press the MENU/  
button briefly:  
66) The iTPMS cannot indicate sudden  
tyre pressure drops (for example when  
a tyre bursts). In this case, stop the vehicle,  
braking with caution and avoiding abrupt  
steering.  
the display will show the wording  
"Reset";  
press the + button or the button to  
select ("Yes" or "No");  
deactivated.  
If the system is temporarily deactivated  
67) The system only warns that the tyre  
pressure is low: it is not able to inflate  
them.  
press the MENU/  
button briefly:  
the  
warning light flashes for about  
the display will show the wording  
"Confirm";  
75 seconds and then is continuously on  
(at the same time, the display shows a  
dedicated message).  
68) Insufficient tyre inflation increases fuel  
consumption, reduces the tread duration  
and may affect the capacity to drive safely.  
press the + button or the button to  
select ("Yes" to "Reset" or "No" to exit  
the screen);  
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