Fiat 500c 2017, User Manual

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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
.
– Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc . , may illumi-
nate the MIL after engine start
.
The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on
through several typical driving cycles . In most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and
not require towing
.
If the MIL flashes when the engine is running, serious conditions may exist that could lead
to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic converter damage
. We recommend you
do not operate the vehicle . Have the vehicle serviced immediately .
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation / Malfunction Indicator Light
The “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” in the instrument cluster will come on
for four seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON/RUN position
.
If the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light” comes on continuously with the engine running, a
malfunction has been detected in the ESC system
.
If this light remains on, see your au-
thorized dealer as soon as possible to have the problem diagnosed and corrected .
NOTE:
• The “ESC Off Indicator Light” and the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light”
come on momentarily each time the ignition switch is turned to ON/RUN
.
• Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the ESC system will be ON even if it
was turned off previously .
• ESC Activation/Malfunction Light can blink during a ESC or TC intervention
.
– Generic Warning Light
The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of the following condition occurs: Engine
Oil Pressure Sensor Failure
– Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Indicator Light
This light informs you of a problem with the system .
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running . Cycle the
ignition when the vehicle has completely stopped and the gear selector is placed in the
PARK position; the light should turn off
.
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