FIAT 500 User Manual

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HILL HOLDER SYSTEM FAILURE
INDICATIONS

A possible system failure is indicated by the

warning light on the instrument panel - together

with the dedicated message in the multifunction
display (for versions/markets, where provided) -
coming on (see "Warning lights and messages"
chapter).

IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a parking
brake, therefore do not leave the car without
activating the handbrake, switching off the engine and
engaging first gear.

WARNING

If the space-saver wheel is used, the ESP
system keeps operating. Always

remember that the space-saver wheel, being
smaller than the original wheel, provides less
grip. For the correct operation of the ESP and
ASR systems it is vital that the tyres are the
same make and the same type on all the
wheels, in perfect condition and, above all, the
recommended type, make and size.

ASR SYSTEM (Antislip Regulation)
(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is integral to the ESP system and automatically
intervenes if one or both drive wheels slip, helping
the driver to control the car.

The action of the ASR system is particularly helpful
in the following circumstances:
❒ slipping of the inner wheel on bends due to

dynamic variations in the load or excessive
acceleration;

❒ excessive power transmitted to the wheels, also in

relation to road surface conditions;

❒ acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy road

surfaces;

❒ loss of grip on wet road surfaces (aquaplaning).

MSR SYSTEM (ENGINE DRIVE
REGULATION)

This is an integral part of the ASR system that, in the
event of a sudden gear downshifting, cuts in and
provides torque to the engine thus preventing
excessive drive wheel drive which, especially in poor
grip conditions, can lead to loss of stability.

ENGAGEMENT/DISENGAGEMENT OF THE
ASR SYSTEM

The ASR system switches on automatically each time
the engine is started.
When the system is switched on, this is signalled by a
message on the multifunction display (for versions/
markets where provided).
When the system is switched off, this is signalled by
the LED on the button C switching on and by a
message on the multifunction display (for
versions/markets where provided).

GETTING TO

KNOW YOUR CAR

SAFETY

STARTING AND

DRIVING

WARNING LIGHTS

AND MESSAGES

IN AN EMERGENCY

SERVICING AND

MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX