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FIAT Panda User Manual

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WARNING

When the Mechanical Brake Assist
intervenes, noises may be heard from

the system.This is normal. In any case, keep the
brake pedal firmly depressed while braking.

ESC SYSTEM (Electronic Stability

Control)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is an electronic system that controls car stability
in the event of tyre grip loss, helping maintain
directional control. The system is capable of
recognising potentially dangerous 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 also includes the following
subsystems:
❒ Hill Holder
❒ ASR
❒ Brake Assist
❒ MSR
❒ HBA

SYSTEM INTERVENTION

It is signalled by the flashing of the ESC warning light
on the instrument panel, to inform the driver that
the car is in critical stability and grip conditions.

SYSTEM ACTIVATION

The ESC system switches on automatically when the
engine is started and cannot be switched off.

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GETTING TO

KNOW YOUR CAR

SAFETY

STARTING AND

DRIVING

WARNING LIGHTS

AND MESSAGES

IN AN EMERGENCY

SERVICING AND

MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

INDEX