2018 Fiat 124 Spider Owner’s Manual

The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider brought back the spirit of Italian roadsters with its appealing mix of retro-inspired style and modern performance. This two-seater convertible was a tribute to the famous 1966 Fiat 124 Spider. It had smooth lines, a power-folding soft top, and a lively 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo engine that put out 160 horsepower for a fun driving experience. The 2018 Fiat 124 Spider’s well-balanced handling, comfortable cabin, and unwavering commitment to the joy of driving with the top down made it a great choice for people who want an authentic and fun driving experience.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

Instrument Cluster

1. Odometer/Trip Computer And Trip Computer Button/Dashboard Illumination
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Automatic Transmission Info Display
5. Odometer/Trip Computer Info/Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge/Fuel Gauge/Outside Temperature/Cruise Control/Info Switch Display

Odometer/Trip Computer
The display mode can be changed from odometer to “Trip computer A” to “Trip computer B” and then back to odometer by pushing the selector. The selected mode will be displayed. When the ignition is placed in the ACC or OFF position, the odometer or trip will not display. Pushing the selector can switch the trip or reset function for a ten-minute period in the following cases:

• After the ignition is cycled to OFF from ON.
• After the driver’s door is opened.

Odometer
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip Computer
The trip computer can record the total distance of two trips. One is recorded in “Trip A”, and the other is recorded in “Trip B”. For instance, “Trip A” can record the distance from the point of origin, and “Trip B” can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled. When “Trip A” is selected, pushing the selector again within one second will change to “Trip B” mode. When “Trip A” is selected, TRIP A will be displayed. When “Trip B” is selected, TRIP B will be displayed. The trip computer records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to “0.0” by depressing and holding the selector for one second or more. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption.
Note: Only the trip records tenths of miles (kilometers).

Trip Computer Reset
The trip computer will be erased when:

• The power supply is interrupted (blown fuse or the battery is disconnected).
• The vehicle is driven over 9999.9 miles.

Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle.

Instrument Panel Illumination
When the position lights are turned on with the ignition switched ON, the brightness of the instrument panel illumination is dimmed. When the position lights are turned on, the warning light in the instrument cluster illuminates (see “Headlights” in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle” chapter).

Brightness Adjustment
The brightness of the instrument panel and dashboard illuminations can be adjusted by rotating the knob:

• The brightness decreases by rotating the knob to the left. A beep will be heard when the knob has been rotated to the maximum dim position.
• The brightness increases by rotating the knob to the right.

Canceling Illumination Dimmer
With the ignition ON, rotate the knob to the right until a beep sounds while the instrument cluster is dimmed. If the instrument cluster’s visibility is reduced due to glare from surrounding brightness, cancel the illumination dimmer. When the illumination dimmer is canceled, the instrument cluster cannot be dimmed even if the position lights are turned on. When the illumination dimmer is canceled, the screen in the center display switches to constant display of the daytime screen.

Trip Computer And Info Switch
The following information can be selected by pushing the INFO switch with the ignition in the ON position:

• Distance-to-empty (approximate distance you can travel on the available fuel).
• Average fuel economy.
• Current fuel economy.
• Average vehicle speed.

If you have any problems with your trip computer, contact an authorized dealer.

Distance-To-Empty Mode
This mode displays the approximate distance you can travel on the remaining fuel based on the fuel economy. The distance-to-empty will be calculated and displayed every second.

Distance To Empty Display Screen
Note

• Even though the distance-to-empty display may indicate a sufficient amount of remaining driving distance before refueling is required, refuel as soon as possible if the fuel level is very low or the low fuel warning light illuminates.
• The display may not change unless you add more than approximately 2.3 gallons (9 liters) of fuel.
• The distance-to-empty is the approximate remaining distance the vehicle can be driven until all the graduation marks in the fuel gauge
  (indicating the remaining fuel supply) disappear.
• If there is no past fuel economy information such as after first purchasing your vehicle or the information is deleted when the battery cables are disconnected, the actual distance-to empty/range may differ from the amount indicated.

Average Fuel Economy Mode
This mode displays the average fuel economy by calculating the total fuel consumption and the total traveled distance since purchasing the vehicle, reconnecting the battery after disconnection, or resetting the data. The average fuel economy is calculated and displayed every minute. To clear the data being displayed, push the INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds. After pushing the INFO switch, “- – – mpg” (“—L/100km”)willbe displayed for about 1 minute before the fuel economy is recalculated and displayed.

Current Fuel Economy Mode
This mode displays the current fuel economy by calculating the amount of fuel consumption and the distance traveled. Current fuel economy will be calculated and displayed every two seconds. When you’ve slowed to about 3 MPH (5 km/h) , “- – – mpg” (“- – – L/100 km”) will be displayed.

Average Vehicle Speed Mode
This mode displays the average vehicle speed by calculating the distance and the time traveled since connecting the battery or resetting the data. Average vehicle speed will be calculated and displayed every 10 seconds. To clear the data being displayed, push the INFO switch for more than 1.5 seconds.

Average Vehicle Speed Display Screen
After pushing the INFO switch, “- – – MPH” (“—km/h”) will be displayed for about 1 minute before the vehicle speed is recalculated and displayed.

Tachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). The range varies depending on the type of gauge.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge And Fuel Gauge
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Note: If the high engine coolant temperature warning light (red) turns on, there is a possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately and take appropriate measures. If the vehicle continues to be driven, it could cause damage to the engine.

Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when the ignition is in the ON position. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.

• E = Empty
• F = Full
  If the low fuel warning light illuminates or the fuel level is very low, refuel as soon as possible.

Note

• After refueling, it may require some time for the indicator to stabilize. In addition, the indicator may deviate while driving on a slope or curve since the fuel moves in the tank.
• The display indicating a quarter or less remaining fuel has more segments to show the remaining fuel level in greater detail.
• The direction of the arrow on the fuel gauge indicates that the fuel door lid is on the left side of the vehicle.

Outside Temperature Display
When the ignition is in the ON position, the outside temperature is displayed. Under the following conditions, the outside temperature display may differ from the actual outside temperature depending on the surroundings and vehicle conditions:

• Significantly cold or hot temperatures.
• Sudden changes in outside temperature.
• The vehicle is parked.
• The vehicle is driven at low speeds.

Changing The Temperature Unit Of The Outside Temperature Display
The outside temperature unit can be switched between Fahrenheit and Celsius using the following procedure. Settings can be changed through the Connect 7.0 radio screen. Refer to “Personalization Features” in this chapter.
Note: When the temperature unit indicated in the outside temperature display is changed, the temperature unit indicated in the engine coolant gauge display changes in conjunction with it.

Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display
The vehicle speed preset using the cruise control is displayed.

MAINTENANCE MONITOR

Oil Life Reset
Proceed as follows:

1. Select the icon on the home screen to display the “Applications” screen.
2. Select “Maintenance” to display the maintenance list screen.
3. Switch the tab and select the setting item you want to change: “Scheduled,” “Tire Rotation,” or “Oil Change.”

FAQ’s