2003 FIAT BARCHETTA remote control

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fig. 4
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THE FIAT
CODE SYSTEM
To further protect your car from at-
tempted theft, it has been fitted with
an electronic engine immobiliser sys-
tem called Fiat CODE which is auto-
matically activated when the ignition
key is removed. The ignition keys, in
fact, are fitted with an electronic de-
vice that transmits a coded signal to
the Fiat CODE unit: only if this signal
is recognised can the engine be start-
ed. The coded signal is the password
with which the control unit recognis-
es the key and enables engine ignition. KEYS fig. 4
The car comes with three types of
the keys.
– key A, with a burgundy grip, is the
“master” key. Only one of these keys
is provided, and your Fiat Dealer-
ship needs it when it has to store the
codes of new keys replacing ones that
have been lost or damaged or when
storing duplicate key codes. Given its
importance, it should be kept in a safe
place (not in the car) and only be used
when absolutely necessary.
Any repair operations to the Fi-
at CODE system and to the en-
gine control unit cannot be car-
ried out if this key is lost.– key B(supplied with a duplicate)
with the blue grip, is the key which is
normally used for: starting the engine;
the doors; the glove compartment; the
tunnel-mounted console; the lock on
the boot opening lever.
– only one key C(with the blue grip)
is provided. This key is only used to
start the engine. It can be used by
garage and workshop staff for vehicle
handling.
A CODE card fig. 5bearing the fol-
lowing data is provided together with
the keys:
A- the electronic code to be used
for emergency starting (see “Emer-
gency Start-up” in “In an emergency”);
B- the mechanical key code to be
given to the Fiat Dealershipwhen
ordering duplicate keys;
C- the spaces for any remote con-
trol stickers when the car is fitted with
the “Electronic alarm” option.
fig. 5
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DUPLICATING KEYS
If you ask for extra keys, remember
that all the keys, both the new ones
and those you already possess, must
be stored in the memory (up to a
maximum of 7). Go directly to your
nearest Fiat Dealership, taking with
you the key with the burgundy grip, all
the other keys in your possession and
the CODE card.
The codes of any keys that are not
available when the new storage pro-
cedure is carried out will be deleted
from the memory to prevent any lost
or stolen keys being used to start the
car.OPERATION
The electronic alarm fitted to the Fi-
at Barchetta is controlled by the re-
ceiver fig. 6(Abutton, Bled) locat-
ed in the front ceiling light and is acti-
vated by the radio-frequency remote
control.
The alarm can be turned on only
when the ignition key has been turned
toSTOPor PARKand removed.
The electronic alarm control unit
contains a self-supplied siren which can
be deactivated.
To switch the electronic alarm
on: press button A-fig. 7briefly on
the remote control. You will hear a
beep and the direction indicators will
light up for approximately 3 seconds
(in the countries where this is al-
lowed). When the system is on, led A-
fig. 8on the central tunnel will flash.ELECTRONIC
ALARM
(where fitted)
The electronic alarm has the follow-
ing functions:
– remote central door locking/un-
locking;
– peripheral surveillance, detecting
any attempt to open the doors, the
bonnet or the boot;
– passenger compartment surveil-
lance.
The burgundy key, plus
all the other keys and the
CODE card must be
handed over to the new owner
when the vehicle is sold.
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THE REMOTE CONTROL
The remote control has a button A-
fig. 7and a led B. The button activates
the system. The led flashes while the
signal is being transmitted to the re-
ceiver.
This a radio-frequency remote con-
trol and must be used close to the ve-
hicle.
Ministerial homologation
With respect to the legislation in
force in each country on the use of ra-
dio frequencies:
– the market specific homologation
codes are given in the chapter “Ac-
cessory installation”;
– the homologation code is printed
on the remote control for the markets
which require it.SYSTEM PROGRAMMING
When your new car is handed over
to you, the electronic alarm has al-
ready been programmed by your Fi-
at Dealership. Any subsequent pro-
gramming should also be carried out
by a Fiat Dealership.
If, therefore, you ever need a new re-
mote control, go to your nearest Fi-
at Dealership, taking with you the
key with the burgundy grip, all the re-
mote controls in your possession and
the CODE card.REPLACING THE BATTERIES
Change the remote control batter-
ies when led B-fig. 7on the remote
control flashes once only when
pressed or when ledA-fig. 8on the
central tunnel stays on when the alarm
system is turned off. Change the bat-
teries with a similar type as follows:
open the plastic covers; insert the new
batteries respecting the polarity
shown; close the plastic covers fig. 9.
Used batteries are an
environmental hazard.
Dispose of them in ap-
propriate containers as pre-
scribed by the law. Alternatively,
take the batteries to a Fiat Deal-
ership who will dispose of them
correctly.
fig. 9
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The car alarm absorbs
electricity. If you plan on
not using the car for
more than a month, you are ad-
vised to switch the system off
with the remote control and to
turn the emergency key to the
“OFF” position.
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WHEN THE ALARM
GOES OFF
When the car alarm is activated, the
electronic alarm will be set off if:
1)One of the doors, the bonnet or
the boot are opened.
2)The battery is disconnected or the
electronic alarm power supply cables
are cut.
3) When something enters the pas-
senger compartment.
4)The outside of the car is knocked.
5)The key is turned to MAR.
A siren sounds for approximately 26
seconds (for a maximum of 3 cycles
and 5-second pauses if the condition
persists) when the electronic alarm is
triggered. The direction indicators
flash (in countries where this is al-
lowed) for approximately 5 minutes.
Once the conditions cease, the sys-
tem will continue its normal surveil-
lance function.To stop the electronic alarm, press
the remote control button. If this does
not work, turn the alarm off by turn-
ing the emergency key toOFF(see
next paragraph “How to turn the
alarm”).
HOW TO TURN
THE ALARM OFF fig. 10
Use the emergency key (two copies
are provided) to deactivate the elec-
tronic alarm when the remote control
batteries are flat or if there is a fault in
the system. Lift the bonnet and find
the control unit and siren (located in
front of the battery). Lift the rubber
protection cap A, insert the key and
turn anticlockwise (OFFposition).
The system is thus deactivated.“This key switch is not applicable for
the U.K. market”.
Do not leave the emergency key in
the switch. The keyhole must be cov-
ered with its rubber cap to prevent
dust and humidity from getting in.
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HOW TO KNOW IF
THE ALARM HAS GONE OFF
If the car alarm was triggered while
you were away, led A-fig. 8on the
central tunnel will flash to identify the
reason for it:
Light on: remote control battery
flat.
1 flash: right door.
2 flashes: left door.
5 flashes: passenger compartment
sensors (movement inside the pas-
senger compartment).6 flashes: bonnet.
7 flashes: boot.
8 flashes: ignition tampered with.
9 flashes: alarm power supply cables
cut.
10 flashes: at least three different
causes.
The led will go out when the ignition
key is turned toMARor after 2 min-
utes.IGNITION SWITCH
The key can turn through four dif-
ferent positions fig. 11:
– STOP: engine off, key can be re-
moved and the steering column is
locked. Some of the electrical devices
(e.g. the radio) can be used.
– MAR: drive position. All electri-
cal devices can be used.
– AVV: starting the engine.
– PARK: engine off, parking lights
on, key can be removed and the steer-
ing column is locked. Press button A
to turn the key to the PARKposition.
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VEHICLE
STORAGE
Do the following if the car is not to
be used for several months:
– Park the car with the hood closed
in covered, dry and if possible well-
ventilated premises.
– Engage a gear.
– Make sure the handbrake is not
engaged.
– Disconnect the terminals from
the battery poles (negative pole first)
and check the battery charge. When
the vehicle is in storage, this check
should be carried out once a month.
If the no-load voltage is less than
12.5V, recharge the battery.– Inflate the tyres to 0.5 bar above
the normal specified pressure and
check it at intervals.
– Check battery charge once a
month.
– Do not drain the engine cooling
system. IMPORTANTIf the car is fitted
with an electronic car alarm, turn off
the alarm with the remote control
and deactivate the system by turning
the emergency key to “OFF”(see
the “Electronic alarm” in the
“Getting to know your car” section).
– Clean and protect the painted
parts using a protective wax.
– Clean and protect the shiny metal
parts using special compounds avail-
able on the market.
– Sprinkle talcum powder on the
rubber windscreen wiper blades and
lift them off the glass.
– Open the windows slightly.
– Cover the car with a cloth or
perforated plastic sheet. Do not use
sheets of imperforated plastic as
they do not allow moisture on the
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JUMP STARTING
See “Jump starting” in this chapter. 2)Connect the battery terminals to
the charger.
3)Turn on the charger.
4)When you have finished, turn the
charger off before disconnecting the
battery.
5) Reconnect the cables to the bat-
tery posts. Make sure the polarity is
correct.IF THE BATTERY
IS FLAT
First of all, read the “Car mainte-
nance” chapter for the steps to be tak-
en to avoid the battery running down
and to ensure it has a long life.
RECHARGING THE BATTERY
You are advised to recharge the bat-
tery slowly for a period of approxi-
mately 24 hours at a very low amper-
age. Charging for too long could result
in the battery being damaged.
Proceed as follows:
1) Disconnect the electrical system
terminals from the battery posts.
IMPORTANTIf the car is fitted
with an electronic car alarm, use the
remote control to turn the alarm off
with the remote control and deacti-
vate the system by turning the emer-
gency key to “OFF” (see the “Elec-
tronic alarm” in the “Getting to know
your car” section).
The liquid in the battery is
poisonous and corrosive.
Do not let it touch the skin or eyes.
Recharging the battery should be
done in a well-ventilated area and
away from naked flames or possi-
ble sources of sparks: explosion and
fire risk.
WARNING
Do not attempt to recharge
a frozen battery. Thaw it
first otherwise it could explode. If
the battery froze, make sure the in-
ternal elements are not broken
(short-circuit risk) and that the cas-
ing is not cracked (risk of spilling
the poisonous and corrosive fluid).
WARNING

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ACCESSORY INSTALLATION
Genuine Fiat accessories have been designed with
the Fiat barchetta specifically in mind and have been se-
lected and tested on the car. They are easy to use, re-
liable and practical, qualities that lead to enhanced com-
fort and safety under all driving conditions.
If you wish to give your Fiat barchetta a sportier look,
Fiat has designed light alloy rims, leather panels, spoilers
and sporty bumpers that are fully in keeping with the
car’s line making it more personal and aggressive.
To ensure child safety, the child safety seats offered
by Lineaccessori Fiat meet the requirements of the Eu-
ropean standards currently in force.
You can find accessories from the Fiat line described
in a catalogue available from Fiat Branches, Dealers or
Authorised Workshops. Just ask one of Fiat’s staff to
give you all the details.
The following pages show diagrams and give instruc-
tions for correctly fitting a number of accessories. In-
stallation must always be entrusted to the experts. Fi-
at has specially trained its Dealership staff for work on
the Fiat barchetta.ELECTRONIC CAR ALARM ........................................... 150
TOW HITCH INSTALLATION....................................... 152
HARD TOP .......................................................................... 155
RADIO-FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL
MINISTERIAL HOMOLOGATION ............................... 156