2005 FIAT DUCATO 244 door

7GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been at-
tached near or actually on some of
the components of your Ducato.
These labels bear symbols that remind
you of the precautions to be taken as
regards that particular component.KEYS fig. 3
The following keys are provided with
the vehicle:
– two keys Awith metal insert and
power-assisted opening if the vehicle
is not equipped with remote control;
– key Aand key Bif the vehicle is fit-
ted with a door lock remote control.
– Key Ais the key that is used nor-
mally. It will:
– start the engine;
– lock/unlock the front doors;
– lock/unlock the side sliding doors;
– lock/unlock the rear doors;
– lock/unlock the fuel filler cap.
fig. 3
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THE FIAT CODE
SYSTEM
To further protect your vehicle from
theft, it has been fitted with an engine
immobiliser system (Fiat CODE)
which is automatically activated when
the ignition key is removed.
An electronic device, in fact, is fitted
in each ignition key grip. The device
modulates a signal when the engine is
started through a special aerial built
into the ignition switch. The modulate
signal, which changes each time the
engine is started, is the password by
means of which the control unit
recognises the key and enables to
start the engine.

The CODE card fig. 4is also sup-
plied with the keys and it bears the fol-
lowing:
A- the electronic code to be used
for emergency starting (see “Emer-
gency start-up” in the “In an emer-
gency” section);
B- the mechanical key code to be
given to the Fiat Dealershipwhen
ordering duplicate keys.
Keep the CODE card in a safe place.
You should always have the elec-
tronic code number written on the
CODE card with you at all times in
case you need to perform an emer-
gency start-up. OPERATION
Each time the ignition key is turned
to STOP, or PARK, the protection
system will automatically immobilise
the engine.
When the key is turned to MARto
start the engine:
1)If the code is recognised the Y
fig. 5warning light on the instrument
panel will flash briefly: this means that
the protection system has recognised
the key code and disabled the engine
immobiliser. Turn the key to AVV, to
start.
2)If the Ywarning light stays on,
the code was not recognised. In this
case, turn the key to STOPand then
back to MAR. If the engine remains
immobilised, try with the other keys
provided.
fig. 5
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All the keys and the
CODE card must be
handed over to the new
owner when selling the vehicle.
8GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
The key B, with a built-in remote
control, has the same functions as key
Ain vehicles with door lock/unlock
remote control.
IMPORTANTIn order to ensure
perfect efficiency of the electronic de-
vices contained inside the keys, they
should never be exposed to direct
sunlight.
U.K. Vehicles only
At the behest of the motor Insurance
Companies the CODE card for emer-
gency starting and remplacement of
keys is not provided. If you need as-
sistance please contact your nearest
Fiat Dealershipor telephone Free
Phone 0800 717000.
fig. 4
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9GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
DUPLICATE KEYS
When additional keys are required,
go to your Fiat Dealership, taking all
the keys in your possession and the
CODE card with you. The Fiat Deal-
ershipwill store the old and new keys
(up to eight) in the system. The Fiat
Dealershipmay ask you to demon-
strate that you own the vehicle.
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
engine.
All the keys and the CODE card
must be handed over to the new own-
er when selling the vehicle.DOOR LOCK
REMOTE CONTROL
The radio-frequency remote control
is built into the ignition key.
The key fig. 6includes the following:
– a metal insert Athat can be en-
closed in the key grip
– a button Efor power-assisted
opening of the metal insert
– a button Cfor remote door un-
locking and electronic alarm deactiva-
tion (where provided) at the same
time, and timed switching on of the in-
ternal ceiling lights;
– a button Dfor remote door lock-
ing and electronic alarm activation
(where provided) at the same time,
and switching off of the internal ceiling
lights;
– led Bindicating control sending to
electronic alarm system receiver. If you are still unable to start the en-
gine, perform the emergency start-up
procedure (see “In an emergency”)
and call your Fiat Dealership.
When the vehicle is travelling and the
key is at MAR:
1)If the Ywarning light comes on
while the vehicle is moving, this means
that the system is running a self-test
(e.g. due to a voltage drop).
2)If the Ywarning light flashes, the
vehicle is not protected by the engine
immobiliser. Contact a Fiat Dealer-
shipimmediately and get them to
store the codes of all the keys in the
memory.
IMPORTANTThe electronic com-
ponents inside the key may be dam-
aged if the key is subjected to sharp
knocks.
IMPORTANTEach key provided
with the vehicle has its own code, dif-
ferent from all the others, which must
be stored in the memory of the sys-
tem control unit.

11GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL
REMOTE CONTROLS
The receiver will acknowledge up to
eight remote controls.
If additional remote control are re-
quired or any reasons, go to a Fiat
Dealership, taking all the keys you
own and the CODE card with you.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
If when button (Cor D-fig. 6) is
pressed, the key led B-fig. 6flashes
once only, change the battery with a
new one.
To replace the battery:
– press button A-fig. 7and move
the metal insert Bto the open posi-
tion;
– using a finely-tipped screwdriver,
turn the opening device Cto
:: and
pull out the battery holder D;
ELECTRONIC ALARM
The electronic alarm can be re-
quested only for versions with fixed
panel and has the following functions:
– remote controlled locking and un-
locking of doors;
– perimetral surveillance, detecting
the opening of doors, bonnet, side
door and rear door;
– volumetric surveillance, detecting
intrusions in the cabin only; load com-
partment does not undergo volumet-
ric surveillance. Used batteries pollute
the environment. Dispose
of them in the special
containers as specified by current
legislation or take them to your
nearest Fiat Dealership, which
will deal with their disposal.
fig. 7
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fig. 8
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– replace the battery Emaking sure
that the bias is correct;
– re-insert the battery holder in the
key and lock it, turning the device C
to
;.

13GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
SYSTEM SELF-TEST
If the beep is followed after one sec-
ond by another beep when the elec-
tronic alarm is switched on, check
whether the doors, the bonnet and
the load compartment are perfectly
closed. Try to switch the alarm on
again. If the situation persists, contact
a Fiat Dealership.WHAT SETS
THE ALARM OFF
The electronic alarm will be set off if:
1) a door, the bonnet or the load
compartment is opened;
2) the battery is disconnected or the
electronic alarm power supply cables
are cut;
3) something moves in the passen-
ger compartment (volumetric surveil-
lance);
4) the key is turned to MAR.
When the alarm is triggered, a siren
will sound for about 26 seconds (for a
maximum of 3 cycles with 5 second
pauses, if the cause of the alarm per-
sists) and the direction indicators will
flash for about 5 minutes (only in the
countries where this is allowed).
Once the alarm situation has been
resolved, the alarm will return to its
normal surveillance function. PROGRAMMING
THE SYSTEM
The electronic alarm will have been
programmed by Fiat Dealership.
Any subsequent programming should
also be carried out by a Fiat Deal-
ership.
If additional remote control is re-
quired for any reasons, go to a Fiat
Dealership, taking all the keys you
own and the CODE card with you.
IMPORTANTThe electronic
alarm operation is prepared according
to the laws of the specific country.
This operation is only to be carried
out by a Fiat Dealershipto avoid
damaging the electronic memory stor-
age system.

14GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Do not leave the key inserted in the
switch. Cover the keyhole with the
rubber cap to prevent dust and wa-
ter getting in.
Emergency keys should be left in the
car coupled with the switch.
HOW TO KNOW IF THE
ALARM HAS GONE OFF
After deactivating the system, led A-
fig. 9will indicate the theft attempt
specifying also the cause of the alarm:
fixed light:remote control bat-
tery down
1 blink:right-hand door
2 blinks:left-hand door
5 blinks:volumetric sensors
(indicate a movement
inside the passenger’s
compartment)
6 blinks:bonnet To cut off the alarm before this,
press the remote control button; if
this is unsuccessful, turn the emer-
gency key to OFF(see next paragraph
“How to turn the alarm off”)
HOW TO TURN
THE ALARM OFF
If the remote control batteries run
down, or the car alarm system is
faulty, the electronic alarm can be cut
out by using one of the two emer-
gency keys supplied set on the system
deactivation control unit (that is
housed in the fuse box on the right
side of the dashboard).
To do this, open the fuse box, take
off the switch rubber cap, insert the
key and turn it counterclockwise
(OFFposition); the system is now de-
activated.
To turn the system back on, turn the
key clockwise (ONposition).7 blinks:load
compartment
8 blinks:tampering with
ignition switch
9 blinks:alarm wires cut
10 blinks:at least three causes
of alarm.
The led goes off when turning the
key to MAR or after about 2 minutes
blinking.
Since the electronic car
alarm absorbs electricity,
if you will not be using
your car for more than a month,
switch the system off with the re-
mote control and turn the emer-
gency key to OFF.

19GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
IMPORTANTThe pretensioner
will give maximum protection when
the seat belt adheres snugly to the
wearer’s chest and hips.
A small amount of smoke may be
produced when the pretensioners are
fired. This smoke is harmless and does
not indicate the principle of a fire.
The pretensioner does not require
any maintenance or lubrication. Any
modification of its original state inval-
idates its efficiency. If, as the result of
exceptional natural occurrences
(floods, sea storms, etc.) the device is
soaked through with water and mud,
it must be replaced.Operations involving
banging, vibrations or
heating (exceeding 100°C
for a maximum of 6 hours) in the
area around the pretensioner
may trigger or damage the de-
vice. Vibrations from rough road
surfaces or accidental jolting
caused by mounting pavements,
etc. do not have any effect on the
pretensioner. If, however, you
need any assistance, go to a Fiat
Dealership.
fig. 17
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The pretensioner can only
be used once. After a colli-
sion that has triggered it, have it re-
placed at a Fiat Dealership. Pre-
tensioner validity is written on the
plate set on the front left door post
near the hinges (fig. 17). Have pre-
tensioners replaced at a Fiat Deal-
ership as this date approaches.
WARNING

39GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
AIRBAG FAILURE
(red) (where provided)
The warning light comes on when
there is a failure in the system.
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HANDBRAKE
ENGAGED/LOW
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
(red)
In three cases:
1- when engaging the handbrake
2- when the brake fluid level drops
under the minimum level
3- with the
>warning light to in-
dicate an EBD(electronic brakeforce
distributor) failure.SEAT BELTS (red)
(for countries/markets
where applicable)
When the driver’s seat belt is not fas-
tened properly.
DOORS OPEN (red)
When cab door/doors
is/are not perfectly closed.
The warning light is provided only on
certain versions.
FRONT BRAKES
WORN (red)
When the front brake pads
are worn. Have them replaced and
check the rear brake pads too.
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If the ¬warning light does
not turn on when turning
the ignition key to MAR or if it stays
on when travelling, this could indi-
cate a failure in safety retaining sys-
tems; under this condition air bags
or pretensioners could not trigger
in the event of collision or, in a re-
stricted number of cases, they could
trigger accidentally. Stop the car
and contact Fiat Dealership to have
the system checked immediately.
WARNING
If xwarning light comes
on when travelling, check
whether the handbrake is on. If the
warning light stays on and the
handbrake is off, stop immediate-
ly and contact a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING