2007 Abarth Grande Punto turn signal

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THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
To further protect you car from theft, it
has been fitted with an engine immobilis-
ing system. This system is automatically ac-
tivated when the ignition key is removed.
An electronic device, in fact, is fitted in
each ignition key grip. The device trans-
mits a radio-frequency signal when the en-
gine is started through a special aerial built
into the ignition switch. The modulate sig-
nal, 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.
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached
near or actually on some of the compo-
nents of your Grande Punto Abarth.
These labels bear symbols that remind you
of the precautions to be taken as regards
that particular component.
fig. 3F0M070Ab
The plate summarising the symbols used
can be found under the bonnet fig. 3.OPERATION
Each time the car is started turning the ig-
nition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE sys-
tem control unit sends a recognition code
to the engine control unit to deactivate
the inhibitor.
The code is sent only if the Fiat CODE
system control unit has recognised the
code transmitted from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to
STOP, the Fiat CODE system deactivates
the functions of the engine electronic con-
trol unit.
If, at start, the code is not correctly rec-
ognized, the
Ysign will be displayed (see
section “Warning Lights and Messages”).If the code has not been recognised cor-
rectly, the warning light
Yturns on (see
section “Warning lights and messages”).
In this case, the key should be moved to
the STOPposition and then back to
MAR; if the lock continues, possibly try
again with the other key provided with the
car. If it is still not possible to start the car,
contact Abarth Dealership.
IMPORTANT Every key has its own code,
which must be memorised by the system
control unit. To memorise new keys, up
to a maximum of eight, apply to Abarth
Dealership.
Warning light
Ycoming on when driving
❒If the Ysign is displayed, it means that
the system is automatically carrying out
the diagnosis cycle owing, for example,
to voltage drop).
❒If the Ysign continues to be dis-
played, call the Abarth Service Network
and ask for assistance.
The electronic components
inside the key may be dam-
aged if the key is submitted to
sharp knocks.

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RAIN SENSOR (for versions/
markets, where provided)
The rain sensor is located behind the dri-
ving mirror in contact with the windscreen
and has the purpose of automatically ad-
just, during the intermittent operation, the
frequency of the windscreen wiper
strokes as to the rain intensity.
IMPORTANT Keep clean the glass in the
sensor area.
Activation
Move the right-hand stalk knurled ring to
≤fig. 37.
The activation of the rain sensor is sig-
nalled by a control acquisition “stroke”.
Through the set up menu it is possible to
increase the sensitivity of the rain sensor.
The increase of the sensitivity of the rain
sensor is signalled by a control and acqui-
sition “stroke”.
Operating the windscreen washer with
the rain sensor activated the normal wash-
ing cycle is performed at the end of which
the rain sensor resumes its normal auto-
matic function.Deactivation
Change the stalk knurled ring position
from
≤fig. 37or turn the ignition key
to STOP.
At next engine starting (key at MAR), the
sensor will not be reactivated even if the
knurled ring is still at
≤fig. 37. To ac-
tivate the rain sensor you have to move
the knurled ring from
≤to another po-
sition and then again to
≤.
Rain sensor activation will be indicated by
at least one wiper “stroke” even if the
windscreen is dry.
The rain sensor is able to recognize and
automatically adjust itself in the presence
of the following particular conditions:
❒ impurities on the controlled surface
(salt, dirt, etc.);
❒difference between day and night.
IMPORTANT Streaks of water may cause
unrequired blade moving. “Smart washing” function
Pulling the stalk towards the steering wheel
(unstable position) operates the wind-
screen washer.
Keeping the stalk pulled for more than half
a second, with just one movement it is
possible to operate the washer jet and the
wiper at the same time.
The wiper stops working three strokes af-
ter releasing the stalk.
A further stroke after 6 seconds com-
pletes the wiping operation.

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WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
GENERAL WARNINGS
Turning on of warning light is accompa-
nied by specific message and/or by buzzer
sound where provided by instrument pan-
el. These indications are concise and
cautionaryand shall not be considered
as exhaustive and/or as an alternative to
the specifications contained in this Own-
er Handbook which shall always be read
through carefully and thoroughly. In case
of failure indication always refer to the
specifications contained in this sec-
tion.
IMPORTANT Failure indications displayed
are divided into two categories: very se-
riousand less seriousfailures.
Very seriousfailures are indicated by a
repeated and prolonged warning “cycle”.
Less seriousfailures are indicated by a lim-
ited warning “cycle”.
The warning cycle of both failure cate-
gories can be stopped by pressing button
MENU ESC. The instrument panel warn-
ing light will stay on until eliminating the
fault.LOW BRAKE FLUID
(red)
HANDBRAKE ON (red)
Turning the ignition key in the MARpo-
sition the warning light turns on, it has
to turn off after a few seconds.
Insufficient brake fluid
The warning light turns on when the lev-
el of the brake fluid in the reservoir drops
under the minimum level, due to a prob-
able loss of fluid from the circuit.
The display visualizes the specific message.
x
If the warning light xturns
on (together with the mes-
sage on the display) while driving,
stop immediately and refer to the
Abarth technical assistance network.
WARNING
Hand brake engaged
The light turns on when the hand brake
is engaged.
If the car is in motion, on some versions
there also is an associated acoustic warn-
ing signal.
IMPORTANT If the light turns on while
the car is in motion, check that the hand
brake is not engaged.

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AIR BAG FAILURE (red)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning
light turns on, it has to turn off
after a few seconds.
If the warning light does not turn off this
indicates a failure in the air bag system.
The display visualizes the specific message.
¬
If the ¬warning light does
not turn on while turning the
ignition key in the MAR position or
if it stays lighted while the car is in
motion there may be a failure in the
restraint systems; in this case the air
bags or the pretensioners may be de-
activated in the event of a collision
or, in a limited number of cases, ac-
tivate incorrectly. Before going on re-
fer to the Abarth Dealership in order
to have the system immediately in-
spected.
WARNING
The ¬warning light failure
(light off ) is signalled by the
flashing for over the normal 4 seconds
of the light “that signals that the
passenger-side air bag is deactivated.
WARNING
ENGINE COOLANT
HIGH TEMPERATURE
(red)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the engine is
overheated.
If the light turns on the following steps
must be followed:
❒if in normal driving conditions:
stop the vehicle, turn off the engine
and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not under the MINmark.
In this case wait a few minutes in or-
der to let the engine cool down, then
open slowly and very carefully the tap,
fill up with the coolant, making sure
that the coolant level is between the
MINand MAXmarks on the reser-
voir. Besides visually check the pres-
ence of possible leaks of coolant. If the
light turns on again after starting up
the engine refer to the Abarth Deal-
ership.
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❒in case of demanding use of the
vehicle(for example during uphill
hauling of trailers or when the vehi-
cle is fully loaded): slow down and, if
the light stays on, halt the car. Stop for
2 or 3 minutes keeping the engine on
and slightly revved up in order to
favour the active circulation of the
coolant, after that turn off the engine.
Check the level of the coolant in the
reservoir as previously described.
IMPORTANT In case of very exacting
routes it is advisable before turning off the
engine to keep it on and slightly revved up
for a few minutes.
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LOW ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE (red)
Turning the ignition key in the
MAR position the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off as soon as the engine is
started.
The display visualizes the specific message.
v
If the warning light vturns on (together with the
message on the display) while driving,
stop immediately and refer to the
Abarth Dealership.
WARNING
EBD SYSTEM
FAILURE (red)
(amber)
The simultaneous lighting of the
xand>lights when the car is moving indicates
a problem with the EBD system or that
the system itself is not available; in this
case under heavy braking you may have a
premature rear wheel lock-up with the
possibility of skidding. Driving very care-
fully immediately reach the closest Abarth
Dealership in order to have the system in-
spected.
The display visualizes the specific message.
x>
SEAT BELTS NOT
FASTENED (red)
The light on the dashboard turns
on and stays fixed when the vehicle is not
in motion and the driver-side seat belt is
not correctly fastened. The light will flash
together with an acoustic warning signal
(buzzer), when the car is in motion and the
front seat belts are not correctly fastened.
The buzzer of the S.B.R. system (Seat Belt
Reminder) can be deactivated by the
Abarth Dealership.
It is possible to reactivate the system by
means of the set up menu.
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FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the amount of the
fuel remaining in the tank is about 7 litres.
IMPORTANT if the warning light flashes
there probably is a failure in the system. In
this case refer to the Abarth Dealership in
order to have the system immediately in-
spected. ABS SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the system is in-
effective or unavailable. In this case the
braking system maintains unchanged its ef-
fectiveness, but without the potential of-
fered by the ABS system. Drive very care-
fully and as soon as possible refer to the
Abarth Dealership.
The display visualizes the specific message.
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FRONT PASSENGER
AIR BAG
DEACTIVATED (amber)
The “warning light turns on when the
front passenger side air bag is deactivat-
ed.
When the front passenger-side air bag is
activated, turning the ignition key in the
MARposition, the “light illuminates for
about 4 seconds, it flashes for the follow-
ing 4 seconds after which it has to turn off.
The “light also indicates
possible failures of the
¬light. This condition is reported by the
flashing of the “light for over the
normal 4 seconds. In this case the ¬
light may not signal possible failures
in the restraint systems. Before go-
ing on refer to the Abarth Dealership
in order to have the system immedi-
ately inspected.
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SIDE LIGHTS AND
LOW BEAMS (green)
FOLLOW ME HOME
(green)
Side lights and low beam
headlights.
The indicator turns on when activating the
side lights and the low beam headlights.
Follow me home
This indicator turns on when this device
is used (see “Follow me home” in the “In-
strument panel and controls” chapter).
The display visualizes the specific message.
3
LEFT-HAND
DIRECTION INDICATOR
(green - flashing)
The indicator turns on when the direc-
tional indicator lever is moved downwards
or it turns on, together with the right di-
rectional signal, when the hazard flash-
ers button is pressed.
F
RIGHT-HAND
DIRECTION INDICATOR
(green - flashing)
The indicator turns on when the direc-
tional indicator lever is moved upwards or
it turns on, together with the left direc-
tional signal, when the hazard flashers but-
ton is pressed.
D
ACTIVATION OF THE
SPORT BOOST
FUNCTION (green)
The sign SPORT turns on when the
“SPORT BOOST” function is activated by
pressing the relevant push button. With a
second push on the button the SPORT sign
turns off.
SPORT
MAIN BEAM
HEADLIGHTS (blue)
The indicator turns on when
activating the high beam headlights.
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FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(green)
The indicator illuminates when
the front fog lights are turned on.
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POSSIBILITY OF ICE
ON THE ROAD
When the outside temperature reaches
or goes under 3°C the outside tempera-
ture indicator flashes to signal the possi-
bility of ice on the road.
The display visualizes the specific message.
LIMITED FUEL DISTANCE
The display shows this message in order
to inform the user that the amount of fu-
el left in the tank will last for less than
50km.SET SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
The display shows the specific message
when the vehicle exceeds the set speed
limit ( see “Multifunctional resettable dis-
play” in the “Instrument panel and con-
trols” chapter). ASR SYSTEM
The ASR system can be disconnected by
the pressure of the ASR OFFbutton.
The display shows this specific message to
inform the driver of the system discon-
nection; simultaneously the led on the
push button lights up.
If you push the ASR OFFbutton again
the led turns off and the display shows a
specific message in order to inform the
driver that the system has been reinstat-
ed.