DASHBOARD
Left hand drive version
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the versions.
1. Side adjustable air vents - 2.Side fixed air vents - 3.Left steering column stalk: external lights - 4.Instrument panel - 5.Right
steering column stalk: windscreen,rear window wiper and trip computer controls - 6.Dashboard controls - 7.Central adjustable air
vents - 8.Upper fixed air vent - 9.Front passenger’s air bag - 10.Glovebox - 11.Sound system (where provided) - 12.Heating/ven-
tilation/climate controls - 13.Ignition switch - 14.Driver’s air bag - 15.Steering wheel adjusting lever - 16.Control plate: front
fog lights/rear fog lights/headlight aiming device/digital display/multifunction display.
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F0M0350mfig. 1
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Right hand drive version
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the versions.
1. Side adjustable air vents - 2.Side fixed air vents - 3.Left steering column stalk: external lights - 4.Instrument panel - 5.Right
steering column stalk: windscreen,rear window wiper and trip computer controls - 6.Dashboard controls - 7.Central adjustable air
vents - 8.Upper fixed air vent - 9.Front passenger’s air bag - 10.Glovebox - 11.Sound system (where provided) - 12.Heating/ven-
tilation/climate controls - 13.Ignition switch - 14.Driver’s air bag - 15.Steering wheel adjusting lever - 16.Control plate: front
fog lights/rear fog lights/headlight aiming device/digital display/multifunction display.
F0M0380mfig. 1a
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Special coloured labels have been attached
near or actually on some of the compo-
nents of your Fiat Punto. These labels bear
symbols that remind you of the precau-
tions to be taken as regards that particu-
lar component.
The plate summarising the symbols used
can be found under the bonnet fig. 2.
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.
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 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 Fiat 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 Fiat Deal-
ership.
Warning light
Ycoming on when driving
❒If the warning light Yturns on, this
means that the system is running a self-
test (for example for a voltage drop).
❒If the warning light Ystays on, con-
tact a Fiat Dealership.
fig. 2F0M0005m
The electronic components
inside the key may be dam-
aged if the key is submitted to
sharp knocks.
SYMBOLS
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Assembly diagram fig. 3
The tow hook structure must be fastened
in the points shown by the symbol
Øus-
ing a total of 6 M10 screws.
The internal counterplates are to be at
least 6 mm thick.
The hook should be fastened to the body
avoiding any type of drilling and trimming
of the rear bumpers that remains visible
when the hook is removed.
IMPORTANT It is compulsory to fasten a
label (plainly visible) of suitable size and
material with the following wording:
MAX LOAD ON BALL 60 kg
After fitting, screw holes
shall be sealed to prevent ex-
haust gas inlet.
WARNING
fig. 3F0M0143m
Existing
hole
Existing
screw
Existing
screw
Existing
holeExisting
hole
Existing hole
Standard tow ball
Full load
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GENERIC FAILURE
INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in the follow-
ing circumstances.
Engine oil pressure
sensor failure
The warning light comes on when the en-
gine oil pressure sensor is faulty. Contact
Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.
External lights failure
See what described for warning light
6.
Inertial fuel cut-off switch
intervened
The warning light comes on when the in-
ertial fuel cut-off switch is triggered.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
è
EXTERNAL LIGHT
FAILURE (amber)
The warning light turns on
when one of the following lights
is failing:
– sidelights
– brake lights
– rear fog guards
– direction indicators
– number plate lights.
The failure referring to these lights could
be: one or more blown bulbs, a blown
protection fuse or an electric connection
cut-off.
On certain versions warning light èturns
on as an alternative.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
W
REAR FOG LIGHTS
(amber)
The warning light turns on
when the rear fog lights are turned on.
4
Rain sensor failure
The warning light on the dial turns on
when the rain sensor is faulty. Contact Fi-
at Dealership.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
Parking sensor failure
(where provided)
See what described for warning light
t.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
failure (where provided)
The warning light turns on when a failure
is detected in the T.P.M.S. system (where
provided).
Contact Fiat Dealership as soon as possi-
ble.
Should one or more wheels without sen-
sor be fitted, the instrument panel warn-
ing light will come on and stay on until
restoring initial conditions.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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Bulbs Ref. figure Type Power
Main-beam headlights
Dipped beam headlights
Front sidelights
Front fog lights (where provided)
Front direction indicators
Side direction indicators
Rear direction indicators
Taillights
Brake lights
Third brake light (additional brake light)
Reversing light
Rear fog lights
Number plate light
Front ceiling light with movable lens
Front ceiling light with spot lights
Rear ceiling light
Boot light
Courtesy lightH4
H4
W5W
H3
PY21W
WY5W
P21W
R5W
P21/5W
–
P21W
P21W
W5W
C10W
C10W
C10W
W5W
C5W D
D
A
–
B
A
B
B
B
B
–
–
A
C
C
C
A
C55W
60W
5W
55W
21W
5W
21W
5W
5W
2.3W
21W
21W
5W
10W
10W
10W
5W
5W
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THIRD BRAKE LIGHT fig. 26-27
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove the rubber caps A-fig. 26;
❒press the catches B-fig. 26and remove
the lens unit C-fig. 27;
❒disconnect the electric connector;
❒press the tabs D-fig. 27and remove
the bulb holder;
❒remove the snap-fitted bulb and replace
it.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHT fig. 28-29
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
❒work in the point shown by the arrow
and remove lens A-fig. 28;
❒change the bulb fig. 29releasing it from
the side contacts and making sure the
new bulb is correctly fastened between
the contacts;
❒refit the snap-fitted lens unit.
fig. 26F0M0210mfig. 27F0M0211mfig. 28F0M0212m
fig. 29F0M0233m
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❒ Spraying of plastic parts, with a pro-
tective function, in the more exposed
points: underdoor, inner fender parts,
edges, etc.;
❒ Use of “open” boxed sections to pre-
vent condensation and pockets of mois-
ture from triggering rust inside.
BODY AND UNDERBODY
WARRANTY
Your Fiat Punto is covered by warranty
against perforation due to rust of any orig-
inal element of the structure or body.
For the general terms of this warranty, re-
fer to Fiat Warranty Booklet.
ADVICE FOR PRESERVING
THE BODYWORK
Paint
Paintwork does not only serve an aesteth-
ic purpose, but also protects the under-
lying sheet metal.
In the case of deep scrapes or scores, you
are advised to have the necessary touching
up carried out immediately to avoid the for-
mation of rust. For touching up use only
original products (see “Bodywork paint
identification plate” in section “Technical
specifications”).
BODYWORK
PROTECTION FROM
ATMOSPHERIC AGENTS
The main causes of corrosion are the fol-
lowing:
❒ atmospheric pollution;
❒ salty air and humidity (coastal areas, or
hot humid climates);
❒seasonal environment conditions.
Not to be underestimated is also the abra-
sive action of wind-borne atmospheric
dust and sand and mud and gravel raised
by other cars.
On your car, Fiat implemented the best
manufacturing technologies to effectively
protect the bodywork against corrosion.
These include:
❒Painting products and systems which
give the car particular resistance to cor-
rosion and abrasion;
❒Use of galvanised (or pretreated) steel
sheets, with high resistance to corro-
sion;
❒ Spraying the underbody, engine com-
partment, wheelhouse internal parts
and other parts with highly protective
wax products; Rear window wiper fig. 18
Rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is on the rear window.
fig. 18F0M0164m
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