2007 FIAT IDEA ignition

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ENGINE STARTING
EMERGENCY START-UP
If the Fiat CODE cannot deactivate the engine
immobilising system, the
Yand Uwarning lights
stay on and the engine will not start.
To start the engine the emergency start-up can be
performed.
Read the whole procedure carefully before trying to
carry it out. If you make a mistake, you must turn the
ignition key back to STOP and repeat the whole
operation from beginning.
Proceed as follows:
❒Read the 5-figure electronic code given on the
CODE card;
❒Turn the ignition key to MAR;
❒Press and hold down the accelerator pedal. The
instrument panel warning light
Uwill come on for
about 8 seconds and then go out;
❒Release the accelerator pedal and get ready to
count the flashes of the
Uwarning light;
❒Count the number of flashes that corresponds to
the first figure of the code on the CODE card, then
press the accelerator pedal and keep it there until
the
Uwarning light comes on for four seconds
and then goes out; release the accelerator pedal;
❒The Uwarning light will start flashing again: after it
has flashed the number of times that corresponds
to the second figure on the CODE card, press the
accelerator pedal to the floor and keep it there;
❒Do the same for the remaining figures on the
CODE card;
❒Once the final figure has been entered, keep the
accelerator pedal pressed. The
Uwarning light
will light up for four seconds and then go out;
release the accelerator pedal;
❒Rapid flashing of the warning light U(for about 4
seconds) confirms the operation has been carried
out successfully;
❒Start the engine by turning the ignition key from
MAR to AVV.
If however the warning light
Ustays on, turn the
ignition key to STOP and repeat the procedure from
step one
IMPORTANT After an emergency start-up, you should
contact a Fiat Dealership otherwise you will have to
repeat the procedure described each time you want to
start the engine.

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JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, it is possible to start the engine using an auxiliary
battery with the same capacity or a little higher than the flat one.
Proceed as follows:
❒Connect positive terminals (+) of the two batteries with a jump lead;
❒With a second lead, connect the negative terminal (–) of the auxiliary
battery and to an earthing point Eon the engine or the gearbox of
the car to be started;
❒Start the engine;
❒When the engine has been started, remove the leads reversing the
order above.
If after a few attempts the engine does not start, do not insist but contact
the nearest Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the two negative terminals: sparks
could ignite the flammable gas from the battery. If the other battery is
fitted in a vehicle, prevent accidental contacts between the metal parts of
the two vehicles.
Under no circumstances should a battery charger be used to start the engine: it could damage the
electronic systems and in particular the ignition and injection control units.
WARNINGDo not carry out this procedure if you lack experience; if it is not done correctly it
can cause very intense electrical discharges. In addition, the fluid contained in the
battery is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. You are also
advised not to put naked flames or lighted cigarettes near the battery and not to
cause sparks.

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IF A FUSE BLOWS
GENERAL
The fuse is a protective device for the electric system: it comes into
action (i.e. it cuts off) mainly due to a fault or improper action on the
system.
If an electric device is not working, check the efficiency of its fuse. The
conductor element (A) must be intact; if not, replace the fuse with one of
the same amp rating (same colour).
(B): Undamaged fuse
(C): Fuse with broken filament.
Remove the blown fuse using the pincer (D) provided in the control box
on the dashboard.
Never replace a broken fuse with anything other than a new fuse.
WARNING
WARNINGIf a general fuse (MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) cuts in, do not attempt
any repair and contact Fiat Dealership. Before changing a fuse, check the ignition
key has been removed and that all the other electric devices have been turned
off/disabled.
If the fuse blows again, have the car inspected at Fiat Dealership.
WARNINGNever change a fuse with another with a higher amp rating, DANGER OF FIRE.

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Fuse box in engine compartment
USERFUSE AMPERE
Dashboard control unit 1F1 70
Power steering control unitF2 70
Ignition switchF3 20
Dashboard control unit 2F4 50
ABS / ESP control unitF5 60
Radiator electric fan (low speed) (all versions)F6 30
Radiator electric fan (high speed) (all versions excluded 1.2 16V, 1.4 16V heated) F7 40
Climate control electric fanF8 30
Headlight washerF9 20
HornF10 15
Electronic injection secondary servicesF11 15
Right main beam headlightF14 10
Left main beam headlightF15 10
+15 Electronic injection system / Dualogic gearbox (*)F16 7,5
Electronic injection primary servicesF17 10
+30 Engine control unit / Radiator electric fan remote control switch (1.9 Multijet) (*) F18 7.5
CompressorF19 7.5
Heated diesel oil filter (Multijet)F20 30
Fuel pumpF21 15
Electronic injection primary services (1.2 16V, 1.4 16V)F22 15
Electronic injection primary services (Multijet)F22 20
+30 Dualogic gearbox (*)F23 15
+15 Electric power steering (*)F24 7,5
Front fog lightsF30 15
(*) +30 = battery directive positive terminal (not under key)
+15 = positive terminal under key

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WARNING
WARNING
Do not start the engine when towing the car.
WARNINGWhile the car is being towed with the
engine off, remember that the brake
pedal and steering will require more
effort as you no longer have the benefit
of the brake booster and the electrical
power steering. Do not use flexible cables
to tow. Avoid jerking. Whilst towing,
ensure that the coupling to the car does
not damage the surrounding components.
When towing the car, you must comply
with the specific traffic regulations
regarding the tow hitch and how to tow
on the road. TOW RING HOOKING
Proceed as follows:
❒take the tow ring (B) from its support;
❒tighten the ring on the rear or front threaded pin.
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Before starting to tow, turn the ignition
key to MAR and then to STOP. Do not
remove the key. If the key is removed, the
steering lock engages automatically which
prevents the wheels being turned.

IMPORTANT - Battery
The charge in the battery should be checked at the
start of winter to limit the risk of electrolyte freezing.This check should be carried out more frequently if
the car is used mainly for short trips, or if it is fitted
with accessories that permanently absorb electricity
even with the ignition key removed, especially in the
case of after market accessories. If the car is used in
hot climates or particularly harsh conditions it is wise
to check the level of the battery fluid (electrolyte)
more frequently than specified in the “Service
schedule” in this section.
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Car maintenance should be entrusted to Fiat Dealership. For routine and minor maintenance
operations you wish to carry out yourself, always make sure you have the proper equipment,
genuine Fiat spare parts and the necessary fluids; do not however carry out these operations if you
have no experience.

In fact, since these devices continue absorbing energy
even when the ignition key is off, they gradually run
down the battery.The total intake of these systems (factory and after-
market) must be less than 0.6 mA x Ah (of the
battery) as shown in the following table:
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Battery Maximum admitted stand-by intake
40 Ah 24 mA
44 Ah 27 mA
50 Ah 30 mA

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Engine compartment
At the end of the winter the engine compartment
should be carefully washed, without directing the jet
against electronic control units. Contact a specialised
workshop to have this done.
IMPORTANT Washing should be carried out with the
engine cold and the ignition key at STOP. After
washing make sure that the various protections (e.g.:
rubber caps and various covers) have not been
damaged or removed.INTERIORS
Periodically check that water is not trapped under the
mats (due to water dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.)
which could cause oxidisation of the sheet metal.
CLEANING SEATS AND FABRIC AND
VELVET PARTS
Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove dust.
Velvet is cleaned better if the brush is moistened.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened with a solution
of water and neutral detergent.
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS
Remove dried on dirt with lightly moistened chamois
leather or cloth without pressing too hard.
Remove liquid or grease stains with a dry absorbent
cloth without rubbing. Then wipe with a soft cloth or
chamois leather with water and neutral soap.
If the stain persists, use specific products, carefully
following the instructions for use.
IMPORTANT Never use spirit or alcohol-based
products.
WARNINGNever use flammable
products like oil ether or
rectified petrol for
cleaning car interiors.
Electrostatic discharges
generated by rubbing
during cleaning
operations could cause
fire.