2007 FIAT IDEA stop start

SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached near or actually on some of
the components of your Fiat Idea. These labels bear symbols that remind
you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component.
The plate summarising the symbols used can be found under the bonnet.
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
To further protect you car from theft, it has been fitted with an engine
immobilising system. This system is automatically activated when the
ignition key is removed.
An electronic device, in fact, is fitted in each ignition key grip. The device
transmits a radio-frequency 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.
OPERATION
Each time the car is started turning the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat
CODE system 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 the STOP position, the Fiat CODE
system deactivates the functions of the engine electronic control unit.
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At starting, if the code has not been recognised
correctly, the warning light
Ywill come on.
In this case, the key should be moved to the STOP
position 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, follow the
instructions given in chapter “In an emergency” and
then contact a 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 Dealership.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). At the first stop, turn the ignition
key to STOP and then to MAR again: if no failure is
detected warning light
Ywill not come on.
❒If the warning light
Ystays on, repeat the
procedure described previously leaving the key at
STOP for over 30 seconds. Should the
inconvenience persists, contact a Fiat Dealership.
❒If the warning light
Ystays on this means that the
code has not been recognised. In this case, the key
should be moved to the STOP position 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, follow the
instruction given in chapter “In an emergency”) and
then contact a Fiat Dealership.
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The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if the key is submitted to sharp knocks.

IGNITION SWITCH
The key can be turned to 3 different positions:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked.
Certain electrical devices (e.g.: sound system, power windows…) can
work.
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical devices are powered.
❒AVV: engine starting (unstable position).
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety mechanism that, in the event the
engine is not started, turns back the ignition key to STOP before
repeating the starting operation.
STEERING COLUMN LOCK
Engaging
When the key is to STOP remove the key and turn the steering wheel
until it locks.
Disengaging
Rock the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.
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Never remove the ignition key while the car is moving. The steering wheel would
automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it. This also applies when the car is
being towed.WARNING
WARNINGWhen getting out of the car, always remove the key to prevent any occupants from
accidentally activating the controls. Remember to engage the handbrake. If the car is
parked on uphill slope to engage the first gear. If the car is facing downhill, engage
the reverse gear. Never leave unsupervised children in the car.
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If the ignition device is tampered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked over
by a Fiat Dealership.WARNING

Button for demisting/defrosting
the heated rear window and door
mirrors (G)
Press this button to switch on the
heated rear window
demisting/defrosting function. The led on the button
will come on.
This function will be automatically switched off after
the preset time, or pressing the button again or when
stopping the engine. It will not start up automatically
when the engine is started again.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of
the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid
damage that might cause it to stop working properly.❒climate control system compressor off;
❒fan off.
The heated rear window can be switched on and off
normally when the system is off by pressing button
(G).
IMPORTANT The climate control system electronic
unit stores the system settings made before the
system was switched off and restores them as soon as
a button is pressed (with the exception of the heated
rear window button). The function which the button
corresponds to will be switched on, if it was off when
the system was switched off. It will be kept if, on the
other hand, it was on when the system was switched
off.
Press the AUTO button to switch the climate control
system back on.
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OFF button (E) (system off)
To switch the climate control system
off, press button (E), also the display
will go off.
The climate control system conditions
when the system is off are the following:
❒Every led off;
❒set temperatures not displayed;
❒air recirculation on, thus isolating the passenger
compartment;

Turning the knurled ring (F) 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 acquisition “stroke”.
Operating the windscreen washer with the rain sensor activated will start
the smart washing function (without the additional cleaning stroke after
five seconds), at the end of which the rain sensor resumes its normal
automatic function.
Deactivation
Remove the stalk from position (B) or turn the ignition key to STOP.
At the following starting operation (key at MAR), the sensor will not be
reactivated even if the stalk is still at (B). To activate the rain sensor,
move the stalk to (A) or (C) and then again to (B) or turn the sensitivity
adjustment knurled ring.
Rain sensor activation is indicated by a wiper “stroke”.
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.
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Water streaks could cause non-required wiping.WARNING

INERTIAL FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
It is located next to the passenger’s door pillar, at the bottom (move the
covering aside to reach it) and it comes into operation in the case of a
crash by cutting off fuel and switching off the engine.
When the fuel cut-off switch is on, warning light è(if any) comes on
together with the message on the multifunction reconfigurable display.
Carefully inspect the car to find fuel leaks, e.g. in the engine
compartment, under the car or near the tank.
If no fuel leaks are found and the car can be started again, press button
(A) to reset the fuel system and the lights.
After a crash, remember to turn the ignition key to STOP to prevent
battery run-down.
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WARNINGIf, after an accident, you can smell petrol or see that the fuel feed system is leaking,
to avoid the risk of fire, do not reset the switch.
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ENGINE STARTING
The car is fitted with an electronic engine lock device.
If the engine fails to start, see paragraph “Fiat CODE
system” in section “Dashboard and controls”.
The engine may be noisier than usual during the first
seconds of operation, especially after it has not been
used for a while. This characteristic feature of the
hydraulic tappet system does not compromise
functionality or reliability. The system devised for the
Fiat Idea was designed to limit maintenance
interventions.STARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒Ensure that the handbrake is up;
❒Put the gear lever into neutral;
❒Press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;
❒Turn the ignition key to AVV and let it go the
moment the engine starts.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt, return
the ignition key to STOP before repeating starting.
If, when the ignition key is on MAR, warning light
Y
remains lit together with warning light U, turn the
key to STOP and then back to MAR; if the warning
light remains on, try with the other keys provided with
the car.
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We recommend that during the initial period you do not drive to full vehicle performance (e.g.:
excessive acceleration, long journeys at top speed, sharp braking, etc.).
When the engine is switched off never leave the ignition key in the MAR position to prevent
pointless current absorption from draining the battery.
WARNINGRunning the engine in confined areas is extremely dangerous. The engine consumes
oxygen and produces carbon monoxide which is a highly toxic and lethal gas.

If you are still unable to start the engine, perform the
emergency start-up procedure (see “Emergency start-
up” in section “In an emergency”) and contact Fiat
Dealership.
IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key at MAR
when the engine is off.
STARTING PROCEDURE FOR MULTIJET
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒Ensure that the handbrake is up;
❒Put the gear lever into neutral;
❒Turn the ignition key to MAR: the warning lights
m, Uand Ywill light up on the instrument
panel;
❒Wait for the warning lights
Yand m. The
hotter the engine is, the quicker this will happen;
❒Press the clutch pedal down to the floor without
touching the accelerator;❒Turn the ignition key to AVV as soon as warning
light
mgoes out. If you wait too long you will
lose the benefit of the work done by the glow
plugs. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT With cold engine, the accelerator pedal
shall be completely released while turning the ignition
key to AVV.
If the engine does not start at the first attempt, return
the ignition key to STOP before repeating starting.
If, when the ignition key is on MAR, warning light Y
remains lit, turn the key to STOP and then back to
MAR; if the warning light remains on, try with the
other keys provided with the car.
If you still cannot start the engine, contact Fiat
Dealership.
IMPORTANT Never leave the ignition key at MAR
when the engine is off.
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The warning light mwill flash for 60 seconds at start-up or during prolonged cranking to signal a
fault in the glow plug heating system. You can use the car as usual if the engine starts but you should
contact a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.