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YOUR
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STARTING
AND
DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING
AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEXTHE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
This is an electrical engine immobiliser system which in-
creases protection against attempted theft of the vehicle.
It is automatically activated when the ignition key is ex-
tracted.
Each key contains an electronic device which modulates
the signal emitted during starting by an antenna built into
the starting device. This signal is the ‘password’ which
changes at each starting and which the control unit uses
to recognise the key and enable starting.
OPERATION
Each time the vehicle is started by turning the ignition key
to MAR, the Fiat CODE system control unit sends a recog-
nition code to the engine management control unit to de-
activate the immobiliser.
The code is only sent if the Fiat CODE system control
unit has recognised the code transmitted by the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the Fiat
CODE system deactivates the functions of the engine man-
agement control unit.
If, during starting, the code is not correctly recognised,
warning light
Ylights up in the instrument panel.
In this case, turn the key to STOP and then to MAR; if it
is still locked, try again with the other keys that come with
the vehicle. Contact a Fiat Service Network if you still
cannot start the engine.
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached near or on
some of the components of your vehicle. These labels bear
symbols that draw your attention to the precautions re-
quired when handling the component in question.
A plate summarising these symbols can be found under
the engine bonnet.
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LIGHTS AND
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IN AN
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MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
STARTING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL
VERSIONS
Proceed as follows:
❒ensure that the handbrake is on;
❒put the gear lever into neutral;
❒fully depress the clutch pedal without touching the ac-
celerator;
❒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 the procedure.
If, when the ignition key is at MAR, the instrument panel
warning light
Yremains on together with warning light
U, turn the key to STOP and then back to MAR; if the
warning light remains on, try the other keys provided with
the vehicle. If you still cannot start the engine, perform
an emergency start (see “Emergency starting” in the “In
an emergency” section) and go to a Fiat Dealership.
STARTING THE ENGINE
The vehicle is fitted with an immobiliser: if the engine fails
to start, see the paragraph on “The Fiat CODE system”
in the “Dashboard and controls” section.
The engine may be noisier during the first few seconds of
operation, particularly after a long period of inactivity. This
is due to the hydraulic tappets, the timing system chosen
for petrol engine versions to reduce the number of ser-
vicing interventions, and affects neither functionality nor
reliability.
STARTING AND DRIVING
It is advisable not to demand maximum
performance from your vehicle (e.g. exces-
sive acceleration, long distances at high
speeds, excessive intense braking, etc.) during the
initial period of use.
To avoid draining the battery, do not leave
the ignition key in the MAR position when
the engine is off.
It is dangerous to run the engine in closed
environments. The engine takes in oxygen
and discharges carbon dioxide, carbon monox-
ide and other toxic gases.
WARNING
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
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IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING
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MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
– remote locking/
unlocking ............................. 6
DPF (particulate filter)........ 114
Electrical/electronic
devices ................................ 110
Emergency starting ............. 155
– bump starting ................. 156
– jump starting .................. 155
End of vehicle life ............... 255
Engine codes ........................ 221
Engine compartment
– checking fluid levels ...... 199
– opening/closing
the bonnet.......................... 91
– washing ............................ 216
Engine coolant
temperature gauge ............. 13
– type of coolant ............... 248
Engine coolant
– checking levels
and topping up ............... 202– specifications................... 248
– temperature gauge
and warning light ............. 13
Engine immobiliser
(Fiat CODE) ........................... 5
Engine marking .................... 220
Engine oil consumption ...... 201
Engine oil
– checking levels
and topping up................ 201
– consumption .................... 201
– specifications................... 247
Engine
– engine immobiliser
(Fiat CODE) ....................... 5
– identification code ......... 221
– marking ............................. 220
– technical
specifications .................. 223
Environment
– features for reducing
emissions ................113-114Environmental protection
...................................113-114
– particulate filter
(DPF) ................................ 114
EOBD (system) ................... 102
ESP (system) .......................... 98
Extending the boot ............... 89
External lights
(switching on) ................ 59-60
Fiat CODE system ................. 4
Fiat CODE ................................ 5
Fix&Go (quick tyre
repair kit) ........................... 163
Flashing (main beams)........... 60
Fluids and lubricants
(specifications) ..........247-248
Fog lights
– bulb replacement ........... 174
– switching on....................... 70
Follow Me Home
(headlight device)................ 60
