2010 Abarth Grande Punto Owner handbook (in English)

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CORRECT USE
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LIGHTS AND
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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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To extract the metal insert, press button
B.
To refit it proceed as follows:
❒keep button Bpressed and move the
metal insert A;
❒release button Band turn the metal in-
sert Auntil hearing the proper lock-
ing click.
THE KEYS
CODE CARD fig. 4
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The car is delivered with two copies of the
ignition key and with the CODE card
which bears the following:
Athe electronic code;
Bthe mechanical key code to be given
to the Abarth Dealership when or-
dering duplicate keys.
Make sure you have the electronic code
A-fig. 4with you at all times.
IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect
efficiency of the electronic devices con-
tained inside the keys, they should never
be exposed to direct sunlight.
All the keys and the CODE
card must be handed over to
the new owner when selling
the car.
fig. 4F0M0006mfig. 5
AB
F0M098Ab
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
fig. 5
The metal insert Ais retractable and it op-
erates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door locks.
❒fuel cap opening/closing (for versions/
markets, where provided).

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Button Ëshall be used for opening the
doors and the tailgate.
Button
Áshall be used for closing the
doors and the tailgate.
Button
Rshall be used for remote
opening of the tailgate.
When unlocking the doors, the passen-
ger’s compartment lights will come on for
a preset time.
Button B should only be
pressed when the key is
away from the body, in particular
from the eyes and from objects that
can be spoilt (e.g. clothes). Make sure
the key can never be touched by oth-
ers, especially children, who may in-
advertently press the button.
WARNING
Dashboard led indications
When locking the doors, led A-fig. 6
switches on for about 3 seconds and than
starts flashing (deterrence function).
Once doors are locked, if one or more
doors or the tailgate are not closed cor-
rectly, the led and direction indicators
start flashing quickly.
fig. 6F0M076Ab
Request for additional remote
controls
The system can recognise up to 8 keys
with incorporated remote control. Should
a new key with remote control be nec-
essary, contact a Abarth Dealership, tak-
ing with you the CODE card, a personal
identity document and the car’s owner-
ship documents.

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Replacing the battery of the key
with remote control fig. 7
Battery replacement:
❒press button Aand open the metal in-
sert B;
❒turn the screw Cto :using a fine bit
screwdriver;
❒take out the battery case Dand replace
the battery Emaking sure that the bias
is correct;
❒refit the battery case Dinside the key
and lock it turning the screw Cto Á.Used batteries are harmful to
the environment. They should
be disposed of as specified by
law in the special containers
provided, or take them to a Abarth
Dealership, which will deal with their
disposal.
fig. 8F0M071Abfig. 7F0M097Ab
KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL fig. 8
The metal insert of the key Ais fixed.
The key operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door locks;
❒fuel cap opening/closing (for versions/
markets, where provided). REPLACEMENT OF REMOTE
CONTROL COVER fig. 7/a
To replace the remote control cover, fol-
low the procedure shown in figure.
fig. 7/aF0M100Ab

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ALARM
The car alarm system is available at Lineaccessori Abarth.
The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are the following:
Type
Key without remote control
Key with remote control
Direction indicators flashing
(only with key with
remote control)
Door opening
Key turning
counterclockwise
(driver side)
Key turning
counterclockwise
(driver side)
Press briefly
button
Ë
2 flashings
Turning offDoor closing
form the
outside
Key turning
clockwise
(driver side)
Key turning
clockwise
(driver side)
Brief press on
button
Á
1 flashing
Turning on
glowing steadily
for about 3
seconds followed
by deterrence
led flashing Dead lock
activation
()
–
–
Double pressing
on button
Á
3 flashings
Double flashing,
followed by de-
terrence
led flashingTailgate
opening
–
–
Pressing on
button
R
2 flashings
Deterrence led
flashing
IMPORTANT Window opening operation is a consequence of a door unlocking control; window closing operation is a consequence
of a door locking control.
() for versions/markets, where providedWindow closing
()
–
–
Long press
(for over 2 seconds)
on button
Á
1 flashings
Deterrence led
flashing Window openin
()
–
–
Long press
(for over 2 seconds)
on button
Ë
2 flashings
Turning off

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IGNITION DEVICE
The key can be turned to 3 different po-
sitions fig. 9:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be removed,
steering column locked. Certain elec-
trical devices (e.g.: sound system, pow-
er windows…) can work.
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical de-
vices are powered.
❒AVV: engine starting (unstable posi-
tion).
The ignition switch is fitted with an elec-
tronic safety system that, in the event the
engine is not started, turns back the igni-
tion key to STOPbefore repeating the
starting operation.STEERING COLUMN LOCK
Engaging
When the key is at 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.
If the ignition device is tam-
pered with (e.g.: attempted
theft), have it checked over by
a Abarth Dealership as soon as pos-
sible.
WARNING
When getting out of the car,
always remove the key to
prevent any occupants from acci-
dentally activating the controls. Re-
member to engage the handbrake
and 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 chil-
dren in the car.
WARNING
fig. 9F0M0015m
Never remove the ignition
key while the car is moving.
The steering wheel would automati-
cally lock as soon as you try to turn
it. This also applies when the car is
being towed.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to
carry out whatever after-
market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifica-
tions (e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device) that could badly affect per-
formance and safety, cause the lapse
of warranty and also result in non-
compliance of the car with homolo-
gation requirements.
WARNING

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
LEFT HAND DRIVE VERSION
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EReconfigurable multifunction display
F0M049Abfig. 10
RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION
ASpeedometer (speed indicator)
BFuel level gauge with reserve warning
light
CEngine coolant temperature gauge and
excessive temperature warning light
DRev counter
EReconfigurable multifunction display
F0M072Abfig. 10

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INSTRUMENTS
Instrument background color and type
may vary according to the version.
SPEEDOMETER fig. 12
It shows the engine speed.REV. COUNTER fig. 13
Rev counter shows engine rpm.
IMPORTANT The electronic injection
control system gradually shuts off the flow
of fuel when the engine is “over-revving”
resulting in a gradual loss of engine pow-
er.
When the engine is idling, the rev counter
may indicate a gradual or sudden higher-
ing of the speed.
This is normal as it takes place during nor-
mal operation, for example when activat-
ing the climate control system or the fan.
In particular a slow change in the speed
preserves the battery charge.
fig. 12F0M002Abfig. 13F0M003Ab