2011 Abarth Punto Evo stop start

THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
This is an electronic engine locking system which
increases protection against attempted thefts of the car.
It is automatically activated when the ignition key is
removed.
An electronic device 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 modulated 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 vehicle is started by turning the ignition
key to MAR, the Fiat CODE system control unit sends
a recognition code to the engine control unit to
deactivate the immobiliser.
The acknowledgement 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
management control unit.
If the code is not recognised correctly during ignition,
the
Ywarning light comes on in the instrument panel.
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached near or
actually on some of the components of your car. 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, fig. 2.
F0U003Abfig. 2
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THE KEYS
CODE CARD fig. 3
(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:
A the electronic code;
B The mechanical key code to be given to the Abarth
Dealership when ordering duplicate keys.
You should have the electronic code A-fig. 3 with you at
all times.
IMPORTANT In order to ensure complete efficiency of
the electronic devices inside the keys, they should never
be exposed to direct sunlight. In this case turn the key to STOP and then to MAR; if
the lock persists try again with the spare set of keys.
Contact an Abarth Dealership if you still cannot start
the engine.
Warning light
Ycoming on when driving
❒If the warning light Yturns on, this means that the
system is running a self-diagnosis (for example for a
voltage drop).
❒If the warning light Ystays on, contact an Abarth
Dealership.
The electronic components inside the key
may be damaged if the key is submitted
to sharp knocks.
F0U004Abfig. 3
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fig. 9F0U010Ab
If the ignition device has been tampered
with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it
checked over by an Abarth Dealership as soon
as possible.
WARNING
When getting out of the car, always
remove the key to prevent someone
from accidentally activating the controls.
Remember to engage the handbrake. If the car
is parked on a slope uphill, engage the first
gear; if the car is facing downhill, engage the
reverse gear. Never leave children unattended
in the car.
WARNING
IGNITION
The key can be turned to 3 different positions fig. 9:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be extracted, steering
locked. Some electrical devices (e.g. sound system,
central door locking system, etc.) may work.
❒MAR: driving position. All electric devices can
operate.
❒AVV: engine starting (temporary position).
The ignition switch is fitted with an electronic safety
system that requires the ignition key to be turned back
to STOP if the engine will not start, before the starting
operation can be repeated.

Never remove the key while the car is
moving. The steering wheel would
automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it.
This is always the case, even when the vehicle is
being towed.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-sales operation involving steering
system or steering column modifications (e.g.
installing an anti-theft device) which could
adversely affect performance and safety,
invalidate the warranty and also result in the car
failing to comply with regulations.
WARNINGSTEERING LOCK
Engagement
When the key is at STOP, remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until it locks.
Disengagement
Move the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition
key to MAR.
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F0U015Abfig. 13F0U016Abfig. 14
C Low engine coolant temperature.
H High engine coolant temperature.
Warning light B may light up (and a message on the
reconfigurable multifunction display may appear in
certain versions) to indicate that the coolant
temperature is too high; in this case, stop the engine and
contact an Abarth Dealership. See the description in the “Refuelling” paragraph.
IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and warning
light A will flash to indicate a fault in the system. If this is
the case, go to an Abarth Dealership to have the system
checked.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE fig. 14
This shows the temperature of the engine coolant fluid
and starts working when the fluid temperature exceeds
approx. 50°C.
Under normal conditions, the needle assumes different
positions within the scale depending on the usage
conditions.
If the needle reaches the red area, stop
the engine immediately and contact an
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HEATED REAR WINDSCREEN
AND DOOR MIRRORS
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING fig. 34
(for versions/markets where provided)
Press the button A to activate this function; once
enabled, the light on the button comes on.
This function is timed and will turn off automatically
after 20 minutes. Press the button A again to switch the
function off.
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.INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION
ACTIVATION
Press
•so that the button LED is on.
It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation on
whilst queueing or in tunnels to prevent the
introduction of polluted air. However, it is better not to
use the function for long periods, particularly if there
are many people on board, to prevent the windows
from misting inside.
IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes
it possible to reach the required heating or cooling
conditions more quickly.
Do not use the air recirculation function on rainy/cold
days as it would considerably increase the possibility of
the windows misting inside.
SYSTEM SERVICING
In winter, the climate control system must be turned on
at least once a month for about 10 minutes. Have the
system inspected at an Abarth Dealership before the
summer.
The system uses R134a refrigerant fluid
which does not pollute the environment
in the event of accidental leakage. Under
no circumstances should R12 fluid be used as it is
incompatible with the system components.
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SET TEMPERATURE ALIGNMENT
(MONO function)
Press the MONO button to align the temperature
between the driver side and passenger side.
Then turn the AUTO or MONO knob to
increase/decrease the temperature between the two
areas by the same amount.
Press MONO again to deactivate the function.
CLIMATE CONTROL COMPRESSOR
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
Press button òto switch on the climate control system
compressor.
Compressor engagement
❒the LED on button òis lit up;
❒symbol òis shown on the display.
Compressor off
❒the LED on button òis off;
❒symbol òdisappears from the display;
❒internal air recirculation excluded.
With the climate control compressor switched off, air
cannot be introduced into the passenger compartment
that has a lower temperature than the outside air; in
this case the òsymbol in the display will flash.The deactivation of the climate control compressor is
memorised even after the engine has stopped. To turn the
climate control compressor back on, press button òagain
or press AUTO: if you press AUTO, the other manual
settings will be cancelled.
SETTING THE AIR DISTRIBUTION
Press one or more of buttons Q/E/Zto manually
select one of the 7 possible air distribution settings for
the passenger compartment:
QAir flow to the windscreen and front side
window vents to demist/defrost them.
ZAir flow to the front and rear footwell vents. This
air distribution allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed up quickly.
Q
ZEAir flow distribution between front and rear
vents, centre/side dashboard vents, rear vent and
windscreen and front side window
demisting/defrosting vents.
EAir flow distribution to centre/side dashboard
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The daytime lights are an alternative to
dipped beam headlights for driving
during the daytime. They are compliant in
countries where is it obligatory to have lights on
during the day and permitted in those where it is
not obligatory. Daytime running lights cannot
replace dipped headlights when driving at night
or through tunnels. The use of daytime running
lights is governed by the highway code of the
country in which you are driving. Comply with
legal requirements.
WARNING
EXTERNAL LIGHTS
The left-hand stalk operates most of the external lights.
The ignition key has to be in the MAR position for the
exterior lights to come on. The instrument panel and
the various dashboard controls will come on with the
external lights.
The twist switch positions are shown in fig. 36:
ODay lights (D.R.L.)
6Day lights (D.R.L.) and side lights
2Side lights and dipped headlamps
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) fig. 36
(for versions/markets where provided)
With the ignition key turned to MAR and the twist
switch turned to position
Othe daytime running lights
are automatically activated; the other lights and interior
lighting remain off.
DIPPED HEADLAMPS/SIDE LIGHTS fig. 36
With the ignition key turned to MAR, turn the twist
switch to
2. If dipped beams are activated, the daytime
running lights go out and the side lights and dipped
headlights come on. The warning light
3on the
instrument panel comes on. When the ignition key is
turned to STOP or removed and the twist switch is
turned from
Oto 2, all the side lights and number
plate lights come on. The warning light
3
on the
instrument panel comes on. The automatic operation of the daytime running lights
can be activated/deactivated via the display menu (see
“Reconfigurable multifunction display” paragraph in this
section). If the daytime running lights are deactivated, no
light comes on when the twist switch is turned to
O.