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SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached
near or actually on some of the compo-
nents of your Fiat SCUDO. These labels
bear symbols that remind you of the pre-
cautions to be taken as regards that par-
ticular component.
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
To further protect your vehicle from theft,
it has been fitted with an engine immobil-
ising system. This system is automatically
activated when the ignition key is re-
moved.
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.
The electronic components
inside the key may be dam-
aged if the key is submitted to
sharp knocks.
OPERATION
Each time the vehicle is started turning the
ignition key to M, 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 S,
the Fiat CODE system deactivates the
functions of the engine electronic control
unit.
In this case, the key should be moved to
Sand then back to M; if the lock contin-
ues, possibly try again with the other key
provided with the vehicle. If it is still not
possible to start the vehicle, contact 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 Deal-
ership.
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fig. 66F0P0287m
CONTROLS
HAZARD LIGHTS fig. 66
They turn on by pressing switch A, re-
gardless of the position of the ignition key.
When the device is on, the switch is flash-
ing and warning lights
Îand ¥on the
cluster come on.
ESP SYSTEM DEACTIVATION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Pressing button fig. 67, located on the
central console control panel will deacti-
vate the ESP system.
The deactivation is signalled by the fixed
led light on the button.
The system is reactivated:
❒Automatically, starting from 50 km/h;
❒Manually by pressing the button again.
The intervention of the ESP system is sig-
nalled by the flashing led on the button.
For further information, see the paragraph
“ESP System” in this chapter.
fig. 67F0P0064m
Press the switch again to turn the lights
off.
The use of hazard lights is governed by the
Highway Code of the country you are in.
Keep to the rules.
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DEACTIVATION OF THE
VOLUMETRIC ALARM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
By pressing the button fig.73, situated on
the bridge of the central compartment, the
volumetric protection of the alarm system
is deactivated.
Only the perimetrical protection is main-
tained.
The deactivation is signalled by the light-
ing of the led on the button.
For further information see the paragraph
“Alarm” in this chapter.
fig. 72F0P0063m
PARKING SENSORS
DEACTIVATION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Pressing button fig. 72, located on the
central console control panel will deacti-
vate the parking sensors.
When parking sensors are deactivated the
button led turns on.
Press the button again in order to reacti-
vate it.
IMPORTANTThe condition of the
parking sensors (activated or deactivated)
is memorised by the system upon the
switching off of the engine.
fig. 73F0P0062m
SIDE SLIDING AND REAR
DOORS LOCK
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To lock at the same time the side sliding
doors and the rear doors, press button
fig. 71, located on the central console
control panel, regardless of the position
of the ignition key.
When the function is on the button led
turns on.
To unlock the doors press the button
again.
fig. 71F0P0061m
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Do not leave the vehicle
parked on a steep slope with
the sliding door open. An involuntary
knock could release the door and
make it slide.
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle
parked with the sliding doors
open, always check they are proper-
ly locked into place.
WARNING
The catch system is designed
to ensure the best comfort in
use. An accidental knock or gust of
wind could release the doors and
make them close.
WARNING
In case the vehicle is sta-
tionary with the rear doors
open at 90°, these hide the rear lights.
In order to signal your position to oth-
er drivers who are travelling in the
same direction and may not have no-
ticed the stationery vehicle, use a tri-
angular signal or any other device
prescribed by the enforced legislation
in your country.
WARNING
REAR DOUBLE
DOORS
The double rear doors are fitted with a
catch which stops the opening at an an-
gle of approximately 90°.
Opening the double doors from the outside
Turn the key to 2-fig. 92 and pull the
door handle in the direction of the arrow
A.
Then to open the door B, operate the
handle C-fig. 93in the direction of the ar-
row.
fig. 93F0P0086m
fig. 92F0P0088m
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PARKING SENSORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Parking sensors are located in the rear
bumper fig. 114and their function is to
inform the driver, through an intermittent
buzzer, about the presence of obstacles
behind the vehicle.
In order to deactivate the parking sensors,
press button A-fig. 115present between
the commands on the bridge of the cen-
tral compartment. The deactivation is sig-
nalled by the lighting of the led Bon the
button.
In order to re-activate them, press button
Aagain.
When the distance from the obstacle sit-
uated behind the vehicle diminishes, it cor-
responds with an increase in the frequen-
cy of the beeping.
WARNING The condition of the parking
sensors (activated or deactivated) is mem-
orised upon switching off the engine.BUZZER WARNINGS
When the reverse gear is engaged an in-
termittent acoustic signal is automatically
activated.
The acoustic signal:
❒becomes louder as the distance be-
tween the vehicle and the obstacle de-
creases;
❒becomes continuous when the distance
between the vehicle and the obstacle is
less than 30 cm and stops immediately
if the distance raises;
❒is constant if the distance is unvaried;
if this situation concerns the side sen-
sors, the buzzer will stop after about
3 seconds to avoid, for example, warn-
ing indications in the event of manoeu-
vres along walls.FAILURE INDICATIONS
Parking sensor failures, if any, will be in-
dicated when engaging reverse by the
buzzer and the turning on of led
B-fig. 115together with the message on
the display.
fig. 114F0P0605mfig. 115F0P0106m
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LOW PRESSURE/HIGH
TEMPERATURE OF
ENGINE OIL (red)
Low engine oil pressure
Turning the ignition key to Mthe warn-
ing light turns on, but it should go out as
soon as the engine is started.
v
If the warning light vturns on when travelling stop
the engine immediately and contact
a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
❒Vehicle heavy duty(e.g.: towing
trailer uphill of fully laden vehicle):
decrease speed, if the warning light
stays on, stop the vehicle. Wait for 2
or 3 minutes leaving the engine on
and slightly accelerated to further
activate the circulation of the
coolant fluid, then switch the engine
off. Check proper coolant level as
described previously.
IMPORTANT Under severe use of the
vehicle, keep the engine on and slightly
accelerated for few minutes before
switching it off.LOW BATTERY
CHARGE (red)
Turning the ignition key to M
the warning light turns on, but it should
go out as soon as the engine is started
(with the engine running at idle speed a
brief delay in going out is allowed).
If the warning light remains lit constant-
ly seek immediate advice from the Fiat
Dealership.
If the warning light flashes: it signals that
the vehicle is in the “economy mode”
and has deactivated some unnecessary
functions.
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FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to M
the warning light turns on, but it should
go off after few seconds.
When the warning light lights up, go to a
service station to refuel.
IMPORTANT The warning light flashes
to indicate a failure, contact Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible to have
the system checked.
REAR FOG LIGHTS
(amber)
The warning light turns on
when the rear fog lights are turned on.
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GENERIC FAILURE
INDICATION
(amber)
This warning light starts flashing to indi-
cate a non-serious failure. It turns on
glowing steadily to indicate a serious fail-
ure. In any case the relevant message will
be displayed.
Contact Fiat Dealership according to the
seriousness of the indication.
If the level of the diesel additive to the
anti-particulate filter (DPF version) is at
the minimum level: the warning light
switches on together with an acoustic
warning and a message on the display.
Contact Fiat Dealership.
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ESP SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to M
the warning light turns on, but it should
go off after few seconds.
If the warning light flashes, it signals an
avoided slipping of the wheels. In this
case the system optimises the drive and
it allows the improvement of the direc-
tional stability of the vehicle. If the warn-
ing light remains lit (led on the ESP
OFFbutton – switched off) it signals a
system dysfunction. In this case check
the tyre pressure and/or seek advice
from the Fiat Dealership. If the warning
light remains lit (led on the ESP OFF
button switched on) it signals the deacti-
vation of the system.
Notethe flashing of the warning light
during transit indicates the operation of
the ESP system.
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