2012 FIAT DUCATO ignition

REFUELLING
Only refuel with automotive diesel conforming
to the European specification EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures may
damage the engine beyond repair and
consequently invalidate the warranty depending
on the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged, set the
gear lever to neutral, fully depress the clutch
pedal without pressing the accelerator, then turn
the ignition key to MAR-ON and wait for the
warning lights
Yand mto go off; turn the
ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the
engine has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high
temperatures during operation. Do not park on
grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that allows
continuous diagnosis of the emission-related
components in order to help protect the
environment.ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the vehicle, you decide to add
electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually
draining the battery), visit a Fiat Dealership. They
can calculate the overall electrical requirement
and check that the vehicle’s electrical system can
support the required load.
CODE card
Keep it in a safe place, not in the vehicle.
Make sure you have the electronic code written
on the CODE card with you at all times
.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct vehicle servicing is essential for ensuring
it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its
safety features, its environmental friendliness and
low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER’S HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
...important information, advice and warnings
for correct use, driving safety and maintenance
of your vehicle over time. Pay special attention
to the symbols
"(personal safety)
#(environmental protection) !(vehicle
integrity).
VERY IMPORTANT
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DASHBOARD
The presence and position of the controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the version.
1.Fixed side air vents –2.Adjustable side air vents – 3.Left steering column stalk: external lights
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4.Instrument and warning light panel – 5.Right steering column stalk: windscreen wiper controls, rear window
wiper, trip computer –
6.Adjustable central air vents – 7.Car radio (for versions/markets, where provided)
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8.Passenger side glove compartment/front air bag (for versions/markets, where provided) – 9.Oddment
compartment –
10.Cigar lighter/12 V socket – 11.HVAC controls – 12.Controls on dashboard – 13.Gear lever
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14.Ignition device – 15. Steering wheel adjustment lever – 16.Driver side front airbag/Horn – 17.Control plate:
lamp/headlamp alignment adjustment/digital display/multifunction display.
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THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
This is an electrical engine locking system which
increases protection against attempted theft of the
vehicle. It 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 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-ON, 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 on the instrument panel
together with a specific message on the display (see
“Warning lights and messages”).
SYMBOLS
Special coloured plates have been attached near or on
some of the components of your vehicle. These plates
bear symbols that draw your attention to the
precautions required when handling the component in
question.
The plate summarising the symbols used can be found
under the bonnet, fig. 2.

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THE KEYS
CODE CARD Fig. 3
The vehicle 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 Fiat
Dealership when ordering duplicate keys.
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-
ON; if the lock persists, try again with the spare set of
keys. Contact a Fiat Dealership if you still cannot start
the engine.
IMPORTANT Each key has its own code which must be
stored by the system electronic control unit. Contact
the Fiat Dealership to have new keys (up to eight)
stored with the code.
Warning light
Ycoming on when driving
❒If the warning light Yturns on, this means that the
system is running a self-diagnosis (for example due to
a voltage drop).
❒If the warning light Ystays on, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
The electronic components inside the key
may be damaged if the key is submitted
to sharp knocks.
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F0N0800mfig. 4
To extract the metal insert, press button Band to
reinsert it proceed as follows:
❒keep button B pressed and turn the metal insert A;
❒release button B and turn the metal insert A
completely until the proper locking click is heard to
ensure correct closure.
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL fig. 4-5
The metal insert A is retractable and it operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door locks;
❒opening and closing of the fuel cap.
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All the keys and the CODE card must be
handed over to the new owner when
selling the vehicle.
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). Never leave the key
unattended to make sure it is not touched by
others, especially children, who may
inadvertently press the button.
WARNING
Button Qis used for unlocking the front doors.
Button Áis used for locking all the doors;
Button Pis used for unlocking the load compartment
doors.
The passenger’s compartment lights will come on for
a preset time when the doors are unlocked.

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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL fig. 8
The metal insert of the key A is fixed.
The key operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door locks;
❒opening and closing of the fuel cap. Replacing the battery of the key with remote
control fig. 7
To replace the battery, proceed as follows:
❒press button A and bring the metal insert B to the
open position;
❒turn the screw C to Ëusing a fine bit screwdriver;
❒take out the battery case D and replace the battery
E, respecting its polarity;
❒refit the battery case D inside the key and lock it by
turning the screw C to
Á.
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Used batteries are harmful to the
environment. They should be disposed of,
as specified by law, in the special
containers provided, otherwise take them to the
Fiat Dealership, which will deal with their
disposal.

There is a maximum number of acoustic/visual cycles.
When this is reached the system returns to normal
operation.
IMPORTANT The engine lock function is guaranteed by
the Fiat CODE, which is automatically activated when
the ignition key is extracted from the starter device.
TURNING THE ALARM ON
With the doors and bonnet closed and the ignition key
either turned to STOP or removed, point the key with
the remote control towards the vehicle and press and
release the lock button.
Excluding some markets, the system produces an
acoustic warning (beep) and enables door locking.
The switching on of the alarm is preceded by an self-
diagnosis stage: if a fault is detected, the system
produces another acoustic signal.
In this case, turn the alarm off by pressing the “release
doors/release load compartment” button, check that the
doors and bonnet are properly closed and turn the
alarm back on by pressing the lock button.ELECTRONIC ALARM
(for versions/markets where provided)
The alarm, in addition to all the remote control
functions described previously, is controlled by the
receiver located under the dashboard near the fuse box.
ALARM TRIPPING
The alarm intervenes in the following cases:
❒when one of the doors or bonnet is opened
illegitimately (perimeter protection);
❒when the ignition system is started up (ignition key
rotated to MAR-ON);
❒when the battery cables are cut.
Depending on the market, the activation of the alarm
causes the activation of the siren and the direction
indicators (for about 26 seconds). Alarm tripping and
the number of cycles depend on the sales market.
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BREAK IN ATTEMPT INDICATION
Any break in attempt is indicated by the turning on of
warning light
Yon the instrument panel together with
the message on the multifunction display (where
provided), (see section “Warning lights and messages”).
DISABLING THE ALARM
To permanently disable the alarm (e.g. during a lengthy
period of idleness), simply lock the vehicle by turning
the metal insert of the key with remote control in the
lock.
IMPORTANT If the battery of the key with the remote
control goes flat or the system fails, the alarm can be
switched off by placing the key in the ignition switch and
turning it to MAR-ON.
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IGNITION DEVICE
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.) can operate;
❒MAR-ON: driving position. All electrical devices are
enabled;
❒AVV: engine starting (unstable 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.
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