2014 FIAT 500X ignition

operate the vehicle. The system will not allow the
engine to crank if an invalid key fob tries to start the
engine.
After placing the ignition to the ON/RUN position, if
there is a problem with the system, the vehicle security
light will turn on. This condition will result in the
engine being shut off after two seconds.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible by an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
•Do not make modifications or alterations to the
immobilizer system. Modifications or alterations
to the immobilization system may result in a loss
of security protection.
• The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not com-
patible with some aftermarket remote starting
systems. Use of these systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and loss of security
protection.
General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors
for unauthorized entry and if the ignition switch is
cycled to the ON/RUN position without a valid key.
While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior
switches for door locks and liftgate release are disabled.
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If something triggers the alarm, the vehicle security
alarm will provide the following audible and visible
signals:
•Horn will pulse.
• Park lamps and/or turn signals will flash.
• Vehicle security light in the instrument cluster will
flash.To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the vehicle security alarm:
1. Make sure the vehicles ignition is cycled to the STOP/OFF position (refer to Starting The Enginein
Starting And Operating for further information).
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go,
make sure the vehicle ignition system is OFF.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
• Push lock on the interior power door lock switch
with the driver and/or passenger door open.
• Push the lock button on the exterior Passive Entry
Door Handle with a valid key fob available in the
same exterior zone (for further information, refer to
Keyless Enter-N-Go inGetting To Know Your
Vehicle”).
• Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors are open, close them.
Vehicle Security Light Location
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NOTE:•If a second chime is heard after approximately four
seconds from arming the alarm, disarm the alarm
by pushing the unlock button. Check for the correct
closure of doors and liftgate, then reactivate the
system by following steps 1 and 2.
• If a second chime is heard after approximately four
seconds from arming the alarm, even with the
doors and liftgate properly closed, a fault may have
occurred during the arming operation. If this oc-
curs, contact your authorized dealer.
To Disarm The System
The vehicle security alarm can be disarmed using any of
the following methods:
• Push the unlock button on the key fob.
• Grasp the Passive Entry Unlock Door Handle with a
valid key fob available in the same exterior zone (if
equipped). Refer to Keyless Enter-N-Go inGetting
To Know Your Vehicle for further information. •
Cycle the vehicle ignition system out of the STOP/
OFF/LOCK position.
– For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go, push the Keyless Enter-N-Go START/STOP but-
ton (requires at least one valid key fob in the
vehicle).
NOTE:
• The driver’s door key cylinder cannot arm or disarm
the vehicle security alarm.
• When the vehicle security alarm is armed, the inte-
rior power door lock switches will not unlock the
doors.
The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the
system will give you a false alarm. If one of the
previously described arming sequences has occurred,
the vehicle security alarm will arm regardless of
whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in
the vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this
occurs, disarm the vehicle security alarm.
If the vehicle security alarm is armed and the battery
becomes disconnected, the vehicle security alarm will
remain armed when the battery is reconnected.
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Disabling
To completely disable the alarm (e.g. in the case of long
inactivity of the car), lock the doors by turning the
vehicle key in the exterior door lock cylinder.
NOTE:If the batteries in the key fob discharge in the
event of a failure to the system, or to switch off the
alarm, place the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
DOORS
Manual Locking/Unlocking
To lock each door from the inside, rotate the door lock
button on each door trim panel forward. To unlock the
doors from the inside, pull the inside door handle to the
first detent or rotate the door lock button until the lock
symbol is no longer visible.
If the lock symbol is visible when the door is shut, the
door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key fob is not
inside the vehicle before closing the door. NOTE:
The manual lock knob unlocks each individual
door separately.Manual Lock/Unlock Switch
1 — Door Unlocked
2 — Door Locked
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WARNING!
•When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or
in a location accessible to children, and do not
leave the ignition of a vehicle equipped with
Keyless Enter-N-Go in the ON/RUN mode. A
child could operate power windows, other con-
trols, or move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up
may cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation. Always remove
the key from the ignition and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended.
Central Lock/Unlock
A power door lock switch is located on each of the front
door trim panels. This switch is used to lock or unlock
the doors and liftgate.
Locking/Unlocking From The Inside
Push the lock button on the driver or passenger door
trim panel to lock the doors.
With the doors locked, push the unlock button to
unlock the doors.
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The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the
Keyless Enter-N-Go (Passive Entry) system if equipped.
For further information, refer to “Keyless Enter-N-Go”
in “Getting To Know Your Vehicle.”
If you push the power door lock switch while the
ignition is in the ON/RUN position, and any front door
is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents
you from accidentally locking the key in the vehicle.
Placing the ignition in the STOP/OFF/LOCK position
or closing the door will allow the locks to operate. If adoor is open, and the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position, a chime will sound as a reminder to remove
the key.
NOTE:
If all of the doors are closed properly, the door
locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed
exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). Refer to “Uconnect Set-
tings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
Keyless Enter-N-Go
The Passive Entry system is an enhancement to the
vehicle’s Remote Keyless Entry system and a feature of
Keyless Enter-N-Go. This feature allows you to lock and
unlock the vehicle’s door(s) without having to push the
key fob lock or unlock buttons.
NOTE:
• Passive Entry can be enabled or disabled. Refer to
“Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further
information.
• If wearing gloves on your hands, or if it has been
raining/snowing on the Passive Entry door handle,
the unlock sensitivity can be affected, resulting in a
slower response time.
Power Lock/Unlock Switch
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NOTE:All doors will unlock when the front passenger
door handle is grabbed regardless of the driver ’s door
unlock preference setting (“Unlock Driver Door 1st
Press” or “Unlock All Doors 1st Press”).
To Lock The Vehicle’s Doors And Liftgate
With one of the vehicle’s Passive Entry key fob within 5
ft (1.5 m) of the driver or passenger front door handles,
push the door handle lock button to lock all four doors.
Do NOT grab the door handle when pushing the door
handle lock button. This could unlock the door(s).
NOTE:The Passive Entry system will not operate if the
key fob battery is dead.
The vehicle doors can also be locked by using the lock
button located on the vehicle’s interior door panel.
Preventing Inadvertent Locking Of Passive Entry Key
Fob In Vehicle (FOBIK-Safe)
To minimize the possibility of unintentionally locking a
Passive Entry key fob inside your vehicle, the Passive
Entry system is equipped with an automatic door
unlock feature which will function if the ignition switch
is in the OFF position.
Push The Door Handle Button To Lock
DO NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking
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NOTE:The Emergency Key can be inserted into the
door lock cylinder in either direction.
WARNING!
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
severely injured or killed. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal, or the gear selector. Do not leave the key
fob in or near the vehicle, or in a location acces-
sible to children, and do not leave the ignition of
a vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter- N-Go in
the ON/RUN mode. A child could start the ve-
hicle, operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up
may cause them to be severely injured or killed.
Emergency Key Release
1 — Emergency Key Release Button
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