2014 FIAT 500X ignition

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instrument Panel
1 — Air Vents7 — Upper Switch Bank13 — Lower Switch Bank
2 — Multifunction Lever 8 — Upper Storage Compartment14 — Driver Side Knee Air Bag
3 — Instrument Cluster 9 — Passenger Front Air Bag15 — Ignition
4 — Speed Controls 10 — Air Vents16 — Driver Side Front Air Bag
5 — Windshield Wiper Lever 11 — Lower Storage/Glove Compartment 17 — Instrument Cluster Display Controls
6 — Uconnect Radio 12 — Climate Controls18 — Headlight Switch
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CONTENTS
KEYS ...............................23
▫ Electronic Key Fob ....................23
▫ Key Fob Operation ....................24
▫ Replacing The Battery In The Key Fob With
Remote Control .......................25
▫ Request For Additional Keys .............26
▫ General Information ...................27
 IGNITION SWITCH ....................27
▫ Operation ...........................27
 REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED ...........................29
▫ Remote Start Cancel Message — If Equipped . .30
▫ How To Use Remote Start ...............30
▫ To Enter Remote Start Mode ..............31 ▫
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle ............................31
▫ To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle .............................31
▫ Remote Start Comfort Systems — If
Equipped ..........................32
▫ Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped ...............32
▫ General Information ...................32
 SENTRY KEY .........................32
▫ General Information ...................33
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM ..............33
▫ To Arm The System ...................34
▫ To Disarm The System ..................35
▫ Disabling ...........................364

CAUTION!
•Always remove the key fobs from the vehicle and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
• For vehicles equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
— Ignition, always remember to place the igni-
tion in the OFF mode.
Duplication of key fobs may be performed at an autho-
rized dealer. This procedure consists of programming a
blank key fob to the vehicle electronics. A blank key fob
is one that has never been programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer Sys-
tem serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
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.
IGNITION SWITCH
Operation
Your vehicle uses a keyless ignition system. The keyless
ignition system consists of a Remote Keyless Entry key
fob with a Keyless Push Button Ignition.
Electronic Key
This Keyless Enter-N-Go system feature allows the
driver to operate the ignition switch with the push of a
button as long as the key fob is in the passenger
compartment.
The Keyless Push Button Ignition has three operating
positions. The three positions are STOP, RUN, and
START.
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NOTE:If the ignition switch does not change with the
push of a button, the key fob may have a low or dead
battery. In this situation, a back up method can be used
to operate the ignition switch. Put the nose side (side
opposite of the emergency key) of the key fob against
the ENGINE START/STOP button and push to operate
the ignition switch. The Keyless Push Button Ignition can be placed in the
following positions:
STOP
•
The engine is stopped.
• Some electrical devices (e.g. Central locking, alarm,
etc.) are still available.
RUN
• Driving position.
• All the electrical devices are available.
START
• Start the engine.
NOTE: The vehicle will not start if the key fob is located
inside the cargo area and the liftgate is opened.
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.
(Continued)
Engine Start Stop Button
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WARNING!(Continued)
•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.
NOTE: Refer to Starting the Engine inStarting And
Operating for further information.
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.
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the vehicle
while still maintaining security. The system
has a range of 328 ft (100 m).
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The Remote Starting System also activates the Climate
Control and (if equipped) the optional heated seats and
optional heated steering wheel depending on tempera-
tures outside and inside the car.
NOTE:
•The vehicle must be equipped with an automatic
transmission to be equipped with Remote Start.
• Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob may
reduce this range.
Remote Start Cancel Message — If Equipped
The following messages will display in the instrument
cluster if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote
start prematurely:
• Remote Start Cancelled — Door Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Hood Open
• Remote Start Cancelled — Fuel Low
• Remote Start Cancelled — Liftgate Open
• Remote Start Disabled — Start Vehicle To Reset
• Remote Start Cancelled — Too Cold
• Remote Start Cancelled — Time Expired The message will stay active until the ignition is placed
in the ON/RUN position.
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the
engine will remote start:
•
Gear Selector in PARK
• Doors closed
• Hood closed
• Liftgate closed
• Hazard switch off
• Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not pushed)
• Battery at an acceptable charge level
• PANIC button not pushed
• System not disabled from previous remote start event
• Vehicle alarm system indicator flashing
• Ignition in STOP/OFF position
• Fuel level meets minimum requirement
• Vehicle security alarm is not signaling an intrusion
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WARNING!
•Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or
confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Mon-
oxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless. Car-
bon Monoxide is poisonous and can cause serious
injury or death when inhaled.
• Keep key fobs away from children. Operation of
the Remote Start System, windows, door locks or
other controls could cause serious injury or death.
To Enter Remote Start Mode
Push and release the remote start button on
the key fob twice within five seconds. The
vehicle doors will lock, the turn signals will
flash, and the horn will chirp twice. Then, the
engine will start, and the vehicle will remain in the
Remote Start mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
• If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, the
vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lamps will turn on and remain on during
remote start mode. •
For security, power window operation is disabled
when the vehicle is in the remote start mode.
To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving The
Vehicle
Push and release the remote start button one time or
allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system
will disable with a one time push of the remote start
button for two seconds after receiving a valid remote
start request.
To Exit Remote Start Mode And Drive The
Vehicle
Before the end of 15-minute cycle, push and release the
unlock button on the key fob to unlock the doors and
disarm the vehicle security alarm (if equipped). Then,
prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, for vehicles
equipped with the Keyless Enter-N-Go feature, push
and release the keyless ignition button.
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with the Keyless Enter-
N-Go feature, the message “Remote Start Active —
Push Start Button” will display in the instrument clus-
ter display until you push the keyless ignition button.
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Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated steering
wheel and driver heated seat features will automati-
cally turn on in cold weather. These features will stay on
through the duration of remote start or until the ignition
switch is cycled to the ON/RUN position.
NOTE:The Remote Start Comfort System can be acti-
vated and deactivated through the Uconnect Settings.
For more information on Remote Start Comfort System
operation, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multime-
dia.”
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped
When remote start is active and the outside ambient
temperature is less than 40° F (4.4° C), the Windshield
Wiper De-Icer will be enabled. Exiting Remote Start will
resume previous operation, except if the Windshield
Wiper De-Icer is active. The Windshield Wiper De-Icer
timer and operation will continue.
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.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unauthor-
ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Opera-
tion is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is
locked or unlocked.
The system uses a key fob with a Keyless Push Button
Ignition, and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only key fobs that are
programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and
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