2016 FIAT 500X immobilizer

NOTE:When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer System
serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an authorized
dealer.
IGNITION SWITCH
Operation
Your vehicle uses either a key start ignition system or
keyless ignition system. The key start ignition system
consists of a Key Fob with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter and an Integrated Mechanical Key Ignition.
The keyless ignition system consists of a Key Fob with
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and a Keyless
Push Button Ignition.
Mechanical Key
The Mechanical Key has three operating positions, two
with detents and one that is spring-loaded. The detent
positions are STOP/OFF, MAR/RUN, and AVV/START.
The AVV/START position is a spring-loaded momentary contact position. When released from the AVV/START
position, the switch automatically returns to the MAR/
RUN position.
1 — STOP/OFF
•
The engine is stopped.Integrated Mechanical Key Ignition
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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.
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. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses a Key Fob with a factory-mated Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, a Keyless Push Button
Ignition, and a RF receiver to prevent unauthorizedvehicle operation. Therefore, only Key Fobs that are
programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and
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.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
•The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat-
ible with some aftermarket remote starting sys-
tems. 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 licence-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 op-
eration.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved
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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General Maintenance...................... .446
Glass Cleaning .......................... .474
GVWR ................................ .344
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .347
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................357
Headlights Automatic .............................93
Cleaning ............................ .474
Delay ................................95
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ..........95
Lights On Reminder ......................95
Switch ................................92
Time Delay ............................95
Head Restraints ...........................72
Head Rests ..............................72
Heated Mirrors ............................82 Heater
................................ .109
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch .....95
Hill Start Assist .......................... .201
Holder, Coin ............................ .151
Holder, Cup ............................ .153
Hood Prop ............................. .135
Hood Release ........................... .135
Ignition Key..................................38
Ignition Key Removal ..................... .415
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................47
Inside Rearview Mirror ......................78
Instrument Panel Cover .....................474
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............475
Interior And Instrument Lights ................96
Interior Appearance Care ....................473
Interior Lights ............................96
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) .............102
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Introduction..............................4
Jacking Instructions ....................... .394
Jack Location ........................... .391
Jack Operation .....................390, 394, 476
Jump Starting ........................... .406
Key Fob Arm The Alarm .........................50
Keyless Entry ...........................55
Keyless Enter-N-Go Enter The Trunk .........................55
KeyFob...............................55
Lock The Vehicle’s Doors ...............55, 542
Passive Entry ...........................55
Passive Entry Programming .............55, 542
Remote Control .........................55
Unlock From The Driver’s Side ..............55
Unlock From The Passenger Side .............55Unlock Liftgate
........................ .542
Keyless Entry System .....................30, 31
Key, Replacement ..........................37
Keys ...................................38
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ....................47
Lane Change And Turn Signals ................96
LaneSense ............................. .321
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................211
Latches ............................... .267
Lead Free Gasoline ....................... .335
Leaks, Fluid ............................ .267
Life Of Tires ............................ .497
Liftgate Window Wiper/Washer ...............106
Light Bulbs ............................. .267
Lights ................................ .267
AirBag ...........................237, 264
Automatic Headlights .....................93
Daytime Running ........................94
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INDEX 575

Tilting................................64
Security Alarm Arm The System ........................50
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............510
SENTRY KEY FCC General Information ..................48
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................47
Sentry Key Replacement .....................37
Service Assistance ..........................10
Service Contract ...........................12
Service Manuals ...........................14
Shifting Manual Transmission ....................286
Shift Lever Override ...................... .413
Shoulder Belts ............................211
Side View Mirror Adjustment .................80
Signals, Turn ......................... .96, 267
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................499
Snow Tires ............................. .494Spark Plugs
............................ .510
Specifications Fuel (Gasoline) ........................ .510
Oil................................. .510
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................301
Starting ............................. .43, 273
Cold Weather ......................... .275
Engine Fails To Start .....................274
Remote ...............................43
Starting And Operating .....................273
Starting Procedures ....................... .273
Steering Tilt Column ............................76
Wheel, Heated ..........................77
Wheel, Tilt .............................76
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...............549
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .549
Stuck, Freeing ........................... .418
Sun Roof .............................. .131
580 INDEX