Vehicles without keyless operation
system
In the following cases, the vehicle may
not be able to receive the registered ID
code from the registered key and
engine may not start.
When the key contacts a key ring or
other metallic or magnetic object
When the key grip contacts metal of
another key
When the key contacts or is close to
other immobilizing keys (including keys
of other vehicles) In cases like these,
remove the object or additional key
from the vehicle key. Then try again to
start the engine. If the engine does not
start, we recommend you to contact a
Fiat Dealership.
NOTE If you lose one of the master
keys, the keyless entry keys or the
keyless operation keys, contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible. Refer
to “Keys”. To obtain a key, take your
vehicle and all remaining keys to a Fiat
Dealership. If you need an extra spare
key, take your vehicle and all the keys
to a Fiat Dealership. All the keys have to
be re-registered in the immobilizer
computer unit. For further information,
please contact a Fiat Dealership.
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
Press the key switch to lock or unlock
the doors. It is also possible to operate
the outside rearview mirrors. (Vehicles
equipped with the mirror retractor
switch).
1. LOCK switch 2. UNLOCK switch
3. Indicator lamp
To lock
Press the LOCK switch (1). All the
doors will be locked. The turn-signal
lamps will blink once. When they are
locked with the room lamp switch in the
middle (●) position, the room lamp also
blink once.
To unlock
Press the UNLOCK switch (2). All the
doors will be unlocked. If the room
lamp switch is in the middle (●) position
at this time, the room lamp will come on
for approximately 15 seconds and theturn-signal lamps will blink twice.
NOTE For vehicles equipped with the
mirror retractor switch, the outside
rear-view mirrors automatically retract
or extend when all the doors are locked
or unlocked using the key switches of
the keyless entry system. Refer to
“Starting and driving: Outside rear-view
mirrors”.
NOTE If the UNLOCK switch (2) is
pressed and no door is opened within
approximately 30 seconds, relocking
will automatically occur.
It is possible to modify functions as
follows: For further information, please
contact a Fiat Dealership.
The time from pressing of the
UNLOCK switch (2) to the moment of
automatic locking can be changed.
Activating the operation confirmation
function (blinking of the turn-signal
lamps) only during locking, or only
during unlocking.
The confirmation function (this
indicates locking or unlocking of the
doors with the blink of the turn-signal
lamps) can be deactivated.
The number of times the turn-signal
lamps are blinked by the confirmation
function can be changed.
On vehicles with keyless operation
system, the buzzer sound can be
activated when a keyless operation is
done.
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NOTE If the keyless operation key is
within the operating range, even
someone not carrying the key can lock
and unlock the doors by pressing the
driver’s or front passenger’s door
lock/unlock switch.
Operating range for starting the
engine and changing the operation
mode
The operating range is the interior of the
vehicle.
NOTE Even if it is within the operating
range, if the keyless operation key is in
a small item holder such as the glove
box, on top of the instrument panel,
door pocket or in the luggage
compartment, it may be impossible to
start the engine and change the
operation mode.
NOTE If a keyless operation key is too
close to the door or door window, it
may be possible to start the engine or
change the operation mode even when
the key is outside the vehicle.To operate using the keyless
operation function
Locking the doors
When you are carrying the keyless
operation key, if you press the driver’s
or front passenger’s door lock/unlock
switch (A), within the operating range,
the doors are locked.
The turn-signal lamps will blink once
and the outer buzzer will sound once.
Also refer to “Locking and unlocking:
Doors, Central door locks”.
Unlocking the doors
When you are carrying the keyless
operation key, if you press the driver’s
or front passenger’s door lock/unlock
switch (A), within the operating range,
all the doors are unlocked.
If the room lamp switch is in the middle
position at this time, the room lamp will
turn on for 15 seconds. The turn-signallamps will blink twice and the outer
buzzer will sound twice.
If the driver’s or front passenger’s door
lock/unlock switch is pressed and any
of the doors is not opened within
approximately 30 seconds, relocking
will automatically occur.
Refer to “Locking and unlocking: Doors,
Central door locks”.
NOTE The keyless operation function
does not operate under the following
conditions:
The keyless operation key is inside
the vehicle.
A door is open or ajar.
The operation mode is not in OFF.
NOTE The time between unlocking and
automatic locking can be adjusted.
Please consult a Fiat Dealership.
Operation confirmation when
locking and unlocking
Operation can be confirmed as shown
below. However, the room lamp will
illuminate only if the room lamp switch
is in the middle position.
When locking — the turn-signal lamps
blink once and the outer buzzer sounds
once.
When unlocking — the room lamp
illuminates for approximately
15 seconds, the turn-signal lamps blink
twice, and the outer buzzer sounds
twice.
NOTE Functions can be modified as
stated below. For further information,
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Warning activation
In order to prevent vehicle theft or the accidental operation of the keyless operation system, the lamp and buzzer are used to
alert the driver.
Buzzer Item Cause Note / Solution
BlinksOuter buzzer
sounds
4 times. Inner
buzzer sounds.Keyless
operation key
take-out
monitoring
systemWhen the vehicle is parked with
the operation mode in any mode
other than OFF, if you close the
door after opening any of the
doors and taking the keyless
operation key out of the vehicle.
Outer buzzer sounds 4 times at
this time. And when a vehicle
starts, inner buzzer sounds once.If you take the keyless operation key out of the
vehicle through a window without opening a door,
this system does not operate.
It is possible to change the setting to make the
system operate if you take the keyless operation key
out from the vehicle through a window without
opening a door. For further information, please
contact a Fiat Dealership.
Even if you have the keyless operation key within the
engine start operating range, if the key and vehicle
ID codes cannot be matched, for example due to
the ambient environment or electromagnetic
conditions, the warning may be activated.
BlinksOuter buzzer
3 sounds
approximately
3 secondsKey lock-in
prevention
systemWhen the operation mode is in
OFF, if you close all the doors with
the keyless operation key left in
the vehicle and you try to lock the
doors by pressing the driver’s or
front passenger’s door lock/unlock
switch.Make sure you have the keyless operation key with
you before locking the doors. Even if you leave the
keyless operation key inside the vehicle, it is
possible that the doors will lock depending on the
surrounding environment and wireless signal
conditions.
BlinksOuter buzzer
sounds
approximately
3 secondsDoor ajar
prevention
systemWhen the operation mode is in
OFF, if you try to lock the doors by
pressing the driver’s or front
passenger’s door lock/unlock
switch with one of the doors not
completely closed.—
Blinks No soundKeyless
operation
systemThe battery of the keyless
operation key has worn out.Replace the battery as soon as possible at a Fiat
Dealership.
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ACC power auto-cutout function
After about 30 minutes has elapsed
with the operation mode in ACC, the
function automatically cuts out the
power for the audio system and other
electric devices that can be operated
with that position. (only that driver’s
door has closed and the selector lever
in the “P” (PARK) position).
When you open driver’s door or the
engine switch operate again, the power
is supplied again.
NOTE When ACC power supply
automatic stop, the steering wheel
can’t lock and you can’t lock and
unlock the doors by the keyless entry
key and keyless operation key.
NOTE It is possible to modify functions
as follows:
The time until the power cuts out can
be changed to about 60 minutes.
The ACC power auto-cutout function
can be deactivated. For details, we
recommend you to consult a Fiat
Dealership.
Operation mode OFF reminder
system
When the operation mode is in any
mode other than OFF, if you close all
the doors then try to lock the doors by
pressing the driver’s or front
passenger’s door lock/unlock switch, a
warning lamp will blink and the outer
buzzer will sounds and you cannot lock
the doors.
Operation mode ON reminder
system
If the driver’s door is opened with the
engine stopped and the operation
mode in any mode other than OFF, the
operation mode ON reminder inner
buzzer sounds intermittently to remind
you to put the operation mode in OFF.
WARNING
6)Do not remove the ignition key from the
ignition switch while driving. The steering
wheel will be locked, causing loss of
control.
7)If the ignition device has been tampered
with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it
checked over by a Fiat Dealership before
driving again.
8)Always remove the key when you leave
your vehicle to prevent someone from
accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the handbrake.
Engage first gear if the vehicle is parked
uphill or reverse gear if the vehicle is
parked downhill. Never leave children
unattended in the vehicle.
9)Never extract the key while the vehicle is
moving. The steering wheel will lock as
soon as it is turned. This also applies to
cases in which the vehicle is towed.
10)Under no circumstances should
aftermarket operations be carried out
involving steering system or steering
column modifications (e.g. installation of
anti-theft device). This could negatively
affect performance and safety, invalidate
the warranty, cause serious safety
problems and also result in vehicle
non-compliance with type-approval
requirements.
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IMPORTANT
1)If the engine is stopped while driving, the
brake servomechanism will cease to
function and braking efficiency will
deteriorate. Also, the power steering
system will not function and it will require
greater manual effort to operate the
steering.
2)Do not leave the key in the “ON” position
for a long time when the engine is not
running, doing so will cause the battery to
be discharged.
3)Do not turn the key to the “START”
position while the engine is running. Doing
so could damage the starter motor.
4)The indicator lamp (A) will flash orange
when there is a problem or malfunction in
the keyless operation system. Never drive if
the indicator lamp on the engine switch is
flashing orange. Immediately contact your
Fiat Dealership.
5)If the engine switch operation is not
smooth and feels like it is sticking, do not
operate the switch. Immediately contact
your Fiat Dealership.
6)When the engine is not running, put the
operation mode in OFF. Leaving the
operation mode in ON or ACC for a long
time when the engine is not running may
cause the battery to be discharged, making
it impossible to start the engine, lock and
unlock the steering wheel.7)When the battery is disconnected, the
current operation mode is memorized. After
reconnecting the battery, the memorized
mode is selected automatically. Before
disconnecting the battery for repair or
replacement, make sure to put the
operation mode in OFF. Be careful if you
are not sure which operation mode the
vehicle is in when the battery is run down.
8)The operation mode cannot be changed
from OFF to ACC or ON if the keyless
operation key is not detected to be in the
vehicle. Refer to “Keyless operation system:
Operating range for starting the engine and
changing the operation mode”.
9)When there is the keyless operation key
in the vehicle and the operation mode isn’t
change, the keyless operation key may
have worn out.
DOORS
11) 12) 13)
NOTE To prevent the key from being
locked inside the vehicle, neither the
lock knob on the driver’s door nor the
key can be used to lock the driver’s
door when it is open.
To lock or unlock with the key
A — Lock
B — Unlock
NOTE On vehicles with central door
locks, when locking or unlocking with
the key, all doors will be locked or
unlocked. Refer to “Central door locks”.
NOTE If the vehicle is equipped with
the keyless operation system, the
driver’s door can be locked or unlocked
with the emergency key. Refer to
“Emergency key”.
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Lamp monitor buzzer
If the following operation is performed,
a buzzer will sound to remind the driver
to turn off the lamps. [Except for
vehicles equipped with the keyless
operation system]
If the driver’s door is opened when the
key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position
or removed from the ignition switch
while the lamps are on. [For vehicles
equipped with the keyless operation
system] If the driver’s door is opened
when the operation mode is in ACC or
OFF while the lamps are on. In both
cases, the buzzer will automatically
stop if the auto-cutoff function is
activated, the lamp switch is turned off,
or the door is closed.
Daytime running lamp
The daytime running lamps comes on
when the engine is running and the
lamp switch is in the “OFF” or “AUTO”
position and the tail lamps are off.
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Dipper (High/Low beam change)
When the lamp switch is in the
position, the beam changes from
high to low (or low to high) each time
the lever is pulled fully (A). While the
high beam is on, the high beam
indicator lamp in the instrument cluster
will also illuminate.Headlamp flasher
The high beams flash when the lever is
pulled slightly (B), and will go off when it
is released. When the high beam is on,
the high beam indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster will illuminate.
NOTE The high beams can also flash
when the lamp switch is OFF.
NOTE If you turn the lamps off with the
headlamps set to high beam, the
headlamps are automatically returned
to their low-beam setting when the
lamp switch is next turned to theposition.
HEADLAMP LEVELLING
SWITCH
(where provided)
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The angle of the headlamp beam varies
depending upon the load carried by the
vehicle. The headlamp levelling switch
can be used to adjust the headlamp
illumination distance (when the lower
beam is illuminated) so that the
headlamps’ glare does not distract the
drivers of approaching vehicles. Set the
switch (referring to the following table)
to the appropriate position according to
the number of people and the load in
the vehicle.
NOTE When adjusting the beam
position, first put the dial in the “0”
position (the highest beam position).
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Switch
positionVehicle condition
Single Cab
Switch
position
0Driver only
Switch
position
2Driver + Full luggage loading
(Diesel-powered vehicles
4D56 without intercooler)
Switch
position
3Driver + Full luggage loading
(Diesel-powered vehicles
4D56 with intercooler)
Switch
positionVehicle condition
Double Cab
Switch
position
0Driver only
Switch
position
3Driver + Full luggage loading
4WD vehicles for South Africa
(Except for vehicles with high
intensity discharge headlamps)
(Except for vehicles for South
Africa or Gulf countries)
Diesel-powered vehicles
4N15 with high intensity
discharge headlamps and
17 inch tyre (Except for vehicles
for South Africa or Gulf
countries)
Switch
position
4Driver + Full luggage loading
2WD vehicles for South Africa
(Vehicles for Gulf countries)
Diesel-powered vehicles
4D56 with high intensity
discharge headlamps (Except
for vehicles for South Africa or
Gulf countries)
Diesel-powered vehicles
4N15 with high intensity
discharge headlamps and
16 inch tyre (Except for vehicles
for South Africa or Gulf
countries)
TURN SIGNAL LEVER
The turn-signal lamps flash when the
lever is operated (with the ignition
switch or the operation mode is in ON).
At the same time, the turn-signal
indicator flashes.
A — Turn-signals: when making a
normal turn, use position (A). The lever
will return automatically when cornering
is completed.
B — Lane change signals: when
moving the lever to (B) slightly to
change a lane, the turn-signal lamps
and indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster will only flash while the lever is
operated. Also, when you move the
lever to (B) slightly then release it, the
turn-signal lamps and indicator lamp in
the instrument cluster will flash three
times.
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NOTE If the lamp flashes unusually
quickly, the bulb in a turn-signal lamp
may have burned out. We recommend
you to have the vehicle inspected.
It is possible to activate the following
functions:
Flashing of the turn-signal lamps
when the lever is operated with the
ignition switch or the operation mode is
in ACC
The turn-signal lamps 3-flash
function for lane changes can be
deactivated.
The time required to operate the
lever for the 3-flash function can be
adjusted.
Changing of the tone of a sounding
buzzer as the turn-signal lamps flash.
For further information, we recommend
you to consult a Fiat Dealership.
HAZARD WARNING
FLASHER SWITCH
Use the hazard warning flasher switch
when the vehicle has to be parked on
the road for any emergency. The hazard
warning flashers can always be
operated, regardless of the ignition
switch position or the operation mode.
Push the switch to turn on the hazard
warning flashers, all turn signal lamps
flash continuously. To turn them off,
push the switch again.
NOTE On vehicles equipped with the
emergency stop signal system, while
the hazard warning lamps are blinking
due to having manually pushed the
switch, the emergency stop signal
system does not operate. Refer to
“Emergency stop signal system”.
FOG LAMP SWITCH
(where provided)
Front fog lamp switch
The front fog lamps can be operated
while the headlamps or tail lamps are
on. Turn the knob in the “ON” direction
to turn on the front fog lamps. An
indicator lamp in the instrument cluster
will also come on. Turn the knob in the
“OFF” direction to turn off the front fog
lamps. The knob will automatically
return to its original position when you
release it.
NOTE The front fog lamps are
automatically turned off when the
headlamps or tail lamps are turned off.
To turn the front fog lamps on again,
turn the knob in the “ON” direction after
turning on the headlamps or tail lamps.
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