2018 FIAT 124 SPIDER immobilizer

Manual transmission: the starter will
not operate if the clutch pedal is not
depressed sufficiently.
Automatic transmission: the starter
will not operate if the selector lever is
not in P or N and the brake pedal is not
depressed sufficiently.
IMPORTANT If thewarning light
(red) illuminates, or the push button
start indicator light (amber) flashes, this
could indicate a problem with the
engine starting system and the inability
to start the engine or switch the ignition
to ACC or ON. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible.
Under the following conditions, the
warning light (red) flashes after the
push button start is pressed to inform
the driver that the push button start will
not switch to ACC even if it is pressed
from off:
the key battery is dead;
the key is out of operational range;
the key is placed in areas where it is
difficult for the system to detect the
signal;
a key from another manufacturer
similar to the key is in the operational
range;
forced engine starting method:if
the
warning light (red) illuminates,
or the push button start indicator light
(amber) flashes, this could indicate that
the engine may not start using the usual
starting method. Contact a Fiat
Dealership as soon as possible. If this
occurs, the engine can be
force-started. Press and hold the push
button start until the engine starts.
Other procedures necessary for starting
the engine such as having the key in
the cabin, and depressing the clutch
pedal (manual transmission) or the
brake pedal (automatic transmission)
are required;
when the engine is force-started, the
warning light (red) remains
illuminated and the push button start
indicator light (amber) remains flashing;
automatic transmission: when the
selector lever is in the neutral (N)
position, the
indicator light (green)
and the push button start indicator light
(green) do not illuminate.
NOTE Whether the engine is cold orwarm, it should be started without the
use of the accelerator.
NOTE If the engine does not start the
first time, refer to “Starting a flooded
engine under emergency starting”
paragraph. If the engine still does not
start, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Engine start function when key
battery is dead
When starting the engine by holding the
transmitter over the push button start
due to a dead key battery or a
malfunctioning key, be careful not to
allow the following, otherwise the signal
from the key will not be received
correctly and the engine may not start:
metal parts of other keys or metal
objects touch the key/spare keys or
keys for other vehicles equipped with
an immobilizer system touch or come
near the key/devices for electronic
purchases, or security passage touch
or come near the key.
If the engine cannot be started due to a
dead key battery, the engine can be
started using the following procedure:
continue to depress the brake pedal
firmly until the engine has completely
started;
manual transmission: continue to
depress the clutch pedal firmly until the
engine has completely started;
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

VEHICLE SECURITY
ALARM
(where provided)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
The immobilizer system allows the
engine to start only with a key the
system recognises. If you have a
problem with the immobilizer system or
the key, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Arming the system: the system is
armed when the ignition is switched
from ON to OFF. The
warning light
in the instrument cluster flashes every
2 seconds until the system is disarmed.
Disarming the system: the system is
disarmed when the ignition is switched
ON with the correct programmed key.
The
warning light illuminates for
about 3 seconds and then turns off.
If the engine does not start with the
correct key, and the
warning light
remains illuminated or flashing, try the
following:
make sure the key is within the
operational range for signal
transmission;
switch the ignition off, and then
restart the engine. If the engine does
not start after 3 or more tries, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
If the
warning light flashescontinuously while you are driving, do
not shut off the engine. Contact a Fiat
Dealership and have it checked. If the
engine is shut off while the warning light
is flashing, you will not be able to restart
it.
THEFT DETERRENT
SYSTEM
(where provided)
Intrusion sensor
(where provided)
The intrusion sensor fig. 6 uses
ultrasonic waves to detect movement
inside the vehicle and to raise an alert of
an intrusion into the vehicle.
The intrusion sensor detects certain
kinds of movement inside the vehicle,
however, it may also respond to
phenomenon outside the vehicle such
as vibrations, loud noise, wind, and air
currents.
In order for the intrusion sensor to
operate appropriately, be aware of the
following:
do not hang clothing or objects from
a head restraint;
return the sunvisors to their original
positions;
do not blind the intrusion sensor by
covering it or placing objects over it;
do not allow the intrusion sensor to
get soiled or wipe it with a liquid;
do not shock or cause an impact to
the intrusion sensor or the intrusion
sensor bezel;
do not install seats or seat covers
that are not FCA genuine products;
to prevent obstruction of intrusion
sensor, do not place objects or cargo
near the intrusion sensor that are higher
than the head restraints.
How to arm the system
Proceed as follows:
close the windows and the
convertible top securely, switch the
ignition OFF and make sure the bonnet,
convertible top, the doors, and the boot
lid are closed;
press the lock button on the
transmitter or lock the driver's door
from the outside with the auxiliary key.
The hazard warning lights will flash
once.With the advanced keyless
function: press a request switch. The
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INDEX
ABS system................70
Accessory socket.............39
Active bonnet precautions........71
Active safety systems...........70
Advanced Keyless Entry System....14
AFS (Adaptive Front Lighting
System)..................27
Attaching the tow hooks........153
Auto-wiper control............30
Automatic climate control system.......................36
Automatic lighting.............25
Automatic transmission.........115
Auxiliary driving systems.........74
Battery (maintenance).........165
Battery recharging............167
Bodywork (care and
maintenance).............170
Bonnet....................42
Boot lid...................40
Boot lid (opening).............40
Brake Assist................113
Brake/clutch fluid (level check). . . .165
Checking levels.............163
Child restraint system suitability
for various seat position.......88
Child seat installation position.....87
Child-restraint precautions.......83
Child-restraint system types......86Climate control system..........32
CO2 emissions..............187
Coming Home light system.......25
Constant monitoring..........110
Control panel and instruments.....49
Convertible Top (lowering)........43
Convertible Top (Soft Top)........43
Cruise Control..............118
Dashboard..................8
Dead lock device.............16
Dimensions................181
Doors.....................16
Driver Air Bag................98
DRL (Daytime Running Lights).....24
DSC system................70
Emergency flap opening.......123
Emergency stop signal system. . . .130
Emergency towing............155
Engine...................176
Engine compartment..........163
Engine coolant (level check)......164
Engine oil (level check).........164
Essential information............3
Exterior lights................24
Flash to pass...............25
Fluid capacities..............182
Fluids and lubricants..........183
Front fog lights...............25
Fuel consumption............186Fuel filler cap...............123
Fuse block (engine compartment)......................141
Fuse block (left side of the vehicle)......................144
Fuses (under the bonnet)........140
Fuses (vehicle's left side)........139
Gear lever positions..........115
Gear Shift Indicator............53
Hazard warning lights.........130
Hazard warning lights (control). . . .130
Head restraints...............21
Headlight washer.............31
Headlights..................24
Heated seats................19
Heavy-dute use of the vehicle
(scheduled servicing)........158
High beams.................25
HLA function................77
How the SRS Air bags work......98
How to use this manual..........3
Identification data............175
Ignition switch...............11
Immobilizer system............15
INFO switch.................52
Installing child restraint systems....92
Interiors..................172
Internal equipment............39
Jump starting..............151
Jump starting (procedure).......151
Key battery replacement........10