fig. 41 FIAT DUCATO 244 2005 3.G Owners Manual

5GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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DASHBOARD
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the vehicle version.
1Side air vents - 2Direction indicators and light stalk - 3Instrument panel - 4Windscreen wiper stalk -
5Central air vents - 6Writing/reading desk - 7Sound system compartment - 8Central button panel -9Central air vents -
10Oddment trays/passenger’s airbag - 11Side air vents - 12Bottle holder - 13Current socket - 14Ashtray - 15Air dis-
tribution - 16Air temperature - 17Air recirculation -18Cigar lighter - 19Fan control - 20Gear shift lever - 21Ignition
switch - 22Steering wheel adjustment lever - 23Horn - 24Airbag - 25Oddment trays
fig. 1F0D0080m

6GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
fig. 2F0D0246m
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the vehicle version.
1Side air vent - 2Oddment trays/passenger’s airbag - 3 Central air vents - 4Central button panel - 5Sound system com-
partment - 6Writing/reading desk - 7Direction indicators and light stalk - 8Instrument panel - 9Windscreen wiper stalk -
10Oddment trays - 11Ignition switch - 12Airbag - 13Horn - 14Steering wheel adjustment lever - 15Gear shift lever -
16Air distribution - 17Current socket - 18Ashtray - 19Air temperature - 20Air recirculation - 21Cigar lighter - 22Fan
control - 23Bottle holder

7GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been at-
tached near or actually on some of
the components of your Ducato.
These labels bear symbols that remind
you of the precautions to be taken as
regards that particular component.KEYS fig. 3
The following keys are provided with
the vehicle:
– two keys Awith metal insert and
power-assisted opening if the vehicle
is not equipped with remote control;
– key Aand key Bif the vehicle is fit-
ted with a door lock remote control.
– Key Ais the key that is used nor-
mally. It will:
– start the engine;
– lock/unlock the front doors;
– lock/unlock the side sliding doors;
– lock/unlock the rear doors;
– lock/unlock the fuel filler cap.
fig. 3
F0D0128m
THE FIAT CODE
SYSTEM
To further protect your vehicle from
theft, it has been fitted with an engine
immobiliser system (Fiat CODE)
which is automatically activated when
the ignition key is removed.
An electronic device, in fact, is fitted
in each ignition key grip. The device
modulates a signal when the engine is
started through a special aerial built
into the ignition switch. The modulate
signal, which changes each time the
engine is started, is the password by
means of which the control unit
recognises the key and enables to
start the engine.

The CODE card fig. 4is also sup-
plied with the keys and it bears the fol-
lowing:
A- the electronic code to be used
for emergency starting (see “Emer-
gency start-up” in the “In an emer-
gency” section);
B- the mechanical key code to be
given to the Fiat Dealershipwhen
ordering duplicate keys.
Keep the CODE card in a safe place.
You should always have the elec-
tronic code number written on the
CODE card with you at all times in
case you need to perform an emer-
gency start-up. OPERATION
Each time the ignition key is turned
to STOP, or PARK, the protection
system will automatically immobilise
the engine.
When the key is turned to MARto
start the engine:
1)If the code is recognised the Y
fig. 5warning light on the instrument
panel will flash briefly: this means that
the protection system has recognised
the key code and disabled the engine
immobiliser. Turn the key to AVV, to
start.
2)If the Ywarning light stays on,
the code was not recognised. In this
case, turn the key to STOPand then
back to MAR. If the engine remains
immobilised, try with the other keys
provided.
fig. 5
F0D0191m
All the keys and the
CODE card must be
handed over to the new
owner when selling the vehicle.
8GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
The key B, with a built-in remote
control, has the same functions as key
Ain vehicles with door lock/unlock
remote control.
IMPORTANTIn order to ensure
perfect efficiency of the electronic de-
vices contained inside the keys, they
should never be exposed to direct
sunlight.
U.K. Vehicles only
At the behest of the motor Insurance
Companies the CODE card for emer-
gency starting and remplacement of
keys is not provided. If you need as-
sistance please contact your nearest
Fiat Dealershipor telephone Free
Phone 0800 717000.
fig. 4
F0D0001m

9GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
DUPLICATE KEYS
When additional keys are required,
go to your Fiat Dealership, taking all
the keys in your possession and the
CODE card with you. The Fiat Deal-
ershipwill store the old and new keys
(up to eight) in the system. The Fiat
Dealershipmay ask you to demon-
strate that you own the vehicle.
The codes of any keys that are not
available when the new storage pro-
cedure is carried out will be deleted
from the memory to prevent any lost
or stolen keys being used to start the
engine.
All the keys and the CODE card
must be handed over to the new own-
er when selling the vehicle.DOOR LOCK
REMOTE CONTROL
The radio-frequency remote control
is built into the ignition key.
The key fig. 6includes the following:
– a metal insert Athat can be en-
closed in the key grip
– a button Efor power-assisted
opening of the metal insert
– a button Cfor remote door un-
locking and electronic alarm deactiva-
tion (where provided) at the same
time, and timed switching on of the in-
ternal ceiling lights;
– a button Dfor remote door lock-
ing and electronic alarm activation
(where provided) at the same time,
and switching off of the internal ceiling
lights;
– led Bindicating control sending to
electronic alarm system receiver. If you are still unable to start the en-
gine, perform the emergency start-up
procedure (see “In an emergency”)
and call your Fiat Dealership.
When the vehicle is travelling and the
key is at MAR:
1)If the Ywarning light comes on
while the vehicle is moving, this means
that the system is running a self-test
(e.g. due to a voltage drop).
2)If the Ywarning light flashes, the
vehicle is not protected by the engine
immobiliser. Contact a Fiat Dealer-
shipimmediately and get them to
store the codes of all the keys in the
memory.
IMPORTANTThe electronic com-
ponents inside the key may be dam-
aged if the key is subjected to sharp
knocks.
IMPORTANTEach key provided
with the vehicle has its own code, dif-
ferent from all the others, which must
be stored in the memory of the sys-
tem control unit.

10GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
IMPORTANTThe remote control
system frequency can be disturbed by
significant radio transmissions outside
the car (e.g: mobile phones, HAM ra-
dio systems, etc.) that could cause re-
mote control malfunctioning.
MINISTERIAL
HOMOLOGATION
In the respect of the legislation in
force in each country in the matter of
radio-frequency devices, please note
that:
– the market-specific homologation
numbers are listed in paragraph “Ra-
dio-frequency remote control” in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”.
– the homologation number is print-
ed on the component for markets
where this is required.
fig. 6
F0D0130m
To insert the metal insert in the key
grip, keep the button Epressed and
turn the insert in the direction shown
by the arrow until hearing the click as
it locks into place. Then release the
button E.
For instructions on ordering addi-
tional remote controls or replacing
the batteries, refer to the relevant
paragraphs in the following pages. Re-
fer to “Radio-frequency remote con-
trol” in section “Technical Specifica-
tions” for the relevant ministerial ho-
mologation.
When pressing the button
E, take care to prevent the
metal insert from causing harm or
damage when it comes out. The
button E should only be pressed
when the key is away from the
body, in particular from the eyes,
and from objects that can be spoilt
(e.g.: clothes). Make sure the key
can never be touched by others, es-
pecially children, who may inad-
vertently press the button E.
WARNING

11GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL
REMOTE CONTROLS
The receiver will acknowledge up to
eight remote controls.
If additional remote control are re-
quired or any reasons, go to a Fiat
Dealership, taking all the keys you
own and the CODE card with you.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
If when button (Cor D-fig. 6) is
pressed, the key led B-fig. 6flashes
once only, change the battery with a
new one.
To replace the battery:
– press button A-fig. 7and move
the metal insert Bto the open posi-
tion;
– using a finely-tipped screwdriver,
turn the opening device Cto
:: and
pull out the battery holder D;
ELECTRONIC ALARM
The electronic alarm can be re-
quested only for versions with fixed
panel and has the following functions:
– remote controlled locking and un-
locking of doors;
– perimetral surveillance, detecting
the opening of doors, bonnet, side
door and rear door;
– volumetric surveillance, detecting
intrusions in the cabin only; load com-
partment does not undergo volumet-
ric surveillance. Used batteries pollute
the environment. Dispose
of them in the special
containers as specified by current
legislation or take them to your
nearest Fiat Dealership, which
will deal with their disposal.
fig. 7
F0D0129m
fig. 8
F0D0204m
– replace the battery Emaking sure
that the bias is correct;
– re-insert the battery holder in the
key and lock it, turning the device C
to
;.

12GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
OPERATION
The electronic alarm fitted on the Fi-
at Ducato is controlled by the receiv-
er located on the front ceiling light and
is switched on by means of the radio-
frequency remote control.
Volumetric protection sensors C-
fig. 8 are located in the ceiling light.
The alarm can only be switched on
when the ignition key is removed from
STOPor PARKposition.
The electronic alarm control unit in-
cludes also the alarm siren that can be
cut out.
To switch the electronic alarm
on: press button D-fig. 6 on the re-
mote control briefly. You will hear a
beep and the direction indicators will
flash for approximately three seconds
(only in countries where this is al-
lowed).
Led A-fig. 9, set on the right side of
the steering column, will blink when
the system is on.To switch the electronic alarm
off: press the remote control button
C-fig. 6. You will hear two beeps and
the direction indicators will flash twice
(only in countries where this is al-
lowed).
To cut out the volumetric sur-
veillance:you can cut out the volu-
metric protection function before
switching the electronic alarm on. Pro-
ceed as follows: take the key in rapid
sequence from STOP to MAR and
then back to STOP. Then remove the
key.Led Awill light up for approximate-
ly two seconds to confirm that the
function has been cut out.
The volumetric surveillance function
will be restored (before switching the
electronic alarm on) after the key has
been turned to MARfor at least 30
seconds.
To operate an electrical device pow-
ered by the ignition key (e.g.: electric
windows), turn the key to MAR, op-
erate the control and turn the key
back to STOP within 30 seconds. In
this way the volumetric surveillance
function will not be reactivated.
To cut out the siren:when switch-
ing the electronic alarm on, keep con-
trol button Cpressed for over 4 sec-
onds and then release it.
You will hear five beeps to confirm
that the siren is cut out and that the
alarm is on.
fig. 9
F0D0209m

14GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Do not leave the key inserted in the
switch. Cover the keyhole with the
rubber cap to prevent dust and wa-
ter getting in.
Emergency keys should be left in the
car coupled with the switch.
HOW TO KNOW IF THE
ALARM HAS GONE OFF
After deactivating the system, led A-
fig. 9will indicate the theft attempt
specifying also the cause of the alarm:
fixed light:remote control bat-
tery down
1 blink:right-hand door
2 blinks:left-hand door
5 blinks:volumetric sensors
(indicate a movement
inside the passenger’s
compartment)
6 blinks:bonnet To cut off the alarm before this,
press the remote control button; if
this is unsuccessful, turn the emer-
gency key to OFF(see next paragraph
“How to turn the alarm off”)
HOW TO TURN
THE ALARM OFF
If the remote control batteries run
down, or the car alarm system is
faulty, the electronic alarm can be cut
out by using one of the two emer-
gency keys supplied set on the system
deactivation control unit (that is
housed in the fuse box on the right
side of the dashboard).
To do this, open the fuse box, take
off the switch rubber cap, insert the
key and turn it counterclockwise
(OFFposition); the system is now de-
activated.
To turn the system back on, turn the
key clockwise (ONposition).7 blinks:load
compartment
8 blinks:tampering with
ignition switch
9 blinks:alarm wires cut
10 blinks:at least three causes
of alarm.
The led goes off when turning the
key to MAR or after about 2 minutes
blinking.
Since the electronic car
alarm absorbs electricity,
if you will not be using
your car for more than a month,
switch the system off with the re-
mote control and turn the emer-
gency key to OFF.

15GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the
chest straight and rested against the
seat back.
To fasten the seat belts, take hold the
fastener tongue A-fig. 10and insert
it into the buckle B, until hearing the
locking click.The seat belt reel mechanism en-
sures that the belt automatically ad-
justs to the wearer allowing him or
her to move in complete freedom.
When the vehicle is parked on a
steep slope the reel mechanism may
block; this is normal. The reel mech-
anism also prevents the webbing com-
ing out when it is jerked or if the ve-
hicle brakes sharply, is in a collision or
when cornering at high speed.
fig. 10
F0D0050m
Never press button C when
travelling.
WARNING
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for
a short stretch, then pull it out again
without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press but-
ton C. Guide the seat belt with your
hand while it is rewinding, to prevent
it from twisting.