engine FIAT 124 SPIDER 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat 124 Spider.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your vehicle and use it in the best possible way.
Here you will find information, advice and important warnings regarding use of your vehicle and how to achieve the best
performance from the technical features of your vehicle.
You are advised to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time, to become familiar with the controls and
above all with those concerning brakes, steering and gearbox.
This document also provides a description of special features and tips, as well as essential information for the safe driving, care
and maintenance of your vehicle over time.
After reading it, you are advised to keep the handbook inside the vehicle, for an easy reference and for making sure it remains
on board the vehicle should it be sold.
In the attached Warranty Booklet you will also find a description of the Services that FCA offers to its customers, the Warranty
Certificate and the detail of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity.
We are sure that these will help you to get in touch with and appreciate your new vehicle and the service provided by the
people at FCA.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
IMPORTANT This Owner Handbook describes all versions of the vehicle; please consider only the information
relevant to your vehicle’s trim level, engine and version. All data contained in this publication are purely indicative.
FCA Italy S.p.A. can modify the vehicle model described in this publication at any time, for technical or commercial
purposes. For further information, contact a Fiat Dealership.

READ THIS CAREFULLY
REFUELLINGOnly refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 in compliance with the European specification EN228. Do not use
petrol containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and handling issues, as well as damage fundamental
components of the supply system.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Versions with manual transmission: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gear lever to neutral, fully depress the clutch pedal
without pressing the accelerator, then press the ignition device button.
Versions with automatic transmission: make sure that the handbrake is engaged and that the gear lever is in P (Park) or N (Neutral),
depress the brake pedal, then press the ignition device button.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the vehicle on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
Contact a Fiat Dealership if you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery) after buying the vehicle.
They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electric system can support the required load.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the vehicle is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental
friendliness and low running costs unchanged over time.

KEYS
KEYS
1)
A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this
plate and store it in a safe place (not in
the vehicle) for use if you need to make
a replacement key (auxiliary key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and
convenient place, but not in the vehicle.
If your key (auxiliary key) fig. 2 is lost,
consult Fiat Dealership and have your
code number ready (1 = auxiliary key /
2 = transmitter/3 = key code number
plate).
IMPORTANT Always keep a spare key
in case one is lost. If a key is lost, go to
a Fiat Dealership as soon as possible.IMPORTANT The driver must carry the
key to ensure the system functions
properly.
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the boot lid, fuel-filler flap, and opens
the boot lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse
or pocket.
Note
The keyless entry system operation
may vary due to local conditions.
The keyless entry system is fully
operational (door/boot lid/fuel-filler flap
lock/unlock) when the ignition is
switched off. The system does not
operate if the ignition is switched to any
position other than off.
If the key does not operate when
pressing a button or the operational
range becomes too small, the battery
may be dead.
Battery life is about one year.
Replace the battery with a new one if
the
warning light (green) flashes in
the instrument cluster. Replacing the
battery about once a year is
recommended because the warning
light/indicator light may not illuminate or
flash depending on the rate of battery
depletion.
Additional keys can be obtained at
Fiat Dealership. Up to 6 keys can be
used with the keyless functions per
vehicle. Bring all keys to Fiat Dealership
when additional keys are required.
TRANSMITTER
ButtonsLock button: to lock the doors, the
boot lid and the fuel filler flap, press the
button. The hazard warning lights will
flash once. The doors and the boot lid,
fuel filler flap cannot be locked by
pressing the lock button while any other
door is open. The hazard warning lights
will also not flash.
Unlock button: to unlock the doors
and the boot lid, press the
button.
The hazard warning lights will flash
twice.
Boot button: to open the boot lid,
press and hold the
button until
the boot lid opens.
KEY SUSPEND
FUNCTION
If a key is left in the vehicle, the
functions of the key left in the vehicle
are temporarily suspended to prevent
theft of the vehicle.
To restore the functions, press the
unlock button on the functions-
suspended key in the vehicle.
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KEY BATTERY
REPLACEMENT
2)
1) 2) 3) 4) 5)
1)
If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not flash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery
(CR2025 type) before the transmitter
becomes unusable.
The following conditions indicate that
the battery power is low:
indicator light (green) flashes in
the instrument cluster for about
30 seconds after the engine is turned
off;
the system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed;
the system's operational range is
reduced.
NOTE Replacing the battery at a Fiat
Dealership is recommended to prevent
damage to the key. If replacing the
battery by yourself, follow the
instruction below.
WARNING
1)Do not leave the key in your vehicle with
children and keep them in a place where
your children will not find or play with them:
leaving children in a vehicle with the key is
dangerous. This could result in someone
being badly injured or even killed. Children
may find these keys to be an interesting toy
to play with and could cause the power
windows or other controls to operate, or
even make the vehicle move.
2)There is the danger of explosion if the
battery is not correctly replaced.
IMPORTANT
1)The electronic components inside the
key may be damaged if the key is subjected
to strong shocks. In order to ensure
complete efficiency of the electronic
devices inside the key, it should never be
exposed to direct sunlight.
2)Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur if it is
not installed correctly.
3)When replacing the battery, be careful
not to touch any of the internal circuitry and
electrical terminals, bend the electrical
terminals, or get dirt in the transmitter as
the transmitter could be damaged.
4)Dispose of used batteries according to
the following instructions: insulate the plus
and minus terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape. Never
disassemble. Never throw the battery into
fire or water. Never deform or crush.5)Replace only with the same type battery
(CR2025 or equivalent).
IMPORTANT
1)Used batteries may be harmful to the
environment if not disposed of correctly.
They must be disposed of as specified by
law in the special containers or taken to a
Fiat Dealership, which will take care of their
disposal.
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IGNITION SWITCH
PUSH BUTTON START
POSITIONS
The system operates only when the key
is within operational range.
Each time the push button start fig. 3 is
pressed, the ignition switches in the
order of OFF, ACC, and ON. Pressing
the push button start again from ON
switches the ignition off.
Note
The engine starts by pressing the
push button start while depressing the
clutch pedal (manual transmission) or
the brake pedal (automatic
transmission). To switch the ignition
position, press the push button start
without depressing the pedal.
Do not leave the ignition switched
ON while the engine is not running.Doing so could result in the battery
going dead. If the ignition is left in ACC
(for automatic transmission, the selector
lever is in the P position, and the
ignition is in ACC), the ignition switches
off automatically after about
25 minutes.
OFF
3)
The power supply to electrical devices
turns off and the push button start
indicator light (amber) also turns off. In
this position the steering wheel is
locked.
Locked steering wheel
If the push button start indicator light
(green) is flashing and the beep sound
is heard, this indicates that the steering
wheel is not unlocked. To unlock the
steering wheel, press the push button
start while moving the steering wheel
left and right.
ACC (Accessory)
Some electrical accessories will operate
and the indicator light (amber)
illuminates. In this position the steering
wheel is unlocked. The keyless entry
system does not function while the
push button start has been pressed to
ACC, and the doors will not lock/unlock
even if they have been locked manually.ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The indicator light
(amber) turns off (the indicator light
amber illuminates when the ignition is
switched ON and the engine is not
running).
STARTING THE ENGINE
4)
Proceed as follows:
make sure you are carrying the key;
occupants should fasten their seat
belts;
make sure the parking brake is on.
Continue to press the brake pedal firmly
until the engine has completely started;
manual transmission: continue to
press the clutch pedal firmly until the
engine has completely started.
Automatic transmission: put the
vehicle in park (P). If you must restart
the engine while the vehicle is moving,
shift into neutral (N);
verify that theindicator light
(green) in the instrument cluster
fig. 4 and the push button start
indicator light (green) illuminate;
press the push button start after both
the
indicator light (green) in the
instrument cluster and the push button
start indicator light (green) illuminate;
after starting the engine, let it idle for
about 10 seconds.
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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
IMPORTANT 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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verify that the push button start
indication light (green) flashes;
touch the push button start using the
backside of the key (as shown in fig. 5 )
while the push button start indicator
light (green) flashes;
verify that the push button start
indicator light (green) turns on;
press the push button start to start
the engine.
When touching the push button start
using the backside of the key as shown
in the illustration, touch the push button
start with the lock switch side of the key
facing up.
The engine cannot be started unless
the clutch pedal is fully depressed
(manual transmission) or the brake
pedal is fully depressed (automatic
transmission).
If there is a malfunction with the pushbutton start function, the push button
start indicator light (amber) flashes. In
this case, the engine may start,
however contact a Fiat Dealership as
soon as possible.
If the push button start indicator light
(green) does not illuminate, perform the
operation from the beginning again. If it
does not illuminate contact a Fiat
Dealership.
To switch the ignition position without
starting the engine, perform the
following operations after the push
button start indicator light (green) turns
on:
release the clutch pedal (manual
transmission) or brake pedal (automatic
transmission);
press the push button start to switch
the ignition position. The ignition
switches in the order of ACC, ON, and
OFF each time the push button start is
pressed. To switch the ignition position
again, perform the operation from the
beginning.
TURNING THE ENGINE
OFF
5) 6)
Proceed as follows:
stop the vehicle completely;
manual transmission: shift into
neutral and set the parking brake.
Automatic transmission: shift theselector lever to the P position and set
the parking brake.
press the push button start to turn
off the engine. The ignition position is
OFF.
IMPORTANT When leaving the vehicle,
make sure the push button start is off.
Emergency engine stop
Continuously pressing the push button
start or quickly pressing it any number
of times while the engine is running or
the vehicle is being driven will turn the
engine off immediately. The ignition
switches to ACC.
WARNING
3)Before leaving the driver's seat, always
switch the ignition off, set the parking
brake, and make sure the selector lever is
in P (automatic transmission) or in 1
stgear
or R (manual transmission). Leaving the
driver's seat without switching the ignition
off, setting the parking brake, and shifting
the selector lever to P (automatic
transmission) or to 1
stgear or R (manual
transmission) is dangerous. Unexpected
vehicle movement could occur which could
result in an accident. In addition, if your
intention is to leave the vehicle for even a
short period, it is important to switch the
ignition off, as leaving it in another position
will disable some of the vehicle's security
systems and run the battery down.
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4)Radio waves from the key may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers.
Before using the key near people who use
medical devices, ask the medical device
manufacturer or your physician if radio
waves from the key will affect the device.
5)Do not stop the engine while the vehicle
is moving. Stopping the engine while the
vehicle is moving for any reason other than
in an emergency is dangerous. Stopping
the engine while the vehicle is moving will
result in reduced braking ability due to the
loss of power braking, which could cause
an accident and serious injury.
6)Always take the key with you when you
leave your vehicle to prevent someone
from accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the parking brake.
Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.ADVANCED
KEYLESS ENTRY
SYSTEM
(where provided)
6)
The advanced keyless function allows
you to lock/unlock the door and the
boot lid, fuel filler flap, or open the boot
lid while carrying the key.
IMPORTANT Radio waves from the key
may affect medical devices such as
pacemakers: before using the key near
people who use medical devices, ask
the medical device manufacturer or
your physician if radio waves from the
key will affect the device.
IMPORTANT The advanced keyless
entry system functions can be
deactivated to prevent any possible
adverse effect on a user wearing a
pacemaker or other medical device. If
the system is deactivated, you will be
unable to start the engine by carrying
the key. Contact a Fiat Dealership for
details. If the advanced keyless entry
system has been deactivated, you can
start the engine by following the
procedure indicated when the key
battery goes dead.IMPORTANT If the key is left in the
following areas and you leave the
vehicle, the doors may be locked
depending on the radio wave
conditions even if the key is left in the
vehicle:
Around the instrument panel.In the storage compartments such as the
console box.
Next to a communication device such as
a mobile phone.
IMPORTANT
6)The operation of the recognition system
depends on various factors, such as, for
example, any electromagnetic wave
interference from external sources (e.g.
mobile phones), the charge of the battery in
the electronic key and the presence of
metal objects near the key or the vehicle. In
these cases it is still possible to unlock the
doors by using the metal insert in the
electronic key (see description on the
following pages).
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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.
IMPORTANT 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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IMPORTANT Do not use organic
solvents to clean the seat. It may
damage the seat surface and the
heater.
NoteIf the ignition is switched off while the
seat warmer is operating (High, Mid or
Low) and then switched ON again, the
seat warmer will automatically operate
at the temperature set before switching
off the ignition.
Use the seat warmer when the
engine is running. Leaving the seat
warmer on for long periods with the
engine not running could cause the
battery power to be depleted.
The temperature of the seat warmer
cannot be adjusted beyond High, Mid
and Low because the seat warmer is
controlled by a thermostat.
WARNING
15)Make sure the adjustable components
of a seat are locked in place. Adjustable
seats and seatbacks that are not securely
locked are dangerous. In a sudden stop or
collision, the seat or seatback could move,
causing injury. Make sure the adjustable
components of the seat are locked in place
by attempting to slide the seat forward and
backward and rocking the seatback.16)Never allow children to adjust a seat.
Allowing children to adjust a seat is
dangerous as it could result in serious
injury if a child's hands or feet become
caught in the seat.
17)Do not drive with the seatback
unlocked. All of the seatbacks play an
important role in your protection in a
vehicle. Leaving the seatback unlocked is
dangerous as it can allow passengers to
be ejected or thrown around and baggage
to strike occupants in a sudden stop or
collision, resulting in severe injury. After
adjusting the seatback at any time, even
when there are no other passengers, rock
the seatback to make sure it is locked in
place.
18)Adjust the driver's seat only when the
vehicle is stopped. Adjusting the driver's
seat while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. The driver could lose control of
the vehicle and have an accident.
19)Do not modify or replace the seats.
Modifying or replacing the seats such as
replacing the upholstery or loosening any
bolts is dangerous. The seats contain air
bag components essential to the
supplementary restraint system. Such
modifications could damage the
supplementary restraint system and result
in serious injury. Consult a Fiat Dealership if
there is any need to remove or reinstall the
seats.20)Do not drive with damaged seats.
Driving with damaged seats, such as seat
cushions torn or damaged down to the
urethane, is dangerous. A collision, even
one not strong enough to inflate the air
bags, could damage the seats which
contain essential air bag components. If
there was a subsequent collision, an air
bag may not deploy which could lead to
injuries. Always have a Fiat Dealership
inspect the seats, seat belt pretensioners
and air bags after a collision.
21)Do not drive with either seats reclined.
Sitting in a reclined position while the
vehicle is moving is dangerous because
you do not get the full protection from seat
belts. During sudden braking or a collision,
you can slide under the lap belt and suffer
serious internal injuries. For maximum
protection, sit well back and upright.
22)Do not place an object such as a
cushion between the seatback and your
back. Putting an object such as a cushion
between the seatback and your back is
dangerous because you will be unable to
maintain a safe driving posture and the
seat belt cannot function at its full capacity
in a collision, which could result in a
serious accident, injury or death.
23)Do not place objects under the seat.
The object could get stuck and cause the
seat to not be fixed securely, and result in
an accident.
24)Do not stack cargo higher than the
seatbacks. Stacking luggage or other
cargo higher than the seatbacks is
dangerous. During sudden braking or a
collision, objects can fly around and
become projectiles that may hit and injure
passengers.
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