ignition FIAT IDEA 2008 1.G Owners Manual

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REFUELLING
Petrol engines:only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95.
Diesel engines:only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to
the damage caused.
ENGINE STARTING
Petrol engines:make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.
Diesel engines:make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the
Yand mwarning lights to
go off; turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
While working, the catalyst develops a very high temperature. Do not park the car over grass, dry leaves, pine nee-
dles or any other inflammable materials: risk of fire.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
A system for continuously monitoring emission system components to ensure greater environmental protection is
fitted in your car.
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DASHBOARD
AND CONTROLSDASHBOARD........................................................................ 5
INSTRUMENT PANEL ....................................................... 7
SYMBOLS ............................................................................... 9
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM ................................................. 9
KEY KIT AND DOOR LOCKING .................................. 10
IGNITION SWITCH ............................................................ 18
INSTRUMENTS ..................................................................... 19
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ........................................... 20
RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ... 23
ADJUSTMENT OF THE WHEEL ...................................... 36
ADJUSTMENT OF THE SEATS ......................................... 36
HEAD RESTRAINTS ............................................................ 41
REARVIEW MIRRORS ......................................................... 42
HEATING/CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................................... 44
HEATING AND VENTILATION ...................................... 45
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ................... 48
AUTOMATIC TWO-ZONE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................................... 51
EXTERNAL LIGHTS............................................................. 58
WINDOW WASHING ....................................................... 60
CRUISE CONTROL ............................................................ 63CEILING LIGHTS ................................................................. 64
LIGHT CONTROL BUTTONS ......................................... 66
INERTIAL FUEL CUT- OFF SWITCH ............................. 67
INTERIOR FITTINGS ......................................................... 68
SMOKERS’ KIT ...................................................................... 71
SUNROOF.............................................................................. 72
POWER WINDOWS ......................................................... 74
REAR WINDOW WINDERS ............................................ 75
BOOT ...................................................................................... 76
BONNET ................................................................................ 80
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK .................................................... 81
HEADLIGHTS ........................................................................ 82
ABS SYSTEM ......................................................................... 83
EOBD SYSTEM ..................................................................... 84
SOUND SYSTEM .................................................................. 85
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER ......... 86
“DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEM ............................................................. 87
PARKING SENSORS ........................................................... 88
AT THE FILLING STATION ............................................. 90
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT ............................ 92
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DASHBOARD
The presence and the position of the instruments and warning lights may vary according to the versions.
According to Customer’s requirements the upper and lower central console can offer different solutions, as shown in the follow-
ing figures.
1.Side vents - 2.Left-hand stalk - 3.Upper left oddment compartment - 4.Right-hand stalk - 5.Central vents -
6.Instrument panel - 7.Upper right oddment compartment housing the front passenger’s airbag deactivation switch - 8.Glove com-
partment - 9.Front passenger’s airbag - 10.Heating/ventilation/climate controls - 11.Control buttons - 12.Sound system (where
provided) - 13.Ignition switch - 14.Driver’s airbag - 15.Cruise Control (where provided).
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F0H0012mfig. 10
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached
near or actually on some of the compo-
nents of your Fiat Idea. These labels bear
symbols that remind you of the precau-
tions to be taken as regards that particu-
lar component.
The plate summarising the symbols used
can be found under the bonnet fig. 10.
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
To further protect you car from theft, it
has been fitted with an engine immobilis-
ing system. This system is automatically ac-
tivated when the ignition key is removed.
An electronic device, in fact, is fitted in
each ignition key grip. The device trans-
mits a radio-frequency signal when the en-
gine is started through a special aerial built
into the ignition switch. The modulate sig-
nal, 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.
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KEY KIT AND DOOR
LOCKING
CODE CARD
(Optional for versions/markets
where applicable) fig. 11
The car is delivered with the keys and the
CODE card which bears the following:
❒the electronic code A;
❒the mechanical key code Bto be giv-
en to the Fiat Dealership when or-
dering duplicate keys.
IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect
efficiency of the electronic devices con-
tained inside the keys, they should never
be exposed to direct sunlight. OPERATION
Each time the car is started turning the ig-
nition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE sys-
tem control unit sends a recognition code
to the engine control unit to deactivate
the inhibitor.
The code is sent only if the Fiat CODE
system control unit has recognised the
code transmitted from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to the
STOPposition, the Fiat CODE system
deactivates the functions of the engine
electronic control unit.
At starting, if the code has not been recog-
nised correctly, the warning light
Ywill
come on.
In this case, the key should be moved to
the STOPposition and then back to
MAR; if the lock continues, possibly try
again with the other key provided with the
car. If it is still not possible to start the car,
then contact a Fiat Dealership.
IMPORTANT Every key has its own code,
which must be memorised by the system
control unit. To memorise new keys, up
to a maximum of eight, apply to Fiat Deal-
ership.Warning light
Ycoming on when
driving
❒If the warning light Yturns on, this
means that the system is running a self-
test (for example for a voltage drop).
Should the inconvenience persists,
contact a Fiat Dealership.
The electronic components
inside the key may be dam-
aged if the key is submitted to
sharp knocks.
All the keys and the CODE
card must be handed over to
the new owner when selling
the car.
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MAIN KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL fig. 12
The metal insert Aof the key is grip-re-
tractable.
The key operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒driver’s door lock;
❒cut-in of door lock device D-fig. 13
when the electric system is failing (e.g.
run-down battery);
❒cut-in of child lock safety device Eon
rear doors.
fig. 11F0H0700mfig. 12F0H0701m
fig. 13F0H0246m
Button B-fig. 12opens the metal insert
A.
To refit the metal insert Ainto the key
grip:
❒keep button Bpressed
❒move the metal insert A
❒release button Band then turn the
metal insert Auntil hearing the click
as it locks into place.
Button
Ëunlocks the doors, the tailgate
and the fuel cap.
Button Álocks the doors, the tailgate and
the fuel cap.
Button
Runlocks the boot.
IMPORTANT The remote control system
frequency can be disturbed by significant
radio transmissions outside the car (e.g:
mobile phones, HAM radio systems, etc.)
that could cause remote control malfunc-
tioning.
Button B-fig. 12 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 oth-
ers, especially children, who may in-
advertently press the button.
WARNING
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fig. 19F0H0322m
Request for additional remote
controls
The system can recognise up to 8 keys
with incorporated remote control. Should
a new key with remote control be nec-
essary, contact a Fiat Dealership, taking
with you the CODE card, a personal iden-
tity document and the car’s ownership
documents.
Used batteries are harmful to
the environment. They should
be disposed of as specified by
law in the special containers
provided, or take them to a Fiat Deal-
ership, which will deal with their dis-
posal.
fig. 18F0H0014m
KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL (SPARE KEY)
(where required)
The metal insert A-fig. 18of the key is
grip-retractable.
The key operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the driver’s door;
❒cut-in of door lock device C-fig. 19
when the electric system is failing (e.g.
run-down battery;
❒cut-in of child lock safety device D-
fig. 19on rear doors.
Button B-fig. 18opens the metal insert
A.To refit the metal insert Ainto the key
grip:
❒keep button Bpressed
❒move the metal insert A
❒release button Band then turn the
metal insert Auntil hearing the click
as it locks into place.
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Button B 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 oth-
ers, especially children, who may in-
advertently press the button.
WARNING
fig. 20F0H0705mfig. 21F0H0322m
KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL (SPARE KEY)
(where required)
The metal insert A-fig. 20of the key is
fixed.
The key operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the driver’s door;
❒cut-in of door lock device C-fig. 21
when the electric system is failing (e.g.
run-down battery);
❒cut-in of child lock safety device D-
fig. 21on rear doors.
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CHILD LOCK fig. 22
To prevent opening the rear doors from
the inside.
This device can be engaged only with
doors open.
❒position 1- engaged (door locked);
❒position 2- disengaged (door open-
able from inside).
The device Ais engaged even if the doors
are unlocked by the centralised system.
IMPORTANT Always use the lock when
transporting children.
IMPORTANT After engaging the lock,
check by trying to open a rear door with
the internal handle.
Child lock device A is prop-
erly engaged only if after
turning the revolving plug it clicks in
horizontal position (1).
WARNING
Child lock device A is prop-
erly disengaged only if after
turning the revolving plug it clicks in
vertical position (2).
WARNINGfig. 22F0H0101m
EMERGENCY DEVICE
FOR LOCKING DOORS
FROM THE OUTSIDE fig. 23
Doors are fitted with a special device en-
abling to lock all doors when the electric
system is failing (no current).
To lock the doors:
❒fit the ignition key into the revolving
plug B;
❒turn the device to position 1and close
the door.To open the doors:
❒fit the ignition key into the revolving
plug of the driver’s door and turn it
counterclockwise;
❒open the driver’s door;
❒once inside the car, open the other
doors using the levers set on door
handles.
fig. 23F0H0247m
Never operate the child lock
device and the door handle
at the same time.
WARNING
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IGNITION SWITCH
The key can be turned to 3 different po-
sitions fig. 24:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be re-
moved, steering column locked. Cer-
tain electrical devices (e.g.: sound sys-
tem, power windows…) can work.
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical
devices are powered.
❒AVV: engine starting (unstable posi-
tion).
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety
mechanism that, in the event the engine is
not started, turns back the ignition key to
STOPbefore repeating the starting op-
eration.
fig. 24F0H0021m
STEERING COLUMN LOCK
Engaging
When the key is to STOPremove the
key and turn the steering wheel until it
locks.
Disengaging
Rock the steering wheel slightly as you
turn the ignition key to MAR.
If the ignition device is tam-
pered with (e.g.: attempted
theft), have it checked over by a Fiat
Dealership.
WARNING
Never remove the ignition
key while the car is moving.
The steering wheel would automati-
cally lock as soon as you try to turn
it. This also applies when the car is
being towed.
WARNING
When getting out of the car,
always remove the key to
prevent any occupants from acci-
dentally activating the controls. Re-
member to engage the handbrake. If
the car is parked on uphill slope to
engage the first gear. If the car is fac-
ing downhill, engage the reverse gear.
Never leave unsupervised children in
the car.
WARNING
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