FIAT PUNTO 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. FI\
AT reserves the right to modify the models and versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commerc\
ial reasons. If you have any further questions please consult your FIAT dealer. Printed in recycled paper without chlorine.
OWNER HANDBOOK
FIATPUNTO
ENGLISH
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We really know your car because we invented, designed and built it: we r\
eally know every single detail. At Fiat Service authorised workshops you can find technicians directly trained by us,
offering quality and professionalism for all service operations.
Fiat workshops are always close to you for the regular servicing operati\
ons, season checks and practical recommendations by our experts.
With Fiat Genuine Parts you keep the reliability, comfort and performanc\
e features of your new car unchanged in time: that's why you bought it for.
Always ask for Genuine Parts for the components used on our cars; we rec\
ommend them because
they come from our steady commitment in research and development of high\
ly innovative technologies. For all these reasons: rely on Genuine Parts, because they are the only ones designed
by Fiat for your car.
SAFETY:
BRAKING SYSTEMENVIRONMENT: PARTICULATE FILTERS, CLIMATE CONTROL MAINTENANCECOMFORT: SUSPENSION
AND WINDSCREEN WIPERS PERFORMANCE: SPARK PLUGS, INJECTORS AND BATTERIESLINEACCESSORI
ROOF RACK BARS, WHEEL RIMS
WHY CHOOSING GENUINE PARTS
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CHOOSING GENUINE PARTS
IS THE MOST NATURAL CHOICE
PERFORMANCE
GENUINE PARTS
COMFORT
GENUINE PARTS
SAFETY
GENUINE PARTS
AMBIENT
GENUINE PARTS
VALUES
GENUINE PARTS
ACCESSORIES
GENUINE PARTS
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HOW TO RECOGNISE GENUINE PARTS
Air cleaner
Genuine
Parts
Shock absorber
Genuine
Parts
Brake pads
Genuine
Parts
To recognise a Genuine Part, check that the component bears our brands, always clearly visible on Genuine Parts, from the braking system to windscreen wipers, from shock absorbers to ai\
r cleaner.
All Genuine Parts undergo strict controls, both during design and manufacturing stages, by specialists using vanguard materials, to test the component reliability.
This to guarantee performance and safety for you and your passengers on board, for a long time. Always ask for and make sure a Genuine Part has been used.





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Dear Customer,
Thank you for selecting Fiat and congratulations on your choice of a Fia\
t Punto.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features o\
f your car and use it in the best possible way.
You should read it right through before taking to the road for the first\
time.
You will find information, tips and important warnings regarding the dri\
ving of your car to help you get the most from the techno-
logical features of your Fiat.
Carefully read the warnings and indications, marked with the following s\
ymbols:
personal safety;
the car’s wellbeing;
environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Fiat offers to its\
customers:
❒the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its v\
alidity
❒the range of additional services available to Fiat customers.
Enjoy the read. Happy motoring!
This Owner Handbook describes all versions of the Fiat Punto;
please consider only the information relevant to your version, engine an\
d configuration.
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READ THIS CAREFULLY!

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REFUELLINGPetrol engines : refuel only with unleaded petrol with an octane rating (RON) of no l\
ess than 95 conforming to
the European specification EN228.
Diesel engines: refuel only with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification \
EN590.
The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repai\
r and consequently invalidate the war-
ranty, depending on the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE Petrol engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged, set the gearshift lever to ne\
utral, 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 ne\
utral, fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to MAR and \
wait for the warning lights
Yand mto
go off; turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engin\
e has started.
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 car is fitted with a system that allows continuous diagnosis of the \
components correlated with emissions to en-
sure better respect for the environment.
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ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (wit\
h the risk of gradually draining the battery), visit
a Fiat Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement\
and check that the car’s electrical system can
support the required load.
CODE card
Keep it in a safe place, not in the car. You should have the electronic \
code from the CODE card with you at all
times.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring it stays in tip\
-top condition and safeguards its safety fea-
tures, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long t\
ime to come.
THE OWNER’S HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
... important information, advice and warnings for correct use, driving \
safety and maintenance of your car over time.
Pay special attention to the symbols
"(personal safety) #(protecting the environment) !(risk of serious damage
to the vehicle).

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SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
CONTROLS
AND DEVICESDASHBOARD ......................................................................\
5
SYMBOLS ........................................................................\
....... 6
THE FIAT C ODE SYSTEM ................................................. 6
THE KEYS ........................................................................\
...... 8
ALARM ........................................................................\
........... 10
IGNITION .......................................................................\
...... 12
INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................................ 13
INSTRUMENTS .................................................................... 14
DIGITAL DISPLAY ............................................................... 16
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ............................................ 21
TRIP COMPUTER ................................................................ 30
FRONT SEATS ..................................................................... 32
REAR S EATS ........................................................................\
.. 33
HEAD RESTRAINTS ........................................................... 34
STEERING WHEEL .............................................................. 35
MIRRORS .......................................................................\
........ 35
HEATING AND VENTILATION SYSTE M .................... 37
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTE M .................... 41
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ............................................................. 47
WINDOW CLEAN ING ..................................................... 49
CEILING COURTESY LIGHTS ......................................... 51
CONTROLS .......................................................................\
. 53
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM ................................................... 55 INTERIOR FI
TTINGS ........................................................... 56
DOORS ........................................................................\
.......... 60
ELECTRIC WINDOW OPENING ................................. 63
BOOT ........................................................................\
............. 65
BONNET .......................................................................\
........ 68
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK .................................................... 69
HEADLIGHTS ....................................................................... 70
ABS SYSTE M ......................................................................\
... 72
ESP SYSTEM ......................................................................\
.... 73
EOBD SYSTEM ..................................................................... 76
“DUAL DRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING SYSTEM ............................................................. 77
START&STOP SYSTEM ...................................................... 79
SYSTÈME GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR ............................. 84
SOUND SYSTE M ................................................................. 85
ABILITY TO INSTALL A PORTABLE
NAVIGATION SYSTEM ..................................................... 86
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER ......... 86
REFEULLING THE CAR ..................................................... 88
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT ........................... 89
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DASHBOARD
The presence and position of the controls, the instruments and the indic\
ators may vary according to the versions.
1.Adjustable side air vents – 2.Fixed side air vents – 3.Left-hand lever: exterior lights control – 4. Instrument panel – 5.Right-
hand lever: front and rear windscreen wiper controls, trip computer –\
6. Controls on dashboard – 7.Adjustable central air vents
– 8. Fixed upper air vent – 9.Front airbag, passenger side – 10. Glove compartment – 11.Sound system (for versions/markets
where provided) – 12. HVAC controls – 13.Ignition – 14.Front airbag, driver’s side – 15. Steering wheel adjustment lever
– 16. Controls display: fog light/rear fog lamp/headlamp alignment adjustment/\
digital display/multifunction display.
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SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
CONTROLS
AND DEVICES
F0M0606mfig. 1
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SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
CONTROLS
AND DEVICES
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached
near or actually on some of the compo-
nents of your Fiat Punto. 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. 2.
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
This is an electrical engine locking sys-
tem which increases protection against
an attempted theft of the car. It is auto-
matically activated when the ignition key
is extracted.
Each key contains an electronic device
which modulates the signal emitted dur-
ing ignition by an antenna built into the
ignition device. This signal is the ‘pass-
word’ which changes at each ignition and
which the control unit uses to recognise
the key and enable ignition.
fig. 2F0M600m
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