Fiat 500 Owner's Handbook Manual page 5

SYMBOLS
GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR
Special coloured labels have been attached near or
CAR
actually on some of the components of your car.
These labels bear symbols that remind you of the
precautions to be taken as regards that particular
SAFETY
component.
The inner surface of the engine bonnet includes a
label with the different symbols used.
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
4
THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
This is an electronic engine locking system which
increases protection against attempted thefts of the
car. It is automatically activated when the ignition key
is removed.
Each time the vehicle is started by turning the
ignition key to MAR-ON, the Fiat CODE system
control unit sends a recognition code to the engine
control unit to deactivate the immobiliser.
If, during starting, the code is not correctly
recognised, a warning light
instrument panel. In this case, turn the key to STOP
and then to MAR; if it is still locked, try again with
the other keys that come with the vehicle. Contact a
Fiat Dealership if you still cannot start the engine.
IMPORTANT Each key has its own code which must
be stored by the system's electronic control unit.
Contact the Fiat Dealership to have new keys (up to
eight) stored with the code.
Warning light switching on while driving
If the warning light switches on, this means that
the system is running a self-diagnosis (for example
for a voltage drop). Should the fault persist, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
comes on in the