The Fiat Code System - Abarth Punto Evo Owner's Handbook Manual

SYMBOLS
KNOWING
YOUR VEHICLE
Special coloured labels have been attached near or
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 component.
SAFETY
The plate summarising the symbols used can be found
under the bonnet, fig. 2.
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
MAINTENANCE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CONTENTS
fig. 2
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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.
An electronic device is fitted in each ignition key grip.
The device transmits a radio-frequency signal when the
engine is started through a special aerial built into the
ignition switch. The modulated 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.
OPERATION
Each time the vehicle is started by turning the ignition
key to MAR, the Fiat CODE system control unit sends
a recognition code to the engine control unit to
deactivate the immobiliser.
The acknowledgement 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 STOP, the Fiat
CODE system deactivates the functions of the engine
management control unit.
If the code is not recognised correctly during ignition,
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the warning light comes on in the instrument panel.
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