If the Fiat CODE system fails to recognize that code transmitted by the ignition
key (instrument panel warning light 
on) the emergency startup can be performed by using the CODE card code.
See section “In an emergency”.
Catalyzed vehicles must not be bump started (pushed, towed or coasted downhill) as this could cause fuel to flow into the catalytic exhaust system and damage it beyond repair.
Remember that until the engine has started the brake booster and hydraulic
power steering systems will not work and a greater effort will therefore be required
to depress the brake pedal or turn the steering wheel.
See also:
Pretensioners
To increase the efficiency of the front seat belts, the Fiat Punto is fitted
with pretensioners. These devices “feel”, through a sensor, that a violent crash
is in progress and rewind the seat bel ...
Initial check
Turning the ignition key to MAR, the multifunction display shows the message
“Check active”: the diagnostic phase of all the electronic systems on the car has
started. This lasts few seconds: if n ...
“Smart washing” function
Pulling the stalk towards the steering wheel (unstable position) operates the
windscreen washer; indeed, the latter comes into action automatically if the stalk
is pulled for more than half a se ...