The key can be turned to 4 different positions:
❒ STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked. Certain electrical
devices (e.g.: sound system, power windows, etc.) can work.
❒ MAR: driving position. All electrical devices are powered.
❒ AVV: engine starting.
❒ PARK: engine off, parking lights on, steering column locked. To turn the key to
PARK, press button (A).
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety mechanism that, in the event the engine is not started, turns back the ignition key to STOP before epeating the starting operation.
WARNING
If the ignition device is tampered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked over by a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
When getting out of the car, always remove the key to prevent any occupants from accidentally activating the controls. Remember to engage the handbrake. If the car is parked on uphill slope to engage the first gear. If the car is facing downhill, engage the reverse gear. Never leave unsupervised children in the car.
See also:
Child Restraints
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be buckled up at all times, including babies
and children. Every state in the United States, and all Canadian provinces, require
that small children ride in prope ...
Older Children And Child Restraints
Children who are two years old or who have outgrown their rear-facing convertible
child seat can ride forwardfacing in the vehicle. Forward-facing child seats and
convertible child seats used in t ...
Parking sensors
The parking system detects and informs the driver (through an intermittent acoustic
signal) about the presence of obstacles in the rear part of the car. ...