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:
Structure
Self-supporting chassis, three or five doors, high-resistance, multiple thickness
structural elements for progressive energy absorption in impacts.
Side bars in doors for side impact protection and ...
To close the bonnet
Proceed as follows:
❒ hold the bonnet up with one hand and, with the other, remove rod (C) from recess
(D) replace it in its clip;
❒ lower the bonnet at approx. 20 cm from the engine ...
Operation
Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, or PARK, the protection system
will automatically immobilise the engine.
When the key is turned to MAR to start the engine:
1) if the code is recognis ...