Engaging
When the key is to STOP or PARK remove the key and turn the steering wheel until it locks.
Disengaging
Rock the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.
WARNING
Never remove the ignition key while the car is moving. The steering wheel would automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it. This also applies when the car is being towed.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out whatever after-market operation involving steering system or steering column modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device) that could badly affect performance and safety, cause the lapse of warranty and also result in non-compliance of the car with homologation requirements.
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Emergency start-up
If the Fiat code cannot deactivate the engine immobilizing system, the warning
lights stay on and the engine will
not start. Follow the emergency start-up procedure to start the engine.
Read the ...
Starting procedure for diesel versions
Proceed as follows:
❒ Ensure that the handbrake is up;
❒ Put the gear lever into neutral;
❒ Turn the ignition key to MAR. The warning lights
and
will light up on the instru ...
Cigar Lighter — If Equipped
WARNING!
When the cigar lighter is in use it becomes very hot.
To avoid serious injury, handle the cigar lighter with care. Always check that
the cigar lighter has turned off. ...