Fiat 124 Spider Abarth (2017 year). Manual — part 1

GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS

FRONT VIEW

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Abarth Front View

1 — Engine Compartment

3 — Doors

5 — Exterior Lights

2 — Windshield Wiper Blades

4 — Wheels and Tires

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REAR VIEW

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Abarth Rear View

1 — Outside Mirrors

3 — Antenna

5 — Exterior Lights

2 — Convertible Top (Soft Top)

4 — Trunk Lid

6 — Fuel Door

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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Abarth Instrument Panel

1 — Turn Signal/High Beams Lever

4 — Hazard Warning Lights Button

7 — Driver Air Bag

2 — Instrument Cluster

5 — Passenger Air Bag

8 — Control Buttons

3 — Windshield Wiper and Washers

6 — Ignition Switch

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INTERIOR OVERVIEW

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Abarth Interior Overview

1 — Steering Wheel

4 — Climate Control System

7 — Radio Control

2 — Inside Mirror

5 — Transmission

8 — Seats

3 — Radio Systems

6 — Parking Break

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KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . .21
ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . .22
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED . . . . . . .24
DOORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
NON-ADJUSTABLE HEAD
RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
STEERING WHEEL . . . . . . . . . . .35
MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
EXTERIOR LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . .38
WINDSHIELD WIPERS / WASHER . .42
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .44
POWER WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . .56
HOMELINK — IF EQUIPPED . . . . .59
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . .61
TRUNK LID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
TRUNK EMERGENCY RELEASE . . .68
HOOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69
CONVERTIBLE TOP (SOFT TOP) . .70
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING . . . .74
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

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KEYS

Key Fob

A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this
plate and store it in a safe place (not in
the vehicle) for use if you need to make
a replacement Emergency Key.
Also, write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and
convenient place, but not in the vehicle.
If your key fob is lost, contact an
Authorized Dealership and have your
code number ready.
Note: Your key fob configuration may
vary with different feature button icons
as well as the total number of feature
buttons depending on your vehicle
options/features. Key fob example as
shown.

To use the Emergency Key, push the
mechanical latch on the back side of
the key fob and pull the emergency key
out that's housed inside the key fob.

Note:

Always keep a spare key fob in

case one is lost. If a key fob is lost, see
an Authorized Dealer as soon as
possible.

The driver must carry the key fob to

ensure the keyless entry system
functions properly.

Warning!

Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the

automatic transmission into PARK or the
manual transmission into FIRST gear or
REVERSE, apply the parking brake, turn
the engine OFF, remove the key fob from
the vehicle and lock your vehicle.

Never leave children alone in a vehicle,

or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

Allowing children to be in a vehicle

unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.

Do not leave the key fob in or near the

vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.

Do not leave children or animals inside

parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.

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Abarth Key Fob

1 — Emergency Key
2 — Key Fob
3 — Key Code Number Plate

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Keyless Entry System

The Keyless Entry System is an
enhancement that allows you to
lock/unlock the doors, trunk lid, fuel
filler door, and opens the trunk lid with
the slow and careful push of a button .
The Keyless Entry System allows the
driver to START/STOP the ignition with
the push of a button as long as the key
fob is in the passenger compartment.
If equipped, the Vehicle Security Alarm
System may be armed/disarmed with
the push of the lock/unlock button
located on the key fob.
System Malfunctions/Warnings
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps (refer to “Knowing Your
Instrument Panel” for further
information) :

Warning Light (Red)

Ignition Not Turned OFF Warning

Beep

Key Fob Removed From Vehicle

Warning Beep
If you have a problem with the key fob,
or the key fob is lost or stolen, contact
an Authorized Dealership as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen key fob inoperative.
Note: Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.

Note:

The Keyless Entry System

operational range may vary due to
local weather conditions.

The Keyless Entry System is fully

operational (door/trunk lid/fuel filler
door lock/unlock) when the ignition is
placed in the OFF position. The
Keyless Entry System does not
operate if the ignition is placed to any
position other than the OFF position.

If the key fob does not operate

when pushing a button, the operational
range becomes too small, or warning
light may not illuminate or flash the
battery may be weak or discharged. To
install a new battery, refer to “Key Fob
Battery Replacement.”

Battery life is about one year.

Replace the battery with a new one if
the

Warning light (green) flashes in

the instrument cluster. Replacing the
battery about once a year is
recommended because the

Warning light may not illuminate or

flash if the battery is low or discharged.

Additional key fobs may be

obtained at an Authorized Dealership.
Up to six key fobs may be used with
the Keyless Entry System per vehicle.
Bring all key fobs to an Authorized
Dealership when additional keys are
required.

Key Fob Functions

With A Vehicle Security Alarm
System
The hazard warning lights flash when
the Vehicle Security Alarm System is
armed or disarmed.
With Advanced Keyless Function
A beep can be heard for confirmation
when the doors, trunk lid, and the fuel
filler door are locked/unlocked using the
key fob. The beep indication volume
can be adjusted or turned off.
Use the following procedure to change
the beep setting:

1. Verify or place the ignition in the OFF
position and close both of the doors
and the trunk lid.

2. Open the driver's door.

3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, push and hold the lock

button on the key fob for 5 seconds

or longer.

Note:

Both of the doors, the trunk lid, and

fuel filler door will lock and the beep
sound activates at the currently set
volume (if the beep is currently set to
not activate, it will not activate).

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The setting changes each time the

lock

button on the key fob is pushed

and the beep sound activates at the
set volume (if the beep sound has
been set to not activate, it will not
activate).

Setting change is completed by doing
any one of the following:

Placing the ignition to ACC or ON

position.

Closing the driver's door.

Opening the trunk lid.

Not operating the key fob for

10 seconds.

Pushing any button, except the lock

button on the key fob.

Pushing a request switch on the

exterior door handle.

Note:

Refer to “Lock/Unlock With Advanced
Keyless Entry Function — If Equipped”
in “Doors” for further information.
The operation indicator light flashes
when the buttons are pushed.

Key Fob Buttons

Lock Button
To lock the doors, trunk lid, and the fuel
filler door, push the lock

button and

the hazard warning lights will flash once
and a beep will be heard.
With The Advanced Keyless
Function
To lock the doors and the fuel filler door,
push the lock

button and the hazard

warning lights will flash once.
To confirm that both doors and the fuel
filler door have been locked, push the
lock

button again within five seconds.

If they are closed and locked, the horn
will sound.

Note:

The doors and the fuel filler door

can be locked by pushing the lock

button while either door or the trunk

lid is open, the hazard warning lights
will not flash. When the lock

button

is pushed while any door is open and
then the door is closed, both the doors
and the fuel filler door are locked.

Confirm that both doors and the

fuel filler door are locked visually or
audibly by double-clicking the lock

button on the key fob.

If the vehicle is equipped with a

Vehicle Security Alarm System, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed when
the doors are locked using the key fob.

Unlock Button
To unlock the doors and the trunk lid,
push the unlock

button and the

hazard warning lights will flash twice.

Note:

With the Advanced Keyless function: a
beep will be heard twice.
To unlock the driver's door and the fuel
filler door, push the unlock

button

and the hazard warning lights will flash
twice.

Note:

With the Advanced Keyless function: a
beep will be heard twice.
To unlock both doors and the fuel door,
push the unlock

button again within

three seconds and two more beeps will
be heard.
The system can be set to unlock both
doors. Use the following procedure to
change the setting:

1. Place the ignition in the OFF position
and close both of the doors and the
trunk lid.

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2. Open the driver's door.

3. Within 30 seconds of opening the
driver's door, push and hold the unlock

button on the key fob for 5 seconds

or longer.

Note:

The sound of the doors locking/
unlocking can be heard. After this, the
system changes the setting each time
the unlock

button is pushed (the

sound of the doors locking/unlocking
can be heard).

The setting change can be

completed by doing any one of the
following:

1. Placing the ignition in the ACC or
ON position.

2. Closing the driver’s door.

3. Opening the trunk lid.

4. Not operating the key fob for
10 seconds.

5. Pushing any button except the
unlock

button on the key fob.

6. Pushing a request switch on the
exterior door handle.

Auto Re-Lock Function: after

unlocking with the key fob, both doors,
trunk lid, and the fuel filler door will
automatically lock if any of the following
operations are not performed within
about 30 seconds. If your vehicle is

equipped with a Vehicle Security Alarm
System, the hazard warning lights will
flash for confirmation. The time required
for the doors to lock automatically can
be changed. A door or the trunk lid is
opened and the ignition is placed in any
position other than OFF.

With Vehicle Security Alarm

System: when the doors are unlocked
by pushing the unlock

button on the

key fob while the Vehicle Security Alarm
System is turned off, the hazard
warning lights will flash twice to indicate
that the system is turned off.

Auto re-lock function: after

unlocking with the key fob, both doors
and the fuel filler door will automatically
lock if any of the following operations
are not performed within about
60 seconds. If your vehicle is equipped
with a Vehicle Security Alarm System,
the hazard warning lights will flash for
confirmation. The time required for the
doors to lock automatically can be
changed. A door or the trunk lid is
opened and the ignition is placed in any
position other than OFF.

With Vehicle Security Alarm

System: when the doors are unlocked
by pushing the unlock

button on the

key fob while the Vehicle Security Alarm
System is turned off, the hazard
warning lights will flash twice to indicate
that the system is turned off.

Trunk Button
To open the trunk lid, push and hold the
trunk button

or

HOLD until

the trunk lid opens.
Panic Button
To turn the Panic Alarm feature ON or
OFF, push and hold the panic button
! HOLD on the key fob for at least one
second and release. When the Panic
Alarm is on, the headlights will turn on,
the park lights will flash, the horn will
pulse on and off, and the turn signal
lights will flash.
Note: The panic button will work
whether any door or the trunk lid is
open or closed.

Turning On The Alarm
Pushing the panic button for one
second or more will trigger the alarm for
about two minutes and thirty seconds,
and the following will occur:

The horn sounds intermittently.

The hazard warning lights flash.

Turning Off The Alarm
The alarm will stop by pushing any
button on the key fob.

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Operational Range

The system operates only when the
driver is in the vehicle or within
operational range while the key fob is
being carried or on your person.
Starting The Engine
Starting the engine may be possible
even if the key fob is outside of the
vehicle and extremely close to a door
and window, however, always start the
engine from the driver's seat.
If the vehicle is started and the key fob
is not in the vehicle, the vehicle will not
restart after it is shut off and the ignition
is placed in the OFF position.
The trunk is out of the assured
operational range, however, if the key
fob is operable the engine will start.

With The Advanced Keyless
Function

Without The Advanced Keyless
Function

Note: The engine may not start if the
key fob is placed in or around the
following areas:

Around The Instrument Panel

In The Storage Compartments

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With Advanced Keyless Entry

Sensors

1 — Interior Antenna
2 — Operational Range

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Without Advanced Keyless Entry

Sensors

1 — Interior Antenna
2 — Operational Range

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Key Suspend Function

If a key fob is left in the vehicle, the
functions of the key fob left in the
vehicle are temporarily suspended to
prevent unlawful use of the vehicle.
To restore the functions, push the
unlock button on the functions-
suspended key fob left in the vehicle.

Key Fob Battery
Replacement

If the buttons on the key fob are
inoperable and the indicator light does
not flash, the battery power level may
be low or discharged.
Replace with a new battery
(CR2025 type) before the key fob
becomes unusable.
The following conditions indicate that
the battery power is low:

Indicator light (green) flashes in

the instrument cluster for about
30 seconds after the engine is placed in
the OFF position.

The system does not operate and

the operation indicator light on the key
fob does not flash when the buttons are
pushed.

The system's operational range is

reduced.
Note: Replacing the battery at an
Authorized Dealership is recommended
to prevent damage to the key fob. If
replacing the battery by yourself, follow
the instruction below.

Replacing The Key Fob Battery
Proceed as follows:

1. Push the mechanical release button
(1) and pull out the Emergency Key (2).

2. Insert a coin, a flat blade screw
driver, or the tip of your emergency key
into the now exposed slot and carefully
pry in the direction of the arrows to
open the cover (3) slightly.

3. Insert a coin, a flat blade screw
driver, or the tip of your emergency key
into the side gap and carefully pry in
the direction of the arrow to open the
cover (4).

4. Remove the battery cap (3), then
remove the battery (5).

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Emergency Key Removed

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Pry Case Left Side

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Pry Case Right Side

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5. Insert a new battery with the positive
pole facing up. Then, cover the battery
with the battery cap.

6. Close the cover and reinsert the
Emergency Key.

Note: Be careful not to allow the
rubber ring shown in call-out (6) to be

scratched or damaged. If the rubber
ring comes out, reinstall it before
inserting a new battery.

Key Fob Cautions

Because the key fob uses low-intensity
radio waves, it may not function
correctly under the following conditions:

The key fob is carried with

communication devices such as cellular
phones.

The key fob contacts or is covered

by a metal object.

The key fob is near electronic

devices such as personal computers.

Non-FCA genuine electronic

equipment is installed in the vehicle.

There is equipment which discharges

radio waves near the vehicle.

The key fob may consume battery

power excessively if it receives
high-intensity radio waves. Do not place
the key fob near electronic devices
such as televisions or personal
computers.
To avoid damage to the key fob,
DO NOT:

Drop the key fob.

Get the key fob wet.

Disassemble the key fob.

Expose the key fob to high

temperatures on places such as the
instrument panel or engine
compartment, under direct sunlight.

Expose the key fob to any kind of

magnetic field.

Place heavy objects on the key fob.

Put the key fob in an ultrasonic

cleaner.

Put any magnetized objects close to

the key fob.

General Information

The following regulatory statement
applies to all Radio Frequency (RF)
devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.

2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Note:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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Remove Back Cover For Battery

Replacement

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Install New Battery

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IGNITION SWITCH

Push Button Start
Positions

The system operates only when the key
fob is within operational range.
Each time the keyless ignition
START/STOP button is pushed, the
ignition cycles in the order of OFF, ACC,
and ON. Pushing the START/STOP
button again from ON position cycles
the ignition to the OFF position.

Note:

The engine starts by pushing the

keyless ignition START/STOP button
while depressing the clutch pedal
(manual transmission) or the brake
pedal (automatic transmission). To
change the ignition position, push the

keyless ignition START/STOP button
without depressing the clutch or brake
pedal.

Do not leave the ignition in the ON

position while the engine is not
running, doing so could result in the
battery being discharged. If the ignition
is left in ACC position (for automatic
transmission, the gear selector is in the
P position, and the ignition is in ACC),
the ignition cycles to the OFF position
automatically after about 25 minutes.

OFF
The power supply to electrical devices
turns off and the keyless ignition start
indicator light (amber) also turns off. In
the OFF position, the steering wheel is
locked.
ACC (Accessory)
Some electrical accessories will operate
and the indicator light (amber)
illuminates. In the ACC position, the
steering wheel is unlocked.
The Keyless Entry System does not
function while the keyless ignition has
been placed in the ACC position, and
the doors will not lock/unlock even if
they have been locked manually.
ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started.

Note:

The indicator light (amber) turns off (the
indicator light amber illuminates when
the ignition has been placed in the ON
position and the engine is not running).
Some indicator lights/warning lights
should be inspected before the engine
is started.
When the keyless ignition has been
placed in the ON position, the sound of
the fuel pump motor operating near the
fuel tank can be heard. This does not
indicate an abnormality.

Warning!

Never use the PARK position as a

substitute for the parking brake. Always
apply the parking brake fully when parked
to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.

When leaving the vehicle, always make

sure the ignition is in the OFF mode,
remove the key fob from the vehicle, and
lock your vehicle.

Never leave children alone in a vehicle,

or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle
unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission gear
selector.

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Abarth Keyless START/STOP

Ignition Button

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Do not leave the key fob in or near the

vehicle, (or in a location accessible to
children), and do not leave the ignition in
the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.

Be sure the parking brake is fully

disengaged before driving; failure to do so
can lead to brake failure and a collision.

Always fully apply the parking brake

when leaving your vehicle, or it may roll
and cause damage or injury. Also be
certain to leave the transmission in PARK.
Failure to do so may allow the vehicle to
roll and cause damage or injury.

Driving the vehicle with the parking

brake engaged, or repeated use of the
parking brake to slow the vehicle may
cause serious damage to the brake
system.

ADVANCED
KEYLESS ENTRY
SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED

Advanced Keyless Entry
System

The Advanced Keyless Entry function
allows you to lock/unlock the door,
trunk lid, and fuel filler door, or open the
trunk lid while carrying the key fob.

Warning!

Radio waves from the key fob may affect
medical devices such as pacemakers:
before using the key fob near people who
use medical devices, ask the medical
device manufacturer or your physician if
radio waves from the key fob will affect the
device.

System Malfunctions/Warnings
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps:

Request Switch Inoperable Warning

Beep.

Key Fob Left-In-Trunk Warning Beep.

Key Fob Left-In-Vehicle Warning

Beep.
Note: The Advanced Keyless Entry
System functions can be deactivated to
prevent any possible adverse effect on
a user wearing a pacemaker or other
medical device. If the system is
deactivated, you will be unable to start
the engine by carrying the key fob.
Contact an Authorized Dealership for
details. If the Advanced Keyless Entry
System has been deactivated, you can
start the engine by following the
procedure indicated when the key fob
battery becomes discharged.

Operational Range
The system operates only when the
driver is in the vehicle or within
operational range while the key fob is
being carried.
Note: When the battery power is low,
or in places where there are
high-intensity radio waves or noise, the
operational range may become
narrower or the system may not
operate.

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Locking/Unlocking The Doors And
The Trunk Lid

Note: The system may not operate if
you are too close to the windows or
door handles.

Opening The Trunk Lid

General Information

The following regulatory statement
applies to all Radio Frequency (RF)
devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.

2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Note:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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Request Switch Door Functions

1 — Exterior Antenna
2 — Operational Range
3 — Distance (31 inches)

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Electronic Trunk Release

1 — Exterior Antenna
2 — Operational Range
3 — Distance (31 inches)

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Modifications And
Add-On Equipment

FCA cannot guarantee the immobilizer
and the Security Alarm System
operation if the system has been
modified or if any add-on equipment
has been installed.
Note: To avoid damage to the vehicle,
do not modify the system or install any
add-on equipment to the immobilizer
and the Security Alarm System or the
vehicle.

Immobilizer System

The immobilizer system allows the
engine to start only with a key fob the
system recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized key fob, the
engine will not start, thereby helping to
prevent unlawful vehicle use.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key fob,
contact an Authorized Dealership.
To avoid damage to the key fob, do not:

Drop the key fob.

Get the key fob wet.

Expose the key fob to any kind of

magnetic field.

Expose the key fob to high

temperatures on places such as the
instrument panel, hood, or under direct
sunlight.

Note:

Changes or modifications not

expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

If the engine does not start with the

correct key fob, and the

warning

light keeps illuminating or flashing, the
system may have a malfunction.
Contact an Authorized Dealership.

The key fobs carry a unique

electronic code. For this reason, and to
assure your safety, obtaining a
replacement key fob can only be done
through your Authorized Dealership,
and will require some waiting time.

Always keep a spare key fob in

case one is lost. If a key fob is lost,
contact an Authorized Dealership as
soon as possible.

If you lose a key fob, an Authorized

Dealership will reset the electronic
codes of your remaining key fobs and
immobilizer system. Bring all the
remaining key fobs to an Authorized
Dealership to reset. Starting the vehicle
with a key fob that has not been reset
is not possible.

Operation
The engine may not start and

warning light may illuminate or flash

if the key fob is placed in an area where
it is difficult for the system to detect the
signal, such as on the instrument panel.
Move the key fob to a location within
the signal range, cycle the ignition off,
and then restart the engine.

Note: Signals from a TV, radio station,
transceiver, or mobile telephone could
interfere with your immobilizer system. If
you are using the proper key fob and
the engine fails to start, check the

warning light.

Arming
The system is armed when the ignition
is cycled from the ON to OFF position.
The

warning light in the instrument

cluster flashes every two seconds until
the system is disarmed.
Disarming
The system is disarmed when the
ignition is placed in the ON position with
the correct programmed key fob. The

warning light illuminates for about

three seconds and then turns off. If the
engine does not start with the correct
key fob, and the

warning light

remains illuminated or flashing, try the
following:

Make sure the key fob is within the

operational range for signal
transmission.

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