Fiat 124 Spider 2018 Owner's Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
2018
FIAT®124 SPIDER ABARTH
VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name
FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name
FCA Canada Inc. used in substitution therefore.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of
accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated nondrinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident.
Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are
slower, and your judgment is impaired when you
have been drinking. Never drink and then drive.
This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
features and equipment that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a
description of features and equipment that are no longer
available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please
disregard any features and equipment described in this
manual that are not on this vehicle.
FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design
and specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation
upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
Copyright © 2017 FCA US LLC
DEAR CUSTOMER
Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing a Fiat 124 Spider.
We have written this Owner’s Manual to help you get to know all the features of your vehicle and use it in the best possible way.
Here you will find information, advice and important warnings regarding use of your vehicle and how to achieve the best
performance from the technical features of your vehicle.
You are advised to take the time to read these publications carefully before taking to the road for the first time, to become
familiar with the controls and above all with those concerning brakes, steering and transmission; at the same time, you can
understand the vehicle behavior on different road surfaces.
This document also provides a description of special features and tips, as well as essential information for the safe driving, care
and maintenance of your vehicle over time.
After reading it, you are advised to keep the Owner’s Manual inside the vehicle, for an easy reference and for making sure it
remains in the vehicle should it be sold.
In the attached Warranty Booklet you will also find a description of the Services that FCA offers to its customers, and the detail
of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity.
We are sure that these will help you to get in touch with and appreciate your new vehicle and the service provided by the
people at FCA.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
Note: This Owner’s Manual describes all models of the vehicle; please consider only the information relevant to your vehicle’s
trim level, engine and model. All data contained in this publication are purely indicative. FCA can modify the vehicle model
described in this publication at any time, for technical or commercial purposes. For further information, contact your authorized
dealer.
Read This Carefully
REFUELING
Only refuel with unleaded gasoline with a recommended rating of 91 octane. A rating less than 87 octane is not acceptable. Do not use
gasoline containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and handling issues, as well as damage fundamental
components of the fuel supply system.
STARTING THE ENGINE
If equipped with a manual transmission: Be sure that the parking brake is engaged; place the gear selector in NEUTRAL, fully depress the
clutch pedal without pressing the accelerator, and then push the ignition button. The engine will start as soon as the ignition is pushed.
If equipped with an automatic transmission: Be sure that the parking brake is engaged and that the gear selector is in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N), depress the brake pedal, and then push the ignition button. The engine will start as soon as the ignition is pushed.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the vehicle on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is equipped with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
Contact your authorized dealer if you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery) after buying the
vehicle. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electric system can support the required load.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the vehicle is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental
friendliness and low running costs are unchanged over time.
How To Use This Manual
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
Each time directions (left/right or forward/backwards) are listed, they are determined by facing forward from the rear of the
vehicle or as from the point of view of being seated inside the car. Special cases not complying with this rule will be properly
specified in the text.
The figures in the Owner’s Manual are provided by way of example only: this might imply that some details of the image do not
correspond to the actual arrangement of your vehicle. In addition, the Owner’s Manual has been conceived considering vehicles
with steering wheel on the left side; it is therefore possible that on vehicles with steering wheel on the right side, the position of
some controls or elements is not exactly mirror-like with respect to the figure.
To identify the chapter with the information needed you can consult the index at the end of this Owner’s Manual.
Chapters can be rapidly identified by graphic tabs, at the side of each odd page. A key showing the order of the chapter and
the corresponding tab symbols appears on another page.
SYMBOLS
While reading this Owner’s Manual you will find a series of WARNINGS that must be carefully followed to prevent incorrect use
of the components of the vehicle, which could cause accidents or injuries.
There are also CAUTIONS that must be carefully followed prevent procedures that could damage your vehicle.
Therefore, all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS must always be carefully followed.
WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are recalled in the text with the following symbols:
Personal Safety
Vehicle Safety
Vehicle Modifications / Alterations
Warning!
Any change or alteration of the vehicle might seriously affect its safety and road holding, thus causing accidents, in which the occupants
could be fatally injured.
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER
If after buying the vehicle, you decide to install electrical accessories that require a permanent electrical supply (e.g. radio,
satellite anti-theft system, etc.) or accessories that burden the electrical supply, contact your authorized dealer, whose
personnel will check whether the vehicles's electrical system is able to withstand the load required , or whether it needs to be
integrated with a more powerful battery.
Note: Use only floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of
position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.
INSTALLING ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONIC DEVICES
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.
RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND MOBILE PHONES
Radio transmitter equipment (vehicle mobile phones, CB radios, amateur radio etc.) cannot be used inside the vehicle unless a
separate aerial is mounted externally.
Transmission and reception of these devices may be affected by the shielding effect of the vehicle body. As far as the use of
EC-approved mobile phones is concerned (GSM, GPRS, UMTS, LTE), follow the usage instructions provided by the mobile
phone Manufacturer.
The use of these devices inside the vehicle (without an external aerial) may cause the electrical systems to malfunction. This
could compromise the vehicle safety in addition to constituting a potential hazard for passengers' health.
If mobile phones/laptops/smartphones/tablets are inside the vehicle and/or close to the electronic key, a reduced performance
of the Advanced Keyless Entry System may occur.
CELL PHONE WARNING
Note: Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your country.
Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver
while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver's hands. Use of
these devices will cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident. If a passenger is unable to use the
device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area before use. If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning, use a
hands-free system to at least leave the hands free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or other electrical devices while
the vehicle is moving and, instead, concentrate on the full-time job of driving.
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL
SAFETY
STARTING AND OPERATING
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
INDEX
GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
FRONT VIEW
Front View
1 — Wheels And Tires 3 — Headlights 5 — Convertible Top
2 — W indshield Wiper Blades 4 — Engine Compartment
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REAR VIEW
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Rear View
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1 — Decklid 3 — Exterior Mirror
2 — Taillight 4 — Wheels/Tires
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Instrument Panel
1 — Turn Signal/High Beams Lever 4 — Hazard Warning Lights Button 7 — Driver Air Bag
2 — Instrument Cluster 5 — Passenger Air Bag
3 — W indshield Wiper And Washers 6 — Ignition Switch
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INTERIOR OVERVIEW
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Interior Overview
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1 — Instrument Cluster 4 — Climate Control System 7 — Seats
2 — Steering Wheel 5 — Transmission Gear Selector 8 — Radio Controls
3 — Radio Systems 6 — Parking Brake
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS ....................14
IGNITION SWITCH ............20
ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED .......21
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 .43
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ....45
POWER WINDOWS ...........56
HOMELINK — IF EQUIPPED .....58
INTERNAL EQUIPMENT ........61
TRUNKLID ................66
TRUNK EMERGENCY RELEASE . . .68
HOOD ...................69
CONVERTIBLE TOP (SOFT TOP) . .70
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ....74
ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
SYSTEMS .................74
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KEYS
Key Fob
A code number is stamped on the plate
and attached to the key fob. Detach
this plate and store it in a safe place
(not in the vehicle) if you need to make
replace the Emergency Key.
Also, write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and
convenient place. Do not keep it in the
vehicle.
If your key fob is lost, contact an
authorized dealer.
Note: Your key fob configuration may
vary with equipped features. Please see
the example shown below:
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
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Key Fob
1 — Emergency Key
2 — Key Fob
3 — Key Code Number Plate
To use the Emergency Key, push the
mechanical latch on the back side of
the key fob and pull out the emergency
key.
Note:
Always keep a spare key fob if 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, then
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.
Key Fob Functions
With A Vehicle Security Alarm
System
The hazard warning lights will flash
when the vehicle security alarm system
is armed or disarmed.
With Advanced Keyless Function
A beep will sound when the doors,
trunk lid, and fuel filler door are locked
or unlocked using the key fob. The
beep volume can be adjusted or turned
off.
Use the following procedure to change
the beep setting:
1. Place the ignition in the OFF position
and close 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 five seconds.
Note:
The doors, trunk lid, and fuel filler
door will lock, and the beep will
activate at the current volume (if the
beep is currently set to not activate, it
will not activate).
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The setting changes when the lock
button on the key fob is pushed, and
the beep will activate at the set volume
(if the beep sound has been set to not
activate, it will not activate).
Complete changing the setting by doing
the following:
Placing the ignition in ACC or ON
position.
Closing the driver's door.
Opening the trunk lid.
Not operating the key fob for ten
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 fuel
filler door, push the lock button on the
key fob. The hazard warning lights will
flash once and a beep will sound.
Unlock Button
To unlock the doors and trunk lid, push
the unlock button on the key fob, and
the hazard warning lights will flash
twice.
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 the doors and trunk lid.
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 five seconds.
Note: The sound of the doors
locking/unlocking can be heard. After
this, the system will change the setting
when 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:
Placing the ignition in the ACC or ON
position.
Closing the driver’s door.
Opening the trunk lid.
Not operating the key fob for ten
seconds.
Pushing any button except the
unlock button on the key fob.
Pushing a request switch on the
exterior door handle.
Trunk Button
To open the trunk lid, push and hold the
trunk button until the trunk lid opens.
Panic Button
To turn the Panic Alarm on or off, push
and hold the Panic button on the key
fob 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 if the
doors or trunk are opened 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.
Operational Range
The system operates only when the
driver is in the vehicle or within
operational range, and the key fob is
being carried.
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Starting The Engine
Starting the engine may be possible
even if the key fob is outside the vehicle
and close to a door or window. 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. The ignition is
placed in the OFF position.
Key Fob Antenna Location
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
Key Fob Antenna Location
1 — Interior Antenna
2 — Operational Range
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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Key Suspend Function
If a key fob is left in the vehicle, key fob
functions are temporarily suspended to
prevent unlawful use of the vehicle.
To restore the functions, push the
unlock button on the functionssuspended key fob.
Key Fob Battery
Replacement
If key fob does not work, and the
indicator lights do not flash, the battery
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 dealer 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
and remove the emergency key.
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Emergency Key Removed
1 — Key Fob Case With Mechanical
Release Button
2 — Emergency Key
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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.
4. Separate the key fob case, then
remove the battery.
3 — Pry Case Left Side
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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 — Pry Case Right Side
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Remove Back Cover For Battery
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Replacement
3 — Key Fob Case
5 — Key Fob Battery
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.
6 — Install New Battery
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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.
Engine Start Function
When Key Fob Battery Is
Discharged
If a key fob has discharged or
malfunctioned, start the engine by
holding the Key Fob over the keyless
ignition START/STOP button. Be careful
to not to allow the following. The signal
from the key fob will not be received
correctly, and the engine may not start:
Contact with metal parts of other key
fobs or metal objects.
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Contact from key fobs from other
vehicle’s equipped with an immobilizer
system.
Contact with devices for electronic
purchases or security passage touch.
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No Keys Touching The Key Fob
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No Key Fob Touching The Key Fob
If the engine cannot be started due to a
discharged key fob battery, the engine
can be started using the following
procedure:
1. Continue to depress the brake pedal
firmly until the engine has completely
started.
2. Manual Transmission: Continue to
depress the clutch pedal firmly until the
engine has completely started.
3. Verify that the keyless ignition start
indication light (green) flashes.
4.
Touch the keyless ignition
START/STOP button using the backside
of the key fob while the keyless ignition
start indicator light (green) flashes.
5. Verify that the keyless ignition start
indicator light (green) turns on.
Push the keyless ignition
6.
START/STOP button to start the engine.
Discharged Key Fob Battery Start
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Procedure
When touching the keyless ignition
START/STOP button using the
backside of the key fob, touch the
keyless ignition START/STOP button
with the key fob buttons facing up.
The engine cannot be started unless
the clutch pedal is fully depressed
(manual transmission) or the brake
pedal is fully depressed (automatic
transmission).
If there is a malfunction with the keyless
ignition START/STOP button function,
the keyless ignition start indicator light
(amber) flashes. In this case, the engine
may start. However, contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If the keyless ignition start indicator light
(green) does not illuminate, perform the
operation from the beginning. If it does
not illuminate, contact an authorized
dealer.
To change the ignition position without
starting the engine, perform the
following operations after the keyless
ignition start indicator light (green) turns
on:
1. Release the clutch pedal (manual
transmission) or brake pedal (automatic
transmission).
2. Push the keyless ignition
START/STOP button to change the
ignition position. The ignition cycles in
the order of ACC, ON, and OFF each
time the keyless ignition START/STOP
button is pushed.
Note: To change the ignition position
again, perform the operation from the
beginning.
Emergency Operation For Starting
The Engine
If the key warning light (red) illuminates,
or the keyless ignition start indicator
light (amber) flashes, this could indicate
that the engine may not start using the
usual starting method. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If this occurs, the engine can be
force-started. push and hold the
keyless ignition START/STOP button
until the engine starts.
Other procedures necessary for starting
the engine such as having the key fob
in the vehicle, and depressing the
clutch pedal (manual transmission) or
the brake pedal (automatic
transmission) are required.
Caution!
If your vehicle battery becomes low or
dead, your key fob will become locked in
the ignition.
Do not attempt to remove the key fob
while in this condition, damage could occur
to the key fob or ignition module. Only
remove the emergency key for locking and
unlocking the doors.
Leave the key fob in the ignition and
either:
Jump Start the vehicle.
Charge the battery.
Contact your authorized dealer for
assistance on how to remove the key fob
using the manual override method.
Key Fob Cautions
Because the key fob uses low-intensity
radio waves, it may not function under
the following conditions:
The key fob is carried with a
communication device 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 unless
replacing the battery.
Expose the key fob to high
temperatures such as 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.
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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.
IGNITION SWITCH
Push Button Start
Positions
The system operates only when the key
fob is within operational range.
When the clutch pedal (manual
transmission) or brake pedal (automatic
transmission) are not depressed and
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.
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Keyless START/STOP Ignition
Button
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. The battery could 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 a problem.
Warning!
Never use the PARK position as a
substitute for the parking brake. Always
apply the parking brake fully when exiting
the vehicle to guard against vehicle
movement and possible injury or damage.
When exiting 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.
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 System is
an enhancement that allows you to
lock/unlock the doors, trunk lid, and
fuel filler door.
The Advanced Keyless Entry System
allows the driver to start 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 “Getting To Know
Your Instrument Panel” for further
information):
Warning Light (Red)
Ignition Not Turned OFF Warning
Beep
Key Fob Removed From Vehicle
Warning Beep
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep
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Key Fob Left-In-Trunk Warning Beep
Key Fob Left-In-Vehicle Warning
Beep
If you have a problem with the key fob,
or the key fob is lost or stolen, contact
an authorized dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make
the lost or stolen key fob inoperative.
Note: Changes or modifications not
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
The Advanced Keyless Entry
System operational range may vary
due to local weather conditions.
The Advanced Keyless Entry
System is fully operational (door/trunk
lid/fuel filler door lock/unlock) when the
ignition is placed in the OFF position.
The Advanced 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 the
warning light does 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
Warning light (green) flashes in
the
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 dealer. Up to
six key fobs may be used with the
Advanced Keyless Entry System per
vehicle. Bring all key fobs to an
authorized dealer when additional keys
are required.
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.
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 dealer 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 or around the vehicle while
the key fob is being carried.
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Advanced Keyless Entry Sensors
1 — Interior Antenna
2 — Operational Range
Note: When the battery power is low,
or in places where there are
high-intensity radio waves or noise, the
operational range may reduce, or the
system may not operate.
Locking/Unlocking The Doors And
The Trunk Lid
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Request Switch Door Functions
1 — Exterior Antenna
2 — Operational Range
3 — Distance (31 inches)
Note: The system may not operate if
you are too close to the windows or
door handles.
Opening The Trunk Lid
Electronic Trunk Release
1 — Exterior Antenna
2 — Operational Range
3 — Distance (31 inches)
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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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VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
Modifications And
Add-On Equipment
FCA cannot guarantee the immobilizer
and 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,
the security alarm system, or the
vehicle.
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system allows the
engine to start only with a recognized
key fob.
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized key fob, the
engine will not start, preventing unlawful
vehicle use.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key fob,
contact an authorized dealer.
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 such as 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
light keeps illuminating or flashing, the
system may have a malfunction.
Contact an authorized dealer.
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 dealer, 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 dealer as soon
as possible.
If you lose a key fob, an authorized
dealer will reset the electronic codes of
your remaining key fobs and
immobilizer system. Bring all the
remaining key fobs to an authorized
dealer 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
difficult for the system to detect the
warning
signal, such as on the instrument panel.
Move the key fob to a location within
the signal range, place the ignition in
the OFF position, and 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
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
three seconds and then turns off. If the
engine does not start with the correct
key fob, and the
remains illuminated or flashing, try the
following:
operational range for signal
transmission.
the engine. If the engine does not start
after three or more tries, contact an
authorized dealer.
warning light in the instrument
warning light illuminates for about
warning light
Make sure the key fob is within the
Cycle the ignition off, and then restart
Note:
If the warning light flashes
continuously while you are driving, do
not turn the engine OFF. Contact an
authorized dealer and have it checked.
If the engine is shut off while the
warning light is flashing, you will
not be able to restart it.
Because the electronic codes are
reset when the immobilizer system is
repaired, the keys are needed. Make
sure to bring all the key fobs to an
authorized dealer so that they can be
programmed.
Vehicle Security Alarm
System — If Equipped
If the security alarm system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, or
the intrusion sensor detects movement
in the vehicle, which could result in the
vehicle or its contents being stolen, the
alarm alerts the surrounding area by
sounding the siren/horn and flashing
the hazard warning lights.
The system will not function unless it is
properly armed. Follow the arming
procedure correctly.
Siren/Horn Triggering Conditions
The siren/horn sounds intermittently,
and the hazard warning lights flash for
about 30 seconds when the system is
triggered by any one of the following:
Unlocking a door with an inside
door-lock knob.
Forcing open a door, the engine
compartment, or the trunk lid.
Opening the hood by operating the
hood release handle.
Placing the ignition in the ON position
without starting the engine.
With the intrusion sensor: the
intrusion sensor detects a movement in
the vehicle.
The system will be triggered again (up
to ten times) if one of the above
conditions remains.
The trunk lid will not open when the
vehicle security alarm system is
activated.
If the battery becomes drained while
the vehicle security alarm system is
armed, the siren will activate, and the
hazard warning lights will flash during
the battery charging or replacement
process.
How To Arm The System
Close the windows and the
convertible top.
Place the ignition in the OFF position.
Make sure the engine compartment,
convertible top, doors, and trunk lid are
closed.
Push the lock button on the key fob
or lock the driver's door from the
outside with the emergency key. The
hazard warning lights will flash once.
With The Advanced Keyless Entry
function: push a request switch. The
warning light in the instrument
panel flashes twice per second for
20 seconds. After 20 seconds the
system is fully armed.
The vehicle security alarm system can
also be armed by activating the auto
re-lock function with all the doors, the
trunk lid and the engine compartment
closed.
The system will disarm if one of the
following operations takes place within
20 seconds after pushing the lock
button: To rearm the system, perform
the arming procedure again:
1. Unlocking any door.
2. Opening any door.
3. Opening the engine compartment.
4. Placing the ignition in the ON
position.
When the doors are locked by pushing
the lock button on the key fob, or using
the emergency key, the hazard warning
lights will flash once to indicate that the
vehicle security alarm system is armed.
Note:
If any door or trunk lid remains
closed for 30 seconds, the doors, and
trunk lid automatically re-lock, and the
vehicle security alarm system arms
even if a window opens or the
convertible top is left down.
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To reactivate the intrusion sensor,
turn off the armed vehicle security
alarm system and then rearm it.
The intrusion sensor is operational
when the vehicle security alarm system
is armed. To cancel the intrusion
sensor, push the intrusion sensor
cancel button each time the vehicle
security alarm system is armed.
To Turn Off An Armed System
An armed system can be turned off
using any one of the following methods:
Pushing the unlock button on the key
fob.
Starting the engine with the keyless
ignition START/STOP button.
With The Advanced Keyless Entry
function: pushing a request switch on
the exterior door handles.
Note: When the doors are unlocked by
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pushing the unlock button on the key
fob, the hazard warning lights will flash
twice to indicate that the system is
turned off.
To Stop The Alarm
A triggered alarm can be turned off
using any one of the following methods:
Pushing the unlock button on the key
fob.
Starting the engine with the keyless
ignition START/STOP button.
With The Advanced Keyless Entry
function: pushing a request switch on
the exterior door handles or the electric
trunk release while the key fob is being
carried.
The hazard warning lights will flash
twice.
DOORS
Lock/Unlock With
Emergency Key
The doors, trunk lid, and fuel door lock
automatically when the driver's door is
locked using the emergency key.
Lock With Emergency Key — Insert
key into driver’s door and turn to the left
(toward front of car).
Unlock With Emergency Key —
Insert key into driver’s door and turn to
the right (toward back of car).
Both Doors unlock when the driver's
door is unlocked using the emergency
key.
Turn the emergency key toward the
front to lock, toward the back to unlock.
Caution!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for
thieves. Always remove key fob from the
vehicle and lock all doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
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Manual Lock/Unlock
Knob
Operation From Inside
To lock any door from the inside, push
the door-lock knob. To unlock, pull it
outward. This does not operate the
other door locks.
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Inside Door-Lock Knob
1 — Door Knob Lock Position (Red
Indicator Not Seen When Locked)
2 — Door Knob Unlock Position (Red
Indicator Seen When Unlocked)
Note: The red indication can be seen
when the door-lock knob is unlocked.
Operation From Outside
To lock the passenger door with the
door-lock knob from the outside, push
the door-lock knob to the lock position
and close the door (holding the door
handle in the open position is not
required).
Note: When locking the door this way,
be careful not to leave the key fob
inside the vehicle. The driver's door
lock knob cannot be used while the
driver's door is open.
Warning!
For personal security and safety in the
event of a collision, lock the vehicle doors
before you drive as well as when you park
and leave the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the key fob from the vehicle and lock your
vehicle. If equipped with Advanced Keyless
Entry, always make sure the keyless ignition
is in “OFF” position, remove the key fob from
the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may
cause severe personal injuries or death.
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, and do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Advanced Keyless
Entry in the ACC or ON/RUN positions. A
child could operate power windows, other
controls, or move the vehicle.
Central Lock/Unlock
The doors, trunk lid, and fuel door lock
automatically when the lock rocker
switch is pushed with both doors
closed.
Note:
The doors, trunk lid, and the fuel
filler door cannot be locked while any
other door is open.
The key fob may not be able to be
detected by the vehicle keyless-go
system if it is located next to a mobile
phone, laptop or other electronic
device; these devices may block the
key fob’s wireless signal and prevent
the keyless-go system from starting
the vehicle.
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Central/Power Door Lock Switch
Both unlock when the unlock rocker
switch is pushed.
Note: The doors, trunk lid, and the fuel
filler door cannot be locked while any
other door is open.
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Double Locking System
— If Equipped
The double locking system is designed
to prevent someone who has broken
into your vehicle from opening the door
from the inside. If you have any
problems with the double locking
system, contact an authorized dealer.
System Activation
Proceed as follows:
1. Close both the windows and the
convertible top.
2. Place the ignition in the OFF position
and take the key fob with you.
3. Close both doors and trunk lid.
4. Insert the emergency key in the
driver's door, turn the emergency key to
the lock position (counter
clockwise/left), and return it to the
center position. Then turn it to the lock
position (counter clockwise/left) again
within three seconds.
5. The
about three seconds to indicate that the
system has been activated.
indicator light illuminates for
Emergency Key Lock Procedure
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The system can be activated by
pushing the lock button on the key fob
twice within three seconds.
With The Advanced Keyless
Function: the system can be activated
by pushing the request switch on the
exterior door handle twice within three
seconds.
Note: The system cannot be activated
when any door is open.
System Deactivation
Unlock the driver's door or place the
ignition in the ON position. If the power
supply is interrupted (fuse blows or the
battery is disconnected), the system
can only be deactivated by unlocking a
door with the emergency key.
Lock/Unlock With
Advanced Keyless Entry
Function — If Equipped
The doors, trunk lid, and fuel filler door
can be locked/unlocked by pushing the
request switch on the exterior door
handle while the key fob is being
carried.
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Request Switch On Exterior Door
Handle
To Lock
To lock the doors, trunk lid, and fuel
filler door, push the button on the
exterior door handle; the hazard
warning lights will flash once.
A beep will sound once.
To Unlock
Driver's door button is located on the
exterior door handle.
To unlock the doors, trunk lid, and fuel
filler door, push the button on the
exterior door handle; the hazard
warning lights will flash twice.
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