FIAT Punto - Manual (Page 13)

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IGNITION SWITCH
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.
SAFETY DEVICES
CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
W
ARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICA
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INDEX
DASHBOARD
AND
CONTROLS
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If the ignition device is tampered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked over
by a Fiat Dealership.
WARNING
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.
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