Ignition device – FIAT Panda User Manual
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IGNITION DEVICE
The key can be turned to 3 different positionsfig. 13:
❒ STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering
column locked. Some electrical devices (e.g. sound
system, central door locking system, etc.) can
operate;
❒ MAR-ON: driving position. All electrical devices
are enabled;
❒ AVV: engine start-up.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety system that
requires the ignition key to be turned back to STOP
if the engine does not start, before the starting
operation can be repeated.
WARNING
If the ignition device has been tampered
with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it
checked over by a Fiat Dealership before driving
again.
WARNING
Always remove the key when you leave
your car to prevent someone from
accidentally operating the controls. Remember
to engage the handbrake. Engage 1
st
gear if
the car is parked uphill or reverse if the car is
parked downhill. Never leave children
unattended in the car.
STEERING LOCK
Engagement: when the key is in position STOP,
remove the key and turn the steering wheel until it is
locked.
Disengagement: move the steering wheel slightly
as you turn the ignition key to MAR-ON.
1
0
2
fig. 13
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GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
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