2020 Fiat 124 Spider Owner’s Manual

The 2020 Fiat 124 Spider is a beautiful example of Italian style and fun driving. It pays tribute to the classic roadsters of the past while embracing current technology and performance. The 2020 Fiat 124 Spider has smooth lines, an open top, and rear-wheel drive. It gives off a feeling of timeless elegance and excitement. This roadster has a turbocharged engine, so it goes fast and handles well, giving you a real driving experience that captures the spirit of the open road. The 2020 Fiat 124 Spider is a great choice for driving enthusiasts who want a modern take on classic driving fun thanks to its driver-focused interior, high-tech features, and mix of old and new.

KEYS

Key Fob
A code number is stamped on the plate an d attached to the key fob. Detach this plat e and store it in a safe place (not in th e vehicle) in case you need to replace th e emergency key. Also, write down the code number and kee p it in a separate safe, and convenient place. Do not keep it in the vehicle. If the key fob is lost, contact an authorized dealer.
NOTE: Key fob configuration may vary wit h equipped features. Please see the example shown below:

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 fo b 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, and 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

1. 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).
2. 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 any 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 lock button on the key fob.
• Pushing a request switch on the exterior door handle.
  NOTE: Refer to “Doors” in this chapter for further information.

The operation indicator light on the key fob 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 o n 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 it. 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.

1. Turning Off The Alarm
   The alarm will stop by pushing any button on the key fob.
2. Operational Range
   The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range, and the key fob is being carried.
3. Starting The Engine
   Starting the engine may be possible even if the key fob is outside the vehicle and clos e 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.

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

Key Fob Battery Replacement
If the key fob does not work, and the indicator lights do not flash, the battery may be low or depleted. Replace with a new battery (CR2025 type ) before the key fob becomes unusable.

The following conditions indicate that the battery power is low:

• The key indicator light (green) flashes in the instrument cluster for about 30 seconds after the ignition 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 alone, follow the instructions below.

Replacing The Key Fob Battery
Proceed as follows:

1. Push the mechanical release button and remove the emergency key.
2. Insert a coin, a flat-blade screwdriver, 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 slightly.
3. Insert a coin, a flat-blade screwdriver, 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. Separate the key fob case, then remove the battery.

FAQ’s