2020 Fiat 500L Alarm System Quick Guide
A smart and dependable alarm system is included into the 2020 Fiat 500L to provide you peace of mind and protect your car. Having a powerful alarm system is essential to protecting your investment in an era where vehicle theft and break-ins are on the rise. The alarm system on the Fiat 500L serves more purposes than only keeping your car secure; it also serves to maintain your sense of security and keep your automobile a safe refuge for you and your loved ones.
The alarm system for the 2020 Fiat 500L will be covered in detail in this introduction, emphasizing how it goes above and beyond conventional security measures to provide convenience and intelligent protection. The 2020 Fiat 500L’s alarm system, with its state-of-the-art technology and user-friendly interface, is proof positive of Fiat’s dedication to safety and innovation. You can feel secure knowing that your Fiat 500L is protected by a cutting-edge alarm system that offers constant security and peace of mind, whether you’re at home, at work, or on the road.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM
The vehicle security alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the ignition switch for unauthorized operation. While the vehicle security alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and liftgate release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the vehicle security alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the vehicle security light on the instrument panel will flash.
TO ARM THE SYSTEM
- Remove the key from the ignition switch and exit the vehicle.
- With all doors and liftgate closed, lock the door using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) key fob.
- The horn will sound and the vehicle security light on the central lock/unlock button on the dashboard will switch on for approxi-mately three seconds. This shows that the vehicle security alarm is about to arm. During this period, if a door is opened, or the ignition switch is turned to MAR (ACC/ON/ RUN), or the power door locks are unlocked in any manner, the vehicle security alarm will automatically disarm. After approxi-mately three seconds, the vehicle security light will flash. This shows that the vehicle security alarm is fully armed.
The activation of the vehicle security alarm is followed by a self-diagnosis stage. If a fault is detected during the self-diagnosis stage, the horn will sound a second time. If the horn sounds a second time, check that all doors, the hood, and the liftgate are closed correctly, and then rearm the system. If the vehicle security alarm sounds the horn a second time even when all doors, hood and liftgate are correctly closed, a fault has occurred in the operation of the system. Contact an authorized dealer.
NOTE:
The vehicle security alarm with not arm when the mechanical key is used on a single door lock cylinder.
TO DISARM THE SYSTEM
Push unlock on the key fob, or insert the key into the ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position.
NOTE:
The vehicle security alarm will not disarm when the metal insert of the key is used on a single door lock cylinder.
The vehicle security alarm is designed to protect your vehicle; however, you can create conditions where the vehicle security alarm will arm unexpectedly. If you remain in the vehicle and lock the doors with the key fob, once the vehicle security alarm is armed, when you pull the door handle to exit, the alarm will sound. If this occurs, push the unlock button on the key fob to disarm the vehicle security alarm.
CENTRAL LOCK/UNLOCK (SWITCH SAFE LOCK DEVICE) — IF EQUIPPED
This safety device prevents the operation of the interior door handles and the door locking/unlocking button. It prevents the opening of the doors from inside the passenger compartment, serving as an obstacle to break-in attempts (e.g. broken window). We recommend that you activate the Safe Lock device each time the vehicle is parked.
Safe Lock Device Location
Activating The Safe Lock Device
The Safe Lock device is enabled on all the doors by quickly double-pushing the lock button on the key fob. The direction indicators flash three times and the LED above the button flashes to indicate that the Safe Lock device has been activated. If one or more of the doors are not closed correctly, the Safe Lock device will not activate, preventing a person from getting stuck inside the passenger compartment by entering the car through, and then closing, the open door.
Deactivating The Safe Lock Device
The Safe Lock device deactivates automatically:
- By pushing the unlock button on the key fob.
- By placing the ignition in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position.
FAQs
Simply lock the car using the key fob or the door lock button to arm the alarm system. The alarm will go off automatically.
Yes, you can temporarily turn off the alarm by using the key or key fob to open the vehicle.
Unauthorized entrance, attempting to start the car without the right key, or tampering with the doors or windows can all set off the alarm system.
Through the infotainment system’s car settings, you can modify the alarm system’s sensitivity. For detailed instructions, refer to your owner’s manual.
Although Fiat shops might offer optional security improvements, it is advised to check with them for installation and compatibility first.
To turn off the alarm, merely unlock the vehicle using the key or key fob.
The settings and the kind of alarm system installed will determine this. While some systems may not be able to identify open windows, others might.
True, the majority of key fobs have a panic button. The panic alarm will sound if you press and hold it.
By using the key to unlock the door and then turning it in the ignition, you can still start the vehicle even if the key fob battery dies.
Although it might not be a standard function of the Fiat 500L alarm system, remote monitoring may be feasible through some aftermarket security systems or mobile applications.
It is advisable to get diagnostics and repairs for your alarm system from your local Fiat dealership.
Since the alarm system is made to consume relatively little power, it shouldn’t typically deplete the car’s battery.
Yes, a Fiat dealership or authorized service center will sell you a spare key fob.
Programming a key fob often involves specialized tools and should only be performed by a Fiat dealership or a licensed locksmith.
Generally speaking, the car’s warranty shouldn’t be impacted by the alarm system. However, it’s always a good idea to confirm and comprehend warranty terms and restrictions with your dealership.
Useful Links
View Full pdf: 2020 Fiat 500 Owner’s Manual
2020 Fiat 500L Keys and Smart Key Setup Guide