Autodiagnostics display
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 1993–1999
- Section
- Alarm ('97-'98 range) › Autodiagnostics display
The alarm system is capable of notifying the Use of any irregularities, present in the system, by the LED in the centre of the dashboard coming on constantly or flashing.
When it is switched on the system carries out an autodiagnostics where, if the outcome is positive, this is signalled by the LED flashing once at 4 Hz; if there is a problem or fault in the system, the LED will signal it according to the methods illustrated in the table.
Autodiagnostics display
| FLASHING MODES | FAULT/FAILURE |
|---|---|
| 8 Hz, duration 2.5 secs | Doors/lids open or switches (opening sensors) broken |
| Light on constantly, duration 2.5 secs | Volumetric sensors broken |
If one of the doors or the front or rear lid is open or the system detects a fault in the volumetric sensor, the appropriate sensor is excluded from the surveillance and a warning auditory signal (beep) is given off 1 second after the system is switched on.
When the system is switched off, the LED flashes to indicate which sensor has activated the alarm during the surveillance (see table below).
Alarm set off signal
| NO. OF FLASHES | IDENTIFICATION OF FAULT/FAILURE |
|---|---|
| 1 | Right front door |
| 2 | Left front door |
| 3 | Right rear door |
| 4 | Left rear door |
| 5 | Volumetric sensors in courtesy light |
| 6 | Front lid |
| 7 | Rear lid |
| 8 | Supply controlled by ignition +15 |
| 9 | Direct supply + 30 or emergency remote key cables cut |
| 10 | At least 3 causes of alarm |
| Light on constantly | Remote control battery run down |
The flashes are emitted in sequence with 1.5 second intervals for a maximum of 2 minutes or until the key is turned to the ON position.
If the LED signals faults, the User should seek assistance from the Fiat Service Network. It should be remembered that during service operations to the vehicle or in the case of problems with the alarm system which activate the siren, the alarm system can be excluded by turning the emergency key, located near the junction unit, from the ON position to the OFF position.
When the operation is completed, turn the emergency key to the ON position and always refit the switch protective cover.
Each individual component of the alarm system fitted on the vehicle becomes an integral part of it therefore it should not be fitted or tested on other vehicles, even those of the same model.
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