The rev. counter shows engine rpm. The needle pointed to the danger area (red on certain versions) indicates excessive high engine speed. Do not drive for long periods with the needle in this area.
IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine is “over-revving” resulting in a gradual loss of engine power.
When the engine is idling, the rev counter may indicate a gradual or sudden highering of the speed.
This is normal as it takes place during normal operation, for example when activating the climate control system or the fan. In particular a slow change in the speed preserves the battery charge.
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Operation
Each time the car is started turning the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE system
control unit sends a recognition code to the engine control unit to deactivate the
inhibitor.
The code is sent o ...
Turn Signals
Push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right turn or downward to signal
a left turn. The corresponding indicator in the instrument cluster will blink to
indicate the operation of the turn ...
Fire
The 2012 Fiat Punto range starts with the 1.2-litre Fire EVO II engine. This
1.2-litre eight-valve has continuously variable valve timing to optimise the
opening and closing of the valves. This en ...