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How to enter the key code for the Fiat Punto

Model: Fiat Punto MK 1, 176 - Years: 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999
Part: Key

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In this video, we will see how to recover when the key code no longer works, and consequently, the car does not recognise it and won't start. Here’s how to get it started even if the key is uncoded: fully press the accelerator and notice that the injection light comes on after a while and will eventually turn off. Now, if you release the accelerator pedal, you will notice the light blinking (turning on and off cyclically), and you need to stop this count based on the code number; for example, if the code is 13479, proceed as follows: wait for 1 blink, keep the accelerator pressed and wait for the light to turn off; wait for 3 blinks, keep the accelerator pressed and wait for the light to turn off; wait for 4 blinks, keep the accelerator pressed and wait for the light to turn off; wait for 7 blinks, keep the accelerator pressed and wait for the light to turn off; wait for 9 blinks, keep the accelerator pressed and wait for the light to turn off. As soon as the light starts blinking faster, start the engine and the car will start.


Updated on 3 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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