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Summary of Contents for 2014 500

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Page 2: ...features of your new car unchanged in time that s why you bought it for Always ask for Genuine Parts for the components used on our cars we recommend them because they come from our steady commitment in research and development of highly innovative technologies For all these reasons rely on Genuine Parts because they are the only ones designed by Abarth for your car SAFETY BRAKING SYSTEM ENVIRONME...

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Page 5: ...tection NOTE These symbols when necessary are reported at the end of each paragraph and are followed by a number That number recalls the corresponding warning at the end of the relevant section In the attached Warranty Booklet you will also find a description of the Services that Abarth offers to its customers the Warranty Certificate and the detail of the terms and conditions for maintaining its ...

Page 6: ...ts in order to help protect the environment ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES If after buying the car you decide to install electrical accessories with the risk of gradually draining the battery contact an Abarth Dealership They will calculate the overall electrical consumption and check that the car s electrical system can support the required load CODE Card for versions markets where provided Keep it in a ...

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Page 9: ... 134 External lights 30 Bulb replacement 133 WHEELS Rims and tyres 176 Tyre pressure 179 DOOR MIRRORS Adjustment 19 Folding 19 DOORS Central opening closing 42 BONNET Opening closing 47 WINDSCREEN WIPERS Blade replacement 163 1 AB0A0160 5 ...

Page 10: ... REAR LIGHTS Bulb types Bulb replacement 141 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT Opening closing 43 REAR WINDOW WIPER Blade replacement 164 2 AB0A0161 6 GRAPHICAL INDEX ...

Page 11: ...NEL Control panel and on board instruments 75 Warning lights 80 RIGHT STALK Window cleaning 32 PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG Operation 111 GLOVE COMPARTMENT Opening 37 ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS Operation 43 STEERING WHEEL Adjustment 18 Driver s side front airbag 111 CD 1 1 8 9 7 7 7 7 7 4 3 5 2 1 1 6 8 3 AB0A0001 7 ...

Page 12: ...System 56 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS Operation 35 HEATER CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual climate control system 23 Automatic climate control system 26 MANUAL GEARBOX Using the gearbox 120 4 AB0A0162 8 GRAPHICAL INDEX ...

Page 13: ...S 17 STEERING WHEEL 18 REAR VIEW MIRRORS 19 CLIMATIC COMFORT 20 HEATING AND VENTILATION 21 MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM 23 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM 26 EXTERNAL LIGHTS 30 WINDOW CLEANING 32 ROOF LIGHTS 33 CONTROLS 35 INTERIOR FITTINGS 37 FIXED GLASS ROOF 39 ELECTRIC SUN ROOF 40 DOORS 42 ELECTRIC WINDOWS 43 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT 43 BONNET 47 ROOF RACK SKI RACK 48 HEADLIGHTS 49 ESC SYSTEM 50 E...

Page 14: ...s started turning the ignition key to MAR ON the Fiat CODE system control unit sends a recognition code to the Powertrain Control Module to deactivate the immobiliser The acknowledgement code is sent only if the Fiat CODE system control unit has recognised the code transmitted from the key Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP the Fiat CODE system deactivates the functions of the Powertrain...

Page 15: ...fficiency of the electronic devices inside the key it should never be exposed to direct sunlight THE KEYS CODE CARD for versions markets where provided The CODE Card fig 5 is provided with the keys and bears the following A electronic code B mechanical code Keep the codes in a safe place not in the car IMPORTANT All the keys and the CODE Card must be handed over to the new owner when selling the c...

Page 16: ...re provided If one or more doors are open the doors will not be locked This is indicated by a rapid flashing of the direction indicators for versions markets where provided The doors will be locked if the tailgate is open however When a speed of more than 20 km h is reached the doors will be locked automatically if this specific function was set Opening the luggage compartment Press the button to ...

Page 17: ...n fig 9 to replace the cover of the key with remote control WARNING 1 Press button B fig 7 only with the key away from your body especially your eyes and from objects which could get damaged e g your clothes Do not leave the key unattended to prevent people especially children from inadvertently pressing the button IMPORTANT 1 Used batteries may be harmful to the environment if not disposed of cor...

Page 18: ...n tampered with e g an attempted theft have it checked over by an Abarth Dealership before driving again 3 Always remove the key when you leave your car to prevent someone from accidentally operating the controls Remember to engage the handbrake If the car is parked on a slope uphill engage the first gear if the car is facing downhill engage reverse Never leave children unattended in the vehicle 4...

Page 19: ...on is reached Backrest folding To fold the backrest over adjust lever D fig 14 movement 1 and push the backrest forwards until it locks movement 2 Then release lever D and pushing on the backrest slide the seat forward movement 3 Driver side and passenger side with position memory To bring back the seat in its initial position proceed as follows slide the seat backwards pushing on the backrest unt...

Page 20: ...tacle is present e g a bag and the seat cannot be returned to its original position the mechanism reattaches the seat only positioning the backrest always ensuring that the seat is correctly attached to its guides REAR SEATS Backrest release For versions with joint seat lift levers A and B fig 15 and guide the backrest onto the cushion For versions with split seat lift lever A or B fig 15 to relea...

Page 21: ...R for versions markets where provided To extract the rear head restraints press buttons B and C fig 18 at the side of the two supports simultaneously and lift them out upwards The rear head restraints must be lifted out with the backrest released and tilted toward the passenger compartment or with the tailgate open To bring the head restraint to the correct position lift it until you hear it click...

Page 22: ...n and lock it in this position by moving the lever A to position 1 8 9 WARNING 8 Adjustments must be made only with the car stationary and engine off 9 It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any after market operation involving steering system or steering column modifications e g installation of anti theft device that could adversely affect performance and safety invalidate the warranty and also ...

Page 23: ...c function When the function is active a LED on the mirror is active When reverse is engaged the mirror is automatically set for daytime use DOOR MIRRORS With electrical adjustment Proceed as follows select the mirror using selector B fig 21 adjust the mirror using the joystick A fig 21 in the four directions FOLDING THE MIRRORS When required for example when the mirror causes difficulty in narrow...

Page 24: ...iffusers for defrosting or demisting the windscreen 2 Adjustable and directable centre diffusers 3 Adjustable and directable side diffusers 4 Fixed diffusers for side windows 5 Lower diffusers 23 AB0A0022 20 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR ...

Page 25: ...HEATING AND VENTILATION CONTROLS TTC 24 AB0A0023 21 ...

Page 26: ...oard to prevent the windows from misting D Air distribution knob toward the body and the side windows toward the body the side windows and the feet toward the feet only toward the feet and the windscreen toward the windscreen only E Heated rear window activation deactivation button The LED on the button switches on to indicate activation In order to maintain battery efficiency the function is time...

Page 27: ...MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM for versions markets where provided CONTROLS TTC 25 AB0A0024 23 ...

Page 28: ... misting D Air distribution knob fig 25 towards the body and the side windows towards the body the side windows and the feet towards the feet only towards the feet and the windscreen towards the windscreen only E Heated rear window activation deactivation button fig 25 The LED on the button switches on to indicate activation In order to maintain battery efficiency the function is automatically dea...

Page 29: ...SYSTEM SERVICING In winter the climate control system must be turned on at least once a month for about 10 minutes Have the system inspected at an Abarth Dealership before the summer 25 ...

Page 30: ...AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM for versions markets where provided CONTROLS G H L M I 26 AB0A0025 26 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR ...

Page 31: ...ctivate air recirculation to prevent the windows from misting up it is not possible to convey air to the passenger compartment with a temperature below the outside temperature the displayed temperature value will flash when the system cannot guarantee the required comfort conditions the fan speed can be manually reset with compressor enabled ventilation cannot go below a bar shown on the display O...

Page 32: ...late the chest and the face during the hot season air flow to the front seat feet area diffusers Due to the natural tendency of heat to spread upwards this type of distribution warms the passenger compartment up as quickly as possible providing an immediate feeling of warmth distribution between feet area diffusers warmest air and dashboard diffusers coolest air distribution between feet area diff...

Page 33: ...ctivated the button LED switches on This function is timed and it will turn off automatically after about 20 minutes Press the button again to switch the function off in advance IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage IMPORTANT 2 The system uses R134a coolant which does not pollute the environment in the event of accidental leakag...

Page 34: ...n the ring nut to fig 27 If dipped headlights are activated the daytime running lights switch off and the side lights and dipped headlights switch on The warning light switches on in the instrument panel When the ignition key is turned to STOP or removed and the ring nut is turned from O to all the side lights and the number plate lights come on The warning light will come on in the instrument pan...

Page 35: ... on for an extra 30 seconds up to a maximum of 210 seconds then the lights are switched off automatically Each time the stalk is operated the warning light on the instrument panel turns on and the display shows how long the function remains active The warning light switches on when the stalk is pulled for the first time and stays lit until the function switches off automatically Each time the stal...

Page 36: ...ivate both the windscreen washer jet and the windscreen wiper with a single movement the latter turns on automatically if you keep the stalk pulled for more than half a second The operation of the windscreen wiper terminates several strokes after the stalk is released a final cleaning stroke several seconds later completes the wiping operation REAR WINDOW WIPER WASHER Operation 5 This operates onl...

Page 37: ...econds may intervene If operation is not subsequently restored contact an Abarth Dealership 4 Do not operate the windscreen wiper with the blades lifted from the windscreen 5 Do not use the rear window wiper to remove layers of snow or ice In these conditions the rear window wiper may be subjected to excessive stress and the motor protection which prevents operation for a few seconds may intervene...

Page 38: ...within two minutes from turning the engine off a timer of about 10 seconds will start when the doors are opened either by remote control or key in driver s door Switching off Three modes are provided for switching off when all doors are closed the three minute timer will stop and a ten second one will start This timer will stop when the key is turned to MAR ON when doors are locked either with rem...

Page 39: ...nstrument panel Press button B again to switch the lights off IMPORTANT The use of hazard warning lights is governed by the highway code of the country you are driving in comply with legal requirements Emergency braking In the event of an emergency braking the hazard warning light switch on automatically together with warning lights and on the instrument panel The lights switch off automatically w...

Page 40: ...der the car or near the tank area 14 After a collision turn the ignition key to STOP position to prevent the battery from running down To restore the correct operation of the car proceed as follows turn the ignition key to the MAR ON position activate the right direction indicator deactivate the right direction indicator activate the left direction indicator deactivate the left direction indicator...

Page 41: ...g unsuitable plugs SUN VISORS They are located at the sides of the interior rear view mirror They can be adjusted forwards and sideways fig 34 The passenger side sun visor includes a courtesy mirror lighted by a specific light that can be switched on using the button B fig 34 The driver and passenger side sun visors include document pockets 16 GLOVE COMPARTMENT for versions markets where provided ...

Page 42: ...central tunnel there are two cup can holders for the front seats and two for the rear seats POWER SOCKET for versions markets where provided It is located on the central tunnel and is supplied with ignition key at MAR ON Open protective cover A to use the socket fig 38 Correct operation is ensured only if the connected accessories are provided with approved standard plugs present on all Lineaccess...

Page 43: ...the instructions on the label see the Airbags paragraph in chapter Safety 17 Never travel with the glove compartment open it could injure the passenger in the event of a crash IMPORTANT 6 Accessories with a maximum power of 180 W maximum electrical input 15 A can be connected to the socket FIXED GLASS ROOF for versions markets where provided The roof comprises a wide fixed glass panel and a manual...

Page 44: ...rate sun roof closing opening respectively OPENING Keep the button B fig 42 pressed the roof will move to spoiler position To fully open the roof press button B again and hold it down the roof will stop in the position reached when the button is released 7 8 18 CLOSING Keep the button A fig 42 pressed the roof will move to spoiler position The roof will stop in the position reached when the button...

Page 45: ...e internal covering behind the sun blind take the Allen key provided from the tool box in the luggage compartment insert the key provided into the housing and turn it clockwise to open the roof or anticlockwise to close the roof IMPORTANT 7 Do not open the sun roof if there is snow or ice on it you may damage it 8 Use the sun roof only at spoiler position if a transverse roof rack is fitted WARNIN...

Page 46: ...s a fault in the system the central locking will not be activated If the operation is repeated 10 11 times in quick succession the device is excluded for approximately 30 seconds Door locking unlocking from the inside To unlock from inside door and tailgate locks pull handle A fig 45 To lock from inside door and tailgate locks push handle A towards door panel Operating the handle on driver or pass...

Page 47: ... that nobody is exposed to the risk of being injured either directly by the moving window or through objects getting caught or hit by it 21 When leaving the car always remove the ignition key to avoid the risk of injury for people still on board due to accidental operation of the electric windows LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT 22 23 OPENING THE TAILGATE WITH THE REMOTE CONTROL Press button on the key with th...

Page 48: ... not shut properly CLOSING To close lower the tailgate by pressing near the lock until you hear it click In the inner part of the tailgate a strap B fig 49 makes it easier to hold and close the tailgate EMERGENCY TAILGATE OPENING To open the tailgate from the passenger compartment if the car battery is flat or the electric tailgate lock is faulty proceed as follows see Extending the luggage compar...

Page 49: ...guide it onto the cushion IMPORTANT To return the backrest to its correct position we recommend operating from the outside through the doors TOTAL EXTENSION Tilting the rear seat completely forwards allows maximum loading volume Proceed as follows remove the rear seat head restraints where provided check that the seat belts are correctly extended and not twisted operate the levers A and B fig 53 t...

Page 50: ... you place in the luggage compartment have been properly secured to avoid them from being thrown forward consequent to sudden braking and injuring your passengers 23 If you are travelling in areas with few filling stations and you want to transport fuel in a spare tank comply with the law by using only an approved suitably secured tank Anyway by doing so you increase the risk of fire in the event ...

Page 51: ... into its catch D lower the bonnet to approximately 20 centimetres above the engine compartment and let it come down Make sure that the bonnet is completely closed and not just secured in safety position If it is not perfectly closed do not try to press the bonnet down but open it and repeat the procedure 28 WARNING 25 Incorrect positioning of the supporting rod may cause the bonnet to drop sudden...

Page 52: ...RS The fasteners are located in the area indicated in fig 57 To use the front fasteners remove the cap A fig 57 accessible with the door open The rear fixing areas B can be found according to measurements shown in fig 58 29 30 Lineaccessori Abarth provides a specific roof rack ski rack for the tailgate IMPORTANT Follow the instructions contained in the assembly kit carefully Assembly must be perfo...

Page 53: ...tabilised HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT CORRECTOR This device works with the ignition key in the MAR ON position and the dipped headlights on Headlight alignment adjustment When the car is loaded it slopes backwards This means the light beam rises In this case restore the correct alignment by operating buttons and fig 59 The adjustment positions are shown on the display Position 0 one or two people in the f...

Page 54: ...ke force on the appropriate wheels The torque supplied by the engine can also be reduced in order to maintain control of the car The system is capable of recognising potentially dangerous situations in terms of the stability and intervenes automatically on the brakes in a differentiated manner for the four wheels in order to provide a stabilising torque The ESC system also includes the following s...

Page 55: ...part of the ESC system and automatically operates in the event of one or both drive wheels slipping loss of grip on wet roads aquaplaning and acceleration on slippery snowy or icy roads etc Depending on the slipping conditions two different control systems are activated if the slipping involves both drive wheels the ASR system intervenes reducing the power transmitted by the engine if the slipping...

Page 56: ...ained pressing the brake pedal very quickly in addition the brake pedal should be pressed continuously during braking avoiding intermittent presses to obtain benefits from the system Do not reduce pressure on the brake pedal until braking is not necessary anymore The HBA system is deactivated when the brake pedal is released 44 45 46 47 MSR Motor Schleppmoment Regelung SYSTEM This system is an int...

Page 57: ...erfect condition and above all of the specified type and dimensions 38 For the correct operation of the ASR system it is essential that the tyres are of the same make and type on all wheels in perfect condition and above all of the specified type and dimensions 39 The ASR system cannot overrule the natural laws of physics and cannot increase the grip available according to the condition of the roa...

Page 58: ...driver by turning on the warning light on the instrument panel together with relevant message on the display when these components are no longer in peak conditions see chapter Warning lights and messages The goal of the system is to monitor system efficiency indicate an increase in emissions due to vehicle malfunction indicate the need to replace damaged components The system also has a connector ...

Page 59: ...d is due to the intervention of the system to protect the electric steering motor from overheating so no repair is required When the car is used again later on the power steering will work normally WARNING 48 It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any after market operation involving steering system or steering column modifications e g installation of anti theft device that could adversely affect...

Page 60: ...range speakers in the rear side panels a 60 W subwoofer under the right hand front seat a 4x30 W amplifier in the right hand rear side panel an aerial on the roof radio with CD MP3 player for specifications and operation refer to the supplement Radio attached to this handbook ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER If after buying the car you decide to install electrical accessories that require a perm...

Page 61: ...stalled in compliance with the provided instructions RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND MOBILE PHONES Radio transmitter equipment vehicle mobile phones CB radios amateur radio etc cannot be used inside the car unless a separate aerial is mounted on the roof IMPORTANT The use of these devices inside the passenger compartment without a separate aerial may cause the vehicle s electronic systems to malfunction Th...

Page 62: ...nds to avoid for example indications in the event of manoeuvres along a wall Detection distances If several obstacles are detected by the sensors only the nearest one is considered INDICATIONS ON DISPLAY When the sensors are activated the screen in fig 63 appears on the display Obstacle presence and distance information is therefore provided both by the acoustic signal and the instrument panel dis...

Page 63: ...ce on the surface of the sensor of ice snow mud thick paint The sensor may detect a non existent obstacle echo interference due to mechanical interference for example when washing the vehicle in rain strong wind hail The signals sent by the sensors can also be altered by the presence of ultrasonic systems e g pneumatic brake systems or pneumatic drills near the vehicle Parking assistance system pe...

Page 64: ...hildren or animals are in the area concerned The parking sensors are an aid for the driver but the driver must never allow their attention to lapse during potentially dangerous manoeuvres even those executed at low speeds REFUELLING THE CAR IN BRIEF Stop the engine before refuelling Only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating RON not less than 95 in compliance with the European specificati...

Page 65: ...the flap as shown in fig 64 52 WARNING 52 Keep naked flames or lit cigarettes away from the fuel tank filler fire risk Keep your face away from the fuel filler to prevent breathing in harmful vapours PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT The following devices are used for reducing petrol fuel engine emissions three way catalytic converter catalytic converter oxygen sensors evaporation control system 53 In ad...

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Page 67: ...HEADLIGHTS 86 FOLLOW ME HOME 86 LEFT HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR 86 RIGHT HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR 87 MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS 87 FOG LIGHTS 87 REAR FOG LIGHT 87 WORN BRAKE PADS 88 DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILURE 88 INSUFFICIENT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED 88 ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED 89 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH 90 LOW BATTERY CHARGE 91 HILL HOLDER FAILURE 91 FIAT CODE ...

Page 68: ... STANDARD SCREEN The standard screen fig 65 can display the following information 1 Odometer display of distance travelled in kilometres miles 2 Digital engine coolant temperature gauge 3 Digital rev counter 4 Gear Shift Indicator 5 Date 6 Outside temperature gauge 7 Car speed indication 8 Headlight alignment position only with dipped headlights on 9 Time 10 eco Index 11 Digital fuel level gauge S...

Page 69: ...rs such as traffic conditions length of journey and engine cold starting An eco drive is a more fluid drive even if traffic conditions often inhibit this A more aggressive drive on the other hand implies frequent acceleration deceleration with resulting increased fuel consumption and harmful emissions GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR The GSI Gear Shift Indicator system advises the driver to change gear throug...

Page 70: ...play is activated showing the time and mileage for a few seconds SETUP MENU The menu comprises a series of options which can be selected using buttons and to access the different selection and setting operations Setup indicated below Some options have a submenu The menu can be activated by briefly pressing the MENU button Single presses on buttons or will scroll through the setup menu options Oper...

Page 71: ... On some versions the instrument panel is provided with a light sensor capable of detecting environmental light conditions and adjusting the brightness of the panel accordingly The brightness of the instrument panel may therefore change while travelling following an event causing a switch from day to night conditions or vice versa in the passenger compartment e g in a tunnel on avenues in shadows ...

Page 72: ...he Units of measurement adjustment Units of measurement paragraph described below The setting will increase decrease by five units each time button is pressed Hold down the button to increase decrease the setting rapidly Complete the adjustment with single presses of the button when you approach the desired value Press the MENU button briefly to return to the menu screen or hold the button down to...

Page 73: ...g Trip B activation This function may be used to activate On or deactivate Off the Trip B partial trip display For further information see Trip Computer in this chapter Proceed as follows to switch the function on off press the MENU button briefly the display will flash On or Off depending on the previous setting press button or to select press the MENU button briefly to return to the menu screen ...

Page 74: ...n month is displayed press or to set the value briefly press the MENU button day is displayed press or to set the value Note The setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time the button or is pressed Hold down the button to increase decrease the setting rapidly and automatically Complete the adjustment with single presses of the button when you approach the desired value Press SAVE to re...

Page 75: ...unit of measurement proceed as follows briefly press the MENU button the display will show the two submenus press button or to switch between the two submenus once you have selected a submenu press the MENU button briefly when you select Distances briefly pressing the MENU button makes the display show km or mi depending on the previous setting press button or to select when you select Consumption...

Page 76: ...ure warning can be adjusted according to 8 levels To set the desired volume proceed as follows briefly press the MENU button the previously set volume level will flash on the display press or to set the value press the MENU button briefly to return to the menu screen or hold the button down to return to the standard screen without storing Button volume Adjustment This function may be used to adjus...

Page 77: ...ding to the previous setting see Distance units of measurement paragraph press the MENU button briefly to return to the menu screen or hold it down to return to the standard screen Note The Scheduled Servicing Plan includes car maintenance at fixed intervals refer to the Maintenance and care chapter This message is displayed automatically when the key is turned to MAR ON starting at 2 000 km or eq...

Page 78: ... Daytime running lights DRL for versions markets where provided With this function it is possible to turn the daytime running lights on and off Proceed as follows to activate or deactivate this function press the MENU button briefly to display a submenu press the MENU button briefly the display will flash On or Off depending on the previous setting press button or to select press the MENU button b...

Page 79: ...CONTROL PANEL AND ON BOARD INSTRUMENTS COLOUR DISPLAY A Colour display B eco Index digital gauge C Digital fuel level gauge D Digital engine coolant temperature gauge E Rev counter 69 AB0A0135 75 ...

Page 80: ...Do not travel with the fuel tank almost empty any gaps in fuel delivery could damage the catalytic converter DIGITAL ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The digital gauge B fig 71 indicates the temperature of the engine coolant and starts supplying indications when the coolant temperature exceeds 50 C approx The first reference which is always on is blue and indicates a low temperature of the engine ...

Page 81: ...journeys are recorded in a reciprocally independent manner as well as for versions where provided Instant info and Best average consumption Both memories can be reset i e start of a new journey Trip A can be used to display the values relating to Range for versions markets where provided Distance travelled A Average consumption A Instant consumption for versions markets where provided Average spee...

Page 82: ... from the start of the new journey Instant consumption for versions markets where provided This value shows the fuel consumption The value is constantly updated The display will show if the car is parked with the engine running Average speed This value shows the car s average speed based on the overall time elapsed since the start of the new journey Trip time Time elapsed since the start of the ne...

Page 83: ...es associated with the function displayed Start of journey procedure With the ignition key in the MAR ON position reset by pressing the TRIP button and keeping it pressed for more than 2 seconds Trip Exit You can automatically exit the TRIP function once all the values have been displayed or by holding the MENU button down for more than 1 second 79 ...

Page 84: ...ted The instrument panel warning light will stay on until the cause of the malfunction is eliminated WARNING LIGHTS ON INSTRUMENT PANEL Warning lights on panel What it means What to do red LOW BRAKE FLUID HANDBRAKE ENGAGED The warning light switches on when the key is turned to MAR ON but it should switch off after a few seconds Low brake fluid The warning light switches on when the brake fluid in...

Page 85: ... may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve when braking sharply The display shows the dedicated message Drive very carefully to the nearest Abarth Dealership to have the system inspected immediately red AIRBAG FAILURE When the key is turned to MAR ON the warning light switches on but it should switch off after a few seconds The warning light stays on constantly if there is a fault in the airbag...

Page 86: ... the Setup Menu WARNING 54 If the warning light turns on when travelling stop the car immediately and contact an Abarth Dealership 55 If when turning the key to MAR ON the warning light does not turn on or if it stays on when travelling there could be a fault in the restraint systems in this event airbags or pretensioners may not be deployed in the event of impact or in a lower number of cases the...

Page 87: ...ated message Drive carefully and contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible amber PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEACTIVATED The warning light switches on when the front passenger airbag is deactivated With the front passenger airbag enabled when the ignition key is turned to MAR ON the warning light switches on constantly for about 4 seconds flashes for another 4 seconds and then should switch off I...

Page 88: ...or driveability and high fuel consumption The display will show a specific message Under these conditions you may continue travelling at a moderate speed without demanding excessive effort from the engine Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on constantly may cause damage Contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible If the warning light is flashing this indicates that the catalytic ...

Page 89: ...rth Dealership as soon as possible Hill Holder system failure When the ignition key is turned to MAR ON the warning light turns on but should switch off after a few seconds The warning light turns on to indicate a Hill Holder system failure The display will show a specific message In this case contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible WARNING 57 The warning light indicates any warning light...

Page 90: ...e you are driving Warning lights on panel What it means What to do green SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED HEADLIGHTS The warning light switches on when side lights or dipped beam headlights are turned on FOLLOW ME HOME The warning light will turn on when this device is active see Follow Me Home device paragraph in Knowing your car chapter The display will show a specific message green LEFT HAND DIRECTION IN...

Page 91: ...ith the left indicator when the hazard warning light button is pressed Warning lights on panel What it means What to do blue MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS The warning light switches on when the main beam headlights are turned on green FOG LIGHTS The warning light switches on when the fog lights are turned on amber REAR FOG LIGHT The warning light switches on when the rear fog light is turned on 87 ...

Page 92: ...fit from the electric power steering and the effort needed to turn the wheel will be significantly increased although it will still be possible to steer the car If the warning light stays on contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible WARNING LIGHTS ON DISPLAY Warning lights on display What it means What to do red INSUFFICIENT ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED When the key is turned...

Page 93: ...s not mean that there is a fault but simply informs that it is now necessary to change the oil as a result of regular use of the car If the oil is not changed when a second degradation threshold is reached the warning light also switches on in the instrument panel and the engine operation is limited to 3000 rpm If the oil is still not changed when a third deterioration threshold is reached the eng...

Page 94: ...n slowly and carefully open the cap top up with coolant and check that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir Also check visually for any fluid leaks Contact an Abarth Dealership if the symbol comes on when the engine is started again If the car is used under demanding conditions e g high performance driving or towing trailers slow down and if the symbol stays on stop the car ...

Page 95: ...wn on the display when a fault in the Hill Holder system is detected Contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible amber FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE for versions markets where provided If with the ignition key at MAR ON the symbol on the display stays on constantly this indicates a possible failure see the Fiat CODE system paragraph in the Knowing your car chapter If with the engine running the sy...

Page 96: ...show the symbol and a dedicated message if the fuel cut off system intervenes For the fuel cut off system reactivation procedure refer to the Fuel cut off system section of the Controls paragraph in the Knowing your car chapter If it is still not possible to restore the fuel supply contact an Abarth Dealership amber FUEL CUT OFF SYSTEM FAILURE The display will show the symbol and a dedicated messa...

Page 97: ...e fuse or a break in the electrical connection amber ASR SYSTEM The symbol on the display flashes to indicate the intervention of the ASR system amber POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD The symbol is displayed when the outside temperature falls to or below 3 C The display shows the dedicated message amber BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE The display will show the symbol together with a dedicated message if there is a fault ...

Page 98: ...ormed and the message will be reset white SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED for versions markets where provided When the car exceeds the speed limit set in the Setup menu e g 120 km h a message and a dedicated symbol are shown on the display ENGAGEMENT OF SPORT FUNCTION The SPORT indication is shown on the analogue pressure gauge and the instrument panel shows a dedicated screen when the SPORT function is enga...

Page 99: ... to the engine and invalidate the warranty The activation of this warning light is not related to the amount of oil in the engine Therefore never top up with oil when the warning light starts flashing IMPORTANT 13 If the symbol switches on when driving stop the engine immediately and contact an Abarth Dealership 14 To avoid damaging the engine it is advisable to change the engine oil when the symb...

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Page 101: ... equipped and provides instructions on how to use them correctly SEAT BELTS 98 SBR SEAT BELT REMINDER SYSTEM 98 PRETENSIONERS 99 CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY 101 FITTING UNIVERSAL CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM WITH SEAT BELTS 103 ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM SETUP 106 FRONT AIRBAGS 110 SIDE AIRBAGS SIDE BAGS WINDOW BAGS 114 97 ...

Page 102: ...nertia seat belts with three anchor points and a retractor WARNING 59 Do not press button C when travelling 60 Remember that in the event of an accident the rear seat passengers not wearing seat belts are exposed to a very serious risk and also represent a serious danger for the front seat occupants SBR Seat Belt Reminder SYSTEM IN BRIEF This system comprises an acoustic warning which in conjuncti...

Page 103: ... sea storms etc the device has been affected by water and mud it must be replaced 61 15 LOAD LIMITERS To increase passenger safety the front seat belt retractors contain a load limiter which allows the force acting on the chest and shoulders to be modulated during the belt restraining action in the event of a frontal impact GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE SEAT BELTS The driver must comply with ...

Page 104: ...ity even if it does not appear to be damaged Always replace the belt if the pretensioners were deployed hand wash the seat belts with water and mild soap rinse and leave to dry in the shade Never use strong detergents bleach paints or any other substance which could damage the belt fibres prevent the retractors from getting wet their correct operation is only guaranteed if water does not get insid...

Page 105: ...h an adult a child s head is larger and heavier in proportion to their body and the child s muscular and bone structures are not fully developed Therefore correct restraint systems other than adult seat belts are necessary to reduce as much as possible the risk of injuries in case of accident braking or sudden manoeuvre Children must be seated safely and comfortably Depending on the characteristic...

Page 106: ...h suitable symbols reminding the user that it is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if a rear facing child restraint system is fitted Always comply with the instructions on the passenger side sun visor see the Front airbags paragraph 67 On the sun visor there is a label with suitable symbols remembering that it is compulsory to deactivate the airbag if a rear facing child restraint system is fitt...

Page 107: ...in forward facing child restraint systems fig 78 GROUP 2 69 Children from 15 to 25 kg may use the car seat belts directly fig 79 In this case the child restraint system is used to position the child correctly with respect to the seat belts so that the diagonal belt section crosses the child s chest and not the neck and the lower part is snug on the pelvis not the abdomen GROUP 3 69 For children be...

Page 108: ...o be secured to the seat safely without using the car seat belts See paragraph Isofix child restraint system setup for the fitting instructions 69 The figure is indicative for fitting purposes only Fit the child restraint system according to the instructions which must be included 104 SAFETY ...

Page 109: ... for the fixing of universal child restraint systems is shown in the following table Group Weight range Front passenger s seat Rear side and central seats Group 0 0 up to 13 kg U U Group 1 9 18 kg U U Group 2 15 25 kg U U Group 3 22 36 kg U U U suitable for child restraint systems in the Universal category according to European Regulation EEC R44 for the specified Groups 105 ...

Page 110: ...of cars provided with the child restraint system IMPORTANT The central rear seat is not approved for any type of Isofix child restraint system INSTALLING A UNIVERSAL ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM Attach the child restraint system to the two metal anchorages A fig 82 located where the rear seat cushion meets the backrest then after having removed the parcel shelf fix the upper strap available toget...

Page 111: ...lus child restraint system and the special G 0 1 system are available from Lineaccessori Abarth For any further details on installation use refer to the instruction manual for the child restraint system 71 72 73 83 AB0A0069 107 ...

Page 112: ...e class Rear side seats Group 0 up to 10 kg Rear facing E X Group 0 up to 13 kg Rear facing E X Rear facing D X Rear facing C X Group 1 from 9 up to 18 kg Rear facing D X Rear facing C X Forward facing B IUF Forward facing BI IUF Forward facing A IUF X Isofix position not suitable for Isofix child restraint systems in this weight group and or size class IUF suitable for forward facing Isofix child...

Page 113: ...k that the seat belts do not rest on the child s neck Always check that the seat belt is well fastened by pulling on it While travelling do not let the child sit incorrectly or unfasten the belts Never allow a child to put the belt s diagonal section under an arm or behind their back Never carry children on your lap even newborns No one can restrain a child in the event of an accident In the event...

Page 114: ...e The protection offered by the bag is compromised in these circumstances Front airbags may not activate in the following situations frontal impacts against highly deformable objects not involving the front surface of the car e g wing collision against guard rail jamming of the car underneath other vehicles or protective barriers e g underneath a truck or a guard rail since the bags would offer no...

Page 115: ...and front side bag If a child must be carried on the front seat in a rear facing child restraint system deactivate the passenger side front airbag and front side bag The instrument panel warning light will stay on constantly until the passenger side front airbag and the front side bag are reactivated IMPORTANT To manually deactivate the passenger side front airbag and the front side bag see paragr...

Page 116: ...PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG AND CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS WARNING 112 SAFETY 87 AB0A0072 ...

Page 117: ...ent could cause fatal injuries to the child regardless of the severity of the impact Therefore always deactivate the passenger airbag when a rear facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat The front passenger seat must also be positioned back as far as possible in order to prevent the child restraint system from coming into contact with the dashboard Immediately reactiv...

Page 118: ...ocated in the front seat backrests fig 88 which protect the pelvic chest and shoulder area of the occupants in the event of a side impact of medium high severity SIDE AIRBAGS FOR HEAD PROTECTION WINDOW BAGS These comprise two curtain bags located behind the side roof cover and covered by special trim fig 89 They are designed to protect the head of front and rear passengers in the event of side imp...

Page 119: ...t airbags and side bags are deployed according to different logics on the basis of the type of collision Failure to deploy of one of the devices does not necessarily indicate a system malfunction 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 WARNING 77 Do not rest your head arms or elbows on the door windows or in the window bag area to prevent injury during deployment 78 Never lean your head arms and elbow...

Page 120: ...d to STOP none of the safety devices airbags or pretensioners will be deployed in the event of collision Non deployment in such cases does not indicate a system malfunction 84 When the ignition key is turned to MAR ON the warning light turns on and flashes for a few seconds to remind you that the passenger s airbag will be deployed in a crash after which it should switch off 85 Do not wash the sea...

Page 121: ...tential to the full We ll look at how to drive it safely in any situation so that it can be a welcome companion with our comfort and our wallets in mind STARTING THE ENGINE 118 PARKING 119 USING THE GEARBOX 120 SAVING FUEL 121 TOWING TRAILERS 123 SNOW TYRES 124 SNOW CHAINS 124 CAR INACTIVITY 125 117 ...

Page 122: ...ignition key to STOP before repeating the starting procedure If with key at MAR ON the symbol on the display stays on together with the warning light on the instrument panel it is advisable to turn the key to STOP and then back to MAR ON If the warning light remains on try with the other keys provided with the car Contact an Abarth Dealership if you still cannot start the engine 17 18 89 90 WARMIN...

Page 123: ...wastes fuel and is especially damaging to turbocharged engines WARNING 89 It is dangerous to run the engine in enclosed areas The engine takes in oxygen and releases carbon dioxide carbon monoxide and other toxic gases 90 Remember that the brake servo and electric power steering are not active until the engine is started A much greater effort will therefore be required to use the brake pedal or tu...

Page 124: ...ve children unattended in the car Always remove the ignition key when leaving the car and take it out with you 92 The car should be braked after a few clicks of the lever If it is not contact an Abarth Dealership to have it adjusted USING THE GEARBOX To engage the gears press the clutch pedal fully and put the gear lever into the required position the diagram for gear engagement is shown on the kn...

Page 125: ...n any way Ensure that the floor mat is always laid flat and does not interfere with use of the pedals IMPORTANT 21 Do not drive with your hand resting on the gear lever as the force exerted even if slight could lead over time to premature wear of the internal gearbox components SAVING FUEL GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS Car maintenance Checks and adjustments should be carried out in accordance with the Sc...

Page 126: ...e engine to warm up more slowly thereby increasing fuel consumption and emissions It is therefore advisable to move off immediately slowly avoiding high speeds in this way the engine will warm up more quickly Unnecessary actions Avoid accelerating when stopped at traffic lights or before switching off the engine The latter action as well as double declutching is unnecessary and causes increased fu...

Page 127: ... any specific and or additional door mirrors as specified by the Highway Code Remember that when towing a trailer steep hills are harder to climb braking distances increase and overtaking takes longer depending on the overall weight of the trailer Engage a low gear when driving downhill rather than constantly using the brake The weight the trailer exerts on the car tow hook reduces the car s loadi...

Page 128: ...e one that can be reached by the car increased by 5 place a notice in the passenger compartment plainly in view which states the maximum speed allowed by the snow tyres as per EC Directive All four tyres should be the same brand and track to ensure greater safety when driving and braking as well as a good manoeuvrability Remember that you should not change the rotation direction of the tyres WARNI...

Page 129: ...sconnected from the electrical system check its state of charge every thirty days clean and protect the painted parts using protective wax clean and protect the shiny metal parts using special compounds available commercially sprinkle talcum powder on the windscreen and rear window wiper rubber blades and lift them off the glass cover the car with a cloth or perforated plastic sheet Do not use com...

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Page 131: ...ncy we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty Booklet It is also possible to call the 00 800 3428 0000 freephone number to search the nearest Abarth Authorised Dealership STARTING THE ENGINE 128 FIX GO AUTOMATIC KIT 129 REPLACING A BULB 133 REPLACING AN EXTERIOR BULB 137 REPLACING AN INTERIOR BULB 141 REPLACING FUSES 142 BATTERY RECHARGING 147 LIFTING THE CAR 147 TOWING...

Page 132: ... not start do not persist but contact an Abarth Dealership IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the negative terminals of the two batteries sparks could ignite explosive gas released from the battery If the auxiliary battery is installed on another car prevent accidental contact between metallic parts of the two cars BUMP STARTING Never bump start the engine by pushing towing or coasting downhill Thi...

Page 133: ...of a spray bottle A with the sealant equipped with filling pipe B separated by the compressor C compressor C with pressure gauge fitting valve to couple the bottle A cable with supply socket D and pipe N to restore pressure this is inside the body as shown adhesive label under the spray bottle A with the message max 80 km h to be placed where the driver can easily see it for example on the dashboa...

Page 134: ...e car 12 V switch on the compressor bringing the switch G to position 1 on inflate the tyre to the pressure specified see the Cold tyre inflation pressure paragraph in the Technical specifications chapter IMPORTANT To get a more precise reading it is advisable to check the value with compressor off if the pressure does not reach at least 1 5 bar in 5 minutes switch the compressor off and disconnec...

Page 135: ...ch on the compressor IMPORTANT To adjust the possible overpressure of the tyre press the air release button M IMPORTANT 24 Punctures caused by foreign bodies can be repaired if the damage does not exceed 4 mm in diameter on the tread and on the shoulder of the tyre WARNING 98 Give the booklet to the technicians who will be handling the tyre that was treated using the Fix Go kit 99 Punctures on the...

Page 136: ...sealant has an expiry date 103 Wear the protective gloves provided with the Fix Go kit 104 Apply the adhesive label where it can be easily seen by the driver as a reminder that the tyre has been treated with the Fix Go kit Drive carefully particularly on bends Do not exceed 80 km h Do not accelerate or brake suddenly 105 If the pressure falls below 1 5 bar do not drive any further the kit cannot g...

Page 137: ... fuses in this chapter 107 108 25 26 IMPORTANT When the weather is cold or damp or after heavy rain or washing the surface of headlights or rear lights may steam up and or form drops of condensation on the inside This is a natural phenomenon due to the difference in temperature and humidity between the inside and the outside of the glass which does not indicate a fault and does not compromise the ...

Page 138: ...he bulb and turn it anticlockwise Tubular bulbs type C release them from their contacts to remove Halogen bulbs type D to remove the bulb release the clip holding the bulb in place Halogen bulbs type E to remove the bulb release the clip holding the bulb in place Gas discharge bulbs Xenon type F to replace them contact an Abarth Dealership 134 IN AN EMERGENCY ...

Page 139: ...5 2IW A Front direction indicators WY2IW 21 W B Front direction indicators with xenon gas discharge bulbs PY24W 24 W B Side direction indicators W5W 5 W A Rear direction indicators PY2IW 2IW B Rear side lights RI0W I0W B Brake lights P2IW 2IW B Reversing light P2IW 2IW B Rear fog light P2IW 2IW B Roof light C5W 5 W C Luggage compartment light W5W 5 W A Number plate light C5W 5 W C Fog lights HI 55...

Page 140: ...be handled by holding the metallic part only Touching the transparent part of the bulb with your fingers may reduce the intensity of the emitted light and even reduce the lifespan of the bulb In the event of accidental contact wipe the bulb with a cloth moistened with alcohol and let the bulb dry 26 Where possible it is advisable to have bulbs changed at an Abarth Dealership The correct operation ...

Page 141: ...er cap B fig 100 Access to the side light daytime running light DRL and main beam headlight bulbs Completely steer the wheels and open guard door C fig 101 on the wheel arch at the level of the lights then remove the rubber cap D fig 101 DIRECTION INDICATORS Front To change the bulb proceed as follows remove the protective rubber cap mentioned above turn the bulb holder A fig 102 anticlockwise and...

Page 142: ... the protective rubber cap mentioned above press the fastener A fig 104 and remove the bulb holder remove the pressure fitted bulb and replace it refit the bulb holder locking it correctly refit the rubber cap 109 MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS To change the bulb proceed as follows remove the protective rubber cap mentioned above release the two bulb holding clips A fig 105 extract the bulb and replace it f...

Page 143: ...ace the bulb proceed as follows open the tailgate unscrew the two fastening screws A fig 106 and extract the light cluster axially without rotating it remove the bulb holder from its housing releasing it from the locking tabs B fig 107 extract the bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning them anticlockwise The bulbs are arranged as follows fig 108 C direction indicators D brake lights E side lig...

Page 144: ...R PLATE LIGHTS To replace the bulbs proceed as follows apply pressure to the point shown by the arrow fig 111 and remove the lens change the bulb releasing it from the side contacts fit the new bulb and make sure that it is correctly clamped between the contacts then refit the lens WARNING 109 Due to the high power supply voltage gas discharge bulbs Xenon should only be replaced by specialised per...

Page 145: ...ange bulb C fig 114 releasing it from the side contacts insert the new bulb and make sure that it is correctly clamped between the contacts close cover B then refit lens A LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT To replace the bulb proceed as follows open the luggage compartment using the screwdriver provided extract the light A fig 115 working in the point shown by the arrow open the cover B fig 116 and replac...

Page 146: ...t A fig 117 must be intact If it is not replace the blown fuse with another having the same amperage same colour 110 111 112 113 114 115 B intact fuse C fuse with damaged filament To facilitate fuse replacement use the pliers D hooked inside the fuse box lid on the dashboard left hand side Refer to the tables on the following pages to identify the protective fuse FUSE LOCATION Dashboard fuse box T...

Page 147: ...wer area next to the pedal unit 119 AB0A0106 143 Engine compartment fuse box The fuse box is located on the right side of the engine compartment next to the battery To access press on device I fig 120 release the tabs M and remove cover L 120 AB0A0131 ...

Page 148: ...The number identifying the electrical component corresponding to each fuse is on the back of the cover 27 121 AB0A0130 144 IN AN EMERGENCY ...

Page 149: ...artment roof lights F32 7 5 Diagnosis socket radio climate control EOBD F36 10 Brake light switch instrument panel node F37 5 Central door locking F38 15 Windscreen rear window washer pump F43 15 Driver s side electric windows F47 20 Passenger side electric window F48 20 Parking sensor control backlighting electric mirrors F49 5 Airbag node F50 7 5 Radio switch Blue Me climate control system brake...

Page 150: ...or F15 20 Powertrain Control Module F17 10 Available F18 7 5 Air conditioning compressor F19 7 5 Heated rear window mirror defrosters F20 30 Fuel pump F21 15 Ignition coil F22 15 Powertrain Control Module F22 20 Braking system control unit valves F23 20 15 Braking system electrical steering yaw sensor F24 7 5 Fog lights F30 15 Available F84 10 Front power socket with or without cigar lighter F85 1...

Page 151: ... Abarth Dealership 114 Before replacing a fuse make sure that the ignition key has been removed and that all the other devices are switched off and or deactivated 115 If a general protection fuse for the safety systems airbag system braking system power unit systems engine system gearbox system or driving system blows contact an Abarth Dealership IMPORTANT 27 If you need to wash the engine compart...

Page 152: ...d eyes The battery should be charged in a well ventilated place away from naked flames or possible sources of sparks danger of explosion and fire 117 Do not attempt to charge a frozen battery it must be thawed first otherwise it may explode If the battery was frozen have it inspected by specialised personnel before recharging to check that the internal elements are not damaged and that the casing ...

Page 153: ...removed and the wheels cannot be steered 119 Before tightening the ring clean the threaded housing thoroughly Make sure that the ring is fully fastened in the housing before towing the car 120 The front and rear tow hooks should be used only for emergencies on the road You are allowed to tow the vehicle for short distances using an appropriate device in accordance with the highway code a rigid bar...

Page 154: ...ible cables when towing and avoid jerky movements While towing make sure that the trailer hitch does not damage any components it is touching When towing the car you must comply with all specific traffic regulations both in terms of the towing device and behaviour on the road Do not start the engine while towing the car 122 Because of its conformation the car cannot be loaded onto railway carriage...

Page 155: ...d safeguarding the efficiency of the safety systems This chapter explains how SCHEDULED SERVICING 152 SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN 153 PERIODIC CHECKS 155 HEAVY DUTY USE OF THE CAR 155 CHECKING LEVELS 156 AIR CLEANER POLLEN FILTER 159 BATTERY 160 WHEELS AND TYRES 161 RUBBER HOSES 163 WINDSCREEN REAR WINDOW WIPER 163 BODYWORK 165 INTERIORS 167 151 ...

Page 156: ...is offered by all Abarth Dealerships according to a set time schedule If during each operation in addition to the ones scheduled the need arises for further replacements or repairs these may be carried out only with the explicit agreement of the Customer If your car is used frequently for towing the interval between one service operation and the next should be reduced IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Sch...

Page 157: ...ration adjust jets Check windscreen rear window wiper blades position wear Check front disc brake pad condition and wear and operation of pad wear indicator Visually inspect condition of bodywork exterior underbody protection pipes and hoses exhaust fuel system brakes rubber elements boots hoses bushes etc Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks as well as cleanliness and lubrica...

Page 158: ...Check exhaust emissions Regardless of the mileage the timing drive belt must be changed every 4 years for heavy duty use cold climates town use long periods of idling dusty areas or at least every 5 years The following are essential to ensure correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine only use spark plugs of the same make and type specially certified for 1 4 Turbo petrol Abarth eng...

Page 159: ... one of the following conditions towing a trailer or caravan dusty roads short repeated journeys less than 7 8 km at sub zero outside temperatures engine often idling or driving long distances at low speeds or long periods of inactivity the following checks must be carried out more often than indicated in the Scheduled Servicing Plan check front disc brake pad condition and wear check cleanliness ...

Page 160: ...CHECKING LEVELS 29 123 124 A Engine oil filler B Engine oil dipstick C Engine coolant D Windscreen washer fluid E Brake fluid F Battery 124 AB0A0110 156 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE ...

Page 161: ... consumption The maximum engine oil consumption is usually 400 grams every 1 000 km When the car is new the engine needs to be run in therefore the engine oil consumption can only be considered stabilised after the first 5 000 6 000 km IMPORTANT The oil consumption depends on driving style and the conditions under which the car is used IMPORTANT After adding or changing the oil let the engine run ...

Page 162: ... For this reason if the car is mainly used in areas with a high degree of atmospheric humidity the fluid must be replaced at more frequent intervals than specified in the Scheduled Servicing Plan IMPORTANT 29 When topping up take care not to mix up the various types of fluids they are not compatible with each other and could seriously damage the car 30 Do not add oil with specifications other than...

Page 163: ...gine is hot risk of burns 126 Do not travel with the windscreen washer reservoir empty the windscreen washer is essential for improving visibility Some commercial windscreen washer additives are flammable The engine compartment contains hot components which may set it on fire 127 Brake fluid is poisonous and highly corrosive In the event of accidental contact immediately wash the affected parts wi...

Page 164: ...de the car the car is however equipped with a system which switches all interior lights off automatically do not keep accessories e g radio hazard warning lights etc switched on for a long time when the engine is not running before performing any operation on the electrical system disconnect the negative battery pole completely tighten the battery terminals IMPORTANT If the charge level remains un...

Page 165: ...re damage to your car Go to an Abarth Dealership if you want to install accessories anti theft system radiotelephone etc they will suggest the most suitable devices and advise you whether a higher capacity battery needs to be installed IMPORTANT 4 Batteries contain substances which are very dangerous for the environment It is advisable to contact an Abarth Dealership for battery replacement WHEELS...

Page 166: ...s are a sign of ageing In any event have the tyres checked by specialised personnel if they have been fitted for longer than 6 years Also remember to check the space saver wheel with particular care in the case of replacement always fit new tyres avoiding those of unknown origin if a tyre is changed also change the inflation valve to allow even wear between the front and rear tyres it is advisable...

Page 167: ... A few simple precautions can reduce the possibility of damage to the blades if the temperature falls below zero make sure that ice has not frozen the rubber against the glass Use a de icing product to release it if required remove any snow from the glass in addition to protecting the blades this prevents effort on the motor and overheating do not operate the windscreen and rear window wipers on d...

Page 168: ...are not clogged use a needle to unblock them if necessary The windscreen jets are directed by adjusting the angle The jets should be directed at about 1 3 of the height from the top edge of the windscreen fig 128 IMPORTANT In versions with a sun roof make sure that the sun roof is closed before operating the front jets Rear window washer The rear window washer jets are fixed The jet holder is on t...

Page 169: ...r wing edges etc use of open boxed sections to prevent condensation and pockets of moisture from triggering rust inside BODY AND UNDERBODY WARRANTY Your car is covered by warranty against perforation due to rust of any original element of the structure or bodywork For the general terms of this warranty refer to the Warranty Booklet PRESERVING THE BODYWORK Paintwork Paintwork does not only serve an...

Page 170: ...k Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the same way as the rest of the car Where possible do not park under trees the resinous substance that many species release give the paint a dull appearance and increase the possibility of triggering rusting processes IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be washed off immediately and thoroughly as the acid they contain is particularly aggressive 5 34 Windows To...

Page 171: ...reserve the aesthetic appearance of the paint abrasive products and or polishes should not be used for cleaning the car INTERIORS Regularly check that water is not trapped under the mats due to water dripping off shoes umbrellas etc as this could cause oxidation of the sheet metal 138 139 SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner It is advisable to use a moist brush ...

Page 172: ...substances WARNING 138 Never use flammable products such as petroleum ether or modified petrol to clean the inside of the car The electrostatic charges which are generated by rubbing during cleaning may cause a fire 139 Do not keep aerosol cans in the vehicle these could explode Aerosol cans must not be exposed to a temperature exceeding 50 C When the car is exposed to sunlight the internal temper...

Page 173: ...nt to know every detail of their car IDENTIFICATION DATA 169 ENGINE CODES BODYWORK VERSIONS 170 ENGINE 171 FUEL SUPPLY 171 TRANSMISSION 172 BRAKES 173 SUSPENSION 174 STEERING 175 WHEELS 176 DIMENSIONS 180 PERFORMANCE 181 WEIGHTS 182 SUPPLIES 183 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 184 FUEL CONSUMPTION 187 CO2 EMISSIONS 188 PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS LIFE 189 RADIOFREQUENCY REMOTE C...

Page 174: ...cle type identification code D Chassis serial number E Maximum permitted weight of vehicle fully laden F Maximum permitted weight of vehicle fully laden plus trailer G Maximum permitted weight on first axle front H Maximum permitted weight on second axle rear I Engine type L Bodywork version code M Spare part number CHASSIS MARKING It is located on the right side of the luggage compartment floor a...

Page 175: ...rnal tailgate post left side and it bears the following data fig 132 A Paint manufacturer B Colour name C Fiat colour code D Respray and touch up code ENGINE MARKING It is stamped on the cylinder block and includes the type and the engine serial number 132 AB0A0117 171 ...

Page 176: ...ENGINE CODES BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions Engine code Bodywork versions 1 4 TB PETROL ABARTH 312A1000 312AXD1A 05B 312AXD1A 05D Euro 5 Euro 6 172 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 177: ...n line Piston bore and stroke mm 72 x 84 Total cylinder capacity cm3 1368 Compression ratio 9 8 1 Maximum power EC kW 99 Maximum power EC HP 135 corresponding engine speed rpm 5500 Maximum torque EC Nm 180 206 corresponding engine speed rpm 2000 Spark plugs NGK IKR9F8 Fuel Unleaded petrol 95 R O N NORMAL SPORT 173 ...

Page 178: ...ic injection with fixed geometry turbocharger 140 WARNING 140 Modifications or repairs to the fuel supply system that are not carried out correctly or do not take the system technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire 174 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 179: ...TRANSMISSION Version 1 4 TB PETROL ABARTH Gearbox Five forward gears and reverse with synchronisers for forward gear engagement Clutch Self adjusting pedal without idle stroke Drive Front 175 ...

Page 180: ...lf ventilated disc solid disc Parking brake controlled by hand lever working on rear brakes IMPORTANT Water ice and salt spread on the roads may deposit on the brake discs reducing braking efficiency the first time the brakes are applied 176 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 181: ...acPherson independent wheels mechanical crossmember shock absorbers and coil springs anti roll bar Rear torsion beam with interconnected wheels consisting of a torsion axle anti roll bar and two tubular arms with shock absorbers and coil springs 177 ...

Page 182: ...STEERING Version 1 4 TB PETROL ABARTH Type rack and pinion with dual strategy electric power steering normal sport Turning circle kerb to kerb m 10 8 178 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 183: ...o not use air chambers with tubeless tyres WHEEL GEOMETRY Front wheel toe in measured from rim to rim 0 5 1 mm The values refer to the car in running order CORRECT TYRE READING Example fig 133 195 45 R 16 84V 195 Rated width S distance in mm between sidewalls 45 Height width ratio H S as a percentage R Radial tyre 16 Rim diameter in inches Ø 84 Load index capacity V Maximum speed index Maximum spe...

Page 184: ... 00 rim width in inches 1 J profile of the flange side projection where the tyre bead rests 2 17 rim nominal diameter in inches corresponds to diameter of the tyre to be mounted 3 Ø H2 shape and number of humps circumference measurement which keeps the bead of Tubeless tyres in position on the rim RIM PROTECTOR TYRES 141 WARNING 141 DO NOT fit wheel caps when using integral wheel caps fixed with s...

Page 185: ...2 J x 16H2 ET35 195 45 R16 84 V XL 7 J x 16H2 ET35 195 45 R16 84 V XL 7 J x 17H2 ET35 205 40 R17 84 W XL 7 J x 17H2 ET38 205 40 R17 84 W XL 7 mm chains can be fitted Winter tyres Pirelli Snow Sport 195 45 R16 are also available for use if the car is mainly driven on snow covered roads 181 ...

Page 186: ... the prescribed value However recheck that the value is correct with the tyre cold Tyres Medium load Full load Front Rear Front Rear 195 45 R16 84 V XL 2 3 2 1 2 6 2 4 205 40 R17 84 W XL 2 3 2 1 2 6 2 4 At speeds above 160 km h use the inflation pressures for maximum load conditions 182 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 187: ...e car equipped with its standard supplied tyres Height is measured with car unladen LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT VOLUME Unladen capacity V D A standards 185 dm3 A B C D E F G I 3657 776 2300 581 1480 1485 1415 1409 1627 1408 1402 With 205 40 R17 tyres 135 AB0A0121 183 ...

Page 188: ...PERFORMANCE Max allowed speed after initial car use in km h Version Top speed km h 1 4 TB PETROL ABARTH 205 184 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 189: ...d trailer 800 trailer without brakes 400 Maximum load on roof 50 Maximum load on tow hitch trailer with brakes 60 If special equipment is fitted sunroof etc the unladen car weight increases thus reducing the specified payload in relation to the maximum permissible loads Loads not to be exceeded The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and or load platform within the m...

Page 190: ...LUUP Engine sump litres 2 75 SELENIA ABARTH 10W50 Engine sump and filter litres 2 90 Gearbox differential casing litres 1 65 TUTELA CAR TECHNYX Hydraulic brake circuit kg 0 55 TUTELA TOP 4 Windscreen and rear window washer fluid reservoir litres 2 5 Mixture of water and TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions we recommend using a 60 40 mixture of ...

Page 191: ... of the car Genuine fluids and lubricants Replacement interval Engine lubricants 35 SAE 10W50 grade totally synthetic lubricant SELENIA ABARTH 10W50 Contractual Technical Reference No 0101 According to Scheduled Servicing Plan In the case of emergency if lubricants with the prescribed specifications are not available products with the minimum indicated ACEA performance can be used for topping up i...

Page 192: ...ase resistant to high temperatures N L G I 1 2 consistency TUTELA ALL STAR Contractual Technical Reference No F702 G07 Wheel side constant velocity joints Poly urea synthetic based grease suitable for high temperatures N L G I 2 consistency TUTELA STAR 325 Contractual Technical Reference No F301 D03 Differential side constant velocity joints Brake fluid Synthetic fluid FMVSS no 116 DOT 4 ISO 4925 ...

Page 193: ...eference No F101 M01 Cooling circuit usage percentage 50 distilled water 50 PARAFLUUP Windscreen rear window washer fluid Mixture of alcohol water and surfactants CUNA NC 956 II TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC35 Contractual Technical Reference No F201 D02 To be used diluted or undiluted in screen washer wiper systems IMPORTANT Do not top up or mix with other fluids which have different specifications from ...

Page 194: ...ombined consumption calculated with a weighting of approximately 37 of the urban cycle and 63 of the extra urban cycle IMPORTANT The type of route traffic conditions weather conditions driving style general condition of the car trim level equipment accessories use of the climate control system car load presence of roof racks and other situations that adversely affect the aerodynamics or wind resis...

Page 195: ...CO2 EMISSIONS The CO2 emission figures in the table below refer to combined fuel consumption Version CO2 emissions according to the current European directive g km 1 4 TB PETROL ABARTH 155 191 ...

Page 196: ...opean Union countries until 1 January 2007 vehicles registered after 1 July 2002 will be collected free of charge whilst from 2007 collection will be free of charge irrespective of the year of registration as long as the vehicle contains its basic components in particular the engine and bodywork and has no additional waste To hand your vehicle over at the end of its life without extra cost contact...

Page 197: ...RADIOFREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL MINISTERIAL APPROVALS 136 AB0A0126 193 ...

Page 198: ...r contact an Abarth Dealership AN EXTERNAL BULB main beam dipped beam headlights DOES NOT COME ON Contact an Abarth Dealership Replace the bulb See page 141 or contact an Abarth Dealership THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK Replace the batteries inside the remote control See page 13 or contact an Abarth Dealership AN ELECTRIC WINDOW DOES NOT WORK Check the relevant protection fuse See GENERAL INFORM...

Page 199: ... cut off inertia switch Check the system re activation procedure See page 36 ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH INDICATION Check the engine coolant level See page 157 or contact an Abarth Dealership IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO ENGAGE THE GEARS Have the gearbox transmission checked Contact an Abarth Dealership LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE POOR DRIVEABILITY HIGH EXHAUST EMISSIONS AND CONSUMPTION Have the E...

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Page 201: ...pressure gauge 4 Instrument panel and warning lights 5 Right stalk controls wiper washer trip computer 6 Passenger air bag 7 Oddment compartment hidden document tray 8 Power windows control 9 Driver air bag 1 1 7 7 7 7 7 9 6 1 1 7 7 5 8 8 2 7 7 3 1 AB0A0150 RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS 197 ...

Page 202: ...NTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTS A Display B Digital eco Index indicator C Digital fuel level indicator D Rev counter E Digital indicator of engine coolant temperature 2 AB0A0151 RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS 198 ...

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Page 207: ... Daytime running lights DRL 30 Digital engine coolant temperature gauge 76 Digital fuel level gauge 76 Dimensions 183 Dipped headlights bulb replacement 138 Dipped headlights side lights 30 Direction indicators bulb replacement 137 Direction indicators 31 Display 64 Doors 42 Door central locking unlocking 42 door locking unlocking 42 opening closing with the key 42 Driver side knee bag 111 Driver ...

Page 208: ...pecifications 187 Luggage compartment 43 closing 44 extending the luggage compartment 45 Luggage compartment light bulb replacement 141 Luggage compartment light 34 Main beam headlights bulb replacement 138 Main beam headlights 30 Maintenance and care 152 heavy duty use of the car 155 periodic checks 155 scheduled servicing 152 Scheduled Servicing Plan 153 Manual climate control system 23 controls...

Page 209: ...age compartment 37 Storage compartment under passenger seat 38 Sun roof 40 Sun visors 37 Supplies 186 Suspension 177 Symbols 10 Technical specifications 170 The keys 11 CODE Card 11 Key without remote control 11 Key with remote control 12 Third brake lights bulb replacement 139 Towing the car 149 Towing trailers 123 Transmission 175 TRIP button 78 Trip Computer 77 TTC system 52 Tyres inflation pre...

Page 210: ...Fiat Group Automobiles S p A Parts Services Technical Services Service Engineering Largo Senatore G Agnelli 3 10040 Volvera Torino Italia Print no 603 99 54 04 2014 1st Edition 2 ...

Page 211: ...ight to modify the models and versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commercial reasons If you have any further questions please consult your Abarth dealer Printed in recycled paper without chlorine ENGLISH Cop 500 ABARTH GB_Cop 500 ABARTH GB 09 04 14 08 37 Pagina 1 ...

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