ignition Abarth 500 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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EOBD/INJECTION
SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber yellow)
Under normal conditions, when
the ignition key is turned to MAR, the
warning light comes on, but should go off
as soon as the engine is started.
If the warning light remains on or comes
on whilst driving, this means that the in-
jection system is not working properly;
in particular, if the warning light comes on
constantly, this indicates a malfunction in
the supply/ignition system that could cause
excessive exhaust emissions, a possible
loss of performance, poor driveability and
high consumption.
On certain versions the dedicated mes-
sage is displayed.
In these conditions, the vehicle can con-
tinue travelling at moderate speed with-
out demanding excessive effort from the
engine. The prolonged use of the car with
the warning light on constantly could
cause damage so it is advisable to go to a
Abarth Dealership as soon as possible.
The warning light goes out if the malfunc-
tion disappears, but the system still mem-
orizes the problem.
Warning light turning on flashing indicates
the possibility of damage to the catalyst.
U
INCOMPLETE DOOR
LOCKING (red)
On certain versions the warn-
ing light turns on when one or
more doors or the tailgate are not prop-
erly shut.
On certain versions the dedicated mes-
sage is displayed.
When doors are open and the vehicle is
running, a beep is emitted (only for ver-
sions with reconfigurable multifunction
display).
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“DUALDRIVE”
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE
(red)
Turning the ignition key to MARthe
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after a few seconds.
If the warning light stays on, you will not
have the steering assistance and the effort
on the steering wheel will be increased,
steering is however possible: go to a
Abarth Dealership.
On certain versions the dedicated mes-
sage is displayed.
g
If warning light vflashes,
contact Abarth Dealership
as soon as possible to have oil
changed and instrument panel warn-
ing light turned off.
WARNING
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Go to a Abarth Dealership as
soon as possible if warning
light
Udoes not light up
when the key is turned to
MAR or if, while travelling, the warn-
ing light comes on either steady or
blinking (along with a message on the
display). The operation of warning light
Umay be checked by the traffic po-
lice using specific devices. Follow the
laws in force in the country where you
are driving.
K
FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MARthe warning light turns on, but it
should go off after a few seconds.
The warning light turns on when about 5
litres of fuel are left in the tank.
IMPORTANT The warning light will blink
to indicate a system failure. Go to a Abarth
Dealership to have the system checked.
CAR PROTECTION
SYSTEM FAILURE -
FIAT CODE (amber)
If with the ignition key at MAR, the warn-
ing light stays on, this indicates a possible
failure (see “Fiat Code system” in section
“Your car”).
IMPORTANT Warning lights
Uand Ywill come on at the same time to indicate
a Fiat CODE system failure.
If with the engine running the warning light
Yflashes, this means that the car is not
protected by the engine inhibitor device
(see “Fiat Code system” in section “Your
car”).
Contact Abarth Dealership to have all the
key stored.
Y
REAR FOG LIGHTS
(amber)
The warning light comes on
when the rear fog lights are turned on.
4
GENERIC FAILURE
INDICATION
(amber)
The warning light turns on in the follow-
ing circumstances.
Engine oil pressure
sensor failure
The warning light turns on when failure
is detected in parking sensors. Go to a
Abarth Dealership to have the fault fixed
as soon as possible.
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If the light flashes, release the accelerator
pedal to lower the speed of the engine un-
til the warning light stops flashing; contin-
ue the journey at moderate speed, trying
to avoid driving conditions that may cause
further flashing and contact Abarth Deal-
ership as soon as possible.
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SIDE/TAILLIGHTS
AND LOW BEAMS
(green)
FOLLOW ME HOME
(green)
Side/taillights and low beams
The warning light turns on when side/tail-
lights or low beams are turned on.
Follow me home
The warning light will turn on when this
device is active (see “Follow me home”
in section “Your car”).
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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Fuel cut-off inertial switch
intervention/fuel cut-off not
available
The warning light turns on when the fu-
el cut-off inertial switch intervenes or
when the fuel cut-off system is not avail-
able.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
External lights failure
The warning light comes on when an ex-
ternal light failure is detected.ESP SYSTEM FAILURE/
HILL HOLDER FAILURE
(amber)
ESP system failure
Turning the ignition key to MARthe
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after a few seconds.
If the warning light does not go out or re-
mains on whilst driving, go to an Abarth
Dealership.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
NoteWarning light flashing when driving
indicates that the ESP system is active.
Hill Holder failure
Turning the ignition key to MARthe
warning light turns on, but it should go off
after a few seconds.
The warning light turns on to indicate a
Hill holder system failure. In this case, con-
tact Abarth Dealership as soon as possi-
ble.
The display will show the dedicated mes-
sage.
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IF A FUSE BLOWS
GENERALITIES fig. 37
The fuse is a protective device for the
electric system: it comes into action (i.e.
it cuts off) mainly due to a fault or im-
proper action on the system.
Check the efficiency of the corresponding
fuse when a device does not work: the
conducting element Amust not be inter-
rupted. If it is, replace the blown fuse with
another with the same amperage (same
colour).
Bintact fuse.
Cfuse with damaged filament.
To identify the protection fuse, see the
tables in the following pages.
❒open the bulb cover B-fig. 36and re-
place the snap-fitted bulb C;
❒re-close the bulb cover Bon the lens;
❒reinstall the ceiling light properly in-
serting it into its seat on one side first,
and then pressing the other side until it
clicks into position.Never replace a blown fuse
with metal wires or other ma-
terials.
Never replace a fuse with
another having higher am-
perage; FIRE HAZARD.
In case of general protection fuse in-
tervention (MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE,
MAXI-FUSE) contact Abarth Dealer-
ship.
Remove the key from the ignition
switch and switch off all loads before
replacing a fuse.
WARNING
Should the fuse blow again,
contact Abarth Dealership.
WARNING
fig. 36F0S109Abfig. 37F0S110Ab
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20
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50
30
30
20
20
30
30
30
50
30 T02
T03
T05
T06
T07
T08
T09
T10
T14
T17
T19
T20
T30
T31F19
F20
F21
F22
F22
F23
F24
F30
F84
F85
F877.5
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15
20
20
7.5
15
10
15
7.5
Engine compartment control unit - fig. 41FUSE AMPERE
Conditioner compressor
Heated rear window, mirror demisters
Fuel pump
Ignition coil
Engine control unit
Braking system (control unit, valves)
+15 Braking system, electrical driving, yaw sensor
Fog headlights
Spare
Front socket (with or without cigar lighter plug)
+15 for backing lights, T02, T05, T14 and T19 relay coils
Engine compartment control unit - fig. 41RELÉ AMPERE
Main headlights
Buzzers
Conditioner compressor
One-speed engine cooling fan - Low speed engine cooling fan
High-speed engine cooling fan
Climate control system fan
Engine control system (main relay)
Spare
Fog headlights
Fuel pump
Demisting
Spare
Spare
Front socket (with or without cigar lighter plug)
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TOWING THE CAR
The tow ring provided with the car is
housed in the tool box under the boot
mat.
FASTENING THE TOW
RING fig. 42-43
Proceed as follows:
❒release the cap A(only present in the
rear section Fig. 43);
❒take the tow hook Bfrom its seat in
the tool support;
❒tighten the ring on the rear or front
threaded pin.
Before beginning the tow,
turn the ignition key to MAR
and then to STOP, without extract-
ing it If the key is extracted, the steer-
ing wheel lock will be automatically
activated, thus preventing steering
WARNING
Because of the vehicle con-
formation, it cannot be
loaded onto railway carriages and
transported.
WARNING
The power brakes and the
electrical power steering will
not work while the car is being towed.
More effort on the brake pedal and
steering wheel will therefore be re-
quired. Do not use wires for towing.
Do not jerk. Make sure not to dam-
age parts in contact with the car
while towing. Respect the specific
rules of the Highway Code when tow-
ing the car specifically in relation to
the towing device and the behaviour
to maintain on the road.
Do not start the engine while towing
the car.
WARNING
fig. 42

F0S115Abfig. 43

F0S116Ab
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IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
for a long time under 50%, the battery is
damaged by sulphation, reducing its ca-
pacity and starting attitude.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (e.g. already at -10°C). Refer to
the paragraph “Car inactivity” in “Starting
and driving” if the car is left parked for a
long time.
If after buying the car, you want to install
electric accessories which require per-
manent electric supply (alarm, etc.) con-
tact Abarth Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices, will evaluate the
overall electric absorption, checking
whether the car’s electric system is capa-
ble of withstanding the load required, or
whether it should be integrated with a
more powerful battery.
Since these devices continue absorbing en-
ergy even when the ignition key is off, they
gradually run down the battery. USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and length-
en its life, observe the following indica-
tions:
❒when you park the car, ensure the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly;
❒switch off all lights inside the car: the
car is however equipped with a system
which switches all internal lights off au-
tomatically;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g. sound sys-
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on for
a long time when the engine is not run-
ning;
❒before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the bat-
tery negative cable;
❒battery terminals shall always be per-
fectly tightened. Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Abarth Dealer-
ship if you want to install accessories
(alarms, mobile phone, etc.): they will
suggest the most suitable devices and
advise you if a higher capacity battery
needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances
that can be very dangerous
for the environment. t is ad-
visable to have the battery
changed by a Abarth Dealership where
it will be disposed of according to the
law.
If the vehicle must remain
unused for a long time at
very low temperature, remove the
battery and carry it to a warm place,
to avoid freezing.
WARNING
When you must perform any
operation on the battery or
near it, always protect your eyes with
the special goggles.
WARNING
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IDENTIFICATION DATA ................................................. 142
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS............... 144
ENGINE .................................................................................. 145
FUEL FEED/IGNITION ....................................................... 146
TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 146
BRAKES................................................................................... 147
SUSPENSIONS....................................................................... 147
STEERING............................................................................... 147
WHEELS.................................................................................. 148
DIMENSIONS......................................................................... 151
PERFORMANCE................................................................... 152
WEIGHTS............................................................................... 153
CAPACITIES........................................................................... 154
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS.............................................. 155
FUEL CONSUMPTION....................................................... 157
CO
2EMISSIONS .................................................................. 158
RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL
(Declaration of conformity)................................................ 159
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FUEL FEED/IGNITION
1.4 TB BZ ABARTH
Fuel feed Multipoint electronic injection
phased, sequential ,
with fixed geometry turbocharger
Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s
technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
WARNING
TRANSMISSION
1.4 TB BZ ABARTH
Gearbox
Clutch
DriveFive forward gears plus reverse
with synchronisers for forward gears
Self-adjusting with pedal without idle stroke
Front
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Front seats ........................................... 23
– cleaning ........................................... 140
Fuel cap ................................................. 61
Fuel cut-off system ............................. 38
Fuel filler cap ....................................... 61
Fuel level gauge ................................... 11
Fuel .........................................................154
– tank capacity .................................. 154
– fuel consumption .......................... 157
– fuel level gauge .............................. 11
– refuelling ......................................... 154
– fuel cut-off system ....................... 38
Functions menu ................................... 14
Fuse positions ...................................... 117
Fuse replacement ............................... 116
Glove compartment ......................... 40
Handbrake .......................................... 81
Hatchback emergency opening ........ 47
Hatchback opening.............................. 46
Hatchback/Boot door ........................ 46
Hazard lights ........................................ 37
Headlights ............................................. 51
– beam aim control ........................ 52
– beam orientation ......................... 51
– orientation of fog lights ............... 52
– beam orientation abroad ............ 52
Heated rear window ................28-29-31
Heating/ventilation system ............... 28
Heating/ventilation system................. 28Hill Holder system ............................. 55
Hill Holder system ............................. 55
Identification data .............................. 142
Ignition switch .................................... 8
In an emergency .................................. 95
Installing electrical/electronic
devices ................................................ 60
Instrument panel ................................. 9
Instruments .......................................... 9
Intelligent washing .............................. 35
Interior fittings .................................... 39
Interiors ................................................ 139
Isofix child seat ................................. 71
Isofix child seat .................................. 71
Isofix child seat ready ........................ 71
Jacking the car .................................... 121
Key with remote control ................ 5
– request for extra remote
controls .......................................... 7
– battery replacement .................... 7
– remote control cover
replacement ................................7
Key without remote control .......... 5
Levels ................................................... 128
Lighting (replacing a light bulb) ........107
– general indications ........................ 108
– types of lights ................................ 109
Load limiters ........................................ 65
Locking/unlocking from inside ......... 44 – rear bulb replacement ................. 113
Door lock device locking/unlocking
from outside ..................................... 43
Doors .................................................... 43
Dualdrive
(electric power steering system) .. 58
Dualdrive electric power
steering system ................................. 58
Engine compartment (washing) ...... 139
Engine Cooling Circuit ...................... 11
Engine cooling system fluid level ..... 130
Engine oil level. .................................... 129
Engine..................................................... 145
– identification code ........................ 144
– specifications ................................. 145
– branding .......................................... 143
EOBD (system) .............................54-57
ESP system ....................................... 54
External lights ...................................... 34
Fiat CODE system ........................... 4
Fix & Go (quick repair kit) .............. 98
Fixed glass roof ................................... 41
Flashing the headlights ....................... 34
Fluid gauge
Fluids and lubricants ........................... 155
Fog lights .............................................. 37
– activation ..................................37-38
– bulb replacement .......................... 113
Follow me home device .................... 35
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