isofix Abarth 500 2015 Owner handbook (in English)

SAFETY
The chapter that you are about to read
is very important: it describes the
safety systems with which the car is
equipped and provides instructions on
how to use them correctly.SEAT BELTS ...................................102
SBR (SEAT BELT REMINDER)
SYSTEM .........................................102
PRETENSIONERS...........................103
CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ......105
FITTING "UNIVERSAL" CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (WITH SEAT
BELTS) ............................................107
ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEM SETUP .............................110
FRONT AIRBAGS............................114
SIDE AIRBAGS (SIDE BAGS -
WINDOW BAGS) .............................118
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GROUP 3
75)
For children between 22 and 36 kg,
there are dedicated restraint systems
that allow the seat belt to be worn
correctly.
The fig. 82 shows the correct child
positioning on the rear seat.
Children over 1.50 m in height can wear
seat belts like adults.
WARNING
74) Child restraint systems with
Isofix anchorages are available,
which allow them to be secured to
the seat safely without using the
car seat belts. See paragraph
"Isofix child restraint system
setup" for the fitting instructions.
75) The figure is indicative for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child
restraint system according to the
instructions, which must be
included.
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ISOFIX CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
SETUP
The car is equipped with ISOFIX
anchorages, a new standard which
makes fitting a child restraint system
quick, simple and safe.
Traditional child restraint systems can
be fitted alongside Isofix child restraint
systems on different seats in the same
car.
fig. 83 shows an example of a Universal
Isofix child restraint system for weight
group 1.
76)
The other weight groups are covered
by specific Isofix child restraint systems,
which can be used only if specifically
tested for this car (see list of cars
provided with the child restraint
system).
IMPORTANT The central rear seat is
not approved for any type of Isofix child
restraint system.
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INSTALLING A
UNIVERSAL ISOFIX
CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEM
Attach the child restraint system to the
two metal anchorages A fig. 84 located
where the rear seat cushion meets
the backrest, then, after having
removed the parcel shelf, fix the upper
strap (available together with the child
restraint system) to the dedicated
anchorage B fig. 85 located at the
bottom behind the backrest.Remember that when using a Universal
Isofix child restraint system, you can
use approved child restraint systems
with the marking ECE R44/03 (R44/03
or superior) "Universal Isofix".
The Universal Isofix "Duo Plus" 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.
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE
The table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child restraint systems on seats fitted with Isofix
attachments in accordance with European standard ECE 16.
Weight groupChild restraint system
positionIsofix size class Rear side seats
Group 0 up to 10 kg Rear facing EX
Group 0+ up to 13 kgRear facing EX
Rear facing DX
Rear facing CX
Group1from9upto18kgRear facing DX
Rear facing CX
Forward facing BIUF
Forward facing BIIUF
Forward facing AIUF
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 restraint systems in the Universal category and type-approved for the use in the weight group.
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SAFETY

Main recommendations
to carry children safely
❒Install the child restraint systems
on the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of an
impact.
❒Keep children in rear facing child
restraint systems for as long as
possible, at least until 2 years old.
❒Should a rear facing child restraint
system be installed on the rear seats,
it is advisable to position it as far
forward as the position of the front
seat allows.
❒If the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated always check the
permanent switching on of the
warning light to make sure that it
has actually been deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint
system itself. Keep the instructions in
the car along with the other
documents and this handbook. Do
not use second-hand child restraint
systems without instructions.
❒Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry
two children simultaneously.
❒Always check 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 of an accident, replace
the child restraint system with a
new one.
WARNING
76) The figure is indicative for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child
restraint system according to the
instructions, which must be
included.
77) If a Universal Isofix child
restraint system is not fixed to all
three anchorages, it will not be
able to protect the child correctly.
In a crash, the child could be
seriously or fatally injured.
78) Fit the child restraint system only
when the car is stationary. The
child restraint system is correctly
secured to the brackets when
you hear the click. Follow the
instructions for assembly,
disassembly and positioning that
the manufacturer must supply
with the child restraint system.
79) Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions,
which must be included.
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Front airbags .................................. 114
Front light clusters (bulb
replacement) ................................ 139
Front roof light ................................ 33
Fuel consumption .......................... 191
Fuel cut-off system......................... 35
Fuel supply..................................... 175
Fuel tank plug ................................ 65
Fuse boxes (location) ..................... 144
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 144
Gear Shift Indicator (system) ......... 69
Glove compartment ....................... 37
Handbrake.................................... 123
Hazard warning lights..................... 35
HBA system ................................... 54
Headlight alignment corrector ........ 51
Headlights (adjusting headlights
abroad) ........................................ 52
Headlights...................................... 51
Headlights (washing) ...................... 168
Head restraints............................... 17
– Rear head restraints .................. 17
Heated rear window (activation) ..... 25
Heating and ventilation ................... 22
Hill Holder system .......................... 54
Identification data
– bodywork paint plate ................. 172
– chassis marking ........................ 172
– engine marking.......................... 172– identification data plate.............. 172
Ignition switch ................................ 14
Installing electrical/electronic
devices ........................................ 61
Interior fittings ................................ 36
Interior roof light (bulb
replacement) ................................ 142
Interiors (cleaning) .......................... 169
Isofix child restraint system
setup ........................................... 110
iTPMS ............................................ 56
Lifting the car ................................ 149
Lubricants (specifications) .............. 188
Luggage compartment................... 45
– closing ...................................... 45
– extending the luggage
compartment ............................ 46
Luggage compartment light
(bulb replacement) ....................... 143
Luggage compartment light ........... 34
Main beam headlights (bulb
replacement) ................................ 140
Main beam headlights .................... 30
Maintenance and care.................... 154
– heavy-duty use of the car .......... 158
– periodic checks ......................... 158
– scheduled servicing ................... 154
– Scheduled Servicing Plan .......... 155
Manual climate control system ....... 24
– controls ..................................... 24
– maintenance ............................. 25Menu items .................................... 71
MSR system .................................. 54
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement) ................................ 142
Paintwork (maintenance) ............... 167
Parking .......................................... 123
Parking sensors ............................. 62
Passenger side front airbag ............ 115
Performance .................................. 185
Plugs (type) .................................... 174
Pollen filter ..................................... 162
Power socket ................................. 38
Preparation to install a portable
navigation system ........................ 39
Pretensioners ................................. 103
– Load limiters.............................. 103
Protecting the environment ............ 65
Radiofrequency remote control:
ministerial approvals..................... 194
Radio ............................................. 60
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones......................................... 61
Rear light clusters (bulb
replacement) ................................ 141
Rear seats (backrest release).......... 16
Rear view mirrors ........................... 19
Rear window washer (jets).............. 166
Rear window wiper/washer ............ 32
Reconfigurable multifunction
display ......................................... 68
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