lights Abarth 500 2017 Owner handbook (in English)

The bulbs are arranged as follows fig.
89:
1: side / brake light;
2: direction indicators.
REVERSING LIGHT/REAR
FOG LIGHT
For bulb replacement, contact an
Abarth Dealership.
THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:
remove the two guard caps and
unscrew the two fastening screws 1 fig.
90;
remove the assembly;
disconnect the electrical connector
2 fig. 91;
press the retaining device 3 fig. 91
and open the bulb holder;
remove the press-fitted bulb to be
replaced and replace it;
close the bulb holder making sure
the retaining device is correctly locked;
screw in the two fastening screws
and reinstall the guard caps.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
apply pressure to the point shown
by the arrow fig. 92 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
121)Due to the high power supply
voltage, gas discharge bulbs (Xenon)
should only be replaced by specialised
personnel: danger of death! Contact
an Abarth Dealership.
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DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Passenger side electric window F48 20
Parking sensor, controls backlighting F49 5
Climate control, brake lights, clutch, electric sunroof, electric
mirrorsF51 7.5
Instrument panel node F53 5
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT JUNCTION BOX
DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPERE
HI-FIF02 20
Climate control electric fanF08 30
Headlight washersF09 30
HornsF10 10
Main-beam headlightsF14
10/15
(*)
Electric roof motorF15 20
(*) Only for versions equipped with Xenon gas discharge lamps
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DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPERE
Robotised sequential gearbox control unit power supply (+ ignition) F16 7.5
Heated rear windowF20 30
Fog lightsF30 15
Robotised sequential gearbox control unit F84 10
Front power socket (with or without cigar lighter) F85 20
WARNING
122)If the fuse blows again, contact an Abarth Dealership.
123)Never replace a fuse with metal wires or anything else.
124)Never replace a fuse with another with a higher amp rating; DANGER OF FIRE.
125)If a general protection fuse (MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-FUSE) blows, contact an Abarth Dealership.
126)Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition key has been removed and that all the other services are switched off and/or
disengaged.
127)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.
WARNING
25)If you need to wash the engine compartment, take care not to directly hit the engine compartment fuse box with the water jet.
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WARNING
28)Never use a fast battery-charger to
start the engine as this could damage the
electronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuel
supply control units.
WARNING
129)This starting procedure must be
performed by expert personnel because
incorrect actions could cause electrical
discharge of considerable intensity.
Furthermore, battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive: avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames and lighted
cigarettes away from the battery and do
not cause sparks.
FUEL CUT-OFF
SYSTEM
This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:
the fuel supply cut-off with the
engine consequently switching off
the automatic unlocking of the doors
turning on the lights inside the
vehicle.
The intervention of the system is
indicated by a message shown on the
display.
IMPORTANT Carefully check the car for
fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the car or near the
tank area.
130)
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
activate the right direction indicator
deactivate the right direction
indicator
activate the left direction indicator
deactivate the left direction indicator
turn the ignition key to the STOP
position
turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON
position.
WARNING
130)If, after an impact, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do
not reactivate the system to avoid the risk
of fire.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN
The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 150,000 km/10 years, must be cyclically repeated starting
from the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of miles 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90
Thousands of kilometres 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check the "Fix&Go Automatic" recharge kit
conditions/expiry date (if provided)
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.)
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (1)
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine
management system operation, emissions and, where
present, engine oil degradation
Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork,
underbody protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel
system, brakes), rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves,
bushes, etc.)
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged
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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level;
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washer/wiper
system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades.
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have
been designed and produced
specifically for Abarth cars (see table
"Capacities" in the "Technical
specifications" chapter).
DEMANDING USE OF
THE CAR
If the vehicle is used mainly under one
of the following conditions:
if the car is used under demanding
conditions, e.g. on track;
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 of bonnet and
luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage;
visually inspect condition of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and
hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes)
and rubber elements (boots - sleeves
- bushes - etc.);
check battery charge and battery
fluid level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner.
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BATTERY
The car is fitted with a low-maintenance
battery: no electrolyte top-ups with
distilled water are needed in standard
conditions of use.
INSPECTING THE
CHARGE AND THE
ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
The operations must be carried out as
described in this Owner Handbook only
by specialised personnel. Any top-up
operations must be carried out by
skilled personnel and by an Abarth
Dealership.
REPLACING THE
BATTERY
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5)If required, replace the battery with a
genuine spare part with the same
specifications.
If a battery with different specifications
is fitted, the service intervals given in
the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" will no
longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and
make it last longer, observe the
following instructions:
when you park the car, ensure that
the doors, tailgate and bonnet are
closed properly, to prevent any lights
from remaining on inside the
passenger's compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the
car: the car is however equipped with a
system which switches all internal
lights off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g.
Uconnect™, 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
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at start-up.The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (this can happen as early as
-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 electrical accessories that require
permanent electrical supply (alarm,
etc.) or accessories that in any case
burden the electrical supply, contact an
Abarth Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices available in
Lineaccessori Abarth, will evaluate the
overall electric consumption, checking
whether the car’s electrical system is
capable of withstanding the load
required, or whether it should
be integrated with a more powerful
battery.
Since some of these devices continue
to consume electricity even when
the engine is off, they gradually run
down the battery.
WARNING
142)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames and sources of
sparks away from the battery: risk of
explosion and fire.
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Do not wash the car after it has been
left in the sun or with the bonnet hot:
this may alter the shine of the
paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned
in the same way as the rest of the
vehicle.
Where possible, do not park under
trees; the resinous substances 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.
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37)
Versions with matt paintwork
These versions have exclusive matt
paintwork which requires special care
for its preservation. The instructions for
good preservation follow below.
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Versions with stickers
Cars that are wholly or partially
covered, decorated and/or customised
with stickers, must only be cleaned
by hand.The use of solvents, waxes, detergents
or similar products is not recommended
for the care of the car as they could
damage the stickers or cause them to
detach.
The use of such washing or cleaning
instruments and methods will therefore
invalidate the warranty.
NOTE We recommend using mild
products for cleaning the car.
IMPORTANT In case of stains (water
rings) on the wrapping, remove them by
washing the wrapping again and drying
it with a non-abrasive soft cloth.
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Windows
To clean glasses, use specific cleaning
products.
Use clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or altering the transparency.
IMPORTANT Wipe the rear window
inside gently with a cloth following the
direction of the filaments to avoid
damaging the heating device.
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Front headlights
Use a soft cloth soaked in water and
detergent for washing cars.IMPORTANT Never use aromatic
substances (e.g. petrol) or ketones (e.g.
acetone) for cleaning the plastic lenses
of the headlights.
IMPORTANT When cleaning with a
pressure washer, keep the water jet at
least 20 cm away from the headlights.
Engine compartment
Wash the engine compartment
thoroughly at the end of every winter.
Be careful not to direct the jet of water
onto electronic control units.
Adequately protect the upper air
intakes to prevent damage to the
windscreen wiper motor. Have this
operation performed at a specialised
workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should take
place with the engine cold and the
ignition key in the STOP position. After
the washing operation, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rubber
caps and guards) have not been
removed or damaged.
Washing and cleaning the soft top
Use of specific products is
recommended for washing the soft top
cloth.
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RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS
DASHBOARD
1. Adjustable air vents 2. Fixed air vents 3. Left stalk: direction indicators, side/tail lights, dipped beam headlights, main beam headlights, Lane
change function 4. Turbo pressure gauge, “SPORT” display 5. Instrument panel 6. Right lever: windscreen wiper/washer, rear window wiper/washer
7.Uconnect™multimedia system 8. “SPORT” mode, hazard lights, fog light/rear fog light 9. Passenger front airbag 10. Glove compartment
11. Climate control system buttons 12. Window raisers 13. Storage compartment 14. Transmission 15. Driver front airbag 16.Uconnect™
multimedia system controls on steering wheel
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