ESP Abarth 500 2018 Owner handbook (in English)

ENGINE OIL
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4)
Check the oil level a few minutes (about
5) after the engine has stopped, with
the vehicle parked on level ground.
Take out the engine oil dipstick 2 fig.
107 or fig. 108, clean it with a lint-free
cloth and reinsert it. Extract the engine
oil dipstick again and check that the
level is between the MIN and MAX
marks on the dipstick.
The range between the MIN. and MAX.
marks corresponds to about 1 litre of
oil.
If the level of the oil is close to or below
the MIN mark, add oil via filler 1 fig.
107 or fig. 108 until the MAX mark is
reached.
The oil level must never exceed the
MAX reference.
Engine oil consumption
The maximum engine oil consumption
is usually 400 grams every 1000 km.
When the car is new, the engine needs
to run in, therefore the engine oil
consumption can only be considered
stabilised after the first 5000 - 6000
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 turn over for a few
seconds and wait a few minutes after
turning it off before you check the level.
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
The coolant level must be checked
when the engine is cold and must
range between the MIN and MAX
marks on the reservoir.
If the level is too low, unscrew the cap 3
fig. 107 or fig. 108 of reservoir and
add the fluid described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
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135)
WINDSCREEN/REAR
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
Check fluid level through the reservoir.
If the fluid level is too low, unscrew
the reservoir cap 4 fig. 107 or fig. 108
and add the fluid described in the
"Technical Specifications" chapter.
After topping up, close cap 4, making
sure it is correctly locked.BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the maximum
level (the fluid level in the reservoir
must not exceed the MAX mark).
If the fluid level in the reservoir is too
low, undo the reservoir cap 5 fig. 107 or
fig. 108 and add the fluid described in
the "Technical Specifications" chapter.
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32)
IMPORTANT Carefully clean reservoir
cap 5 and the surrounding surface.
Take great care to ensure that
impurities do not enter the reservoir
when the cap is opened.
Always use a funnel with a built-in filter
with a mesh of 0.12 mm or less.
IMPORTANT Brake fluid is hygroscopic
(i.e. it absorbs moisture). 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".
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WARNING
133)Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of
fire.
134)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine
is hot: you may get burned. Remember
that the fan may start up if the engine
is hot: this could injure you. Scarves, ties
and other loose clothing might be pulled by
moving parts.
135)The cooling system is pressurised. If
necessary, only replace the plug with
another original or the operation of the
system may be adversely affected. Do not
remove the reservoir plug when the engine
is hot: you risk scalding yourself.
136)Do not travel with the windscreen
washer fluid 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.
137)Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental
contact, immediately wash the affected
parts with water and mild soap. Then rinse
thoroughly. Call a doctor immediately if
swallowed.138)The
symbol on the reservoir
identifies synthetic brake fluids,
distinguishing them from the mineral type.
Use of mineral type fluids will damage
the special rubber seals of the braking
system beyond repair.
WARNING
28)Abarth 595/695 is designed and built
for road use, in compliance with the
current regulations. Car use in the track
must be considered as occasional and in
any case under the responsibility of the
user. The vehicle CANNOT be modified or
tampered with for any reason; this would
alter the Manufacturer homologation
and/or safety requirements. Using a
modified or tampered product relieves the
Manufacturer from any responsibility on
the product and may expose people
to serious risks.
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 those of the oil already existing in
the engine.
31)PARAFLU
UPanti-freeze is used in the
engine cooling system. Use the same fluid
as in the cooling system when topping
up. PARAFLU
UPcannot be mixed with any
other type of fluid. If this happens, do not
start the engine under any circumstances
and contact an Abarth Dealership.32)Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen,
immediately wash with water.
WARNING
4)Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to the
environment. You are advised to go to an
Abarth Dealership to have the oil and filters
changed.
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SERVICING AND CARE

IDENTIFICATION
DATA
The following identification codes are
printed and shown on the plates:
VIN plate.
Chassis marking.
Bodywork paint identification plate.
Engine marking.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
The data plate is located on the left side
of the rear part of the luggage
compartment floor and it bears the
following identification data fig. 113:
AName of Manufacturer
BType-approval number.
CVehicle type identification code.
DChassis serial number.
EMaximum authorised weight of fully
laden vehicle.
FMaximum authorised weight of fully
laden vehicle plus trailer.
GMaximum permitted weight on first
axle (front).
HMaximum permitted weight on
second axle (rear).
IEngine type.
LBodywork version code.
MSpare part number.
CHASSIS MARKING
The plate is located on the right side of
the luggage compartment floor and it
bears the following data fig. 114:
vehicle type;
chassis serial number.BODYWORK PAINT
IDENTIFICATION PLATE
The plate is applied on the external
tailgate post (left side) and it bears the
following data fig. 115:
APaint manufacturer.
BColour name.
CColour code.
DRespray and touch up code.
ENGINE MARKING
It is stamped on the cylinder block and
includes the type and the engine serial
number.
113AB0A0346C
114AB0A0345C
115AB0A0344C
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ENGINE
(For markets where provided)
GENERAL INFORMATION1.4 TB PETROL ABARTH
135 HP1.4 TB PETROL ABARTH
145 HP1.4 TB PETROL ABARTH
160 HP(*)
Engine code 312A1000 312B4000 312B4000
Cycle Otto Otto Otto
Number and position of cylinders 4 in line 4 in line 4 in line
Piston bore and stroke (mm) 72 × 84 72 × 84 72 × 84
Total displacement (cm
3) 1368 1368 1368
Compression ratio 9.8 : 1 9.8 : 1 9.8 : 1
Maximum power (EEC) (kW) 99 107 118
Maximum power (EEC) (HP) 135 145 160
corresponding engine speed
(rpm)5500 5500 5500
Maximum torque (EEC) (Nm)
180
(**)/ 206(***)180(**)/ 210(***)210(**)/ 230(***)
corresponding engine speed
(rpm)2000
2000(**)/ 3000(***)2000(**)/ 3000(***)
Spark plugs NGK IKR9F8 NGK IKR9F8 NGK IKR9F8
FuelUnleaded petrol 95 RON (EN 228
specification)Unleaded petrol 95 RON or 98
RON (Specification EN 228)Unleaded petrol 95 RON or 98
RON (Specification EN 228)
(*) Kit
(**) NORMAL
(***) SPORT
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GENERAL
INFORMATION1.4 TB PETROL
ABARTH 163 HP1.4 TB PETROL
ABARTH 165 HP1.4 TB PETROL
ABARTH 180 HP(*)1.4 TB PETROL
ABARTH 180 HP
Engine code 312B6000 312B3000 312B3000 312A3000
Cycle Otto Otto Otto Otto
Number and position of
cylinders4 in line 4 in line 4 in line 4 in line
Piston bore and stroke
(mm)72×84 72×84 72×84 72×84
Total displacement (cm
3) 1368 1368 1368 1368
Compression ratio 9.0 : 1 9.0 : 1 9.0 : 1 9.0 : 1
Maximum power (EEC)
(kW)120
(****)121(****)132(****)132(****)
Maximum power (EEC)
(HP)163(****)165(****)180(****)180(****)
corresponding engine
speed (rpm)5500 5500 5500 5500
Maximum torque (EEC)
(Nm)210
(**)/ 230(***)210(**)/ 230(***)230(**)/ 250(***)230(**)/ 250(***)
corresponding engine
speed (rpm)2000(**)/ 3000(***)2000(**)/ 3000(***)2000(**)/ 3000(***)2000(**)/ 3000(***)
Spark plugs NGK IKR9F8 NGK IKR9F8 NGK IKR9F8 NGK IKR9F8
FuelUnleaded petrol 95 RON
or 98 RON (Specification
EN 228)Unleaded petrol 95 RON
or 98 RON (Specification
EN 228)Unleaded petrol 95 RON
or 98 RON (Specification
EN 228)Unleaded petrol 95 RON
or 98 RON (Specification
EN 228)
(*) Kit
(****) Result obtained using 98 RON unleaded petrol
(**) NORMAL
(***) SPORT
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WEIGHTS
(For markets where provided)
Weights (kg)
595 – 135 HP 595C – 135 HP 595 – 145 HP 595C – 145 HP
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and
without optional equipment)1035 10751035(*)
/1045(**)1075(*)
/1085(**)
Payload including the driver 390 355
390(*) /380(**)355(*) /345(**)
Maximum permitted loads(***)
– front axle 830 830 830 830
– rear axle 640 640 640 640
– total 1425 1430 1425 1430
Towable loads
– braked trailer––––
– trailer without brakes––––
Maximum load on roof 50 – 50 –
Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes)––––
(*) Version with manual transmission
(**) Version with robotised sequential transmission
(***) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permitted loads.
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TECHNICAL DATA

Weights (kg)
595 – 160 HP 595C – 160 HP595/695 –
163 HP595C/695C –
163 HP
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and
without optional equipment)1035(*)
/1045(**)1075(*)
/1085(**)1035(*)
/1045(**)1075(*)
/1085(**)
Payload including the driver
390(*) /380(**)355(*) /345(**)390
365(*) /355(**)
Maximum permitted loads(***)
– front axle 830 830 830 830
– rear axle 640 640 640 640
– total 1425 14301425
(*)
/1435(**)1440
Towable loads
– braked trailer––––
– trailer without brakes––––
Maximum load on roof 50 – 50 –
Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes)––––
(*) Version with manual transmission
(**) Version with robotised sequential transmission
(***) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permitted loads.
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Weights (kg)
595/695 –
165 HP595C/695C –
165 HP595/695 –
180 HP595C/695C –
180 HP
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and
without optional equipment)1035(*)
/1045(**)1075(*)
/1085(**)1045(*)
/1055(**)1090
Payload including the driver 390
365
(*) /355(**)380 350
Maximum permitted loads
(***)
– front axle 830 830 830 830
– rear axle 640 640 640 640
– total1425
(*)
/1435(**)14401425(*)
/1435(**)1440
Towable loads
– braked trailer––––
– trailer without brakes––––
Maximum load on roof 50 – 50 –
Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes)––––
(*) Version with manual transmission
(**) Version with robotised sequential transmission
(***) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permitted loads.
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PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF
ITS LIFE
(for markets where provided)
FCA has been committed for many years to safeguarding the environment through the constant improvement of its production
processes and manufacturing products that are increasingly "eco-compatible". To grant customers the best possible service
in terms of respecting environmental laws and in response to European Directive 2000/53/EC governing vehicles at the end of
their life, FCA is offering its customers the chance to hand over their vehicle at the end of its life without incurring any additional
costs. The European Directive sets out that when the vehicle is handed over, the last keeper or owner should not incur any
expenses as a result of it having a zero or negative market value
To hand your vehicle over at the end of its life without extra cost, contact one of our dealerships if you are purchasing another
vehicle or an FCA-authorised collection and scrapping centre. These centres have been carefully chosen to offer high quality
service for the collection, treatment and recycling of vehicles at their end of life, respecting the surrounding environment.
You can find further information on these collection and scrapping centres either from an FCA dealership or by calling the
number in the Warranty Booklet or by consulting the websites of the various FCA brands.
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TIPS, CONTROLS
AND GENERAL
INFORMATION
Road safety
Learn how to use the various system
functions before setting off.
Read the instructions for the system
carefully before setting off.
Reception conditions
Reception conditions change
constantly while driving. Reception may
be interfered with by the presence of
mountains, buildings or bridges,
especially when you are far away from
the broadcaster.
IMPORTANT The volume may be
increased when receiving traffic
bulletins.
Care and maintenance
Observe the following precautions to
ensure the system is fully operational:
the display is sensitive to scratching,
liquids and detergents. Avoid hitting
the display with pointed or hard objects
that could damage its surface. Do not
press on the display when cleaning it.
never use alcohol, petrol or
petroleum-based solvents to clean the
display screen.
Prevent any liquid from entering the
system: this could damage it beyond
repair.
Anti-theft protection
The system is equipped with an
anti-theft protection system based on
the exchange of information with the
electronic control unit (Body Computer)
on the vehicle.
This guarantees maximum safety and
prevents the secret code from being
entered after the power supply has
been disconnected.
If the check has a positive outcome, the
system will start to operate, whereas if
the comparison codes are not the
same or if the electronic control unit
(Body Computer) is replaced, the
system will ask the user to enter the
secret code according to the procedure
described in the paragraph below.
Entering the secret code
When the system is switched on, if the
code is requested, the display will
show “Please enter Anti-Theft Code”
followed by the screen showing a
keypad to enter the secret code.
The secret code is made up of four
digits from 0 to 9.If an incorrect code is entered, the
system displays “Incorrect Code” to
notify the user of the need to enter the
correct code.
After the 3 available attempts to enter
the code, the system displays
“Incorrect Code. Radio locked. Wait for
30 minutes”. After the text has
disappeared it is possible to start the
code entering procedure again.
Vehicle radio passport
This document certifies ownership of
the system. The vehicle radio passport
shows the system model, serial number
and secret code.
IMPORTANT Keep the car radio
passport in a safe place so that you
can give the information to the relevant
authorities if the system is stolen.
In case of loss of the car radio
passport, contact the Abarth
Dealership, taking an ID document and
the car ownership documents.
Important notes
In the event of an anomaly, the system
should only be checked and repaired at
an Abarth Dealership.
If the temperature is particularly low, the
display may take a while to reach
optimum brightness.
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