window Abarth 500 2019 Owner handbook (in English)

WINDSCREEN /
REAR WINDOW
WIPERS
BLADES
Replace the blades if the rubber edge is
deformed or worn. In any case, it is
advisable to replace them
approximately once a year.
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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 to 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 dry glass.
REPLACING THE
WINDSCREEN WIPER
BLADES
Proceed as follows:
lift up the windscreen wiper arm 1
fig. 111 and position the blade so that it
forms a 90° angle with the arm;
press the button 1 and extract the
blade 3 from the arm 2;
insert the new blade making sure it
is locked into place.
REPLACING THE REAR
WINDOW WIPER BLADE
Proceed as follows:
raise the cover 1 fig. 112 and
remove the arm from the car, undoing
the nut 2 fig. 112 that fixes it to the
pivot pin;
correctly position the new arm and
tighten the nut fully;
lower the cover.
NOZZLES
Windscreen washer
If there is no jet, first check that there is
fluid in the reservoir (see the "Checking
fluid levels" paragraph in this chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are
not clogged; use a needle to unblock
them if necessary.The screen washer jets can be oriented
by adjusting the nozzle angles.
The jets should be directed at about
1/3 of the height from the top edge of
the windscreen fig. 113.
IMPORTANT In versions with a sunroof,
make sure that the sunroof is closed
before operating the front jets.
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Rear window washer
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is on the rear window
fig. 114.
WARNING
148)Driving with worn windscreen/rear
window wiper blades is a serious risk,
because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
LIFTING THE CAR
36)
As a result of its sporty nature, the car
is fitted with aerodynamic spoilers at
the bottom and side skirts at the sides.
If the car needs to be raised, go to an
Abarth Dealership which is equipped
with arm lifts and workshop lifts.
WARNING
36)When positioning the workshop lift
arms, be very careful to avoid damaging
the aerodynamic spoilers and the side
skirts.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre,
including the space-saver wheel,
approximately every two weeks and
before long journeys: the pressure
should be checked with the tyre rested
and cold.
149) 150) 151) 152)
It is normal for the pressure to increase
when the car is used; for the correct
tyre inflation pressure, see “Wheels” in
the “Technical specifications” section.
SNOW TYRES
Use snow tyres of the same size as the
standard tyres provided with the car.
An Abarth Dealership will be happy to
provide advice concerning the most
suitable type of tyre for the Customer's
requirements.
153)
For the type of tyre to be used, inflation
pressures and the specifications of
snow tyres, follow the instructions given
in the "Wheels" paragraph in the
"Technical specifications" chapter.
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SERVICING AND CARE

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.
6)
38)
Versions with matt paintwork
These versions have exclusive matt
paintwork which requires special care
for its preservation. The instructions for
good preservation follow below.
38) 39) 40)
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.
38) 39) 40) 41)
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.
42)
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.
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SERVICING AND CARE

Washing and cleaning the soft top
Use of specific products is
recommended for washing the soft top
cloth.
The soft top fabric is treated with a
special water-repellent, waterproof
product. The water-repellent properties
will degrade in time with exposure to
the weather elements.
43) 44) 45) 46) 47)
Remove as much dirt from the surface
of the soft top with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaning before washing it. This
operation will considerably improve
the final result.
In lack of specific products, use water
and mild soap applied with a sponge
(preferably in the shade) for washing.
Rinse the soft top with clean water after
having eliminated all the stains.
Hand washing is recommended;
modern automatic washing systems
equipped with soft brushes which
do not apply excessive pressure and
employ specific soft top products may
be used.
48)
Leave the car in the shade after
washing avoiding direct sunlight.
Waterproofing the top
Use specific waterproofing products for
fabric soft-tops.
49) 50)
Interior top fabric
Remove dust with a soft brush. Avoid
using hard brushes made of synthetic
material to prevent damaging the fabric
beyond repair.
Clean the surface with a microfiber
cloth or soft sponge dipped in a
solution of water and mild soap. Clean
the entire surface, including the zones
where cleaning is not needed, to
prevent staining.
Use common, car care mild stain
removers for more stubborn stains.
Apply by blotting (never rubbing)
directly on the area of the stain.
WARNING
6)Detergents pollute the environment.
Only wash your vehicle in areas equipped
to collect and treat wastewater from this
type of activity.
WARNING
38)Avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations. Then, wash
the vehicle, only by hand, using pH-neutral
detergents; dry it with a wet chamois
leather. In order to preserve the aesthetic
appearance of the paint, abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used for
cleaning the vehicle.
39)Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly as the acid
they contain is particularly aggressive.
40)Avoid (if at all possible) parking the
vehicle under trees; remove vegetable
resins immediately as, when dried, it may
only be possible to remove them with
abrasive products and/or polishes, which is
highly inadvisable as they could alter the
typical opaqueness of the paint.
41)It is not advisable to wash with
pressure washer or, in case of use, it is
necessary to maintain at least a minimum
distance of 40 cm with water at room
temperature.
42)Do not use pure windscreen washer
fluid for cleaning the front windscreen and
rear window - dilute it at least 50% with
water.
43)Bird droppings and plant resins must
be washed off immediately and thoroughly
as the acid they contain is particularly
aggressive.
44)Never use high-pressure washing
systems.
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45)When using steam washers or
high-pressure water washers, maintain a
suitable distance and do not exceed a
maximum temperature of 60°C. Damage,
alterations and water infiltration may occur
if the distance is too small and the pressure
is too high.
46)If a water jet is used, direct away from
the edges of the fabric and the rear
window frame to prevent water infiltration.
47)Never use alcohol, petrol, chemical
products, detergents, stain removers, wax,
solvents and "wash and polish" products.
48)Rinse immediate to remove soap to
prevent stains and halos. Repeat the
operation if needed.
49)Rinse immediately, and repeat this
operation if necessary. If you choose to
waterproof the soft top, strictly follow the
instructions on the package of the
waterproofing product you have selected in
order to obtain optimal results.
50)The rubber seals on the soft top must
be cleaned exclusively with water. If you
notice that this trim is dry or is sticking,
apply talcum powder or products
specifically for rubber trim (silicone spray).INTERIOR
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.
154) 155)
SEATS AND FABRIC
PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner. It is advisable to use a
moist brush on velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral
detergent.
PLASTIC AND COATED
PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic
parts with a moist cloth and a solution
of water and non-abrasive mild soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and specifically
designed to prevent damage to the
appearance and colour of the treated
parts, to remove grease and tough
stains.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol, petrols
and derivatives to clean the instrument
panel lens.
LEATHER PARTS(where provided)
Use only water and mild soap to clean
these parts. Never use alcohol or
alcohol-based products. Before using a
specific product for cleaning interiors,
make sure that it does not contain
alcohol and/or alcohol-based
substances.
ALCANTARA PARTS
(STEERING WHEEL)
Procedure for restoring Alcantara
applied to the steering wheel:
Treat the surface using a microfibre
cloth moistened with mild Marseilles
soap and water, taking care to cover
the whole covered area, applying a
uniform light pressure (do not rub hard).
Rinse and wring out the microfibre
cloth, and pass over the covered area
treated in the previous point again.
Leave it to dry and brush it gently
with a soft brush.
51)
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SERVICING AND CARE

REFUELLING
Version 1.4 TB PETROL ABARTH
Prescribed fuels and original lubricants
Fuel tank (litres) 35
Unleaded petrol with RON no lower than 95
(EN228 specifications)
Fuel tank reserve (litres) 5
Engine cooling system (litres) 5.15Mixture of distilled water and 50%PARAFLU
UPliquid(*)
Engine sump (litres) 2.75
SELENIA ABARTH 10W50
Engine sump and filter (litres) 3.05
Gearbox casing/differential (litres) 1.55TUTELA TRANSMISSION GEARFORCE
Hydraulic brake circuit (kg) 0.55TUTELA TOP 4
orTOP 4/S
Windscreen and rear window washer fluid
reservoir (litres)2.5Mixture of water andPETRONAS
DURANCE SC35
(*) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a mixture of 60% PARAFLUUPand 40% demineralised water.
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Use Features SpecificationOriginal fluids and
lubricantsApplications
Brake fluidSynthetic fluid for brake
and clutch systems.
Exceeds specifications
F.M.V.S.S. no. 116 DOT 4,
ISO 4925 SAE J1704.9.55597 or MS.90039TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F001.A93
or
TUTELA TOP 4/S
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F005.F15Hydraulic brakes and
hydraulic clutch controls
Protective agent for
radiatorsRed protective with
antifreeze action, based on
inhibited monoethyl glycol
with organic formula.
Exceeds CUNA NC 956-
16, ASTM D 3306
specifications.9.55523 or MS.90032PARAFLU
UP
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F101.M01Cooling circuits proportions
of use: 50% water 50%
PARAFLUUP(*)
Windscreen/rear
window washer fluidMixture of alcohol and
surfactants Exceeds the
CUNA NC 956-11
specifications.9.55522 or MS.90043PETRONAS DURANCE
SC35
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F201.D02To be used diluted or
undiluted in windscreen
washer/wiper systems
(*) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a mixture of 60% PARAFLUUPand 40% demineralised water.
WARNING
52)The use of products with different specifications than those indicated below could cause damage to the engine not covered by the
warranty.
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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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INDEX
A
ccessories purchased by the
owner.............................4
Analogue pressure gauge............43
Automatic climate control
system...........................29
Battery...........................125
advice for extending its life......125
inspecting the charge...........125
recharging.....................126
replacement...................125
Bodywork (cleaning and
maintenance)....................129
Brake fluid.........................123
Checking levels...................121
Child protection systems.............70
Cleaning and maintenance
car interior.....................132
leather parts...................132
plastic parts....................132
seats..........................132
CO2 emissions....................147
Control panel and on-board
instruments.......................41
Courtesy lights......................23
Daytime running lights (DRL)........20
Dimensions........................139
Dipped headlights (bulb
replacement)....................101
Dipped headlights/side lights.........21Direction indicators..................21
Direction indicators (bulb
replacement)....................100
Doors...............................14
Door central
locking/unlocking................14
door locking/unlocking...........14
opening/closing with the key..................................14
Driver side knee bag.................79
Electric windows...................31
Engine.............................136
marking........................135
Engine bonnet......................37
Engine compartment (washing).....130
Engine coolant fluid................123
Engine oil (consumption)............123
Engine oil (level check)..............123
Exterior lights.......................20
Fiat CODE system..................13
Fitting a child restraint system
with seat belts....................71
Fix&Go kit.........................108
Flashing............................21
Fluids and lubricants...............144
Fog lights (bulb replacement).......101
Fog lights/rear fog light..............22
Follow Me Home (device)............21
Front airbag driver's side.............78
Front airbags........................77Front ceiling light....................23
Front light clusters (bulb
replacement)....................100
Fuel consumption..................147
Fuel cut-off system.................111
Fuel tank cap.......................92
Fuse boxes (location)...............103
Fuses (replacement)................103
Gear Shift Indicator (system)........43
Handbrake.........................86
Hazard warning lights................95
Head restraints......................18
rear head restraints..............18
Headlight alignment corrector........22
Headlights (washing)...............130
Heated rear window (activation)......28
Identification data
bodywork paint plate...........135
chassis marking................135
engine marking.................135
identification data plate.........135
Ignition device.......................12
Installing an “ISOFIX” child
restraint system...................74
Installing electrical/electronic
devices............................4
Instrument panel....................10
Interiors (cleaning)..................132
iTPMS..............................64

Jump starting.....................110
Lifting the car.....................128
Light bulbs
bulbs (replacement)..............95
Bulbs types.....................97
general instructions..............95
Lubricants (specifications)..........144
Luggage compartment..............38
closing..........................39
extending the boot..............39
Main beam headlights..............21
Main beam headlights (bulb
replacement)....................101
Manual climate control system.......27
controls.........................27
Menu options.......................43
Number plate lights (bulb
replacement)....................102
Occupant protection systems.......66
Official type approvals..............180
Paintwork (maintenance)...........129
Parking sensors.....................91
Parking the vehicle..................86
Passenger front airbag...............78
Performance.......................146
Pre-tensioners......................68
load limiters.....................68
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones............................4Rear light clusters (bulb
replacement)....................101
Rear seats (backrest release).........17
Rear view mirrors....................19
Rear window washer (jets)..........128
Rear window wiper/washer..........24
Reconfigurable multifunction
display...........................41
Refuelling..........................143
Refuelling the vehicle................92
Replacing an exterior bulb..........100
Right hand drive versions...........181
Rims
dimensions....................138
wheels and tyres...............128
Rims and tyres.....................138
Safety..............................67
seat belts.......................67
SBR system........................68
Screen wiper/washer................24
Seat belts
using the seat belts..............67
Seat belts (maintenance).............69
Seats...............................15
front seats......................15
Sensors
parking.........................91
Service Schedule..................116
Servicing and maintenance.........115Demanding use of the car......120
periodic checks................120
scheduled servicing............115
Service Schedule...............116
Side airbags (Side bag - Window
bag)..............................81
Side bags (front side airbags)........81
Side lights/daytime running lights
(bulb replacement)...............101
Snow chains.......................129
Snow tyres........................128
Soft Top............................33
Spark plugs (type)..................136
Sport front seats....................16
SPORT function.....................90
Starting the engine..................85
Steering wheel......................19
Sun roof ............................31
Technical data....................135
The keys............................11
key with remote control..........11
Mechanical key..................11
Third brake light (bulb
replacement)....................102
Towing the vehicle..................112
TRIP button.........................45
Trip computer.......................44
Ty r e s
inflation pressures..............138
INDEX