boot Abarth 500 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

KEYS
1)
1)
MECHANICAL KEY
The metal insert 1 fig. 2 operates:
the ignition switch;
the door and tailgate locks (where
provided);
the locking/unlocking of the fuel cap.
KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
The metal insert 1 fig. 3 operates:
the ignition switch;
the door lock;
the locking/unlocking of the fuel cap.
Press button 2 to open the metal
insert.Press button 2 to manually reclose the
metal insert.
2)
OPERATION
Door and tailgate lock release
Briefly press thebutton: unlocking of
doors and boot, timed switching-on
of ceiling lights and double flashing of
direction indicators (where provided).
The doors are unlocked automatically if
the fuel cut-off system intervenes.
Door and tailgate lock
Briefly press thebutton: locking of
doors and boot with ceiling lights off
and single flash of direction indicators
(where provided).If one or more door are open, the doors
will not be locked. This situation is
indicated by a rapid flashing of
the direction indicators (where
provided). The doors will be locked if
the tailgate is open however.
When a speed of over 20 km/h is
reached, the doors will be automatically
locked if the specific function was set
(where provided) with the Setup menu.
Opening the luggage compartment
Press thebutton to open the
boot remotely. The direction indicators
will flash twice to indicate that the
boot has been opened.
REQUESTING
ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLS
The system can recognise up to 8 keys
with incorporated remote control.
Should a new remote control be
necessary, contact an Abarth
Dealership and be ready to present the
CODE Card (where provided), a
personal identity document and the
car's ownership documents.
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REAR SEATS
Extending the luggage
compartment
11)
The split rear seat allow partial fig. 13 or
total fig. 14 boot extension.
Partial extension (50/50)(where provided)
Proceed as follows:
remove the rear seat head restraints
(where provided);
remove the parcel shelf, by releasing
it from its two side pins and pulling it
out.
check that the seat belt is fully
extended and not twisted
operate lever 1 or 2 fig. 15 to release
the left hand or right hand part of the
backrest respectively and guide it onto
the cushion.
IMPORTANT To return the backrest to
its correct position, we recommend
operating from the outside through the
doors.
Total extension
Tilting the rear seat completely forwards
allows maximum loading volume.
Proceed as follows:
remove the rear seat head restraints
(where provided)
remove the parcel shelf, by releasing
it from its two side pins and pulling it
out.
check that the belt straps are
correctly extended and not twisted
operate the levers 1 and 2 fig. 15 to
release the backrests and guide them
onto the cushion.
Repositioning the rear seat
Raise the backrests and push them
back until the locking click of both
retainers is heard.
Position the seat belt buckles upwards
and set the cushion to the normal
use position.
IMPORTANT To return the backrest to
its correct position, we recommend
operating from the outside through the
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WARNING
22)When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the key from the ignition switch to
avoid the risk of injury to those still inside
the car due to accidental operation of
the sun roof. Improper use of the roof can
be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that no-one is
exposed to the risk of being injured by the
moving sunroof or by objects getting
caught or hit by it.
SOFT TOP
(where provided)
The soft top can be automatically
opened from the closed position to the
spoiler position, and from this position
to the fully open position.
Suggestions
it is advisable to close the soft top
when the car is parked. The closed soft
top effectively protects the car from
bad weather and from theft;
it is advisable to put valuables in the
boot and lock the lid even when the
top is closed.
SOFT TOP MOVEMENT
23) 24) 25)
11) 12) 13)
IMPORTANT NOTE If moved frequently
in a short time, the motor could
overheat causing the thermal protection
to block the system. Wait for a minute
and repeat.
OPERATION USING THE BUTTONS
INSIDE THE CAR
Opening the soft top:
Opening partially (spoiler position):
press the button 1 fig. 34 once .
To stop the opening: press the
button 1 while the soft top is opening.
Press it again to continue opening.
Opening fully: from the spoiler
position, press the button 1 again. If
one of the two buttons, 1 or 2, is
pressed before the final position is
reached, the soft top will stop
and move back to the initial position
(spoiler position).
Closing the soft top:
Closing from the fully open position:
press the button 2 fig. 34 once. If one
of the two buttons is pressed before
the spoiler position is reached, the roof
will stop and movement will be
reversed, moving to the initial position
(fully open).
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EMERGENCY OPERATION
If the buttons fail, the soft top can be
moved manually proceeding as
described below:
take the provided key 1 fig. 36
located in the luggage compartment in
together with the tool box or the
Fix&Go kit;
insert the provided key in position,
visible from inside the luggage
compartment beneath the parcel shelf
in the point 1 shown in fig. 37;
turn: clockwise to open the soft top;
anticlockwise to close it.
If the tailgate fails to open due to the
battery being flat, or following an
anomaly of the tailgate electric lock,
perform an emergency tailgate opening
as described in the “boot” paragraph
of the “Knowing your car” chapter, the
manually move the soft top as
described above.To restore automatic movement,
contact an Abarth Dealership.
INITIALISATION
PROCEDURE
The soft top must be re-initialised after
disconnecting the battery or if the
relevant protection fuse is blown.
Proceed as follows:
before carrying out any other
operation, make sure the engine is on
during the whole initialisation
procedure;
keep the opening button pressed
until the soft top is completely open;
when the soft top is completely
open, keep the button pressed for at
least 2 seconds;
keep the closing button pressed
until the soft top is completely closed;
when the soft top is completely
closed, keep the button pressed for at
least 2 seconds.
When the procedure is terminated, the
soft top will automatically carry out a
complete opening and closing cycle (up
to 25 cm from the completely closed
position) to inform the driver that
correct operation has been restored.
If the soft top is already initialised,
proceed as follows:
before carrying out any other
operation, make sure the engine is on
during the whole initialisation
procedure;
keep the opening button pressed
until the soft top is completely open;
when the soft top is completely
open, keep the button pressed for at
least 10 seconds;
keep the closing button pressed
until the soft top is completely closed;
when the soft top is completely
closed, keep the button pressed for at
least 2 seconds.
When the procedure is terminated, the
soft top will automatically carry out a
complete opening and closing cycle (up
to 25 cm from the completely closed
position) to inform the driver that
correct operation has been restored.
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lower the bonnet to approximately
20 centimetres above the engine
compartment and let it come down.
Make sure that the bonnet is
completely closed and not just secured
in safety position. If it is not perfectly
closed, do not try to press the bonnet
down but open it and repeat the
procedure.
29)
WARNING
26)The bonnet may drop suddenly if the
supporting rod is not positioned correctly.
Only perform these operations when the
car is stationary.
27)Be careful working inside engine
compartment when the engine is hot to
avoid burning yourself. Do not place your
hands near the engine fan as it may be
activated even when the key is removed.
Wait until the engine has cooled.
28)Be very careful not to allow scarves,
neckties and other loose articles of clothing
from touching, even accidentally, any
moving parts. This may cause the clothing
to be pulled into the part, resulting in
serious injury to the wearer.29)For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed while the car is
travelling. Therefore, always make sure that
it is closed properly and that the lock is
engaged. If you notice when driving that
the bonnet has not been properly locked,
stop immediately and close the bonnet
correctly.
30)Use both hands to lift the bonnet.
Before lifting, check that the windscreen
wiper arms are not raised from the
windscreen, that the vehicle is stationary
and that the handbrake is engaged.
LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
31) 32)
OPENING THE TAILGATE
WITH THE REMOTE
CONTROL
Press buttonon the key with the
remote control.
The direction indicators will blink twice
when the tailgate is opened.
On some versions, opening the tailgate
will switch the boot ceiling light on:
the light will switch off automatically
when the tailgate is closed.
14)
33)
ELECTRIC HANDLE
(SOFT TOUCH)
The tailgate (if unlocked) can be opened
from the outside by using the electric
opening handle 1 fig. 44 located under
the large handle.
The activation of the
symbol on
the display indicates that the tailgate
is not shut properly.
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KNOWING YOUR CAR

CLOSING
To close, lower the tailgate by pressing
near the lock until you hear it click.
EMERGENCY TAILGATE
OPENING
To open the tailgate from the passenger
compartment if the car battery is flat
or the electric tailgate lock is faulty,
proceed as follows (see "Extending the
boot" in this chapter):
extract the rear head restraints
fold the backrests over
to unlock the tailgate mechanically,
working from the inside of the luggage
compartment, use lever 1 fig. 45.
EXTENDING THE BOOT
The boot can be partially (50/50) or
totally extended by splitting the rear
seat.
See the descriptions in the “Rear seats”
paragraph for how to expand the boot.
REMOVING THE PARCEL
SHELF
To remove the parcel shelf, release it
from its two side pins and pull it out.
WARNING
31)Never exceed the maximum allowed
load in the luggage compartment, see the
“Technical specifications” chapter. Also
make sure that the objects you place in the
boot have been properly secured, to
avoid them from being thrown forward
consequent to sharp braking and injuring
your passengers.32)If you are travelling in areas with few
filling stations and you want to transport
fuel in a spare tank, comply with the law by
using only an approved, suitably secured
tank. Anyway, by doing so, you increase
the risk of fire in the event of an accident
with your vehicle.
33)Do not drive with the tailgate open as
exhaust fumes may enter the passegner
compartment.
WARNING
14)Be careful not to hit objects on the
storage shelf when you open the tailgate.
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Light bulbs
Use Type Power Ref. Figure
Main beams H7 55W D
Dipped headlights H7 55W D
Xenon gas discharge dipped beam headlights (where
present)D1S 35W F
Front side lights/day lights LED/W21W 21W A
Front direction indicators PY24W 24W B
Side turn light W5W 5W A
Rear direction indicators PY2IW 2IW B
Rear side lights/Brake lights P21/5W 5/21W B
Reverse gear W16W 16W B
Rear fog light W16W 16W B
Centre courtesy light C5W 5W C
Passenger side courtesy light C5W 5W C
Boot light W5W 5W A
Number plate light C5W 5W C
Fog lights HI 55W E
Third brake lights W5W 5W A
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“Fix&Go” KIT
127) 128)
28)
DESCRIPTION
The Fix&Go quick tyre repair kit fig. 100
is located in the boot, inside a
dedicated container and consists of:
one cartridge 1 containing sealant
and fitted with: transparent tube for
injecting the sealant 4 and sticker
3 with the wording “Max 80 km/h” to
be placed in a clearly visible position
(e.g. on the dashboard) after repairing
the tyre;
one compressor 2;
one leaflet containing instructions for
using the kit;
a pair of gloves located in the hose
compartment of the cartridge 4.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can carry out the procedure safely.
The ground must be flat and sufficiently
compact;
stop the engine, engage the hazard
warning lights and the parking brake;
wear the reflective safety jacket
before getting out of the car (anyway
comply with the laws in force in the
country you are driving in);
Insert the cartridge 1 containing the
sealant in the proper compartment of
the compressor 2, pressing it down
hard fig. 100. Remove the speed limit
sticker 3 and apply it in a clearly visible
position fig. 101;
wear the gloves;
remove the cap from the tyre valve
and connect and firmly tighten the
transparent tube of the sealing fluid 4
fig. 100. If a 250 ml cartridge is present
the housing of the transparent tube is
provided with removable ring to
facilitate extraction. Make sure that the
ON-OFF button 5 fig. 102 is in the off
position (button not pressed);
plug the electric connector 6 fig. 103
into the 12V socket of the vehicle and
start the vehicle engine;
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SERVICE SCHEDULE
WARNING: Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the
frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note.
Warning: simply restarting the maintenance from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some
operations!
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 the tyre condition/wear and, if necessary, adjust the
pressure. Check the "Fix&Go” kit condition/expiry (where
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
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine
management system operation, emissions and, where
present, engine oil degradation
(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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SERVICING AND CARE

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