fuel Abarth Grande Punto 2007 Owner handbook (in English)

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RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND
CELLULAR TELEPHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (e.g.: e-tacs
mobile phones, HAM radio systems and
the like) shall not be used inside the car
unless a separate aerial is mounted on the
roof.
IMPORTANT The use of similar devices
inside the passenger compartment (with-
out separated aerial) produces radio-fre-
quency electromagnetic fields which, am-
plified by the resonance effects inside the
passenger compartment, may cause elec-
trical systems equipping the car to mal-
function. This could compromise safety in
addition to constituting a potential hazard
for the passengers.
In addition, transmission and reception of
these devices may be affected by the
shielding effect of the car body.
As concerns EC-approved mobile phones
(GSM, GPRS, UMTS), strictly comply with
the instructions for use provided by the
mobile phone’s manufacturer.AT THE FILLING
STATION
Use only unleaded petrol.
To prevent errors, the diameter of the fu-
el tank filler is too small to introduce a lead
petrol pump filler. Use petrol with a rat-
ed octane number (R.O.N.) not lower
than 95.
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalyst leads
to harmful exhaust emissions, thus con-
tributing to air pollution.
IMPORTANT Never use leaded petrol,
even in small amount or in an emergency,
as this would damage the catalyst beyond
repair.FUEL FILLER CAP fig. 100
To carry out fuelling, open lid Aand un-
screw cap B; the cap is fitted with an an-
tiloss device Cwhich fastens it to the lid
so it cannot be mislaid.
On certain versions cap Bis provided with
a key-lock, to open it, open lid A, then
turn the ignition key counter-clockwise
and slacken the cap.
The sealing of the tank may cause light
pressurising in the tank. Alittle breath-
ing off, while slackening the cap, is ab-
solutely normal.
When refuelling, position the cap on the
device inside the lid as shown in fig. 100.
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PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
The devices for curtailing emissions are
the following:
❒ three-way catalytic converter;
❒Lambda sensor;
❒fuel evaporation system.
In addition, do not let the engine run, even
for a test, with one or more spark plugs
disconnected.
Do not put naked flames or
lighted cigarettes near the
fuel filler hole as there is a danger of
fire. Do not bend too close to the hole
either so as not to breathe in harmful
vapours.
WARNING
Refuelling
To guarantee full tank filling, carry out two
refuelling operations after the first click of
the fuel delivery gun. Avoid further top-
ping up operations that could cause dam-
ages to the fuel system.
During normal service the
catalyst reaches high tem-
peratures. Do not therefore park the
car over inflammable materials (grass,
dry leaves, pine needles, etc.): fire
hazard.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition to STOPwhile the en-
gine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you
should allow the engine to “catch its
breath” before turning it off by letting it
idle to allow the temperature in the en-
gine compartment to fall.
A quick burst on the acceler-
ator before turning off the en-
gine serves absolutely no
practical purpose, it wastes
fuel and is damaging especially to tur-
bocharged engines.HOW TO WARM UP THE
ENGINE AFTER IT HAS JUST
STARTED
Proceed as follows:
❒ Drive off slowly, letting the engine turn
at medium revs. Do not accelerate
abruptly;
❒Do not drive at full performance for the
initial kilometres. Wait until the coolant
temperature gauge starts moving.
Remember that the servo-
brake and power steering are
not operational until the en-
gine has been started, there-
fore much effort than usual is required
on the brake pedal and steering wheel.
Never bump start the engine
by pushing, towing or coast-
ing downhill as this could
cause fuel to flow into the
catalytic exhaust system and damage
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CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of toxic
emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
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DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at
a standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up
much more slowly, increasing electrical
consumption and emissions. It is therefore
advisable to move off immediately, slow-
ly, avoiding high speeds. This way the en-
gine will warm faster.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine.
This and also double declutching is ab-
solutely pointless on modern cars and al-
so increase consumption and pollution.CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold starting
Short journeys and frequent cold starts do
not allow the engine to reach optimum op-
erating temperature. This results in a sig-
nificant increase in consumption levels
(from +15 to +30% on the urban cycle)
and emission of harmful substances.
Traffic and road conditions
Rather high consumption levels are tied to
situations with heavy traffic, for example
in queues with frequent use of the lower
gears or in cities with many traffic lights.
Also winding mountain roads and rough
road surfaces adversely affect consump-
tion.
Traffic hold-ups
During prolonged hold-ups (level crossings)
the engine should be switched off. Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance in-
creases consumption.
In the same way improper use of a high
gear increases consumption, emissions an
engine wear.
Top speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases
with speed. Avoid superfluous braking and
accelerating, which cost in terms of both
fuel and emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently increasing the revs
will greatly affect consumption and emis-
sions: acceleration should be gradual and
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GENERAL WARNINGS ..................................................... 122
LOW BRAKE FLUID............................................................ 122
HANDBRAKE ON................................................................ 122
AIR BAG FAILURE ................................................................ 123
ENGINE COOLANT HIGH TEMPERATURE ................ 123
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE.......................................... 124
SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED .......................................... 124
EBD SYSTEM FAILURE ........................................................ 124
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE (EOBD) ........ 125
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATED.......... 126
ABS SYSTEM FAILURE......................................................... 126
FUEL RESERVE ....................................................................... 126
EXTERNAL LIGHTS FAILURE........................................... 127
REAR FOG LIGHTS.............................................................. 127
ESP SYSTEM FAILURE ........................................................ 127
SIDE LIGHTS AND LOW BEAMS.................................... 128
FOLLOW ME HOME ........................................................... 128
LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR ........................ 128
RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR .................... 128
FRONT FOG LIGHTS.......................................................... 128ACTIVATION OF THE SPORT BOOST FUNCTION 128
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS............................................... 128
CHECK TIRE PRESSARE .................................................... 129
INSUFFICIENT TYRE PRESSURE ..................................... 129
TIRE PRESSURE NOT SUITABLE FOR THE SPEED .... 129
POSSIBILITY OF ICE ON THE ROAD ........................... 130
LIMITED FUEL DISTANCE ................................................ 130
ASR SYSTEM.......................................................................... 130
SET SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED .......................................... 130
INSUFFICIENT BATTERY CHARGE .............................. 131
INCOMPLETE CAR DOOR CLOSURE .......................... 131
VEHICLE PROTECTION SYSTEM -
FIAT CODE - FAILURE ...................................................... 131
BRAKE PAD WEAR ............................................................. 132
CRUISE CONTROL ............................................................ 132
GENERIC SIGNAL ............................................................... 132
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If while turning the ignition
key in the MAR position, the
Ulight dose not turn on or
if while driving it illuminates
or flashes (on some versions together
with the message on the display), re-
fer to the Abarth Dealership as soon as
possible. The functionality of the
Ulight can be checked with appropriate
equipment by traffic control agents.
Conform to the regulations in force in
the country in which you are circulat-
ing.
In this case you can continue to drive
though try to avoid either putting the en-
gine under stress or high speeds. The pro-
longed use of the vehicle with the warning
light on could cause damages. Reach as
soon as possible the Abarth Dealership.
The light turns off if the problem disap-
pears, but the system memorizes the re-
port.
❒flashing light:indicates the possibility of
damage to the catalyst (see “EOBD
System” in the “Instrument panel and
controls” chapter).
In case of flashing light one must release the
accelerator pedal, in order to reach low
speeds, until the light turns off, continue
at moderate speed trying to avoid driving
conditions that can cause further flashing
of the light. Reach the Abarth Dealership
as soon as possible. ENGINE CONTROL
SYSTEM FAILURE
(EOBD) (amber)
Under normal conditions,
turning the ignition key in the MARpo-
sition, the light turns on, but it should turn
off as soon as the engine is started. The ini-
tial illumination indicates the correct func-
tioning of the light.
If the light does not turn off or if it turns on
while driving:
❒fixed light (no flashing):this indicates
malfunctioning in the supply/ignition
system that could cause high emissions
from the exhaust pipe, possible loss
of performance, bad driveability and
high fuel consumption.
The display visualizes the specific message.
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FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the amount of the
fuel remaining in the tank is about 7 litres.
IMPORTANT if the warning light flashes
there probably is a failure in the system. In
this case refer to the Abarth Dealership in
order to have the system immediately in-
spected. ABS SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the system is in-
effective or unavailable. In this case the
braking system maintains unchanged its ef-
fectiveness, but without the potential of-
fered by the ABS system. Drive very care-
fully and as soon as possible refer to the
Abarth Dealership.
The display visualizes the specific message.
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FRONT PASSENGER
AIR BAG
DEACTIVATED (amber)
The “warning light turns on when the
front passenger side air bag is deactivat-
ed.
When the front passenger-side air bag is
activated, turning the ignition key in the
MARposition, the “light illuminates for
about 4 seconds, it flashes for the follow-
ing 4 seconds after which it has to turn off.
The “light also indicates
possible failures of the
¬light. This condition is reported by the
flashing of the “light for over the
normal 4 seconds. In this case the ¬
light may not signal possible failures
in the restraint systems. Before go-
ing on refer to the Abarth Dealership
in order to have the system immedi-
ately inspected.
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POSSIBILITY OF ICE
ON THE ROAD
When the outside temperature reaches
or goes under 3°C the outside tempera-
ture indicator flashes to signal the possi-
bility of ice on the road.
The display visualizes the specific message.
LIMITED FUEL DISTANCE
The display shows this message in order
to inform the user that the amount of fu-
el left in the tank will last for less than
50km.SET SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
The display shows the specific message
when the vehicle exceeds the set speed
limit ( see “Multifunctional resettable dis-
play” in the “Instrument panel and con-
trols” chapter). ASR SYSTEM
The ASR system can be disconnected by
the pressure of the ASR OFFbutton.
The display shows this specific message to
inform the driver of the system discon-
nection; simultaneously the led on the
push button lights up.
If you push the ASR OFFbutton again
the led turns off and the display shows a
specific message in order to inform the
driver that the system has been reinstat-
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BRAKE PAD WEAR
(amber yellow)
The symbol displays together
with a specific message if brake pads are
worn; if necessary, replace them as soon
as possible.
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CRUISE CONTROL
(for versions/markets,
where provided) (green)
The symbol displays together
with a specific message rotating the Cruise
Control ring to ON.
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GENERIC SIGNAL
(amber yellow)
The symbol displays together
with a specific message following these
events.
Specific messages display.
Engine oil pressure sensor fault
The symbol displays together with a spe-
cific message when an engine oil pressure
sensor fault is detected. Refer to the Abarth
dealership for repairs.
Fuel stop system activation
The symbol displays together with a spe-
cific message when the fuel stop system
activates.
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Fault of tyre pressure monitoring
system (for versions/markets,
where provided)
The symbol displays together with a spe-
cific message when a fault of the tyre pres-
sure monitoring system T.P.M.S. (for ver-
sions/markets, where provided) is de-
tected.
As soon as possible, refer to the Abarth
dealership for repairs.
If one or more wheels provided with sen-
sors are fitted, a symbol displays until ini-
tial conditions are restored.