open bonnet Abarth Grande Punto 2008 Owner handbook (in English)

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DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IIN AN
EMERGENCY
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MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
DASHBOARD
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CARGO BOX
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The cargo box, see fig. 87, is set in the
boot, it can be used to house items and
it enables to have a level loading surface.
IMPORTANT To place loads on the Car-
go box surface, keep the long bar in cen-
tral position. Max. admitted load is 50 kg.BONNET
TO OPEN THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒pull lever fig. 88in the direction of the
arrow;
❒pull lever A-fig. 89as shown in the fig-
ure;
❒lift the bonnet and at the same time re-
lease the rod D-fig. 90from the catch,
then fit the rod end C-fig. 91 into the
bonnet recess E.
fig. 87F0M0175m

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IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet,
check that windscreen wiper arms are not
lifted from the windscreen.TO CLOSE THE BONNET
Proceed as follows:
❒hold the bonnet up with one hand and
with the other remove rod C-
fig. 91 from recess Eand fit it back in-
to its catch D-fig. 90;
❒lower the bonnet at approx. 20 cen-
timetres from the engine compartment
and then let it drop, ensuring that it is
fully closed and not just held in position
by the safety catch. If the bonnet does
not close properly, do not push it down
but open it again and repeat the above
procedure.
IMPORTANT Always check that the bon-
net is closed properly to avoid its opening
while the car is travelling.
fig. 89F0M022Abfig. 88F0M021Abfig. 90F0M103Ab
fig. 91F0M0133m

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For safety reasons the bon-
net must be closed properly
to avoid its opening while the car is
travelling. Therefore, always check it
is properly closed and the catch en-
gaged. Should you notice that the
catch is not perfectly engaged when
travelling, stop the car immediately
and close the bonnet.
WARNING
If the supporting rod is not
positioned correctly the bon-
net may fall violently.
WARNING
Carry out operations only
when the car is stationary.
WARNING
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK
Front couplings are set at points A-fig. 92.
Front couplings are set at points Bnear
the silk-screen printing (
O) on rear side
windows.
IMPORTANT Strictly follow the installa-
tion instructions contained in the kit. In-
stallation hall be carried out by skilled per-
sonnel.
After travelling a few kilo-
metres, check that the cou-
pling fastening screws are tight.
WARNING
Strictly comply with current
law regulations concerning
max. overall dimensions.
Distribute the load evenly
and when driving, bear in
mind the increased sensitivity of the
car to side wind.
WARNING
Never exceed the permitted
weight (see section “Techni-
cal specifications”).
fig. 92F0M023Ab

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MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
– version codes ............................... 184
Bonnet .................................................. 71
Boot ........................................................ 68
– extension ........................................ 69
– tailgate opening/closing ............... 68
– emergency opening....................... 69
Boot light .............................................. 55
Brake Assist (brake assist
in an emergency)............................... 78
Brakes
– fluid level ........................................ 169
– technical data ................................ 186
Bulb (replacement)
– general instructions ..................... 139
– types of bulbs ................................ 139
Car inactivity ...................................... 120
Car maintenance
– periodical checks........................... 165
– scheduled servicing ...................... 162
– service schedule ........................... 163
– use of the car under heavy
conditions ........................................... 165Card box - CD box............................. 60
Carrying children safely ..................... 97
Ceiling lights
– front ................................................ 54
– puddle/door .................................. 55
Central console oddment
compartment ..................................... 58
Child restraint systems
– “Universal Isofix” ......................... 102
Cigar lighter .......................................... 60
Clutch ................................................... 185
CO
2emissions...................................... 196
Code Card ........................................... 8
Consumption
– engine oil ........................................ 167
– fuel ................................................... 195
Control buttons .................................. 55
Correct use of the car ...................... 127
Cruise Control ..................................... 52
Digital display ..................................... 16
Dimensions .......................................... 190
ABS ...................................................... 76
Accessories purchased
by the owner .................................... 88
Air bag
– front ................................................. 103
– side .................................................. 106
Air filter ................................................ 170
Air vents ............................................... 34
Alarm...................................................... 11
Armrest................................................. 59
Ashtray................................................... 60
ASR ......................................................... 81
– activation/deactivation ................. 82
Automatic two-zone climate
control system .................................. 40
Battery
– checking the charge ..................... 171
– jump starting ................................. 134
– recharging ...................................... 157
Bodywork
– maintenance .................................. 176
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