Abarth Grande Punto 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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MESSAGES ON THE MULTI-
FUNCTIONAL RESETTABLE
DISPLAY
Check tire pressure
The message is visualized on the display in
the event that two or more tires turn out
to be under inflated. The display will show
the information regarding each tire in se-
quence.
In this event it is advisable to proceed as
soon as possible with the inflation of the
tires in order to return the pressure val-
ues back to the recommended ones (see
paragraph “ Recommended cold inflation
pressures” in the “Technical Data” chap-
ter).Insufficient tyre pressure
The message is visualized on the display
when the pressure of one or more tires
goes under a fixed threshold. In this way
the T.P.M.S. system informs the driver that
there is the possibility that one or more
tires are dangerously under inflated and
there probably is a puncture.
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving
with one or more deflated tires since the
driveability of the vehicle can be jeopar-
dized. Stop the car trying not to brake or
to steer roughly. Immediately fix the tire
using the suitable kit (see the “Emergen-
cies” chapter) and refer to the Abarth
Dealership as soon as possible.
Tire pressure not suitable
for the speed
If one foresees to drive at a speed high-
er than 160 km/h, it is necessary to inflate
the tires to a higher pressure as recom-
mended in the “Recommended inflation
pressures” paragraph.
This message is viewed on the display in
the event the T.P.M.S. system (for ver-
sions/markets, where provided) notes that
the pressure of one or more of the tires
is not suitable for the speed of the vehi-
cle at the moment (see what reported in
the “Insufficient tire pressure” paragraph
of this chapter).IMPORTANT In this event immediately
reduce your speed since the overheating
of the tire could jeopardize the perfor-
mance and the life of the tire, as well as,
in extreme cases, cause the tire explosion.
Very high radio frequencies
can cause troubles and in-
hibit the correct functioning of the
T.P.M.S. system.
This event is indicated to the driver
with a specific message (for ver-
sions/markets, where provided). This
message will disappear automatical-
ly as soon as the radio frequency dis-
turbance ceases to perturb the sys-
tem.
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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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INSUFFICIENT
BATTERY CHARGE
(red)
The symbol is shown on the display to-
gether with the specific message if the bat-
tery is low on charge.
If the symbol remains on the display re-
fer to the Abarth Dealership as soon as
possible
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INCOMPLETE CAR
DOOR CLOSURE (red)
The symbol is shown on the dis-
play together with the specific message if
one or more of the car doors or if the
hatchback are not perfectly closed.
If the vehicle is in motion and the doors
are open an acoustic warning signal can be
heard.
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VEHICLE PROTECTION
SYSTEM – FIAT CODE -
FAILURE (amber)
The symbol is shown on the display to-
gether with the specific message when a
possible failure in the system is present (
see “The FIAT CODE system” in the “In-
strument panel and controls” chapter).
IMPORTANT The contemporary lighting
of the
Ulight and of the Ysymbol in-
dicates a problem in the FIAT CODE sys-
tem.
If the
Ysymbol appears while the engine
is running refer to the Abarth Dealership
in order to have all the keys memorized.
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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.
Ü
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-
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ENGINE STARTING ........................................................... 134
QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT
FIX & GO automatic ........................................................... 135
WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB ................... 139
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT.......................... 141
IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT.......................... 146
IF A FUSE BLOWS ................................................................ 148
IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT .................................................. 157
JACKING THE CAR ............................................................. 158
TOWING THE CAR ........................................................... 159
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In an emergency we recommend that you call the toll-free number found on the
Warranty Booklet. You can also connect to the site www.fiat.com
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STARTING
EMERGENCY START-UP
If the
Ysign keeps being displayed, im-
mediately call the Abarth Dealership.
JUMP STARTING fig. 1
If the battery is flat, it is possible to start
the engine using an auxiliary battery with
the same capacity or a little higher than
the flat one. Proceed as follows:
❒connect positive terminals (+near the
terminal) of the two batteries with a
jump lead;
❒with a second lead, connect the nega-
tive terminal (–) of the auxiliary battery
to an earthing point
Eon the engine or
the gearbox of the car to be started;
❒ start the engine;
❒when the engine has been started, re-
move the leads reversing the order
above.
If after a few attempts the engine does not
start, do not insist but contact the near-
est Abarth Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the
negative terminals of the two batteries:
sparks could ignite the flammable gas from
the battery. If the other battery is fitted in
another car, prevent accidental contacts
between the metal parts of the two cars.BUMP STARTING
Never bump start the engine (by pushing,
towing, or coasting downhill) as this could
cause fuel to flow into the catalytic ex-
haust system and damage it beyond repair.
IMPORTANT Remember that the brake
booster and the power steering system
are not operating until the engine is start-
ed, a greater effort will therefore be re-
quired to press the brake pedal or turn
the steering wheel.
The starting procedure must
be carried out by qualified
personnel because incorrect opera-
tions may cause electrical discharge of
considerable intensity. The liquid con-
tained in the battery is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin
and eyes. Keep naked flames and light-
ed cigarettes away from the battery
and do not cause sparks.
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QUICK TYRE REPAIR
KIT - FIX & GO
automatic
The quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go auto-
matic is placed in the boot.
The kit fig. 2includes:
❒bottle A containing sealer and fitted
with:
– filling pipe B;
– sticker Cbearing the notice “max.
80 km/h”, to be placed in a position
visible to the driver (on the instru-
ment panel) after fixing the tyre;
❒instruction brochure (see fig. 3), to be
used for prompt and proper use of the
quick repair kit and to be then handed
to the personnel charged with handling
the treated tyre;
❒compressor D-fig. 2including gauge
and connections;
❒a pair of protection gloves located in
the side space of the compressor;
❒adapters for inflating different elements.In the kit container (placed in the boot un-
der the carpet) are also housed the screw-
driver and the tow hitch.
Hand the instruction
brochure to the personnel
charged with treating the tyre re-
paired with the kit.
WARNING
fig. 2F0M0198mfig. 3F0M0199m
In the event of a puncture
caused by foreign bodies, it is
possible to repair tyres show-
ing damages on the track or
shoulder up to max 4 mm diameter.
Holes and damages on the
tyre side walls cannot be re-
paired. Do not use the quick tyre re-
pair kit if damaging is due to running
with flat tyre.
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IT SHOULD BE NOTICED THAT:
The sealing fluid of the quick tyre repair
kit is effective with external temperatures
between –20 °C and +50 °C.
The sealing fluid has limited life. INFLATING PROCEDURE
The compressor shall not be
operated for more than 20
minutes. Risk of overheating. Tyres
repaired with the quick tyre repair kit
shall be used temporarily only.
WARNING
The cylinder contains ethyl-
ene glycol. The cylinder con-
tains latex: it can cause allergic reac-
tions. It is harmful if ingested or in-
haled and irritant for the eyes and in
case of contact. In case of contact
rinse immediately with water and take
off contaminated clothes. If swal-
lowed, do not induce vomit, rinse out
the mouth, drink a lot of water and
call the doctor immediately. Keep
away from children. This product must
not be used by asthmatics. Do not in-
hale vapours. Call the doctor imme-
diately in case of allergic reactions.
Keep the cylinder in the space provid-
ed for the purpose and far from heat.
The sealing fluid has limited life.
WARNING
Replace the cylinder if sealer
has run out. Do not throw
away the cylinder and the
sealing fluid. Have the sealing
fluid and the cylinder disposed of in
compliance with national and local
regulations.
Put on the protection gloves
provided together with quick
tyre repair kit.
WARNING
❒Pull up the handbrake. Loosen tyre
inflation valve cap, take out the filler
hose A-fig. 4and screw the ring nut
Bon the tyre valve;
Repairs are not possible in
case of damages on the
wheel rim (bad groove distortion
causing air loss). Do not remove for-
eign bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.
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❒make sure the compressor switch D-
fig. 5is set to 0 (off), start the engine
and fit plug E-fig. 6into the nearest
current outlet and then turn on the
compressor by setting switch D-fig. 5
to I(on). Inflate the tyre to the pres-
sure specified in paragraph “Inflation
pressure” in section “Technical Speci-
fications”. Check tyre pressure on gauge F-fig.
5 with compressor off to obtain pre-
cise reading;
❒if after 5 minutes it is still impossible
to reach at least 1.5 bar, disengage com-
pressor from valve and current outlet,
then move the car forth for approx. ten
metres in order to distribute the seal-
ing fluid inside the tyre evenly, then re-
peat the inflation operation;
❒If after this operation it is still impossi-
ble after 5 minutes to reach at least 1.8
bar, do not start driving since the tyre
is excessively damaged and the quick
tyre repair kit cannot guarantee suit-
able sealing, contact Abarth Dealership;
❒if reaching the tyre pressure specified
in paragraph “Inflation pressure” in sec-
tion “Technical Specifications”, start
driving immediately;
Apply the sticker in a visible
position for the driver to in-
dicate that the tyre has been treat-
ed with the quick tyre repair kit. Dri-
ve carefully especially when corner-
ing. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid
heavy braking and accelerating.
WARNING
❒after driving for about 10 minutes stop
and check again the tyre pressure; pull
up the handbrake;
If the pressure falls below 1.8
bars, do not drive any further:
the quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go au-
tomatic cannot guarantee proper hold
because the tyre is too much damaged.
Contact Abarth Dealership.
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❒if at least 1.8 bar pressure is read, re-
store proper pressure (with engine
running and handbrake on) and restart;
❒drive with the utmost care to the near-
est Abarth Dealership.
FOR CHECKING AND
RESTORING PRESSURE ONLY
The compressor can be also used just for
restoring pressure. Disconnect the quick
connection and connect it directly to the
tyre valve fig. 8; in this way the cylinder is
not connected to compressor and the
sealing fluid will not flow into the tyre. CYLINDER REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE
To replace the cylinder proceed as fol-
lows:
❒disconnect connection A-fig. 9;
❒turn counter-clockwise the cylinder to
replace and raise it;
❒fit the new cylinder and turn it clock-
wise;
❒connect connection Ato the cylinder
and fit the transparent tube Binto the
proper space.
It is of vital importance to
communicate that the tyre
has been repaired using the quick tyre
repair kit. Hand the instruction
brochure to the personnel charged
with treating the tyre repaired with
the kit.
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