ECO mode Abarth Punto 2016 Owner handbook (in English)

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Do not use the rear window wiper to
remove layers of snow or ice. In such
conditions, the rear window wiper may be
subjected to excessive stress, prompting
intervention from the motor protection which
prevents operation for a few seconds. If
operation is not restored, even after turning the
key and restarting the engine, go to an Abarth
Dealership.
Deactivation
Move the stalk twist switch away from the position
≤fig. 38 or turn the ignition key to STOP. When the
engine is next started (key at MAR), the sensor will not
be reactivated even if the twist switch is still at
≤fig.
38. To activate the rain sensor, you have to move the
twist switch from
≤to another position and then back
to
≤. Rain sensor activation will be indicated by at
least one wiper “stroke” even if the windscreen is dry.
REAR WINDOW WASHER/ WIPER
This operates only with the ignition key turned to MAR.
The function stops when the stalk is released. Turning
the twist switch from Oto
'will operate the rear
window wiper as follows:
❒in intermittent mode if the windscreen wiper is off;
❒synchronised operation (but with half-stroke
frequency) when the windscreen wiper is on;
❒continuous operation with reverse engaged and
function on.The rear window wiper will operate in continuous
mode when the windscreen wiper is on and reverse
gear is engaged.
Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard (unstable
position) the rear window washer jet will activate.
Keep the stalk pushed for more than half a second to
activate the rear window wiper as well.
Releasing the stalk will activate the smart washing
function, as described for the windscreen wiper.
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F0U040Abfig. 40
CEILING LIGHTS
FRONT COURTESY LIGHT WITH SPOT
LIGHTS fig. 40
Switch A is used to switch on/off courtesy lights.
With the switch A in the middle position, the lights C
and D go on/off when front doors are opened/closed.
With switch A pressed to the left, the lights C and D
are always off.
With switch A pressed to the right, the lights C and D
are always on.
Lights switch on/off progressively.The switch B is a spot light; when the ceiling light is off,
it switches the following on individually:
❒light C if pressed on the left side;
❒light D if pressed on the right side.
CAUTION Before getting out of the car, make sure
both switches are in the middle position; when the
doors are closed, lights switch off preventing a possible
discharge of the battery.
In any case, if the switch is left in on position, the
courtesy light switches off automatically 15 minutes
after the engine switching off.
Courtesy light timing
On certain versions, to facilitate getting in/out of the car
at night or in poorly-lit areas, two timed modes have
been provided.
TIMED OPERATION FOR GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE
The courtesy lights switch on according to the following
modes:
❒for about 10 seconds when unlocking the front
doors;
❒for about 3 minutes when opening one of the side
doors;
❒for about 10 seconds when closing the doors.
The timed period is interrupted when the ignition is
turned to “MAR – ON”.
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TIMED OPERATION FOR GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE
After removing the key from the ignition, the courtesy
lights switch on according to the following modes:
❒within 2 minutes from turning the engine off for
about 10 seconds;
❒when opening one of the side doors for about
3 minutes;
❒when one of the doors is closed for a period of
about 10 seconds.
The timed delay period ends automatically when the
doors are locked.
F0U041Abfig. 41
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT fig. 41
For versions fitted with boot light, the light comes on
automatically when opening the tailgate and it will go
off when closing.
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F0U065Abfig. 65
SKY DOME SUNROOF
(for versions/markets where provided)
The large electric sunroof comprises two panes of glass,
one of which is mobile and the other fixed. These are
equipped with two shutters (front and rear) that can be
moved manually. The shutters can be used in “fully
closed” or “fully open” positions (they have no fixed
intermediate positions). To open the shutters: grip the
handle A-fig. 65, release it and pull it in the direction of
the arrows to the “fully open” position. To close them,
carry out the procedure in reverse. The sun roof can be
operated only with the ignition key turned to MAR.
The controls A-B fig. 65 on a dedicated control panel
near the front ceiling lights open and close the sunroof.Opening
Press and hold button B-fig. 65, and the front pane will
mode to the “spoiler” position; press button B-fig. 65
again for over half a second to make the sunroof slide
automatically to the fully open position; press the
button once more to stop the sunroof at an
intermediate position.
Closing
From the fully open position, press button A-fig. 65 for
over half a second to move the front pane to the
“spoiler” position; press the button again to stop the
sunroof at an intermediate position; press button A-fig.
65 once more and hold it down to close the sunroof
completely.
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fig. 91
DRIVING MODES
The activation of “Sport” driving mode is indicated by
the switching on of the “S” symbol on the lower right
area of the reconfigurable multifunction display, as
shown in fig. 92-93.
When “Normal” mode is selected, no messages or
symbols are shown on the display, fig. 94-95.“MANETTINO ABARTH” CAR
DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEM
(DSS - Driving Sport Switch)
This device allows, using switch A-fig. 91, two response
modes to be selected according to driving style and
road conditions.
S = Sport (mode for sports driving)
N = Normal (mode for driving in normal conditions)
After being operated, the lever A always returns to the
central position.
The device also acts on the car dynamic control systems
(instrument panel, steering, engine, TTC and ASR
systems).
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Logic for car dynamic control system
management with “Normal” mode
When the “Normal” driving mode is activated, the car
dynamic control systems intervene with the following
logic:
❒ASR system: calibration for normal driving conditions.
❒TTC system: disabled.
❒Steering: calibration for comfort in normal driving
conditions.
❒Engine: standard adjustment for normal driving
conditions.
TURNING “Sport” MODE ON/OFF
Engagement
To turn the “Sport” driving mode on, move the lever A-
fig. 91 forward to letter “S”. Keep the lever in this
position for at least half a second and in any case until
the symbol “S” or the word “SPORT” appears on the
reconfigurable multifunction display (see fig. 92-93).
After release, the lever A will return to the central
position.
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Logic for car dynamic control system
management with “Sport” mode
When the “Sport” driving mode is activated, the car
dynamic control systems intervene with the following
logic:
❒ASR system: less intrusive calibration with
intervention thresholds that allow freer and sportier
drive.
❒TTC system: enabled for particularly effective and
sporty driving of the car.
❒Steering: calibration for sports driving.
❒Engine: sports adjustment with quicker response of
the accelerator pedal.
Disengagement
To turn the “Sport” driving mode off and return to
“Normal” mode, move the lever A-fig. 91 backwards to
letter “N”. Keep the lever in this position for at least
half a second and in any case until the symbol “S” or the
word “SPORT” disappears from the reconfigurable
multifunction display (see fig. 94-95).
After release, lever A returns to the central position.
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Contact an Abarth Dealership as soon
as possible if the warning light Udoes
not light up when the key is turned to MAR or
if, during travel, the warning light comes on
either constantly or flashing (along with a
message on the display). The operation of the
warning light Umay be checked by the traffic
control authorities using specific devices. Always
comply with the traffic regulations in force in
the country where you are driving.
WARNING
If the light flashes, release the accelerator pedal to
reduce engine revs until the warning light stops flashing;
continue the journey at a moderate speed, trying to
avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing,
and contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible.EXCESSIVE ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE (red)
When the key is turned to the MAR position
the warning light comes on but should go out after a
few seconds. The warning light turns on when the
engine is overheated. If the warning light comes on
when driving, proceed as follows:
❒when driving normally: stop the car, switch off the
engine and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. If it is not, wait
for a few minutes for the engine to cool down then
slowly and carefully open the cap, top up with
coolant and check that the level is between the MIN
and MAX marks. Also check visually for any fluid
leaks. Contact an Abarth Dealership if the warning
should come on when the engine is started again.
❒if the vehicle is used under demanding conditions
(e.g. towing trailers uphill or fully loaded): slow down
and, if the light stays on, stop the car. Wait for 2 or
3 minutes with the engine running and slightly
accelerated to further favour the coolant circulation.
Then stop the engine. Check correct liquid level as
described above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to
keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for a few
minutes before switching it off.
The display shows the dedicated message.
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RADIO
ANTI-THEFT PROTECTION
The radio is equipped with an anti-theft protection
system based on the exchange of information between
the radio and the electronic control unit (Body
Computer) present on the car.
This system guarantees maximum safety and prevents
the secret code from being entered each time the radio
power supply is disconnected.
If the check has a positive outcome, the radio will start
to function, whereas if the comparison codes are not the
same or if the electronic control unit (Body Computer)
is replaced, the device will ask the user to enter the
secret code according to the procedure described in the
paragraph below.
Entering the password
When the radio is switched on, if the password is
requested, the display will show
“Radio code” for about 2 seconds followed by four
dashes “----”.
The secret code is made up of four digits from 1 to 6,
each corresponding to one of the dashes.
To enter the first digit of the code, press the button
corresponding to the pre-selected stations (from 1 to 6).
Enter the other code digits in the same way.If the four digits are not entered within 20 seconds, the
display will show “Enter code ----”. If this occurs, it is not
considered an incorrect code entry.
After entering the fourth digit (within 20 seconds), the
car radio will work.
If an incorrect code is entered, the radio will emit a
sound and the display shows the text “Radio
blocked/wait” to notify the user of the need to enter the
correct code.
Each time the user enters an incorrect code, the waiting
time gradually increases (1 min, 2 min, 4 min, 8 min,
16 min, 30 min, 1h, 2h, 4h, 8h, 16h, 24h) to a maximum
of 24 hours. The waiting time will be shown on the
display with the text “Radio blocked/wait”. After the text
has disappeared it is possible to start the code entering
procedure again.
Car radio passport
This document certifies ownership of the car radio. The
car radio passport shows the radio model, serial number
and secret code.
IMPORTANT Keep the car radio passport somewhere safe
so that the authorities can be supplied with the relevant
information if the radio is stolen.
In case of loss of the car radio passport, contact the
Dealership Abarth taking your ID and the car ownership
documents
.
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INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the variants regarding the
operation of the CD player only: as far as the operation
of the radio is concerned, refer to the description in the
“Functions and Adjustments” chapter.
CD PLAYER
RADIO
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CD PLAYER SELECTION
To activate the CD player built into the equipment,
proceed as follows:
❒load a CD with the equipment switched on: the first
track will start to play;
or
❒if a CD has already been loaded, turn on the car
radio and then briefly press the CD button to select
the “CD” function mode: the last track listened to
will start to play.
It is advisable to use original CDs to ensure optimal
playback. If CD-R/RWs are used, we recommend using
good quality media that are burned at the slowest speed
possible.
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CD LOADING/EJECTION
To load the CD, insert it gently into the slot to activate
the motorised loading system, which will position it
correctly.
The CD can be loaded with radio off and the ignition key
turned to MAR: in this case the radio will remain off.
When the radio is turned on, the last source listened to
before being switched off will be activated.
When a CD is inserted the display will show the symbol
“CD-IN” and the text “CD Reading”. They will remain
displayed for the whole time required for the radio to
read the CD. When this time has elapsed the radio
automatically starts playing the first track.
Press the ˚button (EJECT) with the radio on to activate
the motorised ejection of the CD. After ejection, the last
audio source listened to before playing the CD will be
heard.
If the CD is not removed from the radio, it will
automatically be reloaded about 20 seconds later and the
Tuner mode will be tuned into (Radio).
The CD cannot be ejected if the radio is off.
If the ejected CD is reloaded without having removed it
completely from the slot, the radio will not switch to the
CD source.
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Possible error messages
If the loaded CD cannot be read (e.g. a CD ROM has
been inserted or the CD is inserted the wrong way
round or there is reading error) the display shows the
text “CD Disc error”.
The CD will then be ejected and the audio source
activated before the CD mode selection will be heard.
With external audio source on (“TA”, “ALARM” and
“Phone”) the CD which cannot be read will not be
ejected until these functions are terminated. At the end,
with the CD mode activated, the display will show the
text “CD Disc error” for a few seconds and then the
CD will be ejected.
If the CD player overheats the CD playing could be
temporarily interrupted. The radio will automatically
turn to the Radio (Tuner) mode and the display will
show “CD hot” and then “CD disc error”.
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