climate control Abarth Punto Evo 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

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QAir flow distribution between the footwell
Zvents and the windscreen and front side window
demisting/defrosting vents. This distribution
setting allows the passenger compartment to
warm up efficiently and prevents the windows
from misting up.
ZEAir flow distribution between footwell vents
(hotter air) and centre/side dashboard vents and
rear vent (cooler air).
EQAir flow distribution between centre/side
dashboard vents, rear vent and windscreen and
front side window demisting/defrosting vents.
This distribution setting ventilates the passenger
compartment well and prevents the windows
from misting up.
IMPORTANT For the climate control system to
function, at least one of the following buttons must be
on: Q/E/Z. The system does not allow all the buttons
Q/E/Zto be switched off.
IMPORTANT Push the OFF button to turn the climate
control system back on: in this way, all operating
conditions saved before switching off are restored.
To restore automatic control of the air distribution
after a manual selection, press the AUTO button.ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets where provided)
This device warms up the passenger compartment more
quickly when it is very cold and the engine coolant
temperature is low.
In these conditions, the device comes on automatically
when the engine is started and the fan is on.
The additional heater turns off automatically after
reaching the required comfort conditions.
IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the battery
voltage is too low.
SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
Press the OFF button.
The following information is shown on the display:
❒the word OFF;
❒outside temperature reading;
❒indication that air recirculation is switched on (LED
on button
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F0U095Abfig. 97
OPERATING MODES
Engine stopping mode
With the vehicle stationary, the engine stops with the
gearbox in neutral and the clutch pedal released.
Engine restarting mode
Press the clutch pedal to allow the engine to be
restarted.START&STOP SYSTEM
(for versions/markets where provided)
The Start&Stop device automatically stops the engine
each time the vehicle is stationary and starts it again
when the driver wants to move off.
In this way, the vehicle efficiency is increased, by
reducing consumption, dangerous gas emissions and
noise pollution. The system operates every time the car
is started.
– if climate comfort is to be favoured, the Start&Stop
system can be disabled, for a continuous operation of
the climate control system.
F0U097Abfig. 96

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NO ENGINE CUT-OUT
CONDITIONS
With the device activated, for reasons of comfort,
limiting emissions and safety, the engine does not stop in
certain conditions, including:
❒engine still cold;
❒particularly cold outside temperatures, where the
appropriate indication is provided;
❒battery not sufficiently charged;
❒heated rear window activated;
❒ windscreen wipers working at maximum speed;
❒ driver’s door not shut;
❒ driver’s seat belt not fastened;
❒ reverse gear engaged (for example, during parking
manoeuvres);
❒automatic climate control is on and a comfortable
temperature has not yet been reached or MAX –
DEF function enabled;
❒during the first period of use, to initialise the system.
In the above cases, a message appears in the display and
the warning light fig. 98 flashes in the instrument panel. MANUAL ACTIVATION AND
DEACTIVATION
You can activate/deactivate the Start&Stop device by
pressing the button on the dashboard fig. 96.
When the device is active, the relevant warning light on
the instrument panel switches on fig. 97.
When the system is deactivated, the warning light on
the instrument panel switches on fig. 98.
The relevant device deactivation/activation messages
appear on the reconfigurable multifunction display.
F0U096Abfig. 98

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F0U098Abfig. 99
SAFETY FUNCTIONS
In engine cut-out conditions through the Start&Stop
system, if the driver unfastens his/her seat belt and
opens the driver’s door or the passenger door, the
engine can be restarted only by using the key.
The driver is notified of this condition both by a buzzer
and through an information message in the display and
by the warning light fig. 98 on the instrument panel
flashing.
ENERGY SAVING FUNCTION
(for versions/markets where provided)
If, after the engine has been automatically restarted, the
driver does not take any action for a period of about
three minutes, the Start&Stop system will definitively
stop the engine to avoid fuel consumption. In these
cases, the engine can be restarted only by using the key. RESTARTING CONDITIONS
For reasons of comfort, limiting pollutant emissions and
safety purposes, the power unit can restart automatically
without any action on behalf of the driver if certain
conditions are met, including:
❒battery not sufficiently charged;
❒windscreen wipers working at maximum speed;
❒reduced braking system pressure, e.g. following the
brake pedal being pressed repeatedly;
❒car in motion, for example when driving on steep
roads;
❒stopping the engine through the Start&Stop system
for more than about three minutes;
❒automatic climate control system for establishing a
comfortable temperature or enabling the MAX –
DEF function.
With a gear engaged, the engine can be automatically
restarted only by fully depressing the clutch pedal.
The driver is asked to perform this operation through
a message on the instrument panel and, where provided,
by the warning light fig. 97 on the instrument panel
flashing.
Note If the clutch is not depressed when three minutes
have elapsed since the engine was stopped, the engine
can only be restarted using the key.
Note In cases when the engine stops and this is not
desired, due for example to the clutch pedal being
released sharply with a gear engaged, if the Start&Stop
system is activated, the engine can be restarted by fully
depressing the clutch pedal or by putting the gear lever
into neutral.

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DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high revs when
the car is stationary; this causes the engine to warm up
more slowly, thereby increasing fuel consumption and
emissions. It is therefore advisable to move off
immediately, slowly, avoiding high speeds: in this way the
engine will warm up more quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid accelerating when stopped at traffic lights or
before switching off the engine. The latter action, like
double-clutching, is unnecessary and causes increase of
consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and road allow,
use a higher gear. Using a low gear for faster
acceleration will increase consumption. In the same way
improper use of a high gear increases consumption,
emissions and engine wear. Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof
after use. These accessories lower air penetration and
adversely affect consumption levels. When transporting
particularly large objects, use a trailer if possible.
Electrical devices
Use electrical devices only for the amount of time
needed. Rear heated window, additional headlights,
windscreen wipers and heater fan need a considerable
amount of energy, therefore increasing the requirement
of current increases fuel consumption (up to +25% in
the urban cycle).
Climate control system
The climate control system 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.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic
control may adversely affect air drag and consumption
levels.

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FUSE SUMMARY TABLE
Dashboard fuse box fig. 157
USERSFUSE AMPERE
Right dipped headlamp
Left dipped beam headlight, headlight alignment corrector
INT/A supply for switch coils on engine fuse box
and relay switch coils on body computer control unit
Courtesy light, boot light, glove compartment light
Supply and battery for EOBD diagnosis, automatic climate
control unit, alarm, radio, Blue&Me™ control unit
INT supply for instrument panel, switch on brake pedal
(NO contact), third brake light
Door locking/unlocking motors, dead lock activation motors, boot
unlocking motor
Windscreen/rear window washer pump
Driver’s front electric window motor
Passenger side front electric window motor
INT supply for dashboard control lights, TMPS tyre pressure
measurement control unit, electric wing mirror movement, sunroof control
unit, my-port infotelematic system socket, electrochromic rear view mirror
Instrument panel
INT supply for brake pedal switch (NC contact), clutch
pedal switch, interior heating unit, Blue&Me™ control unit,
sound system wiring, voltage stabiliser control unit, reverse light on bumper,
brake servo sensor, relay switch coils on engine compartment fusebox

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7.5 Engine compartment fusebox fig. 159
USERSFUSE AMPERE
Hi-Fi sound system with radio, control unit and subwoofer
Horn
Left main beam headlamp, right main beam headlamp
Air climate control compressor
Heated rear window
Fuel pump on tank
Left fog light, right fog light
Socket (set-up)
Passenger compartment socket, cigar lighter
Battery charge status sensor
Demister on driver-side door mirror, demister on passenger-side door
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Visually inspect the conditions of toothed timing belt
Check exhaust gas emissions
Check engine control system operation (using diagnosis socket)
Replace accessory drive belt(s)
Replace toothed timing belt (*)
Replace spark plugs (1)
Replace air filter cartridge
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (or every 12 months) (2)
Change brake fluid (or every 24 months)
Change pollen filter (or every 15 months)
(*) Regardless of the distance covered, the timing belt should be replaced every 4 years for particularly demanding use (cold climates, city
driving, idling for a long time, dusty areas) or, in any case, every 5 years.
(1)The following are extremely important to ensure correct operation and prevent serious damage to the
engine:
– only use spark plugs of the same make and type specially certified for 1.4 Turbo Multi Air engines (see
“Engine”);
– strictly comply with the spark plug replacement interval given in the Scheduled Servicing Plan;
– it is advisable to contact an Abarth Dealership.
(2) If the car is equipped with esseesse kit (for versions/markets, where provided), the engine oil and engine oil
filter must be changed every 10,000 km or every 12 months.

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8.05.06.1
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the table below
are determined on the basis of the type-approval tests
set down by relevant European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for measuring
consumption:
❒urban cycle: cold starting followed by driving that
simulates urban use of the car;
❒extra-urban cycle: drive simulating the driving of the
car out of town with frequent acceleration in all
gears; the speed varies from 0 to 120 km/h;
❒combined consumption: the weighting is around 37%
urban cycle and 63% extra-urban cycle.IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic situations,
weather conditions, driving style, general conditions of
the car, trim level/equipment/accessories, load, climate
control system, roof rack, other situations that affect air
drag may lead to different fuel consumption levels than
those measured.
Fuel consumption according to the current European directive (litres x 100 km)
Version Urban Extra-urban Combined
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– maintenance ............................. 193
– recharging ................................. 177
– replacement ............................. 193
– tips for extending
battery life .................................... 194
Bi-zone automatic climate
control system ............................ 44
Body
– body version codes ................ 207
– cleaning, care and
maintenance ................................ 200
– maintenance ............................. 202
Bodywork codes ........................... 207
Bodywork paint
identification plate ...................... 206
Bodywork versions ...................... 207
Bonnet
– opening/closing ........................ 81
Boot ................................................. 76
– closing the tailgate ................... 77
– expanding the boot ................ 78– opening the boot in
an emergency .............................. 77
– removing the parcel shelf ...... 80
– tailgate opening ....................... 76
Boot courtesy light ....................... 57
– bulb replacement .................... 169
Boot
– closing the tailgate .................. 77
– expanding the boot ................ 78
– opening the tailgate ................ 76
– opening the tailgate in
an emergency .............................. 77
– removing the parcel shelf ...... 80
Brake Assist (system) .................. 87
Brake Assist system ..................... 87
Brake fluid
– checking levels and
topping up .................................... 191
– specifications ............................ 218
Brake lights
– bulb replacement .................... 165ABS ................................................. 85
– Brake Assist ............................. 87
ABS system .................................... 85
– Brake Assist ............................. 87
Accessories purchased by
the owner .................................... 105
Additional brake light
(third brake light)
– bulb replacement .................... 166
Air filter .......................................... 192
Air recirculation ........................43-46
Air vents ......................................... 38
Airbag deactivation ....................... 126
Alarm .............................................. 9
Ashtray ............................................. 65
ASR (system).................................. 89
Battery
– checking the charge and
the electrolyte level ................... 193
– jump starting ............................ 151
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