Abarth Punto Evo 2012 Owner handbook (in English)

OWNER HANDBOOK
ABARTHPUNTOEVO

Dear Customer,
Thank you for selecting Abarth and congratulations on your choice of an Abarth Punto Evo.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your car and use it in the best possible
way.
You should read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
It contains important information, advice and instructions for the use of the car which will help you get the very best
out of your Abarth.
Read the warnings and indications, marked with the following symbols:
personal safety;
car safety;
environmental protection.
The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Abarth offers to its customers:
❒the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity
❒the range of additional services available to Abarth Customers.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
❒OWNER HANDBOOK 1-220❒RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION 257-258
❒RADIO 221-254

REFUELLING
Only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating
(RON) not less than 95 conforming to the European
specification EN 228.
The use of petrol that does not conform to the
above-mentioned specification will cause the EOBD
warning light to come on and the irregular operation
of the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the
gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch
without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition
key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has
started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures
during operation. Do not park the car on grass, dry
leaves, pine needles or other flammable material: fire
hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The car is fitted with a system that allows continuous
diagnosis of the components linked to emissions to
ensure better respect for the environment.ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical
accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the
battery), contact an Abarth Dealership. They can
calculate the overall electrical requirement and check
that the vehicle electric system can support the
required load.
CODE card
Keep the card in a safe place, not in the car.
Make sure you have the electronic code written on
the CODE card with you at all times.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct car servicing is essential for ensuring it stays in
tip-top condition and safeguards its safety features, its
environmental friendliness and low running costs for
a long time to come.
THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
... important information and warnings on the correct
use and maintenance of your car over time as well as
safe driving tips. Pay special attention to the symbols
"(personal safety) #(car safety) !(environmental
protection).
VERY IMPORTANT
K



KNOWING YOUR VEHICLE
DASHBOARD
The presence and position of the controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the version.
F0U001Abfig. 1
1.Adjustable side air vents – 2.Fixed side air vents – 3.Left steering column stalk: external lights – 4.Instrument
panel –
5.Right steering column stalk: windscreen wiper controls, rear window wiper, trip computer – 6.Panel
controls – 7. Portable navigation system setup (for versions/markets, where provided) –
8.Adjustable central air
vents –
9.Fixed upper air vent – 10.Front airbag – passenger side – 11.Glove compartment – 12.Light guide –
13.Radio (for versions/markets where provided) – 14.HVAC controls – 15.Ignition device – 16.Front airbag
– driver’s side –
17. Steering wheel adjustment lever – 18.Control panel: headlamp alignment adjustment/
reconfigurable multifunction display.
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AND CARE
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AND MESSAGES STARTING
AND DRIVING SAFETY
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THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM
This is an electronic engine locking system which
increases protection against attempted thefts of the car.
It is automatically activated when the ignition key is
removed.
An electronic device is fitted in each ignition key grip.
The device transmits a radio-frequency signal when the
engine is started through a special aerial built into the
ignition switch. The modulated signal, which changes
each time the engine is started, is the “password”, by
means of which the control unit recognises the key and
enables to start the engine.
OPERATION
Each time the vehicle is started by turning the ignition
key to MAR, the Fiat CODE system control unit sends
a recognition code to the engine control unit to
deactivate the immobiliser.
The acknowledgement code is sent only if the Fiat
CODE system control unit has recognised the code
transmitted from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the Fiat
CODE system deactivates the functions of the engine
management control unit.
If the code is not recognised correctly during ignition,
the
Ywarning light comes on in the instrument panel.
SYMBOLS
Special coloured labels have been attached near or
actually on some of the components of your car. These
labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions
to be taken as regards that particular component.
The plate summarising the symbols used can be found
under the bonnet, fig. 2.
F0U003Abfig. 2
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THE KEYS
CODE CARD fig. 3
(for versions/markets where provided)
The car is delivered with two copies of the ignition key
and with the CODE card, which bears the following:
A the electronic code;
B The mechanical key code to be given to the Abarth
Dealership when ordering duplicate keys.
You should have the electronic code A-fig. 3 with you at
all times.
IMPORTANT In order to ensure complete efficiency of
the electronic devices inside the keys, they should never
be exposed to direct sunlight. In this case turn the key to STOP and then to MAR; if
the lock persists try again with the spare set of keys.
Contact an Abarth Dealership if you still cannot start
the engine.
Warning light
Ycoming on when driving
❒If the warning light Yturns on, this means that the
system is running a self-diagnosis (for example for a
voltage drop).
❒If the warning light Ystays on, contact an Abarth
Dealership.
The electronic components inside the key
may be damaged if the key is submitted
to sharp knocks.
F0U004Abfig. 3
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F0U005Abfig. 4
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL fig. 4
The metal insert A operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door locks;
❒the fuel cap lock/release (for versions/markets where
provided);
Pressing button B opens/closes the metal insert.
All the keys and the CODE card must be
handed over to the new owner when
selling the car.
Button B should only be pressed when
the key is away from the body, in
particular from the eyes and from objects that
can be spoilt (e.g. clothes). Never leave the key
unattended and make sure it can never be
touched by others, especially children, who may
inadvertently press the button.
WARNING
Button Ëis used for unlocking the doors and the boot.
Button Áis used for locking the doors and the boot.
Button
Ris used to open the boot remotely.
When unlocking the doors, the passenger compartment
ceiling lights will come on for a preset time.

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F0U006Abfig. 5F0U007Abfig. 6
Replacing the battery of the key with remote
control fig. 6
To replace the battery, proceed as follows:
❒press button A and bring the metal insert B to the
open position;
❒turn the screw C to :using a fine bit screwdriver;
❒take out the battery case D and replace the battery
E, respecting its polarity;
❒refit the battery case D inside the key and lock it by
turning the screw C to
Á. LED indications on the dashboard fig. 5
When locking the doors, the LED on the button A
switches on for about 3 seconds and than starts flashing
(deterrence function).
Once doors are locked, if one or more doors or the
tailgate are not closed correctly, the LED and direction
indicators start flashing quickly.
KNOWING
YOUR VEHICLE
SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
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Used batteries are harmful to the
environment. They should be disposed
of, as specified by law, in the special
containers provided, otherwise take them to
the Abarth Dealership, which will deal with
their disposal.REPLACING THE REMOTE
CONTROL COVER fig. 7
To replace the remote control cover, follow the
procedure shown in the diagram.
Request for additional remote controls
The system can recognise up to 8 keys with
incorporated remote control. Should a new key with
remote control be necessary, contact an Abarth
Dealership, taking the CODE card, a personal identity
document and the car’s ownership documents with you.
fig. 7F0U008Ab
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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL fig. 8
The metal insert of the key A is fixed.
The key operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door locks;
❒the fuel tank cap lock (for versions/markets where
provided).ALARM
The car’s alarm system is available from Lineaccessori
Abarth.
fig. 8F0U009Ab
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KNOWING
YOUR VEHICLE
SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN
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MAINTENANCE
AND CARE
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