power steering FIAT 500 ABARTH 2015 2.G Owners Manual

Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle
Tires
Examine tires for excessive tread wear and uneven wear
patterns. Check for stones, nails, glass, or other objects
lodged in the tread or sidewall. Inspect the tread for cuts
and cracks. Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and bulges.
Check the wheel bolts for tightness. Check the tires for
proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights
Have someone observe the operation of brake lights and
exterior lights while you work the controls. Check turn
signal and high beam indicator lights on the instrument
panel.
Door Latches
Check for positive closing, latching, and locking.
Fluid Leaks
Check area under vehicle after overnight parking for fuel,
engine coolant, oil, or other fluid leaks. Also, if gasoline
fumes are detected or if fuel, power steering fluid (if
equipped), or brake fluid leaks are suspected. The cause
should be located and corrected immediately.
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10. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the front
fog lights are on.
11. Electric Power Steering Malfunction Warning Light
This telltale is on when the Electric Power
Steering is not operating and needs service.
12. Rear Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator will illuminate when the rear fog
lights are on.
13. Rear Defrost Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the rear win-
dow defroster is on. The rear window defroster
automatically turns off after 20 minutes.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to
the heating elements:
•Use care when washing the inside of the rear
window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on
the interior surface of the window. Use a soft cloth
and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after
soaking with warm water.
•Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive
window cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
•Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
14. Brake Warning Light
This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking brake
application. If the brake light turns on it may
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!AUTOSTICK..........................242
▫Operation...........................242
!DRIVING ON SLIPPERY SURFACES.........244
▫Acceleration.........................244
▫Traction............................244
!DRIVING THROUGH WATER.............245
▫Flowing/Rising Water..................245
▫Shallow Standing Water.................245
!POWER STEERING.....................247
!PARKING BRAKE......................248
!SPORT MODE.........................250
▫Manual Transmission — If Equipped........250
▫Automatic Transmission — If Equipped......251
!BRAKE SYSTEM.......................252
!ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . .252
▫Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .252
▫Brake Assist System (BAS)...............254
▫Traction Control System (TCS)............254
▫Hill Start Assist (HSA).................255
▫Electronic Stability Control (ESC)..........256
▫ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
And ESC OFF Indicator Light............260
!TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION.............261
▫Tire Markings........................261
▫Tire Identification Number (TIN)...........264
▫Tire Terminology And Definitions..........266
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POWER STEERING
The electric power steering system will give you good
vehicle response and increased ease of maneuverability
in tight spaces. The system will vary its assist to provide
light efforts while parking and good feel while driving.
If the electric steering system experiences a fault that
prevents it from providing assist, you will still have the
ability to steer the vehicle manually.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced or no power steer-
ing assist could pose a safety risk to yourself and
others. Service should be obtained as soon as pos-
sible.
If the Steering icon is flashing, it indicates that the vehicle
needs to be taken to an authorized dealer for service. It is
likely the vehicle has lost power steering assistance.
If the Steering icon is displayed and the “POWER STEER-
ING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message is displayed on the
EVIC screen, they indicate that extreme steering maneu-
vers may have occurred which caused an over tempera-
ture condition in the power steering system. Once driv-
ing conditions are safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle
for a few moments until the icon and message turn off.
Refer to “Electronic Vehicle Information (EVIC)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel” for further informa-
tion.
If the Steering icon is displayed and the “SERVICE
POWER STEERING – ASSIST OFF” message is displayed
on the EVIC screen, they indicate the vehicle needs to be
taken to an authorized dealer for service. Refer to “Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information (EVIC)” in “Understanding
Your Instrument Panel” for further information.
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NOTE:
•Even if the power steering assistance is no longer
operational, it is still possible to steer the vehicle.
Under these conditions there will be a substantial
increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds and
during parking maneuvers.
•If the condition persists, see your authorized dealer for
service.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave the
manual transmission in REVERSE or first gear.
The parking brake lever is located in the center console.
To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up as firmly as
possible. To release the parking brake, pull the lever up
slightly, press the center button, then lower the lever
completely.
When the parking brake is applied with the ignition
switch in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, the Brake
Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
Parking Brake
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WARNING!
There may be situations on minor hills with a loaded
vehicle, or while pulling a trailer, when the system
will not activate and slight rolling may occur. This
could cause a collision with another vehicle or object.
Always remember the driver is responsible for brak-
ing the vehicle.
Disabling/Enabling HSA
If you wish to turn the HSA system on or off, it can be
done using the Customer Programmable Features in
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). Refer
to “Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)”
in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further
information.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system enhances
directional control and stability of the vehicle under
various driving conditions. ESC corrects for oversteering
or understeering of the vehicle by applying the brake of
the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting the
oversteering or understeering condition. Engine power
may also be reduced to help the vehicle maintain the
desired path. ESC uses sensors in the vehicle to deter-
mine the vehicle path intended by the driver and com-
pares it to the actual path of the vehicle. When the actual
path does not match the intended path, ESC applies the
brake of the appropriate wheel to assist in counteracting
the oversteer or understeer condition.
•Oversteer - when the vehicle is turning more than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
•Understeer - when the vehicle is turning less than
appropriate for the steering wheel position.
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FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an ap-
propriate replacement fuse with the same amp
rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse
with another fuse of higher amp rating. Never
replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other
material. Failure to use proper fuses may result in
serious personal injury, fire and/or property dam-
age.
(Continued)
WARNING!(Continued)
•Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition
is off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
•If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
•If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, gearbox system) or steering system
blows, contact an authorized dealer.
376 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

CavityMaxi FuseMini FuseDescription
F03 20 Amp Yellow–Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange–Anti-Lock Brake Pump
F0570 Amp Tan–Electric Power Steering
F06 20 Amp Yellow–Radiator Fan - Single Speed
F0630 Amp Green–Radiator Fan - Low Speed
F07 40 Amp Orange–Radiator Fan - High Speed
F08 40 Amp Orange–Blower Motor
F09–10 Amp Red Powertrain
F10–10 Amp Red Horn
F11–15 Amp Blue Powertrain
F11–10 Amp Red Powertrain (Multiair – If Equipped)
F14–5 Amp Tan High Beam (Shutter)
F15–15 Amp Blue Cigar Lighter
F16–7.5 Amp Brown Transmission
380 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

Operating Precautions......................340
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual).............5
Overheating, Engine.......................307
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual).............5
Paint Care..............................369
Parking Brake............................248
Pets....................................76
Placard, Tire and Loading Information..........268
Power
Door Locks............................22
Mirrors...............................91
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)...........132
Steering..............................247
Sunroof..............................129
Windows..............................24
Pregnant Women and Seat Belts................35
Preparation for Jacking.....................322
Pretensioners
Seat Belts..............................35
Radial Ply Tires..........................275
Radio Operation..........................182
Radio Reception..........................182
Radio (Sound Systems).....................182
Rear Liftgate (Sedan).......................25
Rear Window Features.....................138
Recorder, Event Data.......................55
Recreational Towing.......................302
Reformulated Gasoline.....................296
Refrigerant..............................350
Release, Hood............................107
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
FCC General Information..................20
Power Convertible Top Function.............16
Remote Sound System (Radio) Controls.........209
Replacement Bulbs........................382
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Seats..................................101
Adjustment...........................101
Heated...............................105
Selection of Oil...........................345
SENTRY KEY®
FCC General Information..................14
Sentry Key (Immobilizer)....................13
Service Assistance.........................398
Service Contract..........................400
Service Manuals..........................402
Shift Lever Override.......................333
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission.............232
Shoulder Belts............................29
Signals, Turn.............................81
Snow Chains (Tire Chains)...................284
Snow Tires..............................277
Spare Tire...............................279
Spark Plugs.............................388
Specifications
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..345
Speed Control (Cruise Control)................118
Sport Mode.............................250
Starting................................227
Automatic Transmission..................227
Cold Weather..........................228
Engine Fails to Start.....................229
Manual Transmission....................227
Steering
Power...............................247
Tilt Column...........................117
Wheel, Tilt............................117
Steering Wheel Audio Controls...............209
Steering Wheel Mounted Sound System Controls . . .209
Storage................................382
Storage, Vehicle...........................221
Storing Your Vehicle.......................382
Stuck, Freeing............................331
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