FIAT 124 SPIDER ABARTH 2017 2.G Owners Manual

Contact an Authorized Dealer to check
the following:
Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in
the radiator.
Inspect the battery and its leads.
Cold reduces battery capacity.
Use an engine oil appropriate for the
lowest ambient temperatures that the
vehicle will be driven in.
Inspect the ignition system for
damage and loose connections.
Use winter windshield washer fluid
that will not freeze.
Note:
Remove snow before driving. Snow
left on the windshield is dangerous as
it could obstruct vision.
Drive slowly. Braking performance
can be adversely affected if snow or
ice adheres to the brake components.
If this situation occurs, drive the vehicle
slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal
and lightly applying the brakes several
times until the brake performance
returns to normal.
Do not open or close the soft top when
the temperature is 41 °F (5 °C) or less.
The material of the soft top could be
damaged by freezing.
Do not apply excessive force to a
window scraper when removing ice or
frozen snow on the mirror glass and
windshield. Never use warm or hot water for
removing snow or ice from windows
and mirrors as it could result in the
glass cracking.
Snow Tires
If your vehicle is equipped with the tire
pressure monitoring system (vehicle
with run-flat tires), the system may not
function correctly when using tires with
steel wire reinforcement in the
sidewalls.
Use Snow Tires on all Four Wheels
:
Do not exceed the maximum
permissible speed for your snow tires or
legal speed limits.
When snow tires are used, select the
specified size and pressure.
Tire Chains
Check local regulations before using tire
chains.
If your vehicle is equipped with the
TPMS system, the system may not
function correctly when using tire
chains.
Install the chains on the rear tires only.
Do not use chains on the front tires.
Note:
Chains may affect handling.
Do not go faster than 30 mph
(50 km/h) or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is lower.
Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, and sharp turns.
Avoid locked-wheel braking.
Do not use chains on roads that are
free of snow or ice. The tires and
chains could be damaged.
Chains may scratch or chip
aluminium wheels.
Warning!
Using tires of different size and type (M+S,
Snow) between front and rear axles can
cause unpredictable handling. You could
lose control and have a collision.
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Caution!
To avoid damage to your vehicle or tires,
observe the following precautions:
Because of restricted traction device
clearance between tires and other
suspension components, it is important
that only traction devices in good condition
are used. Broken devices can cause
serious damage. Stop the vehicle
immediately if noise occurs that could
indicate device breakage. Remove the
damaged parts of the device before further
use.
Install device as tightly as possible and
then retighten after driving about ½ mile
(0.8 km).
Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h).
Drive cautiously and avoid severe turns
and large bumps, especially with a loaded
vehicle.
Do not drive for a prolonged period on
dry pavement.
Observe the traction device
manufacturer’s instructions on the method
of installation, operating speed, and
conditions for use. Always use the
suggested operating speed of the device
manufacturer’s if it is less than 30 mph
(48 km/h).
Do not use traction devices on a
compact spare tire.
Driving In Flooded Area
Note: Do not drive the vehicle on
flooded roads as it could cause short
circuit of electrical/electronic parts, or
water enters the engine and causes it
to lock up (hydro-lock) and stall. If the
vehicle has been immersed in water
contact your Authorized Dealer.
Although your vehicle is capable of
driving through shallow standing water,
consider the following Cautions and
Warnings before doing so.
Warning!
Driving through standing water limits
your vehicle’s traction capabilities. Do not
exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when driving
through standing water.
Driving through standing water limits
your vehicle’s braking capabilities, which
increases stopping distances. Therefore,
after driving through standing water, drive
slowly and lightly press on the brake pedal
several times to dry the brakes.
Failure to follow these warnings may
result in injuries that are serious or fatal to
you, your passengers, and others around
you.
Caution!
Always check the depth of the standing
water before driving through it. Never drive
through standing water that is deeper than
the bottom of the tire rims mounted on the
vehicle.
Determine the condition of the road or
the path that is under water and if there are
any obstacles in the way before driving
through the standing water.
Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when
driving through standing water. This will
minimize wave effects.
Driving through standing water may
cause damage to your vehicle’s drivetrain
components. Always inspect your vehicle’s
fluids (i.e., engine oil, transmission, axle,
etc.) for signs of contamination (i.e., fluid
that is milky or foamy in appearance) after
driving through standing water. Do not
continue to operate the vehicle if any fluid
appears contaminated, as this may result
in further damage. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Getting water inside your vehicle’s
engine can cause it to lock up and stall out,
and cause serious internal damage to the
engine. Such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Overloading
Note:Be careful not to overload your
vehicle. The gross axle weight rating
(GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight
rating (GVWR) of the vehicle are on the
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on
the driver's door frame. Exceeding
these ratings can cause an accident or
vehicle damage. You can estimate the
weight of the load by weighing the
items (or people) before putting them in
the vehicle.
Driving On Uneven Road
Your vehicle's suspension and
underbody can be damaged if driven
on rough/uneven roads or over speed
bumps at excessive speeds.
Use care and reduce speed when
traveling on rough/uneven roads or over
speed bumps.
Use care not to damage the vehicle's
underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when
driving under the following conditions:
Ascending or descending a slope
with a sharp transition angle.
Ascending or descending a driveway
or trailer ramp with a sharp transition
angle.
This vehicle is equipped with low profile
tires allowing class-leading performance
and handling. As a result, the sidewall
of the tires are very thin and the tires
and wheels can be damaged if driven through potholes or on rough/uneven
roads at excessive speeds.
Use care and reduce speed when
traveling on rough/uneven roads or
through potholes.
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HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS . . . .183
REPLACING A BULB..........183
REPLACING FUSES ..........194
CHANGINGAWHEEL ........202
TIRE SERVICE KIT ...........207
JUMPSTARTING............217
OVERHEATING .............219
TOWINGTHEVEHICLE........220
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HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS
Control
The hazard warning lights should
alwaysbeusedwhenyoustoponor
near a roadway in an emergency.
Push the hazard button to switch the
hazard warning lights on/off.
Note:
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic
hazard and that they must take extreme
caution when near it.When the switch is pushed, the hazard
warning lights are active and all
directional turn signals will flash on and
off to warn oncoming traffic of an
emergency. Push the switch a second
time to turn off the hazard warning
lights. The hazard warning indicator
lights in the instrument cluster will flash
simultaneously.
Note:
The turn signals do not work when
the hazard warning lights are on.
Check local regulations about the
use of hazard warning lights while the
vehicle is being towed to verify that it is
not in violation of the law.
If the brake pedal is depressed
while driving on slippery roads, the
emergency stop signal system could
operate causing all the turn and lane
change signals to flash.
While the emergency stop signal
system is operating, all the direction
indicators automatically flash rapidly to
caution the driver of a vehicle following
behind your vehicle of a sudden
braking situation.
REPLACING A BULB
General Instructions
Warning!
Before proceeding with the replacement
of the lamp wait for the exhaust pipes are
cool: DANGER OF BURNS!
Modifications or repair of the electrical
system performed incorrectly and without
taking into account the technical
characteristics can cause malfunctions
with the risk of fire.
Halogen lamps contain gas under
pressure, in the event of breakage be
careful of the projection of fragments of
glass.
Halogen lamps must be handled by
touching only the metallic part. If the
transparent bulb is in contact with the
fingers, reduces the intensity of the
emitted light and you can also affect the
life of the lamp. In case of accidental
contact, rub the bulb with a cloth
dampened with alcohol and allow to dry.
05031100-L12AHazard Warning Light Switch
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Before replacing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation.
Replace blown bulbs with others of
the same type and power.
After replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment.
To replace the bulb, contact your
Authorized Dealer.
When a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before replacing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the section on
“Replacing Fuses” in this chapter.
Caution!
Use the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.
Note:
When removing the lens or light unit
using a flathead screwdriver, make
sure that the flathead screwdriver does
not contact the interior terminal. If the
flathead screwdriver contacts the
terminal, a short circuit may occur.
When the weather is cold or damp
or after heavy rain or washing, the
surface of headlights or rear lights may
steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is a
natural phenomenon due to the
difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside of
the glass which does not indicate a
fault and does not compromise the
normal operation of lighting devices.
The mist disappears quickly when the
lights are turned on, starting from the
center of the diffuser, extending
progressively towards the edges.
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Replacement Bulbs
Light bulbsTypePower
Front position LED
–
Front side-maker lights (if equipped with Full-LED headlights) W5W5 W
Front positions/side-maker lights (if equipped with halogen headlights) WY5W5 W
High beam (if equipped with Full-LED headlights) LED–
High beam/Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (if equipped with halogen headlights) HB3 60 W
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (if equipped with Full-LED headlights) LED–
Low beam (if equipped with Full-LED headlights) LED–
Low beam (if equipped with halogen headlights) H1155 W
Front Direction indicator light WY21W21W
Side direction indicator light WY5W5 W
Fog light H1155 W
Rear position Lights LED–
Stop lights LED–
Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) LED–
Rear direction indicator light WY21W21 W
Rear Side marker W5W5 W
Reverse light W21W21 W
License plate light W5W5 W
Overhead Light 10 W
Trunk Lid Light 5W
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Light Bulbs
Front Lights
The bulbs are arranged as follows :Rear Lights
The bulbs are arranged as follows :
Replacing Exterior
Lights
Headlights (low beam)
(If Equipped with halogen bulb)
Proceed as follows:
1. If you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left.2. Make sure the ignition is placed in
the OFF mode, and the headlight
switch is off.
3. Remove the fasteners in the seven
locations and partially peel back the
mud guard
4. Turn the cover counterclockwise and
remove it, disconnect the connector
from the unit by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the
socket.
04110102-L38-008Head Lights
1 — High Beam with Daytime Running
Lights (DRL)/Position Light/Low
Beam/Side Marker
2 — Front Indicator Light
3 — Fog Light
04110102-L40-010Rear Lights
4 — Side Marker — If Equipped
5 — Position Light/Stop Light/Rear
Direction Indicator Light
6 — Reverse Light — If Equipped
7 — Third Stop Light
GUID-08020499000002Mud Guard
1 — Fasteners
2 — Mud Guard
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7. Install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Headlights (high beam) with
Daytime Running Lights
(If Equipped with LED Lamps)
Proceed as follows:
1. If you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left.
2. Make sure the ignition is placed in
the OFF mode, and the headlight
switch is off.
3. Remove the fasteners in the seven
locations and partially peel back the
mud guard.
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
5. Turn the cover counterclockwise and
remove it, disconnect the connector
from the unit by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector.
6. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
7. Disconnect the bulb from the
socket.8. Install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Front Direction Indicator Lights
Proceed as follows:
1. If you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left.
2. Make sure the ignition is switched
off, and the headlight switch is off.
3. Remove the fasteners in the five
locations and partially peel back the
mud guard.
4. Disconnect the connector from the
unit by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector rearward.
GUID-08020499000010Head Lamp Assembly
1 — High Beam Lamp
2 — Position Lamp
3 — Daytime Running Lamp
GUID-07031501206002Mud Guard
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5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the
socket.7. Install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Fog Lights
Proceed as follows:
1. If you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left.
2. Make sure the ignition is switched
off, and the headlight switch is off.
3. Remove the fasteners in the five
locations and partially peel back the
mud guard.
4. Disconnect the connector from the
unit by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise, extract the bulb and
remove it;
6. Disconnect the bulb from the
socket.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Brake lights / Tail lights
Go to your authorized dealer when the
replacement of this lights is necessary.Side Direction Indicator Lights
Proceed as follows:
1. Make sure the ignition is placed in
the OFF mode, and the headlight
switch is off.
2. If you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left.
3. Remove the fasteners in the five
locations and partially peel back the
mud guard.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector.
5. Remove the lens assembly by
pressing the tab on the unit with your
finger and pulling the unit forward to
compress in the internal catch, then pull
the cluster outwards.
6. Lift up the lens assembly, and then
remove the cluster and install the new
side direction indicator lens assembly in
the reverse order of the removal
procedure.
07031501-207-001Front Direction Indicator Housing
1 — Socket Assembly
2 — Bulb
GUID-07031501208002Direction Indicator Lamp Connector
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