warning FIAT 124 SPIDER ABARTH 2017 2.G Owner's Guide

Operating The System
Press the programmed HomeLink
button to operate a programmed
device.
The code will continue being
transmitted for a maximum of
20 seconds.
Reprogramming The
System
To program a device to HomeLink using
a HomeLink button previously trained,
follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired
HomeLink button.DO NOTrelease the
button;
2. The indicator light will begin to flash
after 20 seconds. Without releasing the
HomeLink button, proceed with
“Programming” - step one.
Erasing Programmed
Homelink Buttons
To erase the existing programming from
all three operating channels, press and
hold the two outside buttons 1 and
3 on the auto-dimming mirror until the
HomeLink indicator light begins to flash
after approximately 10 seconds.
Verify that the programming has been
erased when you resell the vehicle.
INTERNAL
EQUIPMENT
Storage Compartments
Center Console
The center console is located between
the driver and passenger seats.
Warning!
Keep storage compartments closed when
driving. Driving with the storage
compartments open is dangerous. To
reduce the possibility of injury in an
accident or a sudden stop, keep the
storage compartments closed when
driving.
Caution!
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the
storage compartments while parked under
the sun. A lighter could explode or the
plastic material in eyeglasses could deform
and crack from high temperature.
Seat Side Compartment
The seat side compartment is located
between the seats above the cupholder
slots.
06040706-12A-001Center Console Lid
06040717-121-001Seat Side Compartment
1 — Release Handle
2 — Key Hole
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ignition is switched off (interior lights
turn off a few seconds).
In addition, if the following operations
are performed after turning the interior
lights off, they will turn on again:
The ignition is switched to a position
other than OFF.
A door is opened.
A door is unlocked.
The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Accessory Socket
The accessory socket is located deep
in the back of the footwell on the
passenger side.
Only use genuine FCA accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
12V (120 W, 10A). The ignition must be switched to ACC
or ON.
To prevent accessory socket damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
Do not use accessories that require
more than 12V (120 W, 10A).
Do not use accessories that are not
genuine FCA accessories or the
equivalent.
Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent foreign
objects and liquids from getting into the
accessory socket.
Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
Do not insert the cigarette lighter into
the accessory socket.
Noise may occur on the audio
playback depending on the device
connected to the accessory socket.
Depending on the device connected
to the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected,
which could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem
is resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off. If the
problem is not resolved, contact an
Authorized Dealership. Note:
To prevent discharging of the
battery, do not use the socket for long
periods with the engine off or idling.
Warning!
To avoid serious injury or death:Only devices designed for use in this
type of outlet should be inserted into any
12 Volt outlet.
Do not touch with wet hands.
Close the lid when not in use and while
driving the vehicle.
If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause
an electric shock and failure.
06040400-L12-002Accessory Socket
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Cupholders — If
Equipped
Cupholders are available and can be
inserted in the center console on the
passenger side and the rear area of the
center console.
Warning!
Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving. Using a cup
holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle
is moving is dangerous. If the contents
spill, you could be burned.
Caution!
Do not place plastic bottles without
caps in the cup holders. Otherwise, the
contents may spill while the vehicle is
being driven.
Do not place excessive weight on the
cup holders such as by resting your hands
or elbows on them. Otherwise, the cup
holders could be damaged.
If a passenger is present, install the
front cup holder to the rear console.
Otherwise, a knee might hit it and cause
the contents to spill.
Removing Cup Holders
Use both hands when removing the
cup holder. Installing Cupholders
When installing a cupholder, insert it
firmly into the installation hole and make
sure that it is secured in place.
The front cupholder can be removed
and installed to the rear console.GUID-06040500L21002Cupholders
1 — Front Cup Holder
2 — Rear Cup Holder (If Equipped)
06040500-J12AEC1-001Removing Cupholders
06040500-J12AEC2-001Installing Cupholders
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The rear cupholder is designed for use
on the rear console and cannot be
installed to the front side.
Windblocker
This windblocker reduces rear wind
coming into the cabin when driving with
the convertible top down.
TRUNK LID
Opening
Warning!
Before opening the trunk lid, remove
any snow and ice accumulation on it.
Otherwise, the trunk lid could close under
the weight of the snow and ice resulting in
injury.
Be careful when opening/closing the
trunk lid during strong winds. If a strong
gust blows against the trunk lid, it could
close suddenly resulting in injury.
Fully open the trunk lid and make sure
that it stays open. If the trunk lid is only
opened partially, it could slam shut by
vibration or wind gusts resulting in injury.
When loading or unloading luggage in
the trunk, turn off the engine. Otherwise,
you could get burned by the heat of the
exhaust gas.
06040500-L25-002Correct Cupholder Placement
06040500-L26-001Incorrect Cupholder Placement
06041000-12A-003Windblocker
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Trunk Safety Warning
Warning!
Do not allow children to have access to the
trunk, either by climbing into the trunk from
outside, or through the inside of the
vehicle. Always close the trunk lid when
your vehicle is unattended. Once in the
trunk, young children may not be able to
escape, even if they entered through the
rear seat. If trapped in the trunk, children
can die from suffocation or heat stroke.
HOOD
Opening The Hood
Proceed as follows:
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to open the hood.2. Insert your hand into the hood
opening, slide the latch lever to the
right, and lift up the hood.
07030201-L12-001Releasing The Hood Latch
1 — Hood Release Handle
07030201-122-001Sliding The Latch Lever To The
Right
2 — Latch Lever
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3. Pull up support rod from the clip,
then insert it in the support rod hole
indicated by the arrow to hold the hood
open.Closing The Hood
Proceed as follows:
1. Check under the hood area to make
certain all filler caps are in place and all
loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers,
etc.) have been removed.
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area
on the support rod, and secure the
support rod in the prop rod clip. Verify
that the support rod is secured in the
clip before closing the hood.
3. Lower the hood slowly to a height of
about 8 inches (20 cm) above its closed
position and then let it drop.
Warning!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is
in motion and block your vision. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
Caution!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam
the hood to close it. Lower hood to
approximately 8 inches (20 cm) and drop
the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle
unless hood is fully closed, with both
latches engaged.
CONVERTIBLE TOP
(SOFT TOP)
Lowering The
Convertible Top
Warning!
Do not sit on the folded convertible top,
otherwise the convertible top could be
damaged or you may fall off and be injured.
Proceed as follows:
1. Make sure the parking brake is
applied and the engine is off.
2. Make sure there are no objects
which have been placed in the area
where the convertible top is to be
retracted.
3. Push forward on the release latch.
There is a red indicator showing that
the latch is open.
07030201-130-888Support Rod Location
3 — Support Rod
07030201-123-002Inserting Support Rod Into Hole
4 — Support Rod Hole
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Warning!
Always keep your hands and fingers
away from the fastening mechanisms when
moving the convertible top: it is dangerous
to place your hands or fingers near the
fastening mechanisms. Your hands or
fingers could be caught and injured by the
mechanism.
Sit in the seat with the seat belt
correctly fastened when the vehicle is
moving: standing in the vehicle, or sitting
on the convertible top storage area or
center console when the vehicle is moving
is a dangerous way to ride. During a
sudden manoeuvre or collision you could
be seriously injured or even killed.
Raising The Convertible
To p
Proceed as follows:
1. Make sure the parking brake is
applied and the engine is turned off.
2. Pull the unlock lever upward to
disengage the lock.
3. Standing outside of the vehicle, hold
the convertible top along the front edge
and pull it towards the vehicle front. To
raise the convertible top from inside the
vehicle, use the convertible top
handles. 4. Sitting in a seat, grasp the
convertible top handles, and push the
convertible top against the windshield.
Make sure the striker engages with the
anchor, move the top latch slowly, and
then push the top latch upward until a
latching sound is heard.
04110102-126-001Retracted Convertible Top
04110103-121-004Unlock Lever Location
1 — Unlock Lever
04110103-L23-002Convertible Handle Location
2 — Convertible Top Handles
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Secure all loose objects inside before
driving with the convertible top down.
To help prevent theft or vandalism
and to ensure that the passenger
compartment stays dry, close the
convertible top securely and lock both
doors when leaving the vehicle.
The soft top is made of high quality
material and if it is not maintained
correctly, the material could harden,
becomes stained, or have an uneven
gloss.
Lowering the convertible top while
it's wet can also cause water to drip
into the cabin.
The power windows go down
automatically in conjunction with the
convertible top opening/closing.
However, this is a function for improving
the operability, and it does not mean
there is a problem. If the vehicle battery
is disconnected for vehicle maintenance
or other reasons, the power windows
will not go down automatically. If the
power windows do not go down, the
automatic open/close mechanism for
the windows must be reset.
The windblocker reduces the amount
of wind coming into the cabin from
behind when driving with the
convertible top opened.
Before starting the vehicle make sure
the convertible top is correctly locked.
Caution!
Before opening the convertible top,
make sure the rear window defroster
switch is turned off. Otherwise the heat
generated from the window defroster
could damage the convertible top and the
internal material.
Make sure nothing is on the convertible
top or near the back window when raising
or lowering the convertible top. Even small
objects may interfere and cause damage.
Do not drive through an automatic car
wash; it may damage the convertible top.
Do not raise or lower the convertible top
when the temperature is below 41 °F
(5 °C); this will damage the convertible top
material.
Do not lower the convertible top when
it's wet. If the convertible top dries while
folded, it will deteriorate and mold.
Do not raise or lower the convertible top
in a strong wind as it could damage the
convertible top or cause an unexpected
accident.
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING
Power Steering
Electric power steering is only operable
when the engine is running.
If the engine is off or if the power
steering system is inoperable, you can
still steer, but it requires more physical
effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual
during normal driving or the steering
vibrates, contact your Authorized
Dealer.
The
warning light notifies the driver
of system abnormalities and operation
conditions.
Note: Never hold the steering wheel to
the extreme left or right for more than
five seconds with the engine running.
This could damage the power steering
system.
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ENVIRONMENT
PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
Emission Control System
This vehicle is equipped with an
emission control system (the catalytic
converter is part of this system) that
enables the vehicle to comply with
existing exhaust emissions
requirements.
Ignoring the following precautions could
cause lead to accumulate on the
catalyst inside the converter or cause
the converter to get very hot. Either
condition will damage the converter and
cause poor performance:
USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
Do not drive your vehicle with any
sign of engine malfunction.
Do not coast with the ignition off.
Do not descend steep grades in gear
with the ignition off.
Do not operate the engine at high
idle for more than two minutes.
Do not tamper with the emission
control system. All inspections and
adjustments must be made by your
Authorized Dealer.
Do not push-start or pull-start your
vehicle.
Under U.S. federal law, any modification
to the original-equipment emission control system before the first sale and
registration of a vehicle is subject to
penalties. In some states, such
modification made on a used vehicle is
also subject to penalties.
While the engine is off, the sound of a
valve opening and closing can be heard
at the rear of the vehicle, however this
does not indicate an abnormality. The
vehicle has a self-checking device and
it operates while the engine is off.
Warning!
A hot exhaust system can start a fire if you
park over materials that can burn. Such
materials might be grass or leaves coming
into contact with your exhaust system. Do
not park or operate your vehicle in areas
where your exhaust system can contact
anything that can burn.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM — OBD II...........77
CONTROL PANEL AND
INSTRUMENTS..............78
MAINTENANCE MONITOR —
IF EQUIPPED ...............85
FUEL ECONOMY MONITOR —
IF EQUIPPED ...............87
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES ................89
PERSONALIZATION FEATURES . .107
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