cruise control FIAT 500 ABARTH 2012 2.G Owners Manual

The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the
right side of the steering wheel.
NOTE:In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-
tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut
down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at
the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic
Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired
vehicle set speed.
To Activate
Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator light in
the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system
off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The Cruise
Indicator light will turn off. The system should be turned
off when not in use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.
Speed Control Buttons
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 101

8. Generic Warning LightThe Generic Warning Light will illuminate if
any of the following conditions occur: Oil
Change Request, Engine Oil Pressure Sensor
Failure, External Light Failure, Fuel Cut-Off
Intervention, Fuel Cut-Off Not Available, Parking Sensor
Failure.
9. Air Bag Warning Light This light will turn on for four seconds as a
bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned to ON/RUN. If the light is either not on
during starting, stays on, or turns on while
driving, have the system inspected at an authorized
dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Occupant Restraints”
in “Things To Know Before Starting Your Vehicle” for
further information. 10. Cruise Indicator — If Equipped
This indicator shows that the Speed Control
system is on.
11. Seat Belt Reminder Light When the ignition switch is first turned to ON/
RUN, this light will turn on if the driver’s seat belt
is unbuckled, a chime will sound. When driving, if
the driver’s seat belt remains unbuckled, the Seat Belt
Reminder Light will illuminate and the chime will sound.
Refer to “Occupant Restraints” in “Things To Know
Before Starting Your Vehicle” for further information.
12. Charging System Light This light shows the status of the electrical charg-
ing system. The light should come on when the
ignition switch is first turned to ON/RUN and remain on
briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or comes on
while driving, turn off some of the vehicle’s non-essential
126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

ConnectorUCI .............................. 176
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ....... 176
Contract, Service ........................ 334
Coolant (Antifreeze) ................... 314,315
Cooling System ......................... 292
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ............. 293
Coolant Level .................... 292,295
Disposal of Used Coolant ............... 295
Drain, Flush, and Refill ................ 292
Inspection .......................... 295
Points to Remember ................ 294,296
Pressure Cap ........................ 294
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) .......... 292
Corrosion Protection ..................... 300
Cruise Light ........................... 126
Cupholders ............................ 115
Customer Assistance ..................... 332 Data Recorder, Event
...................... 52
Daytime Running Lights ................... 92
Dealer Service .......................... 278
Defroster, Windshield ................66,182,188
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................ 276
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ............. 295
Engine Oil ......................... 282
Door Locks ............................. 19
Door Locks, Automatic .................... 21
Driving On Slippery Surfaces .................. 199
Through Flowing, Rising, or Shallow Standing
Water ............................. 200
Electric Remote Mirrors .................... 74
Electrical Power Outlets ................... 112
Electronic Brake Control System ............. 207
Anti-Lock Brake System ................ 207
344 INDEX

Brake Assist System................... 207
Traction Control System ................ 208
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...... 100
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 210
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) .... 135
Emergency, In Case of Hazard Warning Flasher ............... 248
Jacking ............................ 259
Jump Starting ....................... 266
Towing ............................ 271
Emission Control System Maintenance ......... 276
Engine Break-In Recommendations .............. 63
Checking Oil Level ................... 280
Compartment ....................... 275
Cooling ........................... 292
Exhaust Gas Caution ................65,242
Fails to Start ........................ 198
Flooded, Starting ..................... 198 Fuel Requirements
.................... 238
Oil ......................... 280,314,315
Oil Change Interval ................... 280
Oil Filler Cap ....................... 281
Oil Filter ........................... 315
Oil Selection ........................ 281
Overheating ........................ 248
Starting ........................... 196
Temperature Gauge ................... 133
Enhanced Accident Response Feature .......... 47
Event Data Recorder ...................... 52
Exhaust Gas Caution ................. 24,65,242
Exhaust System ....................... 65,289
Exterior Lights .......................... 68
Filler Location Fuel ...................... 135
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... 282
Engine Oil ....................... 282,315
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INDEX 345

Rotation, Tires.......................... 232
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................. 66
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle ............... 68
Safety Defects, Reporting .................. 335
Safety Information, Tire ................... 214
Safety Tips ............................. 64
Safety, Exhaust Gas ....................... 65
Schedule, Maintenance .................... 318
Seat Belt Maintenance .................... 305
Seat Belt Reminder ....................... 35
Seat Belts .............................. 66
And Pregnant Women .................. 37
Child Restraint ..................... 53,54
Front Seat .......................... 27
Inspection .......................... 66
Pretensioners ........................ 35
Rear Seat ........................... 27
Seat Belts (Sedan) ........................ 24 Seats
................................. 84
Adjustment ......................... 84
Heated ............................. 87
Selection of Oil ......................... 281
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ................... 13
Service Assistance ....................... 332
Service Contract ......................... 334
Service Engine Soon Light (Malfunction
Indicator) ............................. 129
Service Manuals ........................ 336
Shoulder Belts ........................... 27
Side Airbag ............................. 46
Signals, Turn .......................... 68,93
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 199
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ................. 232
Specifications Oil ............................... 281
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...........100,126
Speedometer ........................... 135
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INDEX 351