FIAT 500 ABARTH 2012 2.G Owner's Manual

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 a collision. Always leave the Electronic Speed
Control system off when you are not using it.
• Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your vehicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you
could lose control. A collision could be the result. Do not use Electronic Speed
Control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered or
slippery.
POWER WINDOWS
• Power windows can be operated withthe ignition in the ON/RUN position and
for two minutes after the key has been
removed.
• The controls for the power windows are located on either side of the gear lever.
• Both windows have an Auto Down feature. Push the switch down past the
detent and release to fully lower the
window.
• Pull the switch upward to close the window.
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the recirculation off.
• Recirculation is not allowed in defrost, floor, defrost/floor (mix) modes.
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– Air intake from outside
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– Internal air recirculation
Heated Mirrors
• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever you turn on the rear window defroster.
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AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC)
Automatic Operation
• Push the AUTO button.
• Select the desired temperature by pushing the temperature control buttons.
• The system will maintain the set temperature automatically.
Air Recirculation
• Use recirculation for maximum A/C operation.
• For window defogging, turn the air recirculation button off.
Heated Mirrors
• The mirrors are heated to melt frost or ice. This feature is activated whenever youturn on the rear window defroster.
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SPORT MODE
• The Sport mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases ineffort and throttle pedal-to-engine response.
• Sport driving mode is useful while driving on winding roads where more steering precision is desired.
• Press the SPORT button, located above the climate controls, to activate
the Sport mode.
• Once activated, a SPORT message will be displayed in the instrument cluster.
• Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.
• Press the accelerator pedal again to activate.
NOTE:
• For maximum aerodynamics and handling, your vehicle has a lowered ride height.
• Use caution when entering steep driveways and parking spaces to prevent damage.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
• Never shift into REVERSE until the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
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POWER SUNROOF
• The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console.
To Open
• Press and hold the power sunroof switch rearward for approximately two secondsand the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Press the switch a second time and
hold for approximately one second and release, the sunroof will open fully, then stop
automatically. This is called “Express Open”. During Express Open operation, any
movement of the sunroof switch will stop the sunroof.
To Close
• With the sunroof in the full open position, pull the power sunroof button and hold itfor approximately one second, the sunroof will return to the vented position. Pull the
switch a second time and hold for approximately two seconds to completely close
the sunroof.
Pinch Protect Feature
• This feature will detect an obstruction in the opening of the sunroof during ExpressClose operation. If an obstruction in the path of the sunroof is detected, the sunroof
will automatically retract. Remove the obstruction if this occurs. Next, press the
switch forward and release to Express Close.
NOTE: If three consecutive sunroof close attempts result in Pinch Protect reversals, the
fourth close attempt will be a Manual Close movement with Pinch Protect disabled.
Sun Shade
• For vehicles equipped with a power sunroof, there is a sun shade that can be open or closed. To open the sun shade press the tab and move the shade to a full open
position.
WARNING!
• Never leave children in a vehicle with the key in the ignition switch. Occupants,particularly unattended children, can become entrapped by the power sunroof
while operating the power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may result in
serious injury or death.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seat
belt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured.
• Do not allow small children to operate the sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body parts, or any object to project through the sunroof opening. Injury
may result.
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WIND BUFFETING
• Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffetingoccurs with the windows down, adjust one or both windows up or down slightly.
• If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window. This will minimize buffeting.
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COLD WEATHER OPERATION (Engine Block
Heater)
Engine Block Heater
• To prevent possible engine damage while starting at low temperatures, this vehiclewill inhibit engine cranking when the ambient temperature is less than –22° F (–30°
C) and the oil temperature sensor reading indicates an engine block heater has not
been used. An externally-powered electric engine block heater is available as
optional equipment or from your authorized dealer.
• The message "plug in engine heater" will be displayed in the instrument cluster when the ambient temperature is below 5° F (–15° C) at the time the engine is shut off as a
reminder to avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start.
CAUTION!
• Use of the recommended SAE 5W-40 synthetic engine oil and adhering to theprescribed oil change intervals is important to prevent engine damage and
ensure satisfactory starting in cold conditions.
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get it started. Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter and once the engine has started, ignite and
damage the converter and vehicle.
• To prevent damage to the starter, do not continuously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying again.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the throttle body air inlet opening
in an attempt to start the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing serious
personal injury.
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YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM
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AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND SIRIUS
XM™ SATELLITE RADIO
Seek Up/Down Buttons
• Press the right or left arrows to seek through radio stations in AM or FM bands.Seek through tracks in CD.
• Hold either button to bypass stations without stopping.
Tune Up/Down Buttons
• Press the up or down arrows to manually search through radio stations in AM or FM bands. Fast Forward or Fast Rewind through a CD track.
Audio Settings
• Press the AUDIO button, then press the up and down arrows to select BASS,TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE. To adjust a setting, use the right and left arrows.
TUNER
• Press the Tuner button to select between AM, FM, SAT (Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio)modes.
Info
• Press the Info button to view Song, Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist, Folder information(if available) in CD, Media Player and Sirius XM™ Satellite Radio (if so equipped).
Also, the Info button to toggles RDS information in FM mode.
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