ECU FIAT 500 ABARTH 2016 2.G Owner's Guide

access this information to assist with the diagnosis and
service of your vehicle and emissions system.
WARNING!
•ONLY an authorized service technician should con-
nect equipment to the OBD II connection port in
order to diagnose or service your vehicle.
• If unauthorized equipment is connected to the
OBD II connection port, such as a driver-behavior
tracking device, it may:
• Be possible that vehicle systems, including
safety related systems, could be impaired or a
loss of vehicle control could occur that may result
in an accident involving serious injury or death.
• Access, or allow others to access, information
stored in your vehicle systems, including per-
sonal information. For further information, refer to “Cybersecurity” in the
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” section.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass
an inspection of your vehicle’s emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle registration.
For states that require an Inspection and Mainte-
nance (I/M), this check verifies the “Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not
on when the engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready. The OBD II
system may notbe ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery or a battery replace-
ment. If the OBD II system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may fail the test.
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A/C Air Filter
WARNING!
Do not remove the A/C air filter while the vehicle is
running, or while the ignition is in the ACC or
ON/RUN mode. With the A/C air filter removed and
the blower operating, the blower can contact hands
and may propel dirt and debris into your eyes,
resulting in personal injury.
The A/C air filter is located in the fresh air inlet on the
lower right of center console. Perform the following
procedure to replace the filter:
1. Remove the Torx screw that secures the passenger side console closeout cover. 2. Pull the console closeout cover rearward to disengage
the front retaining tab and remove the cover.
Torx Screw Location
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3. Remove the two 5.5 mm screws (1 and 2) that securethe particulate air filter cover to the HVAC housing. 4. Remove the A/C air filter by pulling it straight out of
the housing. Take note of the air filter position indica-
tors.
Console Closeout PanelAir Filter Cover Screw Locations
356 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!
•Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake
fluid. Refer to “Fluids, Lubricants, And Genuine
Parts” in “Maintaining Your Vehicle” for further
information. Using the wrong type of brake fluid
can severely damage your brake system and/or
impair its performance. The proper type of brake
fluid for your vehicle is also identified on the
original factory installed hydraulic master cylinder
reservoir.
• To avoid contamination from foreign matter or
moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has
been in a tightly closed container. Keep the master
cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times. Brake
fluid in a open container absorbs moisture from the
air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
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WARNING! (Continued)
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or pro-
longed braking, resulting in sudden brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in
spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing
the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can also
damage painted and vinyl surfaces, care should be
taken to avoid its contact with these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to contaminate
the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be
damaged, causing partial or complete brake failure.
This could result in a collision.
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)............365
Adding Fuel ............................ .302
Adding Washer Fluid ..................... .360
Additives, Fuel .......................... .299
AirBag.................................40 Advance Front Air Bag .................40, 42
Air Bag Operation .......................43
Air Bag Warning Light ....................52
Driver Knee Air Bag ......................44
Enhanced Accident Response ................50
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .................54
FrontAirBag...........................40
If A Deployment Occurs ...................49
Knee Impact Bolsters .....................44
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ............53
Air Bag Deployment ........................40
Air Bag Light ...................... .52, 77, 150
Air Bag Maintenance .......................53
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . . .351 Air Conditioner Maintenance
.................353
Air Conditioning ......................... .213
Air Conditioning Controls ...................213
Air Conditioning Filter .....................355
Air Conditioning, Operating Tips ..............221
Air Conditioning Refrigerant ..............353, 354
Air Conditioning System .............213, 216, 353
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ .276
Alarm Disarm The System .......................15
Vehicle Security Alarm ....................15
Alarm (Security Alarm) ......................15
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ...............8
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............364, 393
Capacities ........................... .393
Disposal ............................. .366
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................254
Anti-Lock Warning Light .................171, 172
Appearance Care ........................ .373
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Cooling System.......................... .363
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ...............365
Coolant Level ..................... .363, 367
Disposal Of Used Coolant .................366
Drain, Flush, And Refill ...................363
Inspection ........................... .367
Points To Remember ..................366, 367
Pressure Cap ......................... .366
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) .........364, 394
Corrosion Protection ...................... .373
Cruise Light ......................... .175, 177
Cupholders ............................ .127
Customer Assistance ...................... .404
Customer Programmable Features .............197
Data Recorder, Event .......................54
Daytime Running Lights ....................102
Dealer Service ........................... .347
Defroster, Windshield ....................77, 215 Diagnostic System, Onboard
.................344
Dipsticks Automatic Transmission ..................372
Disarming, Security System ...................15
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ................366
Door Ajar .......................... .159, 160
Door Ajar Light ...................... .159, 160
Door Locks ..............................21
Door Locks, Automatic ......................23
Downshifting ........................... .234
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water ............................... .246
Electrical Power Outlets .....................123
Electric Remote Mirrors ......................89
Electronic Brake Control System ...............254
Brake Assist System .....................255
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Seat Belt Maintenance..................... .380
Seat Belt Reminder .........................29
Seat Belts ............................ .28, 77
Child Restraint ..........................55
Extender ..............................35
Front Seat ....................... .28, 30, 33
Inspection .............................77
Operating Instructions ....................33
Pregnant Women ........................36
Pretensioners ...........................37
Rear Seat ..............................30
Reminder ............................ .151
Untwisting Procedure .....................35
Seats ...................................91
Adjustment ............................91
Heated ...............................95
Security Alarm Disarm The System .......................15
Security Alarm ..........................15 Selection Of Oil
......................... .349
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ....................13
Service Assistance ........................ .404
Service Contract ......................... .406
Service Manuals ......................... .408
Shift Lever Override ...................... .337
Shift Speeds, Manual Transmission .............234
Shoulder Belts ............................30
Signals, Turn ...................... .79, 102, 174
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ...................287
Snow Tires ............................. .279
Spare Tire ....................... .280, 281, 282
Spark Plugs ............................ .394
Specifications Oil................................. .349
Speed Control Accel/Decel ...........................113
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................110
Sport Mode ............................ .251
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Rotation............................. .287
Safety ........................... .263, 274
Sizes ............................... .264
Snow Tires ........................... .279
Spare Tire ..................... .280, 281, 282
Spinning ............................ .283
Tread Wear Indicators ....................283
Tire Safety Information .....................263
Tire Service Kit . . . .310, 311, 312, 315, 316, 318, 319, 320
To Open Hood ............................98
Towing ............................... .304
Disabled Vehicle ....................... .338
Recreational .......................... .304
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ...........304
Traction ............................... .245
Traction Control ......................... .256
Trailer Towing .......................... .304
Transaxle Automatic .............................11 Transmission
........................... .371
Automatic ........................ .235, 371
Fluid ............................... .371
Manual ............................. .232
Transmitter Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . .19
Transporting Pets ..........................74
Tread Wear Indicators ..................... .283
Turn Signals ......................... .102, 174
UCI Connector .......................... .195
Uniform Tire Quality Grades .................409
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) Connector . . . .195
Unleaded Gasoline ....................... .297
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ................35
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .............7
Vehicle Loading ......................... .270
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ...............8
Vehicle Security Alarm Disarming ..............15
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