FIAT 500 ABARTH 2016 2.G Owners Manual

problems the first time, using step-by-step troubleshoot-
ing and drivability procedures, proven diagnostic tests
and a complete list of all tools and equipment.
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quaint you with specific FCA US LLC vehicles. Included
are starting, operating, emergency and maintenance pro-
cedures as well as specifications, capabilities and safety
tips.
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TIRE QUALITY GRADES
The following tire grading categories were established by
the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The
specific grade rating assigned by the tire’s manufacturer
in each category is shown on the sidewall of the tires on
your vehicle.
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal
safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative rating, based on
the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
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significantly from the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices, and differences in road charac-
teristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and
concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat, when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of performance, which all
passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel, than the minimum required by law.
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WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for
a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive load-
ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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INDEX
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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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Audio Systems (Radio).....................194
Automatic Dimming Mirror ...................88
Automatic Door Locks ......................23
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ..........216
Automatic Transaxle ........................11
Automatic Transmission ..............235, 371, 373
Adding Fluid ...................... .372, 373
Fluid And Filter Changes ..................373
Fluid Change ......................... .373
Fluid Level Check ...................... .372
Fluid Type ........................... .396
Gear Ranges .......................... .238
Special Additives ...................... .372
Autostick .............................. .243
Battery ............................ .155, 352
Charging System Light ...................155
Jump Starting ......................... .331
Keyless Transmitter Replacement (RKE) ........19Belts, Seat
...............................77
Body Mechanism Lubrication .................357
B-Pillar Location ......................... .269
Brake Assist System ...................... .255
Brake Fluid ......................... .394, 396
Brake, Parking .......................... .249
Brakes ................................ .368
Brake System ........................ .253, 368
Anti-Lock (ABS) ....................... .254
Master Cylinder ....................... .369
Parking ............................. .249
Warning Light ........................ .153
Brake/Transmission Interlock .................236
Bulb Replacement ..................... .388, 389
Bulbs, Light .......................... .79, 388
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..........393
Capacities, Fluid ......................... .393
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Caps, FillerFuel ................................ .302
Oil (Engine) .......................... .350
Carbon Monoxide Warning ................76, 301
Cargo Area Features ...................... .129
Car Washes ............................ .374
Cellular Phone .......................... .213
Chains, Tire ............................ .287
Changing A Flat Tire ...................... .323
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................ .264
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .345
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ...............75
Checks, Safety ............................75
Child Restraint ............................55
Child Restraints Booster Seats ...........................60
Child Restraints .........................55
Child Seat Installation .....................71
How To Stow An Unused ALR Seat Belt ........68Infants And Child Restraints
................58
Install A LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint ....67
Installing Child Restraints Using The Vehicle Seat
Belt ..................................69
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .......62
Older Children And Child Restraints ..........58
Seating Positions ........................61
Clean Air Gasoline ....................... .298
Cleaning Wheels .............................. .375
Climate Control ......................... .213
Clutch ................................ .369
Clutch Fluid ............................ .369
Compact Spare Tire ....................... .281
Connector UCI................................ .195
Universal Consumer Interface (UCI) ..........195
Contract, Service ......................... .406
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................... .393
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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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Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control)........110
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..............257
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........156
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) ......178
Exit Trip ............................. .182
NewTrip ............................ .182
Start Of Trip Procedure ...................182
Trip Computer ........................ .181
Trip Functions ........................ .183
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher ..................309
Jacking .............................. .323
Jump Starting ......................... .331
Towing ............................. .338
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........345
Engine Air Cleaner .......................... .351
Break-In Recommendations .................74
Checking Oil Level ..................... .348Compartment
......................... .343
Cooling ............................. .363
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................76, 301
Fails To Start ......................... .231
Flooded, Starting ...................... .231
Fuel Requirements ..................... .297
Oil ............................. .348, 393
Oil Filler Cap ......................... .350
Oil Filter ............................ .350
Oil Selection ...................... .349, 394
Overheating .......................... .309
Starting ............................. .229
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............50
Ethanol ............................... .298
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission Fluid Type ........................... .371
Event Data Recorder ........................54
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................76, 301
Exhaust System ....................... .76, 360
418 INDEX