ignition FIAT SPIDER ABARTH 2017 Owner's Manual

SEATS Manual Adjustment
Forward / Rearward
To move the seat forward or rearward,
pull the adjustment bar. Release the bar
once the desired position is reached.
Using body pressure, move forward
and rearward on the seat to be sure
that the seat adjusters have latched.
Height
To adjust the height for front edge of
the seat bottom, rotate the dial to the
desired position.
Seat Recline
To recline the seatback, lift up the
recline lever and lean back until the
desired position has been reached,
then release the lever. Make sure the lever returns to its original position and
the seatback is locked in place by
attempting to push it forward and
rearward.
Warning!Adjusting a seat while driving may be
dangerous. Moving a seat while driving
could result in loss of control which could
cause a collision and serious injury or
death.
Seats should be adjusted before
fastening the seat belts and while the
vehicle is parked. Serious injury or death
could result from a poorly adjusted seat
belt.
Do not ride with the seatback reclined
so that the shoulder belt is no longer
resting against your chest. In a collision you
could slide under the seat belt, which could
result in serious injury or death.
Heated Seats
On some models, the front driver and
passenger seats may be equipped with
heaters in both the seat cushions and
seatbacks. The controls for the front
heated seats are located on the center
instrument panel below the climate
controls.
The heated seats have three settings:
High, Medium, and Low. Push the
switch once to turn the heated seats on
High, twice for Medium, and three times for Low. Pushing the switch a fourth
time will turn the heated seat off.
Note:
If the ignition is switched OFF while
the seat warmer is operating (High,
Mid or Low), and then switched ON
again, the seat warmer will
automatically operate at the
temperature set before switching the
ignition OFF.
Use the seat warmer when the
engine is running. Leaving the seat
warmer on for long periods with the
engine not running could discharge the
battery.
The temperature of the seat warmer
cannot be adjusted beyond High, Mid
and Low.
Once a heat setting is selected,
heat will be felt within two to five
minutes.03010202-12A-003AB
Manual Seat Adjustment
1 — Adjustment Bar
2 — Height Dial
3 — Recline Lever 03010203-L12-002
Heated Seat Switches
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Inside Day / Night Mirror
Rear View Mirror Adjustment
Before driving, adjust the rear view
mirror to center on the view through the
rear window.
Note: Before adjusting the manual
mirror, place the mirror in the “day
driving position” (see below).
Reducing Glare From Headlights
1. Push the lever forward for day
driving (A position).
2. Pull the lever rearward to reduce
glare of headlights from vehicles at the
rear (B position). Automatic Dimming
Mirror — If Equipped
The automatic dimming mirror
automatically reduces glare of
headlights from vehicles at the rear
when the ignition is switched ON.
Push the off button ( O ) to cancel the
automatic dimming function. The
indicator light will turn off. Caution!To avoid damage to the mirror during
cleaning, never spray any cleaning solution
directly onto the mirror. Apply the solution
onto a clean cloth and wipe the mirror
clean.
Push the off button ( O )tocancelthe
automatic dimming function. The
indicator light will turn off.
To reactivate the automatic dimming
function, push the on button ( I ). The
indicator light will illuminate.04060102-ADJ-001
Manual Mirror Adjustment 04060102-MAN-002AB
Mirror Adjustment Lever
1 — Mirror Adjustment Lever
A — Day Driving Position
B — Reduced Glare Position 04060102-36E-666
Automatic Dimming Mirror Buttons
1—Off
2—On
3 — Light Sensor
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Note:
Do not use glass cleaner or
suspend objects on or around the light
sensor. Otherwise, light sensor
sensitivity will be affected and may not
operate normally.
The automatic dimming function is
canceled when the ignition is switched
ON and the gear selector is in
REVERSE. Power Mirrors
The ignition must be in the ACC or ON
position to adjust the outside power
mirrors.
Rotate the mirror switch to the lef t(L)
orright(R)to select which mirror to
adjust.
Push the mirror control switch in the
direction of the desired position.
After adjusting the mirror, lock the
control by rotating the switch to the
center position to prevent accidental
movements. Folding Mirrors
Manually fold the outside mirror
rearward until it is flush with the vehicle.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
driver side automatic-dimming mirror.
The automatic-dimming door mirror is
linked with the automatic-dimming
rearview mirror inside the vehicle to
automatically reduce headlight glare
from vehicles at the rear. Refer to
“Automatic Dimming Mirror” in this
section for further information.
Note: The passenger door mirror does
not have the automatic-dimming
feature.04060102-121-666
Light/Rain Sensor
2 — Light Sensor 04060101-L12-001
Power Mirror Switch
0 — Center Position
1 — Left Position
2 — Right Position 04060101-12R-001AB
Outside Folding Mirror
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Headlight Operation
Without Auto-Light Control Switch Position OFF Daytime Running Lights High Beams
Ignition Position ON ACC Or OFF ON ACC Or OFF ON ACC Or OFF
Headlights Off Off Off Off On Off
Daytime Running
Lights On Off Off Off Off Off
Tail Lights / Position Lights /
License Plate Lights /
Instrument Panel Illumination Off Off On On On
On
(*)
(*) If the driver's door is opened, or 30 seconds have elapsed with the lights turned on, the lights turn off.
With Auto-Light Control Switch Position OFF AUTO Daytime Running
Lights High Beams
Ignition Position ON ACC Or
OFF ON ACC Or
OFF ON ACC Or
OFF ON ACC Or
OFF
Headlights Off Off
Auto
(*) Off Off Off On Off
Daytime Running Lights On Off
Auto
(*) Off Off Off Off Off
Tail Lights / Position Lights / License Plate
Lights / Instrument Panel Illumination Off Off Auto On
(**) /
Off
(***) On On On
On
(****)
(*) The headlights and other light settings adjust automatically depending on the surrounding brightness detected by the sensor.
(**) While the lights are turned on, they will remain on even if the ignition is switched to a position other than ON. If the driver’s door is opened, or 30 seconds have
elapsed with the lights turned on, the lights turn off.
(***) When the ignition is switched to a position other than ON, the lights will not turn on even if the headlight switch is switched to AUTO.
(****) If the driver’s door is opened, or 30 seconds have elapsed with the lights turned on, the lights turn off.
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Daytime Running Lights
(DRL)
The daytime running lights turn on
automatically when the vehicle starts
moving.
They turn off when the parking brake is
engaged or the gear selector is shifted
to the PARK position (if equipped with
automatic transmission).
Note: In some markets, the daytime
running lights can be deactivated. Refer
to “Personalization Features” in “Getting
To Know Your Instrument Panel” for
further information.
High Beams
The headlights can be switched
between high and low beams by
pushing the headlight switch lever
forward for high beams, and pulling the
lever rearward to return to low beams.
When the headlight high beams are on,
the
high beam indicator is
illuminated in the instrument cluster.
Flash To Pass
You can signal another vehicle with your
headlights by partially pulling the
headlight lever toward the steering
wheel. This will cause the high beam
headlights to turn on until the lever is
released.
The
high beam indicator in the
instrument cluster illuminates while the
high beams are active. Automatic Lighting
When the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is
switched ON, the light sensor will
detect the surrounding light levels and
automatically turns the headlights, other
exterior lights and dashboard
illumination on or off.
Note: Do not shade the light sensor by
placing a sticker or a label on the
windshield. Otherwise the light sensor
will not operate correctly.
The light sensor also works as a rain
sensor for the auto-wiper control. Keep
hands and scrapers clear of the
windshield when the wiper lever is in
the AUTO position and the ignition is
switched ON, as fingers could be
pinched or the wipers and wiper blades
damaged when the wipers activate
automatically. If you are going to clean
the windshield, be sure the wipers are turned off completely when the engine
is running.
Note:
The headlights, other exterior lights
and dashboard lights may not turn off
immediately even if the surrounding
area becomes well-lit because the light
sensor determines that it is night time if
the surrounding area is continuously
dark for several minutes such as inside
long tunnels, traffic jams inside tunnels,
or in indoor parking lots. In this case,
the lights turn off if the light switch is
turned to the OFF position.
When the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is
switched to ACC or OFF, the
headlights, other exterior lights and
dashboard illumination will turn off.
The dashboard lights can be
adjusted by rotating the knob in the
instrument cluster. The day/night mode
can be changed by rotating the knob
until a beep sound is heard.
The sensitivity of the automatic
lightsmaybechangedbyan
authorized dealer.
Follow Me Home
The Follow Me Home Light System
turns on the headlights (low beams) for
a period of time after the ignition is
switched OFF. 05030101-12A-003
Light Sensor
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System Activation
With the ignition switched to ACC or
OFF, pull the headlight control lever
rearward and the low beam headlights
will turn on.
The headlights turn off after a period of
time after all doors are closed.
The time until the headlights turn off
after all of the doors are closed can be
changed through the Connect system.
The headlights turn off if the lever is
pulled again while the headlights are on,
or after three minutes of no further
action after the first pull of the lever.
Front Fog Lights
The front fog light can be activated
when the ignition is in the ON position
and the headlights or parking lights are
on.
Activation
Turn the headlight switch to the
or
position.
Rotate the fog light switch to the
position. The fog light indicator in the
instrument cluster illuminates while the
front fog lights are on.
Deactivation
Perform one of the following operations
to turn off the front fog lights:
Rotate the fog light switch to the OFF
position.
Turn the headlight switch to the OFF
position.
Switch the ignition to a position other
than ON.
The
fog light indicator in the
instrument cluster goes off when the
front fog light is turned off.
With Auto-Light Control
When the fog light switch is in
position and the headlight switch is in AUTO position, the front fog lights will
stay on.
Turn Signals
The ignition must be in the ON position
to use the turn signals and lane change
assist.
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn). The signal
will self-cancel after the turn is
completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.
The turn signal indicators (green)
in the instrument cluster flash
according to the operation of the turn
signal lever to show which signal is
active.
Note: If an indicator light stays on
without flashing or if it flashes
abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs
may be burned out.
Lane Change Assist
Move the lever halfway toward the
direction of the lane change (until the
indicator flashes) and hold it there. It will
return to the off position when released.
Three-Flash Turn Signal
After releasing the turn signal lever, the
turn signal indicator flashes three times.
The operation can be cancelled by
moving the lever in the direction
opposite to which it was operated. 05030101-132-001AB
Headlight Switch
1 — Headlight Switch
2 — Fog Light Switch
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The three-flash turn signal function can
be turned on or off using the
personalization function in the radio.
Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS) — If
Equipped
This system directs the main headlight
beams and adapts it to the driving
conditions around bends and turns,
continuously and automatically.
The system directs the headlight beam
to illuminate the road in the best way,
taking into account the speed of the
vehicle, the bend or corner angle and
the speed of steering.
The Adaptive Front Lighting System is
automatically activated when the
vehicle is started.
Leaving Home Light
System
The Leaving Home Light System turns
the headlights on when the unlock
button on the key fob is pushed while
away from the vehicle.
Activation
With the ignition switch in the OFF
position, and the headlight switch is in
the
or position, the
headlights will illuminate when the
unlock button on the key fob is pushed,
and the vehicle receives the signal.
The headlights turn off after
30 seconds. The following lights turn on when the
Leaving Home Light System is
operated: low beams/parking lights/tail
lights/license plate lights.
Operation of the Leaving Home Light
System can be turned on or off through
the Connect system.
When the lock button on the key fob
is pushed, and the vehicle receives the
signal, the headlights turn off.
When the headlight switch is in a
position other than
or ,the
headlights turn off.
Headlamp Leveling
System — If Equipped
On some models, the angle of the
headlights will be automatically adjusted
when turning on the headlights.
Adjusting The Headlight
When Abroad
Dipped headlights are adjusted for
driving in the country where the vehicle
was originally purchased.
When travelling in countries with
opposite driving direction, to avoid
flashing the drivers on the other side of
the road, you need to cover areas of
the headlight. For this operation contact
an authorized dealer. WINDSHIELD
WIPERS / WASHER Windshield Wipers And
Washer
The windshield wiper/washer lever is
located on the right side of the steering
wheel. The ignition must be in the ON
position to use these features.
Windshield Wipers
Activate the windshield wipers by
pushing the wiper lever up or down.
With Intermittent Wiper
Set the lever to the intermittent position
and choose the interval timing by
rotating the center switch.
Switch positions:
or MIST : operation while
pushing the lever upward
OFF : stop
--- or INT : intermittent operation
— or LO : low speed operation
= or HI : high speed operation
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With Auto-Wiper Control
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position, the rain sensor will sense the
amount of rainfall on the windshield and
turns the wipers on or off automatically
(off/intermittent/low speed/high speed).
Switch positions:
or MIST : operation while
pulling up lever
OFF : stop
AUTO : auto control operation
— or LO : low speed operation
= or HI : high speed operation
Adjusting Rain Sensor Sensitivity
The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be
adjusted by rotating the switch on the
wiper lever.
From the center position (normal),
rotate the switch downward for higher
sensitivity (+) (faster response) or rotate
it upward for less sensitivity (-) (slower
response). Note: Do not shade the rain sensor by
placing a sticker or a label on the
windshield. Otherwise the rain sensor
will not operate correctly.
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position and the ignition is switched
ON, the wipers may move automatically
in the following cases:
If the windshield above the rain
sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth.
If the windshield is struck with a hand
or other object from either outside or
inside the vehicle. Warning!Keep hands and scrapers clear of the
windshield when the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is switched
ON as fingers could be pinched or the
wipers and wiper blades damaged when
the wipers activate automatically.
If you are going to clean the windshield,
be sure the wipers are turned off. This is
important when clearing ice and snow.
Switching the auto-wiper lever from the
OFF to the AUTO position while driving
activates the windshield wipers once,
after which they operate according to
the rainfall amount.
The auto-wiper control may not operate
when the rain sensor temperature is
about 14 °F (–10 °C) or lower, or about
185 °F (85 °C) or higher.
If the windshield is coated with water
repellent, the rain sensor may not be
able to sense the amount of rainfall
correctly and auto-wiper control may
not operate properly. 05030101-122-001
Windshield Wiper Lever
1 — Rain Sensor Adjustment
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Controls
1 – Temperature Control Knob
This dial controls the interior
temperature of the vehicle.
Turn it clockwise for hotter
temperatures and counterclockwise for
colder temperatures.
MAX A/C – If Equipped : When the
Mode Selector Knob is set to
or ,
the Blower Control Knob is in a position
other than 0, and the temperature
control knob is in the maximum cold
position, the Recirculation Button will
activate and the A/C will turn on
automatically. If A/C is not desired,
press the A/C Button to turn it off.
2 – Blower Control Knob
The blower has seven speeds. Turn the
knob clockwise to increase blower
speed or counterclockwise to decrease
blower speed.
3 – Mode Selector Knob
Turn the Mode Selector Knob to select
the air flow mode.
The mode selector dial can be set at
the intermediate positions ( ● ) between
each mode.
Set the knob to an intermediate
position if you want to split the air flow
between the two modes.
For example, when the Mode Selector
Knob is at the intermediate position ( ● )
between the
and positions, air flow from the floor vents is less than
that of the
position.
4 – Rear Window Defrost Button
The Rear Window Defrost Button clears
fog and frost from the rear window. The
ignition must be on to use the defroster.
Push the button to turn on the Rear
Window Defroster. The Rear Window
Defroster operates for about
15 minutes and then turns off
automatically. The button LED will
illuminate when the defroster is
operating.
To turn off the Rear Window Defroster
before the end of 15 minutes, push the
button again.
Caution!Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments,
or abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window. Note:
Before opening the convertible top,
make sure the Rear Window Defrost
Button is turned off. Otherwise, the
heat generated from the defroster
could damage the convertible top and
the internal material.
This defroster is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defroster.
Mirror Defroster — If Equipped :To
turn on the mirror defroster, turn the
ignition ON and push the Rear Window
Defroster Button.
5 – Air Recirculation Button
Push the Air Recirculation Button to
select between outside air and
recirculated air positions.
Recirculated Air Position : (LED on)
Outside air is shut off when this position
has been activated. Use this position
when going through tunnels, driving in
congested traffic (high engine exhaust
areas), or when quick cooling of the
vehicle is desired.
Outside Air Position : (LED off)
Outside air is allowed to enter the
cabin. Use this mode for ventilation or
windshield defrosting.
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Controls
1 – Temperature Control Knob
This knob controls internal temperature
of the vehicle. Turn it clockwise for
hotter temperatures and
counterclockwise for colder
temperatures.
2 – Blower Control Knob
The fan has seven speeds. Turn the
clockwise to increase blower speed or
counterclockwise to decrease blower
speed/enter Auto mode.
AUTO Position : The blower speed is
automatically controlled by the system
based upon the set temperature.
0 Position : To turn off the system, set
the dial to 0 position.
3 – Mode Selector Knob
Turn the Mode Selector Knob to select
the air flow mode.
AUTO Position : The air flow
automatically adjusts based upon the
selected temperature. Note:
With the air flow mode set to the
position, and the Temperature
Control Knob is set to a medium
temperature, the floor vents will blow
warmer air, and the center and side air
vents will blow cooler air.
When the Blower Control Knob is
on, and the Mode Selector Knob is in
the
position, the air conditioner is
automatically turned on, and the Air
Recirculation Button is automatically
set to the outside air position for
windshield defrosting.
4 – Rear Window Defrost Button
The Rear Window Defroster clears fog
and frost from the rear window. The
ignition must be switched ON to use
the defroster.
Push the button to turn on the Rear
Window Defroster.
The Rear Window Defroster operates
for about 15 minutes, and then turns off
automatically.
The button LED will illuminate when the
defroster is operating.
To turn off the Rear Window Defroster
before the end of 15 minutes, push the
switch again. Caution!Failure to follow these cautions can cause
damage to the heating elements:
Before opening the convertible top,
make sure the Rear Window Defrost Button
is turned OFF. Otherwise, the heat
generated from the defroster could
damage the convertible top and the internal
material.
Use care when washing the inside of the
rear window. Do not use abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window. Use a soft cloth and a mild
washing solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments,
or abrasive window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window.
Keep all objects a safe distance from the
window.
Note: This defroster is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defroster.
Mirror Defroster — If Equipped :To
turn on the mirror defroster, switch the
ignition on and push the Rear Window
Defroster Button.
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