Cop 500 ABARTH GB 21-05-2008 8:14 Pagina 1 5 0 0 A B A R T H ENGLISH The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. Fiat reserves the right to modify the models and versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commercial reasons. If you have any further questions please consult your Abarth dealer. Printed in recycled paper without chlorine.
001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 1 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing Abarth and congratulations on your choice of a Abarth. We prepared this booklet to enable you to know each detail of your Abarth and use it correctly. Please, read it carefully before driving your car. You will find information, tips and important warnings regarding the driving of your car to help you derive the maximum from the technological features of your Abarth.
28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 2 YOUR CAR CEILING LIGHTS ................................................................. 36 SYMBOLS ............................................................................... 4 CONTROLS........................................................................... 37 THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM.................................................. 4 INTERIOR FITTINGS........................................................... 39 THE KEYS .........................................
001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 3 YOUR CAR DASHBOARD CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES The presence and position of the controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the trim level F0S0001Ab 1. Side vent – 2. Left stalk: external lights control – 3. Turbo pressure gauge – 4. Instrument panel and warning lights – 5. Portable navigator preparation socket – 6. Right stalk: controls wiper, washer, trip computer – 7. Central air vents – 8. Oddment/Car radio compartment – 9.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 4 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 4 SYMBOLS THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM Warning light Y coming on when driving Special coloured labels have been attached near or actually on some of the components of your car. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component.
THE KEYS YOUR CAR Pagina 5 B A CODE CARD fig. 2 (for versions/markets, where provided) fig. 2 F0S0002Ab F0S0004Ab KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL fig. 4 We recommend to have the electronic code A always available. The metal insert A enables: ❒ the ignition switch; IMPORTANT In order to ensure perfect efficiency of the electronic devices contained inside the keys, they should never be exposed to direct sunlight. ❒ the doors; ❒ the fuel cap lock/release; fig.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 6 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 6 Door and tailgate lock release Lock of doors and tailgate Remote tailgate opening Short pressure on button Ë: door and tailgate lock release, timed turn on of ceiling lights and double flashing of direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided).
Pagina 7 YOUR CAR REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL REMOTE CONTROLS Battery replacement: ❒ press button A and open the metal insert B; ❒ rotate the screw C to : using a small point screwdriver; ❒ take out the battery case D and replace the battery E respecting its polarity; ❒ refit the battery case D inside the key and lock it turning the screw C to Á. CORRECT USE OF THE CAR fig. 5 F0S0005Ab Used batteries are harmful to the environment.
001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 8 YOUR CAR STEERING COLUMN LOCK Engaging INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES When the key is at STOP, remove the key and turn the steering wheel until it locks. 8 Disengaging fig. 7 F0S0007Ab IGNITION SWITCH fig. 7 The key can be turned to 3 different positions: ❒ STOP: engine off, key extractable, steering locked. Some electrical devices (e.g.
Versions with multifunctional display A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Rev counter C Multifunctional display with digital fuel level indicator and digital indicator of engine coolant temperature. Versions with reconfigurable multifunctional display A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Rev counter fig. 8 F0S0008Ab fig.
001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 10 YOUR CAR Analogue pressure gauge for turbocharger pressure SAFETY DEVICES The car is equipped with a pressure gauge for measuring the turbocharger pressure by means of the analogue indicator A. Note The turbocharger supercharging pressure reading on the pressure gauge should never exceed 1 – 1.2 bar even in the case of sporty driving and maximum performance.
E The indicator A shows car speed (speedometer). REV. COUNTER fig. 11 The indicator B shows the engine revs. F C The first segment is always on to show the correct operation of the system. D fig. 11 The digital indicator D shows the temperature of the engine coolant and begins to operate when the coolant temperature exceeds approx. 50°C. F0S011Ab DIGITAL FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR fig. 11 The digital indicator C shows the amount of fuel in the tank.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 12 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 12 MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY AND RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY A L I H G F B C A B C D E D fig. 12 E F0S012Ab G Odometer (distance travelled in kilometres/miles) H Date “STANDARD” SCREEN OF MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY fig.
ESC fig. 14 F0S014Ab CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 15 + To scroll the displayed menu and the related options upwards or to increase the displayed value. MENU ESC Press briefly to access the menu and/or go to next screen or to confirm the required menu option. Press longer to return to the standard screen – To scroll the displayed menu and the related options downwards or to decrease the value displayed.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 14 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 14 Selecting an option of the main menu without submenu: Selecting an option of the main menu with submenu: MENU FUNCTIONS – press briefly button MENU ESC to select the main menu option to set; – briefly press button MENU ESC to display the first submenu option; Lighting (Car interior lighting adjustment)
– briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings. To set the speed limit, proceed as follows: – briefly press button MENU ESC, the display will show the message (Speed Buzz); – press button + or – to select speed limit activation (On) or deactivation (Off); – when the function is activated (On) pressing buttons + or – select the speed limit and press MENU ESC to confirm selection.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 16 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 16 Trip B data (Trip B on) Set time (Clock) Through this option it is possible to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial trip) display. This function enables to set the clock through two sub-menus: “Time” and “Mode”.
– briefly press button MENU ESC: “year” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC: “month” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC: “day” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting. NoteThe setting will increase or decrease by one unit each time + or – is pressed. Hold the button pressed to increase/decrease the setting rapidly.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 18 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 18 Units (Set units) This function may be used to set the measurement unit in three submenus: “Distances”, “Consumption” and “Temperature”.
To adjust the volume proceed as follows: – briefly press button : MENU ESC; the previously set volume “level” will flash on the display; – press button + or – for setting; – briefly press button MENU ESC to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen without storing settings. This function can be only displayed after Abarth Dealership has deactivated the S.B.R. system (see paragraph “S.B.R. system” in section “Safety devices”).
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 20 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 20 Note The “Service Schedule” requires the car to be serviced every 30,000 km (or 18,000 mi); this indication will appear automatically with the key on MAR when there are 2,000 km left (or equivalent distance in miles) and will be presented automatically every 200 km (or equivalent distance in miles).
– Trip distance B The “Trip computer” is used to display information on car operation when the key is turned to MAR. This function allows to define two separate trips called “Trip A” and “Trip B” for monitoring the car’s “complete mission” in a reciprocally independent manner. – Average consumption B – Average speed B – Travel time B (driving time). Both functions are resettable (reset - start of new mission). Note “Trip B” functions may be excluded (see “Trip B on”).
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 001-022 ABARTH 500 GB 22 28-01-2010 11:47 Pagina 22 Start of trip procedure Average speed This value shows the car average speed as a function of the overall time elapsed since the start of the new mission. With ignition key on MAR, press and hold button TRIP pressed for over 2 seconds to reset.
12:39 Pagina 23 YOUR CAR SEATS FRONT SEATS ary. F0S0015m fig. 18 2 Fore/aft adjustment fig. 16 Lift lever A and push the seat forwards and backwards: your arms should rest on the steering wheel rim while you are driving. 6 1 5 D WARNING After releasing the lever, always check that the seat is locked on the guides by trying to move it backwards and forth. If it is not locked, the seat may move unexpectedly and make you lose control of the car. Back rest angle adjustment fig. 17 Turn knob B.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 24 22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 24 Driver side and passenger side where position memory is provided HEAD RESTRAINTS To return the seat to its initial position, slide the seat backward pushing the backrest until the seat locks (movement d) operate the lever D (movement e) and lift the backrest (movement f) until you hear it snapping in po
Pagina 25 YOUR CAR STEERING WHEEL It can be adjusted vertically (for versions/ markets, where provided). fig. 22 F0S022Ab WARNING Perform these operations only when the car is stationary and the engine is not running. CORRECT USE OF THE CAR F0S021Ab WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES fig. 21 SAFETY DEVICES For adjustment. bring the lever A-fig. 22 downward to position 2 then position the wheel and lock it bringing lever A to position 1.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 26 22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 26 REARVIEW MIRRORS DRIVING MIRROR fig. 23 The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes its release in the event of a violent crash. It can be moved using the lever A to two different positions: normal or antiglare. F0S023Ab fig.
12:39 Pagina 27 YOUR CAR CLIMATE COMFORT VENTS fig. 26 fig. 26 F0S026Ab IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES 1. Vents for demisting/defrosting the windscreen 2. Orientable, adjustable central vents 3. Orientable, adjustable side vents 4. Fixed vents for side windows. 5.
YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 28 HEATING AND VENTILATION A B C D SAFETY DEVICES CONTROLS fig. 27 A Air temperature knob (red-hot / bluecold) INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR B Fan speed knob 28 NOTE Turn the knob to 0 to stop the flow of air coming out of the vents.
Pagina 29 MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM A B C YOUR CAR 12:39 D SAFETY DEVICES (for versions/markets, where provided) IMPORTANT Turn the recirculation function on to prevent the intake of air into the passenger compartment; this is particularly advisable when stopped in a tunnel or in traffic to prevent the intake of outside polluted air. Do not use the function for a long time, particularly if there are many passengers on board, to prevent the windows from misting up.
YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 22-02-2010 12:39 Fast front window and front side windows demisting/defrosting (MAX-DEF) SAFETY DEVICES Proceed as follows: ❒ rotate knob A to red section; ❒ rotate knob C to Ú; INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR ❒ rotate knob D to -; 30 ❒ rotate knob B to 4- (max. fan speed).
E F According to the temperature set by the user, the automatic climate control system automatically adjusts: B SAFETY DEVICES (for versions/markets, where provided) G ❒ the temperature of the air sent to the passenger compartment; A C ❒ the distribution of air inside the passenger compartment; L H TTC WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ❒ fan speed (continuous air flow variation); ❒ compressor activation/deactivation (to cool/dehumidify air); ❒ air recycle activation/deactivation; All functions can b
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 32 22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 32 ❒ it is not possible to supply into the passenger compartment air with a temperature lower than external air temperature (the temperature indicated on the display blinks when the system does not ensure the achievement of the required comfort conditions); Button … - D Air recycle on/off button Buttons Õ
The set distribution is shown by the LEDs on the selected buttons. To restore automatic air distribution control, press button AUTO.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 34 22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 34 EXTERNAL LIGHTS The left-hand stalk operates most of the external lights. The external lights can only be switched on when the ignition key is on MAR. The instrument panel and the various instrument panel controls will come on with the external lights. DAYLIGHT LIGHT (D.R.L.) fig.
With the ignition key on STOP or removed, pull the stalk towards the steering wheel within 2 minutes from when the engine is turned off. The device can work only when the ignition key is on MAR. The stalk has 5 different positions (4 speeds): A windscreen wiper off. Each time the stalk is operated, the warning light 3 on the instrument panel turns on and the display shows how long the function remains active. E temporary fast (unstable position).
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 36 22-02-2010 12:39 REAR WINDOW WIPER/ REAR WINDOW WASHER The device can work only when the ignition key is on MAR. Turn the knurled ring to ' to operate the rear window wiper.
When the SPORT button A-fig. 33 is pressed the sports driving setting is turned on featuring more responsiveness during acceleration, an increase in drive torque and more precise steering with greater effort required on the steering wheel. When the function is active, the message SPORT is displayed on the instrument panel. Press again the button to deactivate the function and return to the standard driving mode. IMPORTANT Pressing SPORT, the function is active after about 5 seconds.
22-02-2010 12:39 CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE 38 Pagina 38 FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM 1 2 3 4 5 6 AUD It intervenes in case of collision, activating: ❒ switch off of fuel supply with resultant engine switch off; ❒ automatic door lock release; SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB ❒ switch on of all lights inside the car. fig. 34 F0S034Ab REAR FOG LIGHTS fig.
22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 39 INTERIOR FITTINGS YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB A A F0S036Ab These are arranged at the sides of the internal rearview mirror. GLOVE BOX ON PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD fig. 36 (for versions/markets, where provided) They may be oriented frontally and to the side. To open the glove box, operate opening device A.
22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 40 INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 40 fig. 37 F0S037Ab COMPARTMENT IN CENTRAL CONSOLE fig. 37 To open the compartment, operate slot B and pull outward as shown in figure. WARNING Do not travel with the oddment compartments open: they could hurt the passenger in case of crash. fig. 38 F0S038Ab ODDMENT COMPARTMENT UNDER THE SEAT fig.
OPENABLE SUNROOF The openable sunroof with wide glass includes a glass panel provided with manually operated sun visor. The sun visor can be used in the positions “fully closed” and “fully open” (it has no fixed intermediate position). To open the sun visor: press the tooth A-fig. 41, release it and move it to “all open position”. To close it, repeat the same operation in the opposite direction. The sunroof can be operated only when the ignition key is on MAR. The controls A-B fig.
023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 22-02-2010 12:39 YOUR CAR Use the sunroof only at “spoiler” position if cross roof racks are fitted. Do not open the sunroof if snow or ice is over it: you may damage it. SAFETY DEVICES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE 42 Pagina 42 fig. 41 F0S041Ab To close When in wide open position, press button A-fig.
❒ press button A-fig. 40 at close position; ❒ keep the button pressed to close completely by steps the sunroof; fig. 42 ❒ after full closing, wait for sunroof motor stopping. EMERGENCY OPERATION F0S042Ab If the switch does not work, the sunroof can be operated manually as follows: ❒ Remove the protective cap A-fig.
22-02-2010 12:39 Pagina 44 INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 023-045 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 44 A fig. 43 F0S043Ab Lock/release from outside To open, insert the key in the lock and turn it to the position 1-fig. 43. When the key is turned the doors and the tailgate are simultaneously released. To release the doors with the remote control press the button Ë fig.
12:39 Pagina 45 YOUR CAR WINDOW WINDERS TTC FRONT WINDOW WINDERS fig. 45 With the ignition key to the MAR position, press the driver's side window operating button for a few seconds to open or close the window automatically. As regards the passenger's side window, only the opening occurs automatically with the same procedure. WARNING Incorrect use of the power windows may be dangerous.
28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 46 BOOT TAILGATE OPENING To open it, enable the handle, opening one of the front doors or unlock the doors with the remote control or using the mechanic key. By means of key with remote control If the tailgate is not fully closed, the warning light ´ on the instrument panel turns on (where provided).
Pagina 47 Do not travel with the tailgate open: exhaust gas may enter the passenger compartment. TAILGATE CLOSING fig. 47 SAFETY DEVICES F0S0135m TAILGATE EMERGENCY OPENING fig. 48 To close, lower the tailgate pressing near the lock until you hear it click. Inside the tailgate there is a ribbon B which provides an easy handhold to close the tailgate. fig.
046-062 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 48 YOUR CAR Proceed as follows: ❒ remove the rear seat head restraints (for versions/markets, where provided); INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES ❒ check that the seat belt is not twisted; 48 ❒ operate levers A and B-fig. 49 to release the backrests and guide them onto the cushion. fig. 49 F0S049Ab fig. 50 F0S050Ab fig.
Rear seat repositioning BONNET Raise the seat backrests and push them back until hearing the locking click of both retainers. To open fig. 52-53-54 Make sure the backrest is properly secured at both sides to prevent it moving forward in the event of sharp braking causing injuries to passengers. REMOVING THE REAR PARCEL SHELF To remove the rear shelf, release it from its two side pins and pull it out.
28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 50 E WARNING Before lifting the bonnet, ensure that the wiper arm is not lifted from the windscreen. C INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 046-062 ABARTH 500 GB 50 WARNING With hot engine, operate with caution inside the engine compartment to avoid burns. Keep your hands away from the fan: it may turn on even with key removed from the switch. Wait for engine cooling.
FASTENERS BEAM DIRECTION The fasteners are located in the area indicated in fig. 55. To use the front fasteners, remove the cap A, accessible with the door open. To locate rear fasteners B, refer to fig. 56. Lineaccessori provides a specific rack/ski rack on tailgate. Evenly distribute the load and take into account, when driving, the increased responsiveness of the car to side F0S055Ab fig. 55 m 30 m 30 m 1 Check beam aiming every time the load or its distribution changes. B fig.
046-062 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 52 YOUR CAR Correct positions depending on load Position 0 - one or two passengers on front seats. SAFETY DEVICES Position 1 - 4 passengers. Position 2 - 4 passengers + load in the boot. MENU INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR ESC 52 fig. 57 F0S057Ab BEAM ADJUSTMENT fig.
Intervention of the ABS is detected by a slight pulsing of the brake pedal accompanied by noise: such an event indicates that you need to adjust your speed to the type of road on which you are travelling. The car is fitted with an ABS braking system, which prevents the wheels from locking when braking, makes the most of road grip and gives the best control when emergency braking under difficulty road conditions.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 046-062 ABARTH 500 GB 54 28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 54 EBD failure It is indicated by the turning on of warning lights > and x on the instrument panel together with the dedicated message on the reconfigurable multifunctional display (for versions/markets, where provided); see section “Warning lights and messages”.
The ESP system is automatically activated when the car is started and cannot be de-activated. It is an integral part of the ESP system and is automatically activated in the following conditions: A failure of the system is indicated by the turning on warning light á on the instrument panel together with the dedicated message on the reconfigurable multifunctional display (for versions/markets, where provided); see section “Warning lights and messages”.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 046-062 ABARTH 500 GB 56 28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 56 TTC SYSTEM (Torque Transfer Control) ASR SYSTEM (Antislip Regulation) It’s integral to the ESP system and automatically intervenes in case of slip of one or both drive wheels, helping the driver to control the car. It is an integral part of the ESP system.
The objective is: ❒ to keep the system efficiency under control; ❒ to warn when a fault causes emissions levels to increase; ❒ to warn of the need to replace deteriorated components. The system also has a diagnostic connector that can be interfaced with appropriate tools, which makes it possible to read the error codes stored in the control unit, together with a series of specific parameters for engine operation and diagnosis. This check can also be carried out by the traffic police.
28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 58 IMPORTANT In case of quick rotation of the ignition switch, full power steering functionality can be achieved after 1-2 seconds. When the SPORT function is turned on (see “Controls” paragraph in this chapter) the electric power steering assistance is altered, increasing the sensitivity of the steering wheel.
❒ antenna on car roof; The system consists of: ❒ two 165 mm, 40 W mid-woofers on the front doors; ❒ two 38 mm, 30 W tweeters on the front posts; ❒ two full range 165 mm, 40 W speakers on the rear side panels; ❒ antenna on car roof; ❒ car radio with CD/MP3 player (for specifications and operation, refer to the supplement “Car radio” annexed to this Handbook).
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 046-062 ABARTH 500 GB 60 28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 60 ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER If after buying the car, you decide to install electrical accessories that require a permanent electric supply (alarm, satellite antitheft system, etc.
IMPORTANT An inefficient catalyst leads to harmful exhaust emissions, thus contributing to air pollution. IMPORTANT Never use leaded petrol, even in small amount or in an emergency, as this would damage the catalyst beyond repair. REFILLING To ensure full fuel tank refilling, perform two topping up after the first stop of the nozzle. Do not top up further; this may cause anomalies in the fuel supply system. fig. 59 F0S059Ab FUEL FILLER CAP fig.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 046-062 ABARTH 500 GB 62 28-01-2010 11:55 Pagina 62 PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT The devices for curtailing petrol engine emissions are the following: ❒ three-way catalytic converter; ❒ Lambda sensors; ❒ fuel evaporation prevention system. In addition, do not let the engine run, even for a test, with one or more spark plugs disconnected.
S.B.R. SYSTEM ....................................................................... 64 PRETENSIONERS.................................................................. 65 CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY...................................... 67 ASSEMBLY SETUP FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEAT ............. 71 FRONT AIRBAGS................................................................. 73 WINDOW BAGS ................................................................
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 063-078 ABARTH 500 GB 64 28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 64 SEAT BELTS S.B.R. SYSTEM The car is provided with the S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) system, which warns the driver and the front passenger if the seat belt is not buckled, as follows: USING THE SEAT BELTS fig. 1 Wear the belt keeping the chest straight and rested against the backrest.
This car is provided with a second pretensioner (in the sill board area). Its activation is signalled by the shortening of the metallic cable. IMPORTANT To obtain the highest degree of protection from the action of the pretensioning device, wear the seat belt keeping it firmly close to the chest and pelvis. A small amount of smoke may be produced. This smoke is in no way toxic and presents no fire hazard. The pretensioner does not require any maintenance or greasing.
28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 66 INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 063-078 ABARTH 500 GB 66 fig. 2 F0S061Ab WARNING For maximum safety, keep the back of your seat upright, lean back into it and make sure the seat belt fits closely across your chest and hips. Always fasten the seat belts on both the front and the rear seats.
❒ replace the belt after an accident of a certain severity even if it does not appear damaged. Always replace the belt if the pretensioners were deployed. ❒ to clean the belt, wash by hand with water and mild soap, rinse and leave to dry in the shade. Do not use strong detergents, bleach, paints or any other substance which could damage the belt fibres; ❒ keep the reels dry: correct operation may only be ensured if the reels are dry; ❒ replace the seat belt when showing significant wear or cut signs.
28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 68 fig. 5 These devices are recommended having been specifically designed for Abarth cars. GROUP 0 and 0+ GROUP 1 Babies up to 13 kg must be carried facing backwards on a cradle seat, which, supporting the head, does not induce stress on the neck in the event of sharp deceleration. Starting from 9 kg to 18 kg in weight, children may be carried facing forwards, with seat fitted with front cushion, through which the car seat belt restrains both child and seat fig. 6.
28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 69 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 Children from 15 to 25 kg may use the car seat belts directly fig. 7. For children from 22 kg to 36 kg the size of the child’s chest no longer requires a support to space the child’s back from the seat back. The child seat is only needed to position the child correctly with respect to the belts so that the diagonal section crosses the child’s chest and never the neck and is snug on the hips not the abdomen.
28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 70 PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE Below is a summary of the rules of safety to be followed for carrying children: The Abarth complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC which governs the arrangement possibilities for child restraints on the various seats of the car as shown in the following table: ❒ Install the child seats on the rear seat, which is the most protected position in the event of an accident.
❒ Never carry children on your lap, even newborns. No-one can hold a child in the case of an accident. ❒ In case of an accident, replace the child’s seat with a new one. WARNING Do not arrange child seats on the front seat in cars fitted with passenger’s airbag. Children must never travel on the front seat. YOUR CAR This car is preset for mounting the Universal Isofix child restraint system, a new European standardised system for carrying children safely.
063-078 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 72 YOUR CAR PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL ISOFIX CHILD’S SEAT USE Weight group fig.
The front airbags (driver’s, passenger’s, driver’s knees air bags) have been designed to protect the occupants in the event of head-on crashes of medium-high severity, by placing the cushion between the occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard. Front air bags are designed to protect car’s occupants in front crashes and therefore non-activation in other types of collisions (side collisions, rear shunts, rollovers, etc.) is not a system malfunction.
28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 74 INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 063-078 ABARTH 500 GB 74 fig. 12 F0S071Ab DRIVER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig. 12 It consists of an instant-inflating cushion contained in a special recess in the centre of the steering wheel. fig. 13 F0S072Ab PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG fig.
fig. 14 F0S073Ab DRIVER’S KNEES AIR BAG fig. 14 It consists of an instant-inflating cushion housed into a special compartment provided for the purpose under the lower post guard at driver’s knees level, designed to give further protection in the event of frontal crash. The instrument panel warning light “ will stay on glowing steadily until reactivating the passenger’s front air bag and the Side Bag.
063-078 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 76 fig. 15 F0S074Ab INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR IMPORTANT The best protection in the event of side crash is achieved maintaining a correct position on the seat. This allows the correct deployment of the window bag. 76 fig. 16 F0S075Ab WINDOW BAGS fig.
WARNING Do not cover the front seat backrest with covers if a Side-bag is fitted. WARNING Always drive keeping your hands on the steering wheel crown so that, in the event of airbag activation, it can inflate without finding obstacles. Do not drive with your body bent forward. Keep the backrest in straight position, resting correctly your back on it. WARNING With ignition key inserted, on MAR, even if the engine is off, the air bags can activate also with the car stopped, if it is hit by another vehicle.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 063-078 ABARTH 500 GB 78 28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 78 WARNING Rotating the key on MAR, the warning light “ turns on, blinking for a few seconds, to remind that the passenger air bag will activate in the event of a collision, then it turns off. WARNING Do not wash the seats with pressurized water or steam (manually or at the automatic washing stations).
HANDBRAKE ....................................................................... 81 USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX ................................. 82 CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS................................. 82 SNOW TYRES ....................................................................... 84 SNOW CHAINS ................................................................... 85 CAR INACTIVITY ...............................................................
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 079-086 ABARTH 500 GB 80 28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 80 STARTING THE ENGINE The car is provided with an electronic engine lock device: refer to “The Fiat CODE system” paragraph in “Your car” if you cannot start the engine. The engine may be noisier during the first seconds of operation, particularly after a long period of inactivity.
❒ drive off slowly, letting the engine turn at medium speed. Do not accelerate abruptly; Pull the lever upwards to operate the handbrake. ❒ do not demand maximum performance for the first few kilometres. Wait until the engine coolant temperature gauge starts moving. WARNING The car must be braked after a few snaps of the lever, otherwise, contact the Abarth Dealership for regulation. STOPPING THE ENGINE Turn the ignition to STOP while the engine is idling.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES 82 11:56 Pagina 82 USING THE MANUAL GEARBOX 3 28-01-2010 2 4 In addition, to assist the transmission of the drive torque, a limit on the engine revs during take off at 2700 rpm can be noticed. When the clutch pedal is released and the vehicle is being driven, the engine revs restriction is disabled.
Electric devices Use electric devices only for the amount of time needed. Rear heated window, additional headlights, windscreen wipers and heater fan need a considerable amount of energy, therefore increasing the requirement of current increases fuel consumption (up to +25% in the urban cycle). Spoilers The use of non-certified aerodynamic items may adversely affect air drag and consumption levels.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 079-086 ABARTH 500 GB 84 28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 84 Top speed Fuel consumption considerably increases as speed increases. Keep your speed as even as possible, avoiding unnecessary braking and acceleration which cause excessive fuel consumption and increase emissions.
If the car is to be left inactive for longer than a month, the following precautions should be noted: All four tyres should be the same (brand and track) to ensure greater safety when driving and braking and better driveability. Check the tension of the chains after the first few metres have been driven. ❒ park the car in covered, dry and if possible well-ventilated premises; ❒ engage a gear; Remember that it is inappropriate to change the direction of rotation of tyres.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 079-086 ABARTH 500 GB 86 28-01-2010 11:56 Pagina 86 ❒ clean and protect the shiny metal parts using special compounds readily available; ❒ inflate tyres to +0.
ESP SYSTEM FAILURE ........................................................ 93 HILL HOLDER FAILURE .................................................... 93 SIDELIGHTS AND LOW BEAMS ..................................... 93 FOLLOW ME HOME ........................................................... 93 FRONT FOG LIGHTS ........................................................ 94 91 91 91 92 92 92 93 93 93 93 LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR........................ 94 RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR......
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 087-094 ABARTH 500 GB 88 28-01-2010 11:57 Pagina 88 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES GENERAL WARNINGS Lighting of a warning light is associated to a specific message and/or buzzer when applicable.
WARNING The failure of the warning light ¬ (warning light off) is indicated by intermittent blinking of the warning light “ that signals front passenger airbag deactivated. With front passenger’s airbag on, turning the ignition key to MAR, warning light “ comes on steadily for about 4 seconds, it flashes for other 4 seconds and then it shall go off. WARNING Warning light “ indicates failure of warning light ¬.
28-01-2010 11:57 Pagina 90 > ABS SYSTEM FAILURE (amber) Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after a few seconds. v LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (red) Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go out as soon as the engine is started. On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed. On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.
On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed. g “DUALDRIVE” ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILURE (red) Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after a few seconds. If the warning light stays on, you will not have the steering assistance and the effort on the steering wheel will be increased, steering is however possible: go to a Abarth Dealership. On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 087-094 ABARTH 500 GB 92 28-01-2010 11:57 Pagina 92 If the light flashes, release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing and contact Abarth Dealership as soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message. Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light turns on, but it should go off after a few seconds. FOLLOW ME HOME (green) Side/taillights and low beams The warning light turns on when side/taillights or low beams are turned on. External lights failure If the warning light does not go out or remains on whilst driving, go to an Abarth Dealership. The warning light comes on when an external light failure is detected.
5 CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE 94 28-01-2010 11:57 Pagina 94 FRONT FOG LIGHTS (green) The warning light turns on when the front fog lights are turned on.
Pagina 95 YOUR CAR IN AN EMERGENCY 96 QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO automatic ........... 98 WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB ................... 107 IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT.......................... 111 IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT .......................... 114 IF A FUSE BLOWS................................................................ 116 IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT .................................................. 121 LIFTING THE CAR..................................................
28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 96 ENGINE STARTING Never use a quick battery charger for the emergency start: this might damage the electronic system and the engine start/supply control units. If the instrument panel warning light Y turns on glowing steadily, contact immediately Abarth Dealership. IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 96 fig. 1 F0S078Ab JUMP STARTING fig.
❒ Start the engine; IMPORTANT Never connect the negative terminals of the two batteries directly: sparks could ignite explosive gas released from the battery. If the auxiliary battery is installed on another car, prevent accidental contact between metallic parts of the two cars. This could cause a flow of fuel into the catalytic converter and damage it beyond repair.
IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 98 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 98 QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT - Automatic FIX & GO The kit fig. 11 includes: ❒ bottle A containing sealer and fitted with: – filling pipe B; The quick tyre repair kit Fix & Go automatic is placed in the boot A-fig. 2. – label C with the caption “max.
Pagina 99 YOUR CAR ❒ instruction brochure (see fig. 12), to be used for prompt and proper use of the quick repair kit and to be then handed to the personnel charged with handling the treated tyre; F0S084Ab ❒ a pair of protective gloves, that can be found in the side space of the compressor; ❒ adapters for inflating different elements. In the kit container (placed in the boot under the carpet) are also housed the screwdriver and the tow hitch. fig.
IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 100 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 100 Should any tyre get punctured due to foreign bodies, you can repair it if the damage doesn’t exceed 4 mm on the tread and on the shoulder of the tyre. ATTENZIONE The kit cannot be used to repair damage to the tyre sidewall.
YOUR CAR SAFETY DEVICES Replace the cylinder containing expired sealing liquid. Dispose of the cylinder and the sealant liquid properly. Dispose according to the national and local laws in force. CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING The cylinder contains ethylene glycol. Contains latex: may cause an allergic reaction. Harmful if swallowed. Irritant for the eye. May cause sensitization by inhalation or contact. Avoid contact with your eyes, skin and clothes.
YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB IINDEX 12:06 Pagina 102 ❒ Ensure that the handbrake is up. Remove the tyre valve cap, extract the flexible filler tube A-fig. 13 and fasten the ring B onto the tyre valve; B A SAFETY DEVICES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE 102 28-01-2010 fig. 13 F0S086Ab INFLATION PROCEDURE WARNING Put on the protection gloves provided together with quick tyre repair kit. fig.
28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 103 ❒ if reaching the tyre pressure specified in paragraph “Inflation pressure” in section “Technical Specifications”, start driving immediately; ❒ If after this operation it is still impossible after 5 minutes to reach at least 1.
IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 104 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 104 WARNING Apply the adhesive label in a position clearly visible by the driver as a reminder that the tyre has been treated with the quick repair kit. Drive carefully, particularly on bends. Don’t exceed 80 km/h. Don’t accelerate and brake suddenly.
YOUR CAR SAFETY DEVICES fig. 17 F0S090Ab FOR CHECKING AND RESTORING PRESSURE ONLY The compressor may also be used for restoring pressure only. Release the quick coupling and connect directly to the tyre valve fig. 17; in this way, the cylinder will not be connected to the compressor and no sealant will be injected. CORRECT USE OF THE CAR ❒ drive with the utmost care to the nearest Abarth Dealership. WARNING Remember to inform the workshop that the tyre has been treated with a quick repair kit.
IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 106 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 106 CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE To replace the cylinder proceed as follows: ❒ disconnect connection A-fig. 18; ❒ turn counter-clockwise the cylinder to replace and raise it; fig.
❒ Burnt bulbs must be replaced by others of the same type and power; YOUR CAR SAFETY DEVICES ❒ Before changing a bulb check the contacts for oxidation; ❒ When a bulb is not working, check that the corresponding fuse is intact before replacing it: refer to the “If a fuse blows” paragraph in this chapter for fuse location.
IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 108 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 108 WARNING Halogen bulbs contain gas under pressure, if they break glass fragments may be thrown around. When handling halogen bulbs just touch the metal part. Touching the transparent part of the bulb with your fingers may reduce the intensity of the emitted light and even compromise duration of the lamp.
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your car: A All glass bulb: clipped into place. Pull to extract. B Bayonet bulbs: to remove this type of bulb from its holder, press the bulb and turn it anticlockwise. C Cylindrical bulbs: release from the contacts to extract. D Halogen bulbs: release the fastening clip from the corresponding seat to remove the lamp. E Halogen bulbs: release the fastening clip from the corresponding seat to remove the lamp.
TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 12:06 Bulb Type Power Ref.
Pagina 111 YOUR CAR IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT The front light clusters contain sidelights, dipped beam, main beam and direction indicator bulbs. fig. 20 F0S093Ab Operating from the engine compartment remove the rubber cap A-fig. 20 to access the direction indicators; remove the rubber cap B-fig. 20 to access the bulbs of the dipped beam headlights. fig.
28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 112 IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 112 fig. 23 F0S096Ab fig. 24 F0S097Ab fig.
Pagina 113 YOUR CAR SIDELIGHTS/ DAYLIGHT LIGHTS To change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒ remove the snap-fitted bulb and replace it; fig. 26 F0S099Ab ❒ refit the bulb holder B by turning it clockwise and locking it properly; fig. 28 F0S101Ab ❒ extract the bulbs by pushing them slightly and turning them counter-clockwise.
095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 114 YOUR CAR IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT SAFETY DEVICES For the type of bulb and power rating, see “When needing to change a bulb”. INSIDE CEILING LIGHT IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR To change the bulb, proceed as follows: 114 fig. 30 F0S103Ab ❒ press the retaining device C and open the bulb holder; fig.
28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 115 ❒ open the cap B-fig. 33 as indicated; fig. 35 F0S108Ab ❒ replace bulb C-fig. 34 releasing it from the side contacts, then insert the new bulb making sure it is correctly clamped between the contacts; BOOT LIGHT ❒ close the cap back and reinstall the lens. ❒ using the screwdriver provided, extract the ceiling light A-fig.
095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 116 YOUR CAR IF A FUSE BLOWS GENERALITIES fig. 37 IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES The fuse is a protective device for the electric system: it comes into action (i.e. it cuts off) mainly due to a fault or improper action on the system. 116 fig. 36 F0S109Ab ❒ open the bulb cover B-fig.
FUSE LOCATION E Dashboard fuses To access the fuses you must remove the snap-fitted cover E. fig. 38 F0S111Ab The 5A fuse for door mirror demisting is located in the diagnostic socket area, as shown in fig. 38. SAFETY DEVICES INDEX In the bottom area, near the pedals, you can find the control unit shown in fig. 39.
095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 118 YOUR CAR Engine compartment control unit fig. 40 e 41 The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover. fig. 40 F0S113Ab If you need to wash the engine compartment, take care not to directly hit the engine compartment control unit with the water jet.
Engine compartment control unit - fig. 41 Climate control system fan Spare Buzzers Engine control system (secondary loads) Main headlights Sunroof motor +15 Engine control unit, relay coil T20 Engine control unit Spare Engine control unit, relay T09 coil AMPERE F12 F13 F31 F32 F36 F37 F38 F43 F47 F48 F49 F50 F51 F53 7.5 7.5 5 7.5 10 5 20 15 20 20 5 7.5 7.5 5 FUSE AMPERE F08 F09 F10 F11 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18 F18 30 15 15 10 15 20 7.5 10 7.5 7.
IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 095-122 ABARTH 500 GB 120 28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 120 Engine compartment control unit - fig.
❒ when you have finished, turn the charger off before disconnecting the battery; ❒ reconnect battery negative terminal. YOUR CAR F0S139Ab RAISING THE CAR ❒ disconnect battery negative terminal; ❒ turn on the charger; 169,5 mm fig. 41a Charge the battery as follows: ❒ connect the charger cables to the battery terminals, observing the poles; 150,7 mm SAFETY DEVICES Low amperage slow recharging for approximately 24 hour is advised. A prolonged recharge might damage the battery.
28-01-2010 12:06 Pagina 122 TOWING THE CAR The tow ring provided with the car is housed in the tool box under the boot mat. IINDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE 122 A FASTENING THE TOW RING fig. 42-43 Proceed as follows: ❒ release the cap A (only present in the rear section Fig. 43); ❒ take the tow hook B from its seat in the tool support; ❒ tighten the ring on the rear or front threaded pin.
SERVICE SCHEDULE ........................................................... 125 REGULAR INSPECTIONS ................................................. 127 DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR ................................... 127 CHECKING FLUID LEVELS................................................ 128 AIR CLEANER ...................................................................... 132 POLLEN FILTER ................................................................... 132 BATTERY .........................
28-01-2010 12:14 SCHEDULED SERVICING This is why Abarth has planned a series of checks and maintenance operations every 30,000 km.
60 90 120 150 180 Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required ● ● ● ● ● ● Check light system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights, passenger compartment lights, boot lights, instrument panel warning lights, etc.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 123-140 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 126 28-01-2010 12:14 Pagina 126 30 60 90 120 150 180 Check rear disk brake pad conditions and wear Replace the air filter cartridge Top up fluids (engine coolant, brakes, windscreen washer, battery, etc.
Every 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and top up if required: Should prevailing use of the car be under one of the following specially heavy conditions: ❒ visually inspect the conditions of: engine, gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel - brakes), rubber parts (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.
YOUR CAR 123-140 ABARTH 500 5ed GB C 28-01-2010 12:14 Pagina 128 CHECKING FLUID LEVELS E B A. Engine oil filler SAFETY DEVICES B. Engine oil level dispstick A C. Engine coolant CORRECT USE OF THE CAR D. Windscreen washer fluid E. Brake fluid D F. Battery INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES F 128 fig. 1 F0S117Ab WARNING Never smoke while working in the engine compartment.
The maximum engine oil consumption is usually 400 grams every 1000 km. The oil level shall be included between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick B. The range between the MIN and MAX levels corresponds to approximately 1 litre of oil. If the oil level is near or even under the MIN line, add oil through the filler A to reach the MAX line. Oil level shall never exceed the MAX line.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 123-140 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 130 28-01-2010 12:14 ENGINE COOLANT fig. 1 The coolant level must be checked when the engine is cold and must be between the MIN and MAX lines on the vessel. If the level is low, pour slowly a mixture of 50% distilled water and 50% PARAFLUUP of the PETRONAS LUBRICANTS Group through the filler neck C until the level reaches MAX.
Use the brake fluid shown in the “Fluids and lubricants” table (see “Technical Specifications”). NOTE Carefully clean the cap of reservoir E and the surrounding surface. When opening the cap, make sure that no dirt gets into the reservoir. For topping up always use a funnel with built-in filter (mesh smaller than or equal to 0.12 mm). IMPORTANT Brake fluid is hygroscopic (i.e. it absorbs moisture).
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 123-140 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 132 28-01-2010 12:14 AIR CLEANER/ POLLEN FILTER Have the air cleaner or the pollen filter replaced by a Abarth Dealership. Pagina 132 BATTERY The car fits a low-maintenance battery: no top-ups with distilled water are needed in normal conditions of use.
WARNING If the vehicle must remain unused for a long time at very low temperature, remove the battery and carry it to a warm place, to avoid freezing.
28-01-2010 12:14 Pagina 134 WHEELS AND TYRES Wrong pressure causes abnormal wear of tyres fig. 4: Check the tyre pressures every couple of weeks and before long journies. A normal pressure: evenly worn tread. This check should be carried out with the tyres at rest and cold. C excessive pressure: tread particularly worn in the middle. The tyres must be replaced when the tread is less than 1.6 mm thick. In all cases, follow the laws in force in the country where you are driving. fig.
❒ If a tyre is changed, also change the inflation valve; ❒ to allow even wear between the front and rear tyres, it is advisable to change them over every 10-15 thousand kilometres, keeping them on the same side of the car so as not to reverse the direction of rotation. WARNING Remember that the road holding qualities of your car also depends on the correct inflation pressure of the tyres. WARNING Avoid moving the tyres from the right side of the vehicle to the left side and vice versa.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 123-140 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 136 28-01-2010 12:14 Pagina 136 WINDSCREEN/ REAR WINDOW WIPERS BLADES Periodically clean the rubber part using special products; TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 is recommended. fig. 5 Replace the blades if the rubber edge is deformed or worn. In all cases, it is advisable to replace them approximately once a year.
❒ atmospheric pollution; fig. 7 F0S122Ab SPRAY NOZZLES Windscreen washer fig. 7 If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check that there is fluid in the reservoir: see “Checking fluid levels” in this section). Then check that the nozzle holes are not clogged, if necessary use a needle. The windscreen jets are directed by adjusting the angle of the nozzles. 1 Fluid jets shall be directed at about /3 height from the window upper edge.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 123-140 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 138 28-01-2010 12:14 ❒ spraying of plastic parts, with a protective function, in the more exposed points: underdoor, inner fender parts, edges, etc. ❒ use of “open” boxed sections to prevent condensation and pockets of moisture from triggering rust inside.
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic substances (e.g.: petrol) or ketenes (e.g.: acetone) for cleaning front headlight plastic lens. Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching the glass or damaging the transparency. IMPORTANT The inside of the rear window should be wiped gently with a cloth in the direction of the filaments to avoid damaging the heating device.
INDEX TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 123-140 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 140 28-01-2010 12:14 CLEANING SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. It is advisable to use a moist brush on velvet upholstery. Rub the seats with a sponge moistened with a solution of water and neutral detergent.
ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS............... 144 ENGINE .................................................................................. 145 FUEL FEED/IGNITION ....................................................... 146 TRANSMISSION .................................................................. 146 BRAKES ................................................................................... 147 SUSPENSIONS....................................................................... 147 STEERING.
INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 142 1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 142 IDENTIFICATION DATA F Maximum vehicle weight fully loaded with trailer. Take note of the identification codes. The following identification codes are printed and shown on the plates: G Maximum vehicle weight on front axle. ❒ Model plate. I ❒ Chassis marking. L Body version code.
141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 143 A Paint manufacturer. B Colour name. C Fiat colour code. D Respray and touch up code. CHASSIS MARKING fig. 3 The plate is to be found on the right side of the boot floor and it bears the following identification data: ❒ car model ; ❒ chassis number. WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES The plate is applied on the external tailgate post (left side) and it bears the following data: F0S126Ab IN AN EMERGENCY BODYWORK PAINT IDENTIFICATION PLATE fig. 2 fig.
YOUR CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 1-02-2010 SAFETY DEVICES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE Pagina 144 ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions 144 10:05 1.
Pagina 145 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH Engine code 312A1000 Cycle Otto Number and layout of cylinders mm 72 x 84 3 cm 1368 Compression ratio Maximum power (EEC) CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Total displacement 4 in line 9.8 : 1 WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES Piston bore and stroke SAFETY DEVICES GENERAL YOU CAR ENGINE corresponding ratio kW HP rpm Maximum torque (EEC) Nm NORMAL 180 SPORT 206 corresponding ratio rpm 4500 3000 Spark plugs Fuel 99 135 5500 IKR9F8 Unleaded petrol 95 R.O.N.
YOUR CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 146 FUEL FEED/IGNITION Fuel feed CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH INDEX , WARNING Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 147 BRAKES 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH YOU CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB controlled by hand lever, acting on rear brakes IMPORTANT Water, ice and salt sprinkled on the roads may deposit on the brake disks reducing braking efficiency the first time the brakes are applied. SUSPENSIONS 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH Front with Mc Pherson type independent wheels; consisting of a mechanical crosspiece, shock absorbers, helical springs and stabilizer bar.
INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 148 1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 148 WHEELS WHEEL GEOMETRY RIMS AND TYRES Toe-in measured between rims: 0,5 ± 1 mm Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless radial carcass tyres. All approved tyres are listed in the Log Book. The values refer to the car in running order.
Load rating (capacity) 70 = 335 kg 81 = 462 kg 71 = 345 kg 82 = 475 kg 72 = 355 kg 83 = 487 kg 73 = 365 kg 84 = 500 kg 74 = 375 kg 85 = 515 kg 75 = 387 kg 86 = 530 kg 76 = 400 kg 87 = 545 kg 77 = 412 kg 88 = 560 kg 78 = 425 kg 89 = 580 kg 79 = 437 kg 90 = 600 kg 80 = 450 kg 91 = 615 kg YOU CAR READING RIM MARKINGS fig. 4 Example: 5,00 B x 14 H2 = rim drop centre outline (side projection where the tyre bead rests) 2.
1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 150 Versions Rims 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH 61/2 J x 16H2-ET35 7 J x 17H2-ET38 Tyres Standard tyre Tyres Snow tyre 195/45 R16 84 V XL* 205/40 R17 84 W XL ** * 7 mm chains can be fitted. ** Winter tyres (Pirelli Snow Sport 195/45 R16) are also available to be used if the car is mainly driven on snow-covered roads.
10:05 Pagina 151 DIMENSIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the vehicle fitted with standard tyres. The height refers to the vehicle unladen. YOU CAR 1-02-2010 SAFETY DEVICES 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH A B C D E F G I 3657 776 2300 581 1480/1485(▲) 1415/1409(▲) 1627 1408/1402(▲) (▲) With 205/40 R17 tyres TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE Versions F0S128Ab INDEX fig. 6 IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES Unladen boot volume (V.D.A.
YOUR CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 1-02-2010 SAFETY DEVICES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE Pagina 152 PERFORMANCE Top admitted speed after initial car use in km/h. 1.
Unladen weight (with all liquids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment): 1035 Carrying capacity (*) including the driver: 390 Maximum admitted loads (**) – front axle: – rear axle: – total: 830 640 1425 Towable loads – trailer with brakes: – trailer without brakes: 800 400 Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes): 60 (*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload. (**) Loads not be exceeded.
SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 154 CAPACITIES 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH Fuel tank: including a reserve of: litres litres 35 5 INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Engine cooling system: 154 litres 5.15 Engine sump: litres 2.75 Engine sump and filter: litres 2.90 Unleaded petrol, at least 95 R.O.N.
Pagina 155 Lubricants for petrol engines Fluid and lubricant specifications for correct car operation All synthetic lubricant SAE 10W50 grade Recommended fluids and lubricants SELENIA ABARTH 10W50 Change intervals According to Service Schedule Contractual Technical Reference N° 0101 The use of products with features lower than ACEA C3 could cause engine damage not covered by warranty.
Use WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE 156 1-02-2010 10:05 Pagina 156 Fluid and lubricant specifications for correct car operation Synthetic lubricant, grade SAE 75W- 85 Exceeds the API GL4 PLUS, FIAT 9.55550 specifications Lubricants and greases for movement Molybdenum bisulphide grease, resistant to high transmission temperatures. Consistency NL.GI.
10:05 FUEL CONSUMPTION The fuel consumption figures given in the table below are determined on the basis of the homologation tests set down by specific European Directives. The procedures below are followed for measuring consumption: Pagina 157 ❒ extraurban cycle: frequent accelerations in all gears, simulating extraurban use of the car: speed varies between 0 and 120 km/h; ❒ combined consumption: calculated weighing about 37% of urban cycle consumption and about 63% of extraurban consumption.
SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB 1-02-2010 CORRECT USE OF THE CAR WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE Pagina 158 CO2EMISSIONS The CO2 emission levels at the exhaust given in the following tables refer to combined consumption. Versions 1.
IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOU CAR 10:06 TECHNICAL CAR SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE 1-02-2010 INDEX 141-159 ABARTH 500 5ed GB Pagina 159 159
INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 160-168 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 160 2-02-2010 16:27 Pagina 160 INDEX ABS System ........................................ 53 Accessories purchased by the owner .......................................... 60 Air filter ................................................ 132 Air recycle .................................. 28-29-31 Air vents ................................
58 Engine compartment (washing) ...... 139 Engine Cooling Circuit ...................... 11 Engine cooling system fluid level ..... 130 Engine oil level. .................................... 129 Engine ..................................................... 145 – identification code ........................ 144 – specifications ................................. 145 – branding .......................................... 143 EOBD (system) ............................. 54-57 ESP system .........................
INDEX CAR TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CORRECT USE OF THE CAR SAFETY DEVICES YOUR CAR 160-168 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 162 2-02-2010 16:27 Main beam headlights ....................... – activation ........................................ – flashing the headlights .................. – bulb replacement .......................... Manual climate control system ........ Motor oil – technical specifications ................ – consumption ....................
Unlocking the door .......................... 43 Use of manual gearbox ..................... 82 Ventilation .......................................... Warning lights and messages ......... Weights ................................................ Wheel ................................................... – spare wheel ................................... Wheel base .......................................... Wheel rims .......................................... – reading the rims correctly ..........
160-168 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 2-02-2010 16:27 Pagina 164 PROVISIONS FOR THE PROCESSING OF A VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS LIFE-CYCLE For years now Fiat has been developing its global commitment towards the safeguarding and protection of the Environment through the continuous improvement of its production processes and the making of increasingly more “eco friendly” products.
160-168 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 2-02-2010 16:27 Pagina 165 RIGHT HAND DRIVE DASHBOARD The presence and position of the controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the trim level. FOS140Ab fig. 1 1. Side vent – 2. Right stalk: controls wiper, washer, trip computer – 3. Turbo pressure gauge – 4. Instrument panel and warning lights – 5. Left stalk: external lights controls – 6. Central air vents – 7. Oddment/Car radio compartment – 8. Passenger air bag – 9.
160-168 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 2-02-2010 16:27 Pagina 166 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND ONBOARD INSTRUMENTS Versions with multifunctional display A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Rev counter C Multifunctional display with digital fuel level indicator and digital indicator of engine coolant temperature. Versions with reconfigurable multifunctional display A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Rev counter fig. 2 FOS141Ab fig.
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160-168 ABARTH 500 1ed GB 2-02-2010 16:27 Pagina 168 COLD INFLATION PRESSURE (bar) Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres. Tyres Medium load * Full load Front rear Front Rear 195/45 R16 84 V XL 2.3 2.1 2.6 2.4 205/40 R17 84 W XL 2.3 2.1 2.6 2.4 * At speeds above 160 km/h, use the inflation pressures for the maximum load conditions. ENGINE OIL CHANGE 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH Engine sump 2.75 Engine sump and filter 2.
PUNTO ABARTH GB 18-07-2007 12:15 Pagina 1 G R A N D E P U N T O A B A R T ENGLISH The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. Fiat reserves the right to modify the models and versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commercial reasons. If you have any further questions please consult your Abarth dealer. Printed in recycled paper without chlorine.
