2008 Abarth 500 key battery

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IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE
CAR
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
❒If the vehicle is used under severe
conditions(e.g. towing of trailers up-
hill or fully loaded vehicle): slow down
and stop the car if the warning light
stays on. Stand for 2 or 3 minutes with
the engine running and slightly accel-
erated to ease a better circulation of
coolant. Then stop the engine. Check
correct liquid level as described above.
IMPORTANT Under severe use of the
car, keep the engine on and slightly accel-
erated for a few minutes before switching
it off.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
LOW BATTERY
CHARGE (red)
Turning the ignition key to
MARthe warning light turns on, but it
should go out as soon as the engine is
started (with the engine running at idle
speed a brief delay in going out is allowed).
If the warning light stays on glowing steadi-
ly or flashing: contact immediately Abarth
Dealership.
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ABS SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key to
MARthe warning light turns on, but it
should go off after a few seconds.
The warning light will light up when the
system is either not working or not avail-
able. In the case, the braking system will
work as normal without the extra poten-
tials offered by the ABS system. Drive
carefully and go to a Abarth Dealership as
soon as possible.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
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EBD FAILURE
(red) (amber)
Warning lights
xand >lit at the same
time with the engine running indicates an
EBD system failure or that the system is
not available. Early locking of the rear
wheels may occur in the event of violent
braking causing the car to swerve. Drive
very carefully to a Abarth Dealership to
have the system inspected.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
x>
LOW ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE (red)
Turning the ignition key to
MARthe warning light turns on,
but it should go out as soon as the engine
is started.
On certain versions the dedicated message
is displayed.
v
If the warning light vturns on when the car is trav-
elling (on certain versions together
with the message on the display) stop
the engine immediately and contact
a Abarth Dealership.
WARNING
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WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
YOUR CAR
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
for a long time under 50%, the battery is
damaged by sulphation, reducing its ca-
pacity and starting attitude.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (e.g. already at -10°C). Refer to
the paragraph “Car inactivity” in “Starting
and driving” if the car is left parked for a
long time.
If after buying the car, you want to install
electric accessories which require per-
manent electric supply (alarm, etc.) con-
tact Abarth Dealership whose qualified
personnel, in addition to suggesting the
most suitable devices, will evaluate the
overall electric absorption, checking
whether the car’s electric system is capa-
ble of withstanding the load required, or
whether it should be integrated with a
more powerful battery.
Since these devices continue absorbing en-
ergy even when the ignition key is off, they
gradually run down the battery. USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and length-
en its life, observe the following indica-
tions:
❒when you park the car, ensure the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly;
❒switch off all lights inside the car: the
car is however equipped with a system
which switches all internal lights off au-
tomatically;
❒do not keep accessories (e.g. sound sys-
tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on for
a long time when the engine is not run-
ning;
❒before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the bat-
tery negative cable;
❒battery terminals shall always be per-
fectly tightened. Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Abarth Dealer-
ship if you want to install accessories
(alarms, mobile phone, etc.): they will
suggest the most suitable devices and
advise you if a higher capacity battery
needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances
that can be very dangerous
for the environment. t is ad-
visable to have the battery
changed by a Abarth Dealership where
it will be disposed of according to the
law.
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.
WARNING
When you must perform any
operation on the battery or
near it, always protect your eyes with
the special goggles.
WARNING
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LIGHTS AND
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YOU CAR
SAFETY
DEVICES
CORRECT USE
OF THE
CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Front seats ........................................... 23
– cleaning ........................................... 140
Fuel cap ................................................. 61
Fuel cut-off system ............................. 38
Fuel filler cap ....................................... 61
Fuel level gauge ................................... 11
Fuel .........................................................154
– tank capacity .................................. 154
– fuel consumption .......................... 157
– fuel level gauge .............................. 11
– refuelling ......................................... 154
– fuel cut-off system ....................... 38
Functions menu ................................... 14
Fuse positions ...................................... 117
Fuse replacement ............................... 116
Glove compartment ......................... 40
Handbrake .......................................... 81
Hatchback emergency opening ........ 47
Hatchback opening.............................. 46
Hatchback/Boot door ........................ 46
Hazard lights ........................................ 37
Headlights ............................................. 51
– beam aim control ........................ 52
– beam orientation ......................... 51
– orientation of fog lights ............... 52
– beam orientation abroad ............ 52
Heated rear window ................28-29-31
Heating/ventilation system ............... 28
Heating/ventilation system................. 28Hill Holder system ............................. 55
Hill Holder system ............................. 55
Identification data .............................. 142
Ignition switch .................................... 8
In an emergency .................................. 95
Installing electrical/electronic
devices ................................................ 60
Instrument panel ................................. 9
Instruments .......................................... 9
Intelligent washing .............................. 35
Interior fittings .................................... 39
Interiors ................................................ 139
Isofix child seat ................................. 71
Isofix child seat .................................. 71
Isofix child seat ready ........................ 71
Jacking the car .................................... 121
Key with remote control ................ 5
– request for extra remote
controls .......................................... 7
– battery replacement .................... 7
– remote control cover
replacement ................................7
Key without remote control .......... 5
Levels ................................................... 128
Lighting (replacing a light bulb) ........107
– general indications ........................ 108
– types of lights ................................ 109
Load limiters ........................................ 65
Locking/unlocking from inside ......... 44 – rear bulb replacement ................. 113
Door lock device locking/unlocking
from outside ..................................... 43
Doors .................................................... 43
Dualdrive
(electric power steering system) .. 58
Dualdrive electric power
steering system ................................. 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 ....................................... 54
External lights ...................................... 34
Fiat CODE system ........................... 4
Fix & Go (quick repair kit) .............. 98
Fixed glass roof ................................... 41
Flashing the headlights ....................... 34
Fluid gauge
Fluids and lubricants ........................... 155
Fog lights .............................................. 37
– activation ..................................37-38
– bulb replacement .......................... 113
Follow me home device .................... 35
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