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INSUFFICIENT
BATTERY CHARGE
(red)
The symbol is shown on the display to-
gether with the specific message if the bat-
tery is low on charge.
If the symbol remains on the display re-
fer to the Abarth Dealership as soon as
possible
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INCOMPLETE CAR
DOOR CLOSURE (red)
The symbol is shown on the dis-
play together with the specific message if
one or more of the car doors or if the
hatchback are not perfectly closed.
If the vehicle is in motion and the doors
are open an acoustic warning signal can be
heard.
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VEHICLE PROTECTION
SYSTEM – FIAT CODE -
FAILURE (amber)
The symbol is shown on the display to-
gether with the specific message when a
possible failure in the system is present (
see “The FIAT CODE system” in the “In-
strument panel and controls” chapter).
IMPORTANT The contemporary lighting
of the
Ulight and of the Ysymbol in-
dicates a problem in the FIAT CODE sys-
tem.
If the
Ysymbol appears while the engine
is running refer to the Abarth Dealership
in order to have all the keys memorized.
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IF A FUSE BLOWS
GENERAL
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 im-
proper action on the system.
When a device does not work, check the
efficiency of its fuse: the conductor ele-
ment A- fig. 31must be intact. If not, re-
place the fuse with one of the same amp
rating (same colour).
Bundamaged fuse fig. 31
Cfuse with damaged filament fig. 31.
fig. 31F0M0236m
Never change a fuse with
another with a higher amp
rating, DANGER OF FIRE.
WARNING
Never replace a broken fuse
with anything other than a
new fuse.
If a general fuse (MEGA-
FUSE, MIDI-FUSE, MAXI-
FUSE) cuts in, do not attempt any re-
pair and contact Abarth Dealership.
WARNING
If a fuse blows again, contact
a Abarth Dealership.
WARNING
Before changing a fuse,
check the ignition key has
been removed and that all the other
electric devices have been turned
off/disabled.
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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.
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.
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Detergents cause water pollu-
tion. Therefore the engine
compartment should be
washed in areas equipped for
collecting and purifying the liquid used
in the washing process.Do not wash the car after it has been left
in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this may
alter the shine of the paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in
the same way as the rest of the car.
Where possible, do not park under trees;
the resinous substance many species re-
lease give the paint a dull appearance and
increase the possibility of triggering rust
processes.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must be
washed off immediately and thoroughly as
the acid they contain is particularly ag-
gressive.Windows
Use specific window cleaner products.
Use also clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or damaging the transparency.
IMPORTANT The inside of the
rearscreen should be wiped gently with a
cloth in the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.
Engine compartment
At the end of the winter the engine com-
partment should be carefully washed,
without directing the jet against electron-
ic control units. Contact a specialised
workshop to have this done.IMPORTANT The car should be washed
with the engine cold and the ignition key
at STOP. After washing make sure that
the various protections (e.g. rubber caps
and various covers) have not been dam-
aged or removed.
Front headlights
IMPORTANT Never use aromatic sub-
stances (e.g.: petrol) or ketones (e.g.: ace-
tone) for cleaning front headlight plastic
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Fiat CODE system............................. 7
Fix & Go automatic ............................ 135
Fluid levels ............................................ 166
Fluids and lubricants ........................... 193
Front ceiling lights
– bulb replacement ........................... 146
– control ............................................ 54
Front fog lights
– bulb replacement .......................... 143
– control button .............................. 55
Fuel
– consumption................................... 195
– cut-off system................................. 57
– level gauge ....................................... 15
Fuel cut-off system.............................. 88
Fuel filler cap ....................................... 89
Fuel level gauge ................................... 15
Fuses (replacement) ........................... 148
Gearbox
– using manual gearbox .................. 113
Glove box/oddment compartment .. 59
Handbrake .......................................... 112Hazard lights ........................................ 55
Head restraints..................................... 30
Headlights.............................................. 74
Heated rear window .......................38-46
Identification data .............................. 182
Ignition switch ..................................... 13
In an emergency .................................. 134
Instrument panel ................................. 13
Instruments .......................................... 14
Interior fittings .................................... 179
Interiors ................................................ 179
Isofix (child restraint system) .......... 102
Jacking the car .................................... 158
Key with remote control ................ 8
Key without remote control ........... 10
Keys ........................................................ 8
Load limiters ...................................... 94
Manual climate control system ...... 34
Number plate light ............................ 145 Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ........................... 142
– control ............................................ 47
Direction indicators
– control ............................................ 48
– front bulb replacement ............... 142
– rear bulb replacement ................. 143
– side bulb replacement ................. 143
Doors ..................................................... 64
Electrical socket ................................ 60
Engine
– identification code ........................ 184
– marking ........................................... 182
– technical data ................................ 184
Engine coolant temperature gauge .. 15
Engine oil
– consumption .................................. 167
– level check....................................... 167
– specifications ................................. 193
EOBD system ...................................... 83
ESP system............................................ 78
External lights ...................................... 47