2010 Abarth Grande Punto air condition

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Heated rear window and door
mirror demisting/defrosting button
(for versions/markets,
where provided) G
Press this button to activate heated rear
window demisting/defrosting.
When this function is on, the button led
is on.
This function is timed and switches off au-
tomatically after about 20 minutes or by
pressing again the button or by turning the
engine off. It will not be switched on au-
tomatically when restarting the engine.
IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the
inside of the rear window over the heat-
ing filaments to avoid damage that might
cause it to stop working properly.
Switching the climate control
system off (OFF) E
Press button Eto turn the system off.
When turned off the system conditions
are the following:
❒set temperature displays off;
❒air recirculation is on;
❒conditioner compressor off;
❒fan off.
Heated rear window can be turned on or
off also when the system is off.
IMPORTANT The system will store the
temperatures set before turning off and
will resume them when pressing any but-
ton (except heated rear window); if the
function corresponding to the button
pressed is off it will be turned on; if on it
will be kept active.
Press AUTOto turn the system in au-
tomatic mode.ADDITIONAL HEATER
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
This device shall be used to speed up pas-
senger compartment warming when it is
very cold.
The additional heater turns off automati-
cally after reaching the required comfort
conditions.
Automatic two-zone climate
control system
The additional heater will switch on au-
tomatically after turning the ignition key
to ON.
Manual Heater and Climate
control system
The additional heater will switch on au-
tomatically by turning knob Ato the last
red sector and turning the fan on (knob
B) to the first speed at least.
IMPORTANT Heater works only with
low outside temperature and engine
coolant temperature.
IMPORTANT Heater will not turn on if
the battery voltage is not sufficient.

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TYRE PRESSURE
MONITORING
SYSTEM - T.P.M.S.
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The car can be equipped with the T.P.M.S.
(Tyre Pressure Monitoring System). This
system consists of a radio-frequency sen-
sor, installed on each wheel (on the rim
inside the tyre) that sends pressure infor-
mation to the control unit.IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT
THE T.P.M.S. SYSTEM
Failure indications will not be stored and
therefore will not be displayed when turn-
ing the engine off and on again. If failure
persists, the control unit will send warn-
ing indications to the instrument panel on-
ly after a few seconds when the car is
moving.
IMPORTANT Strong radio- frequency
noises could inhibit regular operation of
the T.P.M.S. system. This condition is in-
dicated by a dedicated message on the dis-
play that will disappear automatically as
soon as radio-frequency noises will stop
to disturb the system.
Pay the utmost attention
when checking or inflating
tyres. Excessive pressure impairs road
holding, increases suspension and
wheel stress and causes abnormal
tyre wear.
WARNING
Tyre pressure should be
checked with tyres rested
and cold. Should it become necessary
for whatever reason to check pressure
with hot tyres, do not reduce pressure
although it is higher than the pre-
scribed value but repeat the check
when tyres are cold.
WARNING
The T.P.M.S. system helps
the driver to monitor tyre
pressure since the driver is the always
responsible for proper inflation pres-
sure of tyres and spare wheel (see
paragraph “Wheels” in section “Car
Maintenance”).
WARNING
T.P.M.S. system cannot indi-
cate sudden tyre pressure
drops (e.g.: tyre burst). In this event,
brake the car cautiously and avoid
sudden steering.
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CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of your
car down and lower the amount of toxic
emissions released into the atmosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service schedule”.Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4 weeks:
if the pressure is too low, consumption
levels increase as resistance to rolling is
higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the car
(especially when driving in town) and its
trim greatly affects consumption and sta-
bility.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer
used. These accessories lower air pene-
tration and adversely affect consumption
levels. When needing to carry particular-
ly voluminous objects, preferably use a
trailer.Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window, ad-
ditional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan need a considerable amount of
energy, therefore increasing the require-
ment of current increases fuel consump-
tion (up to +25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading to
higher consumption (on average up to
+20%). When the temperature outside
the car permits it, use the air vents where
possible.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified aerodynamic
items may adversely affect air drag and
consumption levels.

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AIR BAG FAILURE (red)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning
light turns on, it has to turn off
after a few seconds.
If the warning light does not turn off this
indicates a failure in the air bag system.
The display visualizes the specific message.
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If the ¬warning light does
not turn on while turning the
ignition key in the MAR position or
if it stays lighted while the car is in
motion there may be a failure in the
restraint systems; in this case the air
bags or the pretensioners may be de-
activated in the event of a collision
or, in a limited number of cases, ac-
tivate incorrectly. Before going on re-
fer to the Abarth Dealership in order
to have the system immediately in-
spected.
WARNING
The ¬warning light failure
(light off ) is signalled by the
flashing for over the normal 4 seconds
of the light “that signals that the
passenger-side air bag is deactivated.
WARNING
ENGINE COOLANT
HIGH TEMPERATURE
(red)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the engine is
overheated.
If the light turns on the following steps
must be followed:
❒if in normal driving conditions:
stop the vehicle, turn off the engine
and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not under the MINmark.
In this case wait a few minutes in or-
der to let the engine cool down, then
open slowly and very carefully the tap,
fill up with the coolant, making sure
that the coolant level is between the
MINand MAXmarks on the reser-
voir. Besides visually check the pres-
ence of possible leaks of coolant. If the
light turns on again after starting up
the engine refer to the Abarth Deal-
ership.
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❒in case of demanding use of the
vehicle(for example during uphill
hauling of trailers or when the vehi-
cle is fully loaded): slow down and, if
the light stays on, halt the car. Stop for
2 or 3 minutes keeping the engine on
and slightly revved up in order to
favour the active circulation of the
coolant, after that turn off the engine.
Check the level of the coolant in the
reservoir as previously described.
IMPORTANT In case of very exacting
routes it is advisable before turning off the
engine to keep it on and slightly revved up
for a few minutes.
The display visualizes the specific message.

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FUEL RESERVE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the amount of the
fuel remaining in the tank is about 7 litres.
IMPORTANT if the warning light flashes
there probably is a failure in the system. In
this case refer to the Abarth Dealership in
order to have the system immediately in-
spected. ABS SYSTEM FAILURE
(amber)
Turning the ignition key in the
MARposition the warning light turns on,
it has to turn off after a few seconds.
The light turns on when the system is in-
effective or unavailable. In this case the
braking system maintains unchanged its ef-
fectiveness, but without the potential of-
fered by the ABS system. Drive very care-
fully and as soon as possible refer to the
Abarth Dealership.
The display visualizes the specific message.
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FRONT PASSENGER
AIR BAG
DEACTIVATED (amber)
The “warning light turns on when the
front passenger side air bag is deactivat-
ed.
When the front passenger-side air bag is
activated, turning the ignition key in the
MARposition, the “light illuminates for
about 4 seconds, it flashes for the follow-
ing 4 seconds after which it has to turn off.
The “light also indicates
possible failures of the
¬light. This condition is reported by the
flashing of the “light for over the
normal 4 seconds. In this case the ¬
light may not signal possible failures
in the restraint systems. Before go-
ing on refer to the Abarth Dealership
in order to have the system immedi-
ately inspected.
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BRAKE PAD WEAR
(amber yellow)
The symbol displays together
with a specific message if brake pads are
worn; if necessary, replace them as soon
as possible.
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CRUISE CONTROL
(for versions/markets,
where provided) (green)
The symbol displays together
with a specific message rotating the Cruise
Control ring to ON.
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GENERIC SIGNAL
(amber yellow)
The symbol displays together
with a specific message following these
events.
Specific messages display.
Engine oil pressure sensor fault
The symbol displays together with a spe-
cific message when an engine oil pressure
sensor fault is detected. Refer to the Abarth
dealership for repairs.
Fuel stop system activation
The symbol displays together with a spe-
cific message when the fuel stop system
activates.
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Fault of tyre pressure monitoring
system (for versions/markets,
where provided)
The symbol displays together with a spe-
cific message when a fault of the tyre pres-
sure monitoring system T.P.M.S. (for ver-
sions/markets, where provided) is de-
tected.
As soon as possible, refer to the Abarth
dealership for repairs.
If one or more wheels provided with sen-
sors are fitted, a symbol displays until ini-
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Fuse box in engine compartment fig. 35
USERSFUSE AMPERE
Headlamp washer pump
Single tone horn
Engine management system secondary loads
Left main beam headlamp, right main beam headlamp
PTC1 additional heater
Engine management control unit, engine management system management relay
Engine management control unit (power supply)
Engine management control unit, engine management system management relay
Air conditioning compressor
Heated rear windscreen
Electric fuel pump on tank
Fire engine control system primary loads (coils and injectors)
BSM braking system control unit (control unit and solenoid valves)09
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SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................ 162
SERVICE SCHEDULE........................................................... 163
PERIODICAL CHECKS........................................................ 165
USE OF THE CAR UNDER HEAVY CONDITIONS ... 165
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS................................................ 166
AIR FILTER ............................................................................ 170
POLLEN FILTER ................................................................... 170
BATTERY................................................................................ 171
WHEELS AND TYRES......................................................... 173
RUBBER HOSES.................................................................... 174
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW WIPERS ................... 174
BODYWORK........................................................................ 176
INTERIORS ............................................................................ 179
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