2012 Abarth 500 load capacity

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YOUR CAR
SAFETY
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CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
IN AN
EMERGENCY
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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.
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READING TYRE
MARKINGS fig. 4
Example: 175/65 R 14 82H
175 = Nominal width (S, distance in mm
between sidewalls).
65 = Height/width ratio (H/S) in per-
centage.
R = Radial tyre.
14 = Rim diameter in inches (Ø).
82 = Load rate (capacity).
H = Maximum speed rating.
WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES
Pressed steel or alloy rims. Tubeless ra-
dial carcass tyres. All approved tyres are
listed in the Log Book.
IMPORTANT In the event of discrepan-
cies between the information provided on
this “Owner handbook” and the “Log
book”, consider the specifications shown
in the log book only.
Respect the prescribed size to ensure
safety of the car in movement. Fit tyres
of the same make and type on all wheels.
IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes
with Tubeless tyres.
fig. 4F0S127Ab
WHEEL GEOMETRY
Toe-in measured between rims:
0,5 ± 1 mm
The values refer to the car in running or-
der.

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READING RIM MARKINGS fig. 4
Example: 5,00 B x 14 H2
5,00 = rim width in inches 1.
B = rim drop centre outline (side
projection where the tyre bead
rests) 2.
14 = rim nominal diameter in inches
(corresponds to diameter of the
tyre to be mounted) 3= Ø.
H2 = shape and number of the “humps”
(circumference relief, holding into
its seat the bead of the Tubeless
tyre on the rim).
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 Maximum speed rating
Q= up to 160 km/h.
R= up to 170 km/h.
S= up to 180 km/h.
T= up to 190 km/h.
U= up to 200 km/h.
H= up to 210 km/h.
V= up to 240 km/h.
W= up to 270 km/h.
Maximum speed rating
for snow tyres
QM + S= up to 160 km/h.
TM + S= up to 190 km/h.
HM + S= up to 210 km/h.
fig. 5F0Q760m
TYRES RIM PROTECTOR fig. 5
If after-sale tyres with rim
protector are used (fig. 5)
and the car has integral cups fixed (by
springs) to the sheet wheel, DO NOT
fit wheel cups. The use of unsuitable
tyres and wheel cups could cause a
sudden pressure loss of the tyre.
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1.4 TB BZ ABARTH
1035
390
830
640
1425
800
400
50
60
WEIGHTS
Weights (kg)
Unladen weight (with all liquids,
fuel tank filled to
90% and without optional equipment):
Carrying capacity (*) including the driver:
Maximum admitted loads (**)
– front axle:
– rear axle:
– total:
Towable loads
– trailer with brakes:
– trailer without brakes:
Maximum load on roof:
Maximum load on tow hitch
(trailer with brakes):
(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload.
(**) Loads not be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads in the boot and/or on the roof so that they comply
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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
GSI Shift up ........................................... 20
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 ............... 28Heating/ventilation system................. 28
Hill 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

FUEL CAPACITIES (litres)
1.4 TB BZ ABARTH
Tank capacity 35
Reserve5
The car should only be refuelled with unleaded petrol with an octane rating (RON) of at least 95 (Specification EN228)
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ENGINE OIL CHANGE1.4 TB BZ ABARTH
Engine sump 2.75
Engine sump and filter 2.90
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.