2012 FIAT 500 ABARTH jump start

INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEWelcome From Fiat.............2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCEDriver Cockpit................4
Instrument Cluster .............6
GETTING STARTEDKeyFob...................8
Power Door Locks.............8
Seat Belt ..................8
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags ..............9
Child Restraints .............. 10
Front Seats ................ 12
Rear Seats ................ 13
Tilt Steering Column ........... 14
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLEEngine Break-In Recommendations . . . 15
Turn Signal/Lights/High Beam Lever . . . 15
Wiper/Washer Lever........... 17
Speed Control .............. 18
Power Windows ............. 19
Manual Climate Controls ......... 20
Automatic Temperature Controls
(ATC) ................... 21
Sport Mode ................ 22
Manual Transmission ........... 22
Power Sunroof .............. 23
Wind Buffeting .............. 24
Cold Weather Operation (Engine Block
Heater) .................. 25
ELECTRONICSYour Vehicle's Sound System ...... 26
AM/FM Radio With CD Player And Sirius
XM™ Satellite Radio ........... 28
Steering Wheel Audio Controls ...... 30
BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Operation . . . 30
iPod
®/USB/MP3 Control ......... 34
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ............... 35
Programmable Features ......... 36Trip Button
................ 36
Power Outlet ............... 38
UTILITYTrailer Towing ............... 39
Recreational Towing (Behind
Motorhome, Etc.) ............. 39
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES24-Hour Roadside Assistance ...... 40
Instrument Cluster Warning Lights .... 40
If Your Engine Overheats ......... 44
TIREFIT Kit ................ 44
Jump-Starting Procedure ......... 50
Towing A Disabled Vehicle ........ 51
Enhanced Accident Response System . . 52
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle ......... 53
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ........ 54
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEOpening The Hood............ 55
Engine Compartment ........... 56
Fluids And Capacities ........... 57
Maintenance Chart ............ 58
Fuses ................... 60
Tire Pressures .............. 61
Summer/Three-Season Tires ....... 62
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ....... 62
Exterior Bulbs ............... 63
CONSUMER ASSISTANCEFiat Customer Center ........... 64
Assistance For The Hearing Impaired . . 64
Publications Ordering ........... 64
Reporting Safety Defects In
The 50 United States
And Washington, D.C. .......... 65
MOPAR ACCESSORIESAuthentic Accessories By MOPAR®... 66
INDEX.................67
FAQ (How To?)Frequently Asked Questions ....... 69
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
• If your Abarth requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service,lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited Warranty,
dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342. See your Warranty booklet for further details.
• Provide your name, vehicle identification number and license plate number.
• Provide your location, including telephone number, from which you are calling.
• Briefly describe the nature of the problem and answer a few simple questions.
• You will be given the name of the service provider and an estimated time of arrival. If you feel you are in an “unsafe situation”, please let us know. With your consent, we
will contact local police or safety authorities.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS
- Generic Warning Light
• The Generic Warning Light will illuminate if any of the following conditions occur: OilChange Request, Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure, External Light Failure, Fuel
Cut-Off Intervention, Fuel Cut-Off Not Available, Parking Sensor Failure.
- Power Steering System Warning
• If the “POWER STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message and icon are displayedin the EVIC display, it indicates that extreme steering maneuvers have occurred,
which caused an over temperature condition in the power steering system. You will
lose power steering assistance momentarily until the over temperature condition no
longer exists. Once driving conditions are safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle. After
approximately five minutes, the system will cool and return to normal operation.
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
• This light warns of an overheated engine condition.
• If the light turns on or flashes continuously while driving, safely pull over and stop thevehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it off. Also, shift the transmission into NEUTRAL
and idle the vehicle. If the temperature reading does not return to normal, turn the
engine off immediately.
• We recommend that you do not operate the vehicle or engine damage will occur. Have the vehicle serviced immediately.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You or others could be badly burned
by steam or boiling coolant. You may want to call an authorized service center
for service if your vehicle overheats.
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
• This light informs you of a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system.
• If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the engine is running. Cycle theignition when the vehicle has completely stopped; the light should turn off.
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JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE
• If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump-started using a set of jumpercables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack.
Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please follow the procedures
in this section carefully.
NOTE: When using a portable battery booster pack, follow the manufacturer’s
operating instructions and precautions.
Preparations For Jump-Start
• The battery in your vehicle is located on the left side of the engine compartment.
1. Set the parking brake, shift the transmission into gear and turn the
ignition to OFF/LOCK.
2. Turn off the heater, radio, and all unnecessary electrical accessories.
3. If using another vehicle to jump-start the battery, park the vehicle within the
jumper cables reach, set the parking
brake and make sure the ignition is
OFF.
Jump-Starting Procedure
1. Connect the positive (+)end of the jumper cable to the positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable to the positive (+)post of
the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to the negative (-)post of the
booster battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-)jumper cable to a good engine ground
(exposed metal part of the discharged vehicle’s engine) away from the battery and
the fuel injection system.
5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the booster battery, let the engine idle a few minutes, and then start the engine in the vehicle with the discharged battery. Once
the engine is started, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence:
6. Disconnect the negative (-)jumper cable from the engine ground (-)of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.
7. Disconnect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable from the negative (-)post of the
booster battery.
8. Disconnect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper cable from the positive (+)
post of the booster battery.
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9. Disconnect the positive(+)end of the jumper cable from the positive (+)post of the
discharged vehicle.
• If frequent jump-starting is required to start your vehicle, you should have the battery and charging system inspected at your authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
• Accessories that can be plugged into the vehicle power outlets draw powerfrom the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.).
Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge
sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent the engine from starting.
• Do not use a portable battery booster pack or any other booster source with a system voltage greater than 12 Volts or damage to the battery, starter motor,
alternator or electrical system may occur.
• Failure to follow these procedures could result in damage to the charging system of the booster vehicle or the discharged vehicle.
WARNING!
• Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or explodeand cause personal injury.
• Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is ON. You can be injured by moving fan
blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such as watch bands or bracelets that might make an inadvertent electrical contact. You could be seriously injured.
• Batteries contain sulfuric acid that can burn your skin or eyes and generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Keep open flames or sparks
away from the battery.
• Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this could establish a ground connection and personal injury could result.
• Failure to follow this procedure could result in personal injury or property damage due to battery explosion.
• Do not connect the cable to the negative post (-) of the discharged
battery. The resulting electrical spark could cause the battery to
explode and could result in personal injury.
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE
With Ignition Key
Manual Transmission
• Vehicle can be flat towed (all four wheels on the ground) with the transmission in NEUTRAL.
• Vehicle can be towed with the front wheels elevated.
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Air Conditioning.............20
Airbag ...................9
Airbag Light ...............43
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ....43
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) ..............21
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type ...............57
Battery Charging System Light . . . ....43
Jump Starting ............50
Belts, Seat ................8
BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free
Communication .............30
Brake Fluid ...............57
Brake System Warning Light .............42
Break-In Recommendations,
New Vehicle ...............15
Bulb Replacement ...........63
Charging System Light . . . ......43
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light) .............43
Child Restraint ..............10
Child Restraint Tether Anchors ....10
Climate Control .............20
Clock Setting ..............29
Cooling System Coolant Capacity ...........57
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ....18
Cruise Light ...............18
Customer Assistance ..........64
Defects, Reporting ...........65
Defroster, Rear Window . . ......20
Defroster, Windshield ..........20
Electronic Speed Control
(Cruise Control) .............18
Electronic Throttle Control
Warning Light ..............40
Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) ............ 35,36
Electronics Your Vehicle's Sound System ....26Emergency, In Case of
Jump Starting ............50
Towing . ...............51
Engine Break-In Recommendations ....15
Compartment . . . ..........56
Malfunction Indicator
(Check Engine) . . ..........43
Oil Selection . ............57
Overheating . . ............44
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature ..................52
Exterior Lights . .............63
Fluid Capacities . . . . . . . . .....57
Fluids . . . . . . . ............57
Folding Rear Seat ............13
Freeing A Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . 53
Fuel Specifications . . . ..........57
Hands-Free Communication -
BLUE&ME™ . . . . . . . . .......30
Headlights High
Beam . . . ...........16
Heated Mirrors ........... 20,21
High Beam/Low Beam Select
(Dimmer) Switch . . . .........16
Hood Release . . ............55
Instrument Cluster ............6
Indicators ................7
Instrument Cluster
Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,40
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) . . . 17
Introduction . ...............2
iPod
®Control ..............34
iPod®/USB/MP3 Control ........34
Jump Starting ..............50
KeyFob ..................8
Lane Change Assist . .........15
INDEX
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GETTING STARTED
• How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 10
• How do I fold down my rear seat? pg. 13
ELECTRONICS
• How do I set the clock on my radio? pg. 29
• How do I set the presets on my radio? pg. 29
• How do I connect my portable media player/iPod/MP3? pg. 34
• How do I pair my cell phone via Bluetooth
®with the BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free
Communication System? pg. 30
• How do I operate the Steering Wheel Audio Controls? pg. 30
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
• What do I do if my TPMS warning light is blinking? pg. 41
• How do I Jump-Start my vehicle? pg. 50
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
• Where is my Fuse Block located? pg. 60
• What type of oil do I use? pg. 57
• How often should I change my engine’s oil? pg. 58
• What should my tire pressure be set at? pg. 61
FAQ (How To?)
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