2013 FIAT 500 ABARTH Owners Manual

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
This Owners Manual containsWARNINGSagainst op-
erating procedures that could result in a collision or
bodily injury. It also containsCAUTIONSagainst proce-
dures that could result in damage to your vehicle. If you
do not read this entire Owners Manual, you may miss
important information. Observe all Warnings and Cau-
tions.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears engraved on
the right front door sill under the sill scuff plate, on an
adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the
B-Pillar, on the vehicle registration and title.
Vehicle Identification Number
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NOTE:It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.
VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS
WARNING!
Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.
Stamped VIN Location
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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
!A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS.............11
▫Ignition Key Removal...................11
▫Locking Doors With A Key................13
▫Key-In-Ignition Reminder................13
!SENTRY KEY®.........................13
▫Replacement Keys.....................14
▫General Information....................15
!REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF
EQUIPPED............................15
▫To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate..........15
▫Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st
Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
▫Opening Power Top Remote Function.......16
▫To Lock The Doors And Liftgate............18
▫Programming Additional Transmitters........18
▫Transmitter Battery Replacement...........18
▫General Information....................20
!DOOR LOCKS.........................20
▫Power Door Locks.....................22
!POWER WINDOWS.....................24
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▫Power Window Switches.................24
!LIFTGATE............................25
!OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS................26
▫Lap/Shoulder Belts....................29
▫Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting Procedure.....34
▫Seat Belts In Passenger Seating Positions......34
▫Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) — If
Equipped............................35
▫Energy Management Feature..............36
▫Seat Belt Pretensioners..................37
▫Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System
(BeltAlert®)..........................37
▫Seat Belt Extender.....................38
▫Seat Belts And Pregnant Women...........39
▫Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air
Bags................................39
▫Advanced Front Air Bag Features...........41
▫Air Bag Deployment Sensors And Controls....45
▫Event Data Recorder (EDR)...............55
▫Child Restraints.......................56
▫Transporting Pets......................77
!ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS....78
!SAFETY TIPS..........................78
▫Transporting Passengers..................78
▫Exhaust Gas.........................79
▫Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle.............................80
▫Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make Outside
The Vehicle..........................83
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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS
The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical
key simply press the mechanical key release button .
The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key
code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho-
rized studio that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys.
Ignition Key Removal
1. Press the clutch pedal to the floor.
2. Bring the vehicle to a stop.
3. Apply the parking brake fully.
4. Place the shift lever into REVERSE gear.
5. Turn the key to place the ignition switch in the
OFF/LOCK position.
6. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
7. Release the clutch pedal.Mechanical Key Release Button
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WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always turn the ignition to
the OFF/LOCK position, apply the parking brake,
shift the transmission into REVERSE gear, and
remove the key fob from the ignition. When leav-
ing the vehicle, always lock your vehicle.
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
•Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
•Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, and
do not leave the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN
position. A child could operate power windows,
other controls, or move the vehicle.
(Continued)
Ignition Switch Positions
1—STOP(OFF/LOCK) 3—AVV(START)2—MAR(ACC/ON/RUN)
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always
remove the key from the ignition and lock all the
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Locking Doors With A Key
You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key to the left. To unlock the door, turn the
key to the right. Refer to “Body Lubrication” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for maintenance procedures.
Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK, sounds a
signal to remove the key.
SENTRY KEY®
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System prevents unau-
thorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle.
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NOTE:A key which has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
If the Vehicle Security Light is on after the key is turned
to the ON/RUN position, it indicates that there is a
problem with the electronics.
CAUTION!
•Always remove the Sentry Key® from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.
•The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system is not com-
patible with some aftermarket remote starting sys-
tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle
starting problems and loss of security protection.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE:Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key® has been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
This PIN is required for authorized studio replacement of
keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an
authorized studio. This procedure consists of program-
ming a blank key to the vehicle electronics. A blank key
is one which has never been programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key® Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized studio.
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