2016 Abarth 500 Owner handbook (in English)

UseFluid and lubricant features for a correct use of
the carGenuine fluids
and lubricantsApplications
Lubricants and
greases for drive
transmissionSynthetic base lubricant SAE 75W-85 grade
Exceeds standard API GL4 PLUS, FIAT 9.55550TUTELA CAR
TECHNYX
Contractual
Technical Reference
No. F010.B05Manual gearbox
and differential
Molybdenum bisulphide grease, resistant to high
temperatures. N.L.G.I. 1-2 consistencyTUTELA ALL
STAR
Contractual
Technical Reference
No. F702.G07Wheel side constant
velocity joints
Poly-urea synthetic-based grease suitable for high
temperatures. N.L.G.I. 2 consistencyTUTELA STAR 325
Contractual
Technical Reference
No. F301.D03Differential-side
constant velocity
joints
Brake fluidSynthetic fluid FMVSS no. 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925 SAE
J1704, CUNA NC 956-01TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual
Technical Reference
No. F001.A93Hydraulic brakes
and hydraulic clutch
controls
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UseFluid and lubricant features for a correct use of
the carGenuine fluids
and lubricantsApplications
Protective agent for
radiatorsRed protective with antifreeze action for cooling
systems, based on inhibited monoethylene glycol with
organic formula based on O.A.T.
that passes CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306
specificationsPARAFLU
UP(*)
Contractual
Technical Reference
No. F101.M01Cooling circuit
usage percentage:
50% distilled water
50% PARAFLU
UP
(**)
Windscreen/rear
window washer fluidMixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA NC
956-IITUTELA
PROFESSIONAL
SC35Contractual
Technical Reference
No. F201.D02To be used diluted
or undiluted in
screen washer/
wiper systems
(*) IMPORTANT Do not top up or mix with other fluids which have different specifications from those described.
(**) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLUUPand demineralised water.
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FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the tables below are determined on the basis of the type-approval tests laid down by
specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for measuring consumption:
❒urban cycle: cold starting followed by driving that simulates urban use of the car;
❒extra-urban cycle: frequent accelerating in all gears, simulating extra-urban use of the car: speed varies between 0 and
120 km/h;
❒combined consumption: calculated with a weighting of approximately 37% of the urban cycle and 63% of the extra-urban
cycle.
IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic conditions, weather conditions, driving style, general condition of the car, trim level/
equipment/accessories, use of the climate control system, car load, presence of roof racks and other situations that adversely
affect the aerodynamics or wind resistance lead to different fuel consumption values than those measured.
FUEL CONSUMPTION ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE (litres/100 km)
Versions Urban Extra-urban Combined
1.4 TB PETROL ABARTH 8.5 5.4 6.5
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CO2EMISSIONS
The CO2emission figures in the table below refer to combined fuel consumption.
VersionCO2emissions according to the current European directive
(g/km)
1.4 TB PETROL ABARTH 155
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PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF
ITS LIFE
Fiat has been committed for many years to safeguarding the environment through the constant improvement of its production
processes and manufacturing products that are increasingly compatible with nature. To grant customers the best possible
service in terms of respecting environmental laws and in response to European Directive 2000/53/EC governing vehicles at the
end of their life, Fiat is offering all customers the opportunity of handing over their vehicle* at the end of its life without incurring
any additional costs.
The European Directive sets out that when the vehicle is handed over, the last keeper or owner should not incur any expenses
as a result of it having a zero or negative market value. In particular, in almost all European Union countries, until 1 January
2007, vehicles registered after 1 July 2002 will be collected free of charge, whilst from 2007 collection will be free of charge
irrespective of the year of registration as long as the vehicle contains its basic components (in particular, the engine and
bodywork) and has no additional waste.
To hand your vehicle over at the end of its life without extra cost, contact a Fiat Dealership or authorised collection and
scrapping centres. These centres have been carefully chosen to offer high quality service for the collection, treatment and
recycling of vehicles at their end of life, respecting the surrounding environment.
You can find further information on these collection and scrapping centres either from a Fiat or Fiat Commercial Vehicle
Dealership or by calling the freephone number 00800 3428 0000 or by going on the Fiat website.
* Vehicle for transporting passengers with a maximum of nine seats with a total permitted weight of 3.5 t
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RADIOFREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: MINISTERIAL APPROVALS
140AB0A0126
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WHATTODOIF
Fault Possible solution
... A TYRE IS PUNCTURED. Use the Fix&Go tyre repair kit. See page 131
... A TYRE DEFLATES. Restore the correct pressure. See page 183
... THE BATTERY IS FLAT. -See page 149 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
... THE INTERNAL ROOF LIGHT DOES NOT
SWITCH ON.Replace the bulb.See page 142 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
... THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ROOF
LIGHT DOES NOT SWITCH ON.Replace the bulb.See page 143 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
... AN EXTERNAL BULB (main beam, dipped
beam headlights...) DOES NOT COME ON.-Contact an Abarth
Dealership.
Replace the bulb.See page 142 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
... THE REMOTE CONTROL DOES NOT
WORK.Replace the batteries inside the remote
control.See page 13 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
... AN ELECTRIC WINDOW DOES NOT
WORK.Check the relevant protection fuse.See GENERAL
INFORMATION
page 144 or
contact an Abarth
Dealership.
Have the relevant window raising / lowering
motor checked.Contact an Abarth
Dealership.
... AN INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING
LIGHT SWITCHES ON.- See page 83.
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Fault Possible solution
... THE ENGINE DOES NOT START, THE
STARTER DOES NOT TURN.-Contact an Abarth
Dealership.
... THE ENGINE DOES NOT START OR
STOPS WHEN DRIVING.Check that there is sufficient fuel in the tank;
refuel if necessary.See FILLING THE TANK
page 64
... THE ENGINE DOES NOT START
FOLLOWING AN IMPACT.Fuel supply might be interrupted following
activation of the fuel cut off inertia switch.
Check the system re-activation procedure.See page 35
... ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO
HIGH INDICATION.Check the engine coolant level.See page 160 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
... IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO ENGAGE THE
GEARS.Have the gearbox/transmission checked.Contact an Abarth
Dealership.
... LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE,
POOR DRIVEABILITY, HIGH EXHAUST
EMISSIONS AND CONSUMPTION.Have the EOBD/injection system checked.See page 59 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
... THE ABS DOES NOT WORK. Have the ABS checked.See page 53 or contact an
Abarth Dealership.
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