2016 Abarth 500 set time

VALUES DISPLAYED
Range (for versions/markets, where
provided)
This indicates the distance that can still
be travelled with the fuel in the tank,
assuming that driving style remains
unvaried. The display will show the
reading "----"when the following
events take place:
❒range value lower than 50 km (or 30
mi)
❒car parked with engine running for a
long period.
IMPORTANT The range can be affected
by several factors: driving style (see
"Driving style" paragraph in the
"Starting and driving" chapter), type of
route (motorway, towns and cities,
mountain roads, etc.), conditions of use
(load, tyre pressure, etc.). Trip planning
must therefore take the above into
account.
Distance travelled
This value shows the distance covered
from the start of the new journey.Average consumption
This value shows the approximate
average fuel consumption from the start
of the new journey.
Instant consumption (for versions/
markets, where provided)
This value shows the fuel consumption.
The value is constantly updated. The
display will show "----"ifthecar
is parked with the engine running.
Average speed
This value shows the car's average
speed based on the overall time
elapsed since the start of the new
journey.
Trip time
Time elapsed since the start of the new
journey.TRIP BUTTON
The TRIP button is located on the
right-hand stalk fig. 74. With the ignition
key turned to MAR-ON, this button
allows you to view the previously
described values and also zero them to
begin a new mission:
❒brief pressto access the various
value displays;
❒long pressto reset and then start a
new mission.
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New mission
This begins after a reset:
❒"manual" resetting by the user, by
pressing the relevant button;
❒"automatic" resetting, when the
"Distance travelled" reaches 99999.9
km or when the "Trip time" reaches
999:59 (999 hours and 59 minutes);
❒after disconnection/reconnection of
the battery.IMPORTANT The reset operation when
"Trip A" or "Trip B" details are being
displayed only resets the values
associated with the function displayed.
Start of journey
procedure
With the ignition key in the MAR-ON
position, reset by pressing the TRIP
button and keeping it pressed for more
than 2 seconds.Trip Exit
You can automatically exit the TRIP
function once all the values have been
displayed or by holding the MENU
button
down for more than 1
second.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the
torso straight and rested against the
backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the
tongue A fig. 75 and insert it into the
buckle B fig. 75, until it clicks into
place.
On removal, if the seat belt jams, let it
rewind for a short stretch, then pull
it out again without jerking.
Press button C fig. 75 to release the
belt.
Guide the belt while it is rewinding to
prevent it from twisting. Through the
retractor, the belt automatically adapts
to the body of the passenger wearing it,
allowing freedom of movement.The retractor may lock when the car is
parked on a steep slope: this is
perfectly normal. Furthermore, the
retractor mechanism locks the belt if it
is pulled sharply or in the event of
sudden braking, collisions or
high-speed bends.
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The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat
belts with three anchor points and a
retractor.
WARNING
65) Do not press button C when
travelling.
66) Remember that in the event of
an accident, the rear seat
passengers not wearing seat belts
are exposed to a very serious
risk and also represent a serious
danger for the front seat
occupants.
SBR (Seat Belt
Reminder) SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
This system comprises an acoustic
warning which, in conjunction with
the
warning light flashing on the
instrument panel, advises the driver if
their seat belt has not been fastened.
For long-term deactivation of the
SBR system, contact an Abarth
Dealership.
The acoustic warning can be
reactivated at any time through the
Setup menu (see "Menu items"
paragraph in "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter).
The system warns the driver and the
front passenger if their seat belt is
not fastened, as follows:
❒warning light
switched on
constantly and continuous acoustic
signal for the first 6 seconds;
❒warning light
flashing and
intermittent acoustic signal for the
first next 96 seconds.
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SAFETY

USING THE
GEARBOX
To engage the gears, press the clutch
pedal fully and put the gear lever into
the required position (the diagram
for gear engagement is shown on the
knob) fig. 95.
100)
21)
To engage reverse R from neutral,
move the lever to the right and then
backwards.
To assist the transmission of torque, a
limit on the engine revs when setting off
at 2,700 rpm can be noticed. When
the clutch pedal is released and the
vehicle is being driven, the engine revs
restriction is disabled.IMPORTANT Reverse can only be
engaged when the car is completely
stationary. With the engine running, wait
for at least 2 seconds with the clutch
pedal fully pressed before engaging
reverse to prevent damage to the gears
and grating.
IMPORTANT The clutch pedal should
be used only for gear changes. Do
not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal, however lightly. For
versions/markets where provided, the
electronic clutch control could cut
in, interpreting the incorrect driving style
as a fault.
WARNING
100) Depress the clutch pedal fully
to change gear correctly.
Therefore, the floor area
underneath the pedal unit must
not be obstructed in any way.
Ensure that the floor mat is
always laid flat and does not
interfere with use of the pedals.
IMPORTANT
21) Do not drive with your hand
resting on the gear lever as the
force exerted, even if slight, could
lead over time to premature wear
of the internal gearbox
components.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

SCHEDULED
SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the car
under the best conditions.
For this reason, Abarth has planned a
series of checks and services at fixed
distance intervals or fixed time intervals,
as described in the Scheduled
Servicing Plan.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by all
Abarth Dealerships according to a set
time schedule. If, during each
operation, in addition to the ones
scheduled, the need arises for further
replacements or repairs, these may
be carried out only with the explicit
agreement of the Customer. If your car
is used frequently for towing, the
interval between one service operation
and the next should be reduced.IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
The Scheduled Servicing services are
set out by the Manufacturer. Failure
to have them carried out may invalidate
the warranty.
It is advisable to inform an Abarth
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
For versions fitted with specific
equipment (e.g. Abarth Competizione
gearbox), in addition to what is
described in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan, refer to the relevant additional
items in the dedicated supplements.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE