2016 Abarth 500 instrument panel

Warning lights on
displayWhat it means What to do
amberSERVICE (SCHEDULED SERVICING)
The symbol is shown on the display together with
a dedicated message, with key at MAR-ON,
2,000 km (or equivalent value in miles) before the
following scheduled servicing interval and is
activated again every 200 km (or equivalent value
in miles).Go to an Abarth Dealership, where the operations
of the "Scheduled Servicing Plan" will be
performed and the message will be reset.
whiteSPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the car exceeds the speed limit set in the
Setup menu (e.g. 120 km/h), a message and a
dedicated symbol are shown on the display.
ENGAGEMENT OF SPORT FUNCTION
The SPORT indication is shown on the analogue
pressure gauge and the instrument panel shows
a dedicated screen when the "SPORT" function is
engaged by pressing the relevant button on the
dashboard (see the "Controls" paragraph in the
"Knowing your car" chapter). The indication
SPORT will switch off when the button is pressed
again.
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WARNING
64) If the warning light switches on, deteriorated engine oil must be changed as soon as possible, and never more than
500 km from the first time that the warning light switches on. Failure to observe the above indications may result in
severe damage to the engine and invalidate the warranty. The activation of this warning light is not related to the
amount of oil in the engine. Therefore, never top up with oil when the warning light starts flashing.
IMPORTANT
13) If thesymbol switches on when driving, stop the engine immediately and contact an Abarth Dealership.
14) To avoid damaging the engine it is advisable to change the engine oil when the
symbol flashes. In this case,
contact an Abarth Dealership.
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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.
65) 66)
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

All restraint devices must bear the
certification data, together with the
control mark, on a label solidly fixed to
the child restraint system which must
never be removed.
Lineaccessori Abarth offers child
restraint systems for each weight
group. These devices are
recommended having been specifically
designed for Abarth cars.
WARNING
71) SEVERE DANGER. When an
active passenger airbag is fitted,
DO NOT install rear facing child
restraint systems on the front
seat. Deployment of the airbag in
an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of
the severity of the impact. It is
advisable to always carry children
in a child restraint system on the
rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of
an impact.72) On the sun visor there is a label
with suitable symbols reminding
the user that it is compulsory
to deactivate the airbag if a rear
facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the
instructions on the passenger side
sun visor (see the "Front airbags"
paragraph).
73) On the sun visor there is a label
with suitable symbols
remembering that it is compulsory
to deactivate the airbag if a rear
facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the
instructions on the passenger side
sun visor (see the "Front airbags"
paragraph).
IMPORTANT
16) If necessary, children can stay
on the front seat, only if the
passenger's front airbag can be
disabled. In this case, check that
the airbag is actually deactivated
by making sure the warning light
appears on the instrument panel
(see "Passenger side front airbag"
in the "Front airbags" paragraph).
The passenger seat must also
be positioned back as far as
possible in order to avoid the child
restraint system from coming
into contact with the dashboard.
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SAFETY

PASSENGER SIDE FRONT
AIRBAG
This consists of an instantly inflating
cushion contained in a special
compartment in the dashboard fig. 87:
this bag has a larger volume than
that of the driver's.
81)
PASSENGER SIDE FRONT
AIRBAG AND CHILD
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
82)
ALWAYScomply with the instructions
on the label stuck on the passenger
side sun visor (fig. 88.DEACTIVATING THE
PASSENGER SIDE
AIRBAGS: FRONT
AIRBAG AND FRONT
SIDE BAG
83)
If a child must be carried on the front
seat in a rear facing child restraint
system, deactivate the passenger side
front airbag and front side bag.
Warning light A fig. 89 will stay on
constantly until the passenger side front
airbag and the front side bag are
reactivated.
IMPORTANT To manually deactivate the
passenger side front airbag and the
front side bag, see paragraph "Menu
items" in the "Knowing the instrument
panel" chapter.DRIVER SIDE KNEE BAG
It consists of an instantly inflating
cushion contained in a special
compartment under the lower steering
column guard fig. 90 at driver's knee
level. It provides further protection
to the driver in the event of a frontal
impact.
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STARTING THE
ENGINE
The car is fitted with an electronic
engine lock device: if the engine fails to
start, see the paragraph "Fiat CODE
system" in the "Knowing your car"
chapter.
The engine may be noisier during the
first few seconds of operation,
especially after a long period of
inactivity. This characteristic feature of
the hydraulic tappet system does
not compromise functionality or
reliability: the system chosen for your
car was designed to limit maintenance
interventions.
PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake and place the
gear lever in neutral;
❒fully press the clutch pedal without
touching the accelerator;
❒turn the ignition key to AVV and
release it as soon as the engine
starts.
If the engine does not start at the first
attempt, return the ignition key to STOP
before repeating the starting procedure.If, with key at MAR-ON, the
symbol
on the display stays on together with
the
warning light on the instrument
panel, it is advisable to turn the key
to STOP and then back to MAR-ON. If
the warning light remains on, try with
the other keys provided with the car.
Contact an Abarth Dealership if you still
cannot start the engine.
17) 18)
96) 97)
WARMING UP THE
ENGINE JUST AFTER IT
HAS STARTED
Proceed as follows:
❒drive off slowly, letting the engine turn
at medium revs. Do not accelerate
abruptly;
❒do not demand full performance at
first. It is advisable to wait until the
engine coolant temperature indicator
starts moving.
19)
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the
engine is idling.IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you
should allow the engine to "catch
its breath" before turning it off by letting
it idle to allow the temperature in the
engine compartment to fall.
20)
IMPORTANT
17) It is advisable not to demand
maximum performance from
your car (e.g. excessive
acceleration, long distances at
maximum rpm, excessively
intense braking, etc.) when it is
first used.
18) When the engine is off, do not
leave the key turned to MAR-ON
to prevent unnecessary electrical
consumption from draining the
battery.
19) Never bump start the engine by
pushing, towing or coasting
downhill. This could cause fuel to
flow into the catalytic converter
and damage it beyond repair.
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STARTING AND DRIVING

20) A quick burst on the accelerator
before turning off the engine
serves absolutely no practical
purpose; it wastes fuel and is
especially damaging to
turbocharged engines.
WARNING
96) It is dangerous to run the engine
in enclosed areas. The engine
takes in oxygen and releases
carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide
and other toxic gases.
97) Remember that the brake servo
and electric power steering are
not active until the engine is
started. A much greater effort will
therefore be required to use the
brake pedal or turn the steering
wheel.
PARKING
Proceed as follows:
❒stop the engine and engage the
handbrake;
❒engage a gear (first gear if parked
uphill or reverse if facing downhill)
and leave the wheels turned.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a
stone if the car is parked on a steep
slope.
Do not leave the ignition key on
MAR-ON to avoid draining the battery.
Always remove the key when you
leave the car.
98)
HANDBRAKE
The handbrake lever fig. 94 is located
between the two front seats.To use the handbrake pull the lever
upwards until the car cannot be moved.
99)
When the handbrake is on and the
ignition key is at MAR-ON, the
instrument panel warning light
will
come on.
Proceed as follows to release the
handbrake:
❒slightly lift the lever and press release
button A fig. 94;
❒keep button A pressed and lower the
lever. The
warning light in the
instrument panel will switch off.
Press the brake pedal when carrying
out this operation to prevent the car
from moving accidentally.
WARNING
98) Never leave children unattended
in the car. Always remove the
ignition key when leaving the car
and take it out with you.
99) The car should be braked after a
few clicks of the lever. If it is not,
contact an Abarth Dealership
to have it adjusted.
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DASHBOARD FUSE BOX
fig. 123
DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Right dipped headlight power supply F12 7,5
Left dipped headlight and headlight alignment control unit
power supplyF13 7,5
Engine compartment junction unit switch F31 5
Front, rear and luggage compartment roof lights F32 7,5
Diagnosis socket, radio, climate control, EOBD F36 10
Brake light switch, instrument panel node F37 5
Central door locking F38 15
Windscreen/rear window washer pump F43 15
Driver's side electric windows F47 20
Passenger side electric window F48 20
Parking sensor, control backlighting, electric mirrors F49 5
Airbag node F50 7,5
Radio switch,Blue&Me™, climate control system, brake
lights, clutchF51 7,5
Instrument panel node F53 5
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