2016 Abarth 500 deactivate airbag

PREPARATION TO
INSTALL A PORTABLE
NAVIGATION SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Install the portable navigation system
in the housing on the dashboard fig. 39.
WARNING
15) The cigar lighter reaches high
temperatures. Handle it with
caution and do not allow it to be
used by children to avoid the
risk of fire or burns.
16) On both sides of the passenger
side sun visor there is a label
advising that it is compulsory to
deactivate the airbag if a rear
facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the
instructions on the label (see the
"Airbags" paragraph in chapter
"Safety").
17) Never travel with the glove
compartment open: it could injure
the passenger in the event of a
crash.
IMPORTANT
6) Accessories with a maximum
power of 180 W (maximum
electrical input 15 A) can be
connected to the socket.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
This section of the handbook gives you
all the information you need to
understand, interpret and use the
instrument panel correctly.DISPLAY ......................................... 68
MENU ITEMS .................................. 71
CONTROL PANEL AND
ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS ........... 78
TRIP COMPUTER ........................... 80
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES .................................... 83
- LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE
ENGAGED .......................................... 83
- EBD FAILURE .................................. 84
- AIRBAG FAILURE ............................. 84
- SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED .......... 85
- ABS FAILURE ................................... 86
- PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
DEACTIVATED .................................... 86
- INJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 87
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
(ESC) SYSTEM ................................... 88
- SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED
HEADLIGHTS ..................................... 89
- FOLLOW ME HOME ........................ 89
- LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR
............................................................ 89
- RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR ........................................ 90
- MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS .............. 90
-FOG LIGHTS ..................................... 90
-REAR FOG LIGHT ............................. 90
-WORN BRAKE PADS ........................ 91
-DUALDRIVE ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING FAILURE ........................... 91
- INSUFFICIENT ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE/ENGINE OIL
DETERIORATED ................................. 92
-ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED ........... 93
- ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH .......................................... 94-LOW BATTERY CHARGE .................. 95
-HILL HOLDER FAILURE .................... 95
- FIAT CODE SYSTEM FAILURE ......... 95
- FUEL RESERVE/LIMITED RANGE .... 96
- FUEL CUT-OFF ................................ 96
- FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAILURE ... 96
-INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING ........ 96
-EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE ............. 97
-ASR SYSTEM ................................... 97
- POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................ 97
- BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE ................... 97
- PARKING SENSOR FAILURE ........... 97
-iTPMS ............................................... 98
-SERVICE (SCHEDULED SERVICING)
............................................................ 99
-SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................. 99
-ENGAGEMENT OF SPORT
FUNCTION ......................................... 99
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Service (Scheduled
servicing)
Using this function you can display
information about the mileage intervals
for vehicle servicing.
To consult this information, proceed as
follows:
❒press the
button: the display
shows when servicing is due in
km/mi or days (where provided)
according to the previous setting (see
paragraph "Units of measurement");
❒press the
button to return to the
menu screen; press the button again
to return to the standard screen.
IMPORTANT The "Scheduled Servicing
Plan" includes car maintenance at
fixed intervals (refer to the "Maintenance
and care" chapter).This is displayed automatically, with
ignition key at MAR, 2000 km (or
equivalent value in miles) before
servicing or, where provided, 30 days
before servicing. It is also displayed
each time the key is turned to MAR or,
for versions/markets, where provided,
every 200 km (or equivalent value in
miles). Below this threshold servicing
indications are more frequent.
The display will be in km or miles
according to the unit of measurement
set. When the next scheduled servicing
is approaching, the word "Service"
will appear on the display, followed by
the number of kilometres/miles or
days (where provided) left, when the
ignition key is turned to MAR. Go to an
Abarth Dealership, where the
operations of the "Scheduled Servicing
Plan" will be performed and the
message will be reset.
When the service interval is reached
and for about 1000 km/600 mi or
30 days, a service due message is
displayed.Passenger airbag (front
passenger side airbag
and side bag for pelvis,
chest and shoulder
protection - Side bag -
activation/deactivation)
This function is used to activate/
deactivate the front passenger's airbag.
Proceed as follows:
❒press the MENU button
and
then, after displaying the message
("Bag pass: Off") (to deactivate)
or ("Bag pass: On") (to activate) by
means of buttons+and–press the
MENU button
again;
❒a confirmation request message will
appear on the display;
❒press buttons+or–to select (Yes)
(confirming activation/deactivation)
or (No) (to abort);
❒press the MENU button
briefly, a
message confirming the selection will
be displayed and you will return to
the menu screen or hold the button
down to return to the standard
screen without storing.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberABS FAILURE
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light switches on but it should switch off after a
few seconds.
The warning light switches on to indicate a
system fault. In this case the braking system will
work as normal, but without the extra
performance offered by the ABS.
The display shows the dedicated message.Drive carefully and contact an Abarth Dealership
as soon as possible.
amberPASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEACTIVATED
The
warning light switches on when the front
passenger airbag is deactivated.
With the front passenger airbag enabled, when
the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON the warning
light
switches on constantly for about 4
seconds, flashes for another 4 seconds and then
should switch off.
If the warning light flashes, this indicates an
airbag warning light fault.Before driving off, contact an Abarth Dealership to
have the system checked immediately.63)
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

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

Main recommendations
to carry children safely
❒Install the child restraint systems
on the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of an
impact.
❒Keep children in rear facing child
restraint systems for as long as
possible, at least until 2 years old.
❒Should a rear facing child restraint
system be installed on the rear seats,
it is advisable to position it as far
forward as the position of the front
seat allows.
❒If the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated always check the
permanent switching on of the
warning light to make sure that it
has actually been deactivated.
❒Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint
system itself. Keep the instructions in
the car along with the other
documents and this handbook. Do
not use second-hand child restraint
systems without instructions.
❒Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry
two children simultaneously.
❒Always check that the seat belts do
not rest on the child’s neck.❒Always check that the seat belt is
well fastened by pulling on it.
❒While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
❒Never allow a child to put the belt's
diagonal section under an arm or
behind their back.
❒Never carry children on your lap,
even newborns. No-one can restrain
a child in the event of an accident.
❒In the event of an accident, replace
the child restraint system with a
new one.
WARNING
76) The figure is indicative for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child
restraint system according to the
instructions, which must be
included.
77) If a Universal Isofix child
restraint system is not fixed to all
three anchorages, it will not be
able to protect the child correctly.
In a crash, the child could be
seriously or fatally injured.
78) Fit the child restraint system only
when the car is stationary. The
child restraint system is correctly
secured to the brackets when
you hear the click. Follow the
instructions for assembly,
disassembly and positioning that
the manufacturer must supply
with the child restraint system.
79) Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions,
which must be included.
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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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WARNING
80) Do not apply stickers or other objects on the steering wheel, on the dashboard in the passenger side airbag area, on
the side cover on the roof and on the seats. Never put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on the passenger's side
dashboard since they could interfere with correct inflation of the airbag and also cause serious injury to the
passengers.
81) 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. Therefore, always deactivate the passenger side airbag when a rear facing child restraint
system is installed on the front passenger seat. The front passenger seat must also be positioned back as far
as possible in order to prevent the child restraint system from coming into contact with the dashboard. Immediately
reactivate the passenger airbag as soon as the child restraint system has been removed.
82) 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.
83) Warning light
indicates fault of warning light. This condition is indicated by intermittent blinking of warning
light
for longer than 4 seconds. In this case, thewarning light may not indicate a fault in the restraint systems.
Before driving off, contact an Abarth Dealership to have the system checked immediately.
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