2016 FIAT 500 ABARTH light

Fog Lights — If Equipped
The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the
instrument panel, just below the radio.Push the switch once to turn the front fog lights on. Push
the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the
right side of the steering column.
NOTE:
The windshield wipers/washers will only oper-
ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.
Fog Light Switch
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NOTE:In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-
tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut
down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at
the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control
system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic
Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired
vehicle set speed.
To Activate
Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in
the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system
off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The Cruise
Indicator Light will turn off. The system should be
turned off when not in use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.
To Set A Desired Speed
Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle
has reached the desired speed, push the SET (-) button
and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will
operate at the selected speed.
NOTE: The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed
and on level ground before pushing the SET (-) button.
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NOTE:The Electronic Speed Control system maintains
speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on
moderate hills is normal.
On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so
it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed
Control.
WARNING!
Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve-
hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you
could lose control and have an accident. Do not use
Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads
that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.
REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED
The Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible
indications of the distance between the rear fascia/
bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
during a parking maneuver. Refer to the “Park Assist
System Usage Precautions” for the limitations of this
system and recommendations.
The Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the
transmission is placed into REVERSE.
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Power is available when the ignition switch is in the
ON/RUN or START position. Insert the cigar lighter or
accessory plug into the outlet for use. To preserve the
heating element, do not hold the lighter in the heating
position.
CAUTION!
•Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13
Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watts (13 Amps) power
rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the system
will need to be replaced.
• Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not insert any other object in the power
outlets as this will damage the outlet and blow the
fuse. Improper use of the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Power Outlet
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WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
CAUTION!
• Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
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Power Outlet Fuse Location – Underhood
F15 Fuse 15 A Blue Cigar Lighter Front Console/Aux Power Out-
let
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CAUTION!(Continued)
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
• Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat-
tery even more quickly. Only use these intermit-
tently and with great caution.
• After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
CIGAR LIGHTER — IF EQUIPPED
This is located on the center console, in front of the cup
holders. To activate the cigar lighter, push and release the
knob. After a few seconds the knob automatically returns
to its initial position, and the cigar lighter is ready for use.
WARNING!
When the cigar lighter is in use it becomes very hot.
To avoid serious injury, handle the cigar lighter with
care. Always check that the cigar lighter has turned
off.
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
CONTENTS
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES ..........136
 TURBO BOOST GAUGE ..................137
 SPORT INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS ..........138
 SPORT TURBO INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS . . . .142
 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .................146
 WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS .......149
▫ Red Telltale Indicator Lights ..............150
▫ Yellow Telltale Indicator Lights ............161
▫ Green Telltale Indicator Lights ............174
▫ Blue Telltale Indicator Lights ..............176▫
White Telltale Indicator Lights ............177
 ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
(EVIC) ............................. .178
▫ EVIC Control Buttons ..................178
▫ Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu ........................ .179
▫ Change Engine Oil Indicator System ........181
▫ Trip Computer ...................... .181
▫ Trip Button ......................... .182
▫ Tire Pressure ........................ .1834

INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES
1 — Side Vent7 — Passenger Air Bag13 — Storage Compartment
2 — Multifunction Lever – Light Control 8 — Glove Compartment 14 — Gear Selector
3 — Instrument Cluster And Warning
Lights 9 — Rear Defrost Button
15 — Sport Button
4 — Windshield Wiper, Washer, Trip Com-
puter 10 — Hazard Button
16 — Horn/Driver Airbag
5 — Central Air Vents 11 — Climate Controls17 — Boost Gauge
6 — Radio 12 — Power Windows Control
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