2017 Abarth 500 brake

When necessary, it is possible to
engage 1st gear, reverse (R) or neutral
(N) with the engine off, the key at
MAR-ON and the brake pressed. In this
case, it is advisable to change allowing
at least 5 seconds to elapse between
one gear change and the next to
safeguard the operation of the hydraulic
system and the pump in particular.
Fully and quickly depressing the
accelerator pedal activates a function
that allows a "lively" departure.
For departures on a hill, accelerating
gradually but fully immediately after
having released the handbrake or the
brake pedal allows the engine to greatly
increase the rpm and tackle the
steepest gradients with more torque to
the wheels.
WARNING
20)Using the levers incorrectly (levers
pushed towards the dashboard) could
break them.
SPORT FUNCTION
When the SPORT button 1 fig. 77 is
pressed, the sports driving setting
is turned on giving greater
responsiveness during acceleration, an
increase in drive torque and more
precise steering with greater effort
required on the steering wheel.
When this function is on, the word
SPORT 1 fig. 78 is lit up in the display
and the instrument panel shows a
dedicated screen.
Press the button again to turn the
function off and restore the normal
driving setting.
IMPORTANT When the SPORT button
is pressed, the function is activated
about 5 seconds later.IMPORTANT During acceleration using
the SPORT function the steering may
shudder, which is typical of a sports
setting.
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TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the
vehicle must be fitted with an approved
tow hook and an adequate electrical
system. Installation should be carried
out by specialised personnel who
will issue the required papers for
travelling on roads.
Install any specific and/or additional
door mirrors as specified by the
Highway Code.
Remember that, when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, braking
distances increase and overtaking
takes longer depending on the overall
weight of the trailer.
Engage a low gear when driving
downhill, rather than constantly using
the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the
vehicle tow hook reduces the vehicle's
loading capacity by the same amount.
To make sure that the maximum
towable weight is not exceeded (given
in the vehicle registration document)
account should be taken of the fully
laden trailer, including accessories and
luggage.
Respect the speed limits specific to
each country for vehicles towing
trailers.In any case, the top speed must not
exceed 100 km/h.117) 118)
WARNING
117)The ABS with which the car is
equipped will not control the braking
system of the trailer. Particular caution is
required on slippery roads.
118)Never modify the braking system of
the vehicle to control the trailer brake. The
trailer braking system must be fully
independent of the car’s hydraulic system.
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Light bulbs
Use Type Power Ref. Figure
Main beams H7 55W D
Dipped headlights H7 55W D
Xenon gas discharge dipped beam headlights (where
present)DSI 35W F
Front side lights/day lights LED/W21W 21W A
Front direction indicators PY24W 24W B
Side direction indicators W5W 5W A
Rear direction indicators PY2IW 2IW B
Rear side lights/Brake lights P21/5 W 5/21W B
Reversing light W16W 16W B
Rear fog light W16W 16W B
Centre courtesy light C5W 5W C
Passenger side courtesy light C5W 5W C
Boot light W5W 5W A
Number plate light C5W 5W C
Fog lights HI 55W E
Third brake lights W5W 5W A
WARNING
119)Modifications or repairs to the electric system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system technical specifications into
account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
120)Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas, in the case of breakage they may burst causing glass fragments to be projected outwards.
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The bulbs are arranged as follows fig.
89:
1: side / brake light;
2: direction indicators.
REVERSING LIGHT/REAR
FOG LIGHT
For bulb replacement, contact an
Abarth Dealership.
THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS
To replace the bulb proceed as follows:
remove the two guard caps and
unscrew the two fastening screws 1 fig.
90;
remove the assembly;
disconnect the electrical connector
2 fig. 91;
press the retaining device 3 fig. 91
and open the bulb holder;
remove the press-fitted bulb to be
replaced and replace it;
close the bulb holder making sure
the retaining device is correctly locked;
screw in the two fastening screws
and reinstall the guard caps.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
apply pressure to the point shown
by the arrow fig. 92 and remove the
lens;
change the bulb, releasing it from
the side contacts;
fit the new bulb and make sure that
it is correctly clamped between the
contacts;
then refit the lens.
WARNING
121)Due to the high power supply
voltage, gas discharge bulbs (Xenon)
should only be replaced by specialised
personnel: danger of death! Contact
an Abarth Dealership.
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DASHBOARD FUSE BOX
DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Headlight alignment corrector F13
5(*)
Diagnosis socket, Uconnect, climate control, EOBD F36 15
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
(*) (where provided)
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DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPERE
Passenger side electric window F48 20
Parking sensor, controls backlighting F49 5
Climate control, brake lights, clutch, electric sunroof, electric
mirrorsF51 7.5
Instrument panel node F53 5
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“Fix&Go” KIT
The kit is located in the luggage
compartment under the load platform
cover.
There is one or two of the following kits,
depending on the vehicle version:
“Fix&Go Airflat” kit
“Fix&Go Automatic” kit
“Fix&Go Airflat” KIT
The kit is composed of:
a spray bottle 1 fig. 98 with the
sealant, equipped with filling pipe 2,
separated by the compressor 3;
compressor 3 with pressure gauge,
fitting valve to couple the bottle 1, cable
with supply socket 4 and pipe 5 to
restore pressure (this is inside the body
as shown);
adhesive label on the spray bottle 1,
with the message "max. 80 km/h" to
be placed where the driver can easily
see it (for example on the dashboard)
after repairing the tyre;
instruction booklet, explaining the
quick and correct use of the Fix&Go;
a pair of protective gloves.TYRE REPAIRING AND
PRESSURE RESTORING
PROCEDURE
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Proceed as follows:
Position the vehicle in a safe and
suitable area and engage the
handbrake. Take the kit. Open the
compressor cover and insert the
sealant cartridge 1 (fig. 99) in its
compartment, pressing firmly
downwards. Remove the adhesive
speed label and apply it in a visible
position. Wear the protective gloves
provided. Remove the valve cap 5 from
the punctured tyre and connect and
firmly tighten the transparent sealing
fluid tube 3.
Ensure that the on-off button 1 (fig.
100) is in the off0position. Insert the
electrical connector in the car’s 12V
socket.
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Move the on-off button 1 fig. 100 to
the onIposition to switch on the
compressor. When the pressure gauge
indicates the right pressure for the
car, switch off the compressor by
moving the on-off button1 to the0
position. If the pressure gauge 6 fig. 99
indicates a pressure lower than 1.8
bar / 26 psi 5 minutes after starting the
compressor, switch off the compressor,
disconnect the sealing fluid tube 3
(fig. 99) from the tyre valve, retighten
the valve cap and move the car about
10 meters to distribute the sealing
fluid in the tyre. Stop the car safely and
repeat the operation above until the
required pressure is reached. If after
other 5 min. from the compressor
ignition, the pressure gauge 6
still indicates a pressure lower than 1.8
bar / 26 psi, the TYRE IS TOO
DAMAGED AND CANNOT BE
REPAIRED. Disconnect, put the kit
back in its compartment and call
roadside assistance.If the required pressure is reached,
continue driving. Do not exceed
80 km/h. Avoid sudden acceleration or
braking. After driving for about 8 km /
5 miles, position the vehicle in a safe
and suitable area and engage the
handbrake. Take the kit, ensure that the
on-off button 1 (fig. 100) is in the0
position and insert the electrical
connector in the car’s 12V socket.
Remove the repaired tyre’s valve cap,
take out the black inflation tube and
screw it firmly onto the valve. Check the
tyre pressure shown on the pressure
gauge 6.
If the pressure is lower than 1.8 bar /
26 psi, the TYRE IS TOO DAMAGED
AND CANNOT BE REPAIRED.
Disconnect, put the kit back in its
compartment and call roadside
assistance.
If the pressure is equal to or higher
than 1.8 bar / 26 psi, switch on the
compressor to reach the required
pressure. Disconnect and replace the
kit in the specific compartment. Drive
carefully to a specialist or the
manufacturer’s dealership as soon as
possible.PRESSURE RESTORING
Take out the black inflation tube and
screw it firmly onto the tyre valve.
Follow the instructions given in fig. 98.
Press the button 2 fig. 101 to adjust
any tyre overpressure.
CARTRIDGE
REPLACEMENT
Only use Fix&Go original cartridges,
which can be purchased at the Abarth
Dealership. Press the release button
3 and lift it to remove the cartridge 1 fig.
101. Insert the new cartridge and
press it firmly downwards.
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