2017 Abarth 500 wheel

TOWING THE
VEHICLE
The tow hook, which is supplied with
the vehicle, is housed in the tool box,
under the carpet in the luggage
compartment.
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ATTACHING THE TOW
RING
Proceed as follows:
Front
release cap 1 fig. 107
take the tow hook 2 fig. 107 out of
its housing in the tool support;
fully tighten it on the threaded pin.Rear
release cap 1 fig. 108
take the tow hook 2 fig. 108 out of
its housing in the tool support;
fully tighten it on the threaded pin.
Towing with robotised
sequential transmission
Make sure that the gearbox is in neutral
(N) (checking that the vehicle moves
when pushed) and proceed in the same
way as for towing a normal vehicle
with a manual gearbox. If the gearbox
cannot be put in neutral, do not tow the
car and contact an Abarth Dealership.
WARNING
131)Before towing, turn the ignition key to
MAR-ON and then to STOP without
removing it. The steering column
will automatically lock when the key is
removed and the wheels cannot be
steered.
132)Before tightening the ring clean the
threaded housing thoroughly. Make sure
that the ring is fully fastened in the housing
before towing the car.
133)The front and rear tow hooks should
be used only for emergencies on the road.
You are allowed to tow the vehicle for
short distances using an appropriate
device in accordance with the highway
code (a rigid bar), to move the vehicle on
the road in readiness for towing or
transporting via a breakdown vehicle. Tow
rings MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles
off the road or where there are obstacles
and/or for towing operations using cables
or other non-rigid devices. In compliance
with the above conditions, towing must
take place with the two vehicles (one
towing, the other towed) aligned as much
as possible along the same centre line.
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134)Whilst towing, remember that as the
assistance of the brake servo and the
electric power assisted steering is
not available, greater force needs to be
exerted on the brake pedal and more effort
is required on the steering wheel. Do not
use flexible cables when towing and avoid
jerky movements. During towing, make
sure that the trailer hitch does not damage
any components it is touching. When
towing the vehicle, you must comply with
all specific traffic regulations, both in terms
of the towing device and behaviour on
the road. Do not start the engine while
towing the car.
135)Because of its conformation, the car
cannot be loaded onto railway carriages
and transported.
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SERVICING AND CARE
Correct servicing permits the
performance of the vehicle to be
maintained over time, as well as limited
running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.SCHEDULED SERVICING ...............113
SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN .....114
PERIODIC CHECKS ........................118
DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR .....118
CHECKING LEVELS........................119
BATTERY ........................................123
BATTERY RECHARGING ................124
WINDSCREEN/ REAR WINDOW
WIPER ............................................125
LIFTING THE VEHICLE....................126
WHEELS AND TYRES.....................126
BODYWORK ...................................127
INTERIOR .......................................130
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Rear window washer
The rear window washer jets are fixed.
The nozzle holder is located above
the rear window fig. 114.
WARNING
148)Driving with worn windscreen/rear
window wiper blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad
weather.
LIFTING THE
VEHICLE
35)
As a result of its sporty nature, the car
is fitted with aerodynamic spoilers at
the bottom and side skirts at the sides.
If the vehicle needs to be raised, go
to an Abarth Dealership which is
equipped with arm lifts and workshop
lifts.
WARNING
35)Take special care when positioning the
arm lifts or the workshop lift in order not
to damage the aerodynamic spoilers and
side skirts.
WHEELS AND TYRES
Check the pressure of each tyre,
including the space-saver wheel,
approximately every two weeks and
before long journeys: the pressure
should be checked with the tyre rested
and cold.
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It is normal for the pressure to increase
when the car is used; for the correct
tyre inflation pressure, see “Wheels” in
the “Technical specifications” section.
SNOW TYRES
Use snow tyres of the same size as the
standard tyres provided with the car.
An Abarth Dealership will be happy to
provide advice concerning the most
suitable type of tyre for the Customer's
requirements.
153)
For the type of tyre to be used, inflation
pressures and the specifications of
snow tyres, follow the instructions given
in the "Wheels" paragraph in the
"Technical specifications" chapter.
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SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations of
each country.
Snow chains can be fitted to the tyres
of the front wheels (drive wheels) only.
Check the tension of the snow chains
after the first few metres have been
driven.
36)
WARNING
149)Remember that the road holding
qualities of your car also depend on
correct tyre pressures.
150)If tyre pressure is too low, the tyre
may overheat and be severely damaged as
a result.
151)Do not switch tyres from the
right­hand side of the vehicle to the
left­hand side, and vice versa.
152)Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.
153)The max. speed for snow tyres with
“Q” marking is 160 km/h. The Highway
Code speed limits must however be always
strictly observed.
WARNING
36)Keep the vehicle's speed down when
snow chains are fitted; never exceed 50
km/h. Avoid potholes, steps and
pavements and avoid driving long
distances on roads not covered with snow
to avoid damaging the car and the
roadbed.
BODYWORK
PRESERVING THE
BODYWORK
Paint
To correctly wash the car, proceed as
follows:
remove the aerial from the roof to
prevent damage to it if the car is
washed in an automatic system;
if high pressure jets or cleaners are
used to wash the vehicle, keep a
distance of at least 40 cm from the
bodywork to avoid damage or
alteration. It should be remembered
that the build up of water can damage
the car over a period of time;
wash the bodywork using a low
pressure jet of water;
wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy
solution over the bodywork, frequently
rinsing the sponge;
rinse well with water and dry with a
jet of air or a chamois.
Dry the less visible parts with special
care, such as the door frames, bonnet
and the headlight frames, where water
may stagnate more easily. The car
should not be taken to a closed area
immediately, but left outside so that
residual water can evaporate.
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47)Rinse immediate to remove soap to
prevent stains and halos. Repeat the
operation if needed.
48)Rinse immediately, and repeat this
operation if necessary. If you choose to
waterproof the soft top, strictly follow the
instructions on the package of the
waterproofing product you have selected in
order to obtain optimal results.
49)The rubber seals on the soft top must
be cleaned exclusively with water. If you
notice that this trim is dry or is sticking,
apply talcum powder or products
specifically for rubber trim (silicone spray).INTERIOR
Regularly check that water is not
trapped under the mats (due to water
dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.),
as this could cause oxidation of the
sheet metal.
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SEATS AND FABRIC
PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner. It is advisable to use a
moist brush on velvet upholstery.
Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral
detergent.
PLASTIC AND COATED
PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior plastic
parts with a moist cloth and a solution
of water and non-abrasive mild soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and specifically
designed to prevent damage to the
appearance and colour of the treated
parts, to remove grease and tough
stains.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol, petrols
and derivatives to clean the instrument
panel lens.LEATHER PARTS
(where provided)
Use only water and mild soap to clean
these parts. Never use alcohol or
alcohol-based products. Before using a
specific product for cleaning interiors,
make sure that it does not contain
alcohol and/or alcohol-based
substances.
ALCANTARA PARTS
(STEERING WHEEL)
Procedure for restoring Alcantara
applied to the steering wheel:
Treat the surface using a microfibre
cloth moistened with mild Marseilles
soap and water, taking care to cover
the whole covered area, applying a
uniform light pressure (do not rub hard).
Rinse and wring out the microfibre
cloth, and pass over the covered area
treated in the previous point again.
Leave it to dry and brush it gently
with a soft brush.
50)
WARNING
154)Never use flammable products, such
as petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean
the inside of the car. The electrostatic
charges which are generated by rubbing
during the cleaning operation may cause a
fire.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Everything you may find useful for
understanding how your vehicle
is made and works is contained in this
chapter and illustrated with data, tables
and graphics. For the enthusiasts and
the technician, but also just for those
who want to know every detail of their
vehicle.IDENTIFICATION DATA....................133
ENGINE ..........................................134
WHEELS .........................................136
DIMENSIONS ..................................137
WEIGHTS........................................138
REFUELLING ..................................141
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ............142
PERFORMANCE .............................144
FUEL CONSUMPTION ....................145
CO2 EMISSIONS ...........................146
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING
THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS
LIFE ................................................147
RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSIONS .....148
CONTROL PANEL AND
ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS ...........149
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WHEELS
RIMS AND TYRES PROVIDED
Version Wheels Tyres provided Snow tyres
1.4 TB PETROL ABARTH61/2 J x 16H2-ET35
195/45 R16 84 V XL
(*)
(**)
7 J x 16H2-ET35
195/45 R16 84 V XL(*)
7 J x 17H2-ET35
205/40 R17 84 W XL(***)
7 J x 17H2-ET38
205/40 R17 84 W XL(***)
(*) 7-mm chains can be fitted.
(**) Winter tyres (Pirelli Snow Sport 195/45 R16) are also available for use if the car is mainly driven on snow-covered roads.
(***) Snow chains suitable for 205/40 R17 tyres are available at the Abarth Dealership. These may be used at a maximum speed of 50 km/h. Contact the Abarth
Dealership for more information about the use of snow chains.
COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE (bar)
When the tires are warm, the inflation pressure should be + 0.3 bar in relation to the recommended figure.
However, recheck that the value is correct with the tyre cold.
TyresMedium load(*)Full load
Front Rear Front Rear
195/45 R16 84 V XL 2.3 2.1 2.6 2.4
205/40 R17 84 W XL 2.3 2.1 2.6 2.4
(*) For speeds above 160 km/h, use the inflation pressures for maximum load conditions.
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