Autostick - Automatic Transmission - Fiat ABARTH 500 2017 User Manual

OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
AUTOSTICK — AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
When the gear selector is in the AutoStick position (beside the DRIVE position), it
can be moved forward and rearward to manually select the transmission gear being
used. Moving the gear selector forward (-) triggers a downshift and rearward (+) an
upshift. The current gear is displayed in the instrument cluster.
NOTE:
In AutoStick mode, the transmission will only shift up or down when the driver moves the
gear selector rearward (+) or forward (-), except as described below.
• The transmission will automatically upshift when necessary to prevent engine
over-speed.
• The transmission will automatically downshift as the vehicle slows (to prevent en-
gine lugging) and will display the current gear.
• The transmission will automatically downshift to first gear when coming to a stop.
After a stop, the driver should manually upshift (+) the transmission as the vehicle
is accelerated.
• You can start out (from a stop) in first, second, or third gear. Starting out in sec-
ond or third gear can be helpful in snow or icy conditions. To select second or
third gear after the vehicle is brought to a stop, tap the gear selector rearward (+)
once or twice.
• The system will ignore shift commands that would cause engine lugging or over-
speed. An audible beep will sound if an inappropriate gear is requested.
• The system may revert to automatic shift mode if a fault or overheat condition is
detected.
To disengage AutoStick mode, return the gear selector to the DRIVE position. You
can shift in or out of the AutoStick position at any time without taking your foot off
the accelerator pedal.
NOTE:
Do not downshift for additional engine braking on a slippery surface. The drive wheels
could lose their grip and the vehicle could skid, causing a collision or personal injury.
Refer to the Owner's Manual on www.fiatusa.com/en/owners/manuals for complete
details.
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