Brake System; Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs) - Fiat 500 Abarth Owner's Manual

228 STARTING AND OPERATING
1. To activate the Sport mode, press the SPORT button.
SPORT Button
Once activated, a SPORT message will be displayed in
the instrument cluster.
2. Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.
3. Press the accelerator pedal again to activate.

BRAKE SYSTEM

In the event power assist is lost for any reason (for
example; repeated brake applications with the engine
off), the brakes will still function. The effort required to
brake the vehicle will be significantly more than that
required with the power system operating.
If either the front or rear hydraulic system loses normal
capability, the remaining system will still function with some
loss of braking effectiveness. This will be evident by in-
creased pedal travel during application, greater pedal force
required to slow or stop, and activation of the Brake
Warning Light and the ABS Warning Light during brake use.

Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

The Four-Wheel ABS is designed to aid the driver in
maintaining vehicle control under adverse braking con-
ditions. The system operates with a separate computer to
modulate hydraulic pressure, to prevent wheel lock-up
and to help avoid skidding on slippery surfaces.