Abarth 500C User Manual

Abarth 500C User Manual

Abarth-500c electrical soft top
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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This Supplement describes the operating modes of the ELECTRICAL SOFT TOP and the procedure for using the ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION by Abarth In order to be able to use the transmission correctly, this Supplement should be read carefully and completely in order to understand the correct, permitted operations from the outset.
  • Page 3: Engaging The 2 Nd Speed

    SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN ........22 Engaging reverse (R) ............... 16 CHECKING FLUID LEVELS ..........22 ENGAGING NEUTRAL (N) ............16 ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION HYDRAULIC ACTUATION SYSTEM OIL ....... 22 DISPLAYED INFORMATION ............. 17 PASSENGER SEAT SUITABILITY WARNING BUZZER ..............17 FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEATS ..........
  • Page 4: Electrical Soft Top

    ELECTRICAL SOFT TOP The car is provided with an automatical- ly actuated electric top. The top can be opened and closed using the controls inside the car located near the courtesy light or the remote control buttons (while opening and for the hori- zontal part only).
  • Page 5: From Soft Top In Intermediate Horizontal Position

    From soft top in intermediate Closing the soft top From intermediate position to soft horizontal position top completely closed From soft top completely open From the horizontal intermediate posi- Press the “one-touch” button B-fig. 3 in Press the “one-touch” button B-fig. 3 tion press the “one-touch”...
  • Page 6: Opening The Tailgate With Soft Top Completely Open

    WARNING Keep hands away from the soft top mechanism while opening and closing the soft top or if the soft top stops in a position be- fore the cycle is completed to prevent damage and injury. F0S0158m fig. 4 F0S0157m fig.
  • Page 7: Important Notes

    ❒ When the soft top is opened using IMPORTANT NOTES WARNING the relevant control, if the heated rear When leaving the car, ❒ The horizontal and vertical part of the windscreen had been engaged it is auto- always remove the key from top can be operated at any speed lower matically deactivated and the warning the ignition to avoid the risk of...
  • Page 8: Emergency Operation

    To restore automatic movement condi- position shown in fig. 8 (located inside described below: tions, contact an Abarth Dealership. the luggage compartment, underneath ❒ take the key A-fig. 6 provided and the parcel shelf);...
  • Page 9: Initialisation Procedure

    INITIALISATION PROCEDURE The soft top must be re-initialised after disconnecting the battery or if the rele- vant protection fuse is blown. Proceed as follows: ❒ before carrying our any operation, make sure the motor is running during the whole initialisation procedure; F0S0334m F0S0308m fig.
  • Page 10: Washing/Cleaning The Soft Top

    WASHING/CLEANING When using steam washers THE SOFT TOP high-pressure water washers, maintain a suitable Use of specific products is recommend- distance and do not exceed a maxi- ed for washing the top. mum temperature of 60 °C. Damage, The top fabric is treated with a special deformations and water infiltration water-repellent, waterproofing product.
  • Page 11: Waterproofing The Top

    Remove as much dirt from the surface of Waterproofing the top Interior top fabric the soft top with a soft brush or vacuum Remove dust with a soft brush. Avoid Use specific waterproofing products for cleaning before washing it. This opera- using hard brushes made of synthetic fabric tops.
  • Page 12: Abarth Competizione Transmission

    ❒ With the buttons 1 , N, R and brake ically controlled manual transmission pedal depressed, the 1 speed, neutral known as Abarth Competizione trans- (N) and reverse (R) can be engaged. mission which allows two operating log- ❒ With the buttons 1 , N, R and with- ics: MANUAL and AUTO.
  • Page 13: Operating Modes

    OPERATING MODES The transmission can work in two oper- ating modes: ❒ the first manual type (MANUAL), in which the driver decides directly when to change gear; ❒ the second completely automatic (AUTO), in which the system decides fig. 13 F0S0173m fig.
  • Page 14: Kick Down" Function

    “Kick Down” function To move the vehicle, the 1 or the re- verse (R) gear must always be engaged M ENU The "Kick Down" function is also available: RND RPT TPM CD- I N EQ LOUD AF LOC PTY TP TA RMB PB (with brake pedal depressed).
  • Page 15: Levers On The Steering Wheel

    If the engine does not start, contact an brake pedal and press the button 1 on LEVERS ON THE STEERING the transmission panel and the button R to Abarth Dealership. WHEEL fig. 16 engage the 1 speed and the reverse re- When the driver’s door is opened, the...
  • Page 16: Moving The Car

    MOVING THE CAR Engaging the 1 speed Engaging the 2 speed Starting the vehicle (setting off) is permit- Proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: ted in 1 and 2 speed (recommended on ❒ press the brake pedal; ❒ press the brake pedal; road surfaces with poor grip) and reverse ❒...
  • Page 17: Engaging Reverse (R)

    Engaging reverse (R) IMPORTANT With the vehicle in motion, ENGAGING NEUTRAL (N) the request is accepted and executed if the Reverse (R) can only be engaged with ve- Neutral (N) can only be engaged with ac- vehicle speed drops below 3 km/h within hicle stationary and brake pedal depressed.
  • Page 18: Displayed Information

    If the fault persists, (N) when: DISPLAYED INFORMATION contact an Abarth Dealership. ❒ the accelerator and/or the brake pedal When the ignition key is turned to the are not operated for at least 3 minutes;...
  • Page 19: Parking The Car

    ❒ Although it is highly inadvisable, if you PARKING THE CAR GENERAL WARNINGS are driving downhill and, for unex- ❒ With car stationary and gear engaged, To park safely, keeping a foot on the brake pected reasons, you let the car move pedal, the 1 or reverse (R) gear must be always keep the brake pedal pressed...
  • Page 20: Warning Lights And Messages

    TRANSMISSION – matically activate a procedure for protect- SEE HANDBOOK (red) ing the system. Contact an Abarth Dealer- When the ignition key is turned to MAR, ship if the message remains in the warning light turns on and should go the display.
  • Page 21: Clutch Overheating - See Manual

    If the message still appears in other than neutral (N) engaged. a starting attempt. the display, contact an Abarth Dealership. In this situation, keep the key on AVV for at least 7 seconds with the brake pressed.
  • Page 22: Gear Not Available

    1 PUSH BRAKE PEDAL – reverse (R). REPEAT OPERATION Contact an Abarth Dealer- The message appears in the display ac- ship if the message remains in companied, in some cases, by a buzzer for the display.
  • Page 23: Towing The Car

    Used transmission hydraulic actuation system oil contains substances that are harmful to the environment. It is advis- able to have the oil changed by an Abarth Dealership where it will be dis- posed respecting the environment and according to legal requirements.
  • Page 24: Passenger Seat Suitability For Isofix Child Seats

    PASSENGER SEAT SUITABILITY FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEATS The table below shows the different installation possibilities of Isofix restraint systems on seats fitted with Isofix fasteners in com- pliance with European standard ECE 16. Weight group Child seat position Isofix size class Rear side Isofix position Group 0 up to 10 kg Facing backwards...
  • Page 25: Engine Code - Bodywork Version

    Engine code Bodywork version 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION 312A3000 312AXF11 07B ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION Type code 312A3000 Cycle Otto Number and arrangement of cylinders 4 in line Piston bore and stroke 72 x 84...
  • Page 26: Transmission

    TRANSMISSION 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION Transmission Five forward speeds plus reverse with electronically managed electrohydraulic control system Clutch Electronically controlled electrohydraulic system Drive Front...
  • Page 27: Wheels

    RIMS AND TYRES Version Tyres provided J x 16 H2 ET35 195/45 R16 84V XL (*) 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION 7J x 17 H2 ET38 205/40 R17 84W XL (**) (*) Tyre suitable for 7 mm snow chains.
  • Page 28: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the vehicle equipped with its original tyres. Height is measured with the vehicle unladen. Boot volume Capacity with vehicle unladen (VDA standards) ....... 185 litres F0S135Ab ▲ ▲ ▲ 3657 2300 1480/1485( ) 1415/1409( 1627...
  • Page 29: Weights

    WEIGHTS 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION Weights (kg) Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment): 1085 Payload (*) including the driver: Maximum allowed loads (**) – front axle: – rear axle: – total:...
  • Page 30: Capacities

    CAPACITIES 1.4 TB BZ ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION Specified fuels litres Recommended products TUTELA CAR CS SPEED Special oil with ABARTH COMPETIZIONE TRANSMISSION 0.70 0.59 “ATF DEXRON III” additive hydraulic actuation system Contractual Technical Reference N. F005.F98 FUEL CONSUMPTION Fuel consumption according to the current European...
  • Page 33 Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. - Customer Services - Technical Services - Service Engineering Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 5 - 10040 Volvera - Torino (Italia) Print no. 603.97.890 - 05/2010 - 1 Edition...
  • Page 34 The data contained in this publication is intended merely as a guide. Fiat reserves the right to modify the models and versions described in this booklet at any time for technical and commercial reasons. If you have any further questions please consult your Abarth dealer. Printed in recycled paper without chlorine.

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