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  • Page 1 USER 2015 GUIDE ABARTH I n c l u d e s C a b r i o...
  • Page 2 Towing Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside Assistance Replacement DVD kits may be purchased by visiting FIAT is a registered trademark of Fiat Group Marketing & Corporate Communication S.p.A., used under license by Chrysler Group LLC. © 2014 Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION/WELCOME UTILITY WELCOME FROM FIAT ... . . 2 TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) ..54 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTOR- DRIVER COCKPIT .

  • Page 4: Introduction/Welcome

    INTRODUCTION/WELCOME WELCOME FROM FIAT Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle. Be assured that it represents precision workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to our vehicles. Your new FIAT vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some driving conditions.
  • Page 5 If your symptoms persist, please see an authorized dealer. FIAT is a registered trademark of FIAT Group Marketing & Corporate Communica- tion SpA, used under license by Chrysler Group LLC.

  • Page 6: Controls At A Glance

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE DRIVER COCKPIT 1. Turn Signal/Lights Lever (behind steering wheel) pg. 25 2. Boost Gauge 3. Instrument Cluster pg. 6 4. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Display 5. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Controls pg. 50 6. Wiper/Washer Lever pg. 26 7.
  • Page 7 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 10. Defroster 11. Glove Compartment 12. Climate Control pg. 31 13. Heated Seats 14. Shifter 15. Power Windows pg. 29 16. Speed Control pg. 27 17. BLUE & ME™ Hands-Free Communication pg. 43 18. Hood Release pg. 77...

  • Page 8: Instrument Cluster

    CONTROLS AT A GLANCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 1. Tachometer 2. Temperature Gauge 3. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) (See page 55 for Instrument Cluster Warning Lights)
  • Page 9 CONTROLS AT A GLANCE 4. Fuel Gauge 5. Fuel Economy Gauge 6. Warning Lights (See page 60 for Instrument Cluster Warning Indicators.)

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED KEY FOB Locking and Unlocking the Doors and Liftgate • Push the LOCK button once to lock all the doors and the liftgate. • Push the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver’s door only and twice within five seconds to unlock all the doors and liftgate.

  • Page 11: Opening The Liftgate

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and others around you: • Before operating the power top, make sure that no moving parts of the con- vertible top can injure a person or animal.

  • Page 12: Vehicle Security Alarm

    GETTING STARTED VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors for unauthorized entry and the Keyless Enter-N-Go™ START/STOP button for unauthorized operation. While the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed, interior switches for door locks and decklid release are disabled. If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will provide the following audible and visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps and/or turn signals will flash, and the Vehicle Security Light in the instrument cluster will flash.

  • Page 13: Supplemental Restraint System (Srs) - Air Bags

    GETTING STARTED Seat Belt Pretensioner • The front seat belt system is equipped with pretensioning devices that are de- signed to remove slack from the seat belt in the event of a collision. • A deployed pretensioner or a deployed air bag must be replaced immediately. WARNING! •...
  • Page 14 GETTING STARTED Advanced Front Air Bags • This vehicle has Advanced Front Air Bags for both the driver and front passenger as a supplement to the seat belt restraint systems. The Advanced Front Air Bags will not deploy in every type of collision. •...
  • Page 15 GETTING STARTED • Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags have deployed. If you are involved in another collision, the air bags will not be in place to protect you. • If it is necessary to modify the air bag system for persons with disabilities, contact your authorized dealer.

  • Page 16: Child Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Side Air Bags need room to inflate. Do not lean against the door or window. Sit upright in the center of the seat. • Being too close to the Side Air Bags during deployment could cause you to be severely injured or killed.
  • Page 17 GETTING STARTED LATCH — Lower Anchors And Tethers For CHildren • Your vehicle is equipped with the child restraint anchorage system called LATCH, which stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. • All rear seating positions have lower anchors and top tether anchors. Latch Weight Limit You may use the LATCH anchorage sys- tem until the combined weight of the...
  • Page 18 GETTING STARTED Center Seat LATCH WARNING! This vehicle does not have a center seating position. Do not use the center lower LATCH anchorages to install a child seat in the center of the back seat. Installing The Child Restraint Using The LATCH Lower Anchors NOTE: Never “share”...
  • Page 19 GETTING STARTED To Install A Child Seat Using An ALR: 1. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt path. 2.
  • Page 20 GETTING STARTED Installing The Top Tether Strap (With Either Lower Anchors Or Vehicle Seat Belt): When installing a forward-facing child restraint, always secure the top tether strap, up to the tether anchor weight limit, whether the child restraint is installed with the lower anchors or the vehicle seat belt.

  • Page 21: Head Restraints

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • In a collision, an unrestrained child, even a tiny baby, can become a projec- tile inside the vehicle. The force required to hold even an infant on your lap could become so great that you could not hold the child, no matter how strong you are.

  • Page 22: Front Seats

    GETTING STARTED FRONT SEATS Manual Seat Adjustment Forward/Rearward • Lift up on the adjusting bar, located at the front of the seat near the floor, and release at the desired position. Then, using body pressure, move forward and backward on the seat to be sure that the seat adjusters have latched. Adjusting Bar Recliner •...
  • Page 23 GETTING STARTED Seat Height • Drivers front seat height can be raised or lowered by using a lever, located on the outboard side of the seat. Pump the lever upward to raise the seat height, or pump the lever downward to lower the seat height. Seat Height Lever EZ Entry Seats •...

  • Page 24: Rear Seats

    GETTING STARTED WARNING! • Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The sudden move- ment of the seat could cause you to lose control. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted, and you could be severely injured or killed. Only adjust a seat while the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 25: Tilt Steering Column

    GETTING STARTED TILT STEERING COLUMN The tilt lever is located on the steering column, below the turn signal lever. • Push down on the lever to unlock the steering column. • With one hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering column up or down as desired.

  • Page 26: Operating Your Vehicle

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS A long break-in period is not required for the engine and drivetrain (transmission and axle) in your vehicle. Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km). After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55 mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable. While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration within the limits of local traffic laws con- tributes to a good break-in.

  • Page 27: Turn Signal/Lights/High Beam Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER Turn Signal/Lane Change Assist • Tap the lever up or down once and the turn signal (right or left) will flash three times to indicate a lane change and automatically turn off. Headlights/Parking Lights •...

  • Page 28: Wiper/Washer Lever

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Fog Lights The fog light button is located on the climate controls. • Push the fog light button once to turn on the fog lights. • Push the fog light button a second time to turn the fog lights off. A fog light indicator will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate the fog lamps are on.

  • Page 29: Electronic Speed Control

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Rear Wiper Rear Wiper Operation • Rotate the end of the lever to activate the rear wiper. Rear Washer Operation • Push the lever forward and hold for as long as spray is desired. NOTE: The rear wiper will automatically operate if the front wipers are on and the vehicle is placed in reverse.
  • Page 30 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE • Metric Speed (km/h) • Pushing the RES + button once will result in a 1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the button results in an increase of 1 km/h. • If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will continue to increase until the button is released, then the new set speed will be established.

  • Page 31: Power Windows

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on when not in use is danger- ous. You could accidentally set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have a collision. Always leave the Elec- tronic Speed Control system off when you are not using it.

  • Page 32: Manual Climate Controls

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS Manual Climate Controls 1 — Push Knob For A/C 4 — Rotate Mode Control 2 — Rotate Recirculation Control 5 — Rotate Blower Control 3 — Push Rear Window Defroster Button 6 — Rotate Temperature Control Air Recirculation •...

  • Page 33: Automatic Temperature Controls (Atc)

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROLS (ATC) Automatic Temperature Controls 1 — Push Auto Button 6 — Push Blower Control Up/Down 2 — Push A/C Button Button 3 — Push OFF Button 7 — Push Rear Defrost Button 4 — Push Air Recirculation Button 8 —...

  • Page 34: Sport Mode

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE SPORT MODE In Sport mode, the engine is more responsive to the accelerator pedal, and pro- vides more power by increasing turbo boost. This mode increases steering feedback to the driver with slight increases in effort and throttle pedal-to-engine response. Changes to the transmission shift schedules for more aggressive shifting will occur on automatic transmission versions.

  • Page 35: Power Sunroof

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE POWER SUNROOF The power sunroof roof switch is located in the overhead console. To Open • Press and hold the POWER SUN- ROOF switch rearward for approxi- mately two seconds and the sunroof will stop at the vented position. Press the switch a second time and hold for approximately one second and re- lease, the sunroof will open fully, then...

  • Page 36: Power Convertible Top

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING! • Do not let children play with the sunroof, or leave children unattended in the vehicle, and do not leave the key in or near the vehicle (or in a location ac- cessible to children). Occupants, particularly unattended children, can be- come entrapped by the power sunroof while operating the power sunroof switch.
  • Page 37 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Raising The Power Top Auto Close From the convertible top fully open position, push the top close button for approxi- mately one second for the three-quarter open/spoiler position. Push the top close button for approximately one second a second time for the one-quarter open posi- tion.
  • Page 38 OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE Power Convertible Top Relearn Procedure If your power convertible top does not operate in the Auto Opening/Closing mode (automatically opening/closing to the one-quarter open and three-quarter open comfort stops), or if the remote keyless power top function is inoperable, or if the trunk lid does not open - the following relearn procedure may be necessary.

  • Page 39: Wind Buffeting

    OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE WIND BUFFETING • Wind buffeting can be described as a helicopter-type percussion sound. If buffet- ing occurs with the windows down, adjust one or both windows up or down slightly. • If buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening, or adjust any window.

  • Page 40: Electronics

    ELECTRONICS YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM 1. BLUE&ME™ Handsfree Communication pg. 43 2. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Right) pg. 42 3. Steering Wheel Audio Controls (Left) pg. 42 4. Audio System Mute Button 5. Uconnect® Radio pg. 40...
  • Page 41 ELECTRONICS 6. CD Eject Button 7. USB Port (Located inside glove compartment — charge only) 8. Audio Jack/USB Port (Located on center console) pg. 49 9. Power Outlet pg. 53...

  • Page 42: Am/Fm Radio With Cd Player And Siriusxm Satellite Radio

    ELECTRONICS AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND SiriusXM SATELLITE RADIO AM/FM Radio With CD Player And SiriusXM Satellite Radio 1 — Mute 9 — Fast Rewind 2 — Volume Up 10 — MENU 3 — ON/OFF 11 — AUDIO Settings 4 —...

  • Page 43: Audio Settings

    ELECTRONICS Audio Settings • Push the AUDIO button, then press the Up and Down arrows to select BASS, TREBLE, BALANCE and FADE. To adjust a setting, use the right and left arrows. Tuner • Push the TUNER button to select between AM, FM, SAT (SiriusXM Satellite Ra- dio) modes.

  • Page 44: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    ELECTRONICS STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS The Steering Wheel Audio Controls are located on the rear surface of the steer- ing wheel. Right Switch • Push the switch up or down to in- crease or decrease the volume. • Push the button in the center to change modes AM/FM/CD/SAT.

  • Page 45: Blue&Me™ Hands-Free Communication

    Voice Recognition. You can also interact with your mobile phone manually and visually using the steering wheel controls and the instrument panel multifunction display. Please refer to the Fiat Blue & Me Radio Supplement for further information. WARNING! Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury.
  • Page 46 ELECTRONICS Front Steering Wheel Buttons The operations of the front BLUE&ME™ Steering Wheel buttons, located on the front left of the steering wheel, are as follows: Front Steering Wheel Buttons 1 — MUTE/ESC 2 — PHONE/MENU 3 — PHONE HANG UP 4 —...
  • Page 47 ELECTRONICS Button Short push function Long push function (less than One second) (more than One second) MUTE/ESC Cancel voice recognition – Cancel a voice announce- ment Interrupt message reading Exit BLUE&ME™ Main Menu Exit the sub-menu and return to the previous menu option Exit current menu option without storing settings...
  • Page 48 ELECTRONICS BLUE&ME™ Hands-Free Communication • To use the hands-free feature, you need a Bluetooth® wireless technology enabled mobile phone. This hands-free feature gives you the possibility of interacting vocally with your mobile phone while driving, even if your mobile device does not feature this capability.

  • Page 49: Media Player

    ELECTRONICS • For certain mobile phones the phonebook is not copied automatically, in this case you must transfer the phonebook contacts using your mobile phone keypad. If BLUE&ME™ asks you to do this, then perform this procedure following the in- structions specific to your mobile phone and push the PHONE/MENU button on the steering wheel when you have finished.
  • Page 50 ELECTRONICS How To Connect The USB Stick/iPod® To BLUE&ME™ • To connect your USB stick/iPod® to BLUE&ME™, proceed as follows: • USB devices without USB wire: just connect the USB stick/iPod® (directly or by an extension lead) to the USB port on the car. •...

  • Page 51: Ipod®/Usb/Mp3 Control

    ELECTRONICS iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL The USB port located within the center console, allows you to plug an iPod® or USB device into the vehicle's sound sys- tem. To hear audio from devices connected to this port press the MEDIA button on the radio faceplate.

  • Page 52: Electronic Vehicle Information Center (Evic)

    ELECTRONICS ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER (EVIC) The EVIC features a driver interactive display that is located in the instrument clus- ter. Pushing the controls on the right side of the Instrument Cluster allows the driver to select vehicle information and Personal Settings. For additional information, refer to “Programmable Features”...

  • Page 53: Programmable Features

    ELECTRONICS PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) • The EVIC can be used to program the following Personal Settings. Push the MENU button until menu is displayed, then push the UP or DOWN but- tons to scroll through the settings. •...
  • Page 54 ELECTRONICS New Trip • A new trip can be reset or restarted by: • “Manual” resetting by the user, by pushing the Trip button; • “Automatically” resetting, when the “Trip distance” reaches 9999.9 miles or when the “Travel time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes); •...

  • Page 55: Power Outlet

    ELECTRONICS POWER OUTLET For added convenience there is a standard 12 Volt (13 Amp) power outlet located in the floor console. NOTE: • Do not exceed the maximum power of 160 Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts. If the 160 Watt (13 Amp) power rating is exceeded, the fuse protecting the sys- tem will need to be replaced.

  • Page 56: Utility

    UTILITY TRAILER TOWING WEIGHTS (MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT RATINGS) • Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended. RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTORHOME, ETC.) TOWING THIS VEHICLE BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE Towing Wheels OFF the Manual Automatic Condition Ground Transmission Transmission Transmission in Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED...

  • Page 57: What To Do In Emergencies

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE • If your Abarth requires jump start assistance, out of gas/fuel delivery, tire service, lockout service or towing due to a defect covered under the Basic Limited War- ranty, dial toll-free 1-888-242-6342 or 1-800-363-4869 for Canadian Residents. See your Warranty booklet for further details.
  • Page 58 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a differ- ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires).

  • Page 59: Seat Belt Reminder Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) per 12° F (7° C) of air temperature change. Keep this in mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage, especially in the Winter. Example: If garage temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the outside temperature is 32°F (0°C), then the cold tire inflation pressure should be increased by 3 psi (21 kPa), which equals 1 psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (7°C) for this outside temperature condition.

  • Page 60: Brake Warning Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Brake Warning Light This light monitors various brake functions, including brake fluid level and parking brake application. If the brake light turns on, it may indicate that the parking brake is applied, that the brake fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with the anti-lock brake system reservoir.

  • Page 61: Indicator Light

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Certain conditions, such as a loose or missing gas cap, poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the MIL after engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light stays on through several typical driving cycles.

  • Page 62: Instrument Cluster Indicator Lights

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHTS - Turn Signal Indicator The arrows will flash with the exterior turn signals when the turn signal lever is oper- ated. A tone will chime, and a EVIC message will appear if either turn signal is left on for more than 1 mile (1.6 km).

  • Page 63: Change Engine Oil

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES - Park/Headlight ON Indicator This indicator will illuminate when the park lights or headlights are turned on. - Power Steering System Warning This light is used to manage the electrical warning of the EPS (Electric Power Steer- ing System).

  • Page 64: If Your Engine Overheats

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS In any of the following situations, you can reduce the potential for overheating by taking the appropriate action: • On the highways — slow down. • In city traffic — while stopped, shift transmission into NEUTRAL, but do not in- crease engine idle speed.

  • Page 65: Tire Service Kit

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TIRE SERVICE KIT Your vehicle may be equipped with a Tire Service Kit. Small punctures up to 1/4” (6 mm) in the tire tread can be sealed with the Tire Ser- vice Kit. Foreign objects (e.g., screws or nails) should not be removed from the tire. The Tire Service Kit can be used in outside temperatures down to approximately -4°F (-20°C).
  • Page 66 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Tire Service Kit Usage Precautions • Replace the Tire Service Kit Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system. Refer to “Sealing A Tire With Tire Service Kit” section (F) “Sealant Bottle and Hose Replacement.”...
  • Page 67 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES (B) Setting Up To Use Tire Service Kit: 1. Turn the Mode Select Knob (5) to the Sealant Mode position. 2. Uncoil the Sealant Hose (6) and then remove the cap from the fitting at the end of the hose.
  • Page 68 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: If the Mode Select Knob (5) is on Air Mode and the pump is operating, air will dispense from the Air Pump Hose (7) only, not the Sealant Hose (6). If the sealant (white fluid) does flow through the Sealant Hose (6): 1.
  • Page 69 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES 3. Uncoil the power plug and insert the plug into the vehicles 12 Volt power outlet. 4. Check the pressure in the tire by reading the Pressure Gauge (3). If tire pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 Bar), the tire is too badly dam- aged.
  • Page 70 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES NOTE: • The metal end fitting from Power Plug (8) may get hot after use, so it should be handled carefully. • Failure to reinstall the cap on the fitting at the end of the Sealant Hose (6) can re- sult in sealant contacting your skin, clothing, and the vehicle’s interior.

  • Page 71: Jump-Starting Procedure

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE • If your vehicle has a discharged battery, it can be jump-started using a set of jumper cables and a battery in another vehicle or by using a portable battery booster pack. Jump-starting can be dangerous if done improperly so please fol- low the procedures in this section carefully.
  • Page 72 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES Jump-Starting Procedure 1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the booster battery.
  • Page 73 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES WARNING! • Do not attempt jump-starting if the battery is frozen. It could rupture or ex- plode and cause personal injury. • Take care to avoid the radiator cooling fan whenever the hood is raised. It can start anytime the ignition switch is on.

  • Page 74: Towing A Disabled Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE Towing Wheels OFF The AUTOMATIC MANUAL Condition Ground TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION If transmission is operable: • Transmission in Flat Tow NONE NOT ALLOWED NEUTRAL • 65 mph (104 km/h) max speed Rear NOT ALLOWED NOT ALLOWED Wheel Lift...

  • Page 75: Enhanced Accident Response System

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM In the event of an impact causing air bag deployment, if the communication network remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending on the nature of the event the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) will determine whether to have the En- hanced Accident Response System perform the following functions: •...
  • Page 76 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES In order to move your vehicle to the side of the road you must follow the system reset procedure. Customer Action Customer Will See 1. Turn ignition OFF. (Turn Signal Switch — must be placed in Neutral State). 2.

  • Page 77: Freeing A Stuck Vehicle

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE • If your vehicle becomes stuck in mud, sand or snow, it can often be moved by a rocking motion. Turn your steering wheel right and left to clear the area around the front wheels.

  • Page 78: Event Data Recorder (Edr)

    WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed.

  • Page 79: Maintaining Your Vehicle

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE OPENING THE HOOD 1. Pull the red release lever located be- low the instrument panel and in front of the driver’s door. 2. Raise the hood and locate the safety latch in the middle of the hood open- ing.

  • Page 80: Engine Compartment

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1.4L Turbo Engine 1. Coolant Pressure Cap 2. Engine Oil Dipstick 3. Brake Fluid Reservoir 4. Integrated Power Module (Fuses) 5. Battery...
  • Page 81 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 6. Air Cleaner Filter 7. Engine Oil Fill 8. Washer Fluid Reservoir 9. Engine Coolant Reservoir...

  • Page 82: Fluid Capacities

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FLUID CAPACITIES U.S. Metric 10.5 Gallons 40 Liters Fuel (Approximate) Engine Oil with Filter 1.4 Liter Turbo Engine 4 Quarts 3.8 Liters Cooling System 1.4 Liter Turbo Engine (MOPAR® Antifreeze/ 4.6 Quarts 4.4 Liters Engine Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile For- mula) —...

  • Page 83: Maintenance Procedures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! • Mixing of engine coolant (antifreeze) other than specified Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant (antifreeze), may result in engine damage and may decrease corrosion protection. Organic Additive Technology (OAT) engine coolant is different and should not be mixed with Hybrid Organic Ad- ditive Technology (HOAT) engine coolant (antifreeze) or any “globally com- patible”...

  • Page 84: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change indicator system. The oil change indicator system will remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change indicator message will illumi- nate.
  • Page 85 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Required Maintenance Intervals Refer to the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages for required maintenance. At Every Oil Change Interval As Indicated By Oil Change Indicator System: Change oil and filter. Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it oc- curs before the oil indicator system turns on.
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  • Page 89: Fuses

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE FUSES Interior Fuses The interior fuse panel is part of the Body Control Module (BCM) and is located on the driver's side under the instrument panel. Vehicle Fuse Cavity Mini Fuse Description Number 7.5 Amp Brown Right Low Beam Front and Rear Ceiling Lights Trunk 5 Amp Tan and Door Courtesy Lights...
  • Page 90 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Underhood Fuses The Front Distribution Unit is located on the right side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To access the fuses, press the release tabs and remove the cover. The ID number of the electrical component corresponding to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.

  • Page 91: Tire Pressures

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE TIRE PRESSURES • Check the inflation pressure of each tire, at least monthly and inflate to the rec- ommended pressure for your vehicle. • The tire pressures recommended for your vehicle are found on the “Tire and Loading Information”...

  • Page 92: Summer/Three-Season Tires

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE SUMMER/THREE-SEASON TIRES • This vehicle may be equipped with wheels and tires to enhance traction in both wet and dry conditions. • Summer tires are not intended to be driven in snow or on ice. • Use summer tires only in sets of four. NOTE: Summer tires will not contain the “all season”...
  • Page 93 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE Since this tire has limited tread life, the original equipment tire should be repaired (or replaced) and reinstalled on your vehicle at the first opportunity. Do not install a wheel cover or attempt to mount a conventional tire on the compact spare wheel, since the wheel is designed specifically for the compact spare tire.

  • Page 94: Wheel And Wheel Trim Care

    MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly with a mild soap and water to prevent corrosion. To remove heavy soil and/or excessive brake dust, use a wheel cleaner or equiva- lent or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner.

  • Page 95: Consumer Assistance

    Warranty Booklet. United States customers may visit the Fiat Contact Us page at www.fiat.com scroll to the bottom of the page and select the “Contact Us” link, then select the “Owner’s Manual and Glove Box Material” from the left menu. You may also obtain a complimentary copy by calling 1–888–242–6342 (U.S.) or...

  • Page 96: Reporting Safety Defects In The United States

    CONSUMER ASSISTANCE REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE UNITED STATES If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a collision or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying the manufacturer. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

  • Page 97: Mopar® Accessories

    MOPAR® ACCESSORIES AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® • The following highlights just some of the many Authentic FIAT 500 Abarth Acces- sories by MOPAR® featuring a fit, finish, and functionality specifically for your FIAT 500 Abarth. • In choosing Authentic Accessories you gain far more than expressive style, pre- mium protection, or extreme entertainment, you also benefit from enhancing your vehicle with accessories that have been thoroughly tested and factory-approved.

  • Page 98: Frequently Asked Questions

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GETTING STARTED • How do I install my LATCH Equipped Child Seat? pg. 16 • How do I fold down my rear seat? pg. 22 ELECTRONICS • What Sound System do I have? pg. 38 •...

  • Page 99: Index

    INDEX Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) . . .81 Caps, Filler Adding Washer Fluid ...81 Oil (Engine) ....81 Air Bag Car Washes .
  • Page 100 INDEX Selection of Coolant Fluids ....80 (Antifreeze) ... .80, 81 Fluids, Lubricants and Genuine Parts . .80 Corrosion Protection .
  • Page 101 INDEX Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) . .56 Programmable Electronic Features . . .51 Turn Signal ....25 Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren Radio (Sound Systems) ..40 (LATCH) .
  • Page 102 NOTES Tires USB Port ....49 Air Pressure ....89 Compact Spare ... .90 Vehicle Security Alarm Disarming .
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  • Page 107 Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
  • Page 108 Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com (U.S.), www.mopar.ca (Canada) or your local FIAT Dealer. of the Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet by visiting: (U.S.);...

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