Abarth Punto Evo 2010 User Manual

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OWNER HANDBOOK

ABARTHPUNTOEVO

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for selecting Abarth and congratulations on your choice of an Abarth Punto Evo.

We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your car and use it in the best possible way.

You should read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.

It contains important information, advice and instructions for the use of the car which will help you get the very best out of your Abarth.

Read the warnings and indications, marked with the following symbols:

personal safety;

car safety;

environmental protection.

The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Abarth offers to its customers:

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the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity

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the range of additional services available to Abarth Customers.

Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!

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OWNER HANDBOOK 1-220

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RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION 257-258

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RADIO 221-254

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REFUELLING

Only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 conforming to the European specification EN 228.

The use of petrol that does not conform to the above-mentioned specification will cause the EOBD warning light to come on and the irregular operation of the engine.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.

PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL

The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the car on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other flammable material: fire hazard.

RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

The car is fitted with a system that allows continuous diagnosis of the components linked to emissions to ensure better respect for the environment.

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact an Abarth Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle electric system can support the required load.

CODE card

Keep the card in a safe place, not in the car. Make sure you have the electronic code written on the CODE card with you at all times.

SCHEDULED SERVICING

Correct car servicing is essential for ensuring it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its safety features, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.

THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS…

... important information and warnings on the correct use and maintenance of your car over time as well as safe driving tips. Pay special attention to the symbols

(personal safety) #(car safety) ! (environmental

protection).

VERY IMPORTANT

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DASHBOARD

The presence and position of the controls, instruments and gauges may vary depending on the version.

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1. Adjustable side air vents – 2. Fixed side air vents – 3. Left steering column stalk: external lights – 4. Instrument

panel – 5. Right steering column stalk: windscreen wiper controls, rear window wiper, trip computer – 6. Panel controls – 7. Portable navigation system setup (for versions/markets, where provided) –

8. Adjustable central air

vents – 9. Fixed upper air vent – 10. Front airbag – passenger side – 11. Glove compartment – 12. Light guide –

13. Radio (for versions/markets where provided) – 14. HVAC controls – 15. Ignition device – 16. Front airbag

– driver’s side – 17. Steering wheel adjustment lever – 18. Control panel: headlamp alignment adjustment/ reconfigurable multifunction display.

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THE FIAT CODE SYSTEM

This is an electronic engine locking system which increases protection against attempted thefts of the car. It is automatically activated when the ignition key is removed.

An electronic device is fitted in each ignition key grip. The device transmits a radio-frequency signal when the engine is started through a special aerial built into the ignition switch. The modulated signal, which changes each time the engine is started, is the “password”, by means of which the control unit recognises the key and enables to start the engine.

OPERATION

Each time the vehicle is started by turning the ignition key to MAR, the Fiat CODE system control unit sends a recognition code to the engine control unit to deactivate the immobiliser.

The acknowledgement code is sent only if the Fiat CODE system control unit has recognised the code transmitted from the key.

Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the Fiat CODE system deactivates the functions of the engine management control unit.

If the code is not recognised correctly during ignition, the

warning light comes on in the instrument panel.

SYMBOLS

Special coloured labels have been attached near or actually on some of the components of your car. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component.

The plate summarising the symbols used can be found under the bonnet, fig. 2.

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THE KEYS

CODE CARD fig. 3

(for versions/markets where provided)

The car is delivered with two copies of the ignition key and with the CODE card, which bears the following:

A the electronic code;

B The mechanical key code to be given to the Abarth

Dealership when ordering duplicate keys.

You should have the electronic code A-fig. 3 with you at all times.

IMPORTANT In order to ensure complete efficiency of the electronic devices inside the keys, they should never be exposed to direct sunlight.

In this case turn the key to STOP and then to MAR; if the lock persists try again with the spare set of keys. Contact an Abarth Dealership if you still cannot start the engine.

Warning light

coming on when driving

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If the warning light Yturns on, this means that the system is running a self-diagnosis (for example for a voltage drop).

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If the warning light Ystays on, contact an Abarth Dealership.

The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if the key is submitted to sharp knocks.

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KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL fig. 4

The metal insert A operates:

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the ignition switch;

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the door locks;

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the fuel cap lock/release (for versions/markets where provided);

Pressing button B opens/closes the metal insert.

All the keys and the CODE card must be handed over to the new owner when selling the car.

Button B should only be pressed when

the key is away from the body, in particular from the eyes and from objects that can be spoilt (e.g. clothes). Never leave the key unattended and make sure it can never be touched by others, especially children, who may inadvertently press the button.

WARNING

Button Ëis used for unlocking the doors and the boot. Button Á is used for locking the doors and the boot.

Button

is used to open the boot remotely.

When unlocking the doors, the passenger compartment ceiling lights will come on for a preset time.

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Replacing the battery of the key with remote control fig. 6

To replace the battery, proceed as follows:

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press button A and bring the metal insert B to the open position;

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turn the screw C to :using a fine bit screwdriver;

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take out the battery case D and replace the battery E, respecting its polarity;

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refit the battery case D inside the key and lock it by turning the screw C to Á.

LED indications on the dashboard fig. 5

When locking the doors, the LED on the button A switches on for about 3 seconds and than starts flashing (deterrence function).

Once doors are locked, if one or more doors or the tailgate are not closed correctly, the LED and direction indicators start flashing quickly.

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Used batteries are harmful to the environment. They should be disposed

of, as specified by law, in the special containers provided, otherwise take them to the Abarth Dealership, which will deal with their disposal.

REPLACING THE REMOTE CONTROL COVER fig. 7

To replace the remote control cover, follow the procedure shown in the diagram.

Request for additional remote controls

The system can recognise up to 8 keys with incorporated remote control. Should a new key with remote control be necessary, contact an Abarth Dealership, taking the CODE card, a personal identity document and the car’s ownership documents with you.

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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL fig. 8

The metal insert of the key A is fixed.

The key operates:

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the ignition switch;

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the door locks;

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the fuel tank cap lock (for versions/markets where provided).

ALARM

The car’s alarm system is available from Lineaccessori Abarth.

fig. 8

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The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are the following:

Type of key

Key without remote control

Key with remote control

Visual indication

Direction indicators flashing (only for key with remote control)

Deterrence led

Unlocking the doors

Turn key anticlockwise (driver’s side)

Briefly press

button

blinks twice

Off

Door closing from the outside

Turn key clockwise (driver’s side)

Briefly press

Á button

blinks once

On with a fixed light for about 3 seconds followed by deterrence led

flashing Dead lock (*)

–

Double pressing

button

3 blinks

Double flashing, followed by deterrence led flashing

Tailgate opening

–

Briefly press

button

blinks twice

Deterrent blinking

(*) For versions/markets, where provided.

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fig. 9

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If the ignition device has been tampered

with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it checked over by an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible.

WARNING

When getting out of the car, always

remove the key to prevent someone from accidentally activating the controls. Remember to engage the handbrake. If the car is parked on a slope uphill, engage the first gear; if the car is facing downhill, engage the reverse gear. Never leave children unattended in the car.

WARNING

IGNITION

The key can be turned to 3 different positions fig. 9:

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STOP: engine off, key can be extracted, steering locked. Some electrical devices (e.g. sound system, central door locking system, etc.) may work.

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MAR: driving position. All electric devices can operate.

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AVV: engine starting (temporary position).

The ignition switch is fitted with an electronic safety system that requires the ignition key to be turned back to STOP if the engine will not start, before the starting operation can be repeated.

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Never remove the key while the car is

moving. The steering wheel would automatically lock as soon as you try to turn it. This is always the case, even when the vehicle is being towed.

WARNING

It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any

after-sales operation involving steering system or steering column modifications (e.g. installing an anti-theft device) which could adversely affect performance and safety, invalidate the warranty and also result in the car failing to comply with regulations.

WARNING

STEERING LOCK

Engagement

When the key is at STOP, remove the key and turn the steering wheel until it locks.

Disengagement

Move the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

A Speedometer (speed indicator)

B Fuel level gauge with reserve

warning light

C Engine coolant temperature

gauge with overheating warning light

D Rev counter

E Reconfigurable multifunction

display

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INSTRUMENTS

The instrument background colour and type may vary according to the versions.

SPEEDOMETER fig. 11

This shows the speed of the vehicle.

REV COUNTER fig. 12

The rev counter shows the engine rpm.

IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine is “over-revving” resulting in a gradual loss of engine power.

When the engine is idling, the rev counter may indicate a gradual or sudden increase of the speed.

This behaviour is standard as it takes place during the activation of the climate control system or the fan. It should not be considered as a fault. In these cases, a slow change in revs is used to protect the battery charge.

FUEL LEVEL GAUGE fig. 13

The needle shows the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

E tank empty

F tank full

The reserve warning light A comes on to indicate that approximately 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank.

Do not travel with the fuel tank almost empty: the gaps in fuel delivery could damage the catalytic converter.

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C Low engine coolant temperature.

H High engine coolant temperature.

Warning light B may light up (and a message on the reconfigurable multifunction display may appear in certain versions) to indicate that the coolant temperature is too high; in this case, stop the engine and contact an Abarth Dealership.

See the description in the “Refuelling” paragraph.

IMPORTANT The needle will point to E and warning light A will flash to indicate a fault in the system. If this is the case, go to an Abarth Dealership to have the system checked.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE fig. 14

This shows the temperature of the engine coolant fluid and starts working when the fluid temperature exceeds approx. 50°C.

Under normal conditions, the needle assumes different positions within the scale depending on the usage conditions.

If the needle reaches the red area, stop the engine immediately and contact an Abarth Dealership.

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RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY

The car may be equipped with a reconfigurable multifunction display that, according to previous settings, will show useful driving information.

“STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 15

The standard screen shows the following information: A Time

B Date D Odometer (display of distance travelled in

kilometres/miles)

E Car status indications (e.g. doors open, possible ice on

road, etc.)

F Headlamp alignment position (only with dipped

headlamps on)

G Outside temperature

When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the display’s main screen will show the date fig. 15 or the turbocharging pressure fig. 16, depending on the setting previously chosen from the “First page” menu item (“Date” or “Engine info”).

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CONTROL BUTTONS FOR RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY fig. 17

+ To scroll through the displayed menu and the

related options upwards or to increase the value displayed.

MENU Press briefly to access the menu and/or ESC

go to the next screen or confirm your choice.

Hold pressed to go back to the standard screen.

– To scroll through the displayed menu and the related

options downwards or to decrease the value displayed.

Note Buttons + and – activate different functions according to the following situations:

Passenger compartment light adjustment

– on the standard screen, they control instrument panel brightness, the radio and the automatic climate control system.

Setup menu

– within the menu, they allow you to scroll up and down through the options;

– during setting operations they allow an increase or decrease.

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SETUP MENU

The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a cycle which can be selected through buttons + and – to access the different selection and setting options (setup) given in the following paragraphs. A submenu is provided for some items (Setting the clock and Set units).

The setup menu can be activated by pressing the MENU ESC button briefly fig. 18.

Press buttons + and – to scroll through the setup menu options.

Operating modes are different according to the characteristics of the option selected.

Selecting an option from the main menu without a submenu

– Briefly press MENU ESC to select the main menu option you wish to set;

– press buttons + or – (with a single press) to select the new setting;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to store the new setting and to go back to the main menu option selected previously.

Selecting an option from the main menu with a submenu:

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to display the first submenu option;

– Press + or – (with single presses) to scroll through all the submenu options.

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu;

– Press + or – (with single presses) to select the new setting for this submenu option.

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to store the new setting and go back to the previous menu option.

Selecting “Date” and “Set time”:

– briefly press MENU ESC to select the first value to change (e.g. hours/minutes or year/month/day).

– press buttons + or – (with a single press) to select the new setting;

– Briefly press MENU ESC to store the new setting and go to the next setup menu option; if this is the last one you will go back to the previous menu option.

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Hold down the MENU ESC button:

– to return to the set up menu if you are in the main menu;

– to return to the main menu if you are at another point of the menu (e.g.: at submenu option setting level, at submenu level or at main menu option setting level);

– to save only the settings already stored (and confirmed by pressing the MENU ESC button).

The setup menu environment is timed. Only the changes saved by the user (having been confirmed by briefly pressing MENU ESC) will be stored when the menu is automatically closed.

The menu consists of the following items:

– MENU

– SPEED BEEP

– CORNERING LIGHTS

– RAIN SENSOR

(for versions/markets where provided)

– TRIP B ACTIVATION/DATA

– SET TIME

– SET DATE

– FIRST PAGE

– SEE RADIO

– AUTOCLOSE

– UNITS OF MEASUREMENT:

– LANGUAGE

– BUZZER VOLUME

– BUTTON VOLUME

– SEAT BELT BEEP/BUZZ.

– SERVICE

– AIRBAG/PASSENGER BAG

– DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS

– EXIT MENU

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DISPLAY FUNCTIONS

SPEED BEEP (Setting the speed limit)

This function is used to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph); the driver is immediately alerted when this limit is exceeded (see chapter “Warning lights and messages”).

To set the desired speed limit, proceed as follows:

– briefly press the MENU ESC button: the display will show the words (Speed Beep);

– press button + or – to select speed limit activation (On) or deactivation (Off);

– when the function has been activated (On) by pressing buttons + or –, select the speed limit and press MENU ESC to confirm selection.

NB You can select a speed between 30 and 200 km/h, or 20 and 125 mph depending on the selected unit, see “Setting measurement unit (Unit)”. The setting will increase/decrease by five units each time the button + / – is pressed. Hold the button + / – pressed to increase/decrease the setting rapidly and automatically. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required value.

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

To cancel the setting, proceed as follows:

– press the MENU ESC button briefly to make the display flash (On);

– press the button –: “Off” flashes on the display;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

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– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

TRIP B ACTIVATION/DATA (Trip B enablement)

This function can be used to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B display (partial trip).

For further information see “Trip computer”.

Proceed as follows to switch the function on and off: – briefly press MENU ESC: On or Off will flash on the

display (depending on previous setting); – press the button + or – to select; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the

menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

CORNERING LIGHTS (activation/deactivation of Cornering lights – Fog lights with cornering function)

This function activates/deactivates the corner lights. To activate/deactivate (ON/OFF) the lights, proceed as follows:

– press the MENU ESC button briefly, the display will show “On” or “Off” flashing depending on the previous setting;

– press + or – to change the setting;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

RAIN SENSOR (Adjusting sensitivity)

(for versions/markets where provided)

This function allows you to adjust the rain sensor sensitivity to 4 levels.

To set the required sensitivity level, proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set sensitivity

level will flash on the display; – press the button + or – for setting;

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SET TIME (Setting the clock)

This function enables the clock to be set through two submenus: “Time” and “Format”.

To carry out the adjustment, proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: the display will show the

two submenus “Time” and “Mode”; – press the button + or – to switch between the two

submenus; – once you have selected a submenu, press MENU ESC

briefly; – if selecting “Time”, briefly press MENU ESC - the

“hours” will flash on the display; – press the button + or – for setting;

– briefly press MENU ESC: “minutes” will flash on the display;

– press the button + or – for setting; – if selecting “Mode”, briefly press MENU ESC: the mode

will flash on the display; – press the button + or – to select “24h” or “12h”.

When you have made the required adjustments, press MENU ESC to go back to the submenu screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without saving.

– hold down MENU ESC again to go back to the standard screen or main menu, depending on which point in the menu you have reached.

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FIRST PAGE (display of information on the main screen)

This function allows you to choose the information you would like to see on the main screen. You can choose to display the date or the turbocharger boost pressure.

To make your choice, proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC: “First page” will appear on the display;

– briefly press MENU ESC again to show the display options: “Date” and “Engine info”;

– press + or – to select the information you wish to see on the main page of the display;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

When the key is turned to MAR and the initial check stage is over, the display will show the information selected via the “First page” menu function.

SET DATE (Setting the date)

Using this function you can update the date (day – month – year).

Proceed as follows to update:

– briefly press MENU ESC: the day (dd) will flash on the display;

– press the button + or – for setting;

– briefly press MENU ESC: the month (mm) will flash on the display;

– press the button + or – for setting;

– briefly press MENU ESC: the year (yyyy) will flash on the display;

– press the button + or – for setting.

NOTE The setting increases or decreases by one unit each time button + or – is pressed. Hold the button pressed to increase/decrease the setting rapidly and automatically. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required value.

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

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AUTOCLOSE (Automatic central locking with car moving)

When activated (On), this function locks the doors automatically when the vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h.

Proceed as follows to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) this function:

– press the MENU ESC button briefly: the display will show a submenu;

– briefly press MENU ESC: On or Off will flash on the display (depending on previous setting);

– press + or – to make your choice;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the submenu screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without saving;

– hold MENU ESC pressed to go back to the standard screen or main menu according to the position in the menu.

SEE RADIO (Display of audio information)

With this function the display shows information about the sound system.

– Radio: selected radio station frequency or RDS message, automatic tuning activation or AutoSTore;

– audio CD, MP3 CD: track number;

– CD Changer: CD number and track number;

To show the sound system information on the display (On) or clear it (Off), proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC: On or Off will flash on the display (depending on previous setting);

– press + or – to make your choice;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

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If the distance unit is set to mi, fuel consumption is displayed in mpg.

– press + or – to make your choice;

– if selecting “Temperature”: briefly press MENU ESC and the display will show “°C” or “°F” (depending on the previous setting);

– press + or – to make your choice;

When you have made the required adjustments, briefly press MENU ESC to go back to the submenu screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without saving;

– hold the MENU ESC button down again to return to the standard screen or to the main menu according to the positon in the menu.

MEASUREMENT UNITS (Setting measurement units)

With this function is possible to set the unit of measurement in three submenus: “Distance”, “Consumption” and “Temperature”.

To set the required unit proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC to display the three submenus;

– press the button + or – to switch between the three submenus;

– once the submenu to be modified has been selected, briefly press the MENU ESC button;

– if selecting “Distance”: briefly press MENU ESC and the display will show “km” or “mi” (depending on the previous setting);

– press + or – to make your choice;

– if selecting “Consumption”: briefly press MENU ESC and the display will show “km/l”, “l/100km” or “mpg” (depending on the previous setting);

If the distance unit is set to km, you can set the fuel consumption unit to km/l or l/100km.

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LANGUAGE (Selecting language)

Display messages can be shown in different languages: Italian, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Polish, Turkish and Dutch.

To set the desired language, proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set language will flash on the display;

– press + or – to make your choice;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

WARNING VOLUME (Adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume)

With this function the volume of the buzzer which accompanies the display of any failure/warning can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set volume level will flash on the display;

– press the button + or – for setting;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

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BUTTON VOLUME (Adjusting the button volume)

This function may be used to adjust (to 8 levels) the volume of the noise made when the MENU ESC, + e – buttons are pressed.

To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set volume level will flash on the display;

– press the button + or – for setting;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

SEAT BELT BUZZ (SBR buzzer reactivation)

(for versions/markets where provided)

This function can only be displayed after Abarth Dealership has deactivated the SBR system (see paragraph “SBR system” in section “Safety devices”).

SERVICE (Scheduled servicing)

Using this function you can display information about the mileage intervals for car servicing.

To consult this display, proceed as follows:

– briefly press MENU ESC: service intervals in km or mi, depending on the previous setting, will be displayed (see “Measurement units”);

– press the MENU ESC button briefly to return to the menu screen or hold the button down to return to the standard screen.

Note The “Scheduled Servicing Plan” requires the vehicle to be serviced every 15,000 km (or 9,000 mi). This indication will appear automatically, with the key in MAR position, starting from 2,000 km (or 1,240 mi) when the next service is due and will be displayed again every 200 km (or 124 mi). Below 200 km servicing indications are more frequent. The displaying will be in kilometres or miles depending on the measurement unit settings. When the next scheduled service is approaching and the key is turned to MAR, the word Service will appear on the display, followed by the number of kilometres or miles left. Go to an Abarth Dealership, where the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” operations will be performed and the message will be reset.

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AIRBAG/PASSENGER BAG (Passenger front air bag and side bag – protecting chest/pelvis – activation/deactivation)

This function is used to activate/deactivate the front passenger’s airbag.

Proceed as follows:

❒

press MENU ESC and, after the message Bag pass: Off (to deactivate) or Bag pass: On (to activate) is displayed by pressing buttons + or –, press MENU ESC again;

❒

the display will show the confirmation request message;

❒

press + or – to select either Yes (to confirm activation/deactivation) or No (to abort);

❒

briefly press MENU ESC to confirm the setting and go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without saving.

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)

(for versions/markets where provided)

With this function is possible to turn the day lights on and off.

Proceed as follows to activate or deactivate this function:

– press the MENU ESC button briefly: the display will show a submenu;

– press the MENU ESC button briefly, the display will show On or Off flashing depending on the previous setting;

– press + or – to make your choice;

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the submenu screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without saving;

– again, give the MENU ESC button a long press to return to the standard screen or to the main menu according to the position in the menu.

EXIT MENU

This is the last function that closes the cycle of settings listed in the menu screen.

Briefly press MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen without saving.

Press – to return to the first menu option (Speed Beep).

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Values displayed

Outside temperature

Indicates the temperature outside the vehicle passenger compartment.

Range

This indicates the approximate distance that may be travelled with the fuel remaining in the tank, assuming that driving conditions do not change. The display will show the reading “----“ when the following events take place:

– range value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi) – car parked with engine running for a long period.

Distance travelled

This value shows the distance covered from the start of the new journey.

Average consumption

This value shows the approximate average fuel consumption from the start of the new journey.

Current consumption

This indicates the fuel consumption. The value is constantly updated. The display will show “----” if the car is parked with the engine running.

Average speed

This value shows the car’s average speed as a function of the overall time elapsed since the start of the new mission.

TRIP COMPUTER

General information

The Trip computer is used to display information on car operation when the key is turned to MAR. This function is made up of two separate trips called “Trip A” and “Trip B” which can monitor the car’s “complete mission” independently of each other. Both functions can be zeroed (reset - start of a new journey).

“Trip A” is used to display the figures relating to: – Outside temperature – Range – Trip distance – Average consumption – Current consumption – Average speed – Trip time (driving time).

Trip B allows the display of the following parameters: – Trip distance B – Average consumption B – Average speed B – Trip time B (driving time).

N.B. “Trip B” may be disabled (see “Activating Trip B”). “Range” and “Instantaneous consumption” cannot be reset.

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F0U018Ab

fig. 19

New mission

This begins after a reset:

– “manual” resetting by the user, by pressing the relevant button;

– “automatic” resetting, when the distance travelled reaches 99,999.9 km or when the journey time reaches

99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes);

– disconnection/reconnection of the battery.

IMPORTANT The reset operation when “Trip A” details are being displayed resets the information associated with this function only.

IMPORTANT The reset operation when “Trip B” details are being displayed resets the information associated with this function only.

Start of journey procedure

With the ignition key in the MAR position, reset by pressing the TRIP button and keeping it pressed for more than 2 seconds.

Exit Trip

To exit from the Trip function: keep MENU ESC pressed for over 2 seconds.

Trip time

Time elapsed since the start of the new journey.

IMPORTANT In the absence of information, Trip Computer values are displayed with “----”. When normal operating condition is restored, calculation of different units will restart regularly. No values displayed before the failure will be reset nor will a new mission be started.

TRIP control button fig. 19

The TRIP button is located on the right hand lever. With the ignition key turned to MAR, this button allows you to view the previously described parameters and reset them to begin a new mission:

– short press to display the different values;

– long press to reset and start a new mission.

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F0U019Ab

fig. 20

Lengthwise direction adjustment fig. 20

Lift lever A and push the seat forwards or backwards: in the driving position your arms should rest on the rim of the steering wheel.

Any adjustments should be carried out only when the vehicle is stationary.

WARNING

Once you have released the adjustment

lever, always check that the seat is locked on the guides by trying to move it back and forth. Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the seat moving suddenly and the driver losing control of the car.

WARNING

The fabric covers on your vehicle have been designed to resist normal wear and

tear for a long time. Some precautions are however needed. Avoid prolonged rubbing against clothing accessories, such as metal buckles, Velcro strips and the like, which by applying a high pressure on the fabric in a small area could cause the breakage of some threads and damage the upholstery.

FRONT SEATS

Height adjustment fig. 20

(for versions/markets where provided)

Move lever B upwards or downwards to achieve the required height.

IMPORTANT Adjustment must only be carried out when seated in the relevant seat.

Backrest angle adjustment fig. 20

Turn knob C.

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For maximum safety, keep the backrest

upright, lean back into it and make sure that the seat belt fits closely across your chest and hips.

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Always check that the seat is properly locked on the guides by trying to push it

backwards and forwards.

WARNING

The fabric upholstery of your car is designed to withstand normal wear and

Backrest tilting fig. 21

To access the rear seats, pull handle A upwards: the backrest will fold forwards and the seat will slide forwards when you push the backrest.

When you put the backrest back up, the seat will return to its original position (mechanical memory).

fig. 21

F0U020Ab

REAR SEATS

To fold the rear seats, refer to the “Extending the boot” paragraph in this section.

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The head restraints must be adjusted so

that the head, rather than the neck, rests on them. Only in this case can they protect your head correctly.

WARNING

REAR fig. 23

To move the head restraint upwards, raise it until a click is heard (position of use).

To bring it to the position of non-use, press button A and lower the head restraint into the backrest.

To extract the rear head restraints press buttons A and B simultaneously and pull them upwards.

IMPORTANT If the rear seats are used, always set the head restraints in the “completely raised” position.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

FRONT fig. 22

The front head restraints are fixed on the backrest and cannot be adjusted in height.

To make the best use of the head restraint’s protective action, adjust the backrest to keep the chest erect, with the head as close as possible to the restraint.

fig. 22

F0U022Ab

fig. 23

F0U023Ab

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Any adjustment of the steering wheel position must be carried out only with

the car stationary and the engine turned off.

WARNING

STEERING WHEEL

The driver can adjust the height and axial position of the steering wheel.

To carry out the adjustment, proceed as follows:

❒ release lever A-fig. 24 by pushing it forwards

(position 1);

❒ adjust the steering wheel;

❒ lock lever A by pulling it towards the steering wheel

(position 2).

fig. 24

F0U024Ab

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It is absolutely forbidden to carry out

any after-market operation involving steering system or steering column modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device) which could adversely affect performance and safety, invalidate warranty and also result in non-compliance of the car with type-approval requirements.

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ELECTROCHROMIC REAR-VIEW MIRROR fig. 26 (for versions/markets where provided)

Some versions have an electrochromic mirror with automatic antiglare function.

When the function is active, LED A on the mirror is on.

F0U025Ab

fig. 25

REAR VIEW MIRRORS

REAR VIEW MIRROR fig. 25

The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes its release in the event of a violent impact with the passenger.

Lever A can be used to move the mirror to two different positions: normal or antiglare.

F0U026Ab

fig. 26

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F0U027Ab

fig. 27

DOOR MIRRORS

Adjustment fig. 27

This operation is possible only with the key turned to MAR.

To carry out the adjustment, proceed as follows:

❒ use switch B to select the required mirror (left or

right);

❒ to adjust the mirror, move switch C in the four

directions.

Folding

When required (for example when the shape causes difficulty in narrow spaces), it is possible to fold the mirrors by moving them from position 1-fig. 28 to position 2.

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As the driver’s wing mirror is curved, it

may slightly alter the perception of distance.

WARNING

Defrosting/demisting

(for versions/markets where provided)

The mirrors are fitted with resistors that are activated when the heated rear windscreen is turned on (by pressing button

(

IMPORTANT This function is timed and it will turn off automatically after a few minutes.

When driving, the mirrors should always be in position 1-fig. 28.

F0U028Ab

fig. 28

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fig. 29

F0U029Ab

HEATING AND VENTILATION

1. Fixed upper vent – 2. Adjustable central vents – 3. Fixed side vents – 4. Adjustable side vents – 5. Lower vents for front seats – 6. Lower vents for rear seats.

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F0U0030Ab

fig. 31

F0U032Ab

fig. 30

F0U031Ab

fig. 32

OPENING/CLOSING THE VENTS

To open/close the air vents, move the wheel fig. 32.

ç = vent closed å = vent open

ADJUSTABLE SIDE AND CENTRE VENTS fig. 30-31-32

A Fixed vent for side windows

B Adjustable side vents

C Adjustable centre vents

Vents A are fixed.

To use vents B and C, adjust them as required using the device.

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

CONTROLS fig. 33

Knob A regulates the air temperature (mixing hot and cold air)

Red section = hot air

Blue section = cold air

Knob B activates/adjusts the fan p 0 = fan off

1-2-3 = fan speed

= max. fan speed

Knob C adjusts air distribution

to direct air to the centre and side vents;

to send air to the feet and direct cooler air to the dashboard vents, in intermediate temperature conditions;

for heating when the outside temperature is very low: to direct as much air as possible to the feet;

to warm the feet and, at the same time, demist the windscreen;

for quick windscreen demisting.

Button D turns air recirculation on/off

Press the button (button LED on) to turn the air internal recirculation on.

Press the button again (button LED off) to turn the air internal recirculation off.

Button E turns climate control system on/off

Press the button (button LED on) to turn the climate control system on.

Press the button again (button LED off) to turn the climate control system off.

fig. 33

F0U033Ab

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT VENTILATION

To ventilate the passenger compartment well, proceed as follows:

❒ turn knob A to the blue section;

❒ turn air recirculation off by pressing button D

(button LED off);

❒ turn knob C to

;

❒ turn knob B to the required speed.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (cooling)

For fast cooling of the passenger compartment, proceed as follows:

❒ turn knob A to the blue section;

❒ turn air recirculation on by pressing button D

(button LED on);

❒ turn knob C to

;

❒ press button E to turn the climate control system

on; the LED on the button will come on;

❒ rotate knob B to 4

(max. fan speed).

Cooling adjustment

❒ turn knob A to the right to increase the

temperature;

❒ turn air recirculation off by pressing button D

(button LED off);

❒ turn the knob B to reduce the fan speed.

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FAST PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HEATING

For the fast heating of the passenger compartment, proceed as follows:

❒ turn knob A to the red section;

❒ turn air recirculation on by pressing button D

(button LED on);

❒ turn knob C to

;

❒ rotate knob B to 4

(max. fan speed).

Then use the controls to maintain the required comfort conditions and press button D to turn air recirculation off (button LED off).

IMPORTANT With cold engine, you have to wait for a few minutes to let the system fluid reach the operating temperature.

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HEATING

Proceed as follows:

❒ turn knob A to the red section;

❒ turn knob C to the required symbol;

❒ turn knob B to the required speed.

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FRONT WINDOW FAST DEMISTING/ DEFROSTING (WINDSCREEN AND SIDE WINDOWS)

Proceed as follows:

❒ turn knob A to the red section;

❒ rotate knob B to 4

(max. fan speed);

❒ turn knob C to

;

❒ turn air recirculation off by pressing button D so the

button LED goes out.

After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls to restore the required comfort conditions.

IMPORTANT The climate control system is very useful for speeding up demisting since it dehumidifies the air. Adjust the controls as described above and press button E to switch the climate control system on; the LED on the button will light up.

Window demisting

In the event of considerable external moisture and/or rain and/or large differences in temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment, perform the following preventive window demisting procedure:

❒ turn knob A to the red section;

❒ turn air recirculation off by pressing button D so

that the button LED goes out;

❒ turn knob C to

or to position ®if the windows

do not demist;

❒ turn knob B to 2nd speed.

IMPORTANT The climate control system is very useful for preventing the windows from misting up in the presence of high humidity since it dries the air introduced into the passenger compartment.

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HEATED REAR WINDSCREEN AND DOOR MIRRORS DEMISTING/DEFROSTING fig. 34

(for versions/markets where provided)

Press the button A to activate this function; once enabled, the light on the button comes on.

This function is timed and will turn off automatically after 20 minutes. Press the button A again to switch the function off.

IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause it to stop working properly.

INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION ACTIVATION

Press

•

so that the button LED is on.

It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation on whilst queueing or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of polluted air. However, it is better not to use the function for long periods, particularly if there are many people on board, to prevent the windows from misting inside.

IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required heating or cooling conditions more quickly.

Do not use the air recirculation function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting inside.

SYSTEM SERVICING

In winter, the climate control system must be turned on at least once a month for about 10 minutes. Have the system inspected at an Abarth Dealership before the summer.

The system uses R134a refrigerant fluid which does not pollute the environment

in the event of accidental leakage. Under no circumstances should R12 fluid be used as it is incompatible with the system components.

fig. 34

F0U034Ab

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E heated rear window on/off button

F MONO function activation button (set temperature

alignment) and passenger side temperature adjustment knob

G climate control on/off button

H fan speed increase/decrease

I air distribution selection buttons;

L AUTO function activation button

(automatic operation) and driver side temperature adjustment knob

M interior temperature sensor

SWITCHING ON THE CLIMATE

CONTROL SYSTEM

The system can be activated by pressing any of the

buttons; it is, however, advisable to set the desired

temperatures on the display, then press the AUTO

button.

The climate control system allows you to customise the

temperatures requested (driver side and passenger side)

with a maximum difference of 7°C.

The climate control system compressor works only

with the engine running and with an outside

temperature of above 4°C.

TWO-ZONE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

(for versions/markets where provided)

DESCRIPTION

The car is equipped with a two-zone climate control system which allows you to adjust the air temperature on the driver’s and the passenger’s side separately.

CONTROLS fig. 35

A climate control compressor on/off button

B internal air recirculation on/off button

C climate control system information display

D button for activating the MAX-DEF function

(fast front window defrosting/demisting)

fig. 35

F0U035Ab

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AUTOMATIC FUNCTION OF THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (AUTO function)

Press the AUTO button; the system will automatically adjust:

❒ the amount of air introduced into the passenger

compartment;

❒ the distribution of air inside the passenger

compartment; cancelling any previous manual settings. During climate control system automatic operation, the

words FULL AUTO appear on the display. During automatic operation it is still possible to adjust

the temperatures set and carry out the following operations manually:

❒ fan speed adjustment; ❒ air distribution selection; ❒ switching internal air recirculation on/off; ❒ switching on the climate control system compressor.

ADJUSTING THE FAN SPEED

Press button pto increase/decrease the fan speed.

The 12 possible speeds are indicated by bars lighting up on the display:

❒ max fan speed = all bars lit ❒ min. fan speed = one bar lit.

The fan can be disabled (no bars lit) only if the climate control compressor has been switched off by pressing button

❄

To restore automatic fan speed control after a manual adjustment, press AUTO.

RAPID FRONT WINDOWS DEMISTING/ DEFROSTING (MAX-DEF function)

Press button

to automatically activate the timed operation of all the functions required to rapidly demist/defrost the windscreen and front side windows.

It is advisable not to use the air

recirculation function when the outside temperature is low to prevent the windows from rapidly misting up.

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These functions are:

❒ climate control compressor engagement (with an

outside temperature above 4°C);

❒ switching off, if previously on, of the interior air

recirculation (LED on button

off);

❒ switching on of heated rear windscreen (LED on

button

on) and door mirror heater coils;

❒ setting maximum air temperature;

❒ activation of air flow.

DEMISTING/DEFROSTING OF HEATED REAR WINDOW AND DOOR MIRRORS

Press button ( to activate; when this function is activated, the button LED lights up.

This function is timed and will turn off automatically after 20 minutes. Press the button ( again to switch the function off.

IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage.

IMPORTANT Press

to introduce air from the

outside (in this case the LED on the button should be off).

INTERNAL AIR RECIRCULATION ACTIVATION

Press button

. Air recirculation is carried out according to two possible operating modes:

❒ permanently off (air recirculation always off with

introduction of external air), indicated by the LED on button

being off;

❒ permanently on (air recirculation always on),

signalled by the LED on button

being lit.

When OFF is pressed, the climate control system automatically activates internal air recirculation (LED on button

on). It is still possible to activate outside air recirculation (LED on the button off) and vice versa, by pressing button

IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required heating or cooling conditions faster depending on the mode selected. It is not advisable to switch the air recirculation on when it is rainy/cold to prevent the windows from misting up, especially if the climate control is not turned on. It is advisable to switch the internal air recirculation on whilst queueing or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of polluted air.

Do not use the function for a long time, particularly if there are several passengers on board, to prevent the windows from misting up.

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SET TEMPERATURE ALIGNMENT (MONO function)

Press the MONO button to align the temperature between the driver side and passenger side. Then turn the AUTO or MONO knob to increase/decrease the temperature between the two areas by the same amount. Press MONO again to deactivate the function.

CLIMATE CONTROL COMPRESSOR ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION

Press button ò to switch on the climate control system compressor.

Compressor engagement

❒ the LED on button ò is lit up; ❒ symbol ò is shown on the display.

Compressor off

❒ the LED on button ò is off; ❒ symbol ò disappears from the display;

❒ internal air recirculation excluded.

With the climate control compressor switched off, air cannot be introduced into the passenger compartment that has a lower temperature than the outside air; in this case the ò symbol in the display will flash.

The deactivation of the climate control compressor is memorised even after the engine has stopped. To turn the climate control compressor back on, press button ò again or press AUTO: if you press AUTO, the other manual settings will be cancelled.

SETTING THE AIR DISTRIBUTION

Press one or more of buttons Q/E/Z to manually select one of the 7 possible air distribution settings for the passenger compartment:

Q Air flow to the windscreen and front side

window vents to demist/defrost them.

Z Air flow to the front and rear footwell vents. This

air distribution allows the passenger compartment to be warmed up quickly.

Q Z

Air flow distribution between front and rear vents, centre/side dashboard vents, rear vent and windscreen and front side window demisting/defrosting vents.

E Air flow distribution to centre/side dashboard

vents (passenger’s body).

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Q Air flow distribution between the footwell Z vents and the windscreen and front side window

demisting/defrosting vents. This distribution setting allows the passenger compartment to warm up efficiently and prevents the windows from misting up.

ZE Air flow distribution between footwell vents

(hotter air) and centre/side dashboard vents and rear vent (cooler air).

EQ Air flow distribution between centre/side

dashboard vents, rear vent and windscreen and front side window demisting/defrosting vents. This distribution setting ventilates the passenger compartment well and prevents the windows from misting up.

IMPORTANT For the climate control system to function, at least one of the following buttons must be on: Q/E/Z. The system does not allow all the buttons Q/E/Z to be switched off.

IMPORTANT Push the OFF button to turn the climate control system back on: in this way, all operating conditions saved before switching off are restored.

To restore automatic control of the air distribution after a manual selection, press the AUTO button.

ADDITIONAL HEATER

(for versions/markets where provided)

This device warms up the passenger compartment more quickly when it is very cold and the engine coolant temperature is low.

In these conditions, the device comes on automatically when the engine is started and the fan is on.

The additional heater turns off automatically after reaching the required comfort conditions.

IMPORTANT The heater will not turn on if the battery voltage is too low.

SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Press the OFF button.

The following information is shown on the display:

❒ the word OFF;

❒ outside temperature reading;

❒ indication that air recirculation is switched on (LED

on button

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F0U036Ab

fig. 36

The daytime lights are an alternative to

dipped beam headlights for driving during the daytime. They are compliant in countries where is it obligatory to have lights on during the day and permitted in those where it is not obligatory. Daytime running lights cannot replace dipped headlights when driving at night or through tunnels. The use of daytime running lights is governed by the highway code of the country in which you are driving. Comply with legal requirements.

WARNING

EXTERNAL LIGHTS

The left-hand stalk operates most of the external lights. The ignition key has to be in the MAR position for the exterior lights to come on. The instrument panel and the various dashboard controls will come on with the external lights.

The twist switch positions are shown in fig. 36:

O Day lights (D.R.L.)

6 Day lights (D.R.L.) and side lights

2 Side lights and dipped headlamps

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) fig. 36

(for versions/markets where provided)

With the ignition key turned to MAR and the twist switch turned to position

O the daytime running lights

are automatically activated; the other lights and interior lighting remain off.

DIPPED HEADLAMPS/SIDE LIGHTS fig. 36

With the ignition key turned to MAR, turn the twist switch to

. If dipped beams are activated, the daytime running lights go out and the side lights and dipped headlights come on. The warning light 3on the instrument panel comes on. When the ignition key is turned to STOP or removed and the twist switch is turned from

O to

, all the side lights and number

plate lights come on. The warning light

3

on the

instrument panel comes on.

The automatic operation of the daytime running lights can be activated/deactivated via the display menu (see “Reconfigurable multifunction display” paragraph in this section). If the daytime running lights are deactivated, no light comes on when the twist switch is turned to

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The ¥ or Î lights will blink on the instrument panel. The indicators switch off automatically when the steering wheel is straightened.

Lane change function

If you wish to signal a lane change, place the left lever in the unstable position for less than half a second. The direction indicator on the selected side flashes three times and then switches off automatically.

“FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE

This allows the space surrounding the car to be lit up for a certain period of time.

Activation

With the key turned to STOP or removed, pull the lefthand stalk towards the steering wheel within 2 minutes from when the engine is turned off. At each single movement of the stalk, the lights will remain on for an extra 30 seconds up to a maximum of 210 seconds; then the lights are switched off automatically.

fig. 37

F0U037Ab

MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS fig. 36

With twist switch in position

, push the stalk forward toward the dashboard (stable position). The warning light 1on the instrument panel will come on. Pulling the stalk towards the steering wheel, the main beams are turned off and the dipped beams on.

FLASHING fig. 36

You can flash the beams pulling the stalk toward the steering wheel (unstable position). The warning light

on the instrument panel will come on.

DIRECTION INDICATORS fig. 37

Place the lever in the (stable) position:

up (position

1): activates the right direction indicator;

down (position

2): activates the left direction indicator.

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F0U038Ab

fig. 38

WINDOW WASHING

The right-hand lever fig. 38 controls windscreen wiper/washer and heated rear window wiper/washer operation.

WINDSCREEN WASHER/WIPER

This operates only with the ignition key turned to MAR.

The twist switch on the right stalk can be moved to four different positions:

O windscreen wiper off;

≤

intermittent operation;

≥

slow operation;

fast operation.

Move the stalk to position A (unstable) to limit operation to the time for which the stalk is held in this position.

When the stalk is moved, the light

on the instrument panel will light up and the corresponding message will appear in the display (see “Warning lights and messages”) as long as the function is on. The warning light comes on when the lever is operated and stays on until the function is automatically deactivated. Each movement of the lever only increases the amount of time the lights stay on.

Deactivation

Keep the lever pulled towards the steering wheel for more than 2 seconds.

FRONT FOG LIGHTS WITH CORNERING LIGHTS FUNCTION

When the dipped headlamps are on and the speed is below 40 km/h, if the steering wheel rotation angle is large or the direction indicators are on, a light (incorporated in the fog light) will come on on the relevant side to improve visibility at nightime. This function can be activated/deactivated via the display menu (see “Display functions” in this section).

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The wiper stops working three strokes after the stalk is released. A further stroke 6 seconds later completes the wiping operation.

RAIN SENSOR

(for versions/markets where provided)

The rain sensor is located behind the rear view mirror in contact with the windscreen and has the purpose of automatically adjusting the frequency of the windscreen wiper strokes depending on the intensity of the rain during intermittent operation.

IMPORTANT Keep the glass in the sensor area clean.

Activation

Move the twist switch on the right-hand stalk to

≤

fig.

38. The activation of the sensor is signalled by a wiper stroke. Through the setup menu it is possible to increase the sensitivity of the rain sensor. The increasing of the rain sensor sensitivity is signalled by a “stroke” to show the command has been acquired. If the windscreen washer is used with the rain sensor activated, the normal washing cycle is performed, after which the rain sensor resumes its normal automatic operation.

Never use the windscreen wipers to remove layers of snow or ice from the

windscreen. In such conditions, the windscreen wipers may be subjected to excessive stress and the motor protection which prevents operation for a few seconds may intervene. If operation is not restored, even after turning the key and restarting the engine, go to an Abarth Dealership.

When released, the stalk returns to its default position and the wipers automatically switch off.

With the twist switch at

≤

, the windscreen wiper will

automatically adapt to the speed of the car.

IMPORTANT Replace the wiper blades as specified in the “Maintenance and care” section.

“Smart washing” function

Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel (unstable position) to operate the windscreen washer.

Keeping the lever pulled for more than half a second, with just one movement it is possible to operate the washer jet and the wiper at the same time.

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Do not use the rear window wiper to remove layers of snow or ice. In such

conditions, the rear window wiper may be subjected to excessive stress, prompting intervention from the motor protection which prevents operation for a few seconds. If operation is not restored, even after turning the key and restarting the engine, go to an Abarth Dealership.

Deactivation

Move the stalk twist switch away from the position

≤

fig. 38 or turn the ignition key to STOP. When the engine is next started (key at MAR), the sensor will not be reactivated even if the twist switch is still at ≤fig.

38. To activate the rain sensor, you have to move the twist switch from ≤to another position and then back to ≤. Rain sensor activation will be indicated by at least one wiper “stroke” even if the windscreen is dry.

REAR WINDOW WASHER/ WIPER

This operates only with the ignition key turned to MAR. The function stops when the stalk is released. Turning the twist switch from O to

will operate the rear

window wiper as follows:

❒ in intermittent mode if the windscreen wiper is off; ❒ synchronised operation (but with half-stroke

frequency) when the windscreen wiper is on;

❒ continuous operation with reverse engaged and

function on.

The rear window wiper will operate in continuous mode when the windscreen wiper is on and reverse gear is engaged.

Pushing the stalk towards the dashboard (unstable position) the rear window washer jet will activate.

Keep the stalk pushed for more than half a second to activate the rear window wiper as well.

Releasing the stalk will activate the smart washing function, as described for the windscreen wiper.

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❒ move the stalk upwards (+) for at least one second,

then release it. The car speed is now memorised and you can therefore release the accelerator pedal.

If needed (when overtaking for instance), you can

accelerate simply by pressing the accelerator pedal;

when you release the pedal, the car will return to the

speed memorised previously.

RESTORING THE MEMORISED SPEED

If the device has been switched off, for example by

depressing the brake or clutch pedal, the memorised

speed can be restored as follows:

❒ accelerate gradually until reaching a speed

approaching the memorised speed;

❒ engage the gear selected at the time of speed

memorisation;

❒ press button RES B-fig. 39.

CRUISE CONTROL

(for versions/markets where provided)

This is an electronically controlled device which allows the vehicle to be driven at a chosen speed above 30 km/h on long stretches of dry, straight roads with few variations (e.g. motorways), without having to depress the accelerator pedal. It is therefore not recommended to use this device on extra-urban roads with traffic. Do not use it in town.

TURING THE DEVICE ON

Turn twist switch A-fig. 39 to ON.

The cruise control cannot be engaged in 1st or reverse gear. It is advisable to engage it in 4th gear or higher. When travelling downhill with the device engaged, the vehicle speed may slightly exceed the preset one. When the device is activated the warning light

comes on together with the relevant message on the instrument panel.

SETTING VEHICLE SPEED

Proceed as follows: ❒ turn twist switch A-fig. 39 to ON and press the

accelerator pedal until you reach the required speed;

F0U039Ab

fig. 39

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INCREASING THE MEMORISED SPEED

This can be done in two ways: ❒ by pressing the accelerator and then memorising the

new speed reached;

or ❒ moving the stalk upwards (+).

Each operation of the lever will correspond to a slight increase in speed of about 1 km/h, while keeping the lever upwards will increase the speed continuously.

REDUCING THE MEMORISED SPEED

This can be done in two ways: ❒ by turning the device off and then storing a new

speed;

or ❒ by moving the stalk downwards (–) until reaching the

new speed which will be memorised automatically.

Each movement of the lever will correspond to a slight reduction in speed of about 1 km/h, while keeping the lever held downwards will decrease the speed continuously.

TURNING THE DEVICE OFF

The device can be switched off by the driver in the following ways:

❒ turning twist switch A to OFF; ❒ switching off the engine; ❒ pressing the brake pedal;

❒ pressing the clutch pedal; ❒ pressing the accelerator pedal; in this case, the

system is not really switched off but the request for acceleration takes priority. The cruise control is, however, active and you do not need to press button RES B-fig. 39 to restore the previous conditions when you have finished accelerating.

The device is automatically switched off in the following cases:

❒ if the ABS or ESP systems cut in; ❒ if the car speed drops below the preset limit; ❒ if there is a system failure.

While travelling with the device engaged, do not put the gear lever into neutral.

WARNING

In the event of malfunction or if the device fails, turn twist switch A to OFF and contact an

Abarth Dealership.

WARNING

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F0U040Ab

fig. 40

CEILING LIGHTS

FRONT COURTESY LIGHT WITH SPOT LIGHTS fig. 40

Switch A is used to switch on/off courtesy lights.

With the switch A in the middle position, the lights C and D go on/off when front doors are opened/closed.

With switch A pressed to the left, the lights C and D are always off.

With switch A pressed to the right, the lights C and D are always on.

Lights switch on/off progressively.

The switch B is a spot light; when the ceiling light is off, it switches the following on individually:

❒ light C if pressed on the left side; ❒ light D if pressed on the right side.

CAUTION Before getting out of the car, make sure both switches are in the middle position; when the doors are closed, lights switch off preventing a possible discharge of the battery.

In any case, if the switch is left in on position, the courtesy light switches off automatically 15 minutes after the engine switching off.

Courtesy light timing

On certain versions, to facilitate getting in/out of the car at night or in poorly-lit areas, two timed modes have been provided.

TIMED OPERATION FOR GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE

The courtesy lights switch on according to the following modes:

❒ for about 10 seconds when unlocking the front

doors;

❒ for about 3 minutes when opening one of the side

doors;

❒ for about 10 seconds when closing the doors.

The timed period is interrupted when the ignition is turned to “MAR – ON”.

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TIMED OPERATION FOR GETTING OUT OF THE VEHICLE

After removing the key from the ignition, the courtesy lights switch on according to the following modes:

❒ within 2 minutes from turning the engine off for

about 10 seconds;

❒ when opening one of the side doors for about

3 minutes;

❒ when one of the doors is closed for a period of

about 10 seconds.

The timed delay period ends automatically when the doors are locked.

F0U041Ab

fig. 41

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT fig. 41

For versions fitted with boot light, the light comes on automatically when opening the tailgate and it will go off when closing.

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F0U043Ab

fig. 43

F0U044Ab

fig. 44

PARKING LIGHTS

These lights can be turned on only with the ignition key at STOP or removed, by moving the left stalk twist switch first to

O and then to 6 or 2.

The warning light 3 on the instrument panel comes on.

FOG LIGHTS fig. 44

(for versions/markets where provided) To turn the front fog lights on, press the button 5 with

the side lights on. The warning light 5 in the instrument panel will come on. Press the button again to turn the lights off. The use of fog lights is governed by the highway code of the country in which you are driving. Comply with legal requirements.

CONTROLS

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS fig. 43

They are turned on by pressing switch A, regardless of the position of the ignition key. With the device on, warning lights Î and ¥ light up in the instrument panel. Press the switch again to turn the lights off. The use of hazard warning lights is governed by the highway code of the country you are in. Comply with legal requirements.

Emergency braking

During emergency braking, the hazard warning lights come on automatically and warning lights Î and ¥ in the panel come on at the same time. The function switches off automatically when the nature of the braking changes. This function complies with the relevant legal regulations currently in force.

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F0U046Ab

fig. 46

F0U045Ab

fig. 45

DOOR LOCK fig. 47

To lock all doors at the same time, press button A, located on the centre console control panel, regardless of the position of the ignition key.

REAR FOG LIGHT fig. 45

These lights come on, with the dipped headlights on or with the side lights and fog lights on (for versions/ markets where provided) by pressing the button 4. The warning light 4 in the instrument panel will come on. Press the button again to turn the lights off, or turn off the dipped beams and/or the front fog lights (where provided). The use of rear fog lamps is governed by the Highway Code of the country you are in. Comply with legal requirements.

HEATED REAR WINDOW fig. 46

Press button A to turn this function on. With the heated rear windscreen on, this function will turn off automatically after about 20 minutes.

F0U047Ab

fig. 47

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FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM

This intervenes in the case of an impact causing:

❒ cutting off fuel supply with resultant engine

switching-off;

❒ automatically unlocking the doors;

❒ switching on of all interior lights.

The intervention of the system is indicated by a message shown on the display. Carefully check the car for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine compartment, under the car or near the tank area. After an impact, turn the ignition key to STOP to avoid draining the battery.

If, after an impact, you smell fuel or notice leaks from the fuel system, do not

reactivate the system to avoid the risk of fire.

WARNING

Door unlocking in the event of an accident

If the fuel cut-off system activates following an accident, the doors will be automatically unlocked to allow access to the passenger compartment from the outside and the ceiling lights will be switched on at the same time. The doors can always be opened from the inside of the car by using the appropriate controls.

Restoring the fuel cut-off system

If no fuel leaks are detected after the collision and the car is able to start again, restore the operation of the cut-off system as described below.

The following procedure should be carried out to restore the correct operation of the vehicle:

❒ turn the ignition key to MAR; ❒ activate the right indicator; ❒ deactivate the right indicator; ❒ activate the left indicator; ❒ deactivate the left indicator; ❒ activate the right indicator; ❒ deactivate the right indicator; ❒ activate the left indicator; ❒ deactivate the left indicator; ❒ turn the key to STOP.

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F0U048Ab

fig. 48

F0U049Ab

fig. 49

INTERIOR FITTINGS

GLOVE COMPARTMENT fig. 48

To open the glove compartment, operate the opening handle A. The glove compartment features a document holder.

COMPARTMENTS IN THE GLOVE BOX fig. 49

Inside the glove compartment, for versions/markets where provided, there may be a card carrier A, a pen holder B, a vehicle document holder C and an oddments compartment D. To access the vehicle document holder, use the handle to remove it from its housing by pulling in the direction shown by the arrow in the figure.

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F0U051Ab

fig. 50

F0U050Ab

fig. 51

SIDE ODDMENTS COMPARTMENT

The storage compartment A-fig. 50 is located on the dashboard, to the left of the steering wheel. To open and close the compartment, use handle B-fig. 51.

F0U052Ab

fig. 52

COMPARTMENT IN CENTRAL CONSOLE

Compartment A-fig. 52 is located on the central console in front of the handbrake.

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F0U054Ab

fig. 54

FRONT ARMREST WITH STORAGE COMPARTMENT

(for versions/markets where provided)

Certain versions are fitted with an armrest A-fig. 53 between the front seats.

F0U202Ab

fig. 55

To bring this to the standard position, push it down as shown in fig. 53. Press button A-fig. 54 to raise the top of the armrest in order to use storage compartment B. Use lever C to tilt down the armrest with respect to its normal position.

DOOR POCKETS fig. 55

The oddment/document pockets and a bottle holder are located in the door panels.

F0U053Ab

fig. 53

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F0U057Ab

fig. 56

CAN HOLDER fig. 56

There are two cup/can holders on the central console (behind the handbrake).

F0U058Ab

fig. 57

CARD HOLDERS fig. 57

The central console has slots where you can keep telephone cards, tickets, CDs.

CIGAR LIGHTER fig. 58

(for versions/markets where provided)

This is located on the central tunnel in front of the handbrake. Press button A to switch on the cigar lighter when the ignition key is turned to MAR. After about 15 seconds the button will return to its original position automatically and the cigar lighter is ready for use. For versions/markets where provided, there may be a power socket in place of the cigar lighter.

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F0U059Ab

fig. 58

IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter has turned itself off.

The cigar lighter gets very hot. Handle it carefully and make sure that children

don’t touch it: risk of fire and/or burning.

WARNING

F0U061Ab

fig. 60

F0U060Ab

fig. 59

ASHTRAY fig. 59-60

(for versions/markets where provided)

The ashtray is a removable plastic box that can be fitted into the glass/can recess on the central tunnel.

IMPORTANT Do not use the container as an ashtray and a waste paper basket at the same time: it might catch fire in contact with cigarette stubs.

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F0U062Ab

fig. 61

SUN VISORS fig. 61

They are located at the sides of the driving rear view mirror. They may be positioned at the front and at the side.

F0U063Ab

fig. 62

DOCUMENT HOLDER POCKET

(for versions/markets where provided)

On certain versions a document holder pocket is located on the back of the seat backrest fig. 62.

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F0U064Ab

fig. 64

POWER SOCKET

(for versions/markets where provided)

This is located in the boot, on the left side of the plastic support for the parcel shelf fig. 63.

To use it, open cap A.

F0U188Ab

fig. 63

DASHBOARD STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Compartment A-fig. 64 is located in the middle of the dashboard. To use it, open flap B by pushing its button.

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F0U065Ab

fig. 65

SKY DOME SUNROOF

(for versions/markets where provided)

The large electric sunroof comprises two panes of glass, one of which is mobile and the other fixed. These are equipped with two shutters (front and rear) that can be moved manually. The shutters can be used in “fully closed” or “fully open” positions (they have no fixed intermediate positions). To open the shutters: grip the handle A-fig. 65, release it and pull it in the direction of the arrows to the “fully open” position. To close them, carry out the procedure in reverse. The sun roof can be operated only with the ignition key turned to MAR. The controls A-B fig. 65 on a dedicated control panel near the front ceiling lights open and close the sunroof.

Opening

Press and hold button B-fig. 65, and the front pane will mode to the “spoiler” position; press button B-fig. 65 again for over half a second to make the sunroof slide automatically to the fully open position; press the button once more to stop the sunroof at an intermediate position.

Closing

From the fully open position, press button A-fig. 65 for over half a second to move the front pane to the “spoiler” position; press the button again to stop the sunroof at an intermediate position; press button A-fig. 65 once more and hold it down to close the sunroof completely.

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When leaving the car, always remove the

key from the ignition to avoid the risk of injury due to accidental operation of the sunroof. Improper use of the roof can be dangerous. Before and during operation, always check that no-one is at risk of being injured by the moving sunroof or by objects getting caught or hit by it.

WARNING

If a transverse roof rack is fitted, the sunroof should be used in the “spoiler” position only.

Do not open the sunroof when there is snow or ice as it could get damaged.

ANTI-PINCH SAFETY DEVICE

The sunroof has an anti-pinch safety system capable of detecting the presence of an obstacle whilst the roof is closing; when this happens, the system stops and the movement of the glass is immediately reversed.

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INITIALISATION PROCEDURE

After the battery has been disconnected or a fuse has blown, the operation of the sliding roof must be initialised again.

Proceed as follows:

❒ press button A-fig. 65 in closing position; ❒ hold the button down so that the sunroof closes in

stages;

❒ after complete closure, wait for sunroof’s electric

motor to stop.

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition to avoid the risk of injury to those still inside the car due to accidental operation of the sunroof. Improper use of the roof can be dangerous. Before and during operation, always check that no-one is exposed to the risk of being injured by the moving sunroof or by objects getting caught or hit by it.

F0U066Ab

fig. 66

EMERGENCY OPERATION

If the switch does not work, the sunroof can be operated manually as follows:

❒ remove the protective cap located between the two

shutters;

❒ take the Allen key (provided as standard) from the

toolbox in the boot;

❒ insert the key into hole A-fig. 66 and turn it:

– clockwise to open the roof;

– anticlockwise to close the roof.

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DOORS

DOOR CENTRAL LOCKING/UNLOCKING

Locking from the outside

With the doors closed, press button Á on the remote control fig. 67 or insert the key into the lock of the door on the driver’s side and turn it clockwise fig. 68. The locking of the doors is signalled by the LED on button A-fig. 69 flashing once. The doors can be locked only if they are all shut. If one or more doors are open after pressing button Á on the remote control fig. 67, the direction indicators and the LED on the button A-fig. 69 flash quickly for approximately 3 seconds.

F0U067Ab

fig. 67

If one or more doors are open after turning the key, only the LED on button A-fig. 69 will blink rapidly for approximately three seconds. If the doors are closed but the boot is open, the doors are locked: the direction indicators (only when locking is carried out using button Á fig. 67) and the LED on button A-fig. 69 flash quickly for approximately 3 seconds.

With this function on, you can still unlock the other doors by pressing button A-fig. 69 on the central control panel.

Double-tapping button Á on the remote control fig. 67 activates the dead lock device (see “Dead lock”).

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F0U069Ab

fig. 69

F0U068Ab

fig. 68

Door unlocking from the outside

Briefly press button Ë fig. 67 to unlock the doors remotely, turn on the ceiling lights for a limited period and double flash the direction indicators, or insert the key into the driver’s door lock and turn it anticlockwise as shown in fig. 68.

Door locking/unlocking from the inside

Press button A-fig. 69 to lock/unlock all doors. The button has an LED that indicates whether the doors are locked or unlocked. When the doors are locked, the LED is on and pressing the button causes central unlocking of all the doors and turns off the LED. When the doors are unlocked, the LED is off and pressing the button causes central locking of all the doors.

The doors will be locked only if all the doors are properly shut.

For versions/markets where provided, when the exterior lights are on, the interior door handle is lit by an LED.

Following the locking of the doors using:

❒ remote control; ❒ door locking mechanism;

it will not be possible to unlock them by pressing button A-fig. 69 on the dashboard.

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IMPORTANT With central locking on, pulling the internal handle of one of the front doors will unlock that door. Individual doors can be unlocked by pulling the opening handle of one of the rear doors.

If a power supply is not present (blown fuse, battery disconnected, etc.) it is, however, possible to lock the doors manually.

After exceeding 20 km/h, all the doors will be locked automatically if the setup menu function has been selected (see “Reconfigurable multifunction display” paragraph in this section).

Once the dead lock system is engaged, it

is impossible to open the doors from inside the vehicle. Before getting out of the car, please therefore check that there is no-one left inside. If the remote control battery is flat, the system can only be disengaged by using the key metal insert in either of the door locks.

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DEAD LOCK

(for versions/markets where provided)

This safety device inhibits the operation of:

❒ internal handles; ❒ locking/unlocking button A-fig. 69;

thereby preventing the opening of the doors from inside the passenger compartment if there has been a break-in attempt (e.g. a window has been broken).

The dead lock device therefore offers the best possible protection against break in attempts. We recommend engaging it whenever the vehicle is parked and left unattended.

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Device activation

The dead lock device is automatically activated on every door when pressing the remote control button Á briefly twice, fig. 67.

Device activation is indicated by 3 flashes of the direction indicators and the flashing of the LED in button A – fig. 69 located in the dashboard controls.

If one or both doors are not closed correctly, the dead lock device will not activate, thus preventing a person from getting stuck inside the passenger compartment by entering the car through, and then closing, the open door.

Device deactivation

The system is disabled automatically on every door when:

❒ opening the driver’s door using the mechanical key; ❒ unlocking doors using the remote control; ❒ turning the ignition key to the MAR position.

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F0U072Ab

fig. 70

POWER WINDOWS

Two switches fig. 70 on the inner armrest of the driver’s door control the following with the ignition key in the MAR position:

A opening/closing the left front window

B right front window opening/closing

Continuous automatic operation

The driver’s front window is equipped with an automatic device for winding the window up and down.

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F0U073Ab

fig. 71

Keep the button pressed for longer than half a second to operate the automatic continuous winding of

the window. The window will stop when it is fully opened or closed, or when the button is pressed again.

IMPORTANT With the ignition key at STOP or removed, the electric windows remain activated for about two minutes and are deactivated as soon as a door is opened.

Passenger side door

The front passenger door armrest features switch Afig. 71 for controlling the corresponding window.

Incorrect use of the power windows may

be dangerous. Before and during operation, always check that no-one is exposed to the risk of being injured either directly by the moving window or through objects getting caught or by being hit. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition to avoid the risk of injury to anyone remaining in the car due to accidental operation of the electric windows.

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F0U074Ab

fig. 72

F0U075Ab

fig. 73

BOOT

OPENING THE BOOT

The boot can be opened by pressing button A-fig. 72. It can also be opened by pressing button R on the

remote control fig. 73.

The direction indicators will blink twice when the tailgate is opened using the remote control.

When using the boot, never exceed the

maximum admissible loads (see the “Technical specifications” section). Make sure that the objects are well arranged in the boot so that they will not be projected forwards following sudden braking, causing injury to passengers.

WARNING

Putting additional objects onto the parcel shelf or rear door (speakers, spoiler, etc.),

except when approved by the manufacturer, can affect the correct operation of the side gas shock absorbers of the rear door itself.

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When travelling, do not put any object

on the parcel shelf because they can injure passengers in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

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F0U076Ab

fig. 74

CLOSING THE BOOT

Lower the tailgate until you hear the locking click fig. 74.

OPENING THE BOOT IN AN EMERGENCY fig. 75

To open the boot from inside if the car battery is flat or the electric lock of the rear door is faulty, proceed as follows:

❒ tilt the rear seats fully forward (see “Extending the

boot” in this section);

❒ press lever B inside the boot.

F0U077Ab

fig. 75

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F0U078Ab

fig. 76

EXTENDING THE BOOT

Tilting the rear seat forwards gives maximum loading volume.

Proceed as follows:

❒ fully lower the rear seat head restraints; ❒ check that the seat belts are not twisted;

F0U079Ab

fig. 77

F0U081Ab

fig. 78

❒ tilt the cushions forward as shown by the arrow

fig. 76;

❒ operate the handles A and B-fig. 77 to release the

backrests and guide them down onto the cushion.

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Repositioning the rear seat fig. 79

Raise the backrests and push them back until the locking click of both retainers is heard. Position the seat belt buckles upwards and set the cushion to the position of normal use.

IMPORTANT The backrest is correctly secured when the red band next to the handles disappears. This red band indicates that the backrest is not secured. When returning the backrest to its normal position, make sure that it is correctly fastened and that you hear the lock click.

F0U082Ab

fig. 79

Make sure the backrest is properly secured at both sides to prevent it moving forward in the event of sharp braking that may cause injuries to passengers.

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REMOVING THE PARCEL SHELF

To remove the parcel shelf in order to extend the boot: release the upper ends of the links A-fig. 80 by removing the eyelets from the pins, unhook and swivel the parcel shelf in its housing and then release both pins fig. 81 from the side holes.

F0U083Ab

fig. 80

F0U085Ab

fig. 82

F0U084Ab

fig. 81

Once removed, the parcel shelf can be positioned between the back of the front seats and the folded cushion of the rear seat fig. 82.

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F0U086Ab

fig. 83

BONNET

OPENING

Proceed as follows:

❒ pull the lever fig. 83 in the direction of the arrow; ❒ pull the lever A-fig. 84 as shown in the figure; ❒ lift the bonnet and, at the same time, release the

bonnet support rod from its locking device D-fig. 85; then insert the end of the bonnet support rod Cfig. 86 into the hole E.

IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet, check that windscreen wiper arms are not lifted from the windscreen.

F0U087Ab

fig. 84

CLOSURE

Proceed as follows: ❒ hold the bonnet up with one hand and with the

other remove the rod C-fig. 86 from the hole E and fit it back into its catch D-fig. 85;

❒ lower the bonnet to approximately 20 centimetres

from the engine compartment, then let it drop. Make sure that the bonnet is completely closed and not fastened only by the safety catch. If it is not perfectly closed, do not try to press the bonnet lid down but open it and repeat the procedure.

IMPORTANT Always check that the bonnet is closed properly to prevent it from opening while the car is travelling.

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F0U088Ab

fig. 85

The bonnet must always be perfectly

closed while travelling for safety reasons. Make sure that the bonnet is properly closed and that the lock is engaged. If you notice whilst driving that the lock is not perfectly engaged, stop at once and close the bonnet properly.

WARNING

Positioning the support rod incorrectly could cause the bonnet to fall suddenly.

WARNING

F0U089Ab

fig. 86

Perform these operations only when the car is stationary.

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F0U090Ab

fig. 87

ROOF RACK/SKI RACK

The front hooks are located at points A-fig. 87.

The rear hooks are located at points B marked by the (O) symbols on the rear side windows.

IMPORTANT Follow the instructions contained in the assembly kit carefully. Assembly must be performed by qualified personnel.

After travelling a short distance, check that the attachment fixing screws are

tight.

WARNING

Distribute the load evenly and when driving, bear the increased sensitivity of

the car to side wind in mind.

WARNING

Strictly comply with current legal regulations concerning maximum overall dimensions.

Never exceed the permitted weight (see section “Technical specifications”).

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F0U091Ab

fig. 88

Adjusting headlight alignment fig. 88

To adjust, press buttons Ò and  on the control panel.

The display located on the instrument panel provides a visual indication of the adjustment position.

Position 0 – one or two people in the front seats.

Position 1 – five people.

Position 2 – five people + load in the boot.

Position 3 – driver + maximum permitted load stowed in the boot.

IMPORTANT Check the beam alignment every time the load transported changes.

FRONT FOG LIGHTS ALIGNMENT

(for versions/markets where provided)

Contact an Abarth Dealership to have the fog lights properly adjusted.

HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT ABROAD fig. 89-90

The dipped headlights are adjusted to work in the country where the vehicle was originally purchased. In countries where vehicles are driven on the other side of the road, the beams are aligned by applying a specially designed adhesive film in order not to dazzle the vehicles travelling in the opposite direction.

HEADLIGHTS

HEADLIGHT BEAM AIMING

The correct direction of the headlights is essential for the comfort and safety of the driver and other road users. The headlights must be correctly directed to ensure the best visibility. Contact an Abarth Dealership to have the fog lights properly adjusted.

HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT CORRECTOR

This device works with the ignition key in the MAR position and the dipped headlights on. The car will tilt backwards when it is loaded, raising the light beam. The beams must therefore be realigned in this case.

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This film is provided by Lineaccessori Abarth and is available at Abarth Dealerships.

The illustrations refer to the switch from driving on the left to driving on the right.

F0U092Ab

fig. 89

F0U093Ab

fig. 90

ABS SYSTEM

If you have never driven a vehicle with ABS before, it is advisable to perform a few tests on slippery surface, always in safe conditions and fully complying with the Highway Code of the country where you are driving. Read the following information carefully. This system, which is an integral part of the braking system, prevents one or more wheels from locking and slipping in all road surface conditions, irrespective of the intensity of the braking action, ensuring that the vehicle can be controlled even during emergency braking.

The system is completed by EBD (Electronic Braking Force Distribution), which distributes the braking action between the front and rear wheels.

IMPORTANT For the maximum efficiency of the braking system, a bedding-in period of about 500 km is needed (for a new vehicle or after having replaced the brake pads/discs): during this period it is advisable to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking.

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SYSTEM INTERVENTION

The driver can tell the ABS system has come into action because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and the system gets noisier: it means that the vehicle speed should be altered to suit the type of road surface.

The ABS system gets the most out of the

available grip but it cannot improve it. Therefore, you should take great care when driving on slippery surfaces: don’t take unnecessary risks.

WARNING

If the ABS intervenes, it is a sign that the

grip between tyre and the road surface has reached the limit: you must slow down to adapt the speed to the road grip available.

WARNING

FAILURE WARNING

ABS failure

ABS failure is indicated by the turning on of warning light > on the instrument panel together with the dedicated message on the reconfigurable multifunction display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

In this case, the braking system will still be effective, although without the extra capacity offered by the ABS system. Drive carefully to the nearest Abarth Dealership to have the system checked.

EBD failure

EBD failure is indicated by the turning on of warning lights > and x on the instrument panel together with the dedicated message on the reconfigurable multifunction display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

In this case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve when braking sharply. Drive carefully to the nearest Abarth Dealership to have the system checked.

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If only warning light x on the instrument

panel comes on, with a message in the reconfigurable multifunction display, stop the car immediately and contact the nearest Abarth Dealership. Leakage of hydraulic fluid from the braking system will compromise the operation of the braking system, whether it is of the conventional type or with ABS.

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BRAKE ASSIST (integrated ESP emergency braking assistance)

This system (which cannot be deactivated) recognises emergency braking conditions according to the speed of operation of the brake pedal and provides an additional hydraulic braking pressure to support that provided by the driver. This allows faster and more powerful operation of the braking system.

Brake Assist is deactivated on the versions equipped with ESP, in the event of ESP system failure (indicated by warning light á coming on together with the message on the reconfigurable multifunction display.

When the ABS intervenes and you notice

the brake pedal pulsating, do not be afraid to keep the pedal pushed down. This will help you to stop in the shortest distance possible, depending on the road conditions.

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FAILURE INDICATIONS

In the event of a failure, the ESP system will be automatically switched off and warning light á will appear on the instrument panel along with a message on the reconfigurable multifunction display (see “Warning lights and messages”). Contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible.

ESP SYSTEM (Electronic Stability Program)

This is an electronic system controlling car stability in the event of tyre grip loss, helping to maintain directional control. The ESP system is therefore particularly useful when grip conditions of road surfaces change. The MSR system (adjustment of the engine braking torque during gear changes), the HBA system (automatic increase in the braking pressure during emergency braking) and the TTC system (with selflocking differential effect) are present with ESP, ASR and Hill Holder systems.

SYSTEM INTERVENTION

This is signalled by the blinking of the warning light á on the instrument panel, to inform the driver that the car is in critical stability and grip conditions.

SYSTEM ACTIVATION

The ESP system comes on automatically when the vehicle is started and cannot be turned off.

Do not take unnecessary risks, even if

your vehicle is fitted with an ESP system. Your driving style must always be suited to the road conditions, visibility and traffic. The driver is ultimately responsible for road safety.

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HILL HOLDER SYSTEM

This system is an integral part of the ESP system and it is provided to facilitate starting on slopes.

It is automatically activated in the following conditions: ❒ uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with a gradient

higher than 5%, engine running, brake pedal depressed and gearbox in neutral or gear other than reverse;

❒ downhill: vehicle stationary on a road with a gradient

higher than 5%, engine running, brake pedal pressed and reverse gear engaged.

When setting off, the ESP system control unit maintains the braking pressure at the wheels until the engine torque required for departure is reached, or for a maximum of 1 second, allowing your right foot to be moved easily from the brake pedal to the accelerator.

If the vehicle has not departed after this time, the system will deactivate automatically, gradually releasing the brake force.

At release, the typical brake disengagement noise indicating that the car is going to move will be heard.

Failure indications

A system fault is indicated by the switching on of the warning light á and by the dedicated message on the reconfigurable multifunction display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a parking brake; therefore, never leave the car without having engaged the handbrake, turned the engine off and engaged first gear.

For the correct operation of the ESP and

ASR systems, the tyres must be the same make and type on all wheels, in perfect condition and, above all, of the type, make and size specified.

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For the correct operation of the ESP and

ASR systems, the tyres must be the same make and type on all wheels, in perfect condition and, above all, of the type, make and size specified.

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ASR SYSTEM (Antislip Regulator)

This function controls car drive and intervenes automatically every time one or both driving wheels slip.

Depending on the slipping conditions, two different control systems are activated:

❒ if both drive wheels are slipping, the ASR function

intervenes by reducing the power transmitted by the engine;

❒ if the slipping only involves only one drive wheel, the

ASR system intervenes automatically braking the wheel that is slipping.

The action of the ASR system is particularly helpful in the following circumstances:

❒ slipping of the inner wheel when cornering due to

the effect of dynamic load changes or excessive acceleration;

❒ too much power transmitted to the wheels in

relation to the conditions of the road surface;

❒ acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy surfaces; ❒ loss of grip on a wet surface (aquaplaning).

Failure indications

In the event of a failure, the ASR will be automatically switched off and the warning light á will appear on the instrument panel along with a message on the reconfigurable multifunction display (see “Warning lights and messages”). In this case, contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible.

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MSR system (engine drive regulation)

This is an integral part of the ASR system that, in the event of sudden gear shifting on hills, cuts in to provide torque to the engine, thus preventing excessive driving wheel drag that, especially in poor grip conditions, can lead to loss of stability.

TTC system (self-locking differential effect)

The TTC system uses the braking system to produce

a behaviour similar to a limited slip differential.

The front braking system, during acceleration while cornering, acts on the inner wheel, increasing the drive of the outer wheel (with more load) and distributing the torque between the front drive wheels dynamically and continuously according to the driving conditions and the road surface.

In this way, the system allows particularly effective and sporty driving to be achieved.

The TTC system intervenes activating the Sport driving mode of the “Manettino Abarth” system (see the “Manettino Abarth car dynamic control system (DSS – Driving Sport Switch)” paragraph in this section).

When the TTC system is active, the ASR system calibration is changed and made less intrusive.

Do not take unnecessary risks, even if

your vehicle is fitted with this system. Your driving style must always be suited to the road conditions, visibility and traffic. The driver is always responsible for road safety.

WARNING

When travelling on snowy roads with snow chains, it may be helpful to have the ASR system less intrusive (activating the Sport driving mode): in these conditions, the slipping of the drive wheels when setting off makes it possible to have better traction.

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EOBD SYSTEM

The EOBD system (European On Board Diagnosis) carries out a continuous diagnosis of the components of the car related to emissions.

It also alerts the driver, by turning on the warning light U on the instrument panel (together with relevant message on the reconfigurable multifunction display) (see section “Warning lights and messages”), when these components are no longer in peak conditions.

The goal of the system is to:

❒ keep the system efficiency under control; ❒ warn when a failure causes emissions levels to

increase;

❒ warn of the need to replace deteriorated

components.

The system also has a connector that can be interfaced with appropriate equipment, which makes it possible to read the error codes stored in the control unit together with a series of specific parameters for engine operation and diagnosis. This check can also be carried out by traffic control authorities.

Contact an Abarth Dealership as soon as possible if warning light Ueither does

not light up when the key is turned to MAR or if while travelling it comes on either steady or blinking (along with a message on the multifunctional display, where provided). The operation of the Uwarning light may be checked by the traffic control authorities using specific devices. Always comply with the traffic regulations in force in the country where you are driving.

IMPORTANT After eliminating the failure, to check the system completely, Abarth Dealerships run a bench test and, if necessary, road tests which may require a long journey.

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TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)

(for versions/markets where provided)

The car may be equipped with a tyre pressure monitoring system (T.P.M.S.). This system comprises a radio frequency transmitter fitted to each wheel (on the rim inside the tyre), which is able to send information on the pressure of each tyre to the control unit.

Take the greatest of care when checking

or restoring the tyre pressures. If the pressure is too high, road hold is compromised, there is more demand on the suspension and wheels, and the tyres wear abnormally.

WARNING

Tyre pressure should be checked when

the tyres are cold; if, for whatever reason, you check the pressure when the tyres are hot, do not reduce the pressure even if it is higher than the recommended value, but check again when the tyres are cold.

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IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT THE TPMS SYSTEM

The fault indications are not stored and will therefore not be displayed after the engine has been switched off and then on again. If the fault conditions persist, the control unit will send the relative indications to the instrument panel only after the vehicle has been in motion for a short time.

The presence of the TPMS does not

exonerate the driver from regularly checking the pressure of the tyres and the spare wheel (see “Wheels” in the “Maintenance and care” section).

WARNING

The TPMS is not able to warn you of

sudden tyre pressure losses (for example when a tyre bursts). In this case, stop the car, braking with care and avoiding sharp steering actions.

WARNING

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Replacing the normal tyres with winter

tyres and vice versa requires an inspection of the TPMS, which should be carried out only by an Abarth Dealership.

WARNING

The TPMS requires the use of specific

equipment. Contact an Abarth Dealership to find out which accessories are compatible with the system (wheels, hub caps etc.). The use of other accessories may affect the normal operation of the system.

WARNING

Tyre inflation pressure may vary

according to outdoor temperature. The TPMS system may temporarily indicate insufficient pressure. In this case, check the tyre pressures with the tyres cold and, if necessary, pump them up.

WARNING

If the vehicle is fitted with TPMS, tyre

and wheel fitting/removal operations require specific precautions. To prevent damage or incorrect sensor refitting, contact an Abarth Dealership to have tyre and/or rim changed.

WARNING

If the vehicle is fitted with TPMS, when

a tyre is removed, it is advisable to replace the rubber gasket for the valve. Contact an Abarth Dealership.

WARNING

Strong radio-frequency interference

could inhibit the correct operation of the TPMS system. This condition will be indicated by a message on the reconfigurable multfunction display. The message will disappear automatically as soon as the interference ceases to disturb the system.

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In order to use the system properly, refer to the following table when you have to change wheels/tyres:

Operation Sensor Failure warning Abarth Dealership

Service Intervention

–

Replacing a wheel

with the spare wheel

Replacing wheels

with snow tyres

Replacing wheels

with snow tyres

Replacing wheels

with others of

a different size (*)

Switching wheels

(front/rear) (**)

(*) Given as an alternative in the Owner’s Handbook and available at Lineaccessori Abarth.

(**) Not cross-swapped (tyres must stay on the same side).

–

YES

Contact an Abarth

Dealership

Repair the damaged

wheel

Contact an Abarth

Dealership

–

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F0U189Ab

fig. 91

DRIVING MODES

The activation of “Sport” driving mode is indicated by the switching on of the “S” symbol on the lower right area of the reconfigurable multifunction display, as shown in fig. 92-93.

When “Normal” mode is selected, no messages or symbols are shown on the display, fig. 94-95.

“MANETTINO ABARTH” CAR DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEM (DSS - Driving Sport Switch)

This device allows, using switch A-fig. 91, two response modes to be selected according to driving style and road conditions.

S = Sport (mode for sports driving) N = Normal (mode for driving in normal conditions) After being operated, the lever A always returns to the

central position. The device also acts on the car dynamic control systems

(instrument panel, steering, engine, TTC and ASR systems).

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F0U201Ab

fig. 93

F0U199Abg

fig. 92

F0U196Ab

fig. 95

F0U200Abg

fig. 94

Normal Mode

❒ Standard screen: fig. 94.

❒ Screen with turbocharger pressure: fig. 95.

Sport Mode

❒ Standard screen: fig. 92.

❒ Screen with turbocharger pressure: fig. 93.

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Logic for car dynamic control system management with “Normal” mode

When the “Normal” driving mode is activated, the car dynamic control systems intervene with the following logic:

❒ ASR system: calibration for normal driving conditions.

❒ TTC system: disabled.

❒ Steering: calibration for comfort in normal driving

conditions.

❒ Engine: standard adjustment for normal driving

conditions.

TURNING “Sport” MODE ON/OFF

Engagement

To turn the “Sport” driving mode on, move the lever Afig. 91 forward to letter “S”. Keep the lever in this position for at least half a second and in any case until the symbol “S” or the word “SPORT” appears on the reconfigurable multifunction display (see fig. 92-93).

After release, the lever A will return to the central position.

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Logic for car dynamic control system management with “Sport” mode

When the “Sport” driving mode is activated, the car dynamic control systems intervene with the following logic:

❒ ASR system: less intrusive calibration with

intervention thresholds that allow freer and sportier drive.

❒ TTC system: enabled for particularly effective and

sporty driving of the car.

❒ Steering: calibration for sports driving.

❒ Engine: sports adjustment with quicker response of

the accelerator pedal.

Disengagement

To turn the “Sport” driving mode off and return to “Normal” mode, move the lever A-fig. 91 backwards to letter “N”. Keep the lever in this position for at least half a second and in any case until the symbol “S” or the word “SPORT” disappears from the reconfigurable multifunction display (see fig. 94-95).

After release, lever A returns to the central position.

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F0U095Ab

fig. 97

OPERATING MODES

Engine stopping mode

With the vehicle stationary, the engine stops with the gearbox in neutral and the clutch pedal released.

Engine restarting mode

Press the clutch pedal to allow the engine to be restarted.

START&STOP SYSTEM

(for versions/markets where provided)

The Start&Stop device automatically stops the engine each time the vehicle is stationary and starts it again when the driver wants to move off.

In this way, the vehicle efficiency is increased, by reducing consumption, dangerous gas emissions and noise pollution. The system operates every time the car is started.

– if climate comfort is to be favoured, the Start&Stop system can be disabled, for a continuous operation of the climate control system.

F0U097Ab

fig. 96

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