Fiat 500 Abarth (2016 year). Instruction — part 7

CAUTION!

To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 in (30 cm)
and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless
hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.

WARNING!

Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.

LIGHTS

Multifunction Lever

The multifunction lever, located on the left side of the
steering wheel, controls the operation of the headlights,
headlight beam selection, passing light and turn signals.

NOTE:

The headlights can only be turned on with the

ignition in the ON/RUN position.

Headlights

Rotate the end of the multifunction lever up-
ward to the first detent for headlight operation.

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NOTE:

When the headlights are turned on, the Daytime

Running Lights will be deactivated.

High Beams

With the low beams activated, push the multi-
function lever towards the instrument panel to

turn on the high beams. Pull the multifunction lever
toward the steering wheel to turn off the high beams.

Flash-To-Pass

You can signal another vehicle with your headlights by
lightly pulling the multifunction lever toward the steer-
ing wheel. This will turn on the high beams until the
lever is released.

Parking Lights

To turn on the parking lights, remove the key
or turn the ignition to OFF/LOCK position and
turn on the headlights.

Headlight Operation

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Daytime Running Lights

To activate the Daytime Running Lights (DRL), rotate the
end of the multifunction lever to the O symbol.

NOTE:

The low beams and side/taillights will not be on

with DRL.

If allowed by law in the country in which the vehicle was
purchased the DRL function can be turned on or off using
the display menus. Refer to “UConnect settings” in
“Understanding Your Instrument Panel” for further in-
formation.

Turn Signals

Push the multifunction lever upward to signal a right
turn or downward to signal a left turn. The correspond-
ing indicator in the instrument cluster will blink to
indicate the operation of the turn signal.

NOTE:

The indicators will automatically turn off when

the turn has been completed and the steering wheel is
returned to a straight position.

Turn Signal Operation

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Lane Change Assist

Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond
the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash
three times then automatically turn off.

Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay

When this feature is selected the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for a preset period of time.

Activation

Remove the key or turn the ignition to the OFF/LOCK
position, and pull the multifunction lever toward the
steering wheel, within two minutes. Each time the lever
is pulled, the activation of the lights will be extended by
30 seconds. The activation of the lights can be extended to
a maximum of 210 seconds.

Deactivation

Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel
and hold it for more than two seconds.

Interior Lights

The interior light switches are located in the overhead
console. The interior lights can be set to three different
positions (Off/Left Position, Center Position, On/Right
Position).

Using the switch on the left overhead, push the switch to
the right from its center position and the lights are always
on. Push the switch to the left from its center position and
the lights are always off. Leave the switch in the center
position, and the lights are turned on and off when the
doors are opened or closed. The switch on the right side
of the overhead console controls the map or reading
function of the lights. Push the switch to the right to turn

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on the right light and push the switch to the left to turn
on the left light.

CAUTION!

Before getting out of the vehicle be sure that the
switch is in the center position or that the lights are
off to avoid draining the battery.

Interior Light Timing (Center Position)

There are four different modes of operation that can be
activated in this position:

• When one door is opened a three minute timer is

activated.

• When the key is removed from the ignition (within

two minutes of the ignition being turned off), a 10
second timer is activated.

• When the doors are unlocked with the Key Fob a 10

second timer is activated.

• When the doors are locked with the Key Fob the lights

will turn off.

Interior Light Timing (On/Right Position)

• When all doors are closed a 15 minute timer is

activated.

NOTE:

The timer is deactivated when the key is moved

into the ON/RUN position.

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Fog Lights — If Equipped

The fog light switch is located on the center stack of the
instrument panel, just below the radio.

Push the switch once to turn the front fog lights on. Push
the switch a second time to turn the front fog lights off.

WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS

The windshield wiper/washer lever is located on the
right side of the steering column.

NOTE:

The windshield wipers/washers will only oper-

ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.

Fog Light Switch

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Front Windshield Wiper Operation

There are five different modes of operation for the front
windshield wipers. The windshield wiper lever can be
raised or lowered to access these modes:

Windshield Wiper Off

This is the normal position of the wiper lever.

Intermittent Wiper Operation

Push the lever downward to the first detent. The wipers
will operate intermittently.

NOTE:

The Intermittent function only has one detent but

wiper delay will vary with changes in vehicle speed. As
vehicle speed increases the delay time will decrease.

Low Speed

Push the lever downward to the second detent. The
wipers will operate at low speed.

High Speed

Push the lever downward to the third detent. The wipers
will operate at high speed.

Windshield Wiper Operation

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Instruction High Speed/Mist

Push the lever upward from the off position. The wipers
will operate at high speed to clear off road mist or spray
from a passing vehicle. This operation will continue until
the lever is released. When the lever is released, the
wipers will return to the off position and automatically
shut off.

Front Windshield Washer Operation

Pull the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the
steering wheel to activate the washers. The wipers will
activate automatically for three cycles after the lever is
released.

CAUTION!

• Turn the windshield wipers off when driving

through an automatic car wash. Damage to the
windshield wipers may result if the wiper control
is left in any position other than off.

• In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch

and allow the wipers to return to the “Park” posi-
tion before turning off the engine. If the wiper
switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the
windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur
when the vehicle is restarted.

• Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents

the windshield wiper blades from returning to the
off position. If the windshield wiper control is
turned off and the blades cannot return to the off
position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.

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Rear Windshield Wiper

Rotate the end of the windshield wiper/washer lever
upward to the first detent past the intermittent settings
for intermittent wipe operation. With the front wind-
shield wiper active, rotate the end of the windshield
wiper/washer lever upward. The rear wiper will operate
in the same mode as the front windshield wipers, but at
half the frequency. When the transmission is shifted into
REVERSE, the rear wiper will automatically operate at
Low Speed and return to normal operation when the
transmission is shifted out of REVERSE.

NOTE:

The windshield wipers/washers will only oper-

ate with the ignition in the ON/RUN position.

Rear Wiper Operation

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Rear Windshield Washer Operation

Push the windshield wiper/washer lever toward the
instrument panel to activate the rear washer. Push and
hold the lever for more than a half second and the wipers
will activate automatically for three cycles after the lever
is released.

TILT STEERING COLUMN — IF EQUIPPED

This feature allows you to tilt the steering column
upward or downward. The tilt control lever is located on
the left-side of the steering column, below the turn signal
controls.

Push down on the lever to unlock the column. With one
hand firmly on the steering wheel, move the steering
column up or down as desired. Push the lever up to lock
the column firmly in place.

Tilt Control Lever

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WARNING!

Do not adjust the steering column while driving.
Adjusting the steering column while driving or driv-
ing with the steering column unlocked, could cause
the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious injury or
death.

ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL

When engaged, the Electronic Speed Control takes over
accelerator operations at speeds greater than 25 mph
(40 km/h).

The Electronic Speed Control buttons are located on the
right side of the steering wheel.

Electronic Speed Control Buttons

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NOTE:

In order to ensure proper operation, the Elec-

tronic Speed Control system has been designed to shut
down if multiple Speed Control functions are operated at
the same time. If this occurs, the Electronic Speed Control
system can be reactivated by pushing the Electronic
Speed Control ON/OFF button and resetting the desired
vehicle set speed.

To Activate

Push the ON/OFF button. The Cruise Indicator Light in
the instrument cluster will illuminate. To turn the system
off, push the ON/OFF button a second time. The Cruise
Indicator Light will turn off. The system should be
turned off when not in use.

WARNING!

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You could accidentally
set the system or cause it to go faster than you want.
You could lose control and have an accident. Always
leave the system OFF when you are not using it.

To Set A Desired Speed

Turn the Electronic Speed Control ON. When the vehicle
has reached the desired speed, push the SET (-) button
and release. Release the accelerator and the vehicle will
operate at the selected speed.

NOTE:

The vehicle should be traveling at a steady speed

and on level ground before pushing the SET (-) button.

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To Deactivate

A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing the CANC button,
or normal brake pressure while slowing the vehicle will
deactivate Electronic Speed Control without erasing the
set speed memory. Pushing the ON/OFF button or
turning the ignition switch OFF erases the set speed in
memory.

To Resume Speed

To resume a previously set speed, push the RES (+)
button and release. Resume can be used at any speed
above 25 mph (40 km/h).

To Vary The Speed Setting

To Increase Speed

When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can in-
crease speed by pushing the RES (+) button.

The drivers preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information.
The speed increment shown is dependent on the selected
speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a 1 mph

increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the
button results in an increase of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase until the button is released, then
the new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the RES (+) button once will result in a

1 km/h increase in set speed. Each subsequent tap of
the button results in an increase of 1 km/h.

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• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to increase until the button is released, then
the new set speed will be established.

To Decrease Speed

When the Electronic Speed Control is set, you can de-
crease speed by pushing the SET (-) button.

The drivers preferred units can be selected through the
instrument panel settings if equipped. Refer to “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for more information.
The speed decrement shown is dependant on the selected
speed unit of U.S. (mph) or Metric (km/h):

U.S. Speed (mph)

• Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 mph

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the
button results in a decrease of 1 mph.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease until the button is released, then
the new set speed will be established.

Metric Speed (km/h)

• Pushing the SET (-) button once will result in a 1 km/h

decrease in set speed. Each subsequent tap of the
button results in a decrease of 1 km/h.

• If the button is continually pushed, the set speed will

continue to decrease until the button is released, then
the new set speed will be established.

To Accelerate For Passing

Press the accelerator as you would normally. When the
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to the set speed.

Using Electronic Speed Control On Hills

The transmission may downshift on hills to maintain the
vehicle set speed.

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NOTE:

The Electronic Speed Control system maintains

speed up and down hills. A slight speed change on
moderate hills is normal.

On steep hills, a greater speed loss or gain may occur so
it may be preferable to drive without Electronic Speed
Control.

WARNING!

Electronic Speed Control can be dangerous where the
system cannot maintain a constant speed. Your ve-
hicle could go too fast for the conditions, and you
could lose control and have an accident. Do not use
Electronic Speed Control in heavy traffic or on roads
that are winding, icy, snow-covered or slippery.

REAR PARK ASSIST — IF EQUIPPED

The Rear Park Assist system provides visual and audible
indications of the distance between the rear fascia/
bumper and a detected obstacle when backing up, e.g.
during a parking maneuver. Refer to the “Park Assist
System Usage Precautions” for the limitations of this
system and recommendations.

The Rear Park Assist is automatically activated when the
transmission is placed into REVERSE.

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Rear Park Assist Sensors

The four Rear Park Assist sensors, located in the rear
fascia/bumper, monitor the area behind the vehicle that
is within the sensors’ field of view. The sensors can detect
obstacles, in the horizontal direction, from approximately
12 in (30 cm) up to 55 in (140 cm) from the center of the
rear fascia/bumper and up to 24 in (60 cm) from the
corners of the rear fascia/bumper, depending on the
location, type and orientation of the obstacle.

If several obstacles are detected, the Rear Park Assist
system indicates the nearest obstacle.

The minimum height of a detectable obstacle corre-
sponds to the maximum height of an obstacle that would
clear the underside of the car during the parking maneu-
ver.

Rear Park Assist Warning Display

The Rear Park Assist Warning screen is located within the
Uconnect Settings. It provides audible and visual warn-
ings to indicate the distance between the rear fascia/
bumper and the detected obstacle. Refer to

⬙Uconnect

Settings

⬙ in “Understanding Your Instrument Panel⬙ for

further information.

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