Abarth 124 Spider (2019 year). Manual in english — page 2

EXTERIOR LIGHTS

HEADLIGHTS

Turn the headlight switch 1 fig. 18 to
turn the headlights, other exterior lights
and dashboard illumination ON or OFF.

When the headlight switch is turned to
the

or

position, the

lights-on indicator light in the

instrument cluster turns on.

With auto-light control

When the headlight switch is turned to
the

AUTO

position, the lights-on

indicator light in the instrument cluster
turns on/off in conjunction with the
automatic on/off operation of the
headlights.

IMPORTANT To prevent discharging the
battery, do not leave the lights on while
the engine is off unless safety requires
them.

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DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS (DRL)

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Some countries require moving vehicles
to have their lights on (running lights)
during the daytime.

The running lights turn on automatically
when the vehicle starts moving.

They turn off when the parking brake is
operated or the selector lever is shifted
to the P position (versions with
automatic transmission).

HIGH BEAMS

The headlights switch between high
and low beams by moving the lever
forward or backward.

When the headlight high-beams are on,
the

warning light is turned on.

FLASH TO PASS

Can be used when the ignition is
switched ON.

To flash the headlights, pull the lever
fully towards you (the headlight switch
does not need to be on).

The

warning light in the instrument

cluster illuminates simultaneously.

The lever will return to the normal
position when released.

AUTOMATIC LIGHTING

(where provided)

Light sensor

When the headlight switch is in the

AUTO

position and the ignition is

switched ON, the light sensor senses
the surrounding lightness or darkness
and automatically turns the headlights,
other exterior lights and dashboard
illumination on or off.

IMPORTANT The light sensor also
works as a rain sensor for the
auto-wiper control. Keep hands and
scrapers clear of the windscreen when
the wiper lever is in the AUTO position
and the ignition is switched ON as
fingers could be pinched or the wipers
and wiper blades damaged when the
wipers activate automatically. If you are
going to clean the windscreen, be sure
the wipers are turned off completely
(this is particularly important when
clearing ice and snow) when it is
particularly tempting to leave the engine
running.

COMING HOME LIGHT
SYSTEM

The coming me home light system
turns on the headlights (low beams)
when the lever is operated.

System activation

When the lever is pulled with the ignition
switched to ACC or OFF, the low beam
headlights turn on.

The headlights turn off after a certain
period of time has elapsed after the
doors are closed.

The time until the headlights turn off
after all of the doors are closed can be
changed. If no operations are done for
3 minutes after the lever is pulled, the
headlights turn off.

The headlights turn off if the lever is
pulled again while the headlights are on.

FRONT FOG LIGHTS

(where provided)

The front fog light can be used when
the ignition is switched to ON.

Use this switch to turn on the front fog
lights. The front fog lights will improve
visibility at night and during foggy
conditions.

Activation

Turn the headlight switch 1 fig. 19 in

or

position before activate

front fog lights.

Rotate the fog light switch 2 to

or

position (switch automatically turns

in

position).

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The

warning light in the instrument

cluster illuminates while the front fog
lights is on.

Deactivation

Perform one of the following operations
to turn off the front fog lights:

switch the fog light switch 2 to OFF

position;

turn the headlight switch 1 to OFF

position;

switch the ignition to a position other

than ON.

With auto-light control

If the fog light switch 2 is in the

position or the headlight switch is in

AUTO position, the fog lights will turn
on when the headlights, the exterior
lights and the instrument panel
illumination turn on.

When the fog light switch 2 is rotated to
the

position while the headlights or

the front fog lights are turned on (the
fog light switch returns to the

position automatically), the rear fog

light turns on and the rear fog light
indicator light turns on in the instrument
cluster.

REAR FOG LIGHTS

The rear fog lights can be used when
the ignition is switched ON.

The rear fog light helps your vehicle to
be seen. When the lights are turned on,
the rear fog lights indicator light in the
instrument cluster turns on.

Versions with front fog lights

Activation

The headlight switch 1 must be put in

or

position before turning on

the rear fog lights.

To turn the rear fog light on, rotate the
fog light switch 2 to the

position (the

fog light switch automatically returns to

position).

The

warning light in the instrument

cluster illuminates while the rear fog
light is on.

Deactivation

To turn the rear fog light off, do any of
the following:

rotate the fog light switch 2 to the

position again (the fog light switch

automatically returns to the

position);

turn the headlight switch 1 to the

OFF position;

switch the ignition to a position other

than ON.

The

warning light in the instrument

cluster goes off when the rear fog light
is turned off.

NOTE

The front fog lights turns on when the

rear fog light is turned on.

If the fog light switch 2 is rotated to

the

position (the fog light switch

returns to the

position

automatically) the front fog light
indicator lamp on the instrument cluster
will also illuminate.

With auto-light control

. When the

headlight switch is in the

AUTO

position and the headlights, exterior
lights and instrument panel illuminated,
the rear fog light turns on when the rear
fog light switch is turned on.

Versions without front fog lights

The headlights must be turned on to
turn on the rear fog light.

Activation

To turn on the rear fog light on, rotate
the fog light switch 2 to the

position

(the fog light switch returns to its
original position automatically).

The rear fog light indicator light in the

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instrument cluster illuminates while the
rear fog light is on.

Deactivation

To turn the rear fog light off, do any of
the following:

rotate the fog light switch 2 to the

position again (the fog light switch

automatically returns to the

position);

rotate the fog light switch 2 to the

OFF position;

turn the headlight switch 1 to the

OFF position.

The rear fog light indicator light in the
instrument cluster goes off when the
rear fog light is turned off.

TURN SIGNALS

The ignition must be switched ON to
use the turn and lane-change signals.

Direction indicators

Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.

If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.

The turn signal indicators (green)

in the instrument cluster flash

according to the operation of the turn
signal lever to show which signal is
working.

NOTE If an indicator light stays on
without flashing or if it flashes
abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs
may be burned out.

LANE CHANGE SIGNALS

Move the lever halfway toward the
direction of the lane change (until the
indicator flashes) and hold it there. It will
return to the off position when released.

Three-flash turn signal

After releasing the turn signal lever, the
turn signal indicator flashes three times.

The operation can be cancelled by
moving the lever in the direction
opposite to which it was operated.

Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS)

(where provided)

The adaptive front lighting system (AFS)
automatically adjusts the headlight
beams to the left or right in conjunction
with the operation of the steering wheel
after the headlights have been turned
on.

A system malfunction or operation
conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to “Warning lights on instrument
panel” paragraph in “Knowing the
instrument panel” chapter.

NOTE

Headlights are equipped which do

not blind drivers approaching in the

opposite direction no matter what side
of the road you must drive your vehicle
(left-hand or right-hand traffic).
Therefore, it is not necessary to adjust
the optical axis of the headlights when
switching temporarily to driving on the
opposite side of the road (left-hand or
right-hand traffic).

The Adaptive Front Lighting System

(AFS) function can be switched to
operable/ inoperable using the
personalisation function. Refer to
“Personalisation features” paragraph in
“Knowing the instrument panel”
chapter.

LEAVING HOME LIGHT
SYSTEM

The leaving home light system turns on
the lights when the transmitter unlock
button is pressed while away from the
vehicle.

Activation

When the ignition switch and the
headlight switch are as indicated below,
the headlights will illuminate when the
transmitter unlock button is pressed
and the vehicle receives the transmitter
signal.

The headlights turn off after a certain
period of time has elapsed
(30 seconds).

Ignition switch

: off.

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Headlight switch

:

or

position.

NOTE Operation of the leaving home
light system can be turned on or off.

NOTE When the transmitter

button

is pressed and the vehicle receives the
transmitter signal, the headlights turn
off.

NOTE When the headlight switch is in
a position other than

or

,

the headlights turn off.

WARNING

41)

The daytime running lights are an

alternative to the dipped beam headlights
for driving in countries where it is
compulsory to have lights on during the
day; where it is not compulsory, the use of
daytime running lights is permitted.

42)

Daytime running lights cannot replace

dipped beam 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.

WINDSCREEN
WIPERS / WASHER

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8) 9) 10) 11)

The ignition must be switched ON to
use the wipers.

NOTE NOTE If the windscreen wipers
are operated under cold weather
conditions or during snowfall, they
could stop due to accumulated snow
on the windscreen. If the windscreen
wipers stop due to accumulated snow
on the windscreen, park the vehicle in a
safe place, turn the wiper switch off,
and then remove the accumulated
snow. If the wiper switch is turned to
another position other than OFF, the
wipers will operate. If the wipers do not
operate even though the wiper switch is
turned to a position other than OFF,
contact an authorised Dealership as
soon as possible.

WINDSCREEN WIPERS

Turn the wipers 1 fig. 20 on by pressing
the lever up or down.

With intermittent wiper

Switch positions:

or

MIST

: operation while

pulling up lever;

OFF

: stop;

---

or

INT

: intermittent operation;

—

or

LO

: low speed operation;

=

or

HI

: high speed operation.

Variable-speed intermittent wipers

Set the lever to the intermittent position
and choose the interval timing by
rotating the ring 1.

With auto-wiper control

Switch positions:

or

MIST

: operation while

pulling up lever;

OFF

: stop;

AUTO

: auto control operation;

—

or

LO

: low speed operation;

=

or

HI

: high speed operation.

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Auto-wiper control

When the wiper lever is in the

AUTO

position, the rain sensor senses the
amount of rainfall on the windscreen
and turns the wipers on or off
automatically (off/intermittent/low
speed/high speed).

Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity

The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be
adjusted by turning the switch on the
wiper lever.

From the center position (normal),
rotate the switch 1 fig. 20 downward for
higher sensitivity (+) (faster response) or
rotate it upward for less sensitivity (-)
(slower response).

When the wiper lever is in the

AUTO

position and the ignition is switched
ON, the wipers may move automatically
in the following cases:

if the windscreen above the rain

sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth;

if the windscreen is struck with a

hand or other object from either outside
or inside the vehicle.

Switching the auto-wiper lever from the

OFF

to the

AUTO

position while driving

activates the windscreen wipers once,
after which they operate according to
the rainfall amount.

The auto-wiper control may not operate

when the rain sensor temperature is
about –10°C or lower, or about 85°C or
higher.

If the windscreen is coated with water
repellent, the rain sensor may not be
able to sense the amount of rainfall
correctly and auto-wiper control may
not operate properly.

If dirt or foreign matter (such as ice or
matter containing salt water) adheres to
the windscreen above the rain sensor
or if the windscreen is iced, it could
cause the wipers to move automatically.

However, if the wipers cannot remove
this ice, dirt or foreign matter, the
auto-wiper control will stop operation.
In this case, set the wiper lever to the
low speed position or high speed
position for manual operation, or
remove the ice, dirt or foreign matter by
hand to restore the auto-wiper
operation.

If the auto-wiper lever is left in the

AUTO

position, the wipers could

operate automatically from the effect of
strong light sources, electromagnetic
waves, or infrared light because the rain
sensor uses an optical sensor.

It is recommended that the auto-wiper
lever be switched to the

OFF

position

other than when driving the vehicle
under rainy conditions.

The auto-wiper control functions can be
turned off.

WINDSCREEN WASHER

Pull the lever toward you and hold it to
spray washer fluid.

NOTE If the windscreen washer is
turned on when the windscreen wipers
are not operating, the windscreen
wipers operate a few times.

If the washer does not work, inspect
the fluid level. If the fluid level is normal,
contact an Abarth Dealership.

With headlight washers

When the headlights are on, the
headlight washers operate
automatically once every fifth time the
windscreen washer operates.

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HEADLIGHT WASHER

(where provided)

The ignition must be switched ON and
the headlights must be turned on.

The headlight washers fig. 22 operate
automatically once every fifth time the
windscreen washer operates. If you
want to operate headlight washers,
double flick the wiper lever.

WARNING

43)

Use only windscreen washer fluid or

plain water in the reservoir. Using radiator
antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If
sprayed on the windscreen, it will dirty it,
affect your visibility, and could result in an
accident.

44)

Only use windscreen washer fluid

mixed with anti-freeze protection in freezing
weather conditions. Using windscreen
washer fluid without antifreeze protection in
freezing weather conditions is dangerous
as it could freeze on the windscreen and
block your vision which could cause an
accident. In addition, make sure the
windscreen is sufficiently warmed using the
defroster before spraying the washer fluid.

45)

Make sure the device is switched off

whenever the windscreen must be
cleaned.

IMPORTANT

8)

Do not use the screen wiper to remove

layers of snow or ice from the windscreen.
In such conditions, the windscreen wiper
may be subjected to excessive stress and
the motor cut-out switch, which prevents
operation for a few seconds, may
intervene. If operation is not subsequently
restored, even after the vehicle is restarted,
contact an Abarth Dealership.

9)

Do not operate the windscreen wiper

with blades lifted from the windscreen.

10)

Do not activate the rain sensor while

washing the vehicle in an automatic
washing system.

11)

If ice is found on the windscreen, make

sure that the device was disconnected
properly.

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CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM

OPERATING TIPS

2)

Operate the air-conditioning system
with the engine running.

To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial on for a long period of time with the
ignition switched ON when the engine
is not running.

Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the bonnet and the
air inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system efficiency.

Use the air-conditioning system to
defog the windows and dehumidify the
air.

The recirculate mode should be used
when driving through tunnels or while in
a traffic jam, or when you would like to
shut off outside air for quick cooling of
the interior.

Use the outside air position for
ventilation or windscreen defrosting.

If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then
run the air-conditioning system.

Run the air conditioner about

10 minutes at least once a month to
keep internal parts lubricated.

Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient. The refrigerant specifications
are indicated on a label (A or B
fig. 23 depending on the market)
attached to the inside of the engine
compartment. If the wrong type of
refrigerant is used, it could result in a
serious malfunction of the air
conditioner. Consult a professional,
government certified repairer for the
inspection or repair because a special
device is required for the air conditioner
maintenance. For details contact an
Abarth Dealership.

IMPORTANT

2)

The system uses a coolant that is

compatible with the laws in force in the
countries where the vehicle is sold, R134a
or R1234yf (indicated on a specific plate in
the engine compartment). The use of other
coolants affects the efficiency and condition
of the system. Also the compressor
coolants used must be compatible with the
indicated coolant.

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Type A

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CONTROL SWITCHES

1

– Temperature control dial. Turn it clockwise for hot and anticlockwise for cold.

2

– Fan control dial. This dial allows variable fan speeds. The fan has seven speeds.

3

– Mode selector dial. Turn the mode selector dial to select air flow mode. The mode selector dial can be set at the

intermediate positions (

●

) between each mode.

4

– Rear window defogger switch. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defogger. The rear window defogger operates

for about 15 minutes and then turns off automatically.

5

– Air intake selector. Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air

positions.

6

– A/C switch. Press the A/C switch to turn the air conditioner on.

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Type A

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CONTROL SWITCHES

1

– Temperature control dial.

2

– Fan control dial. The fan has seven speeds.

AUTO position

: the amount of air flow will be automatically controlled in

accordance with the set temperature.

Except AUTO position

: the air flow amount can be adjusted to the desired level by

turning the dial.

0 position

: to turn off the system, set the dial to 0 position.

3

– Mode selector dial. Turn the mode selector dial to select air flow mode.

AUTO position

: the air flow mode automatically

adjusts to the selected temperature. Except AUTO position: the desired air flow position can be selected by turning the dial.

4

– Rear window defogger switch. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defogger. The rear window defogger operates

for about 15 minutes and then turns off automatically.

5

– Air intake selector. Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air

positions.

6

– A/C switch. The air conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying functions) can be turned on or off by pressing the switch while the

fan control dial is at a position other than 0.

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POWER WINDOWS

CONTROLS

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The windows can be opened/closed by
operating the power window switches.

Opening/closing window

The window opens while the switch is
pressed and it closes while the switch is
pulled up with the ignition switched ON.
Do not open or close both windows at
the same time. The passenger window
can be opened/closed when the power
window lock switch on the driver's door
is in the unlock position. Keep this
switch in the locked position while
children are in the vehicle.

If the power window does not
open/close, wait a moment and then
operate the switch again.

Passenger control switches

The passenger window may be opened
or closed using the master control
switches on the driver's door
fig. 26 (without door-lock switch) and
fig. 27 (with door-lock switch):

1

(driver's window) /

2

(passenger's

window).

Opening / closing power windows

1

- Closing fig. 28: lightly pull up the

switch.

2

- Opening: lightly hold down

the switch.

Auto-opening power windows

To fully open the window automatically,
press the switch completely down, then
release. The window will fully open
automatically.

To stop the window partway, pull up the
switch and then release it.

The power window cannot be fully
closed while the door is open.

Power window system initialization
procedure

If the battery was disconnected during
vehicle maintenance, or for other
reasons (such as a switch continues to
be operated after the window is
open/closed), the window will not fully
open automatically.

The power window auto function will
only resume on the power window that
has been reset:

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Close the doors and the convertible

top;

Switch the ignition ON;
Make sure that the power window

lock switch located on the driver's door
is not depressed;

Press the switch and fully open the

window;

Pull up the switch to fully close the

window and continue holding the
switch for about 2 seconds after the
window fully closed;

Make sure that the power windows

operate correctly using the door
switches

After the system has been re-initialized,
passenger window can be fully opened
automatically using the master control
switches. If the automatic power
window operation does not operate
normally while the doors or convertible
top are opened/closed, reset it using
the above procedures.

POWER WINDOW LOCK
SWITCH

This feature prevents the passenger's
power window from operating. Keep
this switch in the locked position while
children are in the vehicle.

1 - Locked position (button

depressed)

fig. 29 (without door-lock

switch) and fig. 30 (with door-lock
switch): only the driver's power window
can be operated.

2 - Unlocked position (button not

depressed)

: both power windows on

each door can be operated.

When the power window lock switch is
in the locked position, the light on the
passenger power window switch turns
off. The light may be difficult to see
depending on the surrounding
brightness.

WARNING

46)

Make sure the opening is clear before

closing a window: closing a power window
is dangerous. A person's hands, head, or
even neck could be caught by the window
and result in serious injury or even death.
This warning applies especially to children.

47)

Never allow children to play with power

window switches: power window switches
that are not locked with the power window
lock switch would allow children to operate
power windows unintentionally, which
could result in serious injury if a child's
hands, head or neck becomes caught by
the window.

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INTERNAL
EQUIPMENT

ACCESSORY SOCKET

The accessory socket is located deep
in the back of the footwell on the
passenger side fig. 31.

Only use genuine FCA accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12V, 10A).

The ignition must be switched to ACC
or ON.

To prevent accessory socket damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:

do not use accessories that require

more than 120 W (DC 12V / 10A);

do not use accessories that are not

genuine FCA accessories or the
equivalent;

close the cover when the accessory

socket is not in use to prevent foreign
objects and liquids from getting into the
accessory socket;

correctly insert the plug into the

accessory socket;

do not insert the cigarette lighter into

the accessory socket;

noise may occur on the audio

playback depending on the device
connected to the accessory socket;

depending on the device connected

to the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected,
which could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem
is resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off. If the
problem is not resolved, contact an
Abarth Dealership.

IMPORTANT To prevent discharging of
the battery, do not use the socket for
long periods with the engine off or
idling.

BOOT LID

OPENING

48) 49)

IMPORTANT Before opening the boot
lid, remove any snow and ice
accumulation on it. Otherwise, the boot
lid could close under the weight of the
snow and ice resulting in injury.

IMPORTANT Be careful when
opening/closing the boot lid during
strong winds. If a strong gust blows
against the boot lid, it could close
suddenly resulting in injury.

IMPORTANT Fully open the boot lid and
make sure that it stays open. If the boot
lid is only opened partially, it could slam
shut by vibration or wind gusts resulting
in injury.

IMPORTANT When loading or
unloading luggage in the boot, turn off
the engine. Otherwise, you could get
burned by the heat of the exhaust gas.

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Using the remote release button

(where provided)

Unlock the doors and boot lid, then
press the electric boot lid opener
fig. 32 and raise it when the latch
releases.

NOTE

With the advanced keyless

function

: a locked boot lid can also be

opened while the key is being carried.

With the advanced keyless function

A locked boot lid can also be opened
while the key is being carried.

When opening the boot lid with the
doors locked, it may require a few
seconds for the boot lid latch to release
after the electric boot lid opener is
pressed.

The boot lid can be closed when the
doors are locked with the key left in the
vehicle. However, to prevent locking the
key in the vehicle, the boot lid can be

opened by pressing the electric boot lid
opener. If the boot lid cannot be
opened despite doing this procedure,
press the electric boot lid opener to fully
open the boot lid after pushing the boot
lid completely closed.

If the vehicle battery is dead or there is
a malfunction in the electrical system
and the boot lid cannot be unlocked,
the boot lid can be opened by
performing the emergency procedure
(refer to “When the boot lid cannot be
opened” paragraph in this chapter).

CLOSING

50) 51)

Use both hands to push the boot lid
down until the lock snaps shut. Do not
slam it.

Pull up on the boot lid to make sure it is
secure.

WHEN BOOT LID
CANNOT BE OPENED

If the battery is dead, the boot cannot
be unlocked and opened. In this case,
the boot can be unlocked by taking
care of the dead battery situation.

If the boot cannot be unlocked even if
the dead battery situation has been
resolved, the electrical system may
have a malfunction.

Proceed as follows:

close the convertible top and remove

the windblocker fig. 33;

remove the fasteners on the right

side of the vehicle fig. 34;

partially peel back the cover on the

right side of the vehicle fig. 35;

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