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turn and loosen the cap screws until

the screws start to spin free fig. 36;

pull out the cap and open the boot

lid fig. 37. After performing this
emergency measure, contact an Abarth
Dealership as soon as possible.

IMPORTANT Do not pull the screw
when pulling the cap. Otherwise, the
screw may fall off and become lost.

WARNING

48)

Never allow a person to ride in the

boot: allowing a person to ride in the boot
is dangerous. The person in the boot could
be seriously injured or killed during sudden
braking or a collision.

49)

Do not drive with the boot lid open:

exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is
dangerous. An open boot lid in a moving
vehicle will cause exhaust gas to be drawn
into the cabin. This gas contains CO
(carbon monoxide), which is colourless,
odourless, and highly poisonous, and it
can cause loss of consciousness and
death. Moreover, an open boot lid could
cause occupants to fall out in an accident.

50)

Close the boot lid, do not allow

children to play inside the boot lid. Leaving
the trunk lid open or leaving children in the
vehicle with the keys is dangerous.
Children could open the boot lid and climb
inside resulting in possible injury or death
from heat exposure.

51)

Always keep the car from being a

tempting place to play by latching the
doors and the boot lid, and keeping the
keys where children can not play with
them. Leaving children or animals
unattended in a parked vehicle is
dangerous. Babies left sleeping and
children who lock themselves in cars or
trunks can die very quickly from heat
prostration. Do not leave your children or
pets alone in a car at any time. Do not
leave the car, the boot lid unlocked.

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BONNET

OPENING

52) 53) 54) 56)

Proceed as follows:

with the vehicle parked, pull the

release handle 1 fig. 38 to unlock the
bonnet;

insert your hand into the bonnet

opening, slide the latch lever 2 to the
right fig. 39 and lift up the bonnet;

release support rod 3 fig. 40 from its

locking device, then insert it in the
padded area 4 fig. 41 and secure it in
the support rod hole indicated by the
arrow to hold the bonnet open.

CLOSING

55)

Proceed as follows:

check under the bonnet area to

make certain all filler caps are in place
and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil
containers, etc.) have been removed;

lift the bonnet, grasp the padded

area on the support rod, and secure the
support rod from its locking device.
Verify that the support rod is secured in
the clip before closing the bonnet;

lower the bonnet slowly to a height of

about 20 cm above its closed position
and then let it drop.

IMPORTANT When closing the bonnet,
do not push it excessively such as by
applying your weight. Otherwise, the
bonnet could be deformed.

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WARNING

52)

Perform these operations only when

the car is stationary.

53)

The bonnet may drop suddenly if the

supporting rod is not positioned correctly.

54)

Use both hands to lift the bonnet.

Before lifting, check that the windscreen
wiper arms are not raised from the
windscreen, that the vehicle is stationary
and that the parking brake is engaged.

55)

Always check that the bonnet is closed

and securely locked. A bonnet that is not
closed and securely locked is dangerous
as it could fly open while the vehicle is
moving and block the driver's vision which
could result in a serious accident.

56)

With active bonnet: do not pull the

bonnet's release handle after the active
bonnet has activated. Pulling the release
handle while the active bonnet is operating
is dangerous as it will raise the bonnet
further and obstruct vision. In addition, the
bonnet cannot be lowered manually,
therefore do not attempt to forcefully push
the bonnet back down. Otherwise, it could
deform the bonnet or cause injury. If the
active bonnet has activated, always
contact an Abarth Dealership immediately.

CONVERTIBLE TOP
(SOFT TOP)

LOWERING THE
CONVERTIBLE TOP

IMPORTANT Do not sit on the folded
convertible top. Otherwise, the
convertible top could be damaged or
you may fall off and be injured.

Proceed as follows:

make sure the parking brake is

applied. If the engine is running, turn it
off;

make sure there are no objects

which have been placed in the area
where the convertible top is to be
retracted;

with the lock release button 1

fig. 42 depressed forward (red mark
2 visible), pull back the top latch lever 3
fig. 43 to unlock it;

remove the striker 4 from the anchor

5 fig. 44;

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IMPORTANT If the power windows do
not go down automatically, fully open
the windows.

standing outside of the vehicle, hold

the convertible top along the front edge
6 fig. 45 and pull it toward the vehicle
rear;

IMPORTANT To lower the convertible
top from inside the vehicle, use the
convertible top's handles 6 fig. 45.

move the convertible top rearward

and fold it while pressing the rear glass
lightly with your hand;

with the back end of the convertible

top pressed, press the front end until a
latch sound is heard fig. 46. Lightly rock
the retracted convertible top to make
sure it is securely locked.

RAISING THE
CONVERTIBLE TOP

Proceed as follows:

make sure the parking brake is

applied. If the engine is running, turn it
off;

pull up the unlock lever 1 to

disengage the lock 1 fig. 47;

standing outside of the vehicle, hold

the convertible top along the front edge
and pull it towards the vehicle front;

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IMPORTANT If the power windows do
not go down automatically, fully open
the windows or open the doors.

IMPORTANT To raise the convertible
top from inside the vehicle, use the
convertible top's handles 2 fig. 48.

sitting in a seat, grasp the convertible

top's handles 3 fig. 49, and press the
convertible top against the windscreen.
Make sure the striker 4 engages with
the anchor 5, move the top latch slowly,
and then push the top latch upward
until a latch sound is heard.

IMPORTANT Driving with the
convertible top not fully locked could
damage the convertible top. If the red
indicator is visible on the lock release

button , the convertible top is not
locked. After locking the convertible
top, verify that the red indicator 6
fig. 50 is not visible (7 = locked position
/ 8 = unlocked position).

IMPORTANT Do not spray water
directly near the seam of the window
and convertible top when flushing away
dirt on the soft top with water.
Otherwise, water may enter the vehicle
(see paragraph “Convertible top
maintenance” in “Maintenance and
care” chapter).

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CONVERTIBLE TOP
PRECAUTIONS

57) 58) 59) 60) 61)

12) 13) 0) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) 21)

Remove leaves or other matter that

may accumulate on and around the
convertible top. If leaves or other matter
block the drain filter, water may enter
the vehicle. Clean the drain filter at least
once a year.

Before opening the convertible top,

make sure the rear window defogger
switch is turned off. Otherwise the heat
generated from the defogger could
damage the convertible top and the
internal material.

Before lowering or raising the

convertible top, stop in a safe place off
the right-of-way and park on a level
surface.

Make sure nothing is on the

convertible top or near the back
window when raising or lowering the
convertible top.

Even small objects may interfere and

cause damage.

When lowering the convertible top,

make sure objects inside the vehicle are
not blown away by the wind.

Secure all loose objects inside before

driving with the convertible top down.

To help prevent burglary or vandalism

and to ensure that the passenger
compartment stays dry, close the
convertible top and both windows
securely and lock both doors when
leaving the vehicle.

Do not drive through an automatic

car wash; it may damage the
convertible top.

Do not raise or lower the convertible

top when the temperature is below 5 °C
(41 °F); this will damage the convertible
top material.

The soft top is made of high quality

material and if it is not maintained
correctly, the material could harden,
becomes stained, or have an uneven
gloss.

Do not lower the convertible top

when it's wet. If the convertible top
dries while folded, it will deteriorate and
mold.

Lowering the convertible top while

it's wet can also cause water to drip
into the passenger compartment.

Do not raise or lower the convertible

top in a strong wind as it could damage
the convertible top or cause an
unexpected accident.

The power windows go down

automatically in conjunction with the
convertible top opening/closing.
However, this is a function for improving
the operability, and it does not mean
there is a problem. If the vehicle battery
is disconnected for vehicle maintenance
or other reasons, the power windows
will not go down automatically. If the
power windows do not go down, the
automatic open/close mechanism for
the windows must be reset.

The windblocker reduces the amount

of wind coming into the cabin from
behind when driving with the
convertible top opened.

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WARNING

57)

Before starting the vehicle make sure

the convertible top is correctly locked.

58)

Sit in the seat with the seat belt

correctly fastened when the vehicle is
moving: standing in the vehicle, or sitting
on the convertible top storage area or
center console when the vehicle is moving
is a dangerous way to ride. During a
sudden manoeuvre or collision you could
be seriously injured or even killed.

59)

Always keep your hands and fingers

away from the fastening mechanisms when
moving the convertible top: it is dangerous
to place your hands or fingers near the
fastening mechanisms. Your hands or
fingers could be caught and injured by the
mechanism.

60)

Be careful while installing/removing the

soft top to prevent any damage or injury.

61)

Keep children away from the area in

which the soft-top is folding while
installing/removing it.

IMPORTANT

12)

Never open the soft top in presence of

snow or ice to prevent damage.

13)

Loads may not be secured on the roof.

14)

Bird droppings and plant resins must

be washed off the soft top immediately as
they can damage its fabric.

15)

Never use high-pressure washing

systems.

16)

When using steam washers or

high-pressure water washers, maintain a
suitable distance and do not exceed a
maximum temperature of 60°C. Damage,
alterations and water infiltration may occur
if the distance is too small or if pressure is
too high.

17)

If a water jet is used, direct away from

the edges of the fabric and the windscreen
surround to prevent water infiltration.

18)

Never use alcohol, petrol, chemical

products, detergents, stain removers, wax,
solvents and “wash and polish” products.

19)

Rinse immediately to remove soap to

prevent stains and blots. Repeat the
operation if needed.

20)

Follow the instructions on the

waterproofing product container for perfect
results.

21)

The rubber seals of the soft top must

be washed with water only. If you notice
that seals are dry or sticking, apply talcum
powder or products specifically for rubber
(silicone spray).

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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

This section of the owner handbook
gives you all the information you need
to understand, interpret and use the
instrument panel correctly.

CONTROL PANEL AND
INSTRUMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
MAINTENANCE MONITOR . . . . . . .53
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

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CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTS

1. Odometer/Trip meter and Trip computer button/Dashboard illumination - 2. Tachometer - 3. Speedometer - 4. Automatic
transmission info display - 5. Odometer/Trip computer info/Engine coolant temperature gauge/Fuel gauge/Outside
temperature/Speed limiter/Cruise Control/INFO switch display

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Right hand drive versions

1. Odometer/Trip meter and Trip computer button/Dashboard illumination - 2. Tachometer - 3. Speedometer - 4. Automatic
transmission info display - 5. Odometer/Trip computer info/Engine coolant temperature gauge/Fuel gauge/Outside
temperature/Speed limiter/Cruise Control/INFO switch display

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ODOMETER / TRIP METER

The display mode can be changed from
odometer to “Trip meter A” to “Trip
meter B” and then back to odometer by
pressing the selector 1 fig. 53 while one
of them is displayed. The selected
mode will be displayed.

Trip meter

The trip meter can record the total
distance of two trips. One is recorded in
“Trip A”, and the other is recorded in
“Trip B”.

For instance, “Trip A” can record the
distance from the point of origin, and
“Trip B” can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.

Use this meter to measure trip
distances and to compute fuel
consumption.

If the fuel economy data is reset using
the fuel economy monitor, or Trip A is
reset using the trip meter when the
function which synchronizes the fuel
economy monitor and the trip meter is
on, the fuel economy data and Trip A
are reset simultaneously.

NOTE Only the trip meters record
tenths of kilometers (miles).

Trip meter reset

The trip meter will be erased when the
power supply is interrupted (blown fuse
or the battery is disconnected) or when
the vehicle is driven over 9999.9 km
(mile).

INSTRUMENT PANEL
ILLUMINATION

Brightness adjustment

The brightness of the instrument cluster
and dashboard illuminations can be
adjusted by rotating the knob 1 fig. 54:

the brightness decreases

by

rotating the knob to the left. A beep
sound will be heard when the knob has
been rotated to the maximum dim
position;

the brightness increases

by

rotating the knob to the right.

Cancelling illumination dimmer

Rotate the knob to the right until a beep
sound is heard while the instrument
cluster is dimmed with the ignition
switched ON. If the instrument cluster's
visibility is reduced due to glare from
surrounding brightness, cancel the
illumination dimmer.

When the illumination dimmer is
canceled, the instrument cluster cannot
be dimmed even if the position lights
are turned on. When the illumination
dimmer is canceled, the screen in the
center display switches to constant
display of the daytime screen.

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TRIP COMPUTER AND
INFO SWITCH

The following information can be
selected by pressing the INFO switch
fig. 55 with the ignition switched ON:

Distance-to-empty (approximate

distance you can travel on the available
fuel);

Average fuel economy;
Current fuel economy;
Average vehicle speed;
Vehicle speed alarm (where

provided).

If you have any problems with your trip
computer, contact an Abarth
Dealership.

Vehicle speed alarm mode

(where provided)

In this mode, the current setting for the
vehicle speed alarm is displayed. You
can change the vehicle speed setting at
which the warning is triggered.

IMPORTANT The vehicle speed alarm
display is activated at the same time
the beep sound is heard. The set
vehicle speed flashes several times.

The vehicle speed alarm can be set
using the INFO switch.

The vehicle speed alarm function can
be set between 30 and 250 km/h.

IMPORTANT Always set the vehicle
speed according to the laws and
regulations of the country/city in which
the vehicle is driven. In addition, always
verify the speed of the vehicle using the
speedometer.

The vehicle speed alarm can be set
using the following procedure:

press the INFO switch to display the

vehicle speed alarm mode;

press the INFO switch continuously

until a beep sound is heard. The set
vehicle speed display flashes the third
digit (hundredths place) fig. 56;

press the INFO switch and set the

third digit (hundredths place) to the
desired vehicle speed. The numerical
value changes each time the INFO
switch is pressed;

press the INFO switch continuously

until a beep sound is heard. The set
vehicle speed display flashes the lower
two digits (tenths and ones place)
fig. 57;

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press the INFO switch and set the

two lower digits (tenths and ones place)
to the desired vehicle speed. The
numerical value changes each time the
INFO switch is pressed;

press the INFO switch continuously

until a beep sound is heard. The set
vehicle speed is displayed on the
vehicle speed alarm screen.

GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR

(where provided)

The gear shift indicator supports you to
obtain optimum fuel economy and
smooth driving.

It displays the selected gear position 1
fig. 58 in the instrument cluster as well
as notifies the driver to change to the
most suitable gear position
2 corresponding to the actual driving
condition.

Indication

Condition

Numeral

The selected gear

position is displayed

and numeral

Shift up or down to

the indicated gear

position is

recommended

IMPORTANT Do not rely solely on the
shift-up/shift-down recommendations
by indications. The actual driving
situation might require shift operations
different from indication. To avoid the
risk of accidents, the road and traffic
conditions have to be judged correctly
by the driver before shifting.

Versions with manual transmission

The gear shift indicator turns off when
the following operations are performed:

the vehicle is stopped;
the vehicle is put in neutral;
the vehicle is driven in reverse;
the clutch is not fully engaged when

accelerating from a stop;

the clutch pedal remains depressed

for 2 seconds or longer while driving.

Versions with automatic
transmission

The gear shift indicator turns off when
the following operations are performed:

the vehicle is stopped;
manual shift mode is cancelled.

Manually shifting up

(versions with automatic transmission)

Using selector lever: to shift up to a
higher gear, tap the selector lever back
+ once.

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MAINTENANCE
MONITOR

(where provided)

Reset method

Proceed as follows:

select the icon

on the home

screen to display the “Applications”
screen;

select “Maintenance” to display the

maintenance list screen;

switch the tab and select the setting

item you want to change: “Scheduled”,
“Tire rotation”, “Oil Change”.

You can customize settings in the setup
display as follows:

Scheduled
Tire rotation
Oil Change

For each function are available following
items: “Setting”/“Time (months)”/
“Distance (km or mile)”/“Reset”.

Only for “Oil Change” you can also set
“Oil life (%)”.

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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES

IMPORTANT The indication of the
warning light in the instrument panel is
indicative and precautionary and as
such must not be considered as
exhaustive and/or alternative to the
information contained in the Owner
Handbook, which you are advised to
read carefully in all cases. Always refer
to the information in this chapter in the
event of a failure indication.

IMPORTANT The instrument panel
warning light will stay on until the cause
of the failure is eliminated.

Versions with Radio 7”

The details for some warnings can be
viewed on the centre display.

Proceed as follows:

if the warning light is turned on,

select

icon on the home screen to

display the application screen;

select “

Vehicle Status Monitor

”;

select “

Warning Guidance

” to

display the current warnings;

select the applicable warning to view

the warning details.

WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES

For the following warning/indicator
lights:

Master warning light;
Brake system warning light;
ABS warning light;
Charging system warning light;
Engine oil warning light;
Check engine light;
High engine coolant temperature

warning light;

Automatic transmission warning light;
Power steering malfunction indicator

light;

Air Bag/Seat Belt pretensioner

system warning light;

Active bonnet warning light;
Low fuel warning light;
Seat belt warning light;
Seat belt warning light;
Door-ajar warning light;
Low washer fluid level warning light;
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

warning light;

KEY warning light;
LED headlight KEY warning light;
Wrench indicator light;
TCS/DSC indicator light;

DSC OFF indicator light;
Security indicator light;
Passenger Air Bag deactivation

indicator light (where provided).

The light turns on when the ignition is
switched on for an operation check,
and turns off a few seconds later or
when the engine is started. If the light
does not turn on or remains turned on,
contact an Abarth Dealership.

Only for “Brake system warning
light”

: the light turns on continuously

when the parking brake is applied.

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Red warning lights

Warning light

What it means

what to do

PARKING BRAKE WARNING - WARNING
LIGHT INSPECTION / LOW BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL WARNING

Parking brake warning / Warning light
inspection

The light illuminates when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition switched to START or
ON. It turns off when the parking brake is fully
released.

Low brake fluid level warning

If the brake warning light remains illuminated
even though the parking brake is released, the
brake fluid may be low or there could be a
problem with the brake system. Park the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and
contact an Abarth Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not drive with the brake
system warning light illuminated. Contact an
Abarth Dealership to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible. Driving with
the brake system warning light illuminated is
dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may
not work at all or that they could completely
fail at any time. If this light remains illuminated,
after checking that the parking brake is fully
released, have the brakes inspected
immediately.
IMPORTANT In addition, the effectiveness of
the braking may diminish so you may need to
depress the brake pedal more strongly than
normal to stop the vehicle.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately
and contact an Abarth Dealership.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place immediately
and contact an Abarth Dealership.

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