Fiat 500 Abarth (2016 year). Instruction

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be as-
sured that it represents precision workmanship, distinc-
tive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are
traditional to our vehicles.

This Owner’s Instruction has been prepared with the assis-
tance of service and engineering specialists to acquaint
you with the operation and maintenance of your vehicle.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and various
customer-oriented documents. Please take the time to
read these publications carefully. Following the instruc-
tions and recommendations in this instruction will help
assure safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle.

The enclosed Warranty Information lists the services that
FCA US LLC offers to its customers:

• The Warranty with terms and conditions for maintain-

ing its validity

• The range of additional services available to FCA US

LLC customers

NOTE: After reviewing the owner information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing and remain with the vehicle when sold.

When it comes to service, remember that your authorized
dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-trained tech-
nicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and cares about
your satisfaction.

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

Consult the Table of Contents to determine which section
contains the information you desire.

Since the specification of your vehicle depends on the
items of equipment ordered, certain descriptions and
illustrations may differ from your vehicle’s equipment.

The detailed index at the back of this Owner’s Instruction
contains a complete listing of all subjects.

Consult the following table for a description of the
symbols that may be used on your vehicle or throughout
this Owner’s Instruction:

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WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

This Owner’s Instruction contains WARNINGS against
operating procedures that could result in a collision,
bodily injury and/or death. It also contains CAUTIONS
against procedures that could result in damage to your
vehicle. If you do not read this entire Owner’s Instruction,
you may miss important information. Observe all Warn-
ings and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is found on the
left front corner of the instrument panel, visible through
the windshield. This number also appears engraved on
the right front door sill under the sill scuff plate, on an
adhesive label applied to the right door opening on the
B-Pillar, on the vehicle registration and title.

Vehicle Identification Number

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NOTE:

It is illegal to remove or alter the VIN.

VEHICLE MODIFICATIONS/ALTERATIONS

WARNING!

Any modifications or alterations to this vehicle could
seriously affect its roadworthiness and safety and
may lead to a collision resulting in serious injury or
death.

Stamped VIN Location

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A WORD ABOUT YOUR KEYS

The key fob contains the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter with an integrated key. To use the mechanical
key, simply push the mechanical key release button.

The vehicle is supplied with a code card containing key
code numbers to order duplicate keys, and the autho-
rized dealer that sold you your new vehicle has the key
code numbers for your vehicle locks. These numbers can
be used to order duplicate keys.

Ignition Key Removal

1. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.

2. Bring the vehicle to a stop.

3. Apply the parking brake fully.

4. Place the shift lever into REVERSE gear.

5. Turn the key to place the ignition switch in the

OFF/LOCK position.

6. Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.

7. Release the clutch pedal.

Mechanical Key Release Button

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WARNING!

• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the automatic

transmission into PARK or the instruction transmis-
sion into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the park-
ing brake, turn the vehicle OFF, remove the key fob
from the ignition and lock your vehicle.

• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with

access to an unlocked vehicle.

• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is

dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the gear selector.

• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle, or

in a location accessible to children. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.

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Ignition Switch Positions

1 — STOP (OFF/LOCK)
2 — MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)
3 — AVV (START)

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Do not leave children or animals inside parked

vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always remove
the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended.

Locking Doors With A Key

You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the
door, turn the key to the left. To unlock the door, turn the
key to the right. Refer to “Body Lubrication” in “Main-
taining Your Vehicle” for maintenance procedures.

Key-In-Ignition Reminder

Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the ignition
and the ignition switch position is OFF/LOCK sounds a
signal to remove the key.

SENTRY KEY

The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-
ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.

The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle.

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NOTE:

A key which has not been programmed is also

considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.

If the Vehicle Security Light is on after the key is turned
to the ON/RUN position, it indicates that there is a
problem with the electronics.

CAUTION!

• Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle

and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unat-
tended.

• The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not compat-

ible with some aftermarket remote starting sys-
tems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle
starting problems and loss of security protection.

All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.

Replacement Keys

NOTE:

Only keys that have been programmed to the

vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it cannot
be programmed to any other vehicle. When having the
Sentry Key Immobilizer System serviced, bring all ve-
hicle keys with you to an authorized dealer.

The VIN is required for authorized dealer replacement of
keys. Duplication of keys may be performed at an
authorized dealer.

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General Information

The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired op-
eration.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM

The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the vehicle doors
for unauthorized entry and the ignition for unauthorized
operation. If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle
Security Alarm will provide the following audible and
visible signals: the horn will pulse, the park lamps
and/or turn signals will flash, and the Vehicle Security
Light in the instrument cluster will flash.

To Arm The System:

Push the Key Fob LOCK button.

To Disarm The System:

Push the Key Fob UNLOCK button or cycle the ignition
to the ON/RUN position.

The Vehicle Security Alarm is designed to protect your
vehicle. However, you can create conditions where the
Vehicle Security Alarm will give you a false alarm. If one

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of the previously described arming sequences has oc-
curred, the Vehicle Security Alarm will arm regardless of
whether you are in the vehicle or not. If you remain in the
vehicle and open a door, the alarm will sound. If this
occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

If the Vehicle Security Alarm is armed and the battery
becomes disconnected, the Vehicle Security Alarm will
remain armed when the battery is reconnected. The
exterior lights will flash, and the horn will sound. If this
occurs, disarm the Vehicle Security Alarm.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE) — IF
EQUIPPED

This system allows you to lock or unlock the doors and
liftgate from distances up to approximately 66 ft (20 m)
using a hand-held Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit-
ter. The RKE transmitter does not need to be pointed at
the vehicle to activate the system.

NOTE:

The line of transmission must not be blocked

with metal objects.

Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter

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To Unlock The Doors And Liftgate

Push and release the UNLOCK button on the RKE
transmitter once to unlock the driver’s door or twice,
within five seconds, to unlock all doors and the liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash to acknowledge the
unlock signal. The illuminated entry system will also
turn on.

Remote Key Unlock, Driver Door/All Doors 1st
Press

This feature lets you program the system to unlock either
the driver’s door or all doors on the first push of the
UNLOCK button on the RKE transmitter. To change the
current setting, refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Under-
standing Your Instrument Panel” for further information.

Opening Power Top Remote Function

The remote keyless power top function can only be used
with the engine off.

NOTE:

The remote keyless power top function can be

used to open the power top to the spoiler position.

1 — Unlock/Power Top Open button

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Opening Power Top Remote Function:

1. OPEN — Push and hold the unlock button down on

the key fob for a minimum of three seconds to initiate
Power Top Open. The roof will stop opening when-
ever the unlock button on the key fob is released, or
when it reaches the spoiler position.

NOTE:

If your power convertible top does not open with

the remote, please refer to the

⬙Power Convertible Top

Relearn Procedure” in “Understanding The Features Of
Your Vehicle” for further information.

WARNING!

Failure to follow these warnings can result in injuries
that are serious or fatal to you, your passengers, and
others around you:
• Before operating the power top, make sure that no

moving parts of the convertible top can injure a
person or animal.

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WARNING! (Continued)

• Never place any extremities (hands, feet, etc.) near

the convertible top components, the upper wind-
shield area, the shelf area behind the rear seats, or
the convertible top stowage area while raising or
lowering the convertible top.

• When using the power top button on RKE trans-

mitter, if potential danger exists while lowering the
top, release the button immediately to interrupt the
operation.

• Only drive the vehicle with the convertible top

completely closed and latched or fully lowered into
its stowage compartment.

• Do not operate the power top when the vehicle is in

motion.

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To Lock The Doors And Liftgate

Push and release the LOCK button on the RKE transmit-
ter to lock all doors and the liftgate. The turn signal lights
will flash and the horn will chirp to acknowledge the
signal.

Programming Additional Transmitters

Refer to “Sentry Key” in “Things To Know Before Start-
ing” for further information.

If you do not have a programmed RKE transmitter,
contact your authorized dealer for details.

Transmitter Battery Replacement

NOTE:

Perchlorate Material – special handling may ap-

ply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

The recommended replacement battery is CR2032.

1. Push the mechanical key release button and release the

mechanical key to access the battery case screw lo-
cated on the side of the Key Fob.

2. Rotate the screw located on the side of the Key Fob

using a small screwdriver.

Mechanical Key Release Button

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Fiat 500 Abarth (2016 year). Instruction - part 1