Abarth Abarth Punto Evo User guide

OWNER HANDBOOK
ABARTHPUNTOEVO

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:
❒ the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity
❒ the range of additional services available to Abarth Customers.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
❒ OWNER HANDBOOK 1-220 ❒ RIGHT HAND DRIVE VERSION 257-258
❒ RADIO 221-254

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.
F0U001Ab
fig. 1
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
Y
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.
F0U003Ab
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
Y
coming on when driving
❒ If the warning light
Y
turns on, this means that the
system is running a self-diagnosis (for example for a
voltage drop).
❒ If the warning light
Y
stays on, contact an Abarth
Dealership.
The electronic components inside the key
may be damaged if the key is submitted
to sharp knocks.
F0U004Ab
fig. 3
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F0U005Ab
fig. 4
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL fig. 4
The metal insert A operates:
❒ the ignition switch;
❒ the door locks;
❒ 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 Ë is used for unlocking the doors and the boot.
Button Áis used for locking the doors and the boot.
Button
R 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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F0U006Ab
fig. 5 F0U007Ab fig. 6
Replacing the battery of the key with remote
control fig. 6
To replace the battery, proceed as follows:
❒ press button A and bring the metal insert B to the
open position;
❒ turn the screw C to : using a fine bit screwdriver;
❒ take out the battery case D and replace the battery
E, respecting its polarity;
❒ 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.
fig. 7 F0U008Ab
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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL fig. 8
The metal insert of the key A is fixed.
The key operates:
❒ the ignition switch;
❒ the door locks;
❒ the fuel tank cap lock (for versions/markets where
provided).
ALARM
The car’s alarm system is available from Lineaccessori
Abarth.
fig. 8 F0U009Ab
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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)
Turn key anticlockwise
(driver’s side)
Briefly press
Ë button
blinks twice
Off
Door closing
from the outside
Turn key clockwise
(driver’s side)
Turn key clockwise
(driver’s side)
Briefly press
Ábutton
blinks once
On with a fixed light for
about 3 seconds
followed by deterrence
led
flashing
Dead lock (*)
–
–
Double pressing
Á
button
3 blinks
Double flashing, followed
by deterrence led
flashing
Tailgate
opening
–
–
Briefly press
R
button
blinks twice
Deterrent blinking
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fig. 9 F0U010Ab
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:
❒ STOP: engine off, key can be extracted, steering
locked. Some electrical devices (e.g. sound system,
central door locking system, etc.) may work.
❒ MAR: driving position. All electric devices can
operate.
❒ 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.

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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F0U015Ab
fig. 13 F0U016Ab
fig. 14
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
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fig. 15 F0U2050Abg
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
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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
fig. 18 F0U017Ab