Fiat Blue&Me 2012 500 Abarth User manual

This guide has been prepared to help you get quickly
acquainted with your new FIAT and to provide a
convenient reference source for common questions.
However, it is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual.
For complete operational instructions, maintenance
procedures and important safety messages, please
consult your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center
Manuals, Multimedia User Manual and other Warning
Labels in your vehicle.
Not all features shown in this guide may apply to your
vehicle. For additional information on accessories to help
personalize your vehicle, visit www.mopar.com or your
local FIAT dealer.
12FF500-926-AA
Fifth Edition Rev 1
User Guide
2012 USER GUIDE

The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the
vehicle. Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, resulting in a collision and personal injury. Chrysler
Group LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme
caution when using any device or feature that may take their
attention off the road. Use of any electrical devices such as cell
phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other
devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous
and could lead to a serious collision.Texting while driving is also
dangerous and should never be done while the vehicle is moving.
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vehicle operation, pull off the road to a safe location and stop
your vehicle. Some States or Provinces prohibit the use of
cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always
the driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
IMPORTANT:This User Guide is intended to familiarize you
with the important features of your vehicle.The DVD enclosed
contains your Owner’s Manual, Navigation/Media Center
Manuals,Warranty Booklets,Tire Warranty and 24-HourTowing
Assistance (new vehicles purchased in the U.S.) or Roadside
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collisions.Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood alcohol levels
far below the legal minimum. If you are drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a
designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend,or use public transportation.
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INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
WELCOME FROM FIAT ...............2
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
DRIVER COCKPIT ..................4
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER...............6
GETTING STARTED
KEY FOB .......................8
THEFT ALARM ....................9
POWER DOOR LOCKS ...............9
SEAT BELT ......................10
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) - AIR
BAGS .........................11
CHILD RESTRAINTS ................12
FRONT SEATS ....................14
REAR SEATS .....................16
TILT STEERING ...................16
HEATED SEATS ...................17
OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS ...18
TURN SIGNAL/LIGHTS/HIGH BEAM LEVER ...19
WIPER/WASHER LEVER ..............20
ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL .........21
POWER WINDOWS ................22
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROLS .........23
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CONTROLS (ATC) .................24
REAR PARK ASSIST .................25
SPORT MODE ....................25
MANUAL TRANSMISSION .............25
POWER SUNROOF .................26
POWER CONVERTIBLE TOP............27
WIND BUFFETING .................29
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER .............29
ELECTRONICS
YOUR VEHICLE'S SOUND SYSTEM ........30
AM/FM RADIO WITH CD PLAYER AND
Sirius XM™ SATELLITE RADIO ..........32
BLUE&ME™ HANDS-FREE OPERATION .....34
iPod®/USB/MP3 CONTROL ............39
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION
CENTER (EVIC) ...................40
PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES ...........40
TRIP BUTTON ....................41
POWER OUTLET ..................42
UTILITY
TRAILER TOWING .................43
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND MOTOR-
HOME, ETC.)....................43
WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE ........44
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS ....44
IF YOUR ENGINE OVERHEATS ..........48
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING .........49
TIREFIT KIT .....................56
JUMP-STARTING PROCEDURE ..........62
SHIFT LEVER OVERRIDE ..............64
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE .........64
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM ...65
FREEING A STUCK VEHICLE ............66
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) .........68
MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
OPENING THE HOOD ..............69
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .............70
FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES .............71
MAINTENANCE CHART ..............72
FUSES .........................75
TIRE PRESSURES ..................77
WHEEL AND WHEEL TRIM CARE ........77
EXTERIOR BULBS .................78
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
CHRYSLER GROUP LLC CUSTOMER CENTER ...79
ASSISTANCE FOR THE HEARING IMPAIRED ..79
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS ..........79
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS IN THE 50
UNITED STATES AND WASHINGTON, D.C...80
MOPAR® ACCESSORIES
AUTHENTIC ACCESSORIES BY MOPAR® ...81
INDEX .......................82
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1

WELCOME FROM FIAT
Congratulations on selecting your new FIAT vehicle.Be assured that it represents preci-
sion workmanship, distinctive styling, and high quality - all essentials that are traditional to
our vehicles.
Your new FIAT vehicle has characteristics to enhance the driver's control under some
driving conditions.These are to assist the driver and are never a substitute for attentive
driving.They can never take the driver's place.Always drive carefully.
Your new vehicle has many features for the comfort and convenience of you and your
passengers.Some of these should not be used when driving because they take your eyes
from the road or your attention from driving.Never text while driving or take your eyes
more than momentarily off the road.
This guide illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipment that are ei-
ther standard or optional on this vehicle.This guide may also include a description of fea-
tures and equipment that are no longer available or were not ordered on this vehicle.
Please disregard any features and equipment described in this guide that are not available
on this vehicle.Chrysler Group LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing
any obligation upon itself to install them on products previously manufactured.
This User Guide has been prepared to help you quickly become acquainted with the im-
portant features of your vehicle.It contains most things you will need to operate and
maintain the vehicle, including emergency information.
The DVD includes a computer application containing detailed owner's information which
can be viewed on a personal computer or MAC computer.The multimedia DVD also
includes videos which can be played on any standard DVD player (including the Media
Center Touch-Screen Radios).Additional DVD operational information is located on the
back of the DVD sleeve.
For complete owner information, refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD in the
owner’s kit provided at the time of new vehicle purchase. For your convenience, the in-
formation contained on the DVD may also be printed and saved for future reference.
We are committed to protecting our environment and natural resources.By converting
from paper to electronic delivery for the majority of the user information for your ve-
hicle, together we greatly reduce the demand for tree-based products and lessen the
stress on our environment.
Vehicles Sold In Canada
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name Chrysler Group LLC shall be
deemed to be deleted and the name Chrysler Canada Inc.used in substitution therefore.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
2

WARNING!
•Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the
risk of serious personal injury.
•Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well while the ve-
hicle is moving.Objects can become trapped under the brake pedal and accelera-
tor pedal causing a loss of vehicle control.
•Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or mounting can cause interference
with the brake pedal and accelerator pedal operation causing loss of control of
the vehicle.
•Never use the ‘PARK’ position as a substitute for the parking brake.Always apply
the parking brake fully when parked to guard against vehicle movement and pos-
sible injury or damage.
•Refer to your Owner's Manual on the DVD for further details.
Use of Aftermarket Products (Electronics)
The use of aftermarket devices including cell phones, MP3 players, GPS systems, or char-
gers may affect the performance of on-board wireless features including Keyless Enter-N-
Go™ and Remote Start range.If you are experiencing difficulties with any of your wire-
less features, try disconnecting your aftermarket devices to see if the situation improves.If
your symptoms persist, please see an authorized studio.
FIAT is a registered trademark of FIAT Group Marketing & Corporate Communication
SpA, used under license by Chrysler Group LLC.
COPYRIGHT ©2012 Chrysler Group LLC
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
3

DRIVER COCKPIT
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
4

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
5

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Warning Lights
- Low Fuel Warning Light
- Charging System Light
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light
- Air Bag Warning Light
- Engine Temperature Warning Light
- Seat Belt Reminder Light
- Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
- Power Steering System Warning Light
- Generic Warning Light
BRAKE
- Brake Warning Light
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Light
- Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
- Automatic Gearbox Failure
(See page Instrument Cluster Warning Lights 0 for more information.)
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
6

Indicators
- Turn Signal Indicators
- High Beam Indicator
- Front Fog Light Indicator
- Park/Headlight ON Indicator
- Electronic Speed Control
SET Indicator
- Door Ajar Indicator
- Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) OFF Indicator
- Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) Activation/Malfunction
Indicator
CONTROLS AT A GLANCE
7

KEY FOB
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
and Liftgate
•Press the LOCK button once to lock all
the doors and the liftgate.Press the
UNLOCK button once to unlock the
driver’s door only and twice within five
seconds to unlock all the doors and lift-
gate.
•All doors can be programmed to unlock
on the first press of the UNLOCK but-
ton.Refer to Programmable Features in
this guide.
Open Power Top Remote Function
The remote keyless power top function can
only be used with the engine off.
NOTE:
The remote control can be used to open
the power top to the spoiler position.
Open Power Top Remote Function:
•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 whenever 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 “Operating Your Vehicle” in this guide for
additional information.
Key Fob
1 — Unlock Doors/Open Power Top — If
Equipped
2 — Key Release
3 — Lock Doors
4 — Liftgate
GETTING STARTED
8