Abarth 595 Owner's Handbook Manual

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REFUELLING THEVEHICLEStop the engine before refuelling.IMPORTANT Never introduce leadedpetrol to the tank, even in smallamounts in an emergency, as thiswould damage the catalytic converterbeyond repair.REFUELLING CAPACITYTo ensure that you fill the tankcompletely, top up twice after the firstclick of the fuel supply gun. Furthertop-ups could cause faults in the fuelfeeding system.FUEL TANK CAPPlug 2 fig. 80 is fitted with a cable thatsecures it to flap 1 so that it cannotbe lost.Unscrew cap 2 using the ignition key.The sealing may cause a slight pressureincrease in the tank. A little breathingoff, while slackening the cap isabsolutely normal. When refuelling,fasten the plug to the device inside theflap as shown in fig. 80.116)WARNING116) Do not bring naked flames or litcigarettes near to the fuel tank opening:fire risk. Keep your face away from the fuelfiller to prevent breathing in harmfulvapours.TOWING TRAILERSIMPORTANT NOTESFor towing caravans or trailers thevehicle must be fitted with an approvedtow hook and an adequate electricalsystem. Installation should be carriedout by specialised personnel whowill issue the required papers fortravelling on roads.Install any specific and/or additionaldoor mirrors as specified by theHighway Code.Remember that, when towing a trailer,steep hills are harder to climb, brakingdistances increase and overtakingtakes longer depending on the overallweight of the trailer.Engage a low gear when drivingdownhill, rather than constantly usingthe brake.The weight the trailer exerts on thevehicle tow hook reduces the vehicle'sloading capacity by the same amount.To make sure that the maximumtowable weight is not exceeded (givenin the vehicle registration document)account should be taken of the fullyladen trailer, including accessories andluggage.Respect the speed limits specific toeach country for vehicles towingtrailers.1280 AB0A0058C88 STARTING AND DRIVING