TURBO BOOST GAUGE Install on a Fiat 500 Abarth - HOW TO!

This video shows you how to install a 60mm Perrin (or Defi) Boost Gauge on a Fiat 500 Abarth. This also applies to the Fiat 500T, Fiat 500L, Fiat 500X (1.4T), Fiat 124 Spider/Abarth and Dodge Dart (1.4T). This is a must have upgrade if you are running an ECU Piggyback or if your vehicle is tuned.
Tools Needed:
3/8” Socket Wrench with Extension
7mm socket
10mm socket
10mm deep socket
Safety Glasses
Utility Knife
Small Flathead screw driver
Phillips Head Screw driver
Cutting Plies
Needle Nose Pliers
Regular Pliers
Torx Bit Driver (T-10 and T-15 torx bit)
Dremel with 1 1/2” cutting wheel
(2) Add-a-Fuse Links
Electrical Tape
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[@ilyasymonenko3809]

Your videos make want to buy an Abarth... Great work.

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Ilya Symonenko thank you and you should buy one! They are a lot of fun!

[@AlvinBrinson]

Very detailed. Wire routing looks a lot easier than what you did in my car, but that was a long time and many broken parts ago. I will need to add a gauge to the 500T so this is useful. Thanks.

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Yes we figured out some easier ways to wire this up without cutting any factory wiring. Hope this helps you when you install one on your 500T.

[@PoopdeckPaul]

Very informative and detailed steps. Thanks!

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Thank you!

[@peterkettelkamp7162]

Thanks, you're making some awesome videos!

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Thank you very much!

[@azred256]

This is a quality video. Thank you Bryan!!!

[@ericzochowski3749]

A heck of a lot of work for a new boost gauge.

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Only because of what you have to do to fit it in the factory housing. If you take away those steps, it’s not so bad.

[@bb6blue1]

Wtf this is A LOT of work. I'm just gonna return my gauge screw that

[@BedazzledChanclas]

That boost gauge looks sick 😎

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

I agree

[@miguelferrandisperez5705]

I wish there was one for de 4 in 1 depo boost gauge, but this helps a lot

[@operamatthew]

dang these videos are good

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Thanks man! Appreciate the support

[@JC-pl2ls]

Hey Bryan, great video as always. I need one of these!

[@davidelliott5843]

pulling that wire through the firewall grommet is so much easier with an electricians wire threading tool aka pulling tool.

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Good tip!

[@ice44567]

Useful video. I'm doing this with a Vaitrix gauge. It's so annoying all the work that goes into cutting up the stock housing though. Turns a 30 minute job into double that.

[@alexsurh1472]

I'd easily make an 8 hour day out of this lmao

[@billynew3572]

great! I want one person to work on my car. I have some plans for it, would like to go over them with you at some point.

[@billynew3572]

Not sure how I missed these videos, but im very happy to find them! do you do the work at the shop alone? or do you have other mechanics? Thank you!

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Billy New Jennifer films but I do the work myself

[@sandro14esandro14e]

It’s because he starts his title as How to so search engine doesn’t pick it up on radar

[@ijuarez13100]

Where do I buy the adapter that goes into intake manifold????

[@aleksgs854]

I noticed the Defy gauge sticks out a bit vs Perrin looking flush with the old housing. Is this correct, and if so, is the red on Perrin gauge a different shade than the 2012-2014 model year instrument cluster? I have 2013 and my boost gauge just died (shift up light works, but the needle is dead) and I am debating if Defy extra price is worth it, especially since this piece looks so good. Thank you for all you do for Abarth community!

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Joe Adams the Defi gauge really looks factory on the 2012-2014 models. The red on the Perrin does not match the 2012-2014 but looks great on the 2015+.

[@thatdonutboy4321]

Another great video, thanks for the tip!

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Thanks Gary

[@whiller123]

Brilliant video "Thanks"

[@giovanihernandez782]

The filter goes in a position or it's the Same in any direction? I say it because of the air flow. There are filters that let air through in a single direction

[@mauserkk98]

Nice video but where did the earth (ground) wire go ?.

[@antonioamendola4474]

Great job , but it looks like is beyond the capabilities of the average DYIR , it seems like it would be a big job , what are the benefits from this type of mod? I have a 2013 with a 2017 instrument panel , my boost gauge does not work , I haven’t investigated it yet ,but a replacement sounds pretty interesting

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

A replacement would be the ideal solution. I would go with the Perrin boost gauge since you have the 2017 instrument cluster

[@felipeplatzer5582]

Hello! The original turbo boost gauge receive the signal from ECU ou CAM? I bought it and I want instal in my Bravo T-jet, but, I don't know how I can do it.

[@PlatinumShifts]

I have a 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth. How much for my guage? What other performance stuff you have for my 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth?

[@jasondriggers2759]

You referred to a good grounding spot in the video but I never saw you actually place the ground wire, I saw you said at 25:26 there was a screw but I didn't see it. Where exactly is that screw ? Saw some metal brackets under the steering wheel and under the etc panel would those work ?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Yes

[@BrodeyDoverosx]

You referred to a good grounding location, but never pointed it out in the video.

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Brodey Dover hmmm... thought I did. At 25:26, you will see a bolt at the top of the screen. That should be close to directly under the steering wheel. That’s a perfect spot for ground

[@translationmultigift2883]

Thanks for the detailed explanations, great stuff. Do you think the job is really doable without removing the steering wheel? Can you tilt the dashboard forward, as in the video if the steering wheel is in place?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Yes you can do it without removing the steering wheel

[@duckrutt]

Removing the steering wheel isn't that hard. WARNING there are wires for your steering wheel controls, wires for the airbag and the explosive for the airbag in there so if something bad happens it's not my fault. There are two holes just under the 3 and 9 o'clock spokes that give you access to the airbag clips. Buy the cheapest 4mm (it might be 3mm, I don't know where it went) hex key and file a V or U shaped grove in the long end. You should probably line it up with the angle or across the angle so you know how to orient it. Or buy the tool that the dealership uses. IIRC it's expensive and you're probably only going to need it once but it's not my money. Anyway there are bars you need to press to release the airbag from the mounts. If the whole key goes in you missed it, poke around and you'll find it. The notch will help it from sliding off the bar which is a problem if you use a small screwdriver like a crazy person. Pop off the left one, the right one and the left one again when it clips back on. I did this over two years ago so things get a little hazy. Unclip the airbag connectors and I don't remember if you need to undo the steering wheel bolt first or if you need to remove the connectors for the wheel controls but you need to do both. Done? The wheel is keyed so you can't put it on upside down which is nice. There is a part of me that wants to type all that out backwards like a jerk but I'll just say plug anything back in, screw the wheel nut back down and bang on the airbag until it clips back in place. Maybe sit in the passenger seat the first time you turn the key. And you should have unplugged the battery first.

[@giovanni1973ish]

Great video can i splice the boost line and connect the AEM methanol injection boost line? Thank you

[@albevisuals]

hey man thank you so much this is a very good video and helps me a lot, i have a question, since i changed my exhaust and i don't longer have the record Monza with the active valve via the sport button, can i use the air tube from the turbo going to the switch in order to take the pressure to the gauge's sensor?

[@pgomezra]

Thanks a lot. I'm planning to change the stock boost gauge with a Depo Racing 4in1 (Electric Boost+Volt,Oil Pressure & Oil Temp Gauge) so I found it very instructive. Do you think I can use the Sport indicator signal to feed the Depo and change the dial color (It has a dedicated cable to change to night mode)?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

pgomezra I don’t see why not

[@and_rew9768]

Very good work!

[@estevanrios7948]

Could you install this gauge with out the controller that changes the color of the gauge and run it with out for a cleaner look ?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

ScubaSteve R yes you can

[@dannyvillegas3195]

Would it be almost the same steps for a AEM digital boost gauge? Would it fix in the oem pod?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Danny Villegas if it’s a 60mm Gauge, yes the install would be similar.

[@swatsn1per]

Having an issue with my prosport. Turns on. Just flashes once car is on ignition however when car key on turn one not ignition gauge seems to run fine. Any idea ? 🙌

[@sammygarcia4924]

That's a nice turbo gauge...😎

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

I agree!

[@cbk1961]

where did u put the ground also the new replacement gauge has a reset button on the face that now interferres with the housing glass

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

There is a bolt right below the steering column (knee airbag). Great ground location. Also, you don’t have to reinstall the glass if you don’t want to

[@matteoviscardi147]

Great video, only 1 question. What did you do with the old wire that was connected to the factory boost gauge?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Just tuck it behind the cluster

[@matteoviscardi147]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance perfect, thanks!

[@MattyH1992]

If you don't want the dimmer and want the gauge full brightness all the time, can you just tape off the yellow wire and leave it unconnected?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Yes that’s correct

[@MattyH1992]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance I noticed just now that the amber gauge isn't available anymore. Have you guys found a different option that also does amber, or do the choices now seem mostly limited to multicolor?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

@@MattyH1992 the amber is no longer available - we offer the only option currently that we feel works best which is the ProSport

[@MattyH1992]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance thanks!

[@enriquegarcia6169]

Hi.. good viideo i have fiat 500 sport and i want upgrade some more extra power what you recomend??

[@ElGatoTerco]

WAIT..... Abarths came in Yellow?!?! DAMNIT. Who wants to trade for my white one?

[@monoruota85]

Does it not seem very easy how long does it really take? Thank you

[@DaveTheGolia7h]

Does anyone know if you need a throttle body spacer for this mod or will all 500 Abarth's be able to do this mod?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

No you do not need a spacer

[@DaveTheGolia7h]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance Thanks Brian! Love the videos.

[@williamwadepaulus330]

How much does it cost if I brought my car to you to have this done?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

William Paulus please email us directly so we can discuss - [e-mail]

[@williamwadepaulus330]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance ok

[@dostufph]

Do you do turbo upgrade installs?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Jesse Ford yes. We have a 500 Abarth and a 124 Spider scheduled to do How To videos for turbos before the end of the year

[@grimmjow5590]

Hello . Beautiful job . May I ask you? I got 2011 abarth . I want to change cluster ( speedometer gauge) color from amber red to something else . Is it possible ? Hard job ?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

If you are referring to swapping out for the TFT cluster that comes in the 2015+ models, yes it is possible and from what I hear is not extremely difficult (I haven’t personally done it). As for changing the colors of your existing cluster, I haven’t heard of anyone making the attempt to do it. I’m sure it’s possible but I do not know the steps to do it.

[@user-xb6im7fg7c]

Do you still stock this Perrin gauge as I can’t find it in your online store

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

The peering gauge has been discontinued. However, we do offer the ProSport which is a great alternative

[@junsasaki1729]

Is this fits for FIAT500S twinair?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

I do not know as we do not have those in the states

[@junsasaki1729]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance Okay thanks!!

[@strongcryptohodl6093]

“Hey guys you want a new boost gauge becuase it looks cool? Great! Let’s take the whole car apart “ wtf lol

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

I agree it’s a lot of steps to get more of a “factory look”. However, if you don’t care about that, simply adding a boost gauge and attaching it to the dash or a-pillar takes a lot less time.

[@CarlosPF94]

I'm thinking about buying the ProSport gauge for my 2013 500T. Would it be the same process? and is the vacuum hose adapter included as well?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Yes the process is the same but the vacuum hose adapter is not included. You can easily source that locally at an auto parts store.

[@CarlosPF94]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance I did this using the prosport gauge but it turns off when the light switch is off. How do I get it to stay on at all times?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

@@CarlosPF94 you supplied power to the wrong spot. Check where your add-a-fuse is. It is likely you have it hooked up to the power source of one of the headlights

[@youtubed.4264]

practically installing the turbo gauge is a walk...... ahahahaha

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Yep.... 5 minute install at the most

[@YoungMacy]

What did he do with the ground :(

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Bolt directly below the steering wheel (where the lower airbag is). It’s a perfect ground. Sorry we left that scene out.

[@YoungMacy]

@@NGENCustomsandPerformance hahaha Ive been rewinding this video about 989 times lol like wtf did I miss it lmao 🤣 thanks!!

[@Raad831]

How did you install the speedometer?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Raad831 that Is the factory speedometer. 2015+ models have this style of speedometer.

[@BVBAutomotiveDetailing]

how is that even possible it's the old steering wheel but it has a gps not sure how it works in the us (i am from Belgium)

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

G.IAN.T we have always had the same steering wheel in the US

[@BVBAutomotiveDetailing]

NGEN Customs and Performance so do you have the facelift or is it the same exterior?

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

G.IAN.T series 4 did not come to the US

[@BVBAutomotiveDetailing]

NGEN Customs and Performance ow thats a bummer. But nice video’s! Keep up the work!

[@voador1910]

We’re are you location??

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Conroe, tx

[@ChrisPBacon9]

Oh my fuck thats an involved install. I'm not even sure if I'd want anyone to do it for me i bet the labor would be expensive

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Keep in mind this is only if you want to swap out the factory boost gauge. If you simply want to add another boost gauge, install is much faster (and easier). We have seen many people leave the factory boost gauge alone and just add another one in a different spot.

[@vinanoir]

not worth the work :P